Doomed to be an enemy

The bombing in Diagon Alley almost shocked the whole of Britain.In every ten families, two or three family members died in it.This was hardly an ordinary attack.The Ministry of Magic immediately issued an urgent notice, calling on wizards to carry wands with them and not to approach unknown wizards from other countries.Although the ins and outs have not been clearly pointed out, anyone can see the political tendencies revealed by the Ministry of Magic from these speeches and behaviors-they have detained all cross-border applications to Italy, France and Germany.

On almost the same day, all the Death Eaters and members of the Order of the Phoenix dispatched to these countries lost contact.

Harry looked at the report in his hand with dismay.At least more than 1000 members of the Order of the Phoenix were missing, including Germany, but Italy and France...all the documents on the table were swept to the ground with a bang. This sudden anger enveloped the entire study room with a terrifying pressure. !

Everyone was startled by Harry's sudden movement.

But also, not surprised at all.

"Potter, they may not necessarily die." Alastor Moody said suddenly.His scarred cheeks twitched for a moment, and his magic eyes rolled meaninglessly, "It is not a fool who planned the Diagon Alley murder and planted explosives under the eyes of the Death Eaters."

"Yes." Harry calmed down, "They can make demands, coerce us to back down, and even withdraw from this turmoil." He could almost guess the means the other party was waiting for him, and this was where he felt angry and powerless. "The Order of the Phoenix killed more than 200 wizards in the explosion, and the Death Eaters suffered similar casualties, while ordinary people killed more than 800 people. We will never quit," Harry said.

"Maybe we can send someone over to rescue them." Ron's tone was uncertain, "like before we—" Hermione grabbed him and shook her head slightly, signaling him to pay attention to Harry's ugly expression for a moment.Ron just shut his mouth.

However, the current situation is still different from the original support for France and the implementation of the Italian beheading plan. "According to Voldemort's information, the coalition forces initiated by Italian wizards—" The Dark Lord's name made the atmosphere even more silent, Harry gritted his teeth, and said in disgust, "French wizards are involved, as well as Germany. They are native wizards." , the danger of a rescue operation is too high when there is hostility to outsiders."

"I agree with Potter. We don't know how many enemies there are. If we rush over, we will die." Alastor Moody's tone was indifferent, "It cannot be ruled out that the other party will lure us over. After all, the Order of the Phoenix is ​​largely related to food The Dead Apostles have a history of cooperating."

"Harry." Hermione couldn't help lowering her voice. She watched all the key members of the meeting in the study looking at her before swallowing, "What do you think of the mysterious man's proposal?" Said it, "Regardless of the other things, I think he's right about at least one thing."

"The Order of the Phoenix and the Death Eaters must cooperate. If the two sides are provoked to fight again..." Hermione's tone was a bit reluctant, "The wizarding world will be completely chaotic. You can talk to the mysterious first—" She took a deep breath , "Voldemort, you can get engaged to him first, Harry, I mean it's just a soothing measure."

This time, no one in the seat stood up to refute.Even Remus Lupine just sighed softly with complicated looks in his eyes. "Harry, we support your decision, no one will blame you no matter what."

Harry watched as the alchemist Thea Flamel held up his hand, "Second." Then came Auror Alastor Moody and his lieutenants, the wizard Griel, the captain of the guard Noldor Prewett, Dragon Trainer Descartes Sonny... "Second." "Second."

The person in charge of the confidential location, Dedalus Diggle, smiled at Harry, "I also agree."

Kingsley Shaker, who was in charge of finance and intelligence, who was rarely present, silently raised his hand, and stared at the young leader with sharp eagle-like eyes: "There is another sentence that the mysterious man is right, this rebellion may If it lasts for a long time, I also agree."

Professor McGonagall looked a little old: "Potter, the situation is more chaotic than ever." Her eyes flashed, "I know I shouldn't say that, but—" "Please, end them .” She covered her mouth silently, and raised her hand after a while.

Hagrid saw that everyone's eyes shifted to his side. He lowered his head and stared at the palm of the palm for a while, and raised his left hand holding the unwilling right hand. "I support Harry too." He hummed, "Although I don't like Death Eaters and You-Know-Who at all," he said emphatically, "but I'll listen to you, Harry."

When it was finally Lucius Malfoy's turn, the ex-Death Eater and current diplomat-wizard pulled a pale, forced smile, "Just don't make me deal with the Dark Lord." It was almost his The bottom line.

Lucius raised his hand, and finally seconded.

Harry was stunned by the full twenty votes, and there was a complicated look in his emerald green eyes.

This incident almost caused the entire British wizarding world to boil. The next day, LeMay Manor, the headquarters of the Order of the Phoenix, was blocked by owls. Thousands of birds sent letters that could fill the room.More than half of them were application letters to join the Order of the Phoenix, the rest were blood-for-blood petitions, and finally screaming letters of scolding.After all, Diagon Alley is nominally linked to the Death Eaters, but the Order of the Phoenix participated in the cooperation.

Alastor Moody had to go to the editor-in-chief of the Daily Prophet and publish a membership guide.The Death Eaters were quite talkative this time, and they also posted a Death Eater recruitment statement on the same page.Flocks of owls fly by during the day all over London, causing the Ministry of Magic a headache.

At the same time, Harry received a letter from Voldemort's manor - he was so busy during this period that he almost subconsciously forgot about Voldemort's proposal.

MyBoy:

Engagement ceremonies are best done before the end of the month.

There are many more things waiting for us.My boy, you can choose the venue for the banquet, LeMay Manor, or Voldemort Manor.Please reply me on reply letter.

Lord Voldemort

The round letters on the letter were still elegant and beautiful, and Harry frowned slightly as he stared at the urging letter.It seemed that the situation was indeed not optimistic, and Harry didn't believe that the gang of rebels had no follow-up means waiting for the Death Eaters.Now the recruiting speed of the two camps is astonishingly fast, and the members of the Order of the Phoenix and the Death Eaters have expanded to the maximum.So far, the only good news is that the person involved has not suspected that the Death Eaters were responsible for the attack.

Harry sighed and muttered, "I haven't said yes yet."

He complained softly, then scratched his hair, having difficulty with two options.Harry was always a little uncertain and at a loss about the engagement ceremony, and finally he picked up the quill, ticked the LeMay Manor in retaliation, and wrote back:

I think it reflects your sincerity better.

Biting the barrel of the pen, before folding the letter, Harry jokingly added: If you are attacked by a spell, I don't guarantee that I will help you.

Harry thought it was just an ordinary thing, and Night Owl sent away the letter, and Moody brought the second volume of the list, as well as the intelligence received by Kingsley Shacklebolt about the rebellion in the country.Harry immediately put the matter of the letter behind him.

Until the next day, the newspapers reported overwhelmingly that the leaders of the two camps would hold a grand engagement ceremony at the LeMay Manor ten days later, opening a new chapter of cooperation between the two parties. At that time, there would be no restrictions on the news of the reporters present—this was almost all media front page.

Harry was trapped in the study by two friends. "Harry, did you agree? I mean—" Hermione grabbed the Daily Prophet, speaking incoherently, and Ron patted Harry on the shoulder, "Did the mysterious man force you?" His eyes became A little sympathy.

Harry suddenly felt baffled, and subconsciously said, "No, what's the matter?"

Ron froze, looking at Harry in disbelief.Hermione sighed, spread her hands and said, "Harry, don't you know that the engagement ceremony usually involves a banquet at the woman's home?" Her tone was a bit resentful.

"Wh-what—" Harry opened his mouth wide and stammered.

He thought that Voldemort gave two options on purpose to take care of his own mood, and there was no difference in meaning...Harry saw Ron's horrific expression and Hermione's helpless gaze, closed his mouth, and decided not to say anything Such stupidity.

However, this matter is obviously not over. In the afternoon, Barty Crouch Jr. brought more than 20 Death Eaters and sent ten boxes full of Galleons as funds for Voldemort's engagement ceremony. , The Order of the Phoenix also needs to provide the same amount of funds.

"The master requires that this ceremony must be solemn and grand, so we specially invited a wedding planner to discuss it with your person in charge." Barty Crouch Jr. said politely.As the owner of the manor, Sia Lemay received these Death Eaters. "No problem." The elderly wizard smiled decently and kindly, and agreed to the huge sum of money without blinking his eyes. "You came here in a hurry, but in fact, the Order of the Phoenix has already anticipated today and made a budget."

"Kiki--"

With a crackle, a house-elf bowed deeply to Mr. Flamel, "What do you want?"

"Take these wizards and send the funds into the treasury, and put them together with the money I asked you to place before." Sia Flamel's tone was light.The twenty Death Eaters with critical eyes all returned with strange expressions after following the house-elf for a trip.

Barty Crouch Jr., who was talking to Cia Flame, listened to the report of the Death Eaters in his ear, and Cia Flamay thoughtfully picked up the black tea and tasted it. "Mr. Flamel." Barty Crouch Jr.'s smile was a little stiff, "We will send the difference later."

"I don't think it should be necessary." Sia Lemay smiled kindly and said calmly with gray eyes, "We thought the engagement ceremony would be held in your manor, so we prepared a bit too much money , if it is on the side of the Order of the Phoenix, it will not be spent no matter what."

Anyway, after Voldemort heard the report from Barty Crouch Jr., the Dark Lord raised the corners of his lips in a good mood: "Since the Order of the Phoenix is ​​so sincere, you should go there again. I remember there is a Box of ancient alchemy codex."

Barty Crouch Jr. understood, and this time not only made up the difference, but also made an extra box to express his apology.Cia Flamel was not surprised by this, he stared at the box of letters and looked away with difficulty.

At this point, LeMay Manor began ten days of beating and renovation.Mrs. Weasley, Mrs. Lupine, Mrs. Primpney, and the married Lucius Malfoy all got temporary planning assignments.As the only wizard among a group of female "planners", Lucius' eyes darkened, but who made him the tallest among them?Even if he had to endure the kind teasing and teasing from Mrs. Prempney, he had to bite the bullet and take on the job.

It's an engagement, not a marriage.

Lucius thought feebly, at the beginning, he and Sissy just had a very private question and answer and it was over...Why do we still have to worry about the color and texture of the carpet, as well as the way of lighting during the day—listen Listen, what a mess.

The three women were arguing over the style of the fireworks, and Mrs. Weasley, without blinking an eye, took a big order for her twins.When it was the turn of the most important ceremony site, disagreements arose again. "It's fine in the garden," said Tonks.

"The host doesn't restrict the guests, so I'm afraid it won't be able to accommodate so many people." Mrs. Weber, the planner sent by the Death Eaters, said, "And it's best to have a place where everyone can see and hear."

"Could it be the tower?" muttered Mrs. Weasley.

Sia Lemay, who went to the restaurant to pick up the meal, heard them arguing about this matter again, looked at Lucius who was sitting silently on the sofa, held back a smile, took out a piece of parchment from his pocket and put it on them. In front of him, "A little gadget that I studied before should meet your ideas." The three women were stunned, but it was Mrs. Weber who reacted quickly. She picked it up and glanced at it, and her eyes lit up immediately. "This is great!"

Lucius Malfoy watched them discuss again with lingering fear, stood up quietly, and planned to have a cup of coffee first-he really didn't want to make any further thoughts and opinions on architectural styles and decorative patterns.

However, before he entered the restaurant, Alastor Moody, who brought in a large stack of invitations with his wand, caught a glimpse of Malfoy, stared at him for a while, and then suddenly said: "Malfoy, you look more I'm free, I happen to have something here and you can help me." He waved his wand, "These have to be sent to the Death Eaters." Lucius stared at a pile of invitations that were about to fall, and was about to agree I choked for a while, and my expression was wonderful.

"Sorry, I have other things to do," he said dryly.

"whats the matter?"

"About..." Lucius recalled what the three witches discussed just now with an unnatural expression, "The arrangement of the guests."

All this rush of preparations kept Harry busy, and while he was working on analyzing the intelligence with Voldemort - Harry listening most of the time - the entire Order of the Phoenix was busy.Sia LeMay was finally dragged into the planning team. He showed his incomparable talent in alchemy. Not only did he modify the defensive circle that had been transformed into an open manor, but he also used the crossroads that Harry used in Diagon Alley that day. Ancient magic, found an alchemy magic circle capable of identifying enemies, which greatly reduced Alastor Moody's workload—it is said that more than [-] members of the Order of the Phoenix and Death Eaters applied to watch the ceremony.And that's not even counting the unaffiliated.

Garen spent it like running water, and ten days passed like a blink of an eye.