allendalepharm Chapter 239 Your talent is so special
Chapter 239 Your talent is so special
Chapter 239 Your talent is so special
Grindelwald always gives off a strong impression.
At least that's how Fudge saw it. He naturally gave orders, telling him to do this and that, taking advantage of the fact that Fudge didn't dare to disobey.
In contrast, Lockhart was much more polite when he asked him to help him find some Madagascar cats.
Ok.
They were all instructing him to do things.
But at least Lockhart was polite. He said things like, "We're all involved in this great historical change," and "Only you have the ability to mobilize such a large amount of information for me. I don't know who else to ask but you." Fudge was filled with pride and excitement.
"Don't worry! Leave this to me, I'll handle it perfectly!"
Fudge happily skipped away, carrying two unrewarded tasks.
Two invitations were left behind.
One was an invitation from Wizengamot, in which the British Ministry of Magic recommended him to be the Wizengamot Youth Representative.
One was an invitation from the Order of Merlin, in which the British Ministry of Magic recommended him to be the young representative of the Order of Merlin.
Fudge said it was a choice between two options.
"Interesting~" Grindelwald glanced at the two invitations and chuckled. "It seems that his visit to Hogwarts to find you wasn't just to curry favor, but to figure out your route."
This touched on Lockhart's blind spot; he knew about both organizations, but only to a limited extent.
Fortunately, I have such a senior expert by my side who can help guide me.
"The Wizengamot line is the path Albus once walked. During his student days, he became the youth representative of Wizengamot, serving as a channel for various national ministries of magic to recommend talent to the Wizengamot International Wizarding Federation."
"Once you get this, you'll participate in the International Wizengamot meetings. Back when Albus graduated, he stayed home to take care of his sister, so he often had to handle the documents for these international meetings. Once he reached a certain level of seniority, he could either be selected for the judicial department of the International Wizarding Federation or become a full member of the Wizengamot of the British Ministry of Magic."
The judiciary is always the most powerful department in wizarding society, overseeing the Inquisition and the Auror organization. When it is powerful, even the Chief Wizard of the Wizengamor Inquisition can bypass the Minister of Magic.
I've said a lot of things, but the most important thing can be summed up in just one sentence.
Old G's eyes narrowed, a cold smile spreading across his face. "Wiseengamo is the most crucial part of the Secrecy Act, even a vital component. You know, the Secrecy Act is ultimately interpreted by the Wissengamo."
Lockhart raised an eyebrow, finally having a clear understanding of the organization.
"The Order of Merlin is the opposite path, because it requires a title from a Muggle king."
"A Muggle King?" Lockhart was stunned. It was 1993, and he was still talking about a Muggle King? Were you kidding me?
Grindelwald, however, said this was the key point: "Actually, the choice was made by the Sir Merlin Order, and the so-called Muggle King was just there to stamp the decision. But it was precisely this extra step that made it so significant."
"It means that although the national ministries of magic all obey the orders of the International Confederation of Wizards, in practice, in order to better maintain the Statute of Secrecy, they have to have more contact with the Muggle upper echelons, to the point that they have become somewhat independent of the International Confederation of Wizards and have their own independence."
This is a very complicated argument, going around in circles, but ultimately seeking the relative independence of local authority.
"Entering the Order of Merlin, you will find yourself truly entering the real world of the place you live in. The Ministry of Magic, the Wizarding Council, pure-blood families, Gringotts, Muggle kings and nobles, Muggle armies, Muggle capital—"
understood.
One of them went international, touching on the very foundation of the wizarding world's operation: the secrecy law.
One is to go to the local level, which touches on the real operation of the entire wizarding society and the vortex of countless interests.
"You can only choose one." Grindelwald gestured to the invitation in Lockhart's hand. "There have been wizards in the past who tried to do both, but they were often unwelcome on both sides and isolated from the core."
Lockhart understood.
He looked at them, somewhat uncertain. "Which one do you think I should choose?"
"Without a doubt." Grindelwald reached out and tapped one of the invitations. "An invitation from the Order of Merlin."
He patiently guided Lockhart.
From a practical standpoint, the advantage of choosing the Merlin Order is that Lockhart's current "Hakimi development" program can proceed smoothly, and the later promotion will receive more assistance, making things easier.
From the perspective of building influence, the Order of Merlin is more down-to-earth than the International Wizarding Federation. It is more like a window that brings together various organizations in the wizarding society, and some capable wizards can easily build a huge network of connections through this organization.
"The most crucial thing is—"
Grindelwald's lips curled into a mocking smile. "The International Wizarding Federation is Albus's territory. He only needs one voice. I don't think you'd be happy to join this organization and completely follow others' orders, or to be seen as an obstacle by Albus because of your strong opinions."
Old Deng may seem gentle and tolerant, but he is actually a very assertive person.
Matters of principle are often beyond debate and questioning.
Lockhart really wanted to join the International Confederation of Wizards, but for a long time to come, he would either become Dumbledore's henchman or a thorn in Dumbledore's side, and he would get nowhere either way.
Of course, if Lockhart is willing to become Dumbledore's henchman and be groomed to succeed him, it might not be a bad path. The key question is, is Lockhart willing?
At least Grindelwald could see clearly that the young man in front of him was not happy at all.
Lockhart did not make a decision immediately.
Firstly, he knew that Grindelwald obviously had his own perspective in giving such advice, and secondly, did Lockhart really have to join a certain faction?
Even the two most fundamental lines of operation in this wizarding world.
He doesn't think so.
This world is not just about calculating interests, but also about life and death.
Voldemort's appearance involved life and death. When Voldemort and Dumbledore, when Muggles and wizards, when the International Confederation of Wizards and the Ministries of Magic of various countries were all swept up in the torrent of the times, he, a powerful wizard who could protect life, was destined to be the one who was needed.
All of this was predicated on his unwavering commitment to magic.
Go deeper, become stronger!
Powerful enough to influence everything!
That's it.
"What do you choose?" Grindelwald was equally curious about Lockhart's choice, his heterochromatic eyes reflecting the sunlight as if a world was operating within them.
Lockhart simply smiled and put the two invitations away. "It's still early, no rush."
What is this answer?
Grindelwald frowned as he watched Lockhart turn and leave, feeling that the future was becoming increasingly unpredictable.
"I need someone to help me complete this 'Hakimi breeding' project."
Lockhart preferred spending time with the students to Grindelwald. "Percy will be putting more effort into the Quidditch duels, so I want to find someone from among you to specifically handle that."
Suddenly, many students excitedly raised their hands.
Crabbe was one of the two most loyal apprentices of his teacher. Seeing that Percy had started his own business, he naturally wanted to do something to help so that he could feel needed.
This was something his mother had told him before, complaining that old Crabbe and old Goyle were of little value to Malfoy and would eventually be abandoned at some important moment.
He didn't understand, but he remembered.
He remembered his mother's teaching: to have value, to be needed.
Luna was one of them; she genuinely loved these little animals. Right now, she was holding Hakimi, stroking its soft, warm furry chin, and listening to Hakimi's unique gurgling and vibrating belly sounds. She couldn't be happier.
Draco and Hermione also raised their hands, more concerned with the implications of the matter and hoping it would strengthen their relationship with Professor Lockhart. They envisioned becoming apprentices like Percy and Crabbe, rather than just members of the "Duel Club."
Ron was one of them; his idea was simple: he just wanted to help.
Then there are George and Fred, the twins, who really experienced the joy of raising animals during the time that Professor Lockhart invited Hagrid to give lectures.
Lockhart thought for a moment, then looked at Crabbe, "It's time for you to start learning new magic, and this isn't the right thing for you."
Crabbe seemed very excited. The two spells the professor had taught him, "Soul Campfire" and "Warm Healing," were different from all the spells he had learned before. He could feel the joy of casting spells, and he liked this kind of joy, a simple joy.
So happy that she forgot what her mother had said about having value and being needed.
"Luna won't do either. You're only a second-year student; you need to focus more on your academic foundation." After getting to know her better, Lockhart was surprised to find that Luna's academic performance was somewhat mediocre. But upon closer reflection, it was normal. Most nature school teachers were like that; someone like Newt would find it difficult to excel in certain subjects.
Lockhart didn't mind leading Luna down the magical path of a forest witch, but he couldn't let the little witch fail her exams; that would be unacceptable. Sometimes, in life, one has to abide by the rules of this world.
He pondered for a moment, noticing everyone watching him nervously, especially the Weasley twins who looked quite excited. He shook his head. "George, Fred, I'm thinking of providing some funding to sponsor your continued inventions, but this isn't suitable for you."
"Really?" George was so excited he almost jumped up.
"Professor, you also support us in inventing prank toys?" Fred was stunned.
Lohat nodded. "I will guide your research direction and ensure that the Ministry of Magic will be happy to invite you to become advisors to the Ministry. Perhaps you will even gain your family's approval as a result."
"Oh~~" George clutched his chest, looking extremely excited.
Fred couldn't understand how making prank toys could be approved by the Ministry of Magic. He murmured wistfully, "You can do that?"
Their mother has always been against them playing with prank toys, believing it to be a waste of time.
So what is the right career path? Of course, it's getting good grades, then entering the Ministry of Magic, and then, if it suits you, you can go to higher levels with the support of your family; if it doesn't suit you, you can go to magic school.
But this isn't the approach George and Fred prefer.
In fact, their two older brothers, Bill and Charlie, who were both so outstanding, did not follow the path their mother had hoped for.
Bill became the unraveler at Gringotts Bank, and Charlie became the dragon trainer at the dragon farm.
Actually, the Weasley children are all quite rebellious.
But George and Fred do care about their mother, and it would be great if making prank toys could even get them some opportunities from the Ministry of Magic.
But, is that even possible?
They don't understand.
Lockhart would never forget Fudge's lingering fear when he mentioned how Muggles almost destroyed a Muggle hotel with a prank toy. Magical artifacts have always been a field with great potential, and one in which the wizarding and Muggle societies will eventually become more closely integrated.
The arrival of this transmigrator has brought about some impacts, causing some problems in the world to be exposed and accelerated, and the importance of magical items will undoubtedly be further enhanced.
George and Fred's future is destined to be bright.
If they can achieve something in this field, they may even be recorded in the most important annals of Muggle and wizard history, becoming an indispensable part of it.
So——.——·
Lockhart finally turned his gaze to Ron, "Everyone has their own talent—"
Ron's eyes dimmed. He knew he had always been stupid. The only two times he had been praised in his life were once when he played the giant wizard chess game during his first-year adventure, and the other time when Professor Lockhart praised him as a warrior.
But playing chess is ultimately just for entertainment.
As for Yutu himself, he knew that he wasn't actually that great, at least not as good as Harry, Hermione, and Draco.
"Your talent is so unique, Ron." Lockhart stepped forward, smiling as he looked at Ron's expression. "Can I believe you can research a complete Hakimi language?"
Ron was stunned. "Hakimi language?"
Lohat nodded. "Just like before when you and Harry helped your classmates decipher Parseltongue, this time Harry isn't there; it's just you. You'll need to communicate with Hakimi more and spend more time with him. You..."
His gaze was intense and full of expectation. "Do you think you can do it?"
Ron immediately became excited. "I'm not sure, I mean, I'll definitely find a way to do it!"
Lockhart chuckled and patted him on the shoulder. "Language, not the language of words, but the language of speech, is forever full of magic. It's an extremely ancient discipline. It's just that its limitations are too great, and it's rarely discussed separately in modern magic systems."
"But what's interesting is that you'll always feel its magic in various subjects, especially in the spells class, where every syllable of a spell has its own power and effect."
"Ron, perhaps you could try to pursue magical research in this direction."
"You know you have a talent for this!"
Ron tried his best to tilt his head back as if he was listening, but his eyes were already blurred with tears, and he couldn't see anything.
He never imagined that, in Professor Lockhart's eyes, he was also a child with unique talents.
He wanted to say that he vowed to do his best, to do everything he could, and to strive to meet Professor Lockhart's expectations.
But he couldn't speak.
He felt a tightness in his throat, "Professor—"
Lockhart smiled as he took the fluffy Hakimi from Luna's hands and gently placed him in Ron's arms. "You can try to get help from everyone, like Percy did, to build a breeding team and a team to research magical creatures."
The reason for choosing Ron was partly due to his unique talent in languages, which enabled him to quickly find the language that allowed humans to communicate with Hakimi, but it also served as a way to compensate Ron.
He had concealed Peter Pettigrew's existence in order to outmaneuver Voldemort, but he never expected that it would cause Ron some irreversible damage.
He could sense the child's sudden loss of power in the Patronus Charm, as well as the mental distortion caused by the influence of dark magic to some extent. In the words of some members of the Duel Club, he was a ruthless person who dared to use the Unforgivable Curse.
This is not a good thing.
Black magic is black magic. No matter how skilled a wizard is at controlling this type of magic, they cannot deny its influence on their own mind.
Lockhart hopes that Hakimi can heal the emotional wounds that Scabbers have inflicted on Ron.
After all, Hakimi's core values are companionship and protection, qualities so similar to Ron's.
The interactions between individuals influence each other, and that's what makes the wizarding life so interesting.