The Hogwarts Emerald

Chapter 309 You are teaching me how to do things
What would be the crime of attacking a Ministry of Magic official, who was also a senior deputy minister? Ada had not studied the laws of the wizarding world, but she was sure to be sent to Azkaban.

But Ada didn't care, because she knew Dumbledore wouldn't let her do it, nor would he let her suffer. Besides, the person you want to capture is Esmeralda Drizzt, what does that have to do with me, Esmeralda Rosier?
Ada's words against Umbridge were not out of emotion, nor were they because of Umbridge's appearance, but because Umbridge was not worthy of confronting Dumbledore. Kings confront kings. You are the Minister of Magic, and the Deputy Minister at that. Are you worthy of making indirect accusations against Dumbledore?
This is the reason why Ada jumped out to make trouble. Dumbledore is the leader of Hogwarts, and the only one who can confront him is Cornelius Fudge. The rest of them should just stay where they are and not embarrass themselves.

But there are people who think they are good and act like clowns, and say such ugly things, thinking that the attack of Dementors today was a frame-up of the Ministry of Magic. Good fellow, Ida has never seen such a shameless person, it's a pity that he doesn't become a lawyer with such ability to confuse right and wrong.

As the only person who came with Dumbledore, Ada naturally had to fend off these clowns for the headmaster. This was the essence of flattery. How could the headmaster personally deal with such minions? So Ada became the vanguard, and this was the treatment that Dumbledore deserved.

Umbridge was so annoying in both her appearance and her words, so Ada naturally wouldn't speak softly or politely to her. Ada also didn't want to waste time talking to her, because looking at her face for too long would give her nightmares.

Ada showed restraint by not directly greeting Umbridge's relatives or taking immediate action, but asking Dumbledore for instructions.

Umbridge was even more angry. In front of so many people, Ada's insult made her feel very embarrassed. She looked at Fudge aggrievedly, with tears in her eyes, as if to say: I was insulted like this, but I didn't curse the other person impulsively. Do you think I behaved well?
Umbridge hoped to gain more favor and support from the minister, and also hoped that the minister could make the decision for her and teach Dumbledore and the little girl a lesson.

Unfortunately, Umbridge was destined to be disappointed, because she didn't know who Ada was, but Fudge did! She couldn't tell the difference between the big and small queens, but Fudge could now tell the difference!
Without mentioning the girl herself, would she dare to speak to the officials of the Ministry of Magic like this without Dumbledore's protection? Moreover, this girl has the support of Rosier from France behind her.

Although the Rosier family was very reluctant to support this, anyone who wanted to touch her would be slapping the Rosier family in the face. If Ada was touched today, the French Ministry of Magic would send a diplomatic letter tomorrow, asking for an explanation.

It was unwise to offend Dumbledore and the Rosier family of France all at once for Umbridge. Fudge would not do such a stupid thing. To put it bluntly, Umbridge was not worth the price Fudge paid for her.

Cornelius Fudge didn't say anything. He thought he could control Umbridge, and Dumbledore could control the girl. There would be no conflict, and no one would get hurt. It was just some quarrels, nothing serious.

However, Fudge still felt a little uncomfortable, and he became more and more dissatisfied with Dumbledore.

Because of the Dementors, he was called to Hogsmeade with just one sentence. Who is the Minister of Magic? Dumbledore's students dared to openly mock the officials of the Ministry of Magic. Does Dumbledore still take me, the Minister, seriously?

After arguing with the person, Ada, who felt refreshed, did not expect that Fudge had so many inner thoughts. She also did not expect that she had inadvertently promoted Fudge's "overthrow Deng" plan.

Fudge could remain silent, but Dumbledore had to speak, after all, Ada had just asked him for instructions.

"Your temper is getting worse and worse. It's time to ask Minerva to take good care of you." Dumbledore said with a smile. His tone did not sound like he was lecturing a student, but rather like he was doting on a naughty youngster at home.

Dumbledore had just brushed aside the matter between Ada and Umbridge. If the Ministry of Magic was going to dwell on Ada's rude remarks to Ministry officials, he would have to take Umbridge's audacity into account.

"I think you have heard Mr. Walker's answer, Cornelius," said Dumbledore. "I have reminded you before. Dark creatures like Dementors are greedy and cannot be controlled. They are only temporarily obeying the Ministry of Magic."

Fudge couldn't escape it anyway. Dumbledore came here just for this matter. He suppressed his anger temporarily just to give the minister some face.

"I've made it very clear, Albus," Cornelius Fudge responded, "The Dementors have always been under the command of the Ministry of Magic. They are here only to capture Black! I can't let my Aurors deal with this lunatic!"

Kingsley Shacklebolt frowned. He actually disagreed with the minister's statement. He did not become an Auror to hide behind the Dementors. Catching dark wizards and evildoers was the duty of the Aurors.

Sacrifice is inevitable and painful, but we can't do nothing and hide away like a turtle just because we are afraid of sacrifice, right? Moreover, is it really because Fudge is worried about the safety of the Aurors that he doesn't mobilize them?

"Cornelly, we have discussed this more than once." Dumbledore said in a deep voice, "Sirius Black escaped right under the nose of the Dementors, why are you still so paranoid!" The incident happened in the morning, and Fudge heard it with his own ears, but he was still so stubborn and refused to replace the Dementors. Dumbledore's suppressed anger rose again.

"All of you get out!" Cornelius Fudge shouted, his voice trembling with anger. Umbridge was the first to respond to the Minister's order and walked out of the room first, followed by other Ministry officials.

Dumbledore nodded to Ada, and Ada left the house and returned to the embrace of the heavy rain. Before Ada left, the last words she heard were from Fudge's roar: "I don't need you to teach me how to be a minister!"

The heavy rain still did not stop. The officials of the Ministry of Magic were either standing under the eaves to avoid the rain or holding umbrellas, but these people were vaguely divided into three groups.

Pink toad Umbridge and the short-haired wizard stood under the eaves. Amelia Bones and Walker stood in the rain with umbrellas, whispering something. Kingsley Shacklebolt stood between the two groups in a raincoat, not moving towards either side.

Kingsley came from the pure-blooded Shacklebolt family, so he didn't need to seek personal gain or form cliques. And his own outstanding abilities also made it unnecessary for him to do so.

"Hello again, little girl." Seeing Ada coming out, Kingsley Shacklebolt greeted her. His voice was deep and slow, which made people feel so comfortable.

Ada raised her wand and opened the magic umbrella. She smiled and said, "Hello, Mr. Shacklebolt, it seems that every time we meet, the timing is not very good."

"Yes, the first time we met was at St. Mungo's, and you were a little hostile to me at that time." Kingsley said, revealing his white teeth when he smiled, giving people a very sincere feeling.

Kingsley and Ada were reminiscing about the past, but Umbridge couldn't sit still. She had learned some information about Ada from the short-haired proud Rodex, but she couldn't wait to hear from him.

"You are not yet an adult. Underage wizards are strictly prohibited from casting spells outside of school!" Umbridge's unpleasant, sharp voice sounded again, "Dawlish, catch her!"

Dawlish was somewhat helpless. "Just listen to me before you decide whether to offend them or not!" You decide whether I should go or not. I can't afford to offend Dumbledore and Rosier.

It seems that the adjective "pink toad" broke Umbridge's defense and made her lose her basic judgment. If she had listened to Dawlish's introduction, she would not have jumped out to be a clown again. Didn't you see that neither Kingsley nor Bones had any reaction to Ada's spell?

Umbridge's order did not cause any disturbance. Bones and the Aurors beside her did not move, not wanting to pay any attention to her. Even Dawlish did not move. Kingsley did move, but he just turned sideways and blocked Ada behind him. I don't know if Kingsley wanted to protect Ada or was afraid that Ada would hurt Umbridge.

"Dolores, even if Miss Drizzt broke the rules, this is her first time doing so, and usually we only give her a warning," Amelia Bones said. "Also, please note that I am the head of the Law Enforcement Department. Or are you teaching me how to do things?"

Amelia Bones is a strong woman. She looks down on people like Umbridge who only know how to curry favor with others but can't do anything practical. They are a bunch of good-for-nothings.

Amelia turned to Ada and said, "Miss Drizzt, you heard me, I am now warning you on behalf of the Law Enforcement Department. But due to the bad weather today, you can continue without receiving another warning."

"Thank you very much for your kindness, Ms. Bones," said Ada. "If the Ministry of Magic had more wise officials like you, I think the world would be a better place."

After she finished speaking, Ada glanced at Umbridge, her slightly raised lips full of sarcasm.

Come and catch me if you have the guts. What’s the use of glaring at me? I just like the way you can’t stand me but can’t get rid of me!

(End of this chapter)