Hogwarts: Who uses a crowbar in wizard duels?

"Good morning, students. I am David Greider (a fictional character). I have come to Hogwarts on the orders of the Minister of Magic to investigate the originator of the recent rumors about the return of the Mysterious Man."

On Monday morning, a school-wide assembly was held in the Great Hall of Hogwarts, with all teachers and students in attendance.

At this moment, on the stage of the auditorium, a middle-aged man with a straight posture and short gray hair was giving a speech.

He had a face like a scabbard, and his serious expression swept across the entire hall, radiating an immense sense of oppression that made the students afraid to look him in the eye.

"I'm very disappointed!"

"Everyone here today is the backbone of the future wizarding world."

"But due to the school's inaction, they went with the flow, believed the rumors, and spread misinformation."

These words immediately displeased the professors in the faculty seats; it was tantamount to openly belittling them.

However, Dumbledore seemed not to hear, and continued to play with the wine glass in his hand with an indifferent expression.

Oh, this is a real wine glass.

Fortunately!

"The minister, unwilling to see this historic magic academy continue to decline, sent me here to reorganize it."

"I hope that all students will cooperate with my work and, for the sake of a better future for Hogwarts, not oppose the Ministry of Magic."

Greed's words sparked a flurry of discussion among the students.

As the administrator of the British wizarding world for hundreds of years, the Ministry of Magic still commands respect from many.

Harry and the rest of the advanced class scoffed at Dexter's words.

These were all Fudge's ideas; the rumors of the mysterious man's return had spread far and wide at Hogwarts.

He sent Greed to deliver a passionate speech in order to create a second voice at Hogwarts and divide the students.

Let those students who still support the Ministry of Magic become the Ministry's spear to destroy the organizers of those rumors.

Then, once he finds evidence that Dumbledore is spreading rumors and intends to usurp power, he can use that as a pretext to take down Dumbledore.

In Fudge's view, the plan was absolutely perfect.

"Hmm? It's 8:30."

"It's almost time for class, fourth-year students. I hope you won't be late for my Potions class later."

Just as Greed was watching with satisfaction as the students below the stage began to diverge, Kevin, sitting in the teacher's seat, suddenly stood up and said slowly.

After saying this, he completely ignored Greed, who was still on the podium, and walked past him with a book in his hand, slowly leaving the Great Hall.

Greed's face turned very ugly as he stood on the podium, about to say something.

Hermione, Harry, and the others in the audience also stood up.

"We're going to be late for morning class, let's go."

After saying that, they left the auditorium without waiting for the school assembly to end.

With them leading the way, more and more people got up and left the hall. Without exception, they were all supporters of Dumbledore and were willing to believe the news of the mysterious man's return.

Some Slytherins also got up and left, not because they supported Dumbledore, but because they simply didn't care about the Ministry of Magic's orders.

They knew better than anyone else whether the Dark Lord had returned or not, and in their eyes, the Ministry of Magic would sooner or later become the Dark Lord's plaything.

Only a few hesitant young wizards remained in the hall, or those who hadn't finished their breakfast.

"Rebellion! Rebellion! Rebellion!"

"Dumbledore, is this the kind of student you've produced? Arrogant and lawless!"

However, when confronted with Greed's questioning, Dumbledore showed neither resentment nor guilt.

Instead, he said very calmly, "Don't get agitated, Mr. Greed. I believe that the students' first priority is to study. Perhaps you have already taken up too much of their time."

"Besides, the children are all grown up now, they will have their own judgment, and you shouldn't interfere with them too much."

Faced with the calm gaze of Dumbledore, the foremost wizard in the wizarding world, Greed swallowed hard, swallowing back the words that were about to come out.

Having said all he had to say, Dumbledore rose and slowly left the Great Hall, while the other professors went about their own business.

Only Umbridge remained, quietly sitting in her seat, sipping her morning tea.

Seeing that everyone had left, Greed looked at Umbridge and slowly walked over.

He and Umbridge were both colleagues and rivals.

Although Umbridge has now been appointed Senior Undersecretary of the Ministry of Magic, he is not intimidated at all.

Because Umbridge has been useless since joining Hogwarts, her position in the Ministry of Magic is now precarious, and I could replace her at any time.

"Umbridge, you seem to be having a good time at Hogwarts these past few days?"

"The minister is very disappointed in you."

Greed stood at Umbridge's table, looking down at him and speaking calmly.

"Greed, I feel it's necessary to remind you that I am the Senior Undersecretary of the Ministry of Magic. You need to adjust your attitude towards your superiors."

Faced with Greed's questioning, Umbridge remained calm, a professional fake smile on his face as he spoke casually.

"Do you think the problems at Hogwarts can be solved just like that?"

"Look at Dumbledore's attitude just now. He doesn't respect anyone from the Ministry of Magic at all."

Umbridge finished speaking, took a sip of his morning tea, and completely ignored Greed's expression.

"Then issue a new education decree to restrain him! To restrain those lawless brats!"

"You can try it, but you'll only get superficial compliance in the end."

"Arrest them and lock them up in Azkaban if they break the rules!"

"At that time, Dumbledore will jump out and say that everything the students have done is in line with the educational philosophy of Hogwarts, and we have no right to arrest them."

Upon hearing Umbridge's words, Greed laughed in anger and said coldly.

"No power? Ridiculous!"

"Umbridge, have you been brainwashed?"

"The orders of the Ministry of Magic are absolute! Even Dumbledore cannot disobey them!"

"If he dares to defy the Ministry of Magic, he can be charged with treason and imprisoned in Azkaban!"

Greed roared, his emotions spiraling out of control.

Having just been ignored by the entire school's teachers and students, he felt deeply humiliated. Now, facing the old woman's mockery, he was starting to lose his temper.

"Wow~ Then why don't you bet one for me to see?"

Upon hearing Greed's outrageous words, Umbridge feigned astonishment.

You escorted Dumbledore to Azkaban, why don't you go and fight Voldemort one-on-one?

After saying that, Umbridge chuckled twice and then turned and left the Great Hall, leaving Greed alone, gritting his teeth.

He never expected to encounter so many difficulties on his first day at Hogwarts.

But if you really asked him to challenge Dumbledore, he wouldn't dare.