The mastermind behind Hogwarts

Chapter 498 The Legal Queen

However, to Fudge's surprise.

Lilith glanced at them briefly before leading the lawyers down to the next floor.

Only Percy Weasley broke away from the group of lawyers and walked towards Fudge with serious expressions.

"What is she trying to do!" Fudge felt slighted and challenged.

"Did they urgently call us here just to watch her lead a bunch of wizards who just graduated from school in a fashion show?!"

Fudge, panting heavily, leaned on his cane and pounded the floor with his fists.

Percy walked over and said loudly, "The trial location has changed. It's downstairs in the old Tenth Trial Chamber."

"Nonsense!"

Fudge yelled, "That place hasn't been used in ages! What is she trying to do?!"

Several directors and the Auror chief also looked at Percy, their eyes filled with confusion.

Because Lilith and Justice Law used to have a gentle and humble demeanor, and were good helpers to the Ministry of Magic.

Today, Lilith and her group acted rather arrogantly.

Percy didn't argue, but gave a slight bow.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we are very sorry to change the trial location at the last minute, but based on what is about to happen, we all believe that this location will be the final resting place for that scandal."

These words left Fudge and the others completely baffled.

That scandal?

What is that?!

Fudge looked at the others, hoping they could give him an explanation.

However, no one knew, and everyone looked completely bewildered.

Percy added, "Judge Wisengamo is already inside waiting."

Fudge's expression immediately became quite interesting.

Wisengam has the power of trial.

This power was not granted by the British Ministry of Magic.

Every Minister of Magic keeps one fact in mind.

The first Minister of Magic, Euric Gump, was once a judge in Wizengamor.

In other words, Wizengamor's history is much longer than that of the British Ministry of Magic.

It could be said that Wizengamor came first, and then the Ministry of Magic.

Fudge himself was a member of Wizengamo, but he wasn't the chief.

The chief judge of Wizengamo was none other than Dumbledore, who stood next to Fudge.

"Albus..." Fudge immediately turned to Dumbledore, hoping for an explanation.

However, to Fudge's surprise once again, Dumbledore spread his hands and shook his head.

"Wessengamo did not contact me beforehand."

Fudge's face darkened instantly.

Old Pilivik served as head of the Legal Enforcement Division for thirty years, witnessing the growth of a generation.

Many of the current judges on the Wisengamo jury are associated with the Pilivik family.

It's not surprising that they would give Lilith face.

That's why Fudge's mood became even heavier.

He was well aware that the ruling families and pure-blood families in the magical world had become deeply intertwined over the years, forming a vast network that covered the magical world.

Therefore, Fudge also tries his best to take care of the descendants of these families.

Without Lockhart, his position would have gone to Leon from the Mintham family.

There was also Kingsley Shaker, who came with Rufus Scrimgeour.

Besides Scrimgeour and Lockhart, he was the most famous and highest-ranking person in the Auror's office.

And Percy, standing in front of him, Fudge also thought highly of him.

Therefore, when Lilith initially came to him with the promise of justice and the law, Fudge immediately decided to hand over the criminals of Azkaban to Lilith.

But now, she doesn't even respect me anymore!

Fudge grew angrier the more he thought about it, his face turning bright red.

At this point, Dumbledore offered a word of advice: "Since we're already here, and Wizengamot has even sent people, wouldn't it be a laughing stock if they didn't go?"

Fudge had no choice but to lead a large group of people back to the tenth courtroom.

The corridor was lined with rough stone walls, and torches were stuck in brackets.

The doors they passed through here were all heavy wooden doors with iron bolts and keyholes.

As they drew closer, most of those present remembered.

Eleven years ago, they were here, in the tenth courtroom.

Bellatrix Lestrange was put on trial.

Igor Karkarov was put on trial.

Barty Crouch Jr. was put on trial.

They all turned their attention to Batty Crouch.

These people were all judged by this very person.

At the time, Barty Crouch, backed by the Pilivik family, was the head of the Department of Law Enforcement, a powerful and influential position, and was once considered a potential successor to the minister.

It was precisely because of Batistuta Jr. that Batistuta Sr. declined.

At this moment, it was as if the past was being replayed before Old Batistuta's eyes.

Fudge and the others also learned the general idea—Lilith was going to try the Death Eaters, otherwise she wouldn't have changed it to the Tenth Trial Chamber.

This has ulterior motives!

"Crunch."

Lockhart pushed open the door to the courtroom.

"Minister, please come in."

"OK, OK." Fudge nodded repeatedly. Although Lockhart showed great respect for Fudge, Fudge was still wary.

"Principal, please come in."

"Director, please come in."

"Director, please come in."

Lockhart greeted everyone and led them into the courtroom.

But when it was Dolores Umbridge's turn, she thought she would also enjoy being treated with respect.

"The famous novelist and great hero Lockhart personally greeted me! Hehehe."

Umbridge, clinging to her illusions, saw Lockhart turn and walk into the courtroom without looking back.

Umbridge was so angry her nose was crooked. Leon, who was walking behind her, saw that she looked like a pink toad, puffing out with each breath.

Leon was struggling to hold back his laughter; his shoulders were shaking.

Finally, everyone went inside.

The walls on all sides were made of dark stones, and the torchlight was dim and eerie.

The highest position in the middle is the judge's bench, which is usually reserved for the Director of the Legal Enforcement Division, but ministers can also sit there during special periods.

On either side of the judge's bench were rows of empty benches that gradually rose in height.

On the highest benches, many figures were clearly visible.

They were all over fifty years old, wearing crimson robes with an exquisite silver "w" embroidered on their left breast.

Judge Wisengamo!

Many of them waved and greeted Dumbledore happily when they saw him.

Dumbledore naturally walked over to them and sat down with them.

In the center of the room was a chair.

The chair's armrests were covered with iron chains, one on the left and one on the right.

Everything was the same as it had been 11 years ago, except that a row of chairs had been placed to the left of the main chair, which served as the plaintiff's seat.

Led by Gemma Farley, a row of lawyers were already seated, dressed in white robes over sharp suits.

"Where is Miss Pilivik?"

Fudge questioned Gemma, "We're all here, what's she doing?!"

"Please don't shout, Minister."

Lilith's voice came from behind the courtroom.

"I hope you will save your energy for the trial that is about to take place."

"Otherwise, you'll be surprised to find that your heart isn't as strong as it used to be."

Lilith said, walking over from behind.

Her voice was firm and powerful.

The sound of footsteps, accompanied by a strong sense of oppression, rushed towards everyone.

Many people's expressions changed slightly. Today, Lilith was not like a student. They could see justice, judgment, and even a touch of holiness in her.

That's the courageous spirit that comes from the weight and fairness of the law.

She's practically a seasoned legal queen.

Amelia Borns stared wide-eyed at Lilith's outfit.

Lilith wore a deep black wizard's robe that reached her feet, and she wore high heels that were at least 10 centimeters high, making her appear tall despite being a small girl.

Moreover, Lilith was wearing a black top hat.

This is a very obvious Supreme Court Justice look!

If Lilith were dressed like that, and then stood on the already high and mighty judge's bench...

When criminals are tried from above, their psychological defenses are quickly broken down.

Amelia Borns clicked her tongue in amazement: Lilith was striking the pose of a Supreme Court Justice in front of the Minister, the Chief Justice of Wisengamo, and two former Chief Justices of the Legal Enforcement Division!

This goes beyond mere audacity.

This is going to the heavens!

The others also noticed Lilith's appearance, and Fudge, suppressing his anger, said, "So, who exactly are you going to judge? Bellatrix Lestrange? Or Peter Pettigrew?"

"Even if they're all caught, it's not worth us all coming together!"

"Be patient, Minister," Lilith said, her tone still firm. "I'll show you."

"Under the current circumstances, all unrelated persons should leave."

Lilith scanned the wizards present, her gaze settling on Umbridge and one of the henchmen Old Barty had brought.

The subordinate knew about his boss's relationship with the Pilivik family, and left without hesitation.

When she arrived in Umbridge, she quit.

"Why? I'm a senior advisor in the minister's office; I'm not an irrelevant person."

Umbridge said sweetly as she walked over to Fudge.

But Lilith didn't give her another chance to speak.

"go out."

Lilith only glanced at Umbridge, her gaze filled with threat and contempt.

Umbridge was indignant but dared not say anything, and could only place her hopes on Fudge.

However, how could Fudge dare to reveal his relationship with Umbridge at this time?

Fudge promoted Umbridge to deputy minister in 1995, four years later.

With Fudge's signal, Umbridge slunk away.

The moment the courtroom door closed, Umbridge harbored a deep hatred for Lilith.

"Now!" Fudge asked, holding his breath, "Can you tell us now?"

Lilith first gave them a hard time, and then she took the initiative in the trial room.

With Wizengamo remaining silent, this place practically became Lilith's home turf.

Lilith turned her gaze back to the Auror leader.

"Director Rufus Scrimgeour, please sit in the back with the rest of the Aurors and be ready to act at any time. You will soon find out why."

Rufus Scrimgeour frowned, but followed Lockhart and Kingsley's advice and acted, with Leon following behind them.

Then, Lilith looked at Gemma.

"brush."

Gemma stood up and read aloud a passage.

"The trial on June 27th."

"The trial of Barty Crouch, Director of International Magical Cooperation at the Ministry of Magic, for violating the Ministry of Magic Officials Violation Regulations and the Reasonable Restraint Act."

"Interrogators: Lilith Pilivik, Member of the Law of Justice; Cornelius Oswald Fudge, Minister for Magic; and Amelia Susan Bornes, Head of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement."

"Trial recorder: Percy Ignatius Weasley."

"The Jury: Chief Justice Albus Percival Dumbledore of Wissengarmo, and all of Wissengarmo."

"Witnesses: Rufus Scrimgeour, Chief of Staff of the Auror Office; Gilderoy Lockhart, Captain of the Anti-Black Task Force; and two Aurors."

"Defendant: Batty Crouch!"

"The defendant's crime: helping his son, Barty Crouch Jr., a Death Eater, escape punishment from Azkaban."

(End of this chapter)