The mastermind behind Hogwarts

Are you planning to use technology to interpret magic?

Surely no Muggle actually believes that technology can decipher magic and then use technology to defeat magic?

Lockhart almost burst out laughing just thinking about it.

But then I thought, it seems that magic can't defeat technology either!

Take that nuclear bomb, for example. If Moriarty and Ishcher hadn't joined forces to withstand it, London would have been razed to the ground, and those wizards would have perished in the explosion.

The members of the Immortal Organization can be resurrected, but they leave this world forever!

Thinking about all this gave Lockhart a headache.

How to allocate scientists became a problem.

Moreover, this is not the end, but rather the beginning!

From now on, Muggles and wizards will have more and more contact. That's why Lockhart came to Hogwarts for help.

As Leon recounted these events, Moriarty and the professors gradually came to understand them.

"Professor, the minister hopes that the magic school will send someone to make contact with the scientists."

Leon looked at Professor McGonagall, who had taken on the responsibilities of headmaster of Hogwarts since Dumbledore and Grindelwald were both injured and hospitalized. Then Leon spoke to Moriarty.

"Furthermore, the minister would like to hear your advice, sir."

Leon stared longingly at Moriarty, determined to pursue a political career and follow Moriarty closely. Now that the Gamp faction had fallen, a promotion seemed within reach, but one problem after another arose.

The threat of the Immortal Organization has not yet been eliminated, and the wizarding world is now facing a test from Muggles. Whether they are friend or foe depends on a single thought.

Leon was counting on Moriarty for ideas!

"I know you're in a hurry, but don't rush."

Moriarty patted Leon on the shoulder, reassuring him.

In fact, Moriarty was also in a hurry. He was eager to open the Hufflepuff Tower and the Gryffindor Tower, eager to unlock the secret of light traveling through time, and eager to find Ishcher.

However, Moriarty also realized that the visit of the Muggle regime was an opportunity for the wizarding world.

It's not just an opportunity, it's also a threat. Once the Immortal Organization establishes ties with Muggles, things will get complicated.

While Gump might not necessarily look down on Muggles, it's hard to say without evidence.

In other words, whether for one's own sake or for the sake of the wizard, contact with Muggles is only allowed to succeed, and failure is not permitted.

"Leon," Moriarty suddenly said, "I want to see Lockhart's memories of the talks."

Leon took out a small crystal bottle containing a fragment of Lockhart's memory.

"The minister has already prepared it." Leon smiled and handed the bottle to Moriarty. Lockhart was a master of memory and had a habit of preserving memories of important events.

"Okay, I'll be right back," Moriarty said, getting up to leave. "Professor McGonagall, I need to borrow the Pensieve in the Headmaster's office for a moment."

Moriarty also took Zhang Qiu with him.

In the principal's office, the Pensieve sits quietly on the bookshelf in the corner, with the Sorting Hat lying beside it.

"Hey Slytherin."

The Sorting Hat grinned and gave a big hello.

"It seems you're completely unaffected by the Battle of Hogwarts," Moriarty remarked casually as he picked up the Pensieve.

"You mean the goblins attacked the castle? This is nothing." The Sorting Hat was a bit arrogant; it had followed the four wizards through the "Darkest Age of Wizarding."

Moriarty poured the memories from the bottle into the Pensieve, then pulled Zhang Qiu inside to watch together.

A moment later, Moriarty and Zhang Qiu poked their heads out of the basin.

"Did you see it clearly?" Moriarty asked Zhang Qiu.

"Mmm~" Zhang Qiu nodded, blinking her eyes playfully. "I'll write a letter home to find out China's attitude. Actually, I think China treats us wizards quite gently."

Moriarty knew Zhang Qiu was right; the Zhang family of Longhu Mountain had always maintained close ties with China.

But this time, the Muggle leadership's stance was somewhat like that of humans uniting against another race.

It's like aliens are invading Earth, and the whole world is united in response.

Although it wasn't that obvious, Moriarty sensed a tense atmosphere from the posture of the "Big Five".

Moriarty didn't want Muggles to be categorized by race, and he didn't want to create a "witch race" because of "wizards" or a "demon race" because of "magic"!

"Qiu'er, what are you going to write in the letter?" Moriarty asked after a long pause.

Zhang Qiu said matter-of-factly, "My parents have met you, and my hometown in Longhu Mountain knows of your existence."

"Of course I will state our position in the letter, and then ask the family to do some work. I don't ask China to target us, I just want them to not interfere with us before we destroy the Immortal Organization."

"After China puts forward some conditions, it will definitely agree. At most, we will only be exchanging some interests, while China can exert its influence. I think most countries will not interfere with our actions against the Immortal Life Organization."

Zhang Qiu had also given it careful consideration. She felt that given the relationship between the Zhang family of Longhu Mountain and China, as well as the social situation, they would most likely succeed.

Moreover, Moriarty has integrated the magical forces in Europe and America. If some exchanges of benefits are made, China would have even less reason to refuse, right?

Zhang Qiu felt a surge of joy at being able to help Moriarty.

Unexpectedly, Moriarty took a deep breath.

"Qiu'er, I understand your plan. I'm afraid most wizards who know about our relationship think we would do this."

Zhang Qiu was a little surprised. Couldn't this be done properly?

This is the best solution Zhang Qiu has come up with so far, and it's also the most convenient.

After all, Moriarty and Hogwarts' greatest enemy is the Immortal Organization.

Moriarty pulled Zhang Qiu's hand over, placed their hands together, and looked into Zhang Qiu's eyes.

"I'm not saying this method is bad; I'm just thinking about something I've never considered before."

"If it's merely an exchange of interests, then Muggle governments and magical governments can never achieve true cooperation!"

"Muggles can never accept wizards, and wizards can never accept Muggles!"

Looking at the unusually serious Moriarty, Zhang Qiu suddenly realized something.

"If it were me three years ago, or even a year ago, I would absolutely agree with your idea without hesitation," Moriarty said, softening his tone.

"But Gamp's attack on London gave me a glimpse into my own future!"

"Huh?" Zhang Qiu was full of confusion.

A hint of reminiscence flashed in Moriarty's eyes: "I was as talented and brilliant as Gamp at a young age. I had strength beyond my years, and with my illustrious family background and vast wealth, I was practically at the top of the world."

"The old wizards who followed Gamp all said that I resembled the young Gamp, and now I'm increasingly convinced of that."

"Gump initially fought for the future of wizards as well, and he ushered in a new era. But what he did—establishing the Ministry of Magic, enacting the Act of Secrecy—didn't have the support of the British Royal Family behind it?"

"This is a kind of exchange of benefits!"

"You've seen the consequences of exchanging favors—everyone has seen it!"

"Gamp himself broke the Act of Secrecy; in a sense, he was already dead the moment the Battle of London began!"

"Gamp was once that boy who slew dragons, but he ultimately became a dragon himself!"

"If Gamp can become like that, then I could become like that too!"

"Because achieving a temporary, false peace through trade-offs is simply following in Gampo's footsteps!"

Moriarty gripped Zhang Qiu's hands tightly. Zhang Qiu, still reeling from the shock, spoke haltingly, "Then, how do you want me to write the letter?"

"I want to be open and honest," Moriarty said firmly.

"To reveal everything about the wizard, without reservation."

"I want to put myself in the shoes of China."

"I believe China will not let me down."

Zhang Qiu looked at Moriarty incredulously: "Brother Moriarty, do you trust China that much?"

Zhang Qiu was well aware of the importance of Moriarty's decision. If he entrusted the wrong person, Moriarty would become a sinner against the wizards!

Everything Moriarty possesses today will be stripped away, and the Immortal Organization will certainly not let this opportunity pass.

I will bear all the consequences.

Moriarty said with a smile.

I believe in the human heart.

"Putting myself in their shoes, Muggles won't let me down, and wizards won't let Muggles down either."

Outside the principal's office, Lilith leaned against the wall, head bowed in thought. Her blonde hair obscured her eyes, and she bit her lower lip hard, leaving two bloody marks on her pink lips.

(I checked the previous chapter and found many typos, which have been corrected. This chapter continues to elaborate on Ah Hong's views.)