Hogwarts: I'm Harry's older cousin

Chapter 153, Section 151: The Coup by Lucius

"Something has indeed happened, Connelly."

"I'm very sorry, Dumbledore." Fudge's expression was unnatural despite his apology. "The Ministry of Magic has to take some necessary measures—this has already been discussed with the Board of Trustees in advance."

Dumbledore frowned slightly. He knew nothing about the school board's affairs, and it was obvious that someone was doing something behind his back.

They may have used coercion, bribery, or some other method.

As for who that person is, is there even a need to ask?

"Dumbledore, these are the elite of the Auror Office. I believe they can help Hogwarts handle dangerous situations."

Fudge then began to introduce the adult wizards who had come with him.

Aurors can be understood as the law enforcement force in the wizarding world.

In theory, every Auror is an elite among wizards, the most skilled at fighting against dark wizards and dark magic.

However, in fact, the word "elite" should be put in quotation marks.

However, there is no doubt that Aurors are excellent.

"I believe Hogwarts can handle this themselves."

A flicker of anger flashed in Dumbledore's aquamarine eyes.

The Ministry of Magic has overstepped its bounds this time.

With the school board, the Minister of Magic, and Aurors all involved, their purpose couldn't be clearer: they're trying to force him out.

They pressured Dumbledore to resign.

If someone had dared to challenge Dumbledore a few decades ago, their fate would have been dire.

The title of the greatest white wizard is no joke.

I don't know if it's because I'm getting older, I have more concerns, my heart has softened, and my fighting spirit has diminished, anyway...

The current Dumbledore is actually quite easy to "bully".

"Professor, something terrible has happened! Audrey has gone missing!"

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, at that very moment, a little witch pushed open the door in a panic and shouted towards the professors' seating area.

Then everyone turned to look at her.

Hearing the little witch's words, Lucius's smile widened, and he almost burst out laughing: "Oh, Dumbledore, I think Hogwarts is incapable of handling this. Look, not only have some young wizards been attacked, but some have also gone missing."

"His fate is unknown!"

Lucius deliberately emphasized this word.

"I seriously doubt whether you have the ability to manage Hogwarts."

Although his tone was respectful, Lucius's face and expression showed absolutely no respect.

"It was just an accident," Professor McGonagall said, unable to contain herself any longer.

Except for Snape, who wore an ambiguous smile, the other professors glared at Lucius.

"The situation is terrible," Lucius lazily interrupted Professor McGonagall, pulling out a long roll of parchment as he said, "The board thinks you should be fired. This is the dismissal order—all twelve directors have signed it."

"We feel that you have not used your talents. Since you are not able to stop the terrible things that are happening at Hogwarts, then we should find a more capable candidate. For example, I think the Head of House of Slytherin would be quite suitable."

"You know, my child is also a student at Hogwarts, and I hope that the headmaster of Hogwarts is a truly loving and responsible wizard."

"Mr. Lucius, wait... this isn't what we agreed on!" The first to object to Lucius was Fudge, practically shouting, his face filled with panic. "It's just about having the Aurors assist in the investigation and having Dumbledore cooperate; it's not about dismissing him."

"Remove Dumbledore. No, no. This is absolutely not what we want, especially in front of so many children."

It's not that Fudge had a change of heart; it's just that he didn't want to bear the consequences of causing a bad impact.

The Minister of Magic's dismissal of the Hogwarts Headmaster may be unique in history, but it will certainly be a source of infamy.

Even Phineas Black, the most unpopular headmaster in Hogwarts' history, was never dismissed by the Ministry of Magic.

Perhaps some parents of young wizards don't like Dumbledore's occasional "madness," but there's no doubt that they all believe in and acknowledge Dumbledore's abilities. The title of headmaster, beloved by all teachers and students, is not just empty words.

Actually, Fudge didn't say one more thing: If you, Lucius, dismissed Dumbledore, then who will solve the problem?

We can't exactly have the Minister of Magic do it, can we?

If the problem isn't solved, who will take responsibility?

This problem alone made Fudge very unhappy with Lucius.

If you had told me sooner, I wouldn't have come with you.

Lucius had no time to care what Fudge was thinking; he hadn't even given the nominal Minister of Magic a second glance. His goal had already been achieved.

Holding the parchment scroll, Lucius took a step forward, almost meeting Dumbledore's gaze.

"Lucius, you have no right to remove Dumbledore!" Professor McGonagall stepped forward, her voice trembling with anger. "Dumbledore was chosen as the Headmaster of Hogwarts!"

"I think I have Professor McGonagall."

Lucius shook the parchment in his hand; it contained the parchment of twelve board members, including himself.

This means that the contents of this parchment are officially certified and comply with the laws and regulations of the wizarding world.

Although Lucius cannot make any changes to the contract of Hogwarts Castle, and Dumbledore may still be able to exercise the power and authority of the headmaster of Hogwarts, he has been nominally removed from office.

Unless Dumbledore intends to overturn the table and refuse to acknowledge the joint signature of these twelve board members.

But it's clear he won't do that, because he is Dumbledore, because he is the greatest white wizard, and because he won't associate with the "dark wizards."

Even if Dumbledore wanted to overturn the table, the first one to object wouldn't be Lucius, but the Ministry of Magic. The power of the Board of Governors is granted by the Ministry of Magic, and if you don't recognize the Board of Governors, you're not recognizing the legitimacy of the Ministry of Magic.

This is why Fudge was so dissatisfied.

No matter what happens, Lucius will achieve his goal.

Lucius looked arrogant, completely having Dumbledore figured out.

Moreover, if these Aurors can resolve this matter smoothly, Dumbledore's prestige will be greatly suppressed.

A glint of light flashed in Lucius's eyes as he thought of this.

That would be incredibly good news.

And if the situation doesn't change, then the culprit behind this incident is the Weasley family's youngest daughter—Ginny Weasley.

He had simply left that book with her.

They can even frame their old rivals, the Weasleys.

Concealing dark magic items. Tsk tsk, that's no small charge.

Killing two birds with one stone—a brilliant plan.

(End of this chapter)