Hogwarts: What are the four great masters doing?

He certainly knew about the paper Professor McGonagall was working on recently - "Aniya Human Transfiguration and the Origin of Animagus".

In fact, Professor McGonagall once said that his name could also be written on the list of authors of the paper. After all, the existence of this paper is inseparable from Ryan.

But Ryan rejected the professor's offer.

Meanwhile, Dumbledore continued, "So Minerva didn't return the Time-Turner to the Ministry of Magic. Instead, she applied to the Ministry for permission to continue using it. The 'Sands of Time' inside was still sufficient, more than enough for the next school year..."

"Sands of Time (Tempusabulum)?"

Ryan frowned and asked the name softly.

As I said before, he was not familiar with things related to the time converter.

"Yes, the Sands of Time—the essence of time, and also the source of power for all time-related magic items."

Dumbledore nodded.

He explained: "You know I was obsessed with alchemy for a while and had some small achievements..."

Of course I know, but your achievements cannot be said to be small.

Ryan muttered in his heart.

He had read a paper co-authored by Nicolas Flamel and Dumbledore. To be frank, if it weren't for the existence of the legendary alchemist Nicolas Flamel, Dumbledore would probably be the most outstanding alchemist of this era.

Dumbledore continued, "Nico and I have also studied the Time-Turner. However, it wasn't from the British Ministry of Magic, but one stored in the French Ministry of Magic—Nico is very prestigious there..."

He was just imparting knowledge, which was what he loved most, even more than enjoying sweets.

"Our initial research revealed that the structure of the Time Converter itself is not complex; it can even be described as very simple."

Dumbledore said quietly, "Any half-decent alchemist could easily create an exact replica of the original Time-Turner."

"The true heart of the Time Turner lies in the energy that drives it... Its appearance resembles both sand and flowing water—hence the name 'Sands of Time'."

Dumbledore said this.

Ryan naturally recalled the suspended golden dust he saw in the Time Hall.

That was obviously what Dumbledore was talking about, the 'sands of time'.

"The Sands of Time are the key to the Time Converter's operation. The more Sands of Time there are, the more times it can support, and the further back in time it can be."

Having said that, Dumbledore also came to a conclusion.

"So I think that Barty Crouch Jr., if it really was him... the two things he took for Tom should be a Time-Turner and all the remaining Sands of Time from the Ministry of Magic."

"As far as I know, the Ministry of Magic's remaining Sands of Time are all kept in the Department of Mysteries."

"..."

So, Ryan naturally agreed with Dumbledore's idea at this moment.

But another problem arises...

"What does Voldemort need a Time-Turner for?"

Ryan murmured softly.

He and Dumbledore looked at each other, and then...they both obviously thought of the same possibility.

"Three-phase resurrection?"

Ryan said incredulously.

That's right.

What if Voldemort went back three hundred and thirty-three years ago through a time converter, and then wandered back to the present day?

Then he has undoubtedly completed the first condition for the three-phase resurrection - [Crown of Time].

"If he stole all the Sands of Time from the Ministry... then it's certainly possible."

Dumbledore also nodded solemnly.

"But it's also possible that he has other purposes, such as needing to be one step ahead in doing something—that's the best part of the Time Turner."

"For example, if you use it to buy Honeydukes limited edition candies...it always ensures you get to the store in time and buy the best batch," he said earnestly.

"...That does sound tempting, but could you please stop joking at this point?"

But Ryan couldn't help but mutter at this moment.

The old wizard was still in a state of disarray at this time.

Because you have to know that at this moment Ryan has realized that Voldemort actually has the conditions to complete the three-phase resurrection.

【Accidental Horcrux】——Harry Potter.

【Crown of Time】——Time Converter.

Both of these are already on the table.

Perhaps the only thing Voldemort lacks at the moment is [Great Murder] - even for him, killing a legendary wizard is obviously very difficult.

And Ryan still holds that view...

If Voldemort was going to kill a legendary wizard, Dumbledore would be the obvious choice!

"Oh, Ryan... there's no point in worrying. It will only make people suffer more."

Dumbledore said softly.

"Besides, it's obviously not that easy for Tom to kill me - that time at Gaunt's house was probably the closest he came, but because of you, he no longer had the chance."

His words calmed Ryan down a bit.

But then, Ryan couldn't help but ask, "What if the object is not you?"

He said so, and then suddenly thought of someone: "For example... Grindelwald? Are you sure there is nothing wrong with his death?"

A sudden idea occurred to him.

That's right.

The most recent legendary wizard to die, with the exception of Nicolas Flamel, who chose to go to the other side of the veil.

There is another one, Gellert Grindelwald.

The cause of his death remains a mystery - according to Newt, he seemed to have chosen death himself.

But it was obvious that Ryan was a little worried at the moment.

And after hearing this question.

Dumbledore's expression seemed to change slightly.

He looked at Ryan and said softly, "I'm sure Gellert chose his own death, without anyone else's involvement."

"As long as I'm here, no one can interfere with his death."

His words were calm, but full of conviction.

"..."

So, of course, Ryan didn't ask any more questions.

He could see that the headmaster seemed reluctant to talk about Grindelwald.

But in the end, Dumbledore added: "Regarding the research results of the Sands of Time, Nicol's workshop should have our original research records. He may have also conducted independent research later. I think you might want to take a look at it later."

"Or...you could ask Nico yourself."

"..."

After hearing this, Ryan fell silent.

That's right.

Shortly after the summer vacation began, he discovered two extra photos in the album left to him by Nicolas Flamel.

It was a photograph of Nicolas Flamel and Perenelle Flamel.

Apparently—as they say—they chose to go to the other side of the veil.

No funeral, no announcement.

After returning to Beauxbatons, they calmly chose to leave under the maple tree where they first met.

The photo of Nicolas Flamel contains most of his alchemical knowledge, which is also the origin of Dumbledore's words at this moment.

"I'll ask him."

So, Ryan said softly.

So the two ended the discussion.

"Don't take today too seriously, Ryan... maybe you should just continue to enjoy your summer vacation."

Dumbledore said, smiling at Ryan.

“The carefree days of youth are always precious.”

After leaving these words, he stood up, waved to Ryan, and turned away.

"..."

Ryan watched the principal walk away until his old figure walked into the crowd.

So at this moment, Ryan suddenly thought of Newt, and the Dumbledore that Newt mentioned.

That was Dumbledore in his forties - he was as wise and calculating then as he is now, but obviously more ambitious and passionate.

So...

'Longer ago?'

'What was Dumbledore like when he was truly young, when he was still a teenager?'

Ryan suddenly became curious.

This is not surprising.

Just like what was said before - the life of every legendary wizard is always full of charm.

"Sir... Sir... Oh, I mean... Little Sir..."

But soon, a voice interrupted Ryan's thoughts.