There are exactly fifty members of the Wizengamot, including the chief wizard, no more, no less. If new members want to join, they must wait until one of them retires.
Dudley was lucky. After Dumbledore nominated him, a Wizengamot member happened to be found guilty of serious corruption and was removed from his position as a Wizengamot member. So Dudley Fortunately, Li became a substitute.
After a series of tedious reviews, it was finally passed together with the review of the Order of Merlin First Class.
Dumbledore briefly introduced Dudley's deeds, then cleared his throat and made a formal announcement.
"Now, I, the Chief Wizard of the Wizengamot, hereby announce that Mr. Dudley Dursley has officially become a member of the Wizengamot."
This is the only power Dumbledore still retains as Chief Wizard.
judge or pronounce
In the near future, maybe this time next year, even this power will be stolen by the Ministry of Magic.
The title of Chief Wizard of the Wizengamot will be completely meaningless, and there will be no difference from ordinary Wizengamot members.
No one wants an organization to dominate them.
It just so happened that Dumbledore had completely delegated power again. Isn't this a great opportunity given by God to seize power?
Just because Fudge is a loser doesn't mean he is a fool. No one would waste such a good opportunity. If someone else had changed, the Wizengamot would have completely become a vassal of the Ministry of Magic a few years ago.
There can only be one voice in the wizarding world, and only one voice can be allowed.
Following Dumbledore's announcement, thunderous applause broke out from the audience, not sure if it was to celebrate Dudley's joining or something else.
A dedicated waiter brought him his purple-red robe, and Dudley happily accepted it.
The whole process was very smooth, and there were no plots like those described in many movies - someone appeared to seek death, slapped in the face, hit the younger one and then the older one, etc.
Even though Dumbledore's time has passed due to his indifference to worldly affairs, his power is still there, and no wizard will deny him face in person.
Unless someone at the top of the Ministry of Magic steps up.
"How does it feel to receive the Order of Merlin, First Class? Currently, only a few people in Europe enjoy this honor."
Dumbledore asked Dudley afterwards.
"If I cared about this kind of thing I wouldn't have mentioned the name of Wizard Highmore, Professor Dumbledore."
Dudley played with the first-class Merlin Medal. It had a big '1' written in red in the center of the gold medal. To be honest, the material of the Merlin Medal was ordinary. It looked golden on the surface, but in fact it was just brass plating. Just a layer of gold.
The Order of Merlin is just a means, a way of consoling the deceased Heimer, and spreading this curse.
Werewolves are loyal allies of the Death Eaters and one of the Ministry of Magic's biggest headaches.
Will Aurors who have received the Restoration Charm operate on werewolves?
The answer is yes.
Letting the Ministry of Magic and werewolves eat dogs to consume their power is currently the best and most optimal choice. It can also win over some wizards who have involuntarily turned into werewolves. With the restoration spell, they can also live a normal life.
"How does it feel to join the Wizengamot?" Dumbledore asked again.
The Wizengamot is a combination of the Wizarding Court and the Parliament. It has a lot of power but a high degree of freedom. Except for major matters, every member of the Wizengamot is qualified to be the presiding judge, even if it is to judge them on major matters. They are also judges.
Dudley spread his hands and said, "It's no different from before, Professor."
A mere member was just Dudley's first step.
Dumbledore nodded with satisfaction.
I am neither arrogant nor impatient, I am not dazzled by the so-called honors, and I don’t give in much compared to myself who just graduated.
very perfect.
Dumbledore actually knew some of Dudley's tricks, but he didn't think there was anything wrong with it because he and that one had done this before.
As long as Tom doesn't go astray.
"Professor, how's the case going with Mr. Mouse and Black?"
Dudley asked Dumbledore on the way out of the Great Hall.
"The matter between Peter and Sirius is of great importance, and it involves the previous Minister of Magic. The result cannot be pronounced easily. It will take many trials to decide."
In fact, the so-called high stakes are just Fudge's words. Sirius's case is currently being taken over by the Ministry of Magic. Only by prolonging Sirius' case long enough can the name 'Wise and Mighty Minister Fudge' become a household name.
Otherwise, it is just a piece of news, a daily prophet, which is too short-lived and will be forgotten by the wizards in a short time.
After all, Fudge really has nothing to brag about during his tenure. It is more in Fudge's interests to seize this point and blow it to the end.
"What? Do you want the results to come out sooner?" Dumbledore asked curiously.
"No, I want him to be locked up a little longer."
By the way, Dudley reminded Fudge just now. Don't expect Fudge's brain to come up with these twists and turns. It's not just him, but also the group of Ministry of Magic officials surrounding him.
Dudley's purpose was actually to 'lock up' Sirius for a while longer.
This guy is so annoying.
It would be best not to see him until the end of this semester.
When Dumbledore was about to say something to Dudley, he was blocked by Gsilda Marchbain, Tiberus Ogden, and several other wizards who looked a little older.
"Dumbledore, why don't you come here after all to see some of our old friends?"
Dumbledore had a headache. He knew this would be the case when he came over, but he couldn't completely ignore these friends.
He could only look at Dudley helplessly, planning to send him back to Hogwarts as an excuse.
As a result, before Dumbledore could speak, Dudley took the lead and spoke decisively: "Professor, I don't think I am a kid who can't find his way back, and you don't have to worry, I also have a lot of people in the Ministry of Magic." A friend’s.”
This immediately blocked Dumbledore's words.
He said slightly helplessly: "Yes, Fox is very close to you."
As he left, the old wizards surrounded Dumbledore in front, back, left and right, as if they were afraid that he would suddenly escape.
Watching Dumbledore leave, Dudley shook his head slightly. He did not go to find any friends in the Ministry of Magic as he said. At present, his seniors are all just entering the Ministry of Magic for the first time, and it is far from the time when the time is ripe.
He left the Ministry of Magic
In a hidden corner, he transformed into another image, then made a phone call and hailed a car.
It’s still the familiar suitcase, it’s still the familiar streets, it’s still the familiar alleys.
The trading place where he came when he changed his name to Gargamel.
Putting the familiar brown top hat on his head, Dudley pushed open the car door and carried the suitcase to the end of the alley.
Knocked on the familiar door.
(End of chapter)
