Ravenclaw's Blue Gem

"And once someone has this ability to sneak into the castle, he or she must be an excellent wizard. He or she must have a way to quietly kidnap others, and a way to escape from the castle smoothly or not." Dumbledore finished speaking and looked at Amelia. "Does this kind of statement convince you, Ms. Bones?"

"Please go ahead, Mr. Diggory." Amelia said."...Okay. After all, after Siegel helped me remove the element that threatened my safety, we discussed about saving Harry out. Siegel was responsible for attracting the attention of the dark wizard, so I took the opportunity Confirm Harry's condition first, and then we will move the trophy over while the other party is not ready to fly, and then we can escape this terrifying place."

"A very simple plan. You did the same? Did everything go well?"

"It was not very smooth, the opponent was very strong. I was stunned by him with the drill spell... Then it was Harry who caught the opportunity before we could successfully come back." The judges whispered to each other, their expressions were very serious, but still Can't see that they want to favor Zoe.

"Connelly, let Harry Potter come on stage to testify, I want to compare the testimony of the two people..." Before Amelia finished speaking, Umbridge, who was sitting on the other side, raised it. hand.

"Minister, I have a few questions." She pretended to be naive and said in a sweet and greasy tone. "I hope Mr. Diggory can answer me one by one, and then we will call another witness to the stage, okay?"

Fudge allowed her to speak. She stood up and looked at Cedric with a smile: "From Mr. Diggory's narrative just now, plus our analysis of the magic used on the defendant's wand, it is not difficult to draw this question: The so-called rescue for you, is it to use the unforgivable spell to destroy your opponent?" As soon as she said this, the atmosphere on the scene became more solemn.Be aware that the conviction of this crime does not depend on whether you attack an innocent person.

"Wh, what? Of course not!" Cedric was startled for a moment, but he recovered and retorted loudly.

"Really, then I ask Mr. Diggory to be more detailed, how did she find you?"

"In an abandoned church. I was confronting the dark wizard at the time." Cedric blinked. "She stopped that man."

"Did she come here on foot? Why would she know that you are here?" Umbridge said slowly. "I remember Mr. Diggory once said that the chasing man deliberately pushed you away in order to tease you. The location of the avenue, it must be a very remote place, it takes a lot of effort to track it... I can only think of whether she has been chasing you behind, or the dark wizards have been taking her?"

Cedric immediately understood what she suspected. He had previously thought it would be detrimental to Zoe's position, so he deliberately made it vague. Unexpectedly, this woman could see through his stubbornness and concealment in an instant.He looked at Dumbledore, and saw that the latter shook his head slowly but firmly.

Don't lie, tell the truth.Facing Cedric’s silence, Umbridge continued: “Since that dark wizard can force you to fight back—a qualified warrior selected by the Goblet of Fire, first of all, he must be a fully armed wizard. Do you have a magic wand in your hand?" Cedric stared at her smiling but icy eyes."No, my wand is lost, I went to buy a new one this summer."

"You are very honest, Mr. Diggory." Umbridge said with a smile. "We also got the same answer from Mr. Ollivander." Cedric was relieved.If lying on the testimony is exposed, credit will plummet. Their purpose is to get the approval of the judges, so they must not leave any bad impression.

"Then since I want to subdue such a dark wizard, I don't think it can be done empty-handed. The defendant must have a magic wand in his hand — or some other means that will allow her to defeat the enemy, but that is very unlikely. Mr. Diggory also No further explanation. And if she wants to have a wand, it must be her own wand. Because no one will lend her their wand, this is not true."

Umbridge looked back on his surroundings: "Since we can formulate such a sophisticated hijacking plan without letting anyone notice her own existence, why did she commit such a stupid mistake by not confiscating the kidnapper’s wand or even taking her? Tied up-if someone wants to say: maybe they escaped after being confiscated and tied up, then there is a contradiction with the previous tracking issue.

"Under what circumstances can these three conditions coexist?" Umbridge smiled while holding the winning ticket. Under her guidance, some quick-thinking judges exclaimed and looked at Cedric in surprise. Turning around with Zoe.But most people are still confused and don't know what conclusion she wants to speculate.

"Let's think about it. The Avadasuo Mantra that has been used several times, the unexpected timing of appearance, enough freedom and the magic wand in hand, there is only one conclusion that all three are established at the same time- "

"The defendant did not appear in front of our witness Cedric Digo as a'victim'. On the contrary, the dark wizard who chased him, who was hesitating and unwilling to speak out, was he The true identity of the defendant! Mr. Diggory had already admitted that the dark wizard who was chasing him was a woman. But the defendant did not appear in front of Mr. Diggory to help him, but to tease and kill him and turn him into a creature. Cold corpse!" Umbridge looked at the judges, and the commotion hadn't subsided for a long time since she finished that paragraph.

"I'm curious why Mr. Diggory is still willing to come on stage as a witness for the defendant? Maybe he suffered the Imperius Curse after the Heart Drilling Curse? I heard that he went to St. Mungo to check his physical condition several times... Poor Child. Do you agree with my reasoning, just tell me whether these are true or false?"

"...It's true, but--" Umbridge interrupted him just as Cedric wanted to continue talking."Minister, I have finished asking my question, please let another witness come on stage, let us listen to his testimony."

Chapter Nineteen Crisis (Part 1)

Just by the dim fire light on the walls of the corridor, it was as if the cast shadows gathered together to become an invisible beast, with the head of the person who wanted to swallow it wide open.Harry stood alone at the door of the courtroom. Mr. Weasley could not stay here to accompany him all the time. The Department for Prohibition of Muggle Abuse had some trouble and he had to return to his post as a supervisor as soon as possible.

When someone is by his side, it feels different from when he is alone. Harry always felt a cold, choking air flowing from his throat, going straight from his heart until he exhaled it.He came here as a witness, and because of some circumstances he needs to be questioned.Unlike the accusations that Zoe had to face, his accusations sounded very trivial, like a casual joke-who would believe that dementors would appear in Muggle residential communities and attack him Cousin Dali happened to be hit by him, and he happened to be a wizard who could curse the patron saint.

The Code of Minor Wizards has repeatedly stated that minor wizards should not use magic outside the school-mainly in places where Muggles gather-and they may be open to the little wizards in the family life of the wizard ( In fact, they can’t find out who violated the rules. As long as their parents can really stop the children’s mischief, the double taboos of the International Secrecy Law and the Code of Minor Wizards will never tolerate them. Any little wizard who dares to use magic in front of Muggles.

It didn’t even last ten minutes. Just trying his best to drag the frightened Dudley home, and before he could say a few words to his uncle who questioned him, the owl from the Ministry of Magic came to him with a letter. , The speed and efficiency are so fast that people can't help but feel that they have long known that such a thing will happen, so they are ready.

The text on the letter was very calm. Since he was still a first offender, they only told him that he had violated the rule that minors are not allowed to use magic and violated the "International Secrecy Act" that no magic exists in front of Muggles. The time set by the Ministry to conduct an inquiry.Later, he learned from Mr. Weasley that the situation was not as serious as he thought. He only needs to have a conversation with Ms. Amelia Burns, the director of the Magic Law Enforcement Department. He would not have any trouble with the law, because even a minor wizard, using magic to protect himself does not violate the terms.

It stands to reason that in this situation, the first person he asked for help should be Sirius, his godfather.But starting this year, Sirius told him that he had to travel a lot of time. He told Harry many things, whether it was Dumbledore’s reorganization of the Order of the Phoenix, or the many preparations they had made to stop Voldemort’s power expansion-except for those Sirius hardly concealed things that were truly secret.In his own words, Harry had reached the age where he needed to know the truth instead of being kept in the dark.

The feeling of trust greatly encouraged Harry, making him feel that he was a man worthy of being entrusted with some duties, and sincerely believed that he should also do something to repay this trust, such as resisting loneliness and reducing the relationship between friends. Communication (because the Ministry of Magic is likely to intercept their owl communication).In addition, Harry already knows some details, so he doesn’t need to rack his brains and worry about getting information, for fear that one day he will get news from somewhere, Voldemort brought a large number of his minions to start the war, or where suddenly he died. A lot of people.

The day after the Dementor incident happened, the Order of the Phoenix arranged several people to pick him up. He was very happy that Sirius, who had originally written to say that he was going to travel far, could appear in the team to pick him up (busy and radiant) , And Professor Lupin (still looks a little haggard), Professor Moody (the real one), Nifadora Tonks (does not like people calling her by her name), Kingsley Shaker (Tall, working in the Auror office) There were several other adult wizards who he didn't know but were very enthusiastic about him, which quickly calmed down his uneasy mood the day before.

That's right, it feels good to remember that time.He encouraged himself. He shouldn’t think about it, but focus on getting Siegel free from crime. A flustered witness who can’t even speak is of no use. All he can do is take a deep breath. Then stabilize your emotions.

"Harry, the Ministry of Magic can let you expel from school because of this at any time." The voice rang out of Harry's mind like a ghost.

"You violated the law, and it is sacred and serious. We will throw people like you out of our world...or exile? You won’t be able to come back forever, that’s a very light punishment. Up."

"If you don't pay attention to your words and deeds at all times and continue to act rashly, you will enter Azkaban."

"Do you hate Azkaban? I know you used to fall into a coma because of Dementors..."

"Think carefully before doing things. Loyalty is a virtue, but stupidity is not. See the true face of the person you need to protect, and don't lose your life for the unworthy."

Thinking of the previous conversation, the cold words, the unfamiliar face, and the notice of changing the inquiry mode... Harry looked at the surroundings, the darkness seemed to swallow everything.He asked a question.

"Minister, have you ever been standing here as a prisoner waiting for trial?"

The other party's answer was a cold snort, and then turned and left.

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The door opened slowly, and the noise awakened Harry.He saw Percy running out hurriedly.

"It's up to you, Harry Potter. It's up to you to testify." Percy's tone was cold and his eyes were cold as if he didn't know him.Harry nodded, indicating that he knew.Percy turned around, unwilling to give him any extra look, he followed Percy, took a deep breath, and then stepped into the courtroom.

He saw Zoe in the middle of the courtroom, she was probably the most conspicuous presence so far.Harry looked at her and found that her face was calm, maybe nothing went wrong with her situation?But he saw Cedric again and was taken aback.Cedric's face was pale, his fists clenched, and he looked regretful.He looked at Dumbledore, but couldn't tell from his manner.

"Your name?" A cold voice came from a height, and Harry looked up, Fudge stood, looking at him indifferently.

"Harry, Harry Potter." Even with countless psychological preparations, but being stared at by so many people, Harry still felt a great deal of pressure.

"Tell us who you are and why you are here?"

"Uh...I am (he glances at Dumbledore for help, but unfortunately the latter and him don’t have the same heart)...I am..." Harry’s mind was blank. He spent many days in the Order of the Phoenix headquarters. I have been learning the testimony process and simulation exercises with the help of my friends. Among them, Hermione has the most fanatical attitude. She also likes to get angry because of a little problem. Others are very puzzled, but Harry understands the reason why she is so anxious. It can only passively choose to bear the result.

He saw Cedric lip shape him."I'm Hogwarts fifth grade-starting this year-Harry Potter in Gryffindor. I'm here to... testify to Zoe Siegel." He stubbornly finished. , Harry wiped his forehead subconsciously, there was nothing, but he still felt like he was hot like a stove, especially on his face.

"Like this Mr. Diggory, can you please explain to us what happened in the Triwizard Tournament? From where you two were teleported by the illegal door key together." The witch on Fudge's left asked. , Her face is not so good.

After Harry honestly explained the things he had experienced, the stage was silent for a while, and the previous witch spoke again: "Next, I want to ask you a few questions. Please answer truthfully and not hide. ."

Harry nodded, and the atmosphere became more depressing."Can you swear? Responsible for everything you say?" Harry followed suit, vaguely aware of the problem.

"You were previously tied to the tombstone by Peter Pettigrew and witnessed the process of the dark magic ritual of Pettigrew. Later, you were rescued by the defendants Siegel and Mr. Diggory, and left together after fighting with the dark wizards..." Amelia took off the lens and put it on again. This is the action she has repeated several times."Why are these two people able to get close to the ceremony location? Are they not blocked?"

Harry was taken aback. He was injured, pain and blood loss, as well as the terrifying ritual that was going on... "I don't know, I only noticed that the man in the cloak who was chasing Cedric came back, but that In fact, it was Segal’s disguise. They must have defeated the dark wizard and come back pretending to be a companion..."

"But when the cloaked man came back, didn't any of her companions have any doubts, even the identity confirmation?" Harry thought about it carefully and shook his head."No, just let the cloaked man stand in place."

"So have you seen any traces of kidnapping other than you at the scene?" Harry shook his head."Even the slightest trace will do, whether it's extra ropes, blood stains, or the words and deeds of the dark wizards, nothing?"

"I'm sure I haven't." Harry said.The witch who had been talking to him nodded."Okay, I have no problems for now, thank you for your cooperation, Mr. Potter."

Umbridge stood up again: "Well, gentlemen. I think we have reached the right conclusion. Let's start voting now."

Chapter 20 Crisis (Part 2)

"Dolores..." Amelia said hesitantly, "I always feel that there is still something unclear, is it a bit inappropriate to start voting directly?" Umbridge looked at her."But in the eyes of me and the others present, this is clear enough evidence-the defendant should undoubtedly be thrown into Azkaban because she used the unforgivable curse on this Mr. Diggory. And as the accomplice of the dark wizard appeared in that suspicious place..." There were many judges on the scene who agreed with this judgment.

"What?" Harry exclaimed, "What are you talking about! Why was Siegel considered an accomplice of the Dark Wizard? But she and Cedric came to rescue me together!"