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00:25Chapter 551 The Conclusion of the Barty Crouch Investigation Barty Crouch
00:31Kyle realized it had been over half a year since he'd last thought about that name.
00:37Ever since Sirius was acquitted early in the school year, Crouch had faced severe scrutiny
00:41for his role in incarcerating Sirius without a trial, throwing him directly into Azkaban.
00:47At the time, it had seemed reasonable, even Sirius himself had admitted as much.
00:52Crouch. Kyle recalled that Sirius had even spoken respectfully of Crouch on occasion.
00:58During Voldemort's rise to power, Crouch had been a staunch advocate for aggressive,
01:03borderline draconian measures. Under his leadership, horrors were granted unprecedented authority they
01:09could arrest and execute Death Eaters, as well as use unforgivable curses. The lack of a trial for
01:15Sirius wasn't unique, several others had met the same fate. This violence-for-violence policy had
01:21its costs, but it also provided a fragile balance that kept the Ministry from being entirely
01:26overwhelmed by the Death Eaters. The harsh measures saved lives during the chaos, even if they turned
01:32horrors into something perilously close to the enemies they fought. Crouch's downfall began when his own
01:38son, Barty Crouch Jr., was revealed to be a Death Eater. That scandal had paved the way for Fudge's rise as
01:46Minister of Magic. Sirius, for his part, held no ill will toward Crouch. His priority had been securing
01:54his freedom so he could look after Harry, not pursuing retribution. But the public outcry over
02:00Sirius's case had been relentless, and an investigation into Crouch was inevitable. Accusations of deliberately
02:06covering up Peter Pettigrew's crimes and tarnishing the Ministry's reputation dragged on for six months.
02:11Kyle stared at the accompanying photograph in the Daily Prophet. The once-imposing Barty Crouch looked
02:19utterly defeated. His meticulously groomed beard was now scruffy, and his demeanor seemed broken.
02:26In contrast, Fudge stood beside him in the photo, exuding smug self-satisfaction.
02:32He must be thrilled that no one can challenge his position as Minister now.
02:35Kyle muttered. Still, he wasn't particularly concerned about Fudge's political maneuvering.
02:43He returned his focus to the article. The investigation had uncovered no conclusive
02:48evidence linking Crouch to the Death Eaters. Consequently, he retained his position at the
02:54Ministry, though not without consequences. Crouch was demoted, reassigned from the prestigious
03:00Department of International Magical Cooperation to the far less influential Department of Magical
03:05Transportation. While not the least significant Department, that dubious honor belonged to the
03:11Department of Magical Games and Sports, it was a dramatic step down. By comparison, given the
03:17choice between the two departments, most would still prefer International Magical Cooperation.
03:23The fallout wasn't limited to Crouch. Others implicated during the investigation had also been
03:28reassigned, many to the aforementioned Department of Magical Games and Sports.
03:33Kyle chuckled faintly at the thought. Ludo Bagman must be ecstatic, this is probably the first time
03:40his department has seen such an influx of personnel. Despite the reshuffling, the ministry seemed
03:46intent on downplaying the matter. The story, which under normal circumstances would have been front-page
03:52news, was buried in an inconspicuous corner on the back page. Its tone was brief and dismissive,
03:58the details scant, and the conclusions almost an afterthought. It must have been fudge, Sirius
04:05muttered under his breath, leaning close to Kyle during the first defense against the dark arts
04:09class of the morning. Professor Moody was apparently on leave due to the Crouch investigation, and in his
04:15absence, Sirius had been brought in to teach the fifth years. He had tasked the students with reviewing
04:21the shield charm while he quietly discussed the newspaper's contents with Kyle. It's definitely
04:27fudge, Sirius continued. The man is obsessed with power. He's used this whole situation as an
04:34opportunity to push Crouch's supporters out of important positions. Have you noticed? Nearly
04:41everyone in the Department of International Magical Cooperation and the Department of Magical
04:45Law Enforcement is under investigation. Meanwhile, those in other departments who also supported
04:51Crouch haven't been touched. Need I say more? Kyle replied. No one else besides the Minister of Magic
05:00could have orchestrated something like this, even with legitimate reasons. I don't like fudge,
05:05Sirius said, glancing around the classroom and lowering his voice further. Even though I regained my
05:11freedom because of him, I just don't trust him. He's far too obsessed with consolidating his power.
05:18He's hinted multiple times that he wants me to give more interviews to the Daily Prophet,
05:23focusing on how I was acquitted. Obviously, he wants to build an image of himself as fair and just,
05:30Kyle said. He led the retrial, and if anyone talks about the retrial, they can't help but mention him.
05:36Exactly, Sirius said, irritation creeping into his voice. I've already given three interviews,
05:44but he keeps sending owls asking for more. It's as if he wants me to cry my story out in the Daily
05:50Prophet every single day. Well, who told you to go and become a tragic hero? Kyle said with a smirk.
05:58Of course, he's going to use this as a publicity stunt for himself. Who's to say he isn't?
06:04Sirius shook his head with a frustrated chuckle. I've grown tired of saying the same things over
06:10and over, so I started dodging his requests by making excuses. That's why I came to Hogwarts.
06:17I never expected Dumbledore to agree to let me teach here. Honestly, I should thank Fudge again.
06:25If he hadn't been so insistent, I wouldn't have had this chance to teach Harry directly.
06:29Kyle watched Sirius, who seemed genuinely happy, and felt unsure how to respond. If anything,
06:37it was Dumbledore who should be thanking Fudge the most, finding a new defense against the dark arts
06:42professor each year had always been a major headache for him. Naturally, when someone volunteered,
06:48Dumbledore wouldn't refuse. Sirius, however, didn't seem concerned with that at all.
06:54Not wanting to draw too much attention to himself, Sirius moved away to help students who were
07:00struggling with the shield charm. Some had forgotten the spell after months without practice,
07:06so Sirius patiently made the rounds, offering guidance. It wasn't until near the end of the
07:11class that Sirius returned to Kyle. I really don't know what the ministry will become in the future,
07:16he said, gazing out the window. Fudge's methods are clever, I'll admit that, but his character.
07:24Never mind. After all, he's the reason I'm free now. Sirius let out a deep sigh. Still, without Crouch
07:33keeping him in check, Fudge no longer has to worry about anyone threatening his position as minister.
07:39Honestly, that's not a good thing for the Ministry of Magic. Isn't there still the headmaster?
07:45Connor chimed in from nearby. People say he trusts Professor Dumbledore a lot.
07:52Whenever he encounters a tricky problem, he comes to Hogwarts to ask for advice.
07:57Yes. Dumbledore, Sirius said, though his tone was tinged with reluctance.
08:04I don't know what happened in past years, but since I've been here, Fudge hasn't come to see
08:08Dumbledore even once. Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard.
08:15Chapter 552 The Senior Undersecretary's absurd proposal Moody took longer to return to Hogwarts
08:20than anyone had expected, nearly a month. On a Friday night, as everyone was enjoying dinner in
08:26the Great Hall, the doors were suddenly flung open. Moody limped in, his face set in a dark scowl.
08:33Though his usual demeanor was intimidating, tonight it was clear he was in an especially
08:38foul mood. His scarred face was drawn taut, and his mismatched eyes, one natural, the other magical,
08:46darted restlessly, scrutinizing every person in the room. The oppressive air around him silenced
08:52even the boldest students. Those who might have greeted him quickly abandoned the idea,
08:57sitting stiffly and avoiding his gaze altogether.
09:00Kyle, do you know what's going on? Cedric whispered from his spot at the Hufflepuff table.
09:07I've never seen Professor Moody so angry before. I'm not sure, Kyle replied, shaking his head.
09:15But I think it might have to do with what's been happening at the ministry.
09:18His eyes flicked to the Daily Prophet lying open beside him. The front page featured a bold headline.
09:25Former Deputy Director of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, Dolores Jane Umbridge,
09:31appointed Senior Undersecretary to the Minister for Magic. Unlike the brief mention of Bartemius
09:36Crouch a month ago, this article about Umbridge dominated the entire front page, detailing her
09:42past achievements and contributions to the ministry. Kyle had skimmed most of it, uninterested,
09:48but one detail near the end had caught his attention. It mentioned that Umbridge believed
09:53Aurors had too much autonomy and suggested banning certain powerful spells, including the Blasting
09:58Curse. She had also proposed restructuring the Auror Office, placing it under direct oversight by the
10:05Minister's Office, similar to the hit Wizards, instead of leaving it under the authority of the
10:10Auror Office head. The article indicated that this proposal had been made about two weeks ago and was
10:15still under discussion, marked, pending. Kyle pieced it together. That was likely why Moody had been
10:22away so long, and why he was furious now. Aurors and hit Wizards operated under very different
10:28circumstances. Aurors, tasked with capturing dangerous dark Wizards, frequently faced life or
10:35death situations. Forbidding them from using powerful spells would put them at even greater risk.
10:41Worse, placing their missions under the minister's direct control would add bureaucratic delays that
10:47could prove fatal in emergencies, where every second counted. Though Moody had retired, he would
10:53never stand idly by while the ministry jeopardized the lives of his former colleagues. Fudge, the Minister
10:59of Magic, had truly overstepped this time. It was baffling that he hadn't immediately rejected such a
11:06reckless proposal. Other countries were working to improve conditions for their Aurors to attract more
11:11talent, yet Fudge seemed intent on undermining his own forces. Kyle suspected that Fudge's motives
11:18were political, perhaps a desire to consolidate power, but it was a short-sighted and foolish move.
11:25Other nations were undoubtedly watching this debacle unfold.
11:29Fleur's soft, derisive laugh drew Kyle's attention.
11:32She had glanced at the Daily Prophet and seemed to find the situation amusing, or perhaps absurd.
11:39Nothing else in the paper could explain her reaction.
11:43Meanwhile, at the Slytherin table, Crumb wasn't his usual silent self.
11:48He was speaking animatedly in Bulgarian with his Durmstrang companions, a copy of the Daily Prophet
11:54lying on the table beside him. Kyle sighed.
11:57Sirius was right, the Ministry is a mess without Crouch. Still, this wasn't something he could do
12:04anything about. Dumbledore would undoubtedly step in to prevent such a disastrous policy from being
12:10enacted. Glancing toward the teacher's table, Kyle saw Dumbledore deep in conversation with Moody.
12:17The headmaster's expression was grave, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.
12:22The next morning, when Kyle arrived on the eighth floor as usual, he found the headmaster's office
12:28empty. Dumbledore wasn't there. I guess he went to the Ministry of Magic, Kyle thought.
12:35He had anticipated this possibility, so after waiting for about ten minutes, he decided to leave.
12:42It was refreshing to have an occasional day off, and today happened to be Hogsmeade week.
12:47After more than a month of drinking pumpkin juice, Kyle was eager to visit the three broomsticks and
12:53enjoy a chilled butterbeer. As he descended from the eighth floor and reached the foyer,
12:58he ran into Sirius and Harry. Judging by their relaxed demeanor, it seemed they were also planning
13:04to go out. Kyle. Sirius said, sounding a little surprised. Don't you have a class with Professor
13:12Dumbledore today? Though most students were unaware, the professors knew about Kyle's private
13:18lessons with Dumbledore. Sirius, in particular, had first-hand knowledge. He once tried to skip a
13:24class by heading to the headmaster's office. That attempt lasted a grand total of ten minutes before
13:30he gave up and left in frustration. Sirius still couldn't wrap his head around it. The complex formulas
13:37in ancient runes made his head spin. He hadn't taken the subject during his time at school,
13:43and what little knowledge he'd picked up had long faded during his twelve years away from society.
13:48What? Kyle is learning charms from Professor Dumbledore? Harry asked, clearly surprised and a
13:56little envious. This was the first time he'd heard of it. That was Dumbledore, the greatest wizard of the
14:03century. Studying under him had to be an incredible opportunity to learn. That's right, Sirius confirmed,
14:11winking conspiratorially. For the Triwizard Tournament. But, he lowered his voice, remember not to tell
14:18anyone else. No problem. I'll keep it a secret, Harry said, nodding earnestly while trying to suppress his
14:25envy. He briefly debated whether to tell Ron and Hermione, but since Sirius had emphasized keeping quiet,
14:32he decided to wait. He imagined the stunned expressions on their faces when he revealed this
14:38secret closer to the third task. Turning to Kyle, Harry asked, so, have you learned it all by now?
14:45I really hope you can win. Learn it all. It's still early days, Kyle said with a shake of his head.
14:54Professor Dumbledore isn't at school today, so I'm heading to the Three Broomsticks for a drink.
14:58What about you two? That's perfect, Sirius replied with a grin. We're heading to Hogsmeade as well.
15:07Remus is already there. If you're free, why don't you join us? Professor Lupin.
15:14Of course, Kyle said, nodding with enthusiasm. It had been quite some time since he last saw Lupin,
15:21the former defense against the dark arts professor. As Kyle glanced at Sirius,
15:26a curious thought crossed his mind. Is he filling in for Lupin? It seemed fitting.
15:33The two were such close friends that they even shared similar roles.
15:38Kyle only wondered whether Sirius would manage to leave the position and scathe at the end of the
15:42school year, unlike Lupin. To be fair, Lupin's departure had been the most fortunate outcome
15:48compared to his predecessors. Though forced to resign after his identity as a werewolf was revealed,
15:54he hadn't faced any significant harm. That alone was more than 99% of the defense against the dark
16:01arts professors could claim. Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard.
16:07Chapter 553 5,000 Galleons Kyle had expected to find Lupin waiting for them at the Three Broomsticks,
16:14but it seemed he'd been mistaken. As they approached the entrance to the pub,
16:19Sirius strode right past without even a glance.
16:21The trio continued down the street, passing the quill shop and the Gladrag's wizardware,
16:27before turning onto a familiar path. It wasn't long before they arrived at their destination the
16:33Shrieking Shack. Lupin was standing by the broken fence surrounding the shack,
16:38carefully setting the pieces back in place one by one.
16:41Professor Lupin. Harry called out, running ahead and waving enthusiastically.
16:47You don't have to bother with that. The fence was already falling over the first time I came to
16:53Hogsmeade, and no one seemed to care. Lupin looked up and smiled warmly.
16:59Hello, Harry. It's wonderful to see you again. But you don't need to call me Professor anymore.
17:07Just Lupin, or like Sirius does, Remus, or even Mooney.
17:11Okay, Professor Lupin, Harry blurted out without thinking. Lupin's smile froze momentarily.
17:19It was clear Harry wouldn't be able to drop the title so easily.
17:23With a resigned sigh, Lupin gave up on correcting him and returned his focus to the fence.
17:29Harry hesitated, tempted to point out that no one in Hogsmeade cared about the Shrieking Shack or
17:34would ever bother coming here. But before he could say anything, Sirius interrupted with a chuckle.
17:40Let him be, Sirius said, shaking his head. It's something that needs doing anyway.
17:47Harry frowned. What do you mean? Why does Professor Lupin need to fix up the place?
17:54Because I bought the Shrieking Shack, Sirius replied, his tone as casual as if he'd just
17:59purchased a butterbeer. What? Harry's voice rose in surprise.
18:05I've wanted to buy it since I was at school, Sirius explained. But back then, I didn't have
18:11the gold. After I graduated, life got, complicated, so I didn't get around to it until about six
18:18months ago. How much did it cost? Harry asked skeptically. To be honest, less than I expected,
18:26Sirius said with a shrug. It's been abandoned for decades, and the wizarding family that owned
18:32it moved to Finland years ago. Lupin and I tracked them down over the Christmas holidays.
18:38Turns out, they'd forgotten all about it. When they heard I wanted to buy the place,
18:43they gave me a decent discount. I got it for just 5,000 galleons. Can you believe that?
18:50What a bargain. Sirius grinned, clearly pleased with his own thriftiness.
18:57Harry pressed his lips together, struggling to muster any enthusiasm. Sure, he had a fair amount
19:03of gold in his vault, but 5,000 galleons still sounded like a lot. After all, Mr. Weasley's salary
19:10was only 80 galleons, and the Triwizard Tournament prize had been 1,000 galleons.
19:15That meant Sirius had just casually spent the equivalent of five championship prizes on an
19:21abandoned building. Kyle, standing beside Harry, nodded thoughtfully before he could respond.
19:285,000 galleons, you really did get a bargain. Right? Sirius said brightly. It made the trip worth it.
19:37Kyle, why do you think it's a bargain too? Harry asked, still stunned. It's obvious,
19:45Kyle replied. Hogsmeade is the only all-wizarding village, so property prices are high, especially
19:52for a place as large as the Shrieking Shack. Not to mention, the land within the fence is included.
19:59Otherwise, Lupin wouldn't be fixing it up. Seeing Harry's skeptical expression, Kyle added,
20:04let me put it this way this place is almost 10 times the size of a typical shop. To compare,
20:11imagine you could buy Honeydukes for 500 galleons. Would you still think it's expensive?
20:17Harry shook his head instinctively. Although he wasn't entirely convinced the comparison was fair,
20:24Honeydukes was a prime location, Hogsmeade wasn't exactly sprawling. On second thought,
20:29Kyle's reasoning seemed plausible. What are you going to do with it? Harry asked Sirius curiously.
20:37Live here. Or open a shop. Oh, that, Sirius said with a shrug. I don't know. You don't know.
20:47Harry repeated, incredulous. Exactly. I just wanted to buy it. Mooney thinks it's a waste,
20:55though. It's not just me, padfoot, Lupin interjected, walking over with an exasperated
21:02expression. That's 5,000 galleons, enough to support an average wizarding family for 10 years.
21:09You can't treat it like a decoration. How about you manage it, then? Sirius suggested with a grin.
21:16I won't interfere. We've been over this, Lupin replied, frowning. I know what you're trying to do,
21:25but it's unnecessary, padfoot. I can take care of myself. I've been studying dragons lately,
21:32and I'm planning to try for a job at the dragon reserve in Romania next year.
21:37Of course, I respect your decision completely, Sirius said lightly, though his gaze drifted.
21:42I only bought this place to fulfill an old schoolboy dream. Come on, Harry, let's go inside
21:49and clear out the broken furniture. I'll get new stuff later. And hey, you can pick a room on the
21:56second floor for the holidays. Really? I can. Harry asked, his eyes lighting up. He had never imagined
22:05he might one day live in Hogsmeade. Of course you can, Sirius said with a grin. Behind them, Lupin rubbed
22:13his forehead, his frustration evident. He understood why Sirius had bought the Shrieking Shack, and while
22:20the nostalgia was endearing, it still felt like a waste. After all, 12, Grimauld Place was perfectly
22:27fine and, more importantly, secure under the Fidelius charm. At that moment, Kyle turned to Lupin with a
22:34question. Have you really decided to go to Romania? That's right, Lupin replied. I've thought about it
22:42carefully, and it seems like a good opportunity. Have you considered one thing? Kyle asked, his tone
22:49calm but pointed. If Sirius is trying to play the role of Godfather, are you confident leaving Harry
22:55entirely in his hands? Lupin stopped abruptly. His expression shifted rapidly as the implication
23:02sank in. How had he not thought of this? Of course, Sirius would take Harry in, that was never in
23:10question. Lupin had always considered it natural. Harry's aunt and uncle clearly disliked him, and it
23:17was far better for him to be with Sirius. Surely, Harry felt the same way. But now, Kyle's words made him
23:25pause. The past 12 years hadn't left Sirius unaffected. He was more impulsive, more prone
23:32to emotional decisions, and, Lupin had to admit, inclined toward reckless spending. The Shrieking
23:39Shack purchase was a prime example, a symptom of Sirius trying to make up for lost time. Lupin
23:45understood why Sirius acted this way. Twelve years of imprisonment and isolation were bound to leave
23:51scars. It was no surprise he wanted to indulge in life's freedoms now. Normally, Lupin let it go,
23:59thinking Sirius would eventually settle down once the novelty wore off. But Harry was young,
24:05impressionable. What if living with Sirius long-term affected him? Lupin couldn't ignore
24:11the possibility that Harry might pick up some of Sirius's impulsive habits, habits that would be far
24:16harder to shake once ingrained. This left Lupin conflicted. He felt he should stay, not only to
24:23support Sirius but to help guide Harry. Yet his savings from his brief teaching stint were modest.
24:30He could manage for a while, but not indefinitely, and he had no intention of burdening Sirius financially.
24:37Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard.
24:40Chapter 554 Cooperation Lupin had been seriously considering the opportunity in Romania.
24:48A few months ago, he had sent a letter to the Dragon Reserve, candidly including not only his
24:53teaching experience at Hogwarts but also his status as a werewolf. To his surprise, their response had
24:59been neither a rejection nor a demand for a reduced salary, a condition he had grown accustomed to.
25:05Instead, they offered him an interview. The only stipulation was that he needed a recommendation
25:11letter from Dumbledore or at least two Hogwarts professors, serving as a testament to his
25:16qualifications and character. Lupin understood this request. Compared to the obstacles he had faced in
25:23the past, it seemed almost trivial. In fact, it felt like an incredible opportunity. The Dragon Reserve
25:30appeared to be one of the few places willing to offer him a fair chance at a normal job. Yet,
25:36his thoughts kept shifting between the prospect of work and concerns about Harry. Kyle, watching
25:42Lupin's inner turmoil play out on his face, finally spoke up. I have an idea that would let you stay
25:48here without worrying about money. Would you like to hear it? You have an idea? Lupin asked, startled.
25:56He knew Kyle was clever, it had been Kyle's ingenuity that helped clear Sirius's name.
26:03Perhaps he truly had a solution. Well, I could lend you some galleons, Kyle offered.
26:10Lupin sighed, his initial hope fading. Lend me galleons? No, I can't take money from a student.
26:18But you're not a professor anymore, Kyle pointed out. Still, I really can't.
26:25It's not just the principle, I wouldn't be able to pay it back, Lupin said, shaking his head with a
26:30bitter smile. That's not true, Kyle said confidently, gesturing toward the shrieking shack. You already
26:38have a solution right in front of you. What? Lupin looked at him, confused. Kyle pointed to the
26:46dilapidated building. Sirius just said he wants to leave the shrieking shack in your hands, right?
26:52This is the only wizarding village in the area, and it's right next to Hogwarts. Any kind of shop
26:59here would be profitable. Lupin frowned. But Sirius bought it. If he wants to open a shop,
27:06the earnings would be his, and rightly so. I'd be happy to help, but I wouldn't take a single
27:12canute. What if you went in as a co-owner? Kyle suggested. I could lend you 2,500 galleons,
27:21and you could give it to Sirius as your share of the investment. That would make it a joint property.
27:27I'm sure he wouldn't say no. Lupin looked taken aback. That's, true, but wait, how much did you say?
27:352,500 galleons, Kyle repeated, puzzled. Half of 5,000. Isn't that right? I know the math,
27:46but, how on earth do you have that kind of money? Lupin asked, his voice tinged with disbelief.
27:53It's not that much, Kyle said, scratching his head. I'm not sure exactly how much I have,
27:59but it's definitely enough. We made a lot of money at the Quidditch World Cup,
28:04and even after splitting it six ways, I had nearly a thousand galleons. Add in the Triwizard
28:10tournament prize, and I've still got plenty left. He paused, thinking aloud. If I'm short,
28:17I could figure something out. Maybe sell some Basilisk skin to Snape, though that's risky.
28:24He knows about the Basilisk, and I doubt he'd pay me fairly. But it wouldn't matter,
28:29I'll have the championship prize in a few months, so I wouldn't even need to go that far.
28:35Lupin, still dazed, tried to process Kyle's explanation. He had known Kyle was well off,
28:42he'd seen the boys spending habits last year on the train. But two or three thousand galleons.
28:48That was beyond what he had imagined. It wasn't just a little money, it was a fortune.
28:54Kyle, how old are you? Lupin asked absently, his tone tinged with disbelief.
29:01Fifteen, Kyle replied. Just old enough to meet the age line for the Goblet of Fire.
29:08Lupin's expression grew even more bewildered. Kyle was fifteen and had somehow earned more than
29:14two thousand galleons. At fifteen, Lupin had been preoccupied with helping James and Sirius
29:20cover up their rule-breaking antics. The contrast was staggering. But.
29:26Lupin began, only to be cut off. This is the best solution, Kyle interjected.
29:33It lets you keep an eye on Harry, which I think you want to do. And the two thousand five hundred
29:39galleons aren't a gift. You'll have to pay them back. If you're serious about taking care of Harry,
29:45you'll need to establish yourself with some property. Lupin hesitated, frowning as he mulled
29:51over the idea. The practicality of it appealed to him, but the thought of taking such a large sum,
29:57even as a loan, made him uneasy. He stood motionless, lost in thought, until Sirius and
30:04Harry emerged from the shrieking shack. At last, Lupin made up his mind.
30:09Fine. But I will pay you interest. If you refuse, I'd rather not take it at all.
30:17Kyle grinned. Why would I refuse money being offered to me? It's settled, then.
30:24Good, Lupin said with a nod, though his expression remained solemn.
30:29Wait here, Kyle said. He set down his suitcase, opened it, and stepped inside.
30:35Lupin instinctively took a step back, the memory of Kyle's suitcase bringing back a moment of vivid
30:41unease. He recalled how, during a full moon last year, Kyle had pulled out Devil's Snare to subdue
30:48him as a werewolf. The encounter had left him bedridden in the hospital wing for days.
30:54Glancing towards Sirius, Lupin narrowed his eyes accusingly.
30:57What's that look for? Sirius asked, bewildered as he emerged from the shack.
31:04I haven't done anything. By the way, where's Kyle?
31:09In the suitcase, Lupin replied irritably.
31:12And don't make any comments, or I might just hex you for good measure.
31:17Sirius muttered something under his breath, looking thoroughly confused.
31:21A few minutes later, Kyle reappeared, carrying a smaller suitcase in one hand and a squirming,
31:27squawking Niffler in the other. He wrestled the creature back into the suitcase with considerable
31:32difficulty. It's all here, just as you asked, Kyle said, handing Lupin the smaller suitcase.
31:40Do you want to double check?
31:42No need, Lupin replied, though he couldn't resist opening the case.
31:46Inside was a fortune, a suitcase full of golden galleons, courtesy of an undetectable extension
31:53charm. Lupin's hands trembled as he nearly dropped the case, his doubts dissolving at the
31:58sight. You've been carrying all this around with you? Lupin asked incredulously. Why not leave it at
32:06Gringotts? Why would I pay goblins to keep my gold for me? Kyle said matter-of-factly.
32:12They've got a dragon guarding hundreds of vaults. I've got a dragon guarding one suitcase.
32:19Which sounds safer to you? He grinned. The only problem is this little guy.
32:26He pointed at the Niffler. Its pockets are unbelievable. It's stolen over a thousand
32:32galleons from the dragon's hoard, one coin at a time. I just happened to catch it red-handed
32:38this time. What are you even talking about? And what is that? Sirius asked, stepping closer.
32:47Lupin took a deep breath, closed the suitcase, and turned toward Sirius.
32:52Follow me. We need to talk. Can't we talk here? Harry and Kyle aren't outsiders, Sirius protested.
33:01No. Come with me, Lupin insisted, his tone brooking no argument. Fine, Sirius grumbled,
33:10trailing behind as Lupin led him back into the Shrieking Shack. Hogwarts. I am such a model wizard.
33:18Chapter 555 Can You Go To Madam Pudafoot's Tea Shop?
33:22Harry decided to wait outside the Shrieking Shack for Lupin and Sirius while Kyle collected his
33:27suitcase and left. He soon found Kanna and the others at the three broomsticks, gathered around
33:33a table and drinking butterbeer. Kyle, your class is finished early today.
33:39Kanna asked as he approached. No, Professor Dumbledore's away from the castle today.
33:45I came here with Sirius, Kyle explained. Got it, Kanna replied with a nod.
33:51Want a drink? How about a cold butterbeer? Kyle glanced at the menu inside.
33:59Butterbeer costs sickles, it's too expensive. The table fell silent for a beat.
34:06Kyle, the one who had just lent out 2,500 galleons without hesitation, complaining about
34:11butterbeer prices. Fred, halfway to taking a sip from his mug, froze and blinked at Kyle in disbelief.
34:18Ron, where did you get Polyjuice Potion and Kyle's hair? Fred finally asked, his tone deadpan.
34:27George chimed in without missing a beat. If you're smart, you'll change back quickly,
34:32or find somewhere to hide for two hours. If Kyle finds out, you'll be dragon dung.
34:39Or chomping cabbage fertilizer, Fred added. You know Kyle's temper.
34:44Sure. Kyle gave them an unimpressed look. Do I really seem like some kind of murderous dark lord
34:50to you? Fred shook his head, still playing along. Ron, I have to give you credit. You're putting on
34:58a great act. But you messed up a key detail, George added, smirking. Kyle doesn't just talk about
35:05butterbeer. He drinks it like water. From one glass to the next. Do your research next time.
35:14Kyle folded his arms, his tone dripping with mock indignation. And you too need to work on your act.
35:21When have I ever poured butterbeer like that? Fred raised an eyebrow. Not giving up, huh? Fine,
35:29Kyle. Tell me, what's growing in the flower pot in your suitcase? Mandragora, Kyle replied without
35:37hesitation. The twins froze. George leaned forward, squinting. Wait a second. Are you actually Kyle?
35:47Obviously, Kyle said, rolling his eyes. Fred scratched his head, perplexed. That doesn't make
35:55any sense. Kyle complaining about butterbeer prices. That's like Ron walking into quality
36:02quidditch supplies and buying a firebolt off the shelf. Kanna laughed at the back and forth.
36:09Don't worry, Kyle. I'll buy you one, she said, standing up and heading to the bar.
36:15She returned a moment later with a frosty butterbeer in hand. Thanks, Kyle said, shooting a
36:21glance at Fred and George. Unlike some people, who lost a bet ages ago and were supposed to buy me
36:28butterbeer for life. Funny how short memories can be. That's okay, Kanna said with a smile,
36:35resting her chin in her hand. I'll buy you as many butterbeers as you want. Kyle grinned.
36:42I'll hold you to that.
36:44Mm-hmm, Kanna replied cheerfully. Fred groaned and put his glass down with a thud.
36:51I'm telling you too, don't push it. I feel like I bought fake butterbeer at the three broomsticks.
36:58It's gone sour. I'll buy you twenty butterbeers if it means you'll finally leave,
37:03George muttered. Then you can head over to Madame Poudafoot's.
37:07That's more you're seen. Kyle wrinkled his nose. Absolutely not. That place is tiny and cramped,
37:17and their coffee's as sweet as treacle. No thanks. Exactly, Kanna agreed with a nod.
37:24George sighed dramatically and leaned back in his chair, muttering under his breath,
37:28all I wanted was a pumpkin fizz. Why is this so hard? By the time they stepped out of the three
37:35broomsticks, the sun was high in the sky, signaling noon. Fred and George veered off
37:41toward Zonko's joke shop for another round of browsing, but Kyle and Kanna had little interest
37:46and decided to head straight back to the castle. As they walked along the path, Kyle recounted the
37:52events that had transpired earlier at the Shrieking Shack. 2,500 Galleons.
37:58No wonder you suddenly started acting so thrifty, Kanna remarked, shaking her head in mild disbelief.
38:05Well, I do still have some, Kyle admitted, grinning. But they're stored somewhere,
38:11inconveniently safe. It's a bit of a hassle to retrieve them.
38:16Gringotts. Kanna guessed.
38:20Nope, in the Niffler's pocket, Kyle said, laughing. The little thief runs away from me now like I'm
38:26some kind of predator. Kanna chuckled at the image. Can you blame it? After all that gold was emptied from
38:34its bag, I'd run too. Want me to lend you some, she offered. Kyle shook his head. No need. It's just a temporary
38:44thing. I'll be fine after the Triwizard Tournament, the winner gets 1,000 Galleons. You're that confident
38:52you'll win. Kanna raised an eyebrow. What if you lose to Fleur or Crumb? That's not happening, Kyle said
39:00firmly. Even if it's just for the prize money, I'll win. Kanna smirked. Everyone else is in it for the
39:08glory, but you're here for the gold. It's all the same, isn't it? Kyle waved her comment away
39:15nonchalantly. As they passed through the gates and neared the castle, they spotted a familiar
39:21figure hurtling toward them with boundless energy. Well done, Kyle. Sirius called out, practically
39:28bouncing with joy. I couldn't convince Mooney to stay here for months, and you managed it in half an
39:34hour. I should have brought you along sooner. Have you two talked about it already? Kyle asked.
39:41Do you even need to ask? Sirius replied, grinning ear to ear. Of course I said yes.
39:50I bought the place for Mooney in the first place. He once told me the happiest day of his life was
39:56the first time we all transformed into Animoji and joined him at the Shrieking Shack. James and I
40:01talked after graduation about how, when we had enough money, we'd buy the shack, open a shop,
40:07and give Mooney a job there so he'd have a steady income and a place to live. But. Sirius hesitated,
40:14his expression shifting to something more somber. Well, you know what happened after that. None of
40:21it worked out. But it's not too late to make things right. Sirius's mood quickly brightened again.
40:28I'll head to Gringot's right now and withdraw the money to pay you back. He started toward the gates,
40:34only to be stopped by Kyle's hand on his arm. If you want Lupin to stay, don't do that,
40:40Kyle said, letting go of Sirius's arm and shaking his head. Lupin understands your intentions,
40:46but he'll never accept your money as a gift. That's his bottom line. Think of it as a way to
40:53maintain some dignity in front of his friends. But that's ridiculous. Sirius protested.
40:59Mooney knows I don't care about money. It doesn't matter to me at all. But it matters to him,
41:07Kyle said firmly. If he finds out you helped pay back the loan, he'll leave. No question about it.
41:15Sirius frowned deeply. That's so unnecessary. Maybe. But it's how he feels, Kyle shrugged.
41:24Just trust him to handle it. Do you think he can't manage? Of course he can, Sirius said,
41:31his tone brooking no doubt. Mooney's the smartest of all of us. He'll manage just fine.
41:39Then leave it at that, Kyle said with a satisfied smile. Focus on helping him with what he actually
41:45needs. Renovating the Shrieking Shack after all these years is no small task. Now the fun in this
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