LRAB Chapter 118 The Missing House-Elf
Chapter 118 The Missing House-Elf
In addition to these, the Malfoy family also has industries in normal society, but they are all related to geology and archaeology. Of course, this is all done in the name of an agent. After all, the policy issued by the Ministry of Magic prohibits wizards and Muggles. Conflicts of interest arise.
It seems that they are also grateful for the origin of magic power, Erwin thought.
After all, the locations of the two Dragon's Rest Sanctuary are public.
Lucius Malfoy himself is not known for his magical power, but he is trying his best to expand his influence in the British magical world. He has been able to influence the appointment of some positions in the Ministry of Magic, and this time the conspiracy against Dumbledore is also part of his plan.
It seems that this guy wants to be a godfather.
Erwin didn't move his face, and quickly wrote down what Dobby said. He was really eye-opening, and he had a preliminary understanding of the network of interests in the wizarding world.
There are three main members of the so-called Malfoy family, Mr. and Mrs. Lucius and their son. It is hard to understand why Mr. Lucius and his ancestors did not want to spread more branches and leaves, but this should be due to the limited production of shadow lily of the valley for the sake.
Dobby revealed a piece of news to Erwin, that is, those so-called pure-blood families actually need the Shadow Lily of the Valley, and they need to use it from the birth of their offspring until they show their magical talent.Every newborn consumes an astonishing amount of shadow lily of the valley.
Therefore, the inheritance of these ancient families is very difficult, and often each generation is a single seedling.Among the relatively well-known wizarding families in the entire British wizarding world, only the Weasley family can give birth to babies one after another without any scruples.
And they also happen to be non-purity supporters, and members of their family don't mind intermarrying Muggle-born wizards.
That is to say, these families occupying the top resources of the British wizarding world are actually not strong in blood, so that they occupy the most resources, and the performance of their offspring is not outstanding compared to young wizards of the same age.
Erwin suddenly understood the circumstances under which the theory of pure blood was born.
"You see, this is the situation." Riddle said, with teasing in his tone, "Actually, you only need to think about it carefully, and you will understand why they advocate the theory of pure blood—to cover up their own weakness. They are afraid Can't maintain their current status, afraid of being replaced, because there are too many excellent Muggle-born and half-blood wizards. They have to try their best to show that they are nobler than those mudbloods, so as to appear worthy of their current wealth and status .”
"Isn't this a vicious circle? Because to maintain the theory of pure blood, it is impossible for them to intermarry with wizards from non-pure blood families, and the bloodline cannot be improved." Erwin felt that it was ridiculous.
"Maintaining the status quo is their purpose, after all, they are the ones with vested interests."
"Unfortunately, with the continuous absorption of Muggle-born wizards, the concept of the entire British wizarding society is gradually deviating from the pure-blood theory." Erwin showed a mocking smile, "Everyone is not a fool, the so-called pure-blood family There have been no outstanding figures in decades or hundreds of years, so where is their nobility?"
"Exactly." Riddle also smiled, with disdain.
"So, 'you' can get strong support from these pure-blood families just by announcing that you support the pure-blood theory and concealing your half-Muggle blood?" Erwin changed the topic.
Riddle was silent for a while, "That's right, this is indeed something 'I' will do, if I want to become the ruler of the wizards of England, I will indeed do it."
People have different thoughts and behaviors at different stages of life, so from the 16-year-old Riddle, we can only roughly speculate on Voldemort's behavior.
In other words, the main contradiction in the British wizarding world is not the racial contradiction between pure blood and non-pure blood, but the class contradiction between pure blood families and ordinary wizards who occupy the main interests.
The essence of the power of the Malfoy family is not only Lucius and Brother Drag and his son, there are several not so powerful families beside them, the typical ones are Crabbe and Goyle.
The current Ministry of Magic is just a product of conflict neutralization. The mainstream consciousness does not agree with the pure-blood theory. The open policy is to support the absorption of Muggle-born wizards. Stupid policies, and pure blood wizards tend to be more likely to occupy high positions.
This government is gradually becoming corrupt and incompetent.
Erwin also noticed that there seems to be no mainstream way to directly increase the strength of blood vessels.
The main function of the dragon's blood extract is to consume it as substantial mana. Its daily use is not only to make red dragon's blood or other types of mana recovery potions, but also to recharge regular rune items with substantial mana. .
Basically no one would drink it directly, except for a kid who had limited cognition a year ago because he just entered the magic world,
And the Shadow Lily of the Valley itself can only ensure that the blood can be developed, instead of being exhausted with age.The magic awakening potion will also use a little of this precious medicinal material, neither of which has the function of increasing the upper limit of the bloodline, they can only ensure that the bloodline itself can be developed more effectively.
This means that the Red Dragon Type I in Erwin's hands is likely to be a unique blood potion made by combining blood magic and the ancient black magic provided by Riddle.
Because although it can only be produced by himself at present, it is indeed possible to mass-produce it.
It can not only be used to recruit people and establish influence, Erwin's structure is of course just like this, and he now realizes that it is a key.
A key to break the status quo of British magical society and subvert the inherent pure-blood class.
Of course, only the Red Dragon Type I still has some shortcomings. Judging from the effects on Filch, the effect of improving bloodlines is not very obvious.
But this is only the first generation version.
Purity is essentially a backwardness that hinders the entire wizarding society, resulting in a group of pure-blood families that monopolize high-level resources. The cause of opposing pure-blood families and pure-bloodism is just!
It would be nice to be able to do what is just.
Erwin was serious as if a black flame was burning, and Dobby, who was sitting opposite him, couldn't help shivering. He had seen this kind of flame called ambition several times on the former owner Lucius.
Of course, he also knew that the boy in front of him was fundamentally different from his former master.
Dobby's testimony was all recorded, and there was a thick stack of parchment. Erwin was quite satisfied. This information was essentially a kind of strategic material.
It's not in vain to spend so much effort to capture and rescue this ugly little guy in front of him.
"Now, Dobby, you are completely free." Erwin said to him in a brisk tone, "Do you mind if I make a copy of these materials and give them to Professor Dumbledore?"
The house elf nodded again and again, "Dobby knows that Lord Dumbledore is a great man!"
"That's right, with these things, the principal can take the initiative to counter the Malfoy family's conspiracy, and it's all thanks to you."
Although some doubted whether Dumbledore really needed the information, Erwin still praised Dobby without hesitation, and the simple-minded house elf was very happy.
After all, it is impossible to rely on the testimony of a house-elf to sue the Malfoy family, not to mention that Lucius Malfoy also has a seat in the Wizengamot wizarding court, so who would dare to sue the Malfoy family? Sue the officer?Erwin's own idea is better to hold it in his hands now, maybe one day it will become a bargaining chip in negotiations with the Malfoy family.
Of course, this is still up to Dumbledore to decide. After all, Erwin is only a 13-year-old Hogwarts second-year student. There should be the concept of legal capacity in wizard law. He is now an adult wizard. enjoy.
In normal society, a kid at this age can only study hard.
"In addition, I used a little trick. Drago Malfoy won't remember seeing you, let alone realize that he liberated you."
Dobby's large eyes filled with tears. "Thank you, sir," he said in a trembling voice.
In fact, the main purpose of erasing Brother Yan's memory is to prevent himself from being caught in the fire. To Dobby, it doesn't make a big difference, but it doesn't prevent him from speaking as if he was thinking about this little elf.
"I suggest you find a place to hide first. After the limelight dies down in two months, you should be free to move about, as long as you don't call yourself Dobby or use a fake name, or say you're free. "
In the eyes of most wizards, the house elves look the same, and they are completely indistinguishable, but if they find out that this elf is free, they will be so different.
"Are you telling Dobby to lie? House elves are not supposed to lie..."
"But you have already gained freedom, and you have done the most outrageous behavior that other house elves think, so why should you care about lies for your own safety?" Erwin smiled slightly, "Being able to lie is also a kind of freedom. the embodiment of it, isn't it?"
Dobby was dumbfounded, he understood what "beginning of depravity" is.
"Oh, by the way, do you have any plans in the future? What are you going to do?" Erwin asked again caringly.
Dobby blinked his big eyes in confusion, which showed that he hadn't thought about it at all.
"Otherwise, you can consider working for me?" Erwin smiled kindly, as if it was a good idea.
A little guy with advanced intelligence, who can talk, and who has decent magical powers and can apparate at will!Even if it's just as a messenger, isn't it the perfect owl?
As long as Dobby nodded yes, Erwin felt that he could go back and stew Saby's stupid bird immediately.
However, the house elf was very wary, "Do you want Dobby to recognize you as master?" His expression changed.
Erwin immediately realized that he hadn't expressed clearly, "Of course not, what I mean is that I hope to hire you to work for me." He explained patiently.
"Employment?" Dobby relaxed again, he had just planned to Apparate away directly.
"To put it simply, I may need your help to do something. You can choose to accept it or not. If you accept it, I will reward you in the form of gold coins after the work is completed."
In fact, from a selfish point of view, Erwin really hopes to have an elf who completely obeys his orders. This servant race is indeed quite easy to use.But forget it Dobby, this guy has a free heart.
"But what's the use of Dobby asking Jialong?"
"Good question." Erwin thought about the feasibility of a house-elf using Gallon in wizarding society, "The best way should be to pretend that you are in the name of the master, so you should be able to buy it in any store." items for public sale.”
He gave the most reasonable advice.
But this suggestion didn't seem to satisfy the elf very much.
"Dobby doesn't want to be paid." He shook his head. "To be paid is to work. Mr. Erwin asks Dobby to help in the name of a friend. It's okay. Dobby needs to work, no!"
Good guy, I have a physical rejection of work.
Erwin didn't comment on his thoughts either, "Then thank you in advance, Dobby."
He stood up, "I don't suggest you stay in Hogwarts, let alone in the kitchen. After all, according to your former master, you disappeared in Hogwarts. He will definitely give priority to investigating here." He reminded.
Dobby wasn't stupid, he understood immediately, and nodded gratefully.
"Do you have somewhere to go? If not..."
"Dobby is going to walk around, don't worry, Dobby won't make contact with anyone or house-elves, and won't tell anyone Dobby's name."
"That's good." Erwin didn't force it.
Lucius Malfoy would be furious at the loss of such a right-hand man, after all Dobby even knew what color underwear he was wearing.
"Would you like to meet your good friend Harry Potter?" Erwin finally suggested: "Now that you are free, you should be able to clarify the previous misunderstanding with him."
The light in Dobby's eyes flickered for a moment, then he shook his head slightly, "It's better for Dobby not to bother Harry Potter, he must be very angry with Dobby."
After bowing respectfully to Erwin, Dobby disappeared in the smoke from the Apparation.
"If I were you, I would grab it directly and forcibly put a slave contract on it." Riddle said.
"This is the difference between us, some things have a bottom line." Erwin responded lightly.
"Hypocritical." Riddle commented mercilessly.
A few days later, the Pancake Pan sneaks up to tell Erwin that Professor Snape has conducted a screening of the Hogwarts kitchens.
All the Hogwarts elves were silent because Erwin had anticipated it, and Cookie, the chef, had ordered it ahead of time.
Snape's screening was very sloppy, and he was completely coping. He didn't ask any elves, so naturally he found nothing.
Or he didn't intend to find anything at all.