Without any hesitation, Connor gave his answer.

"Actually, I think the Ministry of Magic is the root of the problem more than the Board of Directors...... After all, no matter what, considering the operation of the school, the board of directors would never want the house to be completely shut down because of this matter, even if there is an interest appeal, it is nothing more than to want you to stay away from the school for a while, but the Ministry of Magic is different, for the whole of Hogwarts, they are actually outsiders. ”

As for why I say this, it is because as the only school in the wizarding world in the United Kingdom and even in the surrounding area, Hogwarts itself enjoys a very high voice.

And with the strongest wizard in the world as the headmaster, not even the Ministry of Magic can put its hand into the school.

Not just the students, but also the property that belongs to the school itself – such as the Forbidden Forest.

"Leaving aside the things Voldemort himself wanted to do, if the Ministry of Magic was involved, the whole school would inevitably cause a lot of chickens and dogs."

It's really something that's entirely on the table.

Even if you don't discuss the so-called entanglement of interests, and simply treat the Ministry of Magic as an impartial law enforcement agency, then the Forbidden Forest will not be able to get around.

"Even if you go through the normal handling procedures, then these invading werewolves will inevitably be dealt with, and the werewolves in the Forbidden Forest who have almost given up their human and wizard identities will also be caught."

"You think the Ministry of Magic would do such a thing?"

"What does the principal think? I'm talking about justice on my side, and it's clear that this isn't going to be the way it is going to be – it's going to get worse. ”

Connor said calmly.

"I found werewolf cubs in that forest...... They are real wolves, the heirs of the full moon born to the werewolves when the full moon went crazy, they are human, have beautiful fur, and even have a strong resistance to magic, and I think that alone will drive countless wizards crazy. ”

“……”

"I have good reason to believe that wizards ...... Or that all humans will come like sharks that smell blood, and they may not care about the oil and water, but they will definitely take a bite...... It's worth the bite. ”

"So in order to avoid this, I have to set an example."

The Headmaster's words silenced Connor.

He knew that Dumbledore's words themselves represented agreement.

At this moment, Connor could clearly see a trace of tiredness in Dumbledore's face.

Maybe it's because it's too late, or maybe it's because the burden on his shoulders is a little heavy, and the old principal's body is a little thin.

He was still tall in his chair, but for some reason, Connor felt more like he was curled up in that chair.

"Headmaster?"

He couldn't help but ask.

The headmaster laughed, as if the silence had been all an illusion.

"Connor."

He called softly, and there was a kind of sincerity under the lenses of the half moon.

"I have a request."

There was no commanding attitude, let alone a commanding tone, and the great white wizard even lowered his posture and put the 11-year-old child in front of him in a position equal to himself.

“…… What can be said. ”

Comparing the ages and experiences of the two parties, Connor couldn't help but shudder.

"Anyway, I will definitely stay in school during this time...... I don't have anywhere else to go anyway. ”

"I told you that I was hiding something in the hallway next to the fourth floor."

"Well, Voldemort looks like he wants those."

"Yes, because it's the Philosopher's Stone."

"Philosopher's Stone...... Is it the Philosopher's Stone I know? The highest masterpiece of alchemy? ”

"Yes."

"That's it."

Connor nodded slowly, he didn't show any interest or surprise because of this.

Alchemy is interesting, but the attraction of the Philosopher's Stone itself seems to him just as well.

And the only thing that's interesting is probably that thing.

"I've heard that the Philosopher's Stone contains the secret of immortality."

"Immortality is true, immortality is false, I have the privilege of witnessing the mystery of the Philosopher's Stone."

"Oh yes, I remember that the book I borrowed said that Mr. Flamel had helped you with knowledge."

"Yes, that's not much fun for me, I don't have to worry about anything else at all, just immerse myself in the study of the fire dragon."

Dumbledore said with a smile.

Gradually, he seemed to pick up his mischievous attitude again.

"Also, I've heard from Irma that she's been complaining that you're going to try some dangerous magical experiments."

"You should be clear about the specific facts, for me, these so-called experiments themselves are my education, and they are all in the past."

"Yes, the profound mysteries of nature."

Then, the brief pleasantries came to an abrupt end.

The old and the young fell into an eerie silence, as if there was nothing to talk about.

After a while, Connor stretched his waist, and he reopened the topic:

"So, what do you want me to do?"

There was no other beating around the bush, and he asked about this vital matter.

Then, Dumbledore slowly placed a stone on the table.

It was a red, blood-clotted crystal.

It may seem unique, but in fact it is in harmony with everything around it that is difficult to describe in words.

It has never dried up, and it still exudes a unique breath to this day.

"This is the Philosopher's Stone?"

"This is the Philosopher's Stone."

"And you want to give it to me for safekeeping? I'm kind of targeted by him right now. ”

Playing with the stone in his hand, Connor shrugged helplessly.

"I know, so I'll look for an opportunity to put it in that mirror, you've seen it."

"Mirror of Eris?"

"Yes, and when the time comes, I hope you can find a way to take that mirror deep under the trapdoor, and the other teachers have done their arrangement, this is the last step."

Layers of protection?

No, it should be said that the layers of trials are about the same.

"This kind of thing, headmaster, you can do it yourself, right? I remember your amazing shrinking charm, and now, for example, you can swing that mirror over it. ”

"That mirror, it's still useful, and that kid just discovered its existence."

What does that kid mean......

"Is that Harry?"

"Yes, Harry needs to learn to overcome his thoughts, he needs to realize that it is an illusion...... He needs to learn to restrain his desires and put his thoughts into reality. ”

"So, you're really carrying out a kind of cultivation policy."

Connor spoke.

"But what I'm curious about is...... What are the characteristics of Potter? It deserves so much attention from you, Principal, who actually ......"

Connor subconsciously lengthened his tone.

"He's actually pretty ordinary, isn't he?"