Two hours later, in Austria.
It was a grim and nacing tower.
From a distance, it appeared like an impregnable fortress, a massive structure entirely encased in iron.
The fortress stood atop a cliff, not particularly high, but within several miles of the cliff lay a complete desert.
Other than the occasional dilapidated walls, there was no sign of life.
Only a treacherous mountain road led to the tower.
This cold, somber, and distant tower bore a well-known na in the wizarding world:
Nurngard
Nurngard was a prison, a facility specifically designed for the confinent of Dark Wizards.
Its inception as a prison dates back to almost 1939.
Albus Dumbledore, the most feared Dark Wizard of the century, had been imprisoned within its walls.
Since then, the number of prisoners has dwindled
So had perished, while others had been transferred to various wizarding European prisons.
Yet, the most notorious Dark Wizard remained locked within at the towers pinnacle.
So claid that the place had been abandoned for many years.
However, those on the inside knew better.
This prison operated autonomously without requiring constant supervision.
As long as its creator, Gellert Grindelwald, the most fantastic Wizard of the 20th century, remained alive!
That was sufficient.
Even though it was late at night, the words engraved above Nurngards entrance still faintly glimred:
For the greater good!
However, at the towers summit, a completely different scene unfolded.
Two elderly individuals, their hair gray, sat facing each other before a roaring fire.
One was garbed in tattered clothing, while the other was impeccably dressed.
An old man, frail and weak, and a silver-haired youth, resolute and extraordinary!
One was the most infamous Dark Wizard of the 20th century, while the other was the most revered Wizard of the sa era.
Under normal circumstances, it would be difficult to associate these two Wizards.
They belonged to different worlds.
But now, they engaged in conversation.
Like long-ti friends, casual, ordinary, and unconstrained
And it was Grindelwald who spoke passionately while Dumbledore listened intently.
Before them lay two small wine glasses, a bottle of ad, and a large basket of assorted candies.
Its as simple as that. The Dark Witch, who claims to be the most powerful Dark Witch in British magical history, was easily defeated by ! Grindelwalds voice resounded as he toyed with a silver object in his hand.
If any wizard who knew Grindelwald were present, they would be surprised.
For they would witness the President of the International Confederation of Wizards, the Chief Warlock of the Wizengamot, and the most fantastic Wizard of their ti boasting about recent exploits.
Is that all? However, Albus Dumbledore, with his head lowered, seed sowhat dismissive.
Yes! Grindelwald scoffed coldly. Is my plan not flawless? Arent my thods cunning enough? Do you have a better idea?
You managed to deceive an old Witch who had been imprisoned by rlin for thousands of years! Dumbledore still did not lift his gaze. Were I in her position, I could find at least six or seven loopholes.
Its precisely because she has been imprisoned by rlin for thousands of years and has lost the dignity of a true Wizard that I had the confidence to handle her in that manner! Grindelwald didnt take offense, calmly explaining his rationale.
So, Gellert, Hogwarts ans nothing to you! Dumbledore suddenly raised his head, his voice filled with coldness.
You disregard the lives of Hogwarts students. You exposed them to extre danger for such a long ti, treating them as re tools to achieve your goals For you, their lives and deaths are nothing more than bargaining chips. Dumbledore said furiously.
Grindelwald fell silent for a mont.
Then, he stood up, raising his head with pride. Albus, wouldnt you have made the sa choice?
Of course not! Dumbledore replied categorically.
Grindelwald retorted unceremoniously, If you were in my position, do you think you wouldnt expose students to extre danger? Do you believe you wouldnt use them as tools to accomplish your goals? Do you think you wouldnt trade their lives for greater benefits?
This ti, Dumbledore fell silent.
At the very least, I wouldnt disregard the lives and deaths of Hogwarts students! After a monts pause, Dumbledore retorted.
I didnt disregard their lives and deaths! Grindelwald sneered coldly. If the old Witch truly intended to kill the two first-year children, I would have acted preemptively!
Dumbledore lowered his head once more.
He knew Grindelwald spoke the truth.
We are of the sa kind, Albus, Grindelwald continued. We have always been of the sa kind
We were never of the sa kind! Dumbledore firmly denied without hesitation.
Why do you persistently deny this fact? Grindelwalds spirits suddenly waned, and he sat on the ground.
Forty-seven years, Albus I have kept you here for forty-seven years Forty-seven years should have been enough ti for you to understand, Grindelwald sighed.
I have considered it thoroughly from beginning to end! Dumbledore reaffird.
It seems you still refuse to give up Grindelwald sighed.
He picked up the ad from the ground and poured a glass for both himself and Dumbledore.
Dumbledore wasted no ti in drinking it.
Lets discuss a lighter topic!
Grindelwald also downed his glass of ad.
A lighter topic? Dumbledore didnt seem particularly interested.
Yes Grindelwald nodded. Sothing quite fascinating During my recent visit to Hogwarts, I encountered a truly intriguing individual
As Grindelwald spoke, pouring wine, he appeared entirely at ease.
It was evident that he was unsuspecting.
Albus Dumbledore, on the other hand, was different.
A glimr flickered in the corners of his weathered eyes.
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