The Witcher: The Journey to Transcendence from Marvel.

Chapter 69: Meeting at the Three Broomsticks

He rubbed his swollen temples. Sirius beside him asked in confusion, "Why are you working so hard? Dumbledore said you're almost stronger than him."

"The mysteries of magic are beyond the comprehension of your dog brain."

Sirius didn't take Wes's ridicule to heart. His mind was now completely focused on the upcoming Christmas, and he was thinking about what gift to give Harry.

It took Harry a long time to recover after being knocked unconscious by the Dementors. After being discharged from the hospital, he was frightened by the Dementors disguised as Draco and others. This made Harry determined to learn the spell to deal with the Dementors.

He knew that Dumbledore and Weiss knew the spell to deal with Dementors, but Dumbledore was too busy, and Harry never found a suitable opportunity to ask for advice.

Wes was not familiar with him, but in order to overcome his fear, Harry mustered up the courage and came to Wes's office.

"Knock~Knock~, Professor Irvine, are you there?" Harry stood outside the door, feeling a little nervous.

When Sirius heard Harry's voice, he immediately swallowed the food in two bites and quickly turned into a big black dog.

"Come in, the door is unlocked."

After getting permission, Harry pushed open the office door. The moment he opened the door, he saw Sirius rushing towards him. "Hey, Black Tiger," Harry touched Sirius affectionately, "Look what I brought you."

Harry took out a piece of steak wrapped in oil paper from his schoolbag: "The steak for lunch today tastes great. I think you will like it."

Sirius smelled the aroma of steak and wagged his tail excitedly. Even though he had only eaten one piece of steak, he finished the steak Harry brought in two or three bites.

While stroking Sirius's tail, Harry cautiously asked Weiss, "Professor Irwin, can you tell me what magic you used to drive away the Dementors?"

"You mean the Patronus Charm?"

"The Patronus?" Harry repeated the alluring name excitedly. "Is that the spell you and the Headmaster used?"

The spectacular scene of Headmaster Dumbledore casting the Patronus Charm on the Quidditch field involuntarily emerged in his mind. The powerful magical force fascinated him.

However, Weiss's next words dampened Harry's expectations.

"Learning the Patronus Charm is difficult and requires a long time and a lot of practice..."

Harry's mood went from anticipation to disappointment, and he buried his head in silence. He had thought he could easily learn this powerful spell, but he hadn't expected it to be so difficult.

Sirius barked anxiously when he saw Harry's disappointed look. He circled around Harry, as if he was standing up for Harry, and seemed to be urging Weiss to find a way to help Harry.

Weiss gave Sirius a light kick, signaling him to calm down.

"I really don't have time," Weiss said, pointing to the pile of books on the table. "But you can ask Professor Lupin. From what I know, Professor Lupin is also good at the Patronus Charm."

Weiss's words made Harry's face turn from worry to joy. He raised his head and looked at Weiss hopefully. "Professor Lupin? Does he really know the Patronus Charm?"

Weiss nodded, "Well, Professor Lupin is very good at this spell. And he has a lot of experience and can teach you how to use the Patronus Charm correctly."

"But Professor Lupin doesn't seem to be in good health..." Lupin was Harry's favorite professor this semester. He remembered Professor Lupin's pale face and weak body.

"Don't worry, I think he will be happy to teach you." Weiss's words made Harry feel a lot more at ease. Although he was still a little nervous, he went to find Lupin happily.

Sirius followed Harry happily. He was a little full from eating, so he went out to move around.
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Soon, the much-anticipated Christmas is approaching. Weiss originally planned to study the voodoo magic he got from Blackbeard in the office, but Dumbledore dragged Weiss to Hogsmeade without explanation.

Because the Dementors were recalled by the Ministry of Magic, Hogsmeade village returned to its former bustling state.

The streets were bustling with people, filled with laughter and joy, and people's faces were filled with festive joy, as if the terrible Dementor invasion had never happened.

The shop windows are newly decorated, colorful lights are flashing, and the Christmas trees are hung with various decorations. Everything looks so warm and harmonious.

Dumbledore took Wes to the Three Broomsticks, where the rich taste and unique aroma of butterbeer were still fresh in Wes's memory.

"Long time no see, Madam Rosmerta." Dumbledore greeted with a smile.

Madam Rosmerta greeted Dumbledore warmly with a kiss on the cheek: "Dumbledore, long time no see." She greeted Dumbledore warmly, as if she had met an old friend after a long separation.

Turning around and seeing Wes, she was a little uncertain, "Are you that very smart Ravenclaw student?" Madam Rosmerta looked at Wes carefully. Over the past few years, Wes's temperament had changed a lot. He was no longer that green student.

"Hello, Mrs. Rosmerta, I have been missing your butterbeer since graduation." Although it was just a polite remark, Mrs. Rosmerta was still very happy.

Dumbledore led Weiss to the private room and instructed, "Fudge will be here soon."

"Oh, what a day it is today," Madam Rosmerta exclaimed dramatically, "The greatest White wizard and the Minister of Magic are meeting in my little shop."

"Maybe they're discussing how to rule the British wizarding world." Dumbledore winked mischievously, and Madam Rosmerta laughed out loud. She knew Dumbledore was joking, but it also made the atmosphere more relaxed.

Whatever Dumbledore and Fudge were discussing, it had nothing to do with her, the tavern owner. Madam Rosmerta smiled and left the private room, leaving Dumbledore and Weiss alone in the room waiting.

Soon, Fudge and his assistant Umbridge came to the private room. As soon as Fudge came in, he began to complain: "You have caused me so much trouble."

"The Dementors brought it upon themselves," Dumbledore retorted mercilessly, "and Sirius's false accusation was a grave mistake on the part of the Ministry of Magic."

Fudge didn't expect Dumbledore to be so disrespectful to him, and his face turned a little ugly.

The Dementors' invasion of the Quidditch pitch completely enraged Dumbledore, and he was no longer so friendly to Fudge, which made Fudge feel a little embarrassed.

It was Umbridge who took over Dumbledore's words and made Fudge feel less embarrassed. With a flattering smile on her face, Umbridge tried to ease the atmosphere and allow the conversation to continue.

She said softly, "Professor Dumbledore, we understand your concerns very well, and Minister Fudge also takes this issue very seriously. We are willing to listen to your suggestions and will take action as soon as possible."

Umbridge's words gave Fudge a chance to breathe, and Dumbledore also slowed down his tone.

Weiss didn't say a word the whole time, just watching Dumbledore and Fudge exchange sharp words and bargain.

He was like a bystander, calmly observing a wonderful chess game.

The argument between Dumbledore and Fudge continued for some time, but eventually they reached some kind of agreement.

The Ministry of Magic will cancel the wanted order for Sirius, but only after Peter Pettigrew is interrogated can Sirius be officially cleared of the charges.

In short, everyone seemed satisfied on the surface.

(End of this chapter)