This Hogwarts isn't normal.

It would take time to persuade Shafiq and the others to join forces, and before establishing a new brand, Sirius had no intention of making life easy for the Malfoy family.

In a simple contest of financial resources, the Black family would not lose to anyone.

On Wednesday morning, the Daily Prophet had another big story.

"'The Growth History of Hogwarts Champion'?" Ron looked at the newspaper in his hand with a puzzled expression. "Isn't this going to praise Malfoy again?"

Harry picked up the newspaper that the owl had just placed on the table. "Definitely not. My godfather specifically told me to take a good look at today's news. He must have made a move."

The headline was unremarkable, but the content of the article was a bit explosive.

"As the sole heir of the Malfoy family, Draco Malfoy's first action upon entering Hogwarts was to build a good relationship with Harry Potter.

But after a month, he completely changed his attitude..."

It wasn't that explosive, it just stated some of the things Draco had done as they were.

For example, the reason for establishing the Black Swan Club, how he got into the Quidditch team, and what he usually does at school.

The entire page of 'Growth History' implied that Draco had a rich father, and coupled with the fact that the headmaster had a good relationship with his father, he could be said to walk sideways at school.

The article once again detailed the Triwizard Tournament at the end, repeating the part where the Goblet of Fire selected three champions three times.

Combined with the above content, it was a clear implication.

Lucius Malfoy, this rich, powerful, and influential father, probably used some shady means to predetermine his precious son Draco as the fourth champion.

"That's nonsense!"

Harry and Ron looked towards the Slytherin table in unison.

Draco, who had been like a pile of mud yesterday, turned red in the face and tore the newspaper in his hand to pieces with all his strength, as if in a final burst of energy.

The falling pieces of shredded paper seemed to symbolize his fragile little heart.

After tearing the newspaper, he limply lay back in his chair, as if he would close his eyes at any moment.

Harry shrugged at Ron and continued to eat breakfast with a bright smile.

Today's toast was really delicious, and the blueberry jam was especially sweet.

In the following days, the Daily Prophet went crazy reporting Draco's past.

Such as 'bullying' two Muggle-born students on the train, deliberately asking a student to duel in the trophy room, instructing his followers to throw dungbombs in the Charms class, and deliberately damaging flying broomsticks during flying lessons. Each day, one event was reported in detail.

Vincent, as the biggest 'victim,' almost laughed like a pig while eating breakfast every day.

Sirius was really too损 (sǔn - mean/mischievous). This move completely disarmed the Malfoy father and son.

But soon, Lucius's counterattack came.

He directly spent money to buy an entire page of the Daily Prophet just to publish a statement.

"To the people of the magical world,

Hello, I am Lucius Malfoy, the current head of the Malfoy family.

Regarding some rumors that have been circulating recently, I would like to make a special statement here:

First, I am very concerned about the future development of the magical world and have donated countless funds and teaching aids to Hogwarts. Therefore, the claims that I condone my son and repeatedly target certain students at Hogwarts are all nonsense.

Second, the Malfoy family has always had strict family education. My son has high moral character and would never take the initiative to bully classmates.

Third, my son has shown extremely high Quidditch talent since he was a child. He entered the school team through fair and just selection, and I have always supported young people in developing in many ways. Donating flying broomsticks is the best proof.

Fourth, the Malfoy family is just a relatively old pure-blood wizarding family. It does not have any so-called 'privileges,' nor is it as powerful as the rumor-mongers claim.

Fifth, the Triwizard Tournament has always been personally selected by the Goblet of Fire. I don't know why there are four champions this year. Perhaps the Goblet of Fire has its own ideas and believes that there are four students qualified this year, but no matter what the truth is, I can guarantee with my personality that I have never used my wealth to bribe anyone. There is no trickery in Draco being selected as a champion. Everything is the Goblet of Fire's own choice.

The statement ends here. I would also like to sincerely say to everyone: Please stop spreading rumors.

The rumor-mongers have ulterior motives and intend to slander the Malfoy family, which is dedicated to the peace and stability of the magical world. The eyes of the masses are sharp, and I believe everyone will be able to think rationally and resist these rumors that intend to destroy the Malfoy family.

Finally, I have some words to say to the rumor-mongers:

Please immediately stop spreading any false rumors. The magical world has become smoggy because of your existence.

The Malfoy family never bows to dark forces. We will strike hard against anyone who attempts to undermine the stability and peace of the magical world.

If there are any who are obsessed with their ways, I guarantee that I will use all the resources of the family, including but not limited to legal means.

Please everyone do well for yourselves. Thank you for your cooperation."

This statement amused many people.

It sounded high-sounding, but who doesn't know the Malfoy family's virtues?

A clarification statement? No, it's a confession!

The next day, Sirius's counterattack came.

He successfully persuaded old Shafiq and the others and publicly reported Lucius for embezzling charitable funds in the Daily Prophet.

At least three charity fundraising events a year, how many Galleons would that be?

Lucius naturally clarified the matter through the newspaper as soon as possible, and stated that each charity fundraising event was jointly organized by him and the Ministry of Magic, and there was no embezzlement of any kind.

The Ministry of Magic, especially the Ministry of Magic led by Fudge...

Everyone knew what was going on, but no one dared to put things on the surface.

However, Sirius dared.

On Saturday, he led old Shafiq and the others into the Ministry of Magic aggressively, demanding that Fudge must produce proof of where all the charitable funds went.

Where else could the charitable funds go, either in Fudge's pocket or in the Malfoy family's vault.

What could Fudge do? Of course, he pretended to be confused.

"Please rest assured, everyone, I will definitely give you an explanation as soon as possible."

After sending Sirius and the others away, Fudge turned around and returned to his office with a dark face.

His 'old friend' Lucius was usually quite shrewd, so how could he suddenly cause such a big problem?

He knew Sirius's character. Although he was a bit impulsive, irritable, and didn't follow the rules too much, as long as you didn't actively provoke him, he was usually a pretty easygoing person.

"So..." Fudge understood, his old friend must have offended Sirius somewhere.

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