From Azkaban

The sudden situation made the Weasley family focus their attention on the mouse, and the mouse, which was originally half asleep and half awake, became completely awake, struggling and screaming in the air.

"Banban!"

Looking at the struggling mouse, Ron screamed and was about to rush forward to take it back, but was stopped by Locke.

"Just be patient, little Ron. This guy is not simple."

When Molly and Arthur heard Locke's words, their faces changed. They didn't think Locke was the kind of person who would joke, nor did they think that Locke would make a mistake. The most important thing was that Locke used a term to refer to people.

This huge amount of information reminded the two of them of something, and they both reached out and held Ron down.

"Narcissa, notify Sirius to come over and tell him to hurry up."

Seeing this, Locke smiled slightly and spoke something in a normal volume. His voice traveled a long distance and rang clearly in Narcissa's ears.

"Yes sir, I will contact Sirius right away."

Hearing the voice, Narcissa immediately stood up, motioned for Draco to stay alone for a while, and quickly left the study.

Volume 1: Chapter 72: Bojin.blog

In Knockturn Alley, in Borgin and Burke's wizardry shop, Sirius, Lupin and Lucius were standing in the narrow shop, one in front and two behind.

Just now, the three people's "friendly" communication successfully convinced the owner of the Bogin & Burke shop, Bogin & Burke.

There's no way around it. As the largest store of dark magic items in Knockturn Alley, Lucius attaches different importance to it than to other black shops.

Considering that the black magic items here are of considerable value, and in order to prevent them from being affected and damaged in the cleansing operation the day after tomorrow, Lucius decided to take them down before starting the operation.

Faced with the arrival of Lucius and a group of Death Eaters, Borgin and Burke were naturally very panicked. After all, Lucius was not counted, and the other Death Eaters should normally still be in Azkaban.

But now these guys are all out, and they are mixed up with Lucius again. Borgin and Burke immediately understood what this means.

Although he was wondering why there was no news outside, Borgin and Burke still decisively told Lucius that he would be loyal to the Dark Lord.

Just when Borgin and Burke were thinking that this matter should just pass like this, and all he had to do was protect himself and wait for the storm to pass so that he could continue to run his own shop afterwards, Lucius' words gave him a heavy blow.

When Borgin and Burke first heard Lucius say that they were no longer following Voldemort, but were all serving a new lord and following a new goal, he was very surprised, but that was just surprise, after all, he didn't care who he served.

But Lucius's next words made him unable to sit still, because Lucius announced that Knockturn Alley had been favored by his new master, who would control the entire Knockturn Alley and establish a new order for it.

As the most famous and largest shop for dark magic items in Knockturn Alley, Borgin and Burke's would naturally be the first to be placed under the command of that adult.

Of course Borgin and Burke would never agree to Lucius's arrangement. After all, his shop was everything to him, it was his lifeblood.

But Lucius only announced the notice to him instead of asking for his opinion, so looking at the expressionless former Death Eaters, Borgin and Burke finally chose to accept Lucius' "good intentions".

"Mr. Blogger, please be prepared. The Lord will come to Knockturn Alley the day after tomorrow. Before that, please don't do anything to embarrass us."

Looking at the hunched figure in front of him, Lucius leaned on his cane with a smile on his face. During the time he spent with Locke, he also learned something and realized that he could no longer maintain his previous attitude towards people.

After all, he will follow the master to do great things in the future. Such an arrogant attitude will not be good for the master's career. Besides, hasn't the master been polite to everyone? How can a servant like him be so arrogant?

"Of course, of course, don't worry, I will stay here and not do anything."

Of course Borgin and Burke knew what Lucius meant. Mainly because Lucius did not avoid him when he arranged for people to guard the surrounding area, so he knew that he would not be able to escape.

"Yeah, very good..."

Looking at Borgin Boklusius who was cooperating, he nodded. At this moment, a man opened the door and walked into the house.

"Lucius, your wife sent a message that the Lord has summoned Sirius back, and has specifically instructed him to hurry up."

Hearing this, Sirius, who was standing behind Lucius, immediately turned to look at the member of parliament who made the announcement.

"Jageson, did Narcissa say what it was?"

"No, Narcissa doesn't know either. She just received orders from her lord."

The member shook his head. Hearing him say that, Lupin and Lucius both frowned, subconsciously wondering if something had happened.

Thinking of this, Lupin and Lucius pondered for a while, then looked at each other with inexplicable tacit understanding, and Lucius looked at Sirius.

"Sirius, let's go back together, three of us. Jugson, tell everyone to keep an eye on the situation here."

"it is good"

Sirius did not refuse Lucius' arrangement, and the three of them walked out of the shop in a hurry, took out their wands at the same time, and disappeared in Knockturn Alley with a Disapparation.

"Oh!"

Three explosions sounded almost at the same time, and the next moment, as the leaves on the ground were stirred up, Sirius and the other two appeared outside Malfoy Manor.

"Walk"

The gate automatically opened when it sensed Lucius's return. Lucius threw away his cloak, which was a little messy due to his movement, and walked quickly into the manor with his cane.

Meanwhile, inside the manor, after Narcissa spread the news, she rushed to the hall as soon as possible, thinking that Locke might need manpower.

"Knock, knock, knock~ My Lord, I am Narcissa."

The magically amplified sound echoed through the hall and reached the ears of the Weasley family, who were now concentrating their attention on the mouse in the air.

The next moment, as the door of the hall slowly opened, Narcissa walked quickly into the hall and immediately saw the Weasley family and Locke standing opposite each other.

"grown ups"

Narcissa walked quickly to the side of the Weasleys, glanced at the mouse, and then saluted Locke.

"Well, has Sirius been notified?"

"The adults have been notified. Sirius should be on his way back now."

Hearing Narcissa's words, Locke nodded, then shifted his gaze back to the mouse in front of him.

"Animagus is such a magical thing, it can transform so thoroughly."

Just when Narcissa arrived, Locke had already talked to the Weasley family and told them bluntly that the mouse was an Animagus wizard.

When the Weasley family heard Locke's answer, they were all extremely shocked, even the Weasleys who had already made some guesses in their minds.

As for why he didn't change back to his original form even after Locke had exposed Peter Pettigrew, it was not because he wanted to fight to the death, but because his consciousness had been controlled by Locke.

Consciousness collapse, a small magic developed by Locke from the Imperius Curse, can make the consciousness of the caster collapse uncontrollably, completely unable to concentrate, and maintain a confused and absent-minded state.

This is a range magic. Once cast, all targets within the attack range will be affected.

"ANIMAGUS!"

Hearing Locke's words, Narcissa looked at the seemingly unconscious rat in the air with surprise.

Just as Narcissa was surprised, the three people who had rushed back after receiving the news also arrived at the door of the hall and walked into the hall through the open door.

"Sir, you are looking for me"

Sirius, who was walking in the front, walked forward hurriedly. As soon as he finished speaking, he saw the mouse floating in front of Locke.

Volume 1: Chapter 73: Squeezing out Value

"........................."

Sirius's pace slowed down little by little. Looking at the familiar-looking mouse, his eyes narrowed little by little, and his expression gradually became serious.

Sirius stared at Peter Pettigrew, not daring to confirm directly, but his heartbeat began to accelerate involuntarily.

"Don't look at it. It's just what you think. This guy is an Animagus. And judging from his soul, he has an old face. Don't you think so, Mr. Peter Pettigrew?"

Seeing Sirius coming, Locke no longer controlled Peter Pettigrew. He moved his fingers slightly and threw him in front of Sirius.

"Oh!"

The mouse grew rapidly the moment it landed on the ground. By the time it touched the ground, it had turned into a dirty man with a rat-like appearance and half a finger missing from his right palm.

"Peter..." Looking at the person falling in front of him, Sirius' expression became distorted and angry uncontrollably, and his breathing became heavier little by little.

"Peter!"

Unlike Sirius, although Lupin already knew through Sirius's own confession that Peter Pettigrew was the traitor, he was still more surprised when he suddenly saw him.

"Peter Pettigrew!"

The rest of the people were very surprised to see that the mouse was actually the "dead man" who was once considered a hero.

"Sir, let me do it myself..."

Sirius looked at Peter Pettigrew, who was gradually getting up from the ground with a face full of fear and fear. He had the wand in his hand without knowing when, and made a request to Locke with slightly trembling lips.

"I don't mind, but I think our Mr. Peter Pettigrew might be able to play one last role before he dies."

Locke's words made Sirius react immediately. Yes, Pettigrew could die, but he definitely could not die as a hero.

"you!"

Sirius raised his wand and hit Peter Pettigrew's forehead hard. The huge force almost knocked Peter Pettigrew over.

"Tell me! Tell me everything you did and your betrayal!"

Sirius's roaring voice echoed in the hall. Seeing him like this, Peter Pettigrew ignored the pain on his forehead and raised his hands tremblingly.

"Sirius, I..."

Peter Pettigrew wanted to quibble, but looking at Sirius's eyes which were gradually turning red, he could hardly utter a word. In the end, he could only look to Lupin for help.

Seeing Peter Pettigrew looking at him, Lupin closed his eyes uncomfortably and turned his head.

"Look at me! Look into my eyes!"

Seeing Peter Pettigrew's actions, Sirius suddenly increased the strength of his hand holding the wand. Peter Pettigrew, whose forehead was intensifying with pain, quickly looked back at Sirius.

“What… is this…?”

At this moment, the Weasley family standing aside were almost dizzy. They felt as if they had eaten a big melon, but they just didn't understand what this melon was.

"Well, Mr. Peter Pettigrew, please meet Sirius's request and tell him everything he wants to hear."

At this time Locke spoke, he looked at Peter Pettigrew, and the magic contained in his voice was transmitted into Peter Pettigrew's mind, making him involuntarily say out everything that was suppressed in his heart.

As he spoke, everyone present clearly understood the betrayal that happened that year.

"It turns out that he was the one who betrayed!"

Arthur was shocked when he saw Peter Pettigrew, who was lying on the ground with his hands raised with a look of regret and fear, and was begging for mercy tremblingly, wanting Sirius to let him go.

"Well, very good, Lucius, take this to Professor Snape."

Locke raised his hand and a small silver ball floated in front of Lucius. He recorded the entire process.

"I'll deliver it right away."

Although he wanted to stay and watch, after hearing what Locke had arranged, Lucius did not dare to delay. He picked up the ball and turned to leave the hall.

"Well, there's no problem now. He has used up all his value. I leave it to you, Sirius."

Hearing Locke's words, Sirius, who had long been unable to contain himself, gave Peter Pettigrew a cruel smile, and the next moment he attacked without hesitation, not giving him any time to beg for mercy.

"Heart-breaking and bone-cutting!"

"Heart-breaking and bone-cutting!"

Red lightning representing the Unforgivable Curse and anger burst out from Sirius's wand and fell continuously on Peter Pettigrew.

"Ah~~~~!"

The moment he was cursed, Peter Pettigrew fell to the ground with his body twisted and stiff, twitching, and his miserable screams echoed throughout the hall.

“It’s a bit noisy”

Locke thought the screams were a bit noisy. The next moment, Peter Pettigrew's voice disappeared instantly. Everyone only saw him open his mouth, but no sound came out.

The Weasley family, who had already seen it, immediately realized that this was Locke's work. Then, before everyone could react, they saw Locke shoot two silver-white rays of light at Peter Pettigrew.

"Sir, what are you doing?"

Lupin spoke in confusion upon seeing this, and even Sirius, who was about to continue, stopped what he was doing and looked at Locke.

"Nothing much, just strengthening his mental toughness and soul strength so that he can hold on longer."

Locke's calm words made everyone except Sirius feel nervous, and they all swallowed their saliva at the same time.

"Thank you, sir!"

As for Sirius, he thanked Locke from the bottom of his heart. The next moment, Cruciatus fell on Peter Pettigrew again.

"Gudong!"

Looking at Peter Pettigrew, who was lying on the ground and looked extremely painful, the Weasley family and Narcissa Luping were a little frightened.

Although they believed that Locke would not normally do such a thing, Locke's methods were still frightening.