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Chapter 1755: A War With No Victor (Part 205)
Chapter 1755: A War With No Victor (Part 205)
These words didn't seem like something Kingsley would say.
As Albert watched Kingsley take the podium and address the assembly about the British Werewolf Initiative, he felt something was amiss. There had to be a hidden motive behind Kingsley's actions.
But what was Kingsley's true intention? And how did it relate to his upcoming departure from Britain?
Albert couldn't be bothered to guess.
Moreover, Kingsley might not want others to know his plans.
Everyone had their secrets, didn't they?
Like most who weren't interested, Albert sat in his seat, staring blankly, patiently waiting for the meeting to end without feeling the slightest urge to participate.
Kingsley's speech and proposal didn't convince everyone present, but it did win him a fair number of supporters.
After all, werewolf attacks had always been a headache for magical governments worldwide. Most of the time, the Ministries of Magic could only feign ignorance unless a large-scale attack occurred, causing an uproar in the magical community. Otherwise, even if a werewolf attack happened, the Ministries would rather deal with the injured than the werewolves.
Being bitten by a werewolf meant becoming one, and registering and managing these new werewolves was far easier than dealing with wild ones. It could even be considered a merit.
Kingsley's words and the British Ministry of Magic's current werewolf plan offered a new perspective to everyone, making most realize that to truly address the werewolf issue, they had to take drastic measures. Expecting werewolves to willingly submit to the Ministry's surveillance was out of the question.
As for potential human rights issues, they had never been a significant concern because most wizards wouldn't consider such problems.
Did werewolves even need human rights?
They weren't human anymore, so why bother with rights?
Even if someone raised the banner of human rights, it would likely be an excuse to pursue a hidden agenda.
The biggest issue with Kingsley's proposal was the cost and potential social unrest it might cause.
If pretending to be oblivious could maintain temporary social stability, no one would willingly create unnecessary trouble, especially since doing so would invite werewolf retaliation.
No one wanted to risk a werewolf encounter during a full moon. Still, there were always exceptions, especially in countries plagued by werewolf threats.
So, after the meeting regarding werewolves concluded, several individuals approached Kingsley together, seeking to further understand the feasibility of his plan.
If it could genuinely eliminate the werewolf threat, some would be willing to give it a try.
Kingsley spared no effort in promoting his plan. As for whether exterminating all bad werewolves was too harsh, those who agreed with Kingsley's proposal would show no mercy.
The approach was to be swift, precise, and ruthless, solving the werewolf problem once and for all without leaving any loose ends. But that was obviously unlikely.
Every endeavor had its risks, and the British Ministry of Magic's pioneering werewolf plan held great significance. It could set an example for other countries and provide a practical path for all.
Thus, Kingsley secured substantial investment for the British Ministry's werewolf initiative.
Indeed, a significant investment.
Perhaps, this was Kingsley's intention.
The British Ministry of Magic was in dire need of funds; otherwise, he wouldn't have taken the risk of provoking a third Sprite Rebellion to raise money.
Undoubtedly, Kingsley succeeded.
Many countries invested in Kingsley's Werewolf Initiative, treating it as a large-scale social experiment.
If the British Werewolf Initiative proved successful, with the support of experience and technology, the risks associated with the initiative could be significantly reduced.
"It seems Kingsley has raised quite a sum," Albert privately discussed the matter with Bard, expressing his admiration.
"Did you give him advice?"
"Not exactly. I merely mentioned it in passing, and I never expected him to remember. His success is entirely due to his own abilities," Albert marveled, well aware of the difficulty in convincing others to part with their money.
"Kingsley is indeed an outstanding individual. I hope that during his tenure, the British Ministry of Magic will move in a positive direction."
Everyone had endured enough of Fudge's stupidity and weakness, eagerly anticipating a fresh start.
But would it go as desired?
The following days would likely bring no peace!
The sole meeting on the third day was the primary reason for the early convening of the International Confederation of Wizards Congress.
Due to the previous Wizarding War, some Muggles had become aware of the existence of the Wizarding World. How to better conceal the Wizarding World became the topic of concern for everyone present.
However, after listening intently, Albert realized the matter was not straightforward. From start to finish, there was no clear focus. If he had to summarize, it would be: "Figure it out yourself!"
Each country was responsible for resolving the troubles it had caused. If they couldn't, they could seek assistance from the International Confederation of Wizards, but doing so would undoubtedly come at a cost.
Albert was unsure of the nature of this cost, but judging from Kingsley's expression, it was evident that it wouldn't be something pleasant.
"How do you feel about it?"
After the meeting concluded, Bard asked with a smile.
"It's far from what I expected. It feels even less reliable than the Wizengamot!" Albert spoke frankly, though he was aware of the reason.
"The participants came from all over the world, and the meeting only lasted for three days. It's already good that we managed to reach a conclusion; what more can we expect?" Bard explained softly.
"It feels rather uninteresting. No wonder everyone likes to find their own entertainment." Albert disliked these matters, and he indeed wasn't suited for high-ranking positions.
However, the more challenging part was that immediately after returning, Kingsley summoned him for a meeting.
It was a report!
Although Albert didn't have to take the stage, he had to patiently wait for several hours.
"Thanks to him; otherwise, I wouldn't have known what to do!" Bard whispered to Albert, "If you ever need to lead a team in the future, remember to find someone diligent and responsible. Then, assign the reporting tasks to them. I believe they will be grateful for the opportunity you give them."
"I know someone like that." Albert looked at the confident speaker on stage and suddenly thought of his friend, Percy Weasley.
That guy seemed to be a workaholic as well.
Nevertheless, having such a reliable assistant could indeed save him a lot of trouble.
(End of Chapter)
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