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Chapter 336: The Order of Merlin and the Publisher (Third Update)
Chapter 336: The Order of Merlin and the Publisher (Third Update)
"No, I don't want to go to the Ministry of Magic, Remus. We are the best friends. Believe me, everything they say is a lie. I only hid because I was afraid of revenge from the Death Eater remnants. It was Black who was the murderer. He escaped from Azkaban just to kill me."
Originally trembling, Peter Pettigrew's emotions began to collapse when he heard he was to be taken to the Ministry of Magic and sent to Azkaban. He cried and tried to persuade his former friend, Remus, to speak up for him.
He couldn't understand why, when his identity was discovered, he had fled instead of keeping his mouth shut about the truth from years ago.
"Friends? If you hadn't betrayed us, we would have always been the best friends. James and Lily wouldn't have died, and Black wouldn't have been sent to Azkaban. You destroyed everything, and I wish I could kill you with my own hands, you dirty rat!"
Remus's face was pale, and he gritted his teeth as he replied.
Hearing Remus's words, Peter Pettigrew was stunned for a moment, then turned to Ron, pleading:
"Ron, it's me, Scabbers, your pet Scabbers. Save me, please, save me, I don't want to go to Azkaban!"
Ron took a step back, looking at Peter Pettigrew with a complex expression:
"You are truly disgusting!"
Seeing no hope, Peter Pettigrew collapsed to the ground like a rag doll.
He had always been a cowardly and timid person, yet the Sorting Hat had placed him in Gryffindor, the house that symbolizes bravery. Perhaps the Sorting Hat believed he was a better fit for Gryffindor than the other three houses.
He liked to follow the strong because it gave him a sense of security.
So, during school, he always trailed behind James and Black, those excellent and powerful individuals, becoming one of their closest friends.
Honestly, he was quite happy during those times.
Unfortunately, after graduation, facing the terrifying Dark Lord and the Death Eaters, he lost his sense of security once again.
If he had been braver back then, if he hadn't joined the Dark Lord and stayed loyal to his friends, would he be better off now?
The next day, a shocking event in the wizarding world was reported in the Daily Prophet.
The Ministry of Magic confirmed that the true traitor was not Sirius Black but Peter Pettigrew. Peter Pettigrew had been arrested and sent to Azkaban, and Sirius Black was exonerated.
The person who captured Peter Pettigrew and uncovered the truth was none other than Jerry Carmine, the third-year student at Hogwarts who had apprehended Sirius Black a month ago.
To recognize Jerry Carmine's contribution, the Order of Merlin officially awarded him the Order of Merlin, Third Class, as an encouragement.
Thus, the youngest recipient of the Order of Merlin in wizarding history was born.
Jerry Carmine, whose popularity had just begun to wane, was once again thrust into the spotlight, even more so than before.
That evening, Fudge returned to Hogwarts and personally presented Jerry with the Order of Merlin. He was accompanied by Sirius Black.
However, Black wanted to see Harry and his friend Remus.
The next day, the Christmas holiday officially began.
Early in the morning, Hermione, Harry, and Ron bid a heartfelt farewell to Jerry as he left the castle and boarded the Hogwarts Express back to London.
Peter Pettigrew was sent to Azkaban, Sirius Black was exonerated, and he became Harry's new guardian as Harry's godfather.
Next holiday, Harry wouldn't have to return to his Muggle aunt and uncle's house. Instead, he could form a new family with his godfather, Sirius Black.
Harry was so elated by the result that he didn't sleep all night. In the morning, when Jerry saw him off, he could still see the thick dark circles under Harry's eyes.
As for Jerry, he reaped both fame and fortune.
Not only did he receive ten thousand Galleons and the Merlin Medal, but he also made the entire Witch community aware that he was not just a skilled Seeker but also a powerful Witch.
This boost would greatly help in promoting his upcoming first magic book.
Publishing magic books not only spreads magic and enhances one's reputation but also brings in a substantial amount of Galleons.
A large sum of Galleons would save him from many unnecessary troubles in the Witch community.
While he already had the Philosopher's Stone, which could turn stones into gold, gold and Galleons were not equivalent. Just like Muggle currency could be exchanged for Witch money in small amounts but not universally.
Dust and Mildew Publishing, one of the most renowned publishers in the Witch community, had issued many famous magic books by renowned Witches, which were then sold in major bookstores.
For example, last year's famous author, Professor Gilderoy Lockhart, who was arrested, also had a partnership with this publisher.
Moreover, Dust and Mildew Publishing had branches in almost every country around the world. Publishing a book with them would ensure that it appeared in most Witch bookstores.
Today, the Diagon Alley branch of Dust and Mildew Publishing welcomed a heavyweight figure, the most famous person of recent times—Jerry Carmine.
"Mr. Carmine, please rest assured, we will arrange everything. I guarantee that after Christmas, your book 'Theories on Air Magic and Flight' will be prominently displayed in all the most prominent bookstores around the world!"
When the branch manager, Mr. Fawley, finished reading Jerry's magic book from cover to cover, he immediately stood up, excited.
Initially, the manager was skeptical about a third-year student publishing a magic book, even dismissing the Daily Prophet's praise of Jerry's magical prowess as exaggeration and sensationalism.
As the head of a publishing branch, he was well aware of the tactics used to draw attention.
He agreed to meet Jerry because of the student's current fame, believing that even if the book was terrible, it would still sell well due to the hype, boosting the branch's performance.
However, after reading the entire book, he immediately changed his mind.
Though his magical skills were not top-tier, he had a keen eye.
He was certain that the magical knowledge in Jerry's book was groundbreaking and had significant potential. Once published, it would undoubtedly cause a stir and might even be recorded in history.
"The key figure in advancing the Air Magic system and Flight Magic to new heights, the great Witch Jerry Carmine."
Perhaps future magic history books would include such a record.
"Very well, Mr. Fawley, I'll leave it in your capable hands!"
Jerry didn't pay much attention to the change in the publisher's attitude. He simply discussed some procedures and then left.
He had many more magic books to publish in the future, and this was just the first one. There was no need to waste too much time on it. It was better to entrust it to someone who could handle it.
Of course, his main focus was on the trip to Azkaban that evening.
(End of Chapter)
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