Chapter 66 - Aftermath of the Attack (1)
Great Britain, England – Hogwarts.
Rose left the Gryffindor girls' dormitory and walked through the long corridors, holding in her arms a book titled "Potter Legacy," which Hagrid had given her the first time they met, back at the Dursleys' house.
The book documented the experiences of all the Patriarchs and Matriarchs of the Potter House over the centuries. It was comforting for her to read the thoughts of her ancestors; even being the last remaining member of the Potter House, she felt that they still cared for her, even after death.
Especially her father's notes, which she made a point of reading every night before sleep, were a way to connect with him, despite his absence.
It was a relief to discover, through the book, that her parents were not as her aunt had described— they were not addicts who abandoned her and died in a car accident.
As she walked through the corridors, Rose noticed that many students displayed tense expressions, as if a significant event were taking place.
Quickening her pace, she reached the dining hall and sat next to Hermione, who also looked equally tense and worried.
"What happened?" asked Rose, her intense and expressive blue eyes fixed on her best friend.
"Maybe a war," replied Hermione, her voice laden with tension.
War? I slept just one night and we're already on the brink of war!?
Confused, Rose stared at Hermione, searching for explanations.
Realizing Rose's confusion, Hermione handed her the newspaper.
Rose then looked at the newspaper in her hands and noticed the headline featured on the front page.
[Devastation in Nottingham After Clash Between Special Grade Wizards]
Rose's eyes widened as she read the words below the title.
[In a catastrophic episode that occurred this Wednesday, the city of Nottingham, located in Nottinghamshire, suffered nearly total damage during a violent confrontation between two Special Grade Wizards. The incident, which started as an exorcism mission, quickly escalated into a battle of disastrous proportions, involving Asterion Black, a renowned British wizard, and Mustafa Al-Husseini, a newly recognized Israeli wizard.]
[The intense fight between these two powerful figures left a trail of destruction across the city, resulting in nearly a hundred thousand people homeless, thousands of residents suffering various injuries, and tragically, hundreds lost their lives in the ensuing chaos.]
[The international wizarding community and MI0 in general are alarmed by the level of destruction and the humanitarian consequences of the clash. Local authorities and relief organizations are already mobilized to assist those affected, and discussions on measures to prevent such incidents in the future have already started to take shape in various committees in several countries around the world.]
[This tragic event highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations and more effective control over magical duels, especially when they involve wizards of such high caliber. The ramifications of this disaster are still being assessed, but it is already clear that Nottingham will have a long road ahead in its journey of reconstruction and recovery.]
Rose just widened her eyes and read everything with a shocked look on her face.
How on earth did something so drastic happen in just one night!
"Read further down," Hermione murmured to Rose.
There's more!?
Rose followed Hermione's words and held her breath as she saw the title.
[Albus Dumbledore Demands Action from the Israeli Magical Government After Nottingham Tragedy!]
[In the wake of the devastating events that shook Nottingham, Albus Dumbledore, considered the most powerful wizard in the world, made an urgent visit to the Israeli Ministry of Magic. The visit aimed primarily to press for an official response and concrete measures regarding the attack perpetrated by Mustafa Al-Husseini, an Israeli high-level wizard, in the heart of England.]
[Dumbledore, a figure of prominent respect and influence in the global magical community, expressed deep concern over the consequences of the clash and the need for stricter management of magical activities that may impact public safety and international relations.]
Rose quickly flipped to the next page of the newspaper:
[Tensions Escalate Following the Israeli Magical Government's Response to the Nottingham Incident.]
[The recent meeting between Albus Dumbledore and the Israeli Ministry of Magic did not achieve the expected outcome, intensifying international tensions within the magical community. The Israeli magical government stood firm in its position of not recognizing that the devastating attack in Nottingham was orchestrated by Mustafa Al-Husseini, one of their Special Grade Wizards.]
[Dumbledore, known for his diplomacy and wisdom, refused to accept this response, raising concerns that a potential international magical confrontation may be approaching. The firm refusal of the Israeli Ministry of Magic to admit Husseini's responsibility has raised questions about implications for global security and stability among magical nations.]
"Damn it!" After finishing reading, Rose couldn't help but curse out loud.
Clutching her hair, Rose groaned in frustration.
She still didn't understand how things could escalate so quickly and so dramatically.
"What are you going to do, Rose?" Hermione asked, with a clearly worried expression.
"I can't do anything to mediate, Mione. If I go to Israel, they might see it as a threat from England. One High-Level Wizard means negotiation, two Special Grade Wizards mean war!" Rose said, visibly discouraged. As she mentioned, Israel would only see hostility if she arrived to mediate between the two nations.
"Mustafa, when I find you, I'm going to punch you so hard your mother probably won't recognize you when she sees your face after our fight." Rose muttered, her fists clenched and a frosty smile on her face.
"Let's go." Rose stood up.
"Where to?" Hermione followed her friend and stood up as well.
"To Professor McGonagall, she must know more about the incident." Rose replied, walking out of the dining hall.
Hermione quickly ate her toast and followed Rose with the toast still in her mouth.
---------------------------
Author's Thoughts: Mustafa was inspired by Ishamael from The Wheel of Time. I loved the actor's performance and made him one of my villains. Regarding the subject of Israel, I don't intend to offend anyone's religion or incite hatred. I hope you understand.
Support me to write more and read chapters ahead of all regular readers!
P-atreon.com/HPSCB
(Just remove the hyphen to access Patreon normally.)
My new fanfic > Mythological Tales: Ruler of the Golden Order (All chapters have a minimum of 3000 words.)
Next Chapter: Chapter 67 - Aftermath of the Attack (2), Chapter 68 - Invasion of Hogwarts (1), Chapter 69 - Invasion of Hogwarts (2), Chapter 70 - Invasion of Hogwarts (3), Chapter 71 - Invasion of Hogwarts (4), Chapter 72 - Invasion of Hogwarts (5), Chapter 73 - Invasion of Hogwarts (6), Chapter 74 - Invasion of Hogwarts (7), Chapter 75 - Invasion of Hogwarts (8), Chapter 76 - Invasion of Hogwarts (9), Chapter 77 - Invasion of Hogwarts (10), Chapter 78 - Invasion of Hogwarts (11), Chapter 79 - Post-War (1), Chapter 80 - Heir of Salazar Slytherin (1), Chapter 81 - Heir of Salazar Slytherin (2), Chapter 82 - Heir of Salazar Slytherin (3), Chapter 83 - Salazar's Heir Slytherin (4), Chapter 84 - Sequels, Chapter 85 - Civil War (1), 86 - Civil War (2), 87 - Civil War (3), 88 - Civil War (4), 89 - Civil War (5), Chapter 90 (6).