11 Chapter 11

In the late hours of night, a horseless carriage traveled through the air. inside the carriage, four men were seated while the coachman sat outside. If anyone saw the carriage, they might wonder, how is it flying? And the answer to that would be 'Thestrals'. They are winged horses with a skeletal body, face with dragon like features, and wide, leathery wings that resemble a bat's.

If any mortal saw them, he might assume them to be undead while fleeing in terror.

The most interesting fact about Thestrals is that, only people who witnessed death can see them, giving them a bad reputation.

The carriage shuttled through the air in a hurry. As if hurrying, to reap someone's soul.

The Aurors sat inside the carriage discussing their next mission details. The details mentioned that they need to escort a criminal to the Wizengamot, the criminal is proficient in Occlumancy and Legilimency. He used Legilimency to control Dementors, which caused the death of thirteen prisoners.

"What do you guys think, did he actually do it? I mean, he controlled Dementors!! I say its fake." A young man said in exicitment while looking at his companions.

"The head investigator is Bob Ogden. So, what do you think?! besides, I keep telling you think before you speak, Charles. Bob never failed an investigation, so be careful what you say when you meet him." An older man said, in a kind but slightly authoritative voice.

"I know boss! But, the whole thing feels off. I mean he controlled Dementors! Who could believe that?! Moreover, John, Christopher, and Boris agree with me." Charles said, throwing his companions under the bus.

The captain turned to John and Christopher with a frown on his face.

"I told you guys many times not to involve the new Aurors in your games. Would it kill you to stop? Every time, you mess with the new members. Once this mission is over, I'm cutting your pay." The captain said in a stern voice.

"No!!!"

Three disparate screams echoed from the carriage.

"C'mon boss, Charles's wedding is next weak. If you cut our pay, we won't be able to buy a good gift. Have some mercy, for Charles's sake!!" Christopher begged, while Boris and John nodded their heads in agreement.

No one could see John's nod since he is the coachman. But, he liked to feel involved in their conversations.

"Fine, fine! You guys win." The captain said with a smile before his face turned serious "Now, it's time for serious business. The prisoner, we are escorting, is highly dangerous. Keep your wand on your person, your mind clear, and no matter what you do, do not let the prisoner provoke you. Do you understand?!"

Yes sir!!!

Seeing their agreement, the captain nodded his head in satisfaction before sprouting a mischievous smile. "Hehe, Little Charles, how will you deal with the wife if you can't even deal with these three idiots?!

Charles face turned red while the others shouted 'hey!!!'

Before Boris and Christopher could say anything, they heard a knock from outside. John knocked on the carriage to tell them that they arrived.

"Look alive, men! Follow my instructions, and what ever you do... don't let your guard down. Besides, we need to keep Charles safe or else his fiancee will kill us." The captain said, with a smirk on his face, making Charles blush and the men chuckle.

Bob watched as the escort team approached Azkaban, heaving a sigh of relief. His gloomy mood changed because he can finally get rid of the crazy old man. The carriage finally landed, and the men disembarked.

" Auror Bob, how have you been? I hope you've been doing well! As always, you work fast."

"I've been better! Of course, I work fast, Auror Austin, who do you think I am? No case can ever stump me! And how are you doing, still working hard for a promotion?" Bob said, in a teasing voice.

"Alright! Just for that jab, you're paying for drinks on Friday. So, what's the situation, is there anything we should pay attention to?" Austin said, changing to a serious tone.

"Yes, you should never let your guard down. I tried breaking into his mind, in a direct way, but still failed to do so. Be careful!" Bob said, in a grave tone.

Austin face changed when he saw how serious Bob looked. While Bob might only care about his reputation, he is still a hardened warrior. Austin understood that if Bob is being this serious, then they should be extremely cautious.

"Understood, let's go meet the prisoner. Men, guard the carriage." Austin said, before following Bob.

The two walked through the halls of Azkaban until they reached the interrogation room.

Patrick just sat there, and looked at the two with a serene expression on his face.

"Are you the one who will deliver me to my death?" Patrick said, while looking at Austin.

Austin gave Bob a questioning look.

"He said that he did what he did because he wants to die"

"Okay, I understand! Wait a second." Austin said, before taking out his wand, and transforming the chair into a gag and strapping it on Patrick's mouth. "Well, this should do it!"

Bob looked at Austin's handy work, wondering why he didn't think of that.

"You sure have a heavy taste, Austin."Bob couldn't help but mock Austin.

"Oh, shut up! C'mon, let's move this old bastard. Get up!" Austin yelled, while pointing his wand at the old man.

"By the way, Bob, will you go with us?"

"NO!! Ahem, I mean I have to guard Azkaban for a while, until the Dementor are ready to take over." Bob said, in a hurry trying to hide his embarrassment.

Austin noticed Bob's abnormality but kept quiet. He could tell that Bob is afraid of the old man however he had no idea why. While Austin thought about Bob abnormality, they reached the carriage.

"Christopher, Boris, secure the prisoner!" Austin ordered, before turning to Bob, "Can I leave Charles here?"

"Why would you do that?!"

"I want him to learn from you. After all, you're the best at what you do, just Apparate with him once you're done here."

Bob, being Bob fell for the obvious compliment.

"Alright, leave it to me! He will be a better Auror, than you, once I'm done with him." Bob said, while patting his chest.

"Charles, you stay with Captain Bob. He will teach you a few things" Austin said, while boarding the carriage.

"Yes sir!"

Boris, Christopher, and John gave Austin a questioning stare, but Austin just ignored it.

"Alright, Bob, Farewell."

"Take care!" "Take care, boss!" Bob and Charles said their goodbyes as the carriage took off into the air.

Charles looked at Bob and asked, "Sir, why didn't you apparate him to the Ministry?"

"Well, this is your first lesson! You can't apparate an accomplished mind master. Normally, you can perform a side-along apparition with just about anyone, but a master of the mind can cause injuries to the both of you by interfering with your mind as you apparate."

"Wow! I didn't know that!" Charles exclaimed in amazement.

"Well, stick around kid you'll be learning a lot more in the next two days." Bob said smugly.