Initially, Yaxley planned to turn Hogsmeade into the most popular black market in Europe, not only to make money, but also to help the Dark Lord absorb lawless people from Europe and expand themselves. power, and at the same time to consolidate his own power.
However, things are not always as expected.
Hogsmeade has indeed become a famous black market in Europe, and has gathered many cruel and evil people, but Yaxley has ignored one important thing. Most dark wizards have joined the Dark Lord's camp, and more are actually In order to make better money.
Voldemort's reputation may temporarily overwhelm this group of extremely vicious guys, but when it comes to his own use, even Voldemort can't do it.
Conflict was inevitable from that moment on.
It broke out so quickly because someone secretly instigated it and intensified the conflict between the two parties.
Of course, the Death Eaters are not as bad as expected, but if all the dead are actors, it will naturally give the dark wizards from abroad the illusion that the Death Eaters are just a bunch of trash.
Since they are trash, they naturally have no right to oppress them, let alone control them.
The black market that advocates free trade has successfully ushered in freedom. It can be said that it is what everyone expects. No one is willing to share the money in their pockets with others.
People who have enjoyed the sweet fruit of free trade are naturally unwilling to give up the black market of Hogsmeade easily, and naturally they are unwilling to give up a place where they can make a lot of money.
It sounds ironic to say that since Hogsmeade was placed under the control of the Death Eaters, the security has suddenly improved, and it has become the most popular place in Europe.
It is not at all as chaotic as Yaxley thought due to the loss of Death Eaters. On the contrary, Hogsmeade today is less like a black market and more like a trading area like Diagon Alley.
If it weren’t for the fact that the items on display in the shops and vendors were all prohibited items, I’m afraid no one would really regard this place as a black market.
After all, dark wizards are not madmen, they are educated people. They are involved in the black market more to make money, and Hogsmeade is undoubtedly such a good place. It is difficult for them to find a place like Hogsmeade elsewhere in Europe. In a comfortable place like Germany, the dark wizards who come here to trade will even spontaneously maintain the environment here, and some unwritten rules gradually form.
Such a harmonious scene is undoubtedly a great irony to the Death Eaters, with expressions of incompetence printed on their heads. You must know that during the period when the Death Eaters controlled Hogsmeade, there were always several unusual incidents happening here every day. Pleasant conflict.
However, this harmonious situation is destined not to last long.
This is the village of Hogsmeade, the territory of the Death Eaters. How could the Death Eaters who had been domineering in the UK tolerate fat meat that was beyond their control in their territory?
Of course, none of this has anything to do with Zoko, and he doesn’t even think about these things.
After recording the name of the dark wizard who came to order the defensive cloak in the account book, Zuko tore off the receipt and handed it to the other party. He raised his hand and knocked on the blackboard next to him. He slowed down and said to the outsider who was not good at English, "Deposit." One galleons, pick up the goods in two days, during which the deposit is allowed to be refunded.”
“OK, OK.”
The black man gestured OK to him, left a galleone and left with a receipt.
Looking at the half-book of receipts in his hand, Zuko felt that this world was really amazing. Black magic defense items were actually very popular among dark wizards.
It feels very ironic when you think about it. It turns out that dark wizards are more in need of dark magic defense?
A sharp siren interrupted Joko's thoughts and brought Joko back from his dream of getting rich. When he came to the window and looked out, he found that everyone had come out of the house. The originally bustling long street into brief confusion.
But the chaos was soon quelled, for no fool would dare to make fun of the alarm, unless he wanted to die.
So the sirens suddenly sounded, which meant that the Death Eaters were back.
“Look over there, it’s a dementor.”
I don’t know who suddenly shouted.
Everyone looked towards the entrance of Hogsmeade and saw a large black cloud coming towards this direction.
After a brief commotion, the chaos quickly calmed down.
They had expected that the Death Eaters would come back with the Dementors.
As early as a few days ago, someone was spreading rumors in Hogsmeade that the Death Eaters would definitely not be willing to lose control of this black market and would come back with dementors.
The dark wizards who stayed in Hogsmeade to do black market business even held a brief gathering to discuss the matter.
Although this is a fragmented group, everyone has their own thoughts, and no one is willing to fight head-on with the Death Eaters. However, the Death Eaters have been too useless some time ago.
When there are more people than Death Eaters and they are stronger than Death Eaters, no one is willing to give up their interests in Hogsmeade and give up the great environment here.
As long as they don't run away in a hurry, how can they lose?
Of course they will win, and they naturally don't mind giving a tough lesson to those guys who like to stand up to Voldemort and bully them.
Who doesn’t like beating up a drowned dog?
As for Voldemort.
This famous second-generation Dark Lord is not even as famous as Dumbledore in Europe. Most wizards have at least heard of his name, and some people don't even recognize him, so naturally they can't be afraid of him.
“Those who know how to cast the Patronus Charm will drive away those dementors!”
I don’t know who shouted.
There were actually three dark wizards who knew how to use the Patron Saint Spell to step forward and began to summon their own Patron Saints in order to resist the dementors.
Actually, most dark wizards are not afraid of dementors, but they still feel uncomfortable being around them, let alone from the enemy's side.
However, faced with the pressure of a huge number of dementors, the three patron saints were obviously unable to completely drive them away.
The dementors were hovering over Hogsmeade, a cold breath enveloped the entire village, and a layer of white mist appeared on the window glass.
It seemed that their lives were threatened, and some people apparated away, but the dementors alone could not scare them, let alone make them surrender, let alone the enemy that prevented them from making money.
Several more silver lights flew out from all over the village, joining the team fighting the dementors.
Actually, this is quite normal. After all, we are a group of strangers whom we do not know, so it is normal to have reservations.
Of course, it is relatively rare for a dark wizard to be able to use a patronus.
Not only do you not need the Patronus Charm to protect yourself, but many dark wizards believe that using the Patronus Charm will risk backfire.
…
Outside the village of Hogsmeade, Yaxley, who led the Death Eaters to fight back, had an ugly expression on his face. He never expected that a dark wizard could actually use the Patronus Curse, and there were more than one.
Could this be a trap?
At this moment, Yaxley even had such an idea.
There is no way, who has limited his biggest trump card.
Without the help of this dementor, it would be difficult for them to subdue the dark wizards in Hogsmeade in a short time.
Yaxley wanted to retreat temporarily, but the current situation made it difficult for him to take a step back.
“We must let this group of outsiders know whose place this is, and whose rules the black wizards must follow if they want to trade in the Black Seat.”
After completing the final mobilization, Yaxley led the team towards the entrance of Hogsmeade. He regretted not bringing the giants and werewolves with him.
“No troublemakers are welcome here.”
“You are not welcome here, you weaklings.”
“This is the territory of the Dark Lord.”
Yaxley carried Voldemort out.
"Don't scare us with Voldemort, no one here is scared."
"how dare you…"
A sharp voice sounded from the ranks of Death Eaters.
“No troublemakers are welcome here.”
“A wizard’s life-and-death duel to decide who belongs here?”
Percival jumped out of the team and challenged the Death Eaters on the opposite side, "Do you dare? You little bastards."
This is the solution they discussed.
At least, this method is actually more in their interests than fighting with the dark wizards.
After winning the battle, everyone in Hogsmeade must give him two Galleons.
You can get a generous reward of thousands of galleons in one breath.
The others are not at a loss either. It’s just two Galleons. It not only solves the problem, but also allows you to watch a wonderful duel without losing any money.
Most importantly, they all have confidence in Percival. After all, he is a ruthless man who dares to hunt the Acromantula alone. He has also been among the best in a duel competition. It is natural that he cannot lose against that group of trash.
Yaxley's expression was ugly. Although he wanted to go on stage and kill the guy opposite him, this... was too ridiculous.
"It seems that you are afraid. Do you just want to drive us away with those dementors?" Percival challenged. He didn't want to miss this opportunity to make money. "Or is there someone hiding among you?" The **** who got up wants to secretly cast the killing curse on me?
“What do you think this is…”
“We are all dark wizards, so naturally we rely on this to speak.”
Percival didn't care about the murderous Death Eaters and continued to provoke, "Or do you want to start an all-out war with us, but I see that you don't have as many people here as we do. Who gave you the courage? "
“Very good, duel.” Yaxley gritted his teeth.
"It's a life-and-death duel." Percival corrected him, "Of course, if you are scared, I don't care if you have a few more."
“Very good, two assistants are allowed.”
Although Yaxley felt that there was something wrong with this so-called life-and-death duel, it was better than the two sides fighting head-on here, so he agreed after feigning hesitation.
Yaxley ignored Percival and turned directly to the Death Eaters behind him.
“Who’s coming?”
He looked at Snape, but the latter had no intention of standing up.
"Kill them, one thousand galleons each." Yaxley offered a huge reward.
It is said that under a heavy reward, there must be a brave man.
After hearing that Yaxley had offered a reward of one thousand galleons, the crowd quickly became lively, and many Death Eaters were eager to give it a try.
“You, you, and you.”
Yaxley quickly picked out the candidates, among whom there was only one good Death Eater, and the other two were his favorite thugs.
“Percival, kill those losers.”
Hundreds of dark wizards were clearly divided into two sides to form a semi-arc, surrounding the two people in the middle.
"Since you have proposed a duel, if anyone does not abide by the rules of wizard duels, let's kill him together."
Yaxley took the initiative to stand up and spoke to everyone present.
"Now, both sides, get ready!" Yaxley said loudly, putting his wand to his throat, "Wait until I count to three, one-two-three-."
The duel has begun.
Percival suddenly raised the wand over his shoulder, and after counting to three, he suddenly pointed the wand at the blond man opposite.
There was a loud bang.
A fireball flew out from the tip of the wand, blowing the person away before he could finish reciting Avada Kedavra.
Then there were two explosions one after another, and the big man fell directly to the ground, his life or death unknown.
“Percival, Percival!”
Seeing Bohivar kill the opponent so neatly, applause and cheers resounded throughout Hogsmeade.
"You are really stupid. Are you British wizards just standing there and listening to you finish reciting Avada Kedavra?" Percival raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet, then walked forward slowly, "Avada Kedavra" This is how the curse should be used!"
next moment.
A ray of green light completely engulfed the unknown Death Eater.
"you…"
Yaxley stared at the opponent with wide eyes. He really wanted to raise his wand and use Avada Kedavra to kill the guy in front of him.
"This is a life-and-death duel, not a child's play." Percival showed a cruel smile to the Death Eaters, "Okay, I think he must be completely dead now, the next one."
Yaxley looked at Snape, who shook his head, not knowing what he meant.
In any case, he had no intention of going out on the field to duel with the opponent.
This can't be blamed on Snape, who made the opponent's duel style look familiar.
Yes, that looked familiar to Snape.
Albert Anderson seems to be like this.
That guy's silent magic is amazingly fast.
He even suspected that the guy in front of him was actually Anderson in disguise?
Sure enough, the remaining two assistants were not the opponent named Percival. Even if they were prepared from the beginning, the gap between the two sides was still very large. They were killed easily in just a few rounds. They looked as easy as stepping on someone. A dead mouse.
"You have lost. If you still want to continue the duel, I will accompany you to the end." Percival spat on the corpse on the ground and said contemptuously: "However, you trash can't defeat me. Ask Voldemort to come in person."
“You will pay for it.”
Yaxley left these harsh words and retreated with the Death Eaters in anger.
"Look, those so-called Death Eaters are a bunch of trash. They will never try to take away our black market, our freedom, and the gold coins we have. Let those trash go to hell!" Percival raised his device. With his money bag full of Gallons, he shouted to the dark wizards, "I'll treat you to a drink tonight to celebrate this great victory."
Perchival! Percival! Percival!
Countless shouts echoed over Hogsmeade.