No one wanted to make sacrifices. Everyone wanted someone else to go die first. But where in the world was there such a good deal?
Albert naturally understood that these were weaknesses of human nature, so he had never mocked them. He merely felt somewhat wistful, grateful that he did not have to become one of them.
He had never believed that Charity Burbage's case could make the other Muggle Wizards in the wizarding world vigilant, nor did he believe the twins' radio station could keep everyone on guard. Usually, people only developed a sense of crisis when death was upon them, only then did they truly see the truth clearly.
Even he would be the same. People always liked to cling to that last shred of luck. There was nothing to be done about that.
However, Albert believed Kingsley could resolve the problem once it happened.
As long as the members of the Order of the Phoenix were not too stubborn, once the Ministry of Magic completely collapsed and came under Voldemort's control, they ought to come to their senses and understand what they should do.
At the very least, Sirius would remind everyone to rally around Albert.
Perhaps because he had successfully escaped death, Sirius Black had indeed changed considerably. Otherwise, Fred and George alone really would have had a hard time handling things. If the Order of the Phoenix were left to blunder about as they pleased, they would all end up dead.
The wizarding world had become even more dangerous because of Albert.
"The due date should be within the next few days, right?"
Katrina reached for the Daily Prophet Albert had set down and asked, "Are you ready?"
"Yes, the due date is five days from now."
Albert looked gently at Isabelle, took her fair