Snape had been wary of Albert Anderson from the bottom of his heart.
Not only because Albert possessed power comparable to The Dark Lord's, but also because he would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.
In that respect, he was much like a Slytherin student—perhaps even more so—because that man was always able to disguise himself well and deceive everyone with ease.
That was evident from how easily Albert had used the Imperius Curse to control Yaxley. He clearly had considerable experience with Dark magic, even the Unforgivable Curses, or he could never have wielded them so skillfully.
This had not escaped Dumbledore either.
However, as a dead old man, Dumbledore had no wish to interfere with the world of the living. There were only two matters he cared about now.
Protecting Hogwarts' students, and whether The Dark Lord could be defeated.
As for that hypocritical fellow, Dumbledore believed he posed little danger.
At least, that was how things appeared on the surface.
But in truth?
That was hard to say. Who knew what he might do in secret?
Snape's suspicions were soon confirmed. Yaxley, controlled by the Imperius Curse, did not reject Dolores Umbridge's plan or strangle it in its cradle. Instead, he chose to report the plan's advantages and disadvantages to Voldemort and let their master make the final decision.
Voldemort showed little enthusiasm for the matter and was even somewhat impatient, but he ultimately approved Umbridge's plan and agreed to use vile, shameless means to weaken the Defense Association.
As for the chaos this might cause, Voldemort was not worried that England's wizards would dare rise up against him.
Yes, those cowards would not dare.
Because someone already had.
Because people sought benefits and avoided harm.
"The situation isn't as bad as you think. Umbridge has