"I still have to continue negotiating with the Magical Congress, so I'll excuse myself." Old Barty Crouch put on his outer robe, walked to the fireplace, and grabbed a handful of Floo Powder.
Under the effect of the Floo Powder, the flames turned a beautiful emerald green.
He seemed to remember something and turned to Vizet and Dumbledore. "If Barty Crouch Jr. leaves, I'll inform you at once."
Old Barty Crouch's figure vanished along with the firelight, and Winky walked up to Vizet and Dumbledore, asking respectfully, "Gentlemen, would you like some more refreshments prepared?"
Vizet glanced at the plate subconsciously and found that only a few crumbs of scone remained on it.
"No need!" Dumbledore gently shook his head and said, "We should be taking our leave as well."
Vizet added, "Thank you for your hospitality. Goodbye!"
Watching Vizet and Dumbledore turn to leave, Winky hurried after them as well and opened the door for them.
"I didn't expect you to know about the Triwizard Tournament already..." Dumbledore gave his Wand a light wave, and an invisible Magical Energy Field appeared around them. "I had originally wanted to save the surprise for the start of term..."
Vizet asked with some confusion, "Headmaster Dumbledore, why are Ilvermorny and Uagadou... getting involved?"
"I remember the Triwizard Tournament... was just a friendly competition between Hogwarts, Durmstrang, and Beauxbatons, wasn't it?"
"A very good question." Dumbledore turned his head and stared at Vizet with a smile.
Feeling Dumbledore's gaze, Vizet probed, "It... shouldn't have anything to do with me, right?"
"It's rare to see you answer a question incorrectly." Dumbledore said with a beaming smile, "Unfortunately, the Triwizard Tournament turning into the Five Champions Tournament really does have something to do with you."
"First is Uagadou. Last time, it was only an