The enormous conference room was buzzing with noise as everyone discussed what Anton had just said.
Perhaps Anthony Weasley's greatest contribution to this global event was warning those who came after him: before holding an event like this, you really ought to review the organizers' proposal first.
Procedure sometimes really did matter.
For instance, at this point, it was hard for everyone to review Anton's vision for the Top 100 Tournament first and then decide whether to support holding it.
The timing was awkward. All the heads of international organizations around the world who held power and influence had come. Could anyone really say, "Why don't we put it off for now?"
Ha. That wasn't how you played a joke.
In the end, Dumbledore firmly dragged Anton to the front. Even if he didn't explain the tournament's format, they should at least find out what he had in mind.
"Well, that brings us to the explosion in New York. I'm sure many of you experienced it firsthand, so I won't go into detail."
Anton stood beside the large table in the middle of the conference room, its surface covered in dark green Dragon Hide, and spoke with easy confidence.
The table was covered with all sorts of solemn-looking objects: a complete, hefty copy of the International Statute of Wizarding Secrecy; a bronze statue of a wizard representing "Magic Is Might"; and a flower-shaped stand holding wands once used by the first Aurors...
"The idea for the Top 100 Tournament came to me around then."
Anton toyed with the wand in his hand, which had no core, and looked at the others, the corners of his mouth lifting slightly.
"Everyone talks about facing the New Era and welcoming a changing world. Some are conservative and want to preserve things as they