Not long after Dumbledore left, a figure materialized out of thin air without warning. He raised his wand and warily surveyed his surroundings, his gaze sweeping over the ruined house ahead before shifting to the watch on his wrist. Only after confirming there was no one else nearby did he slowly lower his wand and head toward the entrance to the Chamber of Secrets beneath the ruins.
The Ministry Aurors had failed to break into the Chamber of Secrets. Or rather, they had been kept outside by the protective measures Voldemort had left behind. Clearly, they would need a more professional Disarming Squad to deal with the dangerous spells and hidden entrance Voldemort had left behind.
As for leaving someone to guard the place? Don't be ridiculous. If a Death Eater showed up, or Voldemort returned, the Aurors left guarding the Chamber of Secrets would be as good as dead.
As for Dumbledore, he naturally guessed what might be hidden below, but he urgently needed to rush to the Ministry of Magic to rescue Harry. He had neither the time nor energy to enter the Chamber of Secrets.
Thus, Voldemort's "legacy" was claimed by Albert.
Albert naturally knew there might be dangers inside the Chamber of Secrets, but he still had no intention of giving up. After planning for so long, he had to gain something from it.
Besides, Felix Felicis could help Albert avoid most dangers and greatly reduce the risks of entering the Chamber of Secrets.
Even so, Albert put on his best Dragonhide Gloves before taking his wand and heading toward the entrance.
The moment he stepped onto the downward staircase, Albert stopped and tossed a ball of light below, thoroughly illuminating the space beneath.
There were tables and chairs in the Chamber of Secrets, with a