Compared with Albert's indifferent reaction to the matter, the Defence Association erupted again after learning the news.
This was no scheme by Lord Voldemort to lure them in. It was clearly a declaration of war against the entire resistance movement opposing him.
It was as though he were telling them, If you've got the nerve, come on. I'll be waiting right here.
That was precisely why everyone was holding back their anger, clenching their fists and wanting to charge straight in and beat those hateful schemes into the ground.
However, despite focusing on preparing for battle, they never received any notice of a gathering. This made many people realize that Albert did not support walking straight into the enemy's trap.
As a result, the atmosphere at the Association Headquarters became somewhat extreme. Many members felt they should do something rather than stand by and watch the residents of an entire village be slaughtered.
Small groups of people could always be seen gathering together, indignantly discussing the matter.
It was hard to say whether they were angry on behalf of those villagers who were about to die innocent deaths, or disappointed that they would not get to take part in this battle against the Death Eaters.
Without a doubt, their original fantasy of chasing the enemy into their trap and knocking them flat had been crushed.
The Association's members were very confident at this point. Even knowing they might have to face Voldemort, they showed no fear or unease, nor did they think it was an unrealistic fantasy.
Voldemort would be dealt with by Albert, while they could go bully that gang of hateful Death Eaters.
Unfortunately, their expectations were destined to be disappointed.
Kenneth looked at the several somewhat agitated members before him and shook his head. "If this operation