The wizards in the hall seemed stunned by the Harrises' sudden announcement. After a brief moment of silence, fierce discussion erupted throughout the venue.
"Madness. Has he thought through the consequences? Once the United Kingdom leaves the International Confederation of Wizards, most agreements will become invalid. Forget trade—even population movement will become a problem."
"I don't believe the United Kingdom will really withdraw. He must just be making threats. This is coercing the president of the International Confederation of Wizards!"
Allen and Owen's refusal to act according to convention, and their abrupt stance of demanding withdrawal, made Madame Maxime anxious. "Minister Owen Harris, Councilor Allen Harris, the British Ministry of Magic should still proceed with caution... Losing diplomacy would be an enormous loss for both the United Kingdom and other countries."
"Everyone, please remain quiet." Akinbade forced himself to calm down. He narrowed his eyes at Owen and said, "Minister Owen Harris, regarding withdrawal from the International Confederation of Wizards, let us not even discuss the other procedures for now. Even if you are the Minister, I'm afraid you do not have the authority to decide this on behalf of the entire British Magical World..."
"That is not something the president needs to worry about. I believe I haven't wasted these past few years in the United Kingdom, and I've earned a bit of a reputation..." Allen still showed not the slightest intention of backing down. "After I return, I will do everything in my power to call on us British wizards to make this happen."
Everyone knew perfectly well what kind of influence Allen now had in the United Kingdom. Never mind how much Muggle-born and Half-blood wizards worshiped and believed in him—after Allen had once again defeated You-Know-Who head-on this time, even some Purebloods whose ideas had