Dumbledore said with certainty, "That was what they told Barty Crouch Jr."
Wizet gently stirred the black tea in his cup with a spoon. "Headmaster Dumbledore, how many people from the Isaiah Society... went to see Barty Crouch Jr.?"
"Only one. He called himself Herpo, and he wished to meet Voldemort alone." Dumbledore recalled, "I'm afraid that is all the information Barty Crouch Jr. can provide us."
"Barty Crouch Jr. may still be in danger..." Wizet frowned slightly. "Headmaster Dumbledore, should we..."
Dumbledore understood what Wizet meant and sighed softly. "Herpo's appearance has indeed made me realize that as well."
"As the inventor of Horcruxes, Herpo may very well have noticed that we tampered with Barty Crouch Jr."
"After all, I promised Barty Crouch Sr. Since this unexpected situation has arisen... I must at least bring Barty Crouch Jr. back safely."
Wizet said, "Unfortunately, Barty Crouch Jr. has not changed at all. He remains utterly loyal to Voldemort."
"That is not to say there is no turning point." A faint smile appeared on Dumbledore's lips. "I often observe Barty Crouch Jr.'s life, and I have found a few possible openings."
"He longs for recognition, and at present, Voldemort is the only one who can give it to him. But some recent events have caused a subtle change in Voldemort's attitude toward him."
Wizet blinked. "Oh? That is rather unexpected..."
Dumbledore's smile deepened slightly. "Some of the views Barty Crouch Jr. put forward seemed to criticize others on the surface, but in truth, they were veiled references to Voldemort."
"If Herpo discovers Barty Crouch Jr.'s secret, Voldemort will never spare him. But it is all right. I can handle this matter."
"Once Voldemort makes a move against Barty Crouch Jr., I believe that being harmed by the person he admires most