Black Rose
As the smoke from the battle in Knockturn Alley gradually dissipated, the dilapidated buildings lay silent in the darkness, with only dried bloodstains and cracked ground bearing witness to the bloody battle that had taken place here.
The Werewolf faction of Knockturn Alley was completely wiped out after this battle, disappearing into the dust of history and becoming a shadow of the past.
After the battle, the spy Little Wolf, hidden within the Werewolf pack, made a great contribution and became the most prominent hero of the battle—without the crucial intelligence he provided, such as the number of Werewolf, the terrain of the Werewolf camp, and its defenses, the battle would not have been so easy. Moreover, after the appearance of the Inferius and the snakes and the swarming of snakes stabilized the situation, it was Little Wolf and his accomplices who suddenly betrayed the Werewolf Tribe at the critical moment, delivering the final blow from within, which ultimately disrupted the entire Werewolf formation and caused it to collapse in disarray.
His loyalty and strategic acumen were on full display in this battle.
He was thus given the name "Ulfric" by Skylar, meaning "King of Wolves." This name was not only a symbol of glory but also a sign of new life.
"Ulfric" represents more than just a name. From then on, he was also a powerful general under Skylar. All the Werewolf loyal to Skylar, including the group that Skylar had placed in the Vampire castle earlier, plus the eleven they had just subdued, totaling forty-three, all came under Ulfric's command and were led and trained by him.
Forty-three Werewolf gathered together is a considerable number, enough to warrant the attention of any country's Ministry of Magic. Skylar hoped he could transform them into a disciplined and rigorous fighting force, rather than the uncontrolled, criminal gang that existed during Fenrir's time.
The former territory of Fenrir —now a devastated wasteland—will be handed over to the Night Cat for cleanup and reconstruction. Once the new "Wolf Fortress" in the blueprint is completed, it will become Ulfric's new territory. This is the reward he has received for risking his own safety to serve Skylar to the death.
Of course, while the reconstruction was ostensibly led by Night Cat, the funds and resources behind it still came from Skylar. However, as a rising star in the wizarding world, admired by all, Skylar was not suited to have anything to do with Knockturn Alley. He still needed to maintain his image as a refined nobleman representing the Pure-Blood Moderate Faction in front of the public.
But in reality, in a place where sunlight cannot reach, in that shadowy land, a brand new Shadow King has slowly emerged unnoticed by the entire wizarding world—
Knockturn Alley was originally divided into three major forces: the Business Alliance led by Old Borgin, the Werewolf Tribe led by Fenrir, and the remaining scattered forces in Knockturn Alley. Now, the Werewolf Tribe has officially become a sharp weapon in Skylar's hands, used for shady dealings that Skylar's original identity could not easily reveal.
Although Old Borgin was not under Skylar's command, as a long-time loyal ally of the House of Malfoy, he would not become Skylar's enemy.
After this battle, Night Cat became famous overnight, revered as the "Queen of the Dark Night" by all the forces in Knockturn Alley, and had already established herself as a powerful underworld figure. Under Night Cat's reputation, the previously scattered gangs in Knockturn Alley flocked to her after the battle, fearing to fall behind, as no one wanted to become the next "Werewolf Tribe".
In this way, the numerous small factions that were originally at odds and fighting each other were unified in a very short time, ending the previous chaotic situation. At the same time, it also meant that this once chaotic and disorderly gathering place of black wizards finally ushered in a new ruler and a new order, and even rose to become the dominant overlord in Knockturn Alley.
Apart from the business alliance formed by the various merchants in Knockturn Alley, no other force dared to confront it directly.
This means that Knockturn Alley has officially become a territory completely under Skylar's control— Skylar's words are the law, the ironclad rule, even more effective than the laws of the Ministry of Magic.
[The "Servant" Little Wolf is promoted to "Wolf King" Ulfric]
[The protagonist's new Werewolf Tribe, "Wolf Fortress," has been acquired!]
You think that's all?
These were merely the first stage of Skylar's plan for Knockturn Alley.
If readers recall, in Chapter 30 of Volume 4 of this book, after the House of Rowle was completely wiped out under Skylar's behind-the-scenes manipulation, Skylar acquired an underground gambling den located in Knockturn Alley. This shop, though called a gambling den, was actually just a run-down betting station that accepted bets on the British and Irish Quidditch League, the various Pegasus races, and the various broom races.
Now that all the unstable factors in Knockturn Alley have been quelled and are under his control, Skylar decided to use a large sum of his savings to invest in Knockturn Alley, the largest of which was to rebuild this small underground gambling den into a luxury underground casino.
The interior will be modeled Muggle the top casinos in Las Vegas, with the most luxurious and extravagant decorations. It will also have a full range of entertainment options, and for food and drinks, it will collaborate with Ogden Winery in the Britain and Jiafu Snow Lotus Winery in Northern Europe, importing the finest "Firewhisky" and "Ice Flower Vodka." The goal is to make all visitors linger, intoxicated by the glitz and glamour, unable to extricate themselves.
In Skylar's vision, this place would become the largest flow of funds in Knockturn Alley, a landmark witnessing Knockturn Alley's entry into a new era, and perhaps even a famous tourist attraction in the Great Britain wizarding world.
To consolidate the ruling structure of Knockturn Alley, Skylar also decided to formally integrate the scattered forces under Night Cat into a brand new gang – the "Black Rose Society". After its completion, this luxurious den of extravagance, to be named "Rose Pavilion", will be fully managed by the Black Rose Society. Skylar only needs to stay behind the scenes and be responsible for collecting the money and profits.
Night Cat, the newly crowned ruler of Knockturn Alley, rightfully became the leader of the Black Rose Society. Under her, four deacons were appointed. They would each perform their duties to maintain the operation of the Black Rose Society.
Night Cat personally oversees the casino's operations, while the four butlers conduct their businesses and operations around the casino.
The Hag Annis is greedy and bloodthirsty; she controls a loan sharking business, offering tempting contracts to gamblers desperate for funds.
The Vampire prince Bathory is ruthless and shrewd; her hounds are omnipresent and adept at tracking, finding people, and collecting debts.
The Werewolf Ulfric is brave and loyal. He leads a well-trained guard responsible for protecting the Black Rose Society's territory and will show ruthless killing when necessary.
The Goblin Slak controls finances and assets; his valuation techniques leave no one able to hide, and his pawnshop is the final destination for many who have lost everything.
This casino is not only a cesspool of crime and wealth, but also a symbol of the Black Rose Society's power.
Gamblers lose themselves in the allure of wealth, their fortunes vanishing in the blink of an eye. When they've lost everything, they may turn to Annis for loans, but the cost is often unbearable. Anyone attempting to escape their debts will be dragged back from any corner of the world by Bathory's pursuers. Ulfric's Werewolf guards patrol the casino, ensuring order and delivering a fatal blow to any intruders. Meanwhile, Slak waits outside the tables, coldly calculating the value of the assets of those gamblers who have lost all their cash and are forced to pawn their wands, rings, and even soul contracts.
Once all these plans become a reality, the thorns of the Black Rose Society will be deeply entrenched in this dark place. Even the Ministry of Magic would have to think twice before taking any action against Knockturn Alley.
The "protagonist faction," the Black Rose Society established!
[The protagonist's asset, the underground gambling den in Knockturn Alley, has been upgraded into the luxurious spending sanctuary, "Rose Pavilion"!]