"I got help from some old friends." Dumbledore replied calmly, the Elder Wand in his hand glowing with light.
Ian's eyes stayed on the legendary wand for a moment, and he immediately understood the truth - the other party probably learned from Grindelwald's method of using [Death Authority] to break through Limiter. As for the other Limiter, he might have used Fawkes or other secret methods.
"I had hoped you could understand my philosophy." Ian's voice sounded particularly clear in the sea breeze.
Dumbledore slowly shook his head. "I have thought deeply about each of your proposals, but in the end I cannot agree. Even if you will bring unprecedented changes to Wizarding World, no individual should have control of such a huge Authority."
"It's the old adage that 'power corrupts' again." Ian raised the corners of his lips slightly, "I don't claim to be perfect, but it's enough to ensure that there are forces around me that can restrict me."
"Can those people really stop you?" Dumbledore's blue eyes stared at him through half-moon lenses, "When you can decide the fate of the entire planet one day, if you lose control, can you stop it with just system and belief?"
"This set of logic can be applied to all powerful wizards in history - including yourself." Ian retorted calmly, "And the world is still going on. I have said many times that not every strong person will become Voldemort."
"Your potential is far beyond what Tom and I imagined." Dumbledore's voice became more solemn, "The threats you may pose in the future are not at the same level as ours."
"Really?" Ian suddenly tapped the wand on his temple, extracted a ray of silver-like memory and waved it into the air, "Then let the whole world see where the world will go without me."
In an instant, strange images were reflected in the sky of Wizarding World around the world. In the next twelve hours, the entire Wizarding World witnessed the fateful trajectory in the original work of <Harry Potter>:
Gryffindor Iron Triangle passed through the many levels of Philosopher's Stone, the life and death adventure in Chamber of Secrets, Sirius Black jailbreak and Peter·Pettigrew's betrayal was revealed; Triwizard Tournament's conspiracy, Cedric Diggory's tragic death, The gathering of Voldemort in the cemetery Resurrection and Death Eaters; the fall of Ministry of Magic, the fall of Dumbledore in Astronomy Tower, the terrifying years under the rule of darkness, the difficult journey to find Horcrux, until many students sacrificed their lives in the decisive battle of Hogwarts...
Around the world, spectators reacted in different ways.
Hermione·Granger looked at the scene in the video in which he and Ron were finally married, and turned away in embarrassment; Weasley family was devastated by the fact that Bill·Weasley was almost transformed into Werewolf and the death of Fred·Weasley in battle. The surviving George·Weasley could not imagine a world without their twin brothers, but in the video Fred was surprisingly calm about his own death.
Remus·Lupin and Sirius Black raised their eyebrows at each other in tacit understanding when they saw their respective endings; Amelia·Bones hugged niece Susan tightly ·Bones, and Amos·Mr. Diggory wish they could execute Peter·Pettigrew with their own hands.
In Order of the Phoenix's private viewing room, Remus·Lupin and Nymphadora·Tonks inadvertently looked at each other, and both of them blushed and looked away at the same time.
Mr. and Mrs. Malfoy gritted his teeth when he saw his son Draco being tortured by Cruciatus Curse; Augusta Mrs. Longbottom was very proud that Neville · Long Barton had gradually grown into a real Gryffindor, and rarely praised his grandson in public. Frank and Alice · Longbottoms were glad that they did not have to spend the rest of their lives in St Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries.
Lily·Potter looked at Severus·Snape beside her, and finally understood how much effort had gone into this deep love that spanned life and death. When she When he caught a glimpse of Harry, he sighed secretly and became determined. Although Harry Potter himself thought those adventures were cool, he never wanted to live in a world where he lost his mother and many relatives and friends.
"Now, tell me what you really think about this future?" Ian's voice brought everyone back to reality, "After the fall of Voldemort, Ministry of Magic was rebuilt under the auspices of Kingsley·Shacklebolt, and many blood discrimination laws were cleared. But the situation of wizards has not fundamentally changed - we are still hiding in the corner of the world like mice."
He waved his magic wand again, showing the modern technological society in 2019: "At the same time, Muggles society is experiencing exponential development. The Internet and smartphones have made global communication within reach. When the social media era has fully arrived, everyone is sharing their life details with millions of strangers in real time."
"In this era where cameras are everywhere, how can wizards continue to hide?" Ian's voice suddenly became sharp. "As long as a little wizard accidentally reveals his magical talent and is photographed by his parents, the entire Wizarding World secret will spread around the world within 24 hours. Those Fantastic Beasts will have nowhere to hide, and will eventually be hunted for fun or sent to the dissecting table."
He stared at the old principal. "How long do you think <International Statute of Secrecy> can last? These technologies will be popularized by 2010 at the latest, and we only have less than twenty years left. Now, do you still insist that my path is wrong?"
Dumbledore sighed heavily, "When did you first know about this Prophecy?"
"Since the age of six." Ian replied calmly, "Is this important?"
"No, but this makes me finally understand the motivations behind some of your choices." The old principal's eyes were blazing, "However, this does not change the essence of the problem. You are on the road to becoming the eternal ruler of the interdimensional empire. No matter from which angle you look at it, this will not be a good ending for Wizarding World."
"You may bring temporary peace and prosperity, but the pursuit of ultimate knowledge will ultimately lead to destruction."
"Just because there is a small probability of failure, you are going to kill the possibility of the entire civilization moving forward?" Ian asked rhetorically.
"Tiny?" Dumbledore took a step forward, "Can you swear on your soul that you will never conduct experiments that may destroy the entire civilization?"
"I can't." Ian admitted frankly, "On the road of pursuing Truth, I am willing to risk my own life, and the wizards who choose to follow me should also have this awareness."
"But you have no right to make this decision for them!" Dumbledore's voice revealed anger for the first time.
"Do you have the right to use 'I might fall' as an excuse to deprive Wizarding World of the opportunity to go to the stars?" Ian shook his head and sighed, "It seems that we are all stubborn people who refuse to give in. In this case..."
The two wands were raised at the same time, and the air on the desert island instantly solidified.
"Let the magic wand decide the future of Wizarding World."
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