Chapter 247 The Thread Is Clear! The Strongest Spy Is Online
Snape's pupils shrank.
In the past, he was only immersed in the sorrow of Lily's tragic death caused by the informant, but never considered this aspect.
Now, after Argus reminded him, he immediately reacted.
Yes, if there is any possibility of such a major prophecy, it must not be spread.
If it were me, I would definitely block the entire bar after noticing something unusual.
Supervise everyone who heard the content!
With Dumbledore's strength, he can definitely do this!
But he just let Aberforth come forward and drive him away.
Not even a warning!
No matter how you look at it, it doesn't seem like... something that a meticulous person like Dumbledore would do!
Snape climbed out of the abyss of the Death Eaters, saw too much ugliness, and was used to looking at people with evil.
There were indeed many strange things about the things that happened back then, but because it was too long ago, Snape was immersed in grief and self-blame and had no time to care.
After Argus's reminder, everything seemed so weird.
"Professor, I have a question for you." Argus did not choose to pursue the matter relentlessly.
The previous words were effective enough.
Continuing to talk about it would only make Snape feel that he was trying every means to discredit Dumbledore.
It would be counterproductive.
Snape woke up from his own world.
He glanced at Argus.
"Speak!"
"Why did Voldemort choose Harry back then, instead of... Neville Longbottom who also fits the prophecy?"
"It's not that he didn't go, it's that he didn't get in."
Snape said unhappily.
"At the beginning, we couldn't find the location of Harry's family at all. In addition to searching for Harry's family, we had to attack the Longbottom family."
"The main force of the Order of the Phoenix is there."
"Later, someone realized that Harry's family might have been hidden with the Fidelius Charm."
"At that time, it was believed that the secret keeper was either Dumbledore or Sirius."
"I didn't expect..."
"I understand." After listening to Snape's explanation, Argus finally connected the events of that year completely.
Combined with the subsequent plot of the original work, he probably guessed why Dumbledore allowed Snape to pass the message.
The reason is very simple.
Although Dumbledore could defeat Voldemort, it was difficult to find his location.
Dumbledore himself did not want to indulge his desires, did not take over as Minister of Magic, and only relied on his subordinates, the Order of the Phoenix.
As a result, there were very few people who could really fight Voldemort.
Trelawney's prophecy gave him an excellent bait.
He knew that with Voldemort's character, once he knew the prophecy, he would definitely kill the person in the prophecy at all costs.
Only when the person in the prophecy died, Voldemort would relax his guard and have a chance to defeat him.
Just like... in the original work, he designed his own death in order to let Voldemort relax his vigilance!
As for the authenticity of the prophecy... is it important?
As long as it is spread, whether it is true or false, Voldemort must get rid of the person in the prophecy.
This is Voldemort's character flaw, and he has to get rid of it in order to maintain his prestige among the Death Eaters.
It can be said that no matter whether it is true or false, it is more beneficial than harmful to Dumbledore.
The fake one can force Voldemort to reveal his flaws, and the real one is better. Just wait for the child of prophecy to grow up slowly.
Lily's so-called magic of love may also be taught to her secretly by Dumbledore in order to protect Harry.
"You already know what you want to know."
"Now, get out..."
Snape suddenly said to Argus.
Argus was confused and was kicked out of the office by Snape before he figured out what happened.
Fortunately, he had made it clear what he wanted to say, and the rest depended on Snape to dig it out himself.
With Snape's mind and ability, it won't take long to come to a conclusion.
Argus had originally thought about whether to expose the fact that Harry was a Horcrux.
But the timeline is too early now, and Harry has not revealed too much connection with Voldemort except for Parseltongue.
It will take time to confirm if it is exposed.
And if it is exposed so early, who knows if Dumbledore will find a way to help Harry solve it.
These old men who have lived for hundreds of years are more hidden than each other.
"You finally came out, Argus!"
Just as Argus was about to leave, Lupin appeared from a corner not far away.
Seeing that Argus was fine, he breathed a sigh of relief.
"Merlin's beard, I'm glad you're okay."
"Professor Lupin?"
Agus was startled, and immediately guessed Lupin's intention.
Need I say more! I was scared by Snape!
Not to mention the fight between Snape and Argus just now, when Snape knew that it was Lupin who provided protection for Sirius, he really planned to send him to Azkaban!
From Snape's perspective, you can investigate as long as you don't delay me from sending you in.
After you go in, I will investigate myself as well!
"Professor... you seem to be seriously injured."
"Do you want to go to Madam Pomfrey?"
Agus looked at Lupin, who was obviously bruised and swollen, but still insisted on waiting for him at the door, worried about his safety, and felt a little bit reluctant.
"It's okay! I'm used to this little injury!"
Lupin wiped the blood from his nose with his hand.
He looked at himself through the window, with some distress on his face.
"But it seems that I can't go to the hall for dinner."
"If I go there like this, I'm afraid it will scare a lot of little wizards."
"Professor Luping, you go back to the office first. I'll get some medicine and help you treat your wound."
Argos took out his wand and used it to tidy up Lupine's clothes.
Then he returned to the dormitory and dug out some healing potions in his suitcase.
Quickly came to Lupine's office.
These potions are indeed nothing to the wealthy saints.
But for a wizard like Lupin who had just escaped from poverty, the price was almost astronomical!
When I saw the liquid in Yagus's bottle, I didn't dare to take it at all.
He even regretted why he didn't go to Madam Pomfrey to save face.
If you go to Madam Pomfrey, the most you can get is a few scoldings from Madam Pomfrey. She knows her relationship with Snape and can probably guess it.
But Yagus...he is his student!
As a professor, how could he use his private potion in vain!
Lupine wanted to hand over the gold galleons to Yagus at the original price and touch his pocket.
With an embarrassed look on his face, he smiled coquettishly.
"Argus, I've been injured a lot in Knockturn Alley before. There's no need to waste potion on such a minor injury."
"You'd better take it back."
Yagus didn't pay attention and placed the potion on the table.
"Professor Lupine, you don't want other young wizards to know about your beating by Professor Snape, right?"
"The injuries on your face can be seen at a glance during class tomorrow."
"Even Madam Pomfrey's potion cannot fully restore her."
Lupine looked shaken.
As a professor, he still wanted to save some face.
At least, save some time in front of Harry.
After hesitating for a long time, he took the potion.