Gellert Grindelwald has always believed in one truth.
There is no creature in this world that is eternal or has no edges and corners.
In other words, the meaning of human beings is actually born at the moment of entering society.
Essentially, when people generalize about a person, they realistically refer to the sum of all his social relationships.
This social attribute is not innate. Over time, it can easily change, deflect, and take on different states on different occasions.
However, no matter how everything evolves and changes, it must have a starting point.
Just like the magical "talent" he advocated decades ago, and the pure-blood restoration instigated by Voldemort in Britain.
In Grindelwald's view, the starting position is often the core essence of a person - if all social identities are regarded as masks, then there will always be a face that cannot be interpreted.
For example, no matter how many dazzling titles Albus Dumbledore had, he was always the confused brother holding his sister and crying in Godric's Hollow;
For another example, when people brush aside the awe-inspiring deeds of Grindelwald, he is the student who was expelled from Durmstrang School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for studying dangerous dark magic;
Or...same reason.
Tom Riddle is an orphan.
"You are Elena's anchor in society and life..."
Grindelwald raised his head, looked at Benitez, and whispered with some jealousy.
"No matter how far that child goes in the future, this identity is something she can't let go of or abandon -"
"Apparently, when she was a small sampan, you could hold her to the shore with a hemp rope on a rainy day."
"But judging from the current situation, she is even more powerful than your aircraft carrier, and she faces stormy waves that are enough to destroy everything..."
The old devil paused for a moment, glanced at the expression of the man not far away, and after confirming that his "Muggle" metaphor was correct, he continued to speak.
"No one is eternal in this world, except the dead——"
"As a Muggle, your best shield is death."
"...Aircraft carrier? This metaphor is really exaggerated."
Benitez was silent for a moment, crossed his arms and sighed.
Even though Elena never explained it to him, just some scale armor was enough for him to imagine.
"So, why do you want to tell me so much and... how much time do I have left?"
"Oh, because you are going to Hogwarts Castle for the parent-teacher conference later."
Grindelwald grinned, put away his wand, and said meaningfully.
"Your words and deeds are very important, but not that important..."
"There are currently thousands of wizards in the castle. All the conversations and interactions between you and Elena will inevitably leave traces in the magical world."
"Your relationship cannot be hidden from the moment you step into the castle - people will find that Elena is not the 'orphan' they understand."
In the eyes of most students and parents at Hogwarts, Elena is a child who grew up in a Muggle orphanage.
The Ministry of Magic and the school board may know more information. For example, she may be a descendant of an ancient and powerful dark wizard, but she only recently recognized her ancestor.
However, with the emergence of Jose Benitez, some intriguing new variables will obviously be added.
All of this, all the speculations about Elena's mysterious life experience, will most likely start to move firmly in a certain direction the moment he appears.
Especially the wizards who have just been stunned by the news of "Dumbledore is missing", "Grindelwald is forced into the palace", and "Voldemort is half dead" are likely to turn their attention to Beni who suddenly appears next to Elena.
Tes - As a Muggle, José Benítez is an easy target.
"If this matter is really that troublesome, I can actually not..."
Benitez frowned tightly and spoke subconsciously, but he was interrupted again before he finished speaking.
"No, you have to go to Hogwarts."
Grindelwald shook his head, held up three fingers with an indifferent expression, and said unhurriedly.
"First of all, we can't hide you forever - not unless you die."
"Secondly, this involves a crucial game between Dumbledore, the Ministry of Magic, and that girl. Without you, the other party may not enter the game."
The corner of the old man's mouth twitched slightly, a hint of imperceptible warmth and favor flashed through his cloudy eyes, and he smiled and spoke softly.
"The last and most important point..."
"Although that girl says no, she actually still hopes that you can come to Hogwarts for the parent-teacher conference——"
Glancing at Benitez who seemed a little confused, the old devil sighed helplessly and looked at the Muggle man seriously.
"Dumbledore believes that you can be the insurance that restrains Elena from losing control."
"The Ministry of Magic may feel that through your relationship, they can indirectly influence a dangerous Dark Lord and his subordinates."
"And those 'enemies' who are hiding in the dark, and who may not even understand their motives, will most likely regard you as a very valuable hostage."
"None of this will disappear because of your belief and determination. As an ordinary Muggle, you can't even see the light of magic."
"therefore……"
Grindelwald paused again for a moment and took out a small crystal test tube and a syringe from his arms.
"If you really plan to protect that little guy, you must at least become a member of the magical world."
"This is the werewolf potion, or unprocessed werewolf serum."
"Choose now..."
The old devil stood up and gently placed the werewolf potion and syringe on the notice table next to Benitez.
This was what Dumbledore had given him before he disappeared, along with an "accompaniment request" to invite Benitez to Hogwarts for the parent-teacher conference.
If Jose Benitez's final answer is no, then he will not hesitate to pull out his magic wand and "kill" him.
There are many ways to erase someone, and Elena has given them too many suggestions and examples.
But no matter what, Grindelwald can definitely ensure that this man will disappear from Elena's world.
Even, disappear completely...if it is really necessary.
Maybe that girl will break up with them because of this, and even do many outrageous things impulsively.
But Grindelwald and Dumbledore knew very well that this was a choice that had to be made.
Just like the question they asked Elena a long time ago.
When the two worlds begin to merge and collide, the first question they have to consider is... the position of the successor.
You know, the red flag lowered by the non-magical community on Christmas a few years ago was the best warning.