[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-hogwarts-john-wick":3,"chapter-hogwarts-john-wick-hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-451":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Hogwarts’ John Wick",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1646135,2109,"Chapter 451 451: 451: The Giants Have Disappeared","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-451",451,"\u003Cp>Harry felt that whoever came up with this kind of match had to be an absolute genius.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He watched the owner of the Quidditch Quality shop get knocked off his broom by a snowball, then saw a gap-toothed wizard in green preparing to throw the Quaffle—only for the goal hoop to be packed completely with snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pitch was blanketed in white. In the end, the Quidditch Quality shop owner managed to catch the Golden Snitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A loud crack echoed through the stadium as a group of broom-riding ice witches soared overhead, scattering handfuls of sweets from the bags on their backs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Golden Snitch in the shop owner's hand trembled violently, burst free, and shot into the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It transformed into a massive firework.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adults and children alike were completely wild with joy that day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Laughter filled the entire amusement park, making this not-yet-opened magical park settle into everyone's hearts long before its official debut.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the VIP room above, Barty Crouch Sr. sighed. \"Holding a match like this every year would be quite something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John watched the firework burst into the words Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes and gave a soft laugh. \"That's one way to cover maintenance expenses.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All those pricey fireworks and ice witches were free advertising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the perfect chance to build a reputation—no one would pass up the opportunity to invest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Listening to the cheers below, Crouch felt the fear left by the Dark Lord fade away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He understood the success of today's event as well. \"All right. For what comes next—so long as it isn't too outrageous—I'll turn a blind eye.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Barty Crouch Sr. looked at John, his expression turning stern. \"Incidents like what happened to the Shafiq family must not happen again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had originally come today to demand an explanation about the attack on the Rosier family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The public report claimed the culprit hadn't been found and suggested Dark wizards were responsible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Crouch's people had reported seeing the Star Desciples' execution platform appear that night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There aren't many Rosiers left,\" Crouch said, softening his tone. \"If something happens to them, it will cause social unrest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John gave a quiet laugh. \"Barty, some things can't simply be dragged out and ignored.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We both know what they've done.\" John's voice carried an unspoken meaning. \"And as I recall, you're not the indecisive type.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm only worried you'll go too far—and then there's that business with old Jack,\" Crouch said gravely. \"At least three wizards disappeared. You could have let the Aurors handle it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know very well those men went after an underage kid,\" John replied mildly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You…\" Crouch was at a loss for words. After a long pause, he said, \"Amelia Bones is watching you closely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't mind being watched,\" John said, unruffled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crouch gave John a long, deep look before leaving the stadium.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John straightened his clothes and gazed down through the floor-to-ceiling window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If not for the red and green shirts, Diagon Alley and Knockturn Alley almost looked as though they had blended together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sir,\" Tommy said as he entered once Crouch had left. His expression was grim. \"We've got results from the giant investigation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The giants have disappeared.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Searching for giants across the world was like looking for a needle in a haystack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But John had a half-giant friend who had once visited the giants' territory. He'd gotten their whereabouts from Hagrid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, with Johnny Silverhand's Floo network spread across Europe, several days of searching had led to a discouraging conclusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sir, can it be because of Voldemort,\" Tommy asked, \"or Grindelwald?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John thought for a moment. \"Grindelwald wasn't known for working with magical creatures during his active years. So it's Voldemort, then?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint chill flashed through his eyes. John wasn't surprised that giants would join Voldemort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had been driven out long ago; bitterness toward wizards was inevitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their resistance to magic was extremely high—ordinary spells couldn't harm them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Voldemort had drawn them in, his strength had just grown considerably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems he's already gathering his forces for war.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John rubbed his ring, his eyes half-lowered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Giants weren't suitable for stealth. The moment those massive creatures appeared, they would be spotted instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Voldemort recruiting them could mean only one thing—he was preparing the foundation for war.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about Bellatrix and Narcissa?\" John asked next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tommy looked troubled. \"Narcissa hasn't contacted Bellatrix in a long time. The only thing we can confirm is that Bellatrix is still somewhere in the country.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Voldemort left his only remaining subordinate inside Britain just like that?\" John narrowed his eyes, wondering if Voldemort had abandoned Bellatrix entirely and was using her as bait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Publish an article. Make sure the Order of the Phoenix sees it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John had no intention of informing the Order personally, despite the delicate relationship between the Constellation Society and the Order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were still a force that could be used against Voldemort—so it was better to let them handle the matter of the giants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that day,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A newspaper article titled Where Have the Giants Gone? appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It cited the perspective of a magizoologist who had gone searching for signs of giant activity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The article quickly drew the attention of the Order of the Phoenix.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the dinner table, Charlie frowned. \"First dragons go missing, and now giants too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lupin's expression shifted. He took the newspaper and began reading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Arthur,\" he said quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As head of the family, Arthur Weasley gave a solemn nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They left together to discuss the matter somewhere more private.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry still didn't know anything about it—he was busy helping Sirius decorate the Black manor ahead of time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today, however, the old house received an unexpected visitor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing the doorbell, Harry ran to answer it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the moment he opened the door, he saw the last person he wanted to encounter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Snape… Professor.\" He had no idea why Snape would show up here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Harry, who is it?\" Sirius called from inside, still trying to figure out how to light the star on top of the Christmas tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a Muggle-style Christmas ornament Mr. Weasley had given him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sirius came downstairs—and his expression darkened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Severus? What are you doing here?\" Sirius hadn't forgotten how this man had taken his grudge out on Harry by putting him in detention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You should learn to read, Black,\" Snape drawled in that long, slow voice. \"Order of the Phoenix, meeting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sirius understood immediately. He opened the window to let an owl in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Attached to its leg was the summons for the meeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A short while later, Mr. Weasley arrived at the Black manor with several of the children.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron came in and greeted Harry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Harry, you and Ron go upstairs for now,\" Mr. Weasley said, sending them up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry wanted to stay and listen, but he could feel the heaviness in the air around the Order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tonks and Moody had also arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kingsley still needed to stay at the Ministry a while longer to handle Auror assignments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moody stumped in on his wooden leg. He'd been injured by Death Eaters not long ago, and even with Christmas approaching, the wound still gave him trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone's here except Kingsley.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lupin placed the newspaper on the table. \"The giants have disappeared.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dumbledore once sent Hagrid on a secret mission,\" Moody growled, voice rough. \"That mission failed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Death Eaters made contact with the giants. We originally thought that after the Death Eaters were wiped out, the matter would end there.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But clearly, it didn't,\" Tonks said anxiously. \"How do we know it's the Dark Lord?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides Hagrid, only Death Eaters ever went there,\" Lupin said gravely. \"Giants don't migrate. For them to vanish on such a large scale, there's only one possibility.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They've been hidden away,\" Sirius finished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere grew heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where's Dumbledore?\" Mr. Weasley finally asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a matter this serious, it was strange that Dumbledore wasn't present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snape answered in his usual slow drawl, \"Dumbledore is at Hogwarts. Something hidden at Hogwarts…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lupin lifted his gaze toward Snape, hoping for some explanation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snape pretended not to notice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meeting dragged on late into the night. It was nearly midnight when Kingsley arrived at the Black manor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was simply too much happening at the Ministry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Ministry employees themselves, Mr. Weasley, Tonks, and former Auror Moody understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the moment Kingsley stepped in, he dropped a bombshell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A real head-spinning one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Old Jack is missing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The werewolf councillor?\" Sirius asked immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lupin shot to his feet, unable to stay seated. \"What happened?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kingsley said grimly, \"It's suspected he was attacked by anti-werewolf extremists. Aurors wanted to intervene, but they were stopped.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huh? Who can stop Aurors?\" Bill blurted out instinctively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the wizarding world, most people subconsciously believed Aurors held tremendous authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was precisely why the Department of Magical Law Enforcement was the Ministry's most powerful arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kingsley spoke a name that made everyone's scalp prickle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Johnny Silverhand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>________\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>o(*￣▽￣*)ブSupport and Read 12 Chapters ahead: Patreon\u002FDragonel\u003C\u002Fp>",1493,"2026-06-06T11:45:53.362Z",1,"novelbin.me","9d3b3f0327fcb883c629df3c74533fae8a037da9a3e0939b922cd208c8fcfb69","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-452","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-150",577,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhogwarts-john-wick-cover.jpg"]