[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-hogwarts-john-wick":3,"chapter-hogwarts-john-wick-hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-548":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},1646409,2109,"Chapter 548 548: 548: Hello, Edgar, Rosier","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-548",548,"\u003Cp>\"The money I got from the Niffler is almost gone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how much the Niffler had, it couldn't withstand John's spending habits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, John had planned to carry out his second temporal flash within two months, but the circus tour had delayed things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He weaved through the hidden district's winding streets before stopping in an alley and slowly turning around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You've been following me for quite a while. You should at least explain your purpose.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not far behind him stood a tall man with a pale face, smiling faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man lifted his head, revealing dark golden eyes beneath the brim of his hat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me guess, you didn't take a liking to my flowers, did you?\" John said, seeing those eyes reminded him of Heinrich.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just a joke, Mr. Yorl.\" The man bowed slightly, removing his hat to reveal smooth black hair. \"Wolfgang Edgar. You may not know me, but among those I follow, you are of great importance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's quite the compliment.\" John shrugged. \"I'm just an ordinary wizard passing by.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For the great Grindelwald to remember someone as insignificant as me is truly an honor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he spoke the word \"great,\" there was neither fear nor reverence in his tone, only a calm indifference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang looked at John deeply. When he had heard this name from Grindelwald, he had been surprised by the light he followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew Grindelwald too well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wizard of immense pride, the only person he truly regarded was the one serving as the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts—Dumbledore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet, \"Yorl\" was a name Grindelwald had mentioned many times after Wolfgang began following him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That name had always appeared alongside Dumbledore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only someone as trusted as Wolfgang was allowed to know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grindelwald's fixation on \"Yorl\" was no less than his fixation on Dumbledore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It could even be said that it had reached the point where Wolfgang had once considered counting which name appeared more often.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Grindelwald's arrest, Wolfgang, as his confidant, was not worried at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He even knew that after this, new members would join Grindelwald's revolutionary cause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was Grindelwald's charisma. Anyone who came into contact with him would, without realizing it, be drawn into his fold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang had assumed his leader would reach out only after expanding his followers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But unexpectedly, within the first week of his imprisonment, Grindelwald had already found a way to contact him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang learned one piece of information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The person named \"Yorl\" had reappeared after more than twenty years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Wolfgang's task was to find him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fleeting glimpse in Diagon Alley had led Wolfgang to follow John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Yorl, would I have the honor of inviting you for a drink?\" Wolfgang extended the invitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John smiled faintly. \"My appearance fee is quite expensive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I believe Edgar can afford it,\" Wolfgang replied with a confident smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the head of the ancient pure-blood Edgar family, he had the means to back it up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, I suppose I need to go, don't I?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John glanced behind him. A beautiful woman had appeared there at some point, wand in hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bright eyes, red lips—like a black rose in full bloom, proud and cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"First time meeting you, Mr. Yorl. Vinda Rozier.\" Vinda stared at John, her wand ready at any moment to prevent him from escaping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grindelwald's right and left hands—John was being treated with no small importance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike in America, where Grindelwald had been alone, Europe was his true stronghold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang stepped aside, making way and extending his right hand in invitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John knew the chances of leaving now were slim. He walked toward Wolfgang, making no move to resist, and accepted the invitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They entered a small tavern with only a few patrons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang sat across from John, while behind him, Vinda observed John with a scrutinizing gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An 1882 Austrian wine.\" Wolfgang gently swirled the crimson liquid in his glass, speaking with admiration. \"Wine is a fascinating thing. With time, it only grows richer and more refined.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"People are the same.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through the glass of wine, his gaze settled on John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And you, Mr. Yorl?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang leaned forward slightly, his hands loosely clasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your age doesn't seem like that of a man in his forties.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Grindelwald searched for you many times, yet you never appeared. So why have you suddenly returned now, and at the very moment he's been captured?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang stared at John, his mind full of questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These weren't just his questions, but Grindelwald's as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was an interrogation. Facing two wizards, John remained completely composed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He picked up the wine glass and gently swirled it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The aroma of the wine spread as it moved, and John let out a soft laugh. \"You're asking too many questions, Edgar.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaning back against the chair, John looked entirely at ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There are things you should know. But what price can you offer?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A price?\" Wolfgang echoed, surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John spoke as if it were only natural. \"Equivalent exchange.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think you're mistaken, Mr. Yorl,\" Wolfgang said with a quiet chuckle. \"Do you perhaps misunderstand your current situation?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gestured toward Vinda. \"We're the ones who have you under control.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A misunderstanding? No, you're wrong.\" John shook his head and said calmly, \"It's not you controlling me. It's me controlling you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John hadn't even drawn his wand, yet his arrogant tone made Wolfgang find it almost laughable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John returned the smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next second—Badump!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A crushing pressure surged outward from him, rushing straight toward the two in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang's smile vanished instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vinda shot to her feet, her wand firmly aimed at John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to be nervous,\" John said calmly. \"Just a demonstration.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Glancing at the wand that hadn't moved, he added flatly, \"Your magic can't kill me. You can try.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Vinda!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang raised his hand, stopping her from making another move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Staring at John, Wolfgang had a feeling that this man wasn't joking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As one of Grindelwald's closest aides, Vinda listened to Wolfgang, then looked at John again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly, she lowered her wand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John tilted his head slightly. \"I've met someone who uses the Killing Curse like popping candies. That guy isn't very bright, but I can guarantee he's stronger than you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vinda's expression turned serious. John let out a light chuckle. \"No need to be tense. I'm not like you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't kill easily,\" John said with a faint smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang was beginning to understand why Grindelwald couldn't let this man go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Powerful, confident, elegant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So then, what is the price?\" Wolfgang wanted to see what this man, who traded in information, was after.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compromise was the first step toward losing a negotiation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a meaningful tone, he said, \"Perhaps the Deathly Hallows would be a good choice.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang's expression changed. Instinctively, he grabbed the pendant at his collar—the one formed by a line, a circle, and a triangle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How did you—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stopped mid-sentence, realizing he had revealed something, and closed his mouth, staring at John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to be so surprised.\" John shrugged. \"Do you still want the answer?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To trade the Elder Wand…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang was not that extravagant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at John for a long moment, then slowly shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then we can change the terms.\" John straightened up, lightly tapping the wine glass with one finger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A layer of frost spread across the glass, faint cold seeping out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll kill Dumbledore for you. That… should be sincere enough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wolfgang tried to read something from John's face, but all he saw was calm indifference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kill Dumbledore?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving aside whether Grindelwald would even want that, Dumbledore's strength was not something anyone could boast about lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need time to consider,\" Wolfgang said cautiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John shrugged. The moment his finger left the glass, the frozen wine returned to its normal state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I hope you'll think it through carefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood and walked toward the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vinda moved as if to stop him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John said flatly, \"In a place full of innocent wizards like this, do you really want to start a fight with me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring the wand pointed at him, he walked out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Vinda did not make a move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For now, they were fugitives. Until Grindelwald was freed, they needed to keep a low profile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the three of them fought, it would undoubtedly draw the attention of the French Aurors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then, they would have no way to answer to Grindelwald.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>____\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>o(*￣▽￣*)ブSupport and Read 12 Chapters ahead: Patreon\u002FDragonel\u003C\u002Fp>",1416,"2026-06-06T11:46:12.863Z",1,"novelbin.me","7712a64d8a2706366f51b95c3b513a3e8cbb03ba2ce3cbbca25e36ad683aa699","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-549","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-547",577,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhogwarts-john-wick-cover.jpg"]