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The Ministry gave me the Time-Shift Square—I couldn’t waste such a powerful card.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What exactly is the Time-Shift Square?” Madame Maxime asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s a device that greatly amplifies the last two spells cast by a wand when a wand’s core reacts in a twin-core resonance,” Harry said. “Since only my wand and Voldemort’s share twin cores, this device was specially crafted to help me defeat Voldemort in duels.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You can defeat Voldemort? A fourteen-year-old boy defeating the most powerful Dark Wizard?” Vaskov challenged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clearly, under such stringent conditions, its effect must be extraordinarily potent,” Donald interrupted. “If Harry fully unleashes the Time-Shift Square’s power, defeating Voldemort is not impossible.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they fell silent, Harry continued: “I crashed into the maze, and then the maze shifted. I walked a short distance and suddenly saw an exit. When I stepped out, I was astonished to find myself already at the top level.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s impossible. No such luck exists,” Vaskov pressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Perhaps Dumbledore temporarily manipulated the maze’s movement,” Donald retorted immediately. “Stop picking on him—let Harry finish.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“When I reached the top, I saw Voldemort facing off against Dumbledore,” Harry began describing the scene. But after mentioning the Flame Serpent, he had to start fabricating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...At that moment, I saw Voldemort pull out a metal wand and attack Dumbledore. The professor quickly conjured a small silver shield to block it. I immediately leapt out, pointing my wand at Voldemort and ordering him to stop. Sure enough, Voldemort kept one hand pressing down on Dumbledore while raising his yew wand toward me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry paused, then continued: “Seizing the opportunity, Dumbledore dismissed the silver shield and unleashed a golden torrent of magic that neutralized Voldemort’s blue laser beam, temporarily suppressing him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you remember who stood on the left side of the magical clash and who stood on the right?” Donald suddenly asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry recalled the scene he had meticulously imagined, then replied: “From my perspective, Dumbledore was on the right.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Nothing. Keep going,” Donald sighed slightly, disappointed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Uh, as I said, Dumbledore had suppressed Voldemort, but he clearly wasn’t certain of victory—he shouted at me twice: ‘Do it, Harry, do it!’” Harry mimicked Dumbledore’s tone. “So I drew my wand and cast the Stasis Charm. The Time-Shift Square activated, amplifying the charm—but too much. It engulfed Dumbledore as well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“At that moment, Barty arrived in the TARDIS, but there was an Anti-Apparition ward. He tried to crash through—and though the TARDIS shattered the ward, it exploded. Fortunately, the Stasis Charm had just completed, so I barely had time to cast a Barrier Charm to protect myself and the painting,” Harry said. “The explosion shattered the tower, but I noticed the Time-Shift Square still held residual energy. I quickly cast a Restoration Charm, using the leftover power to repair the destroyed tower—and it worked.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We did see the tower shattered, fragments suspended in midair, then restored moments later,” Madame Maxime said. “But both resisting the explosion and repairing the structure required immense magical power. Did you really do this yourself?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Qiu did it—but Harry couldn’t say so. Mentioning Zhang Qiu’s Zhengyi Jiangsheng Weimeng Lu would force him to explain why she cast such a spell—it couldn’t possibly be just to repair the tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Earlier, an accident left the Time-Shift Square overcharged. After sealing Voldemort and Dumbledore, it still retained considerable energy. And if the stored magic isn’t used promptly after activation, it risks triggering a second explosion,” Harry replied without hesitation. “That’s precisely why the Ministry and Dumbledore never included me in their original plan—using the Time-Shift Square carries serious risk.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But what was your original plan?” Madame Maxime asked, feigning casual curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We had no plan at all. We accidentally learned that Voldemort, after reading the newspaper, believed I posed a serious threat and intended to attack me,” Harry knew this question was equally sensitive. “The Ministry gave me the Time-Shift Square in advance to ensure I could defend myself against any attack from Voldemort—not to send me to duel him. I admit I handled this poorly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Given the blood feud between them, I find it understandable,” Donald tirelessly defended Harry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Considering Voldemort might ambush me at the final task of the Triwizard Tournament, Dumbledore voluntarily offered to guard the tower’s summit. Barty promised to rush to support us at the first sign of battle—but he arrived too late. Not only late, but he drove recklessly and wrecked the TARDIS even after I had already succeeded,” Harry deliberately revealed a hint of resentment. “I suspect he did it on purpose.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why would he deliberately cause this explosion?” Madame Maxime asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry explained the theory of the River of Time again. The others wore skeptical expressions, but Vaskov gave an almost imperceptible nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...And during our second year, the Ministry used the Chamber of Secrets to undermine Dumbledore. This explosion may even involve those same political motives—I find it utterly unreasonable,” Harry said, feigning outrage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Technically, time theory—and that machine starting with a T—” Madame Maxime leaned forward, “are Ministry secrets. And you just told us all this?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Because I slipped Veritaserum into the tea,” Donald immediately beamed with smug satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry stared at Donald in shock. He had spun his lies effortlessly, yet felt no trace of Veritaserum. But then he understood: Donald was further enhancing the credibility of his words, preventing Vaskov from pressing further about the maze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, I’m so sorry,” Madame Maxime said at once. “Go rest. We’ll discuss the tournament matters further.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I think I should give up the trophy,” Harry suddenly said. “Renata unquestionably passed every trial. I only succeeded by luck, and I never truly focused on the competition.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are you certain?” Donald asked. “What does Cedric think?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I think it’s fair,” Cedric spoke up from beside them. “After all, Dumbledore ordered us to leave the magical tower. Fleur and Elina obeyed—they had their chance too. I agree the trophy should go to Renata—or we should hold a rematch.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There has never been a rematch in Triwizard Tournament history,” Madame Maxime said, glancing apologetically at her champion—only to find her gazing blankly into space. “Then the trophy will go to Renata.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having settled that matter, the judging panel still had one task: write letters to Hogwarts and Durmstrang, instructing them to appoint two new headmasters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the afternoon, Snape arrived at Beauxbatons—confirming one thing: he had been chosen as Hogwarts’ new headmaster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ll discuss more when we return, Potter,” he looked somewhat sorrowful. “But I can tell you good news: no student or professor died in the Hogwarts battle. Some were injured, but Madam Pomfrey will heal them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So the Hogwarts battle did happen,” Harry sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The situation is now far more complicated. I’m not even sure what Dumbledore told you—or what he left out,” Snape shook his head. “Grindelwald left his memories for you—they’re in the headmaster’s office. When you return, use the Pensieve to view them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m certain Dumbledore regarded you as his own...” Snape hesitated. Harry saw his grim face twitch, as if trying to force a smile. “You’ve grown up. But I’ll continue to watch over you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now you may return to the train and rest. Tomorrow morning, after the ceremony, we depart for Hogwarts,” Snape said, then walked into the judges’ room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harry returned to the train. Ron eagerly asked him what had happened. Harry patiently recounted his entire story exactly as he had told it. Ronald Weasley was someone he could fully confide in—he might not offer constructive advice, but he would never betray him. After weaving countless lies, Harry craved someone to unburden himself to. Now he had a faint understanding of Barty—though Barty never imagined Harry could survive such a dire situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But why say all that?” Ron asked. “If Dumbledore never comes out, it’s the same for the Soviet Union, isn’t it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I never intended to use Dumbledore to scare the Soviets,” Harry explained. “The card I’m playing is Voldemort. According to Grindelwald, though Voldemort is sealed inside the painting, destroying the painting would allow him to resurrect via his Horcruxes. Renata heard those exact words—she’ll tell Vaskov. Grindelwald is the absolute authority on Dark Magic—they’ll believe him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So the painting is in my possession, the Horcruxes are scattered among the Death Eaters. Britain’s situation is chaotic, but the Soviets still dare not act against us—if we’re pushed too far, we’ll simply summon the Dark Lord again. Then they won’t benefit either,” Harry said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But what if Voldemort really does return?” Ron said sadly. “Dumbledore has no Horcruxes—he’ll die if you burn the painting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You actually believed your own lie?” Harry laughed softly, then whispered: “Don’t you remember? I said from the start—they weren’t sealed inside the painting. They’re trapped in that frozen pocket of time. As for the painting? 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