"Thank you, but it's okay. Allen and Emily took a long time to come out at that time …" Albert frowned and hesitated for a while. Out of a sense of responsibility, he rejected John Bartha's kindness. "When we're done here, I'll have to trouble you when we go back."
"No problem. You don't have to worry about what happens after we're done. Go do your thing first." John Bartha shook his short curly hair and smiled. Albert's answer proved his speculation. "Then let's speed up the process … Let's go in and announce it directly."
The Ministry of Magic walked through the bronze gate in a mighty manner.
President Nagnock, who had been waiting for a long time, hurried over with the higher-ups. More ordinary sprites also stopped what they were doing and stared angrily at these intruders in their eyes. In just a few days, the relationship between the sprites and the wizards had worsened.
"Director Harris, Director Bartha …" Nagnock's expression was not as calm and polite as it was a few days ago. "We should have paid the compensation for Diagon Alley. The Ministry of Magic has surrounded Gringotte again today, right?"
"I'm in a hurry, so I'll get straight to the point." Albert was a little impatient with the fake courtesy of these gentlemen. "You and I both know what was broadcast on the news today."
"President Nagnock, we're not here to explain things to you." John Bartha stood in front of Nagnock calmly. The situation now was different from when Lunn was rejected by Gringotte. Now that he had the facts, his tone was more aggressive than before. "We're here to inform and execute the Ministry of Magic's decision."
"I'd like to hear the details …" Nagnock's short little hands were behind his back.
"First, the Ministry of Magic will enter Gringotte and its internal tunnels to further investigate the mysterious person's appearance in Gringotte and the incident of your bank's fire dragon attacking Diagon Alley," Bartha said matter-of-factly.
The sprites all maintained their silence. Gringotte was terrifyingly stifling.
"Second, the Ministry of Magic will bring back all the sprites and security guards who appeared in the surveillance footage to assist in the investigation," John Bartha said loudly with his chin held high.
In an instant, Gringotte became restless, and the sprites who had appeared in the surveillance video argued angrily.
"My men told me that Mr. Ring isn't around?" Albert asked.
If the anger in the eyes of the fairies had materialized, the heat it contained could have burned them to death.
"I will go back with you to explain, but they are only fulfilling their duties. They should not be taken away because of this." Nagenoch loosened the tie on his collar and intertwined his slender fingers. "Tab was sent abroad to report on his work because of the fire dragon incident in Gringotte."
"I understand." Albert nodded and reminded, "If you can contact him, please inform him of this news. If he does not report to the Ministry of Magic within the time limit, the Ministry of Magic will further pursue his responsibility."
"These are all trivial matters." John Bartha unfolded a scroll of parchment, which contained the information he had just informed. The Ministry of Magic's badge flashed. "Finally, Gringotte will suspend its business during the investigation period. It can only resume business after the Ministry of Magic's investigation is completed. Please cooperate and support. "
This final strike caused Gringotts to be unable to suppress their anger. The Sprites waved their slender arms in protest. They rushed to Nagenok's back, and their voices of protest converged into a tidal wave.
"Mr. Bartha, your so-called evidence is the surveillance footage of Gringotte that was obtained through illegal means? Just because the Lord Voldemort did not scare him to death, it means that we are in contact? " Nagenoch's beard was trembling with anger. He tried his best to refute, "There is no precedent or related punishment. What legal basis does the Ministry of Magic have for these measures against Gringotte? Do you know how many noble families are among our customers? "
"Of course, the Ministry of Magic will not harm the interests of others. Wizards who have vaults in Gringotte can enter their vaults and withdraw their belongings under the accompaniment of the Ministry of Magic's Aura," Bartha said casually. "But this is only limited to withdrawing business. If you want to deposit your belongings, you have to wait until the Ministry of Magic's investigation is completed and Gringotte can resume business."
"We have reminded you fairies …" Albert pressed one hand on his arm and said coldly, "If Bellatrix is your customer and you have an obligation to keep her secret, the Ministry of Magic can understand and clearly reminded you that Lord Voldemort is not included in this list. Just because he doesn't kill people doesn't mean anything. But Gringotte didn't warn or inform the Ministry of Magic before you knew that The Dark Lord had appeared and might be related to the Fire Dragon Case. We have to investigate this matter thoroughly."
Nagnoc felt that he had fallen into a trap and his heart was trembling. Gringotte was directly intervened by the wizard government in the name of investigation. This would embarrass Gringotte, which was already involved in a scandal where powerful wizards could use ancient magic to directly enter. Not only would it no longer be the safest place, but its reputation for protecting the privacy of its customers would also plummet. Furthermore, it would prove that Gringotte was covering up for The Dark Lord. The fact that The Dark Lord was related to the Fire Dragon Case would undoubtedly anger most wizards. Many people had already gathered outside to protest. Thirdly, and most importantly, the Ministry of Magic wanted to suspend Gringotte's daily operations. They were not allowed to deposit or withdraw money, and they had to cooperate with the surveillance. The pure-blooded families that British Gringotte relied on would probably abandon their traditions and habits in the face of such a situation. By then, even if the Ministry of Magic's investigation was completed, Gringotte would lose its last shred of confidence.
Nagnoc's fingers were tightly clenched in his fists. He stared straight at John Bartha and insisted, "I'm willing to go back with you. Even the sprites that appeared in the surveillance footage can go back with you for investigation. I'll even call the tab back. However, Gringotte's business shouldn't be monitored by the Ministry of Magic like this. You have no legal basis for doing this."
The fairies also expressed their willingness to accept the Ministry of Magic's investigation just like the president. However, they strongly objected to the Ministry of Magic's investigation and monitoring of Gringotts. They threatened to do so even if they have to bleed or sacrifice themselves, they wouldn't mind …
"I think I heard someone talking about a sprite rebellion?" Albert released his hand from the Sensory Mark. He just received a message from his mother telling him not to rush back home. He felt a little guilty. "I think if you really want to do this, it'll make things easier for both of us."
"Although the sprite rebellions have hurt some of the wizards' resentment, they all ended in failure. You've also lost the right to use your wands. Now, I think the Ministry of Magic of the United Kingdom is stronger than any other Ministry of Magic in history …" John Bartha tried to appease Nagnoc, but there was a hint of threat in his words. "This time, you're in the wrong first. President Nagnoc, as a lover of peace, I advise you to listen to the Ministry of Magic's decision …"
"In fact, let's not talk about whether the Ministry of Magic will accept your proposal. If you really do as you wish, I'll bring my men back with me." Albert, as a serious but fair Aura, showed some anger on his face. He pointed at the door impatiently. "I think without our protection, those wizards who were forced to come to the United Kingdom to accept our protection because of Gringotte's mistake will cause more damage than your suspension of business, right?"
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