Elwyn did not comment on the influx of Wizards into Europe.
On the surface, it seemed that this was a clash between different magic civilizations, and had a great impact on the original order of the magic world. However, the deeper reason behind this was war and broader social and ethnic issues.
The war between the Muggle Kingdoms had caused unrest in West Asia and North Africa, and a large number of refugees had poured into Europe.
All European countries faced this problem. Directly chasing away the refugees and foreign Wizards was not a solution. They had already lost their original homes, and had to leave their homes in search of a way to survive. Forcefully chasing them away and clashing with them would only breed hatred, and a larger war would break out.
To Elwyn, the only solution was to integrate witchcraft and magic to form a new system.
Just like the integration of magic and technology, it was slow, but it was indeed progressing.
Perhaps, in another 20 years, magic, witchcraft, and technology would merge to form a brand new magic world.
At that time, Wizards would use magic to drive technology, and occasionally use witchcraft or eastern magic.
As for the vampire shops that could be seen everywhere in Knockout Alley, Elwyn was a little surprised.
In the process of fighting against Lord Voldemort, the vampires of the Slytherin clan, led by Keresis and Elaine, had indeed helped greatly. They had played a vital role, and their efforts had been rewarded after the war.
For a long time, vampires had been a taboo existence, wandering around the fringes of the magic world.
But now, their identities had been recognized by the Ministry of Magic, and they could move around within a certain range.
It was just like werewolves. Although they were not accepted and hated, at least no Auror would capture vampires who appeared on the streets.
They could live a new life like normal Wizards, and they did not have to hide in the shadows.
As for Keresis, Elaine, and all the other vampires who were willing to start afresh, Elwyn felt that they deserved it.
But from the situation in the future, things were not so simple.
As they advanced deeper into Knockout Alley, a pale-faced, ferocious-looking man with bloodstains all over his body, wrapped tightly in a black robe, pounced at the three of them from an abandoned house.
There was a strange sound coming from his throat, as if he was going to drag one of them into the house …
If it wasn't for his vital signs, Elwyn would have thought that this man was a Yin Corpse.
He quickly waved his wand, and with a flash of red light, the man's body flew backward and landed heavily inside the house. Following which, the dilapidated door was slammed shut, and a large amount of dust fell.
"Disgusting, these vampires!" Delphi snorted coldly.
"This guy is a vampire?" Elwyn asked in surprise. "Then why doesn't he use magic?"
"He's a magic addict!" Delphi said. "This guy must be trying to get magic from us."
"Demon Addict?"
"Don't you know?" Delphi raised his head and looked at Elwyn. "This has become a serious problem in society!"
"This is the first time I've heard of this term. You know, we've never been to Knockout Alley before." Elwyn said hurriedly.
"Delphi, my dear cousin is the kind of student who is focused on his studies and doesn't care much about the magic world." Riddle continued, "In Hogwarts, there are no magic addicts, and the professors rarely talk about it. I've heard that they often attack wizards who are alone … "
He was also interested in what Delphi said about magic addicts. This was something he did not understand.
Compared to Elwyn's direct question, Riddle's words were much smoother, as if he already knew about it.
"Yes, that's what magic addicts do. To be honest, Elwyn, you should know more common sense. This has been discussed in the newspapers for many years, there are very few wizards who don't know about it. " Delphi paused and continued, "The Ministry of Magic has taken some measures, but it's useless. The number of magic addicts is increasing at a terrifying rate, not only in Knockout Alley, but also in other places."
"What are these magic addicts?"
"They're a term for vampires who have lost their powers," Delphi said. "I'm not too sure about the origin of magic addicts. It seems that the group of vampires who fought against The Dark Lord suddenly lost their powers and could no longer use magic …"
Elwyn and Riddle looked at each other. They did not know what a magic addict was, but this story sounded very familiar. It was one of the side effects of the Evil God's body being destroyed. Both of them were personally involved, and it was caused by Elwyn.
After the Evil God was destroyed, the Slytherin clan who used its blood for The Embrace lost their powers and became ordinary people.
Keresis said that without the restraints, they would start anew, but he did not expect it to develop to this state.
It was not a start, but a deeper level of degeneration.
"Some of these Vampires who lost their powers were originally gifted in magic and became wizards. They were no different from normal wizards except that they needed to drink fresh blood. Some of them became muggles, or more accurately, squeaks." Delphi said, "These completely powerless vampires later found out that by drinking the blood of wizards or other magical items, they would regain their powers and use magic again. But the magic that they obtained would quickly dissipate. Under the effects of magic addiction, they lost control and lost their minds. They crazily absorbed all the magic energy they could feel, bringing chaos to the magic world … "
"According to what you said, the number of magic addicts should be limited, and not increasing."
"That's the scary part," Delphi said in a low voice. Delphi lowered his voice again. "The Embrace method left behind by the Vampire clan is still effective. Using that method, you can even turn ordinary Muggles into Vampires. Of course, it's the kind of Vampires who can't use magic, that is, magic addicts …"
"Can the Muggle be Embraced?" Elwyn frowned.
"That sounds interesting!" Riddle glanced at Elwyn and gloated. "Let me guess what happened later. This method of The Embrace was publicized by some people, and many people knew how to become magic addicts."
"That's right. When the Ministry of Magic found out about this, it was already too late. They could not control the source of the magic addicts." Delphi nodded. "Although we have cracked down on them and arrested many people, the number of Magic Addicts is increasing and spreading like a virus. Muggles can't become Wizards, but they can become Magic Addicts. Through this method of using magic, they hide in the shadows and look for all possibilities to attack Wizards. That is the easiest source of magic for them to find."
"What happens if a wizard falls into the hands of a magic addict?"
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