Hp:Merlin From Azkaban

Here is the refined version of Chapter 10 with improved grammar and readability while maintaining the tone and structure aligned with Harry Potter movies. The word count has been preserved.

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Chapter 10: Past Events, Who is the Enemy?

In the days that followed, Dana mostly stayed inside his room, spending his time reading.

He only occasionally chatted with Hannah or Old Tom.

More importantly, he changed his routine—

Instead of using his golden finger at midnight, he waited until morning to summon Merlin's XX.

After all, he was still a child.

And he needed proper sleep.

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Failed Summons

"Merlin's Spellbook."

[Merlin doesn't have a spellbook.]

"Merlin's Magic Notebook."

A notebook appeared in his hands—ancient, metal-bound.

Dana's heart leapt with excitement.

But the moment he opened it, his excitement vanished.

The text inside?

Completely unreadable.

"Merlin's Weapon."

[Merlin doesn't have a weapon.]

Dana sighed.

For three days, he had failed to strengthen himself.

By the fourth day, he threw caution to the wind—

"Merlin's Stockings!"

A pair of woolen medieval stockings materialized before him.

Dana stared.

Then he sighed again.

These weren't refined, enchanted artifacts.

They were just socks.

Dana frowned.

"Merlin didn't even have briefs, but he had stockings?"

Then it hit him—

Underwear wasn't invented until 1935.

Back in medieval England, men wore codpieces—

And those weren't worn inside…

They were worn outside, often metal or leather.

That meant… medieval trousers were still empty inside.

"That must have been… freeing."

For a brief moment, he considered summoning—

"Merlin's Codpiece."

But immediately dismissed the idea.

There was no point in summoning useless junk.

His final experiment was "Merlin's Robe".

A deep purple wizard's robe appeared—

Unlike the stockings, this one was special.

It was permanently enchanted with:

Protection against cuts and piercing spells.

Resistance to fire and water.

Finally. A gain.

But that was his only success in the past few days.

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The 20th Arrives

When the twentieth day came, Dana was ready.

Dressed in his enchanted purple robe, he transformed into Darke Dantes once more.

Then, he returned to Knockturn Alley.

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A Changed Knockturn Alley

Something was different.

The usual criminals?

Fewer than before.

Instead, Dana saw Aurors in black uniforms patrolling the streets.

It seemed the Ministry of Magic had taken notice of his previous massacre.

That… surprised him.

"I thought they wouldn't care if a few scumbags died."

"Guess I was wrong."

Just then, an Auror stepped in front of him.

"Excuse me, sir, what is your name?"

Dana smiled.

"Darke Dantes."

This was a test.

If the Auror reacted, it meant either:

Gringotts' banker, Puchi, had reported him.

Mr. Borgin had betrayed him.

The Auror, however, showed no reaction.

Instead, he asked,

"Dantes? That's an unusual surname. You're not from England, are you?"

"Correct. I'm a Frenchman, born in China. I'm here for business."

The Auror narrowed his eyes.

"Business? What kind of business?"

Dana gestured toward Borgin and Burkes.

"Alchemy artifacts. The Eastern market is expanding. I need to stock up before demand rises."

The Auror nodded.

"You must be wealthy, then. That robe of yours looks expensive."

Dana chuckled.

"Oh, don't let its condition fool you—this is a medieval antique."

The Auror raised an eyebrow.

"Impressive. I wouldn't dare wear an antique outside."

"Well, Auror, if there's nothing else, I have an appointment with Mr. Borgin."

The Auror hesitated before saying,

"Mr. Dantes, I must advise you—stay within the law while you're in England. Mr. Borgin… doesn't have the best reputation. I'd hate to see your name on a deportation list."

Dana nodded politely.

"Of course. I'm a law-abiding citizen."

With that, the Auror stepped aside, allowing Dana to continue.

A moment later, he entered Borgin and Burkes.

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The Truth Unfolds

"Welcome… Ah, Mr. Dantes."

Mr. Borgin's eyes lit up as Dana approached.

"You're so punctual!"

Dana wasted no time.

"Do you have the information?"

Borgin leaned forward, lowering his voice.

"Of course."

He slid a parchment across the counter.

Dana took it and began reading.

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The Report

1981: Gaius Avery is captured.

May 1981: Ollivander Avery visits Dumbledore, Snape, Fudge, Crouch, Malfoy, and Prewett.

May 17: Orders Donna Avery to find a scapegoat.

May 1: A letter suggests using Anna Avery and her son, Dana.

Author of the letter: Sally Avery (Dana's great-uncle).

Courier of the letter: Antique dealer John Flint.

May 20: Dana replaces Gaius Avery.

May 21: Dana is sent to Azkaban.

May 24: Anna borrows 100 Galleons from Ollivander Avery.

May 25: Anna bribes Hokum Rickett (Ministry official).

May 27: Anna demands Dana's release.

May 29: John Flint steals the family tapestry.

August 2, 1991: Anna Avery confirmed deceased.

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Dana's Silent Rage

The names on the parchment…

They were familiar.

Sally Avery—his great-uncle, a man who had pestered his mother for years.

John Flint—an antique dealer obsessed with their family's tapestry.

Donna Avery—the woman who beat his mother and forced this nightmare upon them.

Ollivander Avery—the mastermind, but… who gave him the idea?

Six men had been involved—

Dumbledore, Snape, Fudge, Crouch, Malfoy, and Prewett.

Who among them had suggested a scapegoat?

And most importantly—

Who was the Ministry official protecting Ollivander Avery?

Dana's fists clenched.

"I won't let any of them go."

Borgin leaned in.

"So, Mr. Dantes… are you satisfied?"

Dana nodded.

"It's a start. But I need one more name—the official inside the Ministry of Magic."

"I'll pay 5,000 Galleons for that answer."

Borgin gasped.

"Understood! We'll investigate further!"

Mr. Dentis is truly generous! But there is one thing I don't quite understand, which is very important to us—after all, it involves a high-ranking official in the Ministry of Magic—and that is, why do you want to know the ins and outs of this matter?"

Dantes thought for a moment and replied:

"Because Anna Avery is the love of my life."

Mr. Borgin nodded.

"To be loved by someone like you, Ms. Anna Avery must be a peerless beauty. Rest assured, we will continue to investigate and give you an answer as soon as possible."

But before he could say more, the shop door swung open.

Dana turned—

Standing there was the Auror from earlier.

End of the Chapter.

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