Chapter 648 - Accord Ⅲ (2/2)
Naturally, that would not be a problem to fulfill as he merely was an intermediary dealing in the matters of the heart. And he would keep his word on not allowing any illegal transactions to occur on the premise of his legitimate business. He simply would ensure that said transaction occurred at another place of business.
Minister Jenkins appears not to be convinced by Sanderson's reply. ”Sanderson, do not take me for a fool, if I learn any hint that you have played me, I will allow Ogden to take your head, and the law be damned,” Minister Jenkins coldly said.
Ogden flashes Sanderson a thin veiled bloodthirsty smile as Sanderson says, ”On the contrary, I would think less of you, Minister Jenkins if you did not do so. But do not worry, Minister, as you have said before I am old, and it is time I move on to better things in life.”
Rising to his feet, Sanderson adds, ”It's been a pleasure Minister and Auror's, but I have a business to consolidate. I will see myself out.” Pulling on his cowl, he silently leaves the same way he had come.
With the door firmly shut behind him, Minister Jenkins slowly says, ”He's a wily one. Is there any chance that he won't attempt to play us?”
”Not a chance, Minister,” Ogden bitterly said. ”Sanderson is an evil bastard that should have been caught long ago. But every single time, you think you have the end of his tail, he cuts his tail loose and pops up elsewhere. He's like a slimy lizard like that.”
Minister Jenkins slowly nods her head, before saying, ”Well, he does not appear to a liar if albeit a murderer. I have no doubt he will deliver on his end, but if that is the case, I want this to be perfect without a single trace of doubt. And in the future, any dealings with him must be carefully noted and watched.”
”Yes, Minister,” both men said.
Sighing, Minister Jenkins rises to her feet, and says, ”Try to rest gentlemen for tomorrow will be a long day with the announcement of Harold Minchum's death.”
”Of course, Minister,” the two Auror's said as they waited for the Minister of Magic to leave the office.
The instant the door shuts behind her, Ogden turns to Elphinstone and snaps, ”Just where are you thinking, Elphinstone? Are you mad?!”
”No,” Elphinstone deadpanned. ”But we must limit the power which Sanderson wields in the future and find a way in which to actively keep track of him. And whether he realizes it or not, he is one of us now. And sooner or later, someone will challenge him, which means, he will have to come to us, and he will owe us.”
Ogden looks almost mildly impressed, before saying, ”But this is Sanderson, we are speaking about, Elphinstone. He's a devil through and through no matter how kindly he looks now.”
”I know that, Ogden,” Elphinstone said with a sigh. ”But I'm a Slytherin, and I can sneak with the best of them.” Find authorized novels in , faster updates, better experience, Please click #%E2%85%B2_51537495870985587 for visiting.
”Better you than me,” Ogden admitted being a Gryffindor himself.
”So, how's the engagement going?” Ogden asked earning a groan from Elphinstone. It was a low blow from Ogden, but he wanted to vent. It was not every day that he met with his lifetime foe.
”How in Merlin's name does gossip around here travel through on the wings of the very wind?” Elphinstone huffed. ”Do they have nothing better to do with their time?!”
Ogden shrugs, before saying, ”Either way, we expect a bachelor party, Elphinstone. It'll be good to get out from under the wife's feet.”
Elphinstone groans already imagining the rowdy scene. Darkly chuckling to himself, Ogden departs leaving Elphinstone with his head slumped against his desk in exasperation. Elphinstone knew that this was only the start of everything was to come. He knew for certain that soon he would be on the receiving end of practical pranks, teasing, jests, and much more. Still, he would never regret his engagement to his Minerva. And with a goofy smile on his face he returned to sorting through the paperwork on his desk.