Chapter 74 - New Tremors

The continued interaction with the founders went smoothly. Gradually, the founders got acquainted with the current deans of their respective houses. Due to the increased number of students in the school, there was no issue with appointing a dean for each house. However, the subsequent statements from these new deans and the school once again shocked the world.

The American Charmer: "Are English wizards lying to us about the returned founder of Hogwarts?"

The Wizard's Voice: "The Great Four are with us again!"

The Daily Prophet: "Hogwarts or Elysium, which is a better choice for your children considering recent events?!"

Enchanted: "Salazar Slytherin has made a statement!"

What a Sorcerer: "Salazar Slytherin said he never supported the theory of pure-blood supremacy!"

Wizarding World News: "Give me the head of the idiot who came up with the pure-blood theory!" Quote from Salazar Slytherin at the latest Hogwarts conference."

With the return of the Four to the world, the supporters of pure-blood supremacy, already oppressed by Asmodeus, began to disappear.

Then came a new statement from the wizard council.

"All cases involving assistance to Voldemort will be reviewed. Those found innocent will be released from Azkaban, and those found guilty will be executed. Azkaban will no longer be a place to sit and then return; it will be a place for executions!"

This statement horrified many pure-blood families. Most importantly, they can't bribe anyone anymore! The Ministry of Magic in England announced that it officially joined the wizard council, and changes would soon occur in the ministry's structure. "Fudge" also said he was stepping down as Minister of Magic at the peak of his career and believes he can be called the best Minister of Magic in history. After all, during his term, the wizarding world became what it is now.

Naturally, nobody took Fudge's words seriously; everyone knew that the changes were brought about by Asmodeus. However, "Fudge" wasn't hated, as in this universe, "he" at least contributed to improvements in the world.

Just when everyone thought the turmoil from the return of the Four Founders had subsided, news came from America that someone had uprooted a tree at Ilvermorny. It was Salazar, reclaiming his stolen wand.

By the way, the Four Founders took seats in the upper chamber of the wizard council, replacing some elders who weren't particularly keen on worldly affairs. The current composition of the council includes Asmodeus, Albus, Gellert, Nicholas, Rowena, Salazar, Godric, Helga, Newt, Valchar, Kostos, Vinda Rosier, and Horatius Slinzort.

Now, these thirteen individuals are responsible for the future of the entire world...

Talks about the resurrection of long-dead people ceased only a couple of months later. During this time, much has changed in the world.

Today, almost the entire global population has formed three magic rings on their hearts. This includes nearly 80% of the world's population, with the remaining 20% being people living in remote areas who received the magical ring methodology later. But according to Asmodeus's calculations, complete coverage will occur in a month. Then, there will be no one left in the world who cannot use magic.

The changes brought about by the development of magic in the world continue unabated. Each day, the mana density index rises. While three months ago, the average mana density worldwide was 2 points, varying from place to place, now even in remote mountain villages, this index stands at 3.5 points. In areas with a high concentration of wizards, this figure reaches 4 points, and in academies and schools with magic amplifiers, it's an unprecedented 10 points.

This high mana density began to impact certain lessons, necessitating changes in schedules to adjust specific subjects to times with the mana amplifier turned off. For example, potion-making has become more challenging, as certain potions require delicate magical processing. When you're two to three times stronger than usual and not entirely in control of your power, it's difficult to achieve precision. Snape and Salazar often came to Dumbledore ready to fight...

The same applies to the charms class; incorrect spell pronunciation can lead to various unforeseen effects, and if you amplify that effect threefold? In short, Professor Flitwick now has a dark tale of being chased by a five-meter buffalo.

Fortunately, herbology and transfiguration have not suffered from this. Transfiguration has become easier to complete with an excess of mana, and Helga and Pomona's plants now grow even faster.

Gradually, people adapted.

As for the transformation of the Muggle society and the power structure...

Well, people are gradually adapting. With each passing day, the Muggle government loses its duties and rights, gradually being absorbed by the wizard council.

Muggles gradually began to learn how to continue their work with the help of magic. Farmers, bakers, meat processing plants, and everything related to food were among the first to adapt to the new working format, as they were well-subsidized and encouraged by the wizard council.

Perhaps the businesses most affected were travel agents, transportation giants, and automakers. Travel agents and transportation companies suffered because they couldn't adapt to the magical world's format, and there was a better alternative to their services in the form of teleportation gates almost worldwide. As for automakers...

Well, Asmodeus loves cars, but only the old ones. He likes cars with a soul, and in recent years, that essence has disappeared from the automotive industry. So, he gave Arthur Weasley an idea. For wealthy people who are also car enthusiasts, the Weasley family opened a car modification company. Now, cars can run on magic instead of fuel. However, it's an expensive service, and not everyone wants it. But for short distances, there's still a need to move around. Considering that neither broom manufacturers nor flying carpet makers can close the market, Asmodeus decided to return to the old-fashioned mode of transportation, just not on horses.

To encourage people to ride animals, Asmodeus and the council enacted numerous laws for the protection of animals, responsibilities for cruelty to animals, rules for aerial traffic on flying mounts, rules for road traffic on animals with teleportation abilities, and so on. Additionally, most restrictions on breeding aggressive species were lifted. As long as you can ride a successfully tamed creature, you have the right to breed it, even if it's a dragon. However, any harm caused to society by your creature falls on your shoulders, not the animal's.

As a result, Thestrals, Pegasi, Griffins, Hippogriffs, Zouwu, and many other creatures can now be seen on the streets. Numerous studios have emerged that specialize in taming these creatures and providing training.

The world has fundamentally ceased to resemble its former self. Even major cities are constantly shrinking, as infrastructure and communications are no longer as crucial. People value nature and family more, gradually settling where they like, not where they need to be.

Morning, 9:00. Snow is falling outside, and Asmodeus, tired, is enjoying some rest in his tower. It's a day off, and he doesn't need to go anywhere.

"Oh, Asmodeus, wake up. We didn't finish yesterday."

A white palm rests on Asmodeus's chest, fingers gliding smoothly downward. Upon waking up, Asmodeus sees a semi-nude woman of about 25 with perfect features. Her face is free of wrinkles, black hair flowing down to her shoulders. Bright blue eyes occasionally flash a purple hue.

"Good morning, Rowena."

Yes, this woman is Rowena Ravenclaw. After the formation of the magic rings, she, already looking stunning, became even younger. As more mana appeared in the world, the effect became more pronounced. In the last month, they explored the possibility of creating a fourth ring. During the research, Asmodeus became deeply impressed by this wise yet cheerful woman. Step by step, they gradually grew closer until last night happened.

Last night, they were in Rowena's research room, the Room of Requirement. Rowena gradually started to make advances towards Asmodeus, and he was not at all opposed, especially considering that thanks to lineage potions and a potion for accelerated growth, his body had returned to its state as it was before being transferred to this world.

Somehow, they found themselves in bed in his office at the top of the tower in the Elysium Academy.

Honestly, he doesn't remember the specifics, but he definitely knows he wants to repeat it.

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