Sinkenis

Chapter 436 Sinkenis

In the simply decorated director's office, Belvina was intently knitting woolen socks.

Pierce Sinkness sat awkwardly across from him, looking dejected, drinking cup after cup of steaming tea.

Sinkness didn't know what was wrong with him lately. He was at a loss for words in front of his young boss and couldn't even see through the simplest people and things.

Sinkness could have easily integrated into the new Magic Law Enforcement Division with a simple summons to Axley, but he insisted on being clever and ultimately messed everything up.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Pierce Sinkness will likely face a transfer notice or be marginalized. The deputy director, with his ambiguous relationship with the Death Eaters, will not be trusted or given important responsibilities.

Ambitious Sinkness was unwilling to end up so dismally. He had dedicated half his life to the Ministry of Magic, and becoming a marginal figure was an outcome he could not accept.

As for joining Voldemort's side, Sinkernis neither wanted to nor dared to do so, because he knew very well just how cruel Voldemort was.

Only by being eaten by the tiger can one become its servant and act as its henchman.

Sinkernis didn't want that; he didn't want to become like the Death Eaters, only wanting to use them for his own benefit.

However, the Ministry of Magic had changed, and the old ways of playing both sides no longer worked. Pierce Sinkness himself had to change in order to adapt to the new environment.

The new Minister Amelia Bones is tough, and the new Director of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, Belvina Black, is even tougher. Only by becoming as tough as them can one gain a place in the Ministry of Magic today.

That's why Pierce Sinkness rushed over, firstly to admit his mistake, and secondly to find out Belvina's attitude.

If there was still room for maneuver, Sinkernis volunteered to interrogate the Death Eater Yaxley.

If the situation is beyond repair, then we'll have to find another way out. Ideally, we should leave the Department of Magical Law Enforcement and transfer to another department.

Time passed slowly, and when Pierce Sinkness finished the last sip of tea, Belvina finally put down the woolen socks she was knitting.

"Pierce, we've known each other for several years now," she said. "Perhaps I shouldn't force you to make a choice, but I have to admit—Pierce, I'm very disappointed today."

Hearing this, Sinknis suddenly breathed a sigh of relief. Belvina's attitude was relatively mild, and there might still be room for maneuver in the whole matter.

"What did I do wrong to make you misunderstand me like this?" she continued. "You kicked my friendship aside and even thought I was trying to harm you. Why do you despise and insult me ​​like this?"

Upon hearing this, Sinknis, who had just relaxed, regained his composure. Although his attitude remained gentle, his soft words concealed poison and a sharp sword.

"I was overthinking it, I misunderstood your good intentions," Sinkness said carefully. "You know I'm very close to Yaxley, and I'm worried I might get implicated."

"So, this is your reason for insulting me?" Belvina said in a disappointed tone. "Do you see me as someone who can't distinguish right from wrong, or do you think I'm like Barty Crouch, disregarding everything for the sake of power?"

"Absolutely not, I absolutely didn't mean that!" Sinkness waved his hands repeatedly. "I'm just worried about what people will say. If others find out about my close relationship with Yaxley, I won't be able to explain myself."

"So, you're just going to let Yaxley go?" Belvina's eyes also revealed disappointment. "Did you even consider that I originally wanted you to be in charge of interrogating Yaxley? He's the first Death Eater the Ministry has caught in months!"

Pierce Sinkness lowered his head somewhat guiltily. He hadn't thought about these things; all he could think about were eliminating dissidents and using this as an excuse to make trouble.

In fact, Belvina's thoughts were quite despicable.

If Sinkenis hadn't overthought things and had simply followed orders, everything would have been fine.

The Death Eater Yaxley was arrested, and Sinkness used this opportunity to make his stance clear: Kingsley, who was traveling with him, would be responsible for protecting the Deputy Chief's safety.

If Sinknes acts cleverly and disobeys orders, secretly wanting to let Yaxley go, Kingsley, who was traveling with him, will go from being a protector to an overseer.

Belvina is not Dumbledore; she doesn't have that kind of magnanimity and broad-mindedness. She can't tolerate someone who associates too closely with Death Eaters, especially one who holds the position of Deputy Director.

Most importantly, Pierce Sinkernis is not Severus Snape, and he's not worth Belvina risking her trust for. If Sinkernis were to turn against her, Belvina would be devastated.

After a brief silence, Sinknis spoke up: "What are your plans regarding Yaxley's interrogation?"

Sinkness had initially wanted to volunteer to lead Yaxley's interrogation, but he changed his mind at the last minute.

"Things are different now than they were fourteen years ago, and Yaxley isn't Karkaroff anymore," Belvina said frankly. "Yaxley had no choice; if he said nothing, at least he still had a chance to live."

Sinknis nodded; he thought so too.

If Coban Yaxley dares to side with the Ministry of Magic, his entire family will be executed.

Voldemort would never tolerate a second betrayal by the Death Eaters, and Axley had no choice but to keep his mouth shut if he wanted to live.

If you grit your teeth and say nothing, you might as well spend your life in jail, and there might still be a glimmer of hope. But if you sell out Voldemort completely, you're doomed.

"I'm willing to give it a try," Sinkness said tentatively. "I'm willing to lead the interrogation of Yaxley. I have a way of getting him to talk and tell us the information we want."

In order to remain in the Department of Law Enforcement and to gain Belvina's approval, Sinkness was willing to take on this arduous task as a pledge of loyalty.

"You want to exploit your close relationship?" Belvina said. "Pretend to join forces, gain Yaxley's trust, and then extract the identities of the other Death Eaters from him."

"Yes." Sinknis nodded. "I can give it a try. It won't hurt my reputation or give anyone cause for gossip."

Although Coban Yaxley's crimes are unforgivable, he is, after all, one of the Twenty-Eight Pureblood Families. If the Great Memory Restoration Technique were used on him, it would inevitably invite criticism.

The key issue is that the Great Memory Restoration spell might not work. If Axley grits his teeth and endures it, the Ministry of Magic will be in trouble.

In contrast, Pierce Sinkness's method is much more civilized, and might even have a surprising effect.

"Pierce, what will you do if the plan falls apart?" Belvina said. "The Death Eaters aren't the Ministry of Magic. There's no such thing as a transfer, demotion, or retirement there."

At the Ministry of Magic, failure usually results in a transfer or demotion. For example, when Barty Crouch lost his bid for Minister, he was transferred from the Department of Law Enforcement to the Department of International Magical Cooperation.

The worst outcome is simply being relegated to a secondary role and retiring early, like Cornell Fudge, a former minister who is now an advisor to the current minister, receiving a salary but not actually working.

As the foundation of wizarding civilization, the Death Eaters are not like the Ministry of Magic, which emphasizes moderation. If the Sinkernis Project fails, he will not only withdraw from politics but also from the biosphere.

Belvina was quite taken aback by Pierce Sinkness's sudden display of courage.

"I value my life very much, Belvina," Sinkness said. "How much valuable intelligence I can obtain depends entirely on how much Yaxley possesses."

He has indeed become braver, but not much braver, which is different from what Belvina expected.

Sinknis had no intention of infiltrating the enemy; he only wanted to get some information out of Yaxley.

After another brief silence, Belvina spoke up: "Due to my sudden transfer to the position of Director of the International Magic Cooperation Division of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, the position is now vacant, and the newly appointed Deputy Director is in charge."

The newly appointed deputy director of the International Department of Magical Cooperation is none other than Bob Gordon, a close confidant of Belvina.

"Mr. Gordon's work ability is impressive, and I believe he will become the head of the International Department of Magical Cooperation sooner or later."

"Sinknis said."

"I originally wanted to suggest to Amelia that you be transferred there to be the director," Belvina said. "You are capable, qualified, and more suitable for the position than Bob."

Although the International Department of Magical Cooperation is not the same as the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, this is still considered a promotion for Sinkenis, a change from deputy to full-fledged position.

However, Sinkenis did not want to go to the International Department of Magical Cooperation; he did not want to become the head of the department.

Belvina may have left the International Department of Magical Cooperation, but her influence remains; the newly appointed deputy director is none other than her trusted protégé, Bob Gordon.

Even a fool could guess that no matter who the new director of the International Department of Magical Cooperation is, the department will still belong to the Black family and will continue to follow Belvina's lead.

Pierce Sinkness's ambition remained; he didn't want to be sidelined by Bob Gordon or become a director in name only.

If he didn't want to work for the International Department of Magical Cooperation, he could only refuse Belvina's offer, but Sinkness had already "rejected" her once.

"However, since you're willing to preside over Yaxley's interrogation, let's give it a try," Belvina said. "But, Pierce, this is the last time."

Pierce Sinkness, who was frantically scratching his head, suddenly felt as if he had heard a divine voice.

Even the last chance is still a chance. If we can seize this opportunity, we can board the newly set sail.

According to Pierce Sinkness, although the new ship looks dilapidated on the outside, it is exceptionally sturdy on the inside and has a strong ability to withstand wind and waves.

"I'll go see Yaxley right now." Sinkness stood up. Now that he had made his choice, he had to seize the opportunity to get Yaxley to talk.