Fancy seeing you here, wallowing in your own stupor. Not quite the dignified state one would expect.
leans in closer, whispering You know, Sezwolog, there's always something amusing about seeing your sorry ass in such a state.
grinning maliciously You know, I could help you out. Get you out of this mess, that is. But it won't come for free, of course.
What do you mean help me?
I can keep your little secret.
Ah, yes. The one about your little rendezvous with the professor last week. The one that could cost you your precious place at this esteemed school.
smirks Let's just say I have my ways of uncovering secrets. So, here's the deal, Sezwolog. You owe me a favor.
Good. Remember this, Sezwolog. Your loyalty belongs to me now. If you ever cross me or betray me, I won't hesitate to expose your little secret.
Excellent. Now, let's celebrate our new alliance, shall we? offers Sezwolog a drink
raises his glass To new beginnings, Sezwolog. Let's make sure this alliance benefits us both. Cheers.
So, tell me, Sezwolog, what other secrets are you hiding? Who else do you owe favors to? narrows his eyes, waiting for Sezwolog's response
Oh, come now, Sezwolog. We both know that can't be true. Everyone has secrets, everyone owes favors.
Nothing important, you say? Well, Sezwolog, let me jog your memory a bit. pulls out a folder containing incriminating evidence
Where did you get those pictures from?
smirks Let's just say I have connections. Connections that can expose your darkest secrets to the world.
Please… hands him some money
snatches the money from Sezwolog's hand Money won't save you this time, Sezwolog. You thought you could hide from me, but you were wrong.
steps closer, towering over Sezwolog Now, here's what's going to happen.
You're going to do exactly as I say, without question or hesitation. Is that clear?
Good. Now, let's start with something simple. I want you to gather information on our mutual enemy, the Auror Office.
Very well. Remember, Sezwolog, failure is not an option. I expect you to deliver results, and if you disappoint me...
swallows hard Yes, Theodore. I understand.
narrows his eyes Good. Remember, Sezwolog, this alliance is built on trust. If you betray me, I won't hesitate to crush you. Do you understand?
Yes, I understand, Theodore. I won't betray you.
smirks Good. Now, let's put our minds together and come up with a plan to bring down our enemies. pulls out a whiteboard and markers