Almost—but not quite—imperceptibly, Charles flinched at the word lethal. Though a dangerous situation full stop, the wizard did not care for his son being placed any more in harm’s way than he already was. Still, it was a practical solution—perhaps a necessary one—and so after a long moment’s consideration, the healer nodded.

“That will save others from the wolf, a noble goal—but is it enough, Lupus? Or need I worry about you still, in months to come, allowing your guilt to get the better of you, urging yourself to foolishly submit to the Ministry?” Charles asked frankly.

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