The Ministry Witnesses Lord Voldemort's Return

PAGES: 817-818

As Lord Voldemort flees, Cornelius Fudge and a group of Ministry officials arrive at the Atrium, witnessing the aftermath of the battle and confirming Lord Voldemort's return. Fudge, in disbelief, finally accepts the truth that Dumbledore and Harry have been telling him. The Wizarding world's denial of Lord Voldemort's return comes to an end as the Aurors scramble to contain the situation.