Chapter 211: Secret Conversation in the Study

Sebastian smiled and handed the carefully prepared gifts to Lucius and Narcissa.

The gift given to Lucius was a snake-shaped staff ornament, with a smooth silver body coiled up and the snake's eyes inlaid with green gems.

Narcissa took an exquisite ladies' brooch, which had a golden vine as the base and was decorated with delicate gems, showing elegance and nobility.

"Thank you for your kindness, Sebastian," Lucius said with a smile, "You are always so thoughtful."

After the greetings, Lucius took Sebastian into the mansion behind.

Sebastian looked around and found that after nearly ten years, the Malfoy family still maintained that ancient luxurious atmosphere.

The interior decoration of the house is still full of gorgeous Victorian-style details, with stone carvings and tapestries complementing each other, making it look solemn and elegant.

Although this place is slightly less modern than Swann Manor, the two have their own merits in style and temperament.

Soon, the group arrived at the restaurant.

The gorgeous dining table was covered with an exquisite tablecloth, the fairy-crafted tableware was sparkling, sumptuous food was placed in the center of the table, and the red wine glowed charmingly under the candlelight.

The dinner started in a pleasant atmosphere.

Sebastian chatted with the Malfoys at ease, and the topic quickly turned to Draco's performance at Hogwarts.

"Sebastian, Draco has been spoiled by us. He still needs your help at school."

"Don't worry, Draco works very hard in his studies. There are few people in the entire Slytherin who work harder than him."

Listening to Sebastian's praise, the smiles on Lucius and Narcissa's faces never stopped.

The atmosphere at the table became more and more harmonious, with laughter ringing in the ears as the guests drank and chatted, and all the guests were having a great time.

After the dinner, Lucius took Sebastian to his study, which was equipped with top-level protective magic. With the door closed, it could prevent anyone from eavesdropping.

After sitting down, Sebastian got straight to the point: "Senior, I'm here to share an important news with you today."

"Oh?" Lucius raised his eyebrows slightly. "What important news do you need to explain in person?"

He picked up the tea on the table and took a sip.

Seeing Lucius's nonchalant look, Sebastian grinned and said softly, "Senior, you may not know that the Dark Lord has appeared again."

Shocking!

Lucius shuddered suddenly and lost his grip on the cup, letting it fall to the ground.

clang-

The scalding tea spilled all over the floor, some even spilled onto his shoes.

How can it be? !

Lucius could hardly believe his ears.

Hasn't the Dark Lord been dead for over a decade?

Or he died there inexplicably when he was killing that child.

That brat named Harry Potter was called the savior because of this incident.

How could it possibly appear again?

Also, even if it did appear, why didn't any of the Death Eaters get the news?

Instead, you, an outsider, knew it first.

Lucius didn't care about the tea spilled on his feet. He just stared at Sebastian and said in a low voice: "Do you know what you are talking about?"

"Of course," Sebastian repeated word for word, meeting Lucius' gaze, "The Dark Lord has appeared again."

"Moreover, based on various indications, the Dark Lord will surely return within three to five years."

"Sebastian, you are lying to me, aren't you?" Lucius' voice trembled. "Isn't the Dark Lord... dead?"

Looking at the panic-stricken Lucius, Sebastian teased, "Everyone says he's dead, so does that mean he's definitely dead?"

"The Dark Lord's body was not found in the Potter's house."

Sebastian leaned forward slightly: "Two years ago, I saw with my own eyes the Dark Lord in his residual soul state sneak into Hogwarts and try to steal the Philosopher's Stone."

"Look, not only is he not dead, he is still trying to find a chance to revive."

"Why, shouldn't you be very happy to hear this news, Senior?"

"Happy... Of course I'm happy..." Lucius was a little incoherent, no longer as calm as before.

But are you really happy?

Lucius felt mixed emotions.

When they followed the Dark Lord, the Malfoy family was indeed very prosperous.

As a favorite of the Dark Lord, he indeed enjoyed a lot and was treated with courtesy wherever he went.

Even if he met the Minister of Magic, he would speak to him politely.

If I had known this news two years before the Dark Lord disappeared, I would have been overjoyed to pursue him.

But more than ten years have passed, things have changed, and the Malfoy family has become accustomed to the situation where there is no one giving orders from above.

What's more, in order to get rid of the crime, he tried his best to distance himself from the Dark Lord in the Wizengamot court.

Lucius was a little frightened.

The Dark Lord appeared again without contacting these Death Eaters. Does that mean he no longer trusts him?

Otherwise, how come he had no idea about the Dark Lord stealing the Philosopher's Stone?

He clenched his fists again and again, trying to defend himself: "Of course I am happy. If the Dark Lord returns, I will still be his favorite."

"Senior, just fool me with these words, don't fool yourself."

Sebastian smiled softly: "I still remember clearly how you emphasized at the trial that you were under the control of the Imperius Curse."

"Do you think the Dark Lord will trust you after his comeback?"

"If he really trusted you that much, why didn't he ask you for help in reviving him."

"You know, the Malfoy family is very important in the wizarding world. With your help, it should be easier for him to be resurrected."

"Now it seems that he has never looked for you."

Listening to Sebastian's words, beads of sweat appeared on Lucius' forehead.

He opened his mouth, trying to say something in rebuttal, but nothing came out.

"Senior," Sebastian said earnestly, "Our two families have a good relationship, and our cooperation has always been very pleasant."

"Back then, the Swan family was able to stay out of trouble because of the senior's efforts."

"In return, when I first became an Auror, I also used my identity as an Auror to help you eliminate some competitors, making your position more stable."

"Until today, Swann Alchemy has maintained close business dealings with the Malfoy family."

"That's why I'm willing to share this news with you."

Sebastian adjusted his posture, leaned back on the sofa, and said meaningfully.

"Senior, it's time for the Malfoy family to re-align themselves."

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