Chapter 643: Departure

Wait, didn't the mysterious man re-establish a Hogwarts in the south? Ryan suddenly thought of a question. How could we go to Beauxbatons to attend this ceremony on behalf of Hogwarts under such circumstances?

You don't have to worry about this, because the invitation is sent directly to Hogsmeade. Dorje said, There is still a difference between the school and the Ministry of Magic. The French Ministry of Magic is afraid of the mysterious man, but Beauxbatons is different. Besides, Even the mysterious man himself does not dare to underestimate Hogwarts with Dumbledore in charge. Therefore, we are the only ones who recognize Hogwarts internationally, and no one recognizes the inferior imitation made by the mysterious man .”

Okay, I understand. Ryan nodded. So when do we go?

The day after tomorrow, Duoji said, glancing at the time attached to the back of the invitation. Arrive at Hogsmeade at ten o'clock in the morning the day after tomorrow, and then we will start from here. Headmaster Dumbledore will provide the corresponding transportation.

Understood, we will be here on time the day after tomorrow. Ryan and the others confirmed what they were going to do and bid farewell to Dorje, and left the Ministry of Magic after receiving their and Hermione's documents downstairs.

At 9:30 in the morning of the third day, Ryan and the others arrived at the entrance of Hogsmeade in dress robes as required. But after arriving at the place and looking around, I found that there was no one at the reserved place except the two of them.

Why didn't you see the real negotiator? Hermione asked a little strangely after looking around. Didn't it be said that a real Ministry of Magic member would go to France with us?

I don't know. Ryan also felt a little strange. In theory, that person should have arrived. But it doesn't matter if he didn't arrive. We just need to complete our tasks according to the plan.

Look, what's that? Half an hour later, when Ryan started to feel a little bored, Hermione suddenly pointed to the sky in the direction of Hogwarts Castle and exclaimed softly.

This is a carriage. Ryan recognized something flying in the sky, but this carriage is too exaggerated.

Because there were only three people going to France this time, and the distance was not too far, it was obviously inappropriate to use the Hogwarts Express. So the school sent a horse-drawn carriage as a means of transportation.

Different from the huge powder blue carriage that Beauxbatons teachers and students rode in the fourth grade, the carriage that flew here was exactly the same size as the carriage that took them to school from Hogsmeade station before. It's just that the color of the carriage is not ordinary black, but the rich gold that is consistent with the main color of the Hogwarts school badge.

When the carriage fell in front of them, Ryan realized that those colorful things pulling the cart just now were not strange magical creatures, but ordinary Thestrals. Different from the Thestrals they had seen before, these eight Thestrals were all dressed in the colors of each college in twos, with horse clothes embroidered with the emblems of their respective colleges and horse armor made of silk.

It feels—a bit strange. Hermione said after staring at the Thestral pulling the cart. Why are these thestrals packed so tightly?

No way, thestrals represent death. Although this is just a superstition, but— Ryan spread his hands at this point. We're attending an official ceremony this time, not an official funeral. It's not a good idea to ride them in a cart. But there's nothing else to pull a cart in this case, so wrap them up and you'll be fine. It is also understandable.”

After opening the door, Ryan found that the interior of the carriage was much larger than it looked from the outside, just like a small reception room. It's just that the man sitting on the sofa drinking tea now surprised Ryan.

How could you be the envoy of the Ministry of Magic, Mr. Malfoy.

Ryan asked in surprise after the carriage took off. It's really surprising.

The middle-aged man sitting across from him was Lucius Malfoy. Although he was dressed very well now, his platinum-blond hair was shining with a lot of pomade. However, an indelible tiredness could still be seen from between his brows and eyes.

Why can't it be me, Mr. Liang. Lucius Malfoy looked very gentle, and he didn't have the kind of arrogance towards the bitch wizard that Ryan imagined. I proposed this visit to Headmaster Dumbledore on my own initiative. I think that through my family's connections on the European continent, I can find more helpers to fight against the Dark Lord, and at the same time atone for my previous behavior—

Stop talking about these scenes. Hermione interrupted Lucius Malfoy's statement somewhat impolitely. Your family is a standard Slytherin. It is not your style to be self-sacrificing when your conscience finds out. If you, the number one traitor in the eyes of the Death Eaters, risk your life to leave a safe hiding place, then this must be very helpful to you Good. Mr. Malfoy, I hope you can confess what you really think. Otherwise, I think it will be very difficult for us to allow a person with unknown purpose to act with us.

It's indeed the smartest student at Hogwarts in recent years. Lucius sat up straight as he spoke, and the gentle expression on his face disappeared. It's not a lie that I told you that your family contacted people on the European continent in the name of your family, but the real purpose is to protect the Malfoy family.

After speaking, Lucius glanced at Ryan and the others, and found that they did not show contempt like the standard Gryffindors like Sirius or Harry, and then said: Since what happened at the end of last semester, we The family has already been excluded from their circle by other pure-blood families, and all the wealth has been divided up.

Under such circumstances, if the Malfoy family does not want to become like the Weasley family with nothing but a surname, I have to take some risks to show my worth. And to be honest, Dumbledore and the Dark Lord are Completely different people, if I die this time, I think you will help the Malfoy family pass on.

Besides, we are not the kind of people who hate Muggles from the bottom of our hearts, and there is no principled contradiction with you. Lucius looked at Ryan and the others seriously. Of course I don't say this to please you. Frankly speaking, the Malfoy family will only choose the side that is beneficial to them to join in the past. The party that was beneficial to us before was the pure-blood family and the old Ministry of Magic, but now it is you.

After speaking, Lucius leaned back on the sofa. Whether you believe it or not, these are my true words. As for what you choose to do, that is up to you.

Ryan and Hermione looked at each other, and then Hermione asked through the Phoenix brand. Lian, do you think what Lucius said is true?

Basically true, Ryan replied in the same way. The group of Death Eaters have divided the property of the Malfoy family almost. Even if the Malfoy family has hidden wealth, it will not be too much. As for the family knowledge, it depends on the person. The Weasley family also holds with their legacy, but life was tight before the twins started their careers.

So now if the Malfoy family wants to maintain their pride, they can only make enough contributions in this war with the mysterious man, so as to ensure that they will receive enough rewards after victory. I know their family is not a good person, But as animals of pure interest, they are credible enough when their interests align.

So that means we can cooperate with him this time? Hermione asked.

Yes, just be careful. After finishing the last sentence with the phoenix brand, Ryan stretched out his hand to Lucius Malfoy. Then wish us a happy cooperation this time.

Happy cooperation. Lucius also stretched out his hand and shook hands with Ryan, with a relieved smile on his face.