Chapter 17 The American Grandfather
In the past few days, Canaan has maintained a good routine, getting up early in the morning to practice magic, going to the laboratory at noon to conduct alchemy experiments, and studying the diary of the Ancient One and studying Hohenheim's alchemy videos in the evening.
Since he could refine the Purifying Heart Elixir, Canaan bought enough potion materials from Diagon Alley on weekends to make a lot of finished potions, and occasionally couldn't run out of potions, and he also sold them in Diagon Alley, and he could also earn back some material fees.
And Canaan, through meditation these days, has also reached 26.3 mana. However, he also found that as he took the Cleansing Medicine for a long time, he seemed to have developed a resistance to the medicine, and it was difficult to meditate when meditating, and even the increase in magic power after meditation was not as large as before.
He was looking for a new potion to help him meditate, but Canaan had searched all the books in Diagon Alley and couldn't find a similar potion.
He wrote a letter to Snape asking for information, but before he could receive a reply, the Lincolns arranged a recent trip.
"Dad, so we're going to the United States tomorrow to visit my grandfather?" Canaan asked.
"Yes, Canaan, you know that your mother has been thinking about your grandfather lately, and we didn't invite your grandfather to get married privately at that time, and we took you there this time in the hope of his understanding. ”
"But, Dad, I remember that you have been to your grandfather's house to eat hot pot before, so how can your grandfather disagree with your affairs. "Canaan has always been puzzled.
"This matter has to start with the older generation, at that time I have been approved by your grandfather, until your grandfather met grandma, resolutely disagreed, we found out that your grandma is the girl your grandfather chased in college, and there are many stories between them. And your grandfather has always been obsessed with this. Lincoln sighed.
Canaan didn't expect the plot to be a little bloody, but he could also understand his grandfather's mood a little.
"Later, your mother and I dragged on until your grandmother died, and we made up our minds to get married privately despite your grandfather's obstruction, and at that time we also invited a lot of friends to participate, and your grandfather ran to the United States in a fit of anger. Lincoln continued.
"Then Dad, have you ever been to see your grandfather since?"
"We went there after your mother had you, but we were kicked out by your grandfather. Lincoln smiled wryly.
After listening to this, Canaan also frowned bitterly, such a stubborn grandfather, even if he was out of the horse, the result was not easy to say. After all, it is not something that ordinary people can do to ruthlessly drive away their pregnant daughter.
That day, the family packed their belongings, and Canaan brought a wand and a lot of magic items. He also wanted to take some time to get to know the wizarding world in the United States.
In the evening, Canaan also received a reply from Snape, but unfortunately Snape knew very little about the potion.
Lincoln and the others considered that they were out for a few days, and that Alice and Sindra had no one to take care of them at home, so they asked Canaan to send them to a nearby pet boarding center.
The next day, they arrived in the United States on Flight 914, but at the airport in New York City, a group of men in civilian clothes stopped the Canaan family.
"We're sorry, but we're the Aurors of the Magical Congress of America and need to routinely check your belongings. A man in the lead said, looking like the leader of the group.
He pulls out his official ID with his introduction and photos of the event, with a striking American Eagle logo on the cover: The Magical Congress of the United States.
The Lincolns looked at their son, a little bewildered. Canaan also didn't expect that the wizarding community in the United States would be so strict about the management of wizards entering and leaving the country, and they would have to be inspected.
"Oh, okay. He pulled out his storage bag.
"Canaan Blaine, a well-known British writer and violinist. I've read your book, very interesting book. The leading man saw Canaan's confusion and said, "You know, a lot of things have happened in the United States recently, and we are just doing routine checks. ”
Canaan nodded in understanding.
"My name is Shuster Kowalski, an Auror, and I want you to follow the wizarding rules in the United States during this time and enjoy the sights of New York. ”
Schuster is well-dressed, speaks sharply, and looks very alert, giving a strong sense of confidence.
"Thank you sir, I think I will. Canaan felt that this surname was somewhat familiar, and he should have heard it somewhere before.
Soon, Schuster and his party finished checking, "Mr. Blaine, I apologize for delaying you for some time, there is no problem with your belongings, I wish you a pleasant time." He looked apologetically at the Lincolns.
Then he came to Canaan's side and whispered to his ear, "Little Mr. Brian, I think your wand should be reported to the British Ministry of Magic, isn't it?"
Canaan said quietly, "Okay, Mr. Schuster, I got this wand by accident, I didn't expect it to need to be reported, Muggle-born wizards really need to learn more, don't they?"
Schuster smiled and didn't say much, squinting as the Canaan family gradually moved away. It wasn't until he was out of sight that he told the crowd, "Inform Tofoos, let him keep an eye on this little wizard at all times, this little guy has a problem with his wand." ”
He discovered that the wand Canaan was carrying was similar to that of the dark wizards who had previously carried out raids in the United States. As Aurors, they also know the craft of wand-making, and wands from the same master wand maker have similarities in both the handling of materials and the way they are made.
"This little guy is not easy. ”
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After leaving the airport, the Canaan family took a taxi and followed the address to their destination.
"New York has changed a lot, it's even more prosperous than London. Inside the car, Lincoln said as he peered through the window. It's been almost a decade since they last came over.
Canaan also looked curiously at the street scene outside the window, the bustling crowd, and the bustling tight. This is his first time in the United States.
The car drove for two hours to a suburb that was far from the city center. The houses here are all made of wood, the style is simple, and there are ten square meters of green grass in front of the door of every house, which looks peaceful.
"It's here. Helen was the first to get out of the car and came to a building, followed by Lincoln Canaan.
There were a lot of flowers planted on the grass in front of the house, and Canaan felt that this grandfather, whom he had never met, was idle.
Canaan stepped forward and rang the doorbell.
"Who?" said a little hoarse, "it's a nuisance at noon." ”
Canaan heard a voice coming from inside the room, and the second sentence was still spoken in Chinese.
The door opened from the inside, and Canaan saw the gray-haired old man sticking out his head, and he immediately said with a sweet smile.
"Hello, Grandpa. I'm your grandson. ”
The old man looked at Canaan blankly, then at Helen and Lincoln behind him, was silent for a long time, and said in a trembling voice: "Come in." ”
Canaan stepped forward and took the old man's slightly trembling hands and beckoned to his parents behind him.
Inside, Canaan felt a little embarrassed when he saw that everyone was silent. took the initiative to say: "Grandpa, Mom and Dad, you sit and talk, I'll go to the kitchen to pour you water to drink." By the way, grandpa, Mom and Dad brought you a gift. Canaan found the kitchen and went inside.
Helen seemed to have found the topic, and took out the gift from her backpack with red eyes.
"Dad, Lincoln and I bought it for you. ”
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Canaan hid in the kitchen and eavesdropped, and if things didn't go well, he could go in and make a round.
"Fortunately, my grandfather's attitude was not as unkind as expected, but my grandfather's affairs have always been pressed on my mother's heart, and it would be great if it could be solved this time. He thought to himself.
They didn't talk for long, and Canaan faintly heard Helen crying. Not long afterward, Helen's joyful voice was heard, "Canaan, come out quickly and meet your grandfather." ”。
Looks like the problem is solved!
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