Chapter 8: The Wand

Out of the Blotted bookstore, Canaan turned the small storage bag, although it did not weigh much, but there were 50 gold galleons in it, of which 20 gold galleons were the deposit paid by Mrs. Rust in advance.

Hiding the storage bag, Canaan is ready to walk around Diagon Alley at will, now that he has some initial funds, he can buy the goods he was optimistic about, there are not many people in Diagon Alley today, and the business of the surrounding shops seems to be a little deserted.

Canaan came to the owl shop, which has the widest range of owls in the UK, and although it focuses on owls, some other types of pets can also be bought here.

The snow-white owl attracted Canaan's attention, only to see it raise its head in the cage, look at the approaching Canaan with two eyes, and call twice.

"Goo...."

"This owl sells like this?", Canaan was very interested, looked at the fat lady next to her, she was the owner of the shop, and her face was covered with freckles.

"It's only called Sindra, and it costs 7 Galleons. ”

"Okay, then I'll want this one. Canaan took out seven Galleons and handed them to the fat lady, who thought that the owl looked very spiritual, and that it should be a qualified messenger.

"This is a special feed for owls, so I'll give you a bag, and you can also feed some biscuits and breadcrumbs on weekdays. Also, Sindra is more afraid of water, so you take good care of it. The fat lady's voice was kind, and she handed the birdcage and fodder to Canaan, and instructed carefully.

"Yes, ma'am. Canaan nodded earnestly, he could see the fat lady's affection for these pets.

Then, Canaan led Sindra to the thrift store, where he was going to buy the somewhat damaged wand and some magic books. Originally, his plan was to go to the wand shop to buy it, but he learned that he couldn't buy a wand without a Hogwarts admission letter, so he had no choice but to buy the damaged wand first.

"Hi Mr. DeLand, good morning. Canaan looked at Teresa at the counter and saw that there was not a single customer in the store at this time.

"It's you little devil again, I can't touch anything here. Delan grimaced a fierce expression. When he saw Canaan enter the store, his face immediately changed.

"I know, sir, I've come to buy the wand from last time, and a few books, and I've brought enough money this time. Canaan smiled and shook the gold gallons in his bag.

"You wait. Delan staggered up from his chair, his attitude seemed much kinder.

"Imp, let me tell you, although every wand is essential for wizards, the first time you buy a wand, it is best to go to the wand shop and buy it, although this wand can still be used, it may not be suitable for you. ”

"I think this wand of yours is a good one, it looks like it's made of pear wood, and it might be a good fit for me. Canaan looked at the wand, he really wanted to have a wand that could practice magic.

"You also know the material of wands?" Deran asked with interest as he leaned forward to hear Canaan's comments.

"Of course, I've read a lot of books about wands at the Blots, and I don't think that's bothering me. Canaan nodded, and was secretly relieved to see Deran's slowed tone.

He's going to have to find a way to get his hands on this wand no matter what.

"It's been a long time since I've seen a smart little creature like you. ", Deran muttered.

Then he walked back and forth, repeating the Tao back and forth, his brow furrowed, as if he were thinking about something again.

Then he quickly walked up to Canaan, half-crouched down, and looked at Canaan with cloudy eyes, "You'd better go to Ollivander, the wizard's wand is his companion, you need to choose carefully." ”

"Sir, I know, it's just that I'm not old enough to buy one at Hogwarts. Canaan explained.

"Oh, forgot, there are a lot of restrictions on wizards in this damn Britain. As if recalling something, Teran looked at Canaan and asked, "Why do you want a wand now?"

"Sir, I would like to try some basic magic, and I feel that every wizard should have his own wand, which is like our companion. Canaan said sincerely.

"Very well, a wizard without a wand is not a wizard. ”

Hearing Canaan's answer, Deran smiled with satisfaction, and he made up his mind.

"Come with me. ”

After saying that, he closed the door of the store, beckoned to Canaan, and walked into the back room first.

Canaan watched Deran's actions with some confusion, and his footsteps stayed in place, not immediately following. He didn't understand what the owner of the thrift store wanted to do.

"Come in with me, here's the wand you want. Deran glanced back, then explained gently.

"Yes, sir. Although Canaan was puzzled, he had to follow quickly. He felt that the attitude of the shopkeeper was too different and made people suspicious.

After touching the dagger on his waist, Canaan felt a lot more at ease.

"If you really can't do it, then let's start first. He made up his mind that if this bald guy really had bad intentions, he decided to break the net.

Teresa was completely oblivious to Canaan's small movements, and he led the way ahead. The light in the room was dim, except for a dim yellow candlestick hanging on the wall, the candle swaying slightly in the wind.

"What are you going to do with your wand?" said Derene, walking through a somewhat small and cramped space.

"I'm going to practice some basic spells. Canaan replied truthfully.

"Then you have to hide, the Ministry of Magic also does not allow unknown wizards to practice magic, they always feel that underage wizards are not very able to control the magic in their bodies, and it is too dangerous to hold a wand. Deran smiled, his tone much more relaxed, and then he said, "Some spells are dangerous, if you don't understand something, you can come and ask me." ”

"That would be nice, but Mr. Derain, I don't even have a wand yet. Canaan spread his hands, he felt it was too early to say this.

"Come on, there's a wand you like. Hearing Canaan's answer, he laughed.

Teresa then led Canaan to a room that looked like a bedroom, with a small bed with crumpled bedding and a lot of laundry thrown around.

"Oh, don't worry, I haven't sorted out in some time. ”

He pulled out a black, curved wand and waved it gently.

"Clean it up!"

The clothes on the bed suddenly flew to their fixed position in an orderly manner, and the whole room suddenly looked much cleaner.

"That's cool, magic magic!" Canaan's eyes lit up in admiration. It was the first time he had seen real magic.

Then Deland walked over to the bed and struck his wand three times on the teal floor above.

Thundered--

With a loud sound, I saw that after Delan finished knocking, the floor in front of him slowly moved, and suddenly a large black hole was revealed, and a stone staircase led to the depths.

"Follow me, watch out for the steps. Without waiting for Canaan to ask, Teresa cast a flash of fluorescent light and jumped down first.

Canaan followed, feeling that the air was cloudy, as if no one had been in for a long time, and the surrounding walls were covered with dust and the stone steps beneath his feet were uneven.

"It's terrible here. Canaan grumbled.

"I don't usually use this passage, that's why it's like this. You watch your step, there is a raised stone in front of you. Delan reminded carefully.

"And what passage do you use?" asked Canaan curiously.

"Phantom shifting, a kind of space-moving magic. ”

"I know about this magic, I've heard it's dangerous, and the magic experience is extremely poor. ”

"Magical experience? Indeed, the movement is uncomfortable. Hearing Canaan's new term, Teresa shook his head and smiled, looking to agree with Canaan's statement.

After walking down the dim and damp stairs for a minute or so, they came to a wide space, when the lights were instantly lit up, and the surrounding space was instantly illuminated.

There are a large number of wands floating in the air above this hidden basement, a desk not far away, and a large amount of wood and tools piled up on the wall next to it, which looks like wand-making.

"Sir, here?" Canaan asked in shock, looking at the countless wands in front of him, trembling.

"These are all wands I made, 321 in all, and they all look forward to their masters, and my task is to help them find a good master. ”

"Sir, that...."

As if he knew what Canaan was trying to say, Teresa interrupted, "That wand out there is actually my first wand and the first wand I made, and I can clearly remember the picture of my successful wand making." ”

As he spoke, he showed a look of reminiscence, "Indeed, as you said, that wand is made of pear wood, and the core of the wand is the heart nerve of the fire dragon. Still, this wand is old enough, and it doesn't quite work for you. ”

"The first time you choose a wand, it's best to make sure it's right for you. DeLand added.

"Sir, did you make all these wands?" asked Canaan, curiously as he thought it was a little too strange to have so many wands.

"Of course, our family has been studying wands for generations, and every member of the family is a master wand maker. As for why I make so many wands, son, you must know that my thrift store and a fierce Deran alone will not support me. He laughed and grimaced as he spoke, as if laughing at himself.

"Pick your wand, I'm sure there's something for you. ”

Canaan nodded, stepped forward, looked at the many wands floating in the air, and tilted his head to look at Teresa suspiciously. How is this different from the way Ollivander bought his wand?

"Feel it with your heart, kid. Deland encouraged.

Although Canaan didn't know what the hell it was to feel with his heart, he calmed himself down, closed his eyes, and slowly mobilized his magic.

Then, a large number of wands in the air began to tremble, and several of them emitted a faint blue light.

Brush--

A wand seemed to defeat many competitors and flew towards Canaan, floating in front of him.

Canaan opened his eyes and looked at the wand in front of him, which waved lightly as if nodding in greeting.

"Each wand has its own spirituality, and they choose their master according to the wizard's physique, magic, and personality. This wand is made of ash wood and unicorn core, 13 inches. It seems that you are a little guy with strong faith. Deran explained with a smile next to him.

Canaan picked up the wand in front of him and waved it in his hand, as if he could feel the joy in the wand.

"Fluorescent flicker!" Canaan waved his wand and followed the spell in the book, trying his first spell.

The tip of the staff began to glow, and gradually the light became brighter and brighter.

"Very nice talent. Deran praised the ability to successfully unleash a basic magic spell when he first came into contact with a wand, which he considered very good.

"Sir, I don't know, how many Galleons are needed for this wand?" asked Canaan, holding his wand, delighted. He couldn't get enough of it.

"I think this wand will be happy to find a good friend to like, maybe you should ask me for money, don't you?" Derain laughed.

"That..."

"This wand is a gift for you, but you have to take care of it, as I said, as you said, as your companion, okay? Delan looked serious.

"Yes, sir. Canaan could feel the love for wands that Deran had revealed in his bones, and replied earnestly. However, he was a little puzzled, didn't Delan make so many wands just to make money?

Or can I already eat with my face?

......

Before leaving, Teresa also gave Canaan several second-hand books that he fancied, including the broken book of black magic. He also carefully told Canaan that it was best to come to him when learning some dangerous magic, and that he could give Canaan some help.

Feeling Teresa's kindness, Canaan happily agreed.

He then returned to the Leaky Cauldron with a pile of stuff.

......

"You said you bought these books at a thrift store, that arrogant bald guy?" said in a voice of incredulity.

"Little Canaan, I should have told you earlier, that old guy often buys fakes, and a wizard bought a magic mirror from him before, saying that he could see the dead undead, and it turned out to be an ordinary mirror, but it just screamed. Oh.... I hope these books you bought are not fakes. Tom said with some indignation when he heard what happened to Canaan.

"Uncle Tom, these books were given to me by Deresa, and I don't think he's so unkind as he seems. "Canaan knew that Teresa's fierce exterior was disguised.

"Well, it seems that he is not so hateful that even a child liars. However, you should stay away from him in the future, and tell you secretly," Tom put in Canaan's ear, "I heard a lot of people say that this bald guy's parents were Grindelwald's subordinates back then, a dark wizard, Grindelwald knows, it is said that this bald guy fled to England at that time, and he still hates the British." ”

"Well, Uncle Tom, I see. Canaan nodded, thinking of the large number of wands in Derea's basement, he felt that Deran should have a lot of secrets on him.

However, Delan is also good to him, and he doesn't even have the power to protect himself now, so he is not suitable for participation, and he has no intention of exploring it at all.

Saying goodbye to Tom, Canaan returned home, and after packing up his belongings, he looked at Sindra in front of him, eating feed and flapping his wings.

"It seems that I have to confess to my parents, and I also need a small secret room where I can store my belongings. ”

At dinner, Canaan confesses his recent behavior directly at the dinner table, and pushes the reason why he was able to find the wizarding world to his friends at Hogwarts, while he also shows off his magic - fluorescent flicker.

The couple was surprised and had to believe in the existence of the magical world that Canaan said. He also said that he would invite his friend to come to his house on vacation. Canaan is helpless, but he plans to take his parents to visit Diagon Alley in the near future, and buy some new magic items for them to give to them.