Chapter 98: Plant the Seed, On Your Own
The precious years of youth passed day by day, and in the blink of an eye, heavy snow covered the entire school, and the Christmas holiday was just around the corner. Pen ~ fun ~ Pavilion www.biquge.info Hogwarts owl sent letters back and forth, and the rehearsal of the play had already been carried out vividly. Qiu Yi reluctantly said goodbye to Xie An, and the relationship between the two became closer during this time. Shea Ann was bored reading a book in the common room when Penelo Crivat suddenly approached Shea and said that Dean Professor Flitwick had invited her.
Xie An came to Flitvier's office inexplicably, and the dean didn't sell anything, and explained the situation straight to the point, asking Penelo Crivet and Andrew Lee to go to Diagon Alley to buy some materials for the school's play.
Originally, the school did not have the foundation in this regard, and the bold decision of the professor this time also had to be fully prepared, and some utensils were obviously not available in the school, although some could be solved by Transfiguration, but some important props still needed to be purchased, which involved some Muggle things, and it was more necessary for people who knew how to do it. Originally, Flitvier hoped that the prefect Penelo Crivat would be able to handle this, but Penelo Crivat insisted on bringing Andrew Lee with him, so Flitwick invited Andrew to come and give orders for the errand.
Early the next morning, Xie An and Penelope had been out of the castle, and the two of them could not phantom at this time, but fortunately, there was a delivery car from Hogsmeade today, and the house-elf had already informed Xie An in advance, and the two hitchhiked to Hogsmeade.
The traces of Hogsmeade's wounds are still obvious, although many of the West have been repaired with magic, but some places are too badly damaged to repair for a while, and they are still in ruins. The wizards looked listless, and some of the shops that were about to open were also lifeless, Xie An specially passed in front of his clothing store, looking a little angry, and the preparations were good.
The two found Aberforth, borrowed the bar's Floo network, and went straight to Diagon Alley.
It's been a long time since I've been to Diagon Alley during the day, Diagon Alley hasn't changed much, it's still a picture of the medieval wizarding world, with all kinds of classical and cultural decorations, conservative and kind wizards. There are still all kinds of magical magic shops on both sides of the long stone road, the first floor of those old shops remains the same, it seems that the competition to see who survives longer, the owner of the Lijing bookstore has changed, Xie An glanced at the reopened bookstore lightly, and there was no special meaning.
Mainly, some actors' costumes need to be purchased specifically. Since you have to rehearse the show, you have to have a special look. Although Madame Morkin's mage robe is very good, this is a robe to buy some props, and there is no need to go to a special clothing store. The two of them walked all the way, and they really didn't see a suitable place to sell costumes.
Shea didn't really care about the errand, but Penelo Crivat was happy. Little witches from the countryside come here to shop all day, handsome-looking wizards argue about the latest Transfiguration article in Today, wild wizards, noisy gnomes, and all sorts of other strange people fill this magical world.
Shea and Penelo Crivat first went to a few grocery stores, which looked like a grocery store, and followed the list to buy some makeup items. Xie An didn't understand any of this, but Penelo Crivet seemed to have some research, and the clerk and the attentive bargaining and inspection seemed very excited. Xie An wandered around boredly, looking at the strange things on the grocery store, there were many decorative stickers with magic wands, and some knick-knacks that seemed to have no purpose, and of course, all kinds of clever looking speculums were also essential.
One of the grocery stores also doubles as a second-hand book and second-hand furniture business, and it looks like a lot of old things are on the shelves, and one of the suitcases that looks old is very high, and Xie An is about to study it, Penelo Crewatt has already negotiated the price with the clerk and beckons Xie An to go to the next one.
It's a pity that although the list is very comprehensive, some items are really not available in Diagon Alley, and Penelo Crivat, who is difficult to complete the task for a while, seems to be a little anxious, and can't help but look at Xie An with an expectant face, hoping that Xie An can come up with some ideas,
The two of them continued to browse the shops on both sides of the gravel road. While checking the list, Xie An looked back and forth several times, and found that the main thing was that this prop costume was difficult to find. I don't know where to sell other things, but I can find substitutes.
Originally, if you have enough time for these props and costumes, you can ask special elves to make some, but seeing that they are going to perform in a few days, they can only buy finished products. Xie An thought about it and really didn't know where to sell these in the wizarding world, so he had to pay attention to the Muggle world.
But at this time, both of them were wearing Hogwarts school uniforms, and if they ventured to the Muggle world, they might make a mistake, Xie An thought that it would be best to go to his own clothing store in the East End first. It's your own property, and you can ask your employees if there's anyone who sells it.
After taking the knight bus, after arriving in the East End of London, the two first used a little trick to attract the attention of the clerk, and then quietly went upstairs to change clothes, and then asked the clerk in the store, where is there such props and clothes, the clerk has never seen Xie An, I don't know that this is the boss, at first I looked at the two with some vigilance, and after understanding that Xie An was actually his boss, he enthusiastically recommended a few good props shops for the two.
After the two thanked them, they went directly to buy props and costumes. The middle is very smooth, but in terms of choosing the historical era, Xie An doesn't know anything, he hasn't even read this story in its entirety, and he is even more unclear about the era in which this story occurred. Fortunately, Penelope Crivat did his homework in advance, and he was well prepared in all aspects.
After buying a few of the items on the list, Penelope Crivat suggested going back to Diagon Alley for a bite to eat. Xie An knew that Penelope must have something to say to himself, otherwise he would not have specifically looked for an opportunity to come out with him.
Nodding indifferently, the two of them took the knight bus again and headed to Diagon Alley.
Back at Diagon Alley, it was getting late in the day, and the sun was a little skewed. Diagon Alley hasn't lost its popularity at all, and many wizards are gearing up for Christmas. The latest version of the broomstick seems to have just been released, and many wizards are gathered in front of the shop window, watching excitedly and greedily.
"The latest version of the broomstick, why don't you buy one for your girlfriend?" asked Penelo Criwatt, a little teasingly.
The two stood across the street, and the crowd surrounded the shop window, unable to see what the so-called latest version of the broom really looked like.
"The Irish national team has just ordered seven of these brooms!" the owner announced, as if to note the excitement of his customers. "This is the latest product, epoch-making!
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"It's just a broom, there's no need to run over to buy it, I can give you one if you like." Xie An said lightly.
"This is what you said, although I don't know the price, but according to the usual experience, this latest model is probably no less than a few thousand gold coins. Even if I don't need it, it's a good deal to sell it in the future......" Penelo Crivat glanced at Shea with pleasure.
"Well, you specially asked me out today, don't you just want a broom?" Xie An didn't seem to have any special expression, such a broom was nothing to Xie An, but for ordinary wizards, at least half a year's salary.
Penelo Criwatt didn't speak directly, but gently took out his wand and clicked it in the air a few times, and a strange symbol appeared in the air and quickly disappeared.
Xie An looked at Penelope's movements expressionlessly, without any indication before and after.
"Do you know this sign?" asked Penelope Crivat.
"Recognize, Gellert Grindelwald's logo. Xie An still said calmly.
"Andrew, I'm graduating soon, I don't have any clear goals for the future, recently there is such a secret organization in the school, I heard that it is a senior Gryffindor organization, which is recruiting members, and their logo is this. Penelo Crivat also said calmly.
Xie An snorted indifferently. This guy, Hogwarts School looks very calm, but in fact, all forces are very concerned about this school. Although there are no such organizations as societies as Muggle universities, there are many strange magical research organizations. Many of these organizations are not open to junior students at all, and only when they reach a certain age and have a certain degree of popularity, will there be organizations to solicit them. It seems that Penelo Kerivat has encountered such an organization that makes her feel a little excited.
"This organization is said to have the tragedy of the European continent, and if you succeed in joining, you can apply to travel to European countries in the future and increase your knowledge. β
"How, this organization is rich?"
"I don't know much about the background of this organization, but with such strength, this organization called Wizarding Europe is now the most popular organization in the school. β
"I haven't heard of such an organization, the conditions for joining must be harsh, right?" Xie An asked with some curiosity.
Penelo Crivat didn't answer, but looked at Xie An, and said lightly: "Andrew, I know that you have always had deep doubts about me, but if you think about it from my point of view, I don't have any background, and I want to get ahead, if I don't take some measures, I'm afraid I will never have a bright future." β
"I understand. Xie An didn't argue with Penelo Crevat this time, but looked at Penelope with some understanding, "But I don't recommend you join this organization, uh, if you really want to make a career, I can help you." β
Of course, Penelope Crivat was reluctant to join this emerging organization with Gellert Grindelwald's background, but Shea Ann had always been lukewarm to her, and Penelope didn't know what to do if she continued like this. Originally, Penelope just wanted to take this opportunity to test Xie An again, but he didn't expect Xie An to seem to be a different person during this time, and he gave a promise so easily, so that Penelo Criveat's next words were useless.
"What, don't you want to add my organization?" Xie An looked at Penelope, who was a little stunned, and said in a low voice.
"No, of course not, I just didn't think of it...."
Penelope Crivat, we have always been in a game-like state before, that is, I think you are too young and naΓ―ve, and after so long, you can still stick to your goals, which shows that you are a very focused and cautious person. I think it would be foolish to refuse to accept you at this time. After all, now, a reliable wizard is still precious. Xie An explained in a low voice. In fact, Xie An is not a cold character, and after treating Penelo Cribat as his own, Xie An no longer shows so sharpness.
As for Penelope Crivat...... She is sincerely eager to do something big, although Penelope clearly knows that she is facing a road full of thorns, but she is still ready to work hard, make her own decisions, Penelo Crivat is ready to work hard and never give up. She has used Andrew Lee in it, but after this period of contact, Penelope has understood that there seems to be a big gap between herself and these top wizards. She is not the kind of foolish wizard who is blindly arrogant and thinks that she is under the command of heaven, and she has no choice but to find her shortcomings, Penelope Crivat is keenly aware that pressing the treasure on Xie An is the only way out for her.
As the heir of the Li family, there is no doubt about this, Xie An is powerful, he has a deep understanding of Transfiguration, and it is rumored that this wizard is still a genius, and Penelo Criwatt has personally experienced Xie An's strength. Such a powerful wizard is not from a traditional pure-blood family, but from a family that has only recently emerged in the wizarding world, and this natural gene indicates that the Li family needs to unite other forces to complete its rise.
The rise of new forces is full of opportunities, and in Penelope Crivet's opinion, Andrew Lee must be a great wizard in the future, so joining Andrew's banner at this time is a good investment.
Also around the young master Malfoy, who has great potential, has the dream of a group of other pure-blood families early, and only the heir of an emerging force like Andrew Lee can have her prominent position, which Penelope Cribat thought very clearly.
Coupled with Andrew Lee's huge potential, this is the real reason why Penelope Kerivat has repeatedly negotiated terms with Shea and tempted Shea.
Of course, Xie An also understood what Penelope meant, Xie An was not optimistic about Penelope before, thinking that she was too impulsive, after these few observations, Penelope has become much calmer, and if he can partner with Hermione in the future, the entire wizarding world will probably be in the hands of these two. (To be continued.) )