Chapter 573: A Different Brother
Tonight's banquet with representatives of various forces can be regarded as the official scene of this incident. Beauxbatons was always so disciplined, and always so orderly, that even the reception banquets were arranged in strict accordance with the etiquette of the past.
Seeing the pomp and circumstance inside and outside Beauxbatons Auditorium, Maca secretly sighed - it turned out that the previous dinner was really just "dinner".
Beauxbatons' financial resources are remarkable in the world, and most of them come from the donations of Nicol Lemay, an alumnus, so it is no wonder that many forces are rushing to the legacy.
Before entering, Maca noticed that a large entrance tent had been erected at the main entrance of the auditorium, and a large number of golden stars were dotted with a velvet curtain with gold trim on a blue background. If you look closely, you can see that the stars are made of real gold, and they look incomparably brilliant under the bright magic lights.
As soon as he entered, he was greeted by a banquet hall that was even more magnificent than the usual auditorium.
Large, dark blue curtains like Beauxbatons' coat of arms hang from the high ceiling and are framed by the stone pillars and walls with a few beautiful folds; Golden silk ribbons can be seen everywhere, turning left and right to decorate the color-blocked windows, making them look even more magnificent; Of course, there is also the soft carpet laid underfoot, the gold and red colors tell the opulence and luxury, and also bring more warm atmosphere to the hall.
Like Hogwarts, Beauxbatons' Great Hall had long tables, and the tablecloth on it had been replaced with a more palette to suit today's colours. Magical starlight shimmered on the tablecloth, echoing the huge school emblem in the deepest part of the hall.
Yes, Beauxbatons' school coat of arms consists of two golden wands crossed vertically, each spewing out three shining gold stars from the tip of the wand.
Right now, this dinner has just reached the time of admission, and many guests are entering it one after another. You can see that the wizards are all standing next to each other in twos and threes, as if chatting casually.
"Haven't you talked enough in the past two days?"
Maca shook her head and weaved her way through the crowd, taking Fanny with her to the innermost corner. Beneath the huge school crest, Madame Maxim was half-politely interacting with some wizards of more important status, and some of the guests who had just arrived today also went over to say hello at this time.
That's right, the brother and sister of the Hohenheim family are also over there at the moment!
"How much gold will it cost to hold such a dinner?" As she walked, Maca casually admired the various decorations around her, and couldn't help but sigh softly.
Now, with several potions outlets in the black market of the British wizarding world, he is also a small rich guy. But compared to this kind of scene, he is obviously far from enough!
"Beauxbatons is very well known in the wizarding world in the world," Fanny affirmed, "and that alone is not much inferior to us, Fort Blois." ”
A school that can compete with an ancient wizarding family with a lot of wealth is undoubtedly quite amazing. Of course, if you seriously compare the two, Beauxbatons will definitely lose.
Marca and Fanny chatted casually, and paced to the open space in front of Madame Maxime's seat.
"Oh, Mr. McLean—" Madame Maxim spotted Maca at once, "and after the dinner, the ball will begin!" You are the youngest of Beauxbatons' guests...... I'm sure there are a lot of female students who are trying to sneak in and dance with you! How's it going, have you found a dance partner for tonight? ”
"Madame laughs, I'm not the youngest," Maka glanced at the little sister of the Hohenheim family, who was still standing nearby, but the other looked away, as if pretending not to see him, "As for the dance partner, Madame may have forgotten that I came with a friend this time." ”
As he spoke, he gestured to Fanny beside him. Fanny was stunned when she heard this—she had heard that Beauxbatons had plans to hold a ball, but she didn't expect Maca to find her as a dance partner.
Seriously, it's not about anything flattering. On weekdays, for young people, the ball is always an event for men and women to strengthen their relationship with each other. But in the current situation, the invitation to the ball is usually a very purposeful act of communication or tentativeness.
Most of the people present were important members of the force, whether it was a witch or a witch. From Madame Maxim's words just now, it is clear that, in principle, the students of Beauxbatons are not allowed to attend this ball today, and the meaning of this is self-evident.
So, for the purpose of Maca's trip, she should invite a woman from another force to the dance floor. At that time, whether it is a good relationship or a cliché, it will be a good choice.
Perhaps, of course, that Mr. McLean was just courtesy of inviting himself to do his first dance?
Fanny didn't speak, but many thoughts flashed through her heart in an instant. She even wondered if she would be able to bring Willy over if she hurried back to Fort Blois.
However, this is actually because of the position, which makes Fanny think too complicated.
Maca's starting point is actually very simple - Fanny is the woman he brought with him this time, and it would obviously be quite rude not to ask his female companion to dance at the ball. As formal as the dinner and ball in Beauxbatons today, Maca will naturally abide by the rules of etiquette, after all, this is Madame Maxim's territory.
Anyway, Madame Maxim is also a friend of him and Hagrid, not to mention fighting for a friend or something, at least you can't lose face in the first place, right?
"McLean, are you alright?"
Maka was chatting politely with Madame Maxim when she suddenly heard the voice of the fat young master of the Hohenheim family from the side. He turned his head to look, only to find that the fat man had squeezed behind him.
"What's okay? What's wrong? Maca asked, confused.
Sarah...... Uh, I mean, my sister didn't do anything to you, did she? The fat man looked him up and down, and said worriedly, "You are the person the old man told me to see several times, can you ...... Let me tell you, my sister is actually not bad-hearted, but ...... I just like to blow things up and blow people up......"
As he spoke, he seemed to think that no one would believe him, but he finally shook his head.
"Okay...... Well...... Anyway, you don't seem like you're doing anything? The fat man hesitated, "She didn't blow you up with those things?" ”
"You mean that?" Maca looked at the fat man, and out of the corner of her eye, she vaguely caught a glimpse of his sister Sarah looking this way, but in an instant, she looked away, "Don't worry! Your sister is fine......
When the fat man heard this, he subconsciously looked back at Sarah, and then he noticed that Sarah was also looking at him. Looking at the quiet smile on his sister's face, the fat on the fat man's face couldn't help but tremble.
"yes, yes...... Great, great! He replied dryly, and then continued, "Okay, I'll go first...... Well, when the dance starts, why don't you invite my sister? You see, you also said she was good, huh...... If you grow up, you will definitely be even more beautiful! If you think it's okay, then start cultivating a relationship from now on, and I'll give her to you no problem! ”
The fat man's words became more and more unseemly, and the more he spoke, the lower his voice became, until at last he almost forced himself close to Maca's ear. It seems that he wished that someone could take away his important sister in advance!
After saying that, he also patted Maca on the shoulder vigorously, his face full of excitement.
Maca smiled at him and patted the fat man on the shoulder as well.
"Okay!" He smiled and said, "I'll go talk to your sister in a moment and ask her what she thinks of what your brother said......"
"Hey! Don't ...... Ahem," the fat man grinned, suppressing back the cowardice that had sprung up from the bottom of his heart, and pretended to be calm, "I mean, forget it...... Sarah is still too young, but it's far from the time to find a boyfriend. Besides, huh...... I'm reluctant to be a brother...... Oops, that's a ......"
It can be seen that this fat man and Ron are also the brothers of the same sister, but the two of them have diametrically opposite ideas. Ron showed a lot of rejection for Ginny's romance, and he was not someone he absolutely agreed with, and he would not let go of his sister. But this fat man is different, he is very much looking forward to the day when his sister gets married will come early, so that he can get out of the sea of suffering in advance.
Under the seemingly non-existent squeeze of Makana, the fat man was defeated. After he had a few more rambling words with Maca, he hurriedly said a faux pas, and then went straight back to Sarah.
"Sir, I see that Young Master Hohenheim seems to be afraid of his sister?" Seeing the fat man leaving, Fanny whispered to Maca.
"Maybe it's not scared!" Maca shook her head slightly, "Well, maybe there are a little bit, but the key should not be to be afraid or not." I'm more curious, but it's my sister's thoughts......"
As he spoke, the Hohenheim siblings had already greeted Madame Maxim and turned to find their seats. Maca looked at the big and small backs, but she felt more and more interesting.
"Find a suitable time another day to meet their father at the Hohenheim house! These children are so funny, their father must have a story to tell! He couldn't help but think.