harry potter book of crimes

"Hello, Ms. DeQuin... Although it is at this time, it is still a pleasure to meet you."

After Mrs. Maxim made the introduction, Hermione originally wanted to say something to the other party about the current situation and her own thoughts. However, when she remembered that the old housekeeper had reminded her that she could just wait and see how things changed at the beginning, she slightly

After hesitating, he decided to do as the old housekeeper said.

So, she simply said hello to the other party.

"Oh, nice to meet you too!"

Very standard British English, with some Cockney accent. Hermione bet that this Ms. DeQuin must have actually lived in the UK for a period of time.

Of course, whether the other party has been to England is obviously not the focus of today's meeting. Hermione just smiled and nodded, and Ms. De Guin also nodded slightly, and then went to exchange a few words with the old housekeeper.

Not long after, the four people sat down again around the small round table covered with colorful brocade tablecloth. As the host, Ms. De Guin finally took the lead and said:

"I didn't expect that three distinguished guests would visit me this morning: Beauxbatons in Belgium, Hogwarts, the two major wizarding schools, and the French Blois family with ancient wizard heritage. Oh, if only the three of them could have informed me in advance.

Wait, I must ask someone to arrange the highest courtesy before I dare to let you in!"

Her words were spoken in a relaxed tone, her face was calm, her words were humorous, and she even had a breathtaking smile on her lips. She was completely different from the sad look she had in her office before.

However, this also vaguely showed her attitude towards this meeting: after the joy of reuniting with Madame Maxime's old friend, she still remembered her identity after all, and with her duties as Minister of Magic of Belgium, this conversation

After all, it still has to be kicked off in a more "official" state.

As Hermione mentioned just now, a meeting of this level at this "opportunity" will inevitably lead to some imagination.

However, Hermione and the old housekeeper did not express their opinions on this, but remained silent for a short time, still giving the right to speak to Mrs. Maxim.

"DeQuin...ah, sorry, I should call you 'Minister DeQuin' now..."

Although Mrs. Maxim has some giant blood flowing in her body, her wisdom is no less than that of most people. Otherwise, she would not be able to firmly grasp Booth in the eyes of many discriminations and suspicions.

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With this opening, she consciously incorporated her personal friendship with DeQuin into the conversation again. Moreover, she said it in reverse, so that DeQuin didn't even know whether to smile slightly reluctantly.

However, he simply acknowledged Maxim's feelings and corrected him tactfully.

Yes, although she and De Guin are indeed both teachers and friends, both parties are now shouldering many responsibilities.

Or why have they only been in contact through personal letters over the years? It's because they both understand that both parties are the kind of people who are willing to give everything to their responsibilities. Once the friendship between the two involves work, this

This rare friendship will definitely no longer be so pure.

Maxim did not stop, and then smiled and said:

"It's just a joke! As you can see, we didn't come here with any fanfare just to make this meeting less formal. We are friends, aren't we? You know, we are friends. In fact, I know you must be there every day recently.

It’s been a very difficult life... The harm of this disaster is obvious to all, and no one can hide everyone’s condition.”

The two were friends after all. As Mrs. Maxim talked, she gradually put aside her previous somewhat aggressive attitude. Her words gradually became more sincere.

"I know your difficulties, and I think you should also know our difficulties." She paused, and then continued, "Look, the fact that Blois Castle was destroyed by Haierbo overnight is almost over now.

Everyone knows, and we Beauxbatons have to keep quiet to avoid getting burned...and although the news has not spread yet, in fact, Hogwarts Castle has also been destroyed by Halber and Mr. MacLean.

Destroyed in a fierce battle"

"What!"

This news was undoubtedly a huge shock to DeQuin.

You know, almost all the forces are currently watching the back-and-forth between Maka and Haierbo, and everyone is also looking forward to Maka winning the battle. But who knows, who was born in Hogwarts?

Maka, however, also failed to retain her "roots" under Haierbo.

Hmm... No, if you think about it carefully, should this be called a failure by Maka? Or should it be said that he had enough foresight?

The decision to arrange for all the teachers and students of Hogwarts to leave in advance meant that what Haierbo destroyed was nothing more than an empty shell.

In fact, Mrs. Maxim naturally had a purpose for telling this "breaking" news.

Nowadays, too many people are relying on Maka, but Maka cannot protect everyone alone. The current situation where most of the forces are just silent spectators is actually very dangerous! She has to let everyone

Only by shaking them all drastically can they be encouraged to unite and fight with all their strength against the huge crisis that may be coming.

After Dequin calmed down a little and recovered from the surprise of the destruction of Hogwarts Castle, Maxim continued:

"Dequin, let me tell you the truth! We came here this time to actually form a resistance alliance composed of multiple forces. I don't need to tell you who is the rebel? I just want you to understand that we can't continue

No more waiting, this is not a battle fought by the British wizarding community, let alone Mr. MacLean alone!"

Hearing Mrs. Maxim's words, Hermione couldn't help but feel deeply, and subconsciously wanted to say something. But at this moment, the old housekeeper next to her motioned to her with his eyes, apparently telling her not to be there.

Interject at this time.

"Can't you speak yet? Didn't Mr. Butler mean that you want me to see clearly the relationship between Madame Maxime and Ms. De Guin?"

And just when Hermione was confused, Ms. Dequin, who had been listening to Maxim's words, finally took a deep breath, and then said slowly:

"Olim, you came to me this time not to ask me to join the 'Resistance Alliance', right? Well, at least your biggest purpose is definitely not this."

As she was speaking, she suddenly changed the topic and sighed softly for no reason:

"You should know that Erich and I... haven't seen each other for a long time."