harry potter book of crimes

"Is that a Brandt?"

Hermione was very concerned about the aura that the other party exuded just now, but what concerned her even more was the relationship between the minister in front of her and the other party.

Obviously, the warning contained in the breath was not aimed at the four "outsiders", but Erich sitting opposite. What was even more surprising was that Erich apparently

He noticed the warning at the first moment, but he just endured it silently.

"Madam, is Beauxbatons okay? It should be the same as before, right? I still remember the Quidditch match we played against Durmstrang, and the championship trophy we won that time. I still put it away to this day.

I keep it in my office and look at it every day! That is perhaps the most proud honor I have received in my life..."

Erich skipped the topic of his family and father without leaving a trace, and began to talk about the past with Mrs. Maxim. While Maxim was chatting with him, he couldn't help but look at himself.

De Guin, who was standing next to him, could never find the opportunity to bring the conversation back to the "original topic".

Apparently, Ehrlich didn't want to talk to DeQuin from the beginning!

However, although Erich did not want to mention it, and Maxim was inconvenient to speak so bluntly due to his status, there was always someone who could put aside his scruples and speak up. Either it was Hermione, or it was De.

Quinn herself.

While Hermione was thinking about the identity of the person in the corner, she did not forget the reason why they came here today. Seeing that Ms. Dequin was still sitting there in a daze with a gloomy face, she thought

Thinking about it, he couldn't help but take the initiative to say to Erich:

"Mr. Brandt, although this may be a bit presumptuous, may I ask you a question?"

"Oh, of course!"

When Eric heard Hermione talking to him, he temporarily interrupted the memories of his student days, nodded at her and said:

"You're welcome. Just ask whatever you want! Except for some matters related to the secrets of the Ministry of Magic, we can talk about everything else."

"Thank you," Hermione nodded slightly, "This shouldn't be a secret... because I just want to ask if there are any unusual events in the German wizarding world. You know, France, Norway, Germany... are far away from the UK

It's not far away, and it may be Haierbo's next target. So even if it's just some small things, we should pay attention to them as soon as possible to avoid leaving behind troubles."

"Well, yes, let me first express my gratitude to Miss Granger on behalf of the wizarding people of our country," Erich said with a smile, "It's just...as far as I know, at least for the time being, no noteworthy incidents have been discovered.

During this period, I am also asking everyone to pay attention. If any problems arise, they will be reported to me in a timely manner."

As for why Hermione suddenly asked this, not only Erich, but also Madame Maxime felt a little confused. Is she really worried about the situation in Germany?

Only the old butler had just seen Hermione glance at DeQuin before speaking, and he knew that Hermione's next sentence was probably what she really wanted to say.

As expected, Hermione continued:

"As expected of Mr. Brandt, he must have thought more carefully than me. I seem to be a little careless... However, after all, we have just been to Belgium before, and when I think about it, it is very likely that Haierbo will

Choosing to recommend to the interior of Europe from there, I can’t help but worry that there won’t be another Britain in the world!”

As she was speaking, she suddenly changed her subject and said:

"Ah! Speaking of Belgium, it seems we haven't introduced it to you yet. This is"

Yes, Hermione wanted to force the topic back to Ms. DeQuin. Erich ignored DeQuin just now, so he couldn't ignore Hermione this time, right?

But what Hermione didn't expect was that Eric really couldn't pretend not to hear this time, but there was a hint of meaning in his eyes that she couldn't understand.

What kind of sight is that?

Is it a threat? No, there is no sharpness or sharpness in the other party's eyes, but just a little...a little helplessness and pleading?

Since the gaze was only fleeting, Hermione couldn't be sure what the deep meaning contained in it was. However, just because of this gaze, Hermione subconsciously gave up the idea of ​​"introducing" DeQuin to the other party.

"...Well, what I mean is," Hermione paused for a moment, unconsciously glancing at the young lady sitting next to Erich from the corner of her eye, "Yes, this lady, Mr. Brandt, you don't seem to have...

Please introduce it to us!"

"Ah!" Erich reacted immediately and nodded hurriedly, "This is the liaison officer of our International Wizarding Cooperation Department. Miss Ava Fogel has excellent professional skills and is a trustworthy member of our department.

.”

Because Erich had only wanted to see the right time to help push back the solicitation, seeing that most of the current conversation was chatting with his own ministers, so Fogel never opened his mouth.

Seeing Erich introducing herself to the other party, she nodded politely and said:

"Hello, Miss Granger... Minister Brandt, this is really an exaggeration. I am just an ordinary liaison officer. My work is too small compared to everyone else, and it is not worth mentioning at all."

Fogel can serve as a liaison officer, and he is naturally a person with quick thinking and strong observation. Although there are many things that she is not very clear about, but it is obviously not the time for her to speak at this moment. She can feel this at least.

Got it.

Therefore, after being polite for a while, she immediately shut her mouth again and became her transparent person again.

To be honest, from the moment Erich appeared in the living room and met Hermione and others, the atmosphere of today's conversation has always been very subtle. Not only did Erich speak without thinking about him, Maxim also

Madam also couldn't speak frankly because she needed to represent Beauxbatons, and even Hermione became more puzzled and worried because of the strange look in her eyes.

As for the old butler... he seems determined to be a calm bystander.

Obviously, in order to help Ms. De Guin and fulfill Madame Maxime's original intention, a breaking point is needed to break through the already thin barrier between the two parties.

It's a pity that the thinner the "barrier" is, the more hazy it becomes that people dare not easily break through.

Erich was obviously restrained by something, and this was also the scruple in Hermione's heart. She was worried that if she went too far, it would harm Erich and Ms. Dequin.

But who knew that this "breaking point" would suddenly be detonated by DeQuin himself when everyone was at a stalemate!