Study Days at Hogwarts

Chapter 1609 A war without a winner (59)

However, the topic of the evening conversation still took Mr. Weasley astray, and he was eventually drawn into preparing to provide power to Avalon.

The conflict between magic and electricity has become a hotly discussed topic.

In the end, it was Mrs. Weasley who showed off her power and drove everyone back to rest, finally ending the big discussion.

Hermione lay back on the bed but couldn't sleep for a long time, not because of the previous big discussion about magic and electricity, but because she was hesitating whether to reply to the sender.

After some hesitation and struggle, Hermione sat up from the bed, picked up the communication bookmark and wand she had placed on the table, and replied to the other party's message.

Things need to be resolved eventually, and procrastinating is not an option.

When Isobel sent her that letter, she also wanted to express her willingness to solve this problem.

However, what surprised Hermione was that Isobel's reply was faster than she expected.

Just when she was about to close her eyes and rest, the text on the communication bookmark changed.

Moreover, in order to prevent the communication bookmark from falling into the hands of others, Isobel replied in code words that only she could understand:

I already know about your affairs.

Don't worry, I'm not angry.

Because you are not the first and you will not be the last.

So I don't mind your presence.

However, now that you have accepted that identity, you need to accept the corresponding responsibilities.

There is never any good thing in this world that only takes benefits without paying for them. And the price you need to pay for this is not unacceptable to you.

"At what cost?" Hermione asked.

"Your loyalty."

The words crossed on the communication bookmark made Hermione stunned.

"loyalty?"

Using the dim light from the tip of her wand, Hermione looked at the latest text that appeared on the communication bookmark and murmured, "My loyalty?"

Of course she could understand what loyalty here meant, and she could also understand why Isobel said this was not a price she could not accept.

only……

Quite unexpected.

"Is this what I think of as loyalty?"

Hermione used her wand again to modify the text on the communication bookmark.

"Yes, your loyalty."

This text was smoothly crossed over on the communication bookmark again, "You need to conclude a magical contract for this to ensure your loyalty. This is the price you need to pay."

"Are you willing to pay for this?"

"Is this the price?" Hermione murmured.

To be honest, Hermione had never considered leaving Albert.

She loved Albert.

There is no doubt about this.

However, Hermione couldn't understand why this would become Isobel's so-called price.

This made her curious.

"What if I don't want to?" Hermione asked.

"Will be considered a waiver."

There was a moment's delay in the reply on the communication bookmark. Perhaps the person opposite seemed surprised to receive such a question.

"If you really don't want to accept it, then I suggest you give up as soon as possible and treat it as a sweet dream."

"This is not a test. No one needs a so-called test. You should know it yourself."

"Is this your decision?"

Hermione fell silent.

"I do, but what do I get?"

“If you are willing to accept your new identity, you will get far more than you put in.”

"How to sign a contract?"

Hermione seemed to see the woman who slightly raised the corners of her mouth.

If she were Isobel, she would definitely not want another woman to compete with her for a man. That would be something she could not tolerate.

Therefore, she was actually curious about what made Isobel so generous.

"When the time comes, we need to meet, preferably before the store opens."

"Why before opening the store?"

Hermione seemed to have thought of something, and her idea was quickly confirmed.

"Because you're not the last one.

"I suggest you come and take a look at the store the day it opens."

"Honestly, you have no advantage."

That night, Hermione couldn't sleep.

The next morning, Hermione didn't stay in Avalon long before she went alone to the cafe she had made an appointment with last night.

Katrina was also there, and the two sisters were whispering something. Their temperaments were very elegant and quiet, which put a lot of pressure on Hermione.

Hermione had never considered herself ugly, but now she felt a little regretful that she didn't dress up before going to the appointment, because she was completely outclassed.

She screamed in her heart!

"This should be our first official meeting." Isobel greeted her with a smile.

"I had the honor to attend your wedding to Albert." Hermione nodded stiffly and said, "This should be the first time we meet officially."

"I'm glad you came." Katrina said with a smile, "Would you like a cup of coffee? The cappuccino here is pretty good."

"Are we going to talk here?" Hermione asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Of course not, we have to change places later. Girls' private topics are not suitable to be discussed in public." Isobel comforted with a smile, "We just think you may need a cup of coffee or black tea to relax."

"You're too nervous."

"Oh, thank you."

Hermione ordered herself a cup of coffee and took a few sips to steady herself.

Normally, Hermione wouldn't be so nervous, but Isobel put too much pressure on her.

It's not all because of facing the real master, but when facing Isobel, my own aura was severely suppressed, and I had the illusion that I had been completely seen through. Even using the brain occluder spell could not eliminate that feeling. Uncomfortable feeling.

"I am not angry."

Isobel calmly handed several photos to Hermione.

"Because I figured it would be a matter of time."

"This is……"

Hermione looked at the beautiful girl in the photo and suddenly felt inexplicably inferior.

"Are they..." she asked knowingly.

"Their situation is similar to yours, but they are not as lucky as you to succeed in advance." Isobel was very satisfied with the expression on Hermione's face and reminded, "There is their personal introduction behind the photo."

Sure enough, it was the owner of the Wizard Beauty Shop, which she had expected last night.

"They too?"

Hermione was indeed very shocked by the quantity and quality of Albert's lovers. No wonder Hermione said that she had no advantage and that she seemed to be holding back.

The only thing that Hermione couldn't quite understand was why Isobel indulged in this matter.

"It's better to block than to open up."

Isobel seemed to see through Hermione's thoughts and explained with a smile, "Besides, this is a matter of interest."

Interested?

In other words, the global chain of wizard beauty shops is related to Albert?

That's right, only he can provide excellent and popular beauty formulas.

Maybe this is the future Albert planned for his lover.

Just as Hermione's mind was spinning rapidly, a voice suddenly sounded.

"This matter has nothing to do with Albert. At first, we just exchanged beauty tips with each other. Later, Kathleen opened the store first, and it became out of control."

Hermione opened her mouth slightly!

"Excellent people are always particularly popular, aren't they?" Katrina said meaningfully, "Here at Albert, they can get what they want, so they have no reason to give up."

"Especially since they have their own advantages."

Even Hermione had to admit this, the people in the photos were all first-rate beauties.

"Okay, some private matters are not suitable to be discussed here, come with me." Isobel drank the coffee in the cup, paid at the counter, and greeted Hermione with a smile to leave.