I'm in Hogwarts, what the hell is the Honghuang system?

Chapter 13: Skilled Martial Arts, Magical Beasts

After meeting Hermione by chance, the first store Rhine went to with her was Madam Malkin's robe store.

After all, wearing Muggle clothes in Diagon Alley is still a bit conspicuous, especially in this life, Rhine not only has a delicate appearance, but also has a body that is supported by his iron-clad talent, which makes him even more noticeable.

All the witches, big and small, who passed by along the way kept looking back at Rhine.

Rhine thought it would be better for him to change into clothes that would make him less noticeable, otherwise he would feel as if the gazes of these witches were going to eat him.

After entering Madam Malkin's robe shop, both Rhine and Hermione breathed a sigh of relief, feeling a sense of relief.

Then both of them were stunned for a moment under this subtle tacit understanding, and smiled at each other.

"Cough cough..."

Madam Malkin coughed softly.

Hermione immediately looked away as if she had been electrocuted, a blush appearing on her face.

Rhine remained calm and composed.

"Madam Malkin, I'm here to buy the uniforms I need for school."

"Also, I need a loose-fitting robe with a hood that won't attract too much attention."

Madam Malkin was very familiar with school uniforms and such.

Although meticulous measurements were necessary given her rigor, she could actually tell roughly what size the little wizard needed for the school uniform at a glance.

And in Madam Mokin's eyes, Rhine was a natural clothes hanger.

This figure is enough to hold up all the clothes.

Coupled with his handsome face, wow, if he appeared at a party, he would definitely be the one that all the little witches would compete to invite.

But Rhine wanted a casual outfit that was less conspicuous, which made Madam Mokin feel sorry for him.

Beautiful things are hidden.

But her professionalism was absolutely excellent, and in less than a moment, she had prepared the clothes Rhine needed.

When Rhine walked out of the fitting room wearing school uniform, Madam Malkin and Hermione's eyes lit up.

Compared to Muggle clothing, the robe has a bit more mystery, making Rhine look more mysterious and attractive.

But soon, Rhine changed into casual clothes.

The slightly bulky robe concealed his figure, and the drooping hood also blocked his face, making him look like an ordinary little wizard.

Rhine was quite satisfied with this and was about to take out the money when Madam Malkin blinked.

"I think beautiful things are the greatest reward for people, and I have received them."

"Mr. Rhine, I won't charge you for these clothes. If you are willing to model for my new clothes in the future, I am willing to pay you extra."

After being stunned, Rhine felt a surge of emotion in his heart.

Wow, he has such a handsome face, he can really win both the wizarding and Muggle worlds.

"Thank you for your kindness, Madam Malkin."

"As for the modeling thing, I'll consider it if there's a chance."

Immediately, Rhine hurriedly dragged Hermione out of the robe shop.

"Help me keep the secret of what's happening here."

"I don't want my literary rivals to know that I was almost forced to be a model. Their pens will definitely write a thousand jokes to ridicule me."

After coming out, Rhine breathed a sigh of relief and asked Hermione for help.

Hermione nodded repeatedly, feeling as if she was sharing a secret with Rhine.

And this feeling is often a shortcut to closer relationships.

Before he knew it, the information on Rhine's system screen was refreshed.

[Your relationship with childhood Deng Chanyu was just that of an acquaintance]

[You get reward: skilled in martial arts]

【Do you want to collect it now? 】

Rhine took a deep breath.

"Hermione, well done, thank you so much!"

Hermione looked at Rhine, who was suddenly happy, with a confused look on her face. She thought that Rhine was so happy because she promised to keep his secret.

But isn't it right to keep secrets?
Rhine even said thank you to me. He doesn't have the arrogance of the legendary literary giant at all. He is such a good person!

At this moment, Rhine resisted the urge to collect the reward here and quickened his pace to finish the rest of his journey.

By the time he had bought all the necessary books, crucibles, etc., even though he had a strong body, Rhine felt quite tired.

This is even more tiring than buying New Year’s goods. No wonder many little wizards have to get their whole family involved!
At this time, Rhine stopped outside the Magical Creatures Shop.

Connections are something that need to be maintained over the long term.

Considering that if he returned to the Muggle world, he would have no way to contact the wizarding world, it was absolutely necessary to purchase an owl. Furthermore, Rhine glanced at Hermione, who was panting and out of breath.

I've troubled Hermione for so long, I should at least show some appreciation.

"Hermione, let's go to the Magical Creatures store one last time."

"I want to buy an owl, and I suggest you buy one too."

"That way, even when you're at school, you can still use owls to communicate with your parents and Muggle friends."

"Also, I heard that some well-known scholars in the wizarding world communicate with their readers through letters. It is said that Dumbledore's letters back then were often seen on the desks of those masters. Since you are so outstanding, you can also try to communicate with them."

Hermione's eyes lit up when she heard that.

But soon, Hermione shook her head.

"I've almost used up my Galleon allowance. I have some left that I plan to spend at Hogwarts, and now I don't have any extra credit to buy an owl."

"Rhine, you pick it out. I'll buy it next semester."

Rhine smiled.

Although he didn't launder the money, he saved a lot of money when buying school supplies.

The biggest expenses were the wand and the school uniform, and I bought all of them for free, so there was still a lot of credit left, enough to buy an owl.

"It's okay, I'll give you one as a gift, just as a..."

"A testimony to our friendship?"

"After all, it seems like we've all started calling each other by name without us noticing. So we must be friends, right?"

Hermione was stunned for a moment, then she remembered that from before until now, she and Rhine had always called each other by their first names.

Her face flushed instantly and she stammered.

"Of course..."

"Of course we are friends."

Rhine laughed.

"Well, since you have been with me for so long and helped me so much, I want to give you an owl. Don't refuse it."

Then, Rhine pulled Hermione into the store.

It was a rather crowded shop, with cages densely packed on the walls, displaying a dazzling array of fantastical creatures.

Poisonous orange snails, turtles with jeweled backs, cats of all colors, shapeshifting rabbits...

Of course, owls, as the most common pets and messengers, are indispensable.

Rhine, who has a mind full of seven orifices, can understand everything. He is much better than Parseltongue and can understand the words of any magical beast.

Soon, he chose an owl with soft brown feathers, round eyes, and a very cute look for Hermione.

"This one has a very gentle personality, is easy to raise, and isn't picky about food."

"The point is that she's very beautiful. What do you think, Hermione?"

Hermione's face showed obvious fondness and she nodded repeatedly.

However, after seeing the price, Hermione took a deep breath.

So expensive.

This is almost half the quota for freshmen.

No wonder Professor McGonagall said when she took her past that although freshmen were allowed to bring pets as soon as they entered school, Muggle-born freshmen would only buy pets in the second semester of the first year or in the second year.

Some even use the schoolhouse owl throughout their entire Hogwarts school years.

Now it seems that freshmen really can’t afford it.

Although Rhine saved a lot of money, if he bought this owl for himself, it would not be enough for him, right?

Hermione whispered.

"Rhine, it's too expensive. Let's forget it. Really, if you could sign the book for me, it would be the best gift for me."

"Just buy one for yourself."

There was a hint of strangeness in Rhine's eyes.

Silly girl Hermione, did she still think she was going to give up her owl?

Since he said so, there must be a way.

Even outside the store, Rhine saw an owl with gray-black feathers in the window, with a sign hanging under its cage.

"Free adoption, with owl food included."

"Please be careful, it has a ferocious temperament and has already scratched two owners in a row!"

(End of this chapter)