Hogwarts doesn't need a savior

After figuring out the ins and outs of such a gift, Lin En couldn't help but look up to this thoughtful fairy. He took the initiative to extend his hand and shook hands with the flattered Yie.

"I hope to reach an all-round cooperation with you, Eric." Iai said frankly, "As a director of Gringotts and a member of the Goblin Parliament, I hope to cooperate with your company and you, the future legendary wizard, to create a new chapter."

He made no secret of his ambition, and there was a faint but tenacious fire burning in his eyes.

"You are definitely not just changing the communication and information of the wizarding community. This is just a window for you to let most wizards, especially those who came from Muggle backgrounds, re-understand the relationship between technology and magic. You are promoting a change that is different from any previous one."

"Accurate judgment." Lin En raised his eyebrows and looked at this unique and capable elf with a little appreciation. "Many people say that you got to where you are today by luck. Now it seems that those who say so are fools. You are much better than the idiot who died in my hands back then."

"Thank you for the compliment. I am very grateful for it."

He said he was undeserving, but his face was calm and his brows were full of confidence. "Please don't underestimate the vision and ability of goblins, just like we chose to support Godric Gryffindor and his three companions."

"I agree with that. So what can you offer me? The intelligence about a group of goblin rebels is far from enough to convince me."

"Unlimited financial support, goblin technology, and technical talents from all over the world - I know you have a lot of strength, but more is better, isn't it?"

"So what do you want?"

"I want some shares, a promise, and the friendship of a legendary wizard."

This is obviously not a condition put forward casually, but the result of careful consideration.

Chapter 289 Certificate of Surrender

Lin En was a little surprised by Yi Ai's request, but it also aroused his interest.

He sat back on the sofa and thought for a moment before picking up the teacup and said softly, "Thank you for your appreciation, although I haven't reached that level yet - maybe you can elaborate on it."

"Gringotts UK Headquarters can provide your Starlight Magic Technology Group with an unlimited, long-term, low-interest loan without collateral, and will invest a corresponding proportion of funds from my personal fund in exchange for 20% of the equity - no voting rights are required."

Yi Ai seemed to be prepared, and took out a brand new contract from his arms while speaking.

He placed it respectfully on the coffee table, and the dense magic patterns came into view - both Lynn and Euphemia recognized it, this was an ancient magic that was almost lost.

It is also the most binding magical contract that is almost impossible for fairies to sign.

For the goblins who are greedy for money, this is generosity beyond imagination, and it also means a more long-term claim to benefits - not from Gringotts, but from Eaie himself.

This is a bundle of interests, and also a kind of wealth protection that gives people peace of mind.

"I generally agree with the investment and loan. You can discuss the details with Mr. Victor Roman later." Lin En agreed readily. "What do you want me to promise?"

"In the near future, I hope you can support me in becoming the Speaker of the Goblin Council. Before that, I will provide you with goblin metallurgy and magic item manufacturing technology, and arrange enough manpower to serve you."

Yiai's tone remained calm, but his eyes were filled with unprecedented heat.

This is the real purpose of his trip, and everything else is just bargaining chips.

"Give me a more convincing reason. Wealth, technology, and talent are all important, but they are not enough for me to choose you. After all, this is an internal affair of you goblins, and there is a rather sad racial divide between us."

"The problem you mentioned is my reason, Eric." Iaie had expected it and looked at him with burning eyes, "I am willing to swear an oath to change all this."

"I don't think anyone can change the thousands of years of traditions in your fairy society, and those stubborn restorationists." Euphemia looked at him suspiciously. "As far as I know, even today, the restorationists still have a considerable say in your fairy parliament."

Lin En expressed her support for her with silence, which also made Yi Ai feel a sense of weight on his shoulders.

It was as heavy as when he went to the Ministry of Magic to visit Millicent Barnold and Dumbledore as the temporary representative of Gringotts' UK headquarters more than ten years ago.

"Only by trying can change be possible, and I am willing to do that." He glanced at Lin and said slowly, "I know that you and Dumbledore have different styles. You will eventually move to the center of power - or behind the scenes. I can sort out everything for you within the goblin system without you getting your hands dirty."

"If your kind heard this, they would probably think you were a traitor."

"I don't deny it, but I must say that it is impossible for goblins to win anything more than what they have now in the war with wizards. On the contrary, if we rashly get involved in the dispute, it will only bring us destruction. Letting me have power does not conflict with the interests of protecting the goblins."

Iai lowered his head humbly. "Dumbledore is very old, and you are very young. For at least a hundred years in the future, goblins will not have the power to fight against you. It is unwise to fight against wizards at the top, but we can cooperate because goblins are valuable."

His impeccable attitude of respect surprised Lynn - even if the pride of the fairies is not second to none among all intelligent races, it is definitely at the forefront. Such a calm and sober fairy is indeed rare.

Euphemia poked Lynn's thigh without leaving any trace, and Lynn immediately understood what she meant.

He looked at Yi Ai with appreciation, and his tone became less serious and more intimate: "I think we should be considered friends after our last cooperation, what do you think?"

Yi Ai was stunned at first, then his face showed joy.

"If you really think so, it is the honor of my life, Lynn." He changed the address without hesitation, "As a symbol of our friendship, you don't need to do anything with the shameful goblin traitors. My subordinates will be responsible for cleaning them up. Of course, their wealth will be transported here without anyone noticing."

These words were spoken lightly, but they were a pledge of allegiance stained with blood.

At the same time, it was also a show of force by the goblin councillor.

Before cooperating, he must demonstrate his own value, not only the pale wealth, but also the qualifications to sit across the negotiating table - that is, the power to guard the wealth.

Lynn nodded with satisfaction, took out his magic communicator from his pocket and handed it to Euphemia beside him.

"Cooperation requires both sides to make efforts. This is the true meaning of the word. Please ask Ines to go. She just needs some evidence of her merits. As for the time, today is worse than tomorrow. Ie, how about today?"

"My men are on standby near Bainai Castle and can be dispatched at any time."

Beiner Castle is a famous historical site in the Matra Mountains in northern Hungary. It was built in the middle of the eleventh century and is only a few dozen kilometers away from the goblin rebel stronghold indicated by intelligence.

Being able to deploy such a well-trained regiment to such a close location, it was obvious that Iaie had been planning this for a long time, and there might even be other people behind it - Lynn thought so, and watched Euphemia leave the room expressionlessly.

Time passed by minute by minute, and the tea in the cup gradually cooled down.

There was a lot of noise down below in the building, and it was surprising that the noisy sound could be heard up above.

Although expensive, convenient communication is always indispensable in life - in the past, if the conditions were not available, you had to give up, but once the opportunity arises, you can't miss it.

In the shop and showroom on the first floor, in addition to the star product magic communicator, there are more than a dozen supporting products launched simultaneously - covering many areas of wizard life.

This undoubtedly ignited the enthusiasm for consumption, especially on this day.

While Victor was busy, Arthur also exchanged pleasantries with his former colleagues at the Ministry of Magic and discussed the possibility of cooperation - especially Amelia Bones who took time out of her busy schedule.

Fudge is a conservative who sticks to the old ways, and she doesn't have such concerns as she has to deal with criminals all the time.

Those on the front lines know best the value of these magical items.

Although no cooperation could be reached on the spot, in the near future, the order from the Ministry of Magic will be a key blow to the fame of this new enterprise - not only in the UK.

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By noon, the tea in the office had been changed twice, and the noise outside gradually died down as lunch time arrived.

Euphemia, who had been out, had not yet returned.

Lynn and Eai sat and chatted, neither of them worried at all.

They all knew that the blood of the goblin rebels was the cornerstone of the cooperation and also the guarantee that made Lin En feel at ease with this partner.

Yi Ai did not feel any psychological burden about this, instead he was eager to please.

Until the sound of a handle turning was heard outside the closed door.

Euphemia, with a calm face, took the lead, followed by Inès, who looked triumphant, and Hawke, who looked heavy-hearted.

"Sir Iaie, Mr. Eric, we have fulfilled our mission and the rebels have been wiped out." The old goblin was covered in scars and smelled of blood.

“Lynn, these guys are quite capable. They fought with me for quite a while.”

As Inès boasted about her achievements, several silver nameplates fell on the coffee table, stained with blood.

They are all status symbols of the leading figures of the goblin rebels.

"Very good." Lin En remained calm. "Now we can discuss the situation of the Fairy Council, the future Speaker of Iaie, our shareholder."

Yiai's expression became visibly lively, and his heart, which had been hanging in the air, finally settled down.

He was sure that his pledge of allegiance was recognized.

At the same time, there also comes a bright Yangguan Road.

Chapter 290: Christmas Difference

As the sun sets and rises, Lynn, having dealt with many issues in Diagon Alley, returns to his home in Birmingham to celebrate the most important holiday of the year with his girlfriend.

But this time there was one more person traveling with them.

"Ah ...

In the morning, Ines, wearing a pink pajamas, walked out of the guest room, rubbed her eyes, sat on the sofa in the living room, and yawned.

Lynn and Euphemia had already packed up early and were dealing with the mountains of Christmas presents.

"You two are so cold!" Seeing that the two ignored her, Ines lazily grabbed the pillow and said in a long tone, "Didn't I just interrupt your world of two?"

"That's secondary." Lin En put down a book and turned his head to say, "I'm just curious, you don't seem to have any feelings about what happened yesterday? Except for pestering Fei for credit."

"Hmm... how do you think I should feel?" Inès tilted her head playfully and threw the question back, "I'm not a kid who just graduated from school. But then again, that old man named Hawke and the group he led are quite interesting and quite powerful."

"He was just showing off his muscles to us. He should have most of his wealth." Euphemia, who was working silently, also raised her head and said as she cleaned up the Christmas tree, "I don't like him. People who can betray their own kind so straightforwardly are not trustworthy. But I have to say, he is very useful."

She was deeply impressed by the low-key, decisive and ruthless performance shown by Yiai and his men yesterday.

"At least one thing is certain, he doesn't have the guts to be our enemy, and he can lighten our burden." Lynn smiled and stepped forward to help, holding his girlfriend's slender waist. "I was worried that Arthur wouldn't even have a good Christmas, so I thought about going out and having a big fight."

"Then Molly will come to settle the score with you." Euphemia joked.

The two of them chatted back and forth, and before they knew it, Ines was left out again.

The pathetic thick barrier that stood in front of her made her feel extremely frustrated. She sat cross-legged on the sofa, hugging a pillow, and sulking to herself.

It was not until Lynn reminded her that her friends were coming to the door soon that Ms. Garcia realized that her clothes were not decent enough. She screamed and rushed back to the guest room.

There followed a rummaging of boxes and cupboards - just like in Castrobus, she was always not so neat.

Soon, the first visitor of this Christmas arrived.

"Merry Christmas! Fei! Lynn! Looks like I'm the first one here!"

Victor, who was not working, changed back into his usual outdoor clothes that made him most comfortable. As soon as he walked in, he gave her a warm hug and almost dropped the gift.

Under Euphemia's disdainful gaze, the unkempt former explorer took off his coat with a smile, walked into the house while joking, and looked around curiously.

"Where's Inès? Didn't she say yesterday that she would stay at your place for one night? We've been wanting to discuss the results of the previous research with her. Fatty has also made a breakthrough."

"She..." Lin En smiled mischievously, his eyes drifting towards the guest room.

With a bang, the door opened and Ines, with her hair not yet tidied, ran out excitedly.

"What breakthrough? Tell me about it!" This enthusiasm made Lynn feel like he had met Amanda - especially when they were studying the Devitalization Spell together.

Then, a fire lit up in the fireplace and a crisp bell rang outside the door.

Almost immediately, old friends came one after another, and the spacious living room of the villa became crowded.

This was a small compensation for Lynn's failure to attend the Halloween party, and it was organized by Brian and Alex, who love parties.

“…These guys.”

Looking at the group of people chatting animatedly, Euphemia smiled and shook her head, then walked into the kitchen full of ingredients alone, leaving the warm festive atmosphere outside the door.

She didn't notice that Sonya and Brian had quietly left their seats and were tiptoeing closer.

The laughter and Victor's voice boasting about his sales achievements echoed in the house for a long time. The unhung ribbons dangling from the Christmas tree added a sense of life to the room.

This year's Christmas was particularly lively, especially after Nicole and his wife and little Rem arrived from Beauxbatons.

This is a festival of reunion, belonging to family and to close friends who are not family but are better than family.

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St Mungo's Hospital for Witchcraft and Wizardry, London.

The ward was also decorated with many ribbons and colorful lights. Frank and Alice, who were tidy, were rarely calm and sat on Neville's left and right.

Their eyes were still blank, but they instinctively focused on the wand in their son's hand.

It was no longer the short, thick wooden stick, but was replaced by Rodolphus Lestrange's slender wand that was like a venomous snake.

Amanda has taken time off to attend the banquet, but Neville's training has not stopped.

In order to cure his parents as soon as possible, he raced against time to try every possible method, including a desperate fight with the enemy's wand.

Emotion is the source of magic and the source of a wizard's power.

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Hogwarts Castle, Scotland.