Chapter 742 Who are you talking about? (Ask for a recommended monthly ticket)
Chapter 742 Who are you talking about? (Ask for a recommended monthly ticket)
It can be said that this giant magic lamp is called a lamp, but it is actually a multi-functional magic circle integrating assistance, exorcism, protection, and combat.
Usually, when I walk under this lamp, I will find that my clothes are dry and clean, the influence of the black magic that I occasionally get on my body is lessened, and my spirit will be much better.
There are even some wizards who have been backlashed by their research on black magic. They squat in the hall of the Ministry of Magic for a few days, and they may be able to be cured directly.
If any dangerous situation occurs, the magic lamp in the hall will immediately turn into protective equipment to assist the staff to maintain order.
There have been prisoners who were arrested and tried to escape when they passed the hall, but the magic lamp could cast binding magic to trap them without Aurors' hands, not to mention the occasional magical animal out of control, or wizard brawl , and remotely cast a group calming spell to get it done.
This giant magic lamp was of course Anduin's work, and it was also a top-quality alchemy prop specially ordered by him for the Ministry of Magic. The cost alone cost him more than 3000 Galleons.
As soon as this lamp came out, it immediately attracted the attention of all walks of life, and in a short period of time it became a symbol of the prosperity of the Ministry of Magic.
At the same time, because of this unique magic lamp, the British Ministry of Magic once became the most popular institution for wizards in the country, which greatly increased the prestige of the Ministry of Magic.
Many people wandered around the Ministry of Magic when they had nothing to do. While admiring the magic lamp, they experienced the buffs it brought, and many people even came up with the idea of joining the Ministry of Magic.
Of course, the number of employees of the Ministry of Magic has indeed increased a lot. For example, in the main hall now, there are several times more reception staff than before.
The skyrocketing funding has resulted in the Ministry of Magic being able to add a lot of jobs, and more jobs have also attracted more wizards to return or emigrate to the UK.
It can be said that the current British Ministry of Magic is quite popular even in the international wizarding community.
And all of this depends on the commercial success of Anduin Silver Flash Firm, so there is no one in the Ministry of Magic who does not know him. This is a real 24K pure gold thigh.
Therefore, as soon as Anduin appeared, a receptionist in the main hall greeted him immediately. He found out that he was still an acquaintance, and it was Mona who was one level younger than him when he was in Slytherin House.
"Chief...oh no, Mr. Wilson, is there something important for you to come here today? Do you need to inform the Minister for you?"
Mona came to Anduin's side with a little reservedness. Now the former chief is a big shot. Minister Fudge once specially asked that Anduin can report to him at any time as long as there is a need.
"It's okay, Mona, you can just call me by my name or the chief, you don't need to be so polite." Anduin smiled slightly, "By the way, I remember that you work in the Magic Law Office of the Department of International Magical Cooperation? What? Ran to the front hall to work as a receptionist?"
"It's not that you made trouble with that magical communication system!" Mona shrugged helplessly, "In a few days, it will be the ribbon-cutting day for that system."
"In order to show his importance, Minister Fudge specially invited official members from various European countries to observe it. At the same time, many alchemists and groups from other places also came to visit."
"This has led to a large number of foreigners coming to the British magical world recently, and the various businesses of the Ministry of Magic have become particularly busy."
"As for the affairs of the reception, the minister is actually all in the Department of International Magical Cooperation. I heard that the hotels in Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade are almost full of people. Going to help build a temporary camp."
After complaining for a while with resentment, Mona asked curiously, "Why, don't you know about such a big thing? This is a construction project led by you."
"It was my negligence. I didn't expect Fudge to take this matter so seriously." Anduin shook his head with a sneer.
Anduin really didn't expect Fudge to promote his magic communication network so hard. He had been staying in Germany before, and the opening ceremony there was actually earlier than in England, but Andre only invited some local celebrities to come. It's just a show of support, so it's not particularly ostentatious.
After all, this so-called magical communication is actually a copy of the Muggle World Communication Network, but Anduin bypassed the supervision of the Secrecy Act through alchemy. The wool is not particularly on the countertop.
As a result, Fudge, a guy with an eye for money, did not hesitate to personally promote the business of Silver Flash Trading Company in order to increase the income of the Ministry of Magic.
If it were someone else, how could he work so hard for a company?That would make the Ministry look as if it were at the mercy of Silver Flash.
Anduin is happy to see the success of this, since Fudge is so proactive, he is willing to accept the favor. Speaking of which, although the new minister's abilities are average, he is not without merits.
That being the case, I will give you a big gift in a while!
Anduin nodded inwardly, then looked at Mona, "I'm looking for Fudge today for something else, is he busy?"
"The minister should be receiving a celebrity from the Italian wizarding world right now. If it was you, he should have withdrawn to see you." Mona guided Anduin into the elevator while explaining to him in detail.
"Have all the people from Italy come? It seems that Fudge pays more attention to this project than I do. By the way, are there any guests from the Holy See? I am quite familiar with some of their bishops."
Anduin thought, if the priesthood wizards of the Holy See also came over, he could study Voldemort with them.
When Anduin traveled to Italy, he made friends with several bishops and communicated with them a lot. Those guys were highly accomplished in soul magic, and the holy light magic they developed was even more lethal to souls.
"That's not true. They are all journalists. Since the wizards of the Holy See started to serve the gods, they have been severely separated from the traditional wizarding world. Under normal circumstances, they would not take the initiative to visit the Ministry of Magic of a country." Mona said to those who claimed to be priests. The wizard didn't like it very much, so he couldn't help but slander him.
Anduin did not deny Mona's complaints. Since the wizards of the Holy See chose another path, they have become more and more different from traditional wizards. It is not surprising that the two sides do not understand each other, but the other party is not completely unable to communicate. And there is also a certain connection with the Wizarding International.
The two came to the minister's office while chatting. At this time, Fudge was meeting with several wizards from Italy. Since they were all related to the media industry, the meeting was actually more like an interview.
When Mona brought Anduin in, Fudge was talking endlessly about the magic communication system to be launched by Silver Flash Trading Company. It seemed that he was an employee of Silver Flash Trading Company, while those beside Fudge were It was Umbridge, now his secretary.
Seeing Anduin's visit, Fudge immediately introduced him to several reporters excitedly.
"Look, this is the pride of our British wizarding world. Mr. Wilson, who has become the most prestigious alchemist at a young age, is the one who wrote the upcoming magic communication network."
While talking, Fudge leaned close to Anduin, and asked the reporters to take a group photo regardless of whether he liked it or not.
Seeing such an enthusiastic Fudge, Anduin was quite speechless, why should this guy be so excited?
But after seeing the camera lens pointing at this side, he still put on a formal pose very cooperatively.
On the other hand, Umbridge was very vain and wanted to come over to take a group photo. After all, this was international news, and it was a pity that he was able to show his face in other countries' media, but it was a pity that he was finally stopped by Anduin's eyes. The pink old toad was depressed for a while.
After taking the group photo, Fudge sent those reporters out with a wink. He also knew that Anduin came to him suddenly, probably because of something important.
After there were no more idlers around, Fudge happily took Anduin to his seat.
"Anduin, I didn't expect you to come here by such a coincidence. Today I have interviewed several groups of media, and they are all very interested in your magic communication. It is not in vain that I have spent so much time planning this opening. ceremony."
Fudge actually didn't understand what Anduin's alchemy system was like, but Minister Budnor had mentioned it specifically, so he showed so much importance.
"Not bad!" Umbridge on the side also flatteringly added, "In addition to the media from various countries, several other countries have sent high-level officials from the Ministry of Magic to watch the ceremony. Minister Fudge is very concerned about your career!"
Umbridge actually didn't like the young man in front of him very much. After all, she had been intimidated by the other party before, but she was a person who knew how to follow suit. Since Fudge was so enthusiastic, she naturally had to cooperate.
"Minister Lawfudge, please worry about it. It's just an opening ceremony. In fact, there is no need to mobilize so many teachers. In recent months, Ms. Badeno has actually helped to negotiate cooperation intentions with the Ministry of Magic of several countries. Next, in their The country will gradually roll out this network.”
Anduin was getting all hairy from these two diligent guys, so he was more reserved.
"Look at what you said, the matter of the Silver Flash Trading Company is the matter of our British Ministry of Magic!" Fudge said with a straight face, "It is our well-deserved responsibility to assist the development of local enterprises!"
Damn, this sounds good, and I don't know what kind of rhetoric you will become if I don't provide taxes. Anduin couldn't help rolling his eyes when he heard that. He knows the nature of Minister Fudge too well. , anyway, if you have milk, you are a mother.
"That's right!" Umbridge next to him immediately became serious as if he was participating in an imitation show, "And Minister Fudge is not only thinking about Silver Flash Trading Company, but also working hard for the entire British wizarding community."
Umbridge became more and more excited as he spoke, and in the end he even said, "Seeing that Minister Fudge has such strong support, if I were Mr. Wilson, you would definitely choose to adjust the tax ratio as a thank you to the Ministry of Magic." present!"
"Um?"
Anduin's smile froze when he heard this, and then he gave Umbridge a hard look, the danger in his eyes was very clear.
This old toad is really not big or small!Are you worthy of saying this?Are you so greedy for my money before starting a new business? , Sooner or later, find a chance to clean you up, and Anduin silently put Umbridge's name on the blacklist in his heart.
"Umbridge! Mr. Wilson chose to cooperate with the Ministry of Magic for the first time, which is already the greatest sincerity. What you should do now is to learn to be grateful!"
Fudge next to her was also very dissatisfied with her gaffe. At the same time, after reprimanding Umbridge, he looked at Anduin cautiously. If Anduin was offended by her inappropriate remarks, he would be in trouble.
The reason why Fudge was so cautious in front of Anduin was mainly because he knew something about the other party's behavior and means.
Back then, it was this young man who, when he was a teenager, nearly ruined the Tefras family by himself, and even the whole family was forced to flee from England in the end.
The reason why Fudge knows these details is precisely because he was a witness to Anduin and Julia's oath by mistake.
Therefore, although Anduin usually behaved kindly, he knew very well that if someone accidentally offended him, the consequences would be disastrous.
So although Fudge is extremely greedy, he seldom takes the initiative to ask for anything from Anduin and Silver Flash Trading Company. On the one hand, it is because Anduin has indeed given enough, and on the other hand, he is actually afraid.
"Yes... I'm sorry!" Umbridge, who was scolded by the minister, apologized again and again in panic. She didn't expect that she would accidentally slap the horse's leg when she flattered her.
"Anduin, don't be as knowledgeable as Umbridge!" After training the other party, Fudge smiled and smoothed things over, "You came here today without saying hello, probably not for business, you need my help with something ?"
Facing Fudge's smoothness, Anduin didn't care much, so he turned his head and smiled, "I didn't come here today to ask for your help, but I met a person yesterday, I think you might treat him more interested."
"Oh? Who is it?" Fudge blinked inexplicably. Who is he interested in?Now he is probably most interested in Anduin in front of him.
"Voldemort." Anduin said a terrifying name with a calm expression.
"Who are you talking about?"
"Are you crazy?"
Fudge and Umbridge on the opposite side did not unexpectedly widen their eyes, and opened their mouths in surprise. After hearing this name, their first reaction was either to suspect that they had heard it wrong, or to think that Anduin Got mad.
"I'm talking about Voldemort! The leader of the Death Eaters, the Dark Lord who once provoked the wizard war!" Anduin said calmly again, but this time his tone became extremely firm.
(End of this chapter)