Chapter 763 Car (seeking recommended monthly ticket)
Chapter 763 Car (seeking recommended monthly ticket)
"Is this what you want me to see?"
In the shed outside the Burrow, Anduin looked at a classic Ford Anglia car that Arthur showed him, his eyes full of curiosity.
"Not bad!" Arthur introduced to Anduin enthusiastically, "This is a magical car that I personally remodeled. Although its appearance is old, the charms installed inside are all made by me and Randolph Barbara. Demo begged for it."
"Randolph Badmore?" Anduin nodded knowingly, "I remember that he is currently developing a new type of broomstick that aims to break through the limit, it seems to be called the Firebolt, and he used it from me before. This is patented on the 'Wilson Levitation Charm'."
Arthur also nodded frequently, "That's right! That spell is also on this car, and there are also the current top-level 'Speed Charm', 'Braking Charm', 'Shock Absorbing Charm' and 'Slowdown Charm'."
"This allows it to drive at high speeds on normal roads and in the air, and ensures stability and driving experience. In addition, I also added a functional charm with invisibility and shielding to the body to avoid being accidentally discovered by Muggles."
"sounds good."
Anduin didn't expect Arthur to have this ability. He used to think that the other party was just more interested in Muggle items. Although Molly used to complain to him that Arthur was tinkering with Muggle items, he never took it seriously. thing.
After all, studying spells and alchemy is very energy-consuming. Although making large-scale alchemical items is easier than small and miniature props, it is not something that can be done just because of interest.
Apparently, Arthur has invested a lot of time and energy in pursuit of his interest. He actually saved a car by himself, and it doesn't seem to be weak in function.
"Really? Haha, I also took the time to figure it out and mess it up."
Arthur scratched his head modestly, obviously being recognized by Anduin, a master alchemist, made him very proud.
And the truth is naturally not as simple as he said. In order to tinker with this car, Arthur did a lot of trouble. He not only taught himself spells, but also found many scholars to ask for advice. It's a pity that Anduin is too busy at ordinary times. Otherwise, he wouldn't have to make so many detours.
"You don't need to be humble, I can see that you must have put a lot of effort into this car." Anduin affirmed, "How is it? Have you considered mass producing this magic car?"
"Mass production?" Arthur was slightly taken aback when he heard the words, "Do you mean to develop it into an alchemy product and sell it at Silver Flash Trading Company?"
Arthur really didn't think about this. He mainly wanted to share his work with Anduin today, and he was already quite satisfied to get the affirmation of the other party.
"Yes, I can see that this kind of magic car should have a great market prospect. Ordinary flying broomsticks have many limitations. For example, they can only be ridden by one person and cannot carry passengers, and they have to face the wind and rain alone. Hit, the driving experience is not good either."
To be honest, Arthur's magic car really surprised Anduin. This kind of comfortable vehicle is much more comfortable than a broomstick or flying carpet. He also often uses spaceships because he doesn't like riding broomsticks.
"But is this appropriate? The target of the magic car is too big. Once those shielding charms malfunction, it will be easy for Muggles to notice, and this is not a small violation of the "Prohibition of Misuse of Muggle Articles Act."
Arthur frowned worriedly, "Before I amended the law to allow many products in Silver Flash Trading Company to circumvent the "Prohibition of Misuse of Muggle Substances Act", which has caused dissatisfaction among many people. They will not allow alchemy such as magic cars Items appearing on the market, especially those that make broomsticks!"
Over the years, Riaser has opened a lot of back doors for Silver Flash Trading Company through his position, so many products suspected of violating laws can be listed normally, which is one of the reasons why Anduin made Arthur a shareholder.
But the reason why this kind of small action can be carried out so smoothly is because the alchemy products of the Silver Flash Trading Company basically did not affect the interests of other British business groups, so they did not receive too many people's opposition. There is no magic item company other than broom makers.
But the magic car is different. It is positioned as a vehicle, which has affected the status of the broomstick. In order to protect the local broom industry, the Ministry of Magic has spent a lot of money.
For example, the most famous "Flying Carpet Prohibition Regulations" directly imposes one-size-fits-all controls on flying carpets, so no one is seen using flying carpets in the UK.
And the reason given by the Ministry of Magic is that the flying carpet is not safe enough. This is pure nonsense. Every year, more people are injured due to improper driving of broomsticks than flying carpets.
In the final analysis, it is still because the broomstick is a pillar industry in the local area, and obstacles must be cleared. If the magic car is brought to the stage, it will definitely be suppressed by the broomstick manufacturers. Muggle Artifacts Act.
Anduin naturally understands this truth. He has to be careful about the dungeons he created to compete for the Quidditch market, let alone directly produce competing products on the broomstick.
But he still said decisively, "It's not impossible to solve this problem. Since the magic car will affect the broomstick market, we should bring them in and cooperate together."
"Cooperation?"
"That's right." Anduin nodded, "I can take the lead and invite head broomstick manufacturers such as Sweeping, Nimbus, Universe, Comet, and Thunderbolt to jointly establish a magic car manufacturing company, and let them all own a part of the shares. .”
"In this way, even if the magic car will affect the market share of the broomstick, their actual income and profits will not be reduced."
"But if they don't agree, there are a lot of details that need to be wrought. How many shares each company owns, and whether they have the right to influence the company's decision-making. It will take a lot of energy to solve these problems!"
After so many years of cooperation, Arthur is no longer the old business novice, he has been able to think from the perspective of a partner.
"I can't tolerate them not agreeing." Anduin grimaced and said with a sneer, "We can't just set up a similar company in the UK and piss me off. I can go to Germany to start the magic car industry."
"With the commercial channels of Silver Flash Trading Company in the wizarding world around the world, and the promotion of several activities such as racing cars with a lot of money, I will be sure to squeeze the broomsticks out of the European market within three years."
"Hmph!" Anduin sneered, "Let them entertain themselves in this small place of England then."
"But if that happens, it will definitely arouse the dissatisfaction of the Ministry of Magic, and even completely change its attitude. At that time, it may also affect the industry of Silver Flash Trading Company itself. There is no need to offend both sides because of one product."
Arthur looked at Anduin very worriedly, he knew that he would not show the magic car to the other party.
"So the best result is cooperation. As long as the joint company can be opened, it will naturally be hello, me, hello, everyone, but when operating, the attitude must be firm."
Anduin gave Arthur a firm look, "Don't worry, I will take care of everything, and this is not something that will be done right away, we have to solve the technical problem first."
After that, he looked at the classic car again, "When you come back from France, give it to me to study and improve it, at least make it less Muggle-like, just like we did before. "
"Then we have to do some tests on the magic car, and this one can be placed in the copy world I'm working on now."
"In addition, the magic communication system also needs more time. After the influence of the magic net gradually penetrates into every aspect of the wizard's life, no one can move the Silver Flash Trading Company."
"At that time, we will be negotiating with those manufacturers, and we will be able to hold the initiative in our hands."
It took only a few minutes for Anduin to plan everything in his mind, which made Arthur on the side dumbfounded.
"Sure enough, you are better at doing business. I didn't expect that a toy I made casually would have such a big prospect." Arthur crossed his hips with a sigh, and then couldn't help admiring his own work.
At this time, outside the shed, the Weasley brothers and Harry were eavesdropping on Anduin and Arthur's conversation.
However, they were not interested in so-called products or companies. They only knew that Arthur and Anduin seemed to be very optimistic about the magic car, so they couldn't help but focus on that car.
"What are you guys doing?"
Just as the boys were enjoying their peeping, Ginny's voice suddenly came from their ears. Looking at the terrified little Hogg in her arms, it was obvious that this guy still couldn't escape her clutches in the end. .
"No...it's nothing." Several people were taken aback by Ginny, and Ron stammered even more perfunctorily, "Why did you come to the yard too? Ginny, that...is Hogg in your arms? "
"I can go wherever I want, do you care?" Ginny gave Ron a blank look, and then couldn't help but look at Harry next to him, "You are the boy who lived, Harry. Potter? We met at the station at the beginning of last school year, remember?"
"Well, how could I forget that?" Harry replied with a smile, and then, like the rest of the Weasleys, he couldn't help but focus on Hogg in Ginny's hand, which was the first time they saw The bastard is deflated.
"You don't seem to be anything special." Ginny looked Harry up and down, curling her lips in disinterest.
She grew up listening to Harry's stories, and she used to admire this legendary boy.
But it's a pity that Ginny's godfather, Anduin, is much more legendary than Harry. He lived by his side since childhood, and his ears are almost filled with stories about Anduin's adventures told by Hogg and Shalltear.
After listening to a lot of things, you will develop immunity, coupled with the pampered life, later Ginny has no reaction to the story of the boy who lived, but she has always been very interested in Harry.
Looking at it now, the other party seems to be no different from other young wizards, except that there is an extra scar on his forehead.
Facing Ginny's questioning, Harry didn't feel much. He had never thought that he was special than others.
On the other hand, Ron, seeing that his good brother was looked down upon by his sister, immediately refused to agree, "Don't underestimate Harry, he is very strong, and his intelligence attribute is the first in the same grade."
"Intelligence? What is that? Does Hogwarts also depend on IQ?" Ginny had to go to school after the summer vacation, so she didn't understand the magic of the Silver Flash Talisman.
Of course, it's also related to the fact that the brothers didn't show her their own attributes. Who told this girl to protect the alchemy props in her hand like treasures, and wouldn't even let her touch them.
"I don't know, you will know when you go to school this year." Ron raised his chin proudly, and then pulled Harry and the twins out of the shed.
Ginny pursed her lips in displeasure because she didn't get any advantage from her brother, and then she grabbed Hogg's hand even harder. Poor Hogg, now only hoped that someone could save him.
After a while, Augusta and Neville also arrived at the Burrow before lunch, and with Neville's joining, the group of children quickly got together.
In the afternoon, Anduin and Arthur were still nesting in the shed to study the magic car, while the three Weasley brothers and Ginny took Harry and Neville to visit the Burrow, and the time came soon night.
After the three families had dinner together, it was time for Anduin and the others to set off.
Only then did Harry understand why Uncle Wilson chose to travel at night.
Anduin led Hogg, Shalltear, Harry, Neville, and Ginny to the open space outside the Burrow, and then took out a transparent glass bottle from his body.
At this time, a miniature sailboat was lying quietly inside the glass bottle, and it looked exactly like the Leona that Harry and the others had seen.
Immediately afterwards, Anduin threw the bottle into the open space in front of him, and then everyone saw that the sailboat in the bottle began to expand continuously, breaking the body of the bottle after a while, and growing up to its original shape.
"Let's go, Leona is too conspicuous during the day, even if you cover it with a shielding spell, it will be easy to attract attention. Let's start at night, and we will arrive in France after everyone wakes up." Anduin greeted everyone with a smile. Beckoning, and then walked up first.
"I didn't expect that we could take a boat on this trip. I've long wanted to try walking through the sea of clouds." Ginny hugged Hogg and followed excitedly, which made the brothers behind her envious. .
Harry and Neville didn't hesitate when they saw this, and followed Anduin's footsteps onto the boat, but Harry was puzzled as to why Uncle Wilson didn't use the Dimension Door to move. What about flying?
(End of this chapter)