Chinese students at Hogwarts

Hogsmeade is the must-stop point on the way to Hogwarts, which is located next to the large lake that originates from the village;

The Hogwarts Express also ends in the village, where students start their new school year.

Zhang Xiao knew all this, but he was still very surprised to see Neville here.

"Neville!"

Neville had already trotted over and held Zhang Xiao's arms excitedly. His round face turned red and he wanted to say something but couldn't.

After taking a closer look at Neville, he saw that he had lost some weight, but was taller and stronger. Of course, the biggest change was his eyes.

Originally, Neville gave people the impression of being sluggish and confused, always seeming to be two beats too slow, but now Neville's eyes are bright and agile.

It seems that after the lost souls of his parents returned, Neville finally lost his burden and returned to his original self.

"Neville, are Aunt Alice and Uncle Frank okay?"

Zhang Xiao patted his shoulder and had to calm down the guy first.

Speaking of his parents, Neville, who was already happy, immediately grinned and nodded vigorously:

"Well, okay, over there!"

Following the direction he pointed, he saw a gray-haired couple standing under the big tree in the small square, smiling at him.

It was Alice and Frank, and beside them, Neville's grandmother was actually wearing very normal clothes, without the big taxidermy hat, the big handbag and the fox scarf.

Like a kind old lady.

It only took a little effort for Zhang Xiao to realize that Mrs. Augusta originally did this more to attract people's attention. This old lady had always been worried that others would forget her children, Frank and Alice. .

Now that Frank and Alice have recovered, they certainly don't have to be so unconventional.

"Zhang, come with me, my parents and grandma have always wanted to thank you in person!"

Neville couldn't help but pulled Zhang Xiao towards the big tree.

When the two came to the tree, Alice came over and gave him a big hug before Zhang Xiao could say hello. Then Zhang Xiao heard Alice's nasal and grateful voice:

"Thank you kid, thank you for everything you have done for Neville, thank you!"

Zhang Xiao paused and said softly

"Ma'am, Neville is my friend."

After letting go, Frank walked up again and stretched out his hand:

“Zhang, I don’t know how to express my gratitude, I can accept death, but I can’t let Neville carry such a burden all the time.

This is more painful than killing me and torturing me. Fortunately, you, Neville, helped us get out of this pain.

Thanks! "

Sometimes men don't say too many fancy thanks, but this is the most sincere thanks from a father.

Zhang Xiao can feel and understand Frank's mood at this moment, because he was also a father.

So he held Frank's hand very manly, squeezed it hard, but said nothing.

"Okay, thank you later -"

Neville's grandmother Augusta said majestically, and then she showed a very gentle smile to Zhang Xiao:

"Zhang, this is not the place to talk. Can you please go to the Three Broomsticks bar to sit down?

Although Ms. Rosmerta’s terrace on the third floor is rarely open to the public, I happened to be one of the guests who could go to the terrace.

The scenery there is nice, you can see the waterwheel on the river and the entire Hogsmeade. "

Three Broomsticks Bar also has a third floor? And a terrace?

Uh, okay, I've never been to Three Broomsticks.

"Of course, Mrs. Augusta."

The three brooms were very close, less than fifty meters away. When they arrived, the bar owner, Ms. Rosmerta, wiped her hands on her apron and hurried over to greet them.

He asked with a pleasant smile:

"Ms. Augusta, you haven't been here for a long time. What brought you here?"

She is a woman with a graceful figure and is very beautiful. She still looks charming. When her big eyes look at you, there is a feeling of affection.

At this moment, these beautiful eyes were curiously looking at Mrs. Augusta's outfit that looked 'abnormal' because it was normal.

Then she saw Alice and Frank next to Augusta, and she was stunned. She covered her mouth to prevent herself from screaming.

"Love Alice? Frank?"

The couple smiled at the landlady: "Long time no see, Rosmerta."

"Aren't you - oh, sorry, I -" Rosmerta explained in a panic, but the more she spoke, the more confused she became. The matter between Alice and Frank was a big deal at the time. It was the first major case after Voldemort's fall. .

Two elite Aurors were tortured into fools by Death Eaters, which directly caused the original ministerial candidate Barty Crouch to lose the chance to become Minister of Magic.

"Yes, Frank and Alice have recovered. Romestadt, is anyone using the terrace on the third floor?"

Mrs. Augusta replied with a smile.

"Uh, great, congratulations - the terrace on the third floor? Of course it's empty, please -"

Rosmerta tugged her hair around her ears and immediately turned around to lead the way. When they arrived on the third floor, Zhang Xiao found that there was no balcony here, just a small attic with debris piled in one corner.

The graceful landlady pushed open a wall, and the sunlight suddenly filtered in from the outside. There was indeed a terrace.

Rosmerta bowed slightly and extended her hand to signal:

"Welcome to the Three Broomsticks."

After actually sitting here, Zhang Xiao realized that what Mrs. Augusta said was not an exaggeration at all. The view here is wide, and the woodland in the distance, the waterwheel on the river, and the bustling crowds constitute a beautiful rural scenery.

"It's beautiful here, Zhang."

Everyone gathered around the old wooden table, which was covered with butter beer and snacks just delivered by the landlady.

Seeing Zhang Xiao looking at the surroundings comfortably, Mrs. Augusta asked with a smile.

"Yes, it is indeed beautiful here, but why is Mrs. Rosmerta unwilling to open this location?"

"Perhaps it's because it's inconvenient to refill glasses and serve food? Do you find it troublesome?" Neville said in a low voice.

Zhang Xiao was stunned. When he saw the smile on Mrs. Augusta's face, he knew that Neville was right.

Yes, Butterbeer tastes good but it doesn’t take long to drink. It is smooth in the mouth and can be finished quickly. If you chat here, you can refill it more than a dozen times in an afternoon without any problem, plus snacks and other things.

Romestad had to run at least 15 times. Although she had magic, the landlady's magic ability was obviously inversely proportional to her beauty, otherwise she would not have been easily controlled by Malfoy in the original work.

Soon, Zhang Xiao looked at Neville in amazement and felt happy for him from the bottom of his heart:

"Neville, have you gotten rid of that state? Tell me, what's different?"

Neville scratched his head in embarrassment:

"I can't tell, but it's a big difference. I used to always feel groggy and out of breath. There was a layer of glass in front of my eyes. Everything was slow to reach me, and it hurt a lot."

Frank and Alice's eyes were slightly red, they sighed lightly and touched Neville's head.

"But it's different now. I feel like everything is very clear, coming out of an invisible shell."

Neville's voice turned cheerful.

"That's good, Neville, surprise everyone in school! Let them see a brand new you!" Zhang Xiao said happily.

"Yeah!" Neville nodded heavily.

After confirming that Neville was in good condition, Zhang Xiao's interest immediately turned to Wudang:

"How's it going over there in Wudang? I heard that you were accepted as a registered disciple by Master Zhou?"

Speaking of Wudang, the smile on Neville's face became even brighter. His months in the mountains left him with unforgettable memories.

"It's great. Sifu and Brother Si are very nice to me. They don't think I'm stupid and they always teach me patiently."

"Oh? What skills did you learn? Do you know Tai Chi?"

"meeting!"

"What about swordsmanship?"

"Brother Si taught me something."

"incredible!"

When the two teenagers were talking, the adults didn't say anything, they just looked at them with smiles.

Finally, both of them were tired and clinked their wine glasses.

Alice hugged Neville and said softly in a guilty and distressed tone:

"Zhang, Neville has told us that Dongfang has spent a lot of effort on our behalf——"

Well, the cost is indeed quite high, but Neville's situation is very rare. The Taoist side is like a top doctor seeing a rare disease that is unprecedented in the world. What cost is more important than me discovering a new disease?

It is rare for the soul to be separated for more than ten years, but it is not unheard of in Taoism, and it has even been seen for decades. However, this situation is when the soul happens to be lodged in a suitable object, such as an ancient mirror and other heavy yin energy and can Something that nourishes the soul.

Living in a human body for ten years is unheard of.

So Dao Men was so happy that he almost posted a hero post and asked people to come and watch. Who wouldn't be happy to leave his name on the records of Dao Men?

Zhang Xiao said rather embarrassedly:

"No, no, actually."

Frank said seriously: "Zhang, I know you may want to say that it is nothing to you, but from the perspectives of Alice, me, and Neville, this is like giving our family a new life.

We must remember. "

Zhang Xiao wanted to say something more, but Mrs. Augusta took over the words. The white-haired patriarch of the Longbottom family said seriously and gently:

"Zhang, even if you don't want anything in return, the Longbottom family will never forget their benefactor."

She pursed her lips and said slowly:

"Can you please extend your hand?"

Zhang Xiao stretched out his right hand in confusion. Mrs. Augusta suddenly stretched out her right hand and held Zhang Xiao's arm tightly like an unbreakable oath.

Frank piously took out an ancient dagger and gently scratched the back of his mother's hand, blood dripping slowly.

Gorgeous and slender golden light suddenly burst out from the connection point of their arms.

This. This?

Mrs. Augusta said solemnly:

"I, Augusta Longbottom, swear in the name of the head of the Longbottom family to bind the Longbottom Oath to the person who makes it. I swear to fulfill the promise of the Longbottom family."

What she said was not long, just a short sentence.

Zhang Xiao then saw those golden rays of light quickly interlacing and rotating, suddenly tightening, and sinking into his skin. Then, a thin, gold-like bracelet appeared on his wrist.

Mrs. Augusta's face was pale, but she still smiled.

She stood up, and not only that, but Frank, Alice, and Neville also stood up.

“Zhang, this is an ancient oath passed down to the Longbottom family and has existed since the original founder of the family.

When your life is in danger, the Longbottom family will fulfill their ancient agreement and defend your safety with their lives.

It's called - Longbottom's Oath. "

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1. Monthly ticket 2. Recommended ticket

I originally wanted to re-enact the scene of 'The Allen family must repay every kindness', emmm, forget it.