The Chinese girl from Hufflepuff is both timid and brave

These words undoubtedly stung him, ruthlessly removing the mask of self-deception from him.

Almost gritting his teeth, he squeezed out a few words from between his tightly pursed lips: "All this is for... Master Salazar!"

"Oh, of course. I'm glad we have such a reliable ally like you. Lord Salazar's messenger was also very satisfied with your service, um, I mean, hospitality, some time ago, and asked me to express my gratitude to you in particular."

Sun Zhu twirled a strand of hair around his fingertips and tilted his head to look downstairs: "Well, I've finished what I wanted to say. If you don't have anything else, I'll go meet up with my friends first. I wish you a pleasant evening, Mr. Malfoy."

"Stop!" Lucius whispered to the girl who was about to leave.

This is a hidden viewing room in the Malfoy family's home, where one can see everything that happens in the hall downstairs without being noticed. There is a magical restriction at the door, so no outsider should know this location, not even Draco!

Dobby, it must be that traitor Dobby! Lucius was angry in his heart, and Sun Zhu stopped obediently because of his angry voice and asked, "What else, sir?"

"Don't think -" he dragged out his voice, "you can keep threatening me, threatening a Malfoy like this! Naive and stupid! You think that the power from the ancient Slytherin can be easily taken away by a nothing, a brat like you..."

His voice suddenly stopped, not only because he found that Sun Zhu had been listening quietly in front of him without any intention of interrupting, but also because the hair on his back suddenly stood up, and a larger, indescribable shadow appeared at the girl's feet.

The monster's saliva was about to drip onto his meticulously groomed hair!

"You really misunderstood me. Threat? There has never been any threat. You and the young master have had some, um, prejudice against me from the very beginning, which has led to the current situation. I am really sorry--" The girl spoke as if she didn't notice.

"You see, we are working together in secret, and it was Lord Salazar who chose you. Similarly, he also chose me. So, although both you and I are a little hesitant about working together, smart people naturally know what to do wisely. I said, don't be nervous, what happened tonight has nothing to do with us. You are the organizer, and I am just a bystander who joins in the fun of the Christmas party. What we have to do is to make the remaining supporters of the Dark Lord - oh, of course this does not include you, and the group of Dumbledore's supporters in the Ministry of Magic, both lose."

"What good will this do you? Aren't you Dumbledore's student? You're even a Hufflepuff!"

"Well." Sun Zhu scratched his hair in distress. "How should I explain it to you? You know, I'm just like you. Once I'm chosen, I have no choice. Fortunately, this is actually a very interesting thing, because the power we can follow is strong enough. The feeling of controlling and playing with others is really fascinating. I don't care about my position. In fact, I don't care. Don't think that Hufflepuffs are all idiots who are not interested in these things. Besides, I haven't done anything bad so far."

She looked innocent, raised her eyebrows slightly at him, and pointed her finger upward casually: "As for your position, I think a Slytherin like you would certainly not refuse the opportunity to control such power. When you have fully proved yourself, Lord Salazar will naturally bestow more blessings on you. But a beast like this, what does it matter?"

Lucius's eyes moved uncontrollably following the movements of her hands, but he didn't say anything in the end, and still looked at her with great caution.

Sun Zhu sighed, seeming helpless: "You don't trust me, which is normal and not necessary, but it's a bit troublesome. Let me show my sincerity and gratitude. After this auction, I will give you a gift. Please be sure to accept it."

There was no threat in his words, but they made him even angrier.

Sun Zhu no longer cared about his mood and just left briskly.

It was too tiring to talk to such a person. She asked Tongzi in her heart: "Why do I feel that my lie has not been upgraded for a long time? Logically speaking, I have barely deceived Lucius, after all, he really believed that I was sent by Salazar. By the way, if Salazar is still alive, will he come to my dream to scold me?"

"Host, your three talents are currently all at the intermediate level. As for how to upgrade them, I really can't see any pattern." Tongzi was also distressed. "But it doesn't matter. In the face of absolute power, even if he has doubts, even if he clearly knows that you are lying, he can do nothing about it."

"If I can't fool him, it will still be a bit tricky. Maybe the key is that I'm not ruthless enough. If the basilisk really stimulates him... that's it. What's the difference between me and a Death Eater?"

Sun Zhu waved his hand and quietly turned down the side door he came from. Unexpectedly, he saw Draco standing at the entrance of the lobby with a humiliated look on his face.

"Malfoy, what's wrong? You don't seem very happy." Sun Zhu greeted him warmly. "If you have any difficulties, you can tell me. Your father and I are allies."

Draco stood there in a daze as if he had been hit by a club. After a moment, he said angrily, "What nonsense are you talking about! My father will never have anything to do with someone like you!"

"What kind of person am I? You are so rude, my junior. Is this the upbringing that the Slytherin nobles are so proud of?" She rolled her eyes at him. "Your father is about to accept his fate, why are you still so persistent? It's better to lose face than to lose your life. Don't tell me you are so strong-willed that you are not afraid of death at all."

"Threatened me, you... How dare you threaten me!"

"You two are really father and son."

Sun Zhu ignored her and sat down next to Fina. He stretched his wrist and exhaled slowly.

"Where have you been?" Fina propped up her head and seemed bored, as if she was about to fall asleep.

"Go and do some necessary socializing." Sun Zhu said casually, "I heard that Karina has taken a fancy to an auction item?"

"Yes, it's an ivory magic pen. It's said that it can be used to complete some damaged manuscripts, such as drawings and manuscripts. However, it can only be used to fill in the missing words and cannot be restored. This is what Mr. Lupin said in the instructions he sent back, and the person who was sent by the Ministry of Magic to identify the treasure also confirmed this."

This kind of old artwork usually cannot be restored to its original state, but capable wizards have their own ways. Mr. Flamel is a man with artistic aesthetics and passion, so it is not surprising that he has such a collection.

"Is she going to give this to her father?"

"I think so, but it should be very valuable. I'm afraid we can't afford it."

Sun Zhu poked his face and saw a familiar little man walking up to the booth and loudly announced: "Tonight's auction has begun. Everyone, please don't be stingy with your gold galleons. Act in time and get the treasure you want!"