Percy's eyes flashed with the shabby furniture in his home. He thought of his younger brothers and sisters, the gap between his life and the lives of others, and the daily life that had nothing to do with his luxurious life.

He gritted his teeth, his heart racing, and finally decided to side with Cygnus.

He firmly believed that there was nothing more terrifying than poverty in the world, unless it was deeper poverty.

This thought was like a fire, igniting the desire in his heart.

"I do." Percy's voice was low and strong.

When Segnus heard this answer, a gleam of satisfaction flashed in his eyes.

She knew very well that her bet had paid off and Percy would become the sharpest chess piece in her hand.

In the world of Segnus, having someone you can trust and use is far more valuable than any wealth.

Cygnus' gestures were quick and sure. Without hesitation, she pulled out an identical ring from her pocket and gently placed it in Percy's palm.

Her fingers deftly slid across the ring, demonstrating how to operate it. Every movement revealed her proficiency and confidence.

Percy's eyes followed her fingertips closely, studying intently.

At this moment, Theodore and Hermione stood quietly by like forgotten statues.

Their eyes met in mid-air, but the depths of their eyes were like the rolling dark clouds before a storm, revealing a hint of unhappiness and doubt.

Theodore bit his lower lip, while Hermione twisted her fingers nervously.

"Why does everyone want to get involved?" They thought silently in their hearts, watching the interaction between Cygnus and Percy, an inexplicable anxiety swelling in their chests.

"Signus already has the two of us by his side, isn't that enough?"

After arranging everything, Cygnus returned to Malfoy Manor first.

She still has important things to do, so let her guess what Harry is doing now.

Cygnus chewed the words "Number 4, Privet Drive" gently in her mouth, her eyes fell on Harry who was busy on the lawn.

He held a lawn mower and trimmed the grass skillfully. His sweat flashed in the sun. The lawn mower in his hand made a regular clicking sound and the air was filled with the fresh scent of grass.

She didn't say anything, but just walked around to the front of the house.

Cygnus looked at Harry's aunt and uncle, whose snobbishness could almost be seen in their designer clothes.

In order to make such people submit to her, she knew that she could only gain their favor by entering the upper class.

Segnus smiled softly. She was born into a prominent family and was well versed in the etiquette and manners of the upper class.

The sunlight shone through the thin clouds onto Segnus, who was wearing a light golden dress with shimmering gold thread inlaid on the hem, like a walking princess.

She gently lifted the hem of her skirt, holding a delicate little umbrella in her hand, blocking the warm and bright sunshine.

With light steps, Segnus arrived at the exquisitely carved door of the Dursleys' house. She smiled slightly, raised her hand, and knocked three times politely.

The person who opened the door was a tall, strong and fat man.

His left hand gently held a fluffy cake, while his right hand steadily held a glass of freshly squeezed juice. There was a trace of unwiped cream at the corner of his mouth.

As soon as he saw Segnus, his eyes immediately sparkled with excitement.

"Oh, beautiful lady, are you looking for someone?" Dudley casually wiped his butter-covered hand on his lapel. His rough movement left a few more butter stains on the already wrinkled clothes.

He put on a philistine smile and looked at the beautiful girl in front of him eagerly.

Dudley's eyes widened, his heart skipping a beat at the sight of the girl before him.

She was not like the girls he met on the streets every day, whose beauty always had a bit of worldly air.

And she in front of me was as noble as an exquisite sculpture, making people dare not touch her easily.

This contrast made Dudley feel both excited and nervous.

Her proactive approach instantly swelled his vanity, and he could even hear the sound of his own heartbeat echoing in his ears.

"Dudley baby, look who's here?" Petunia's voice echoed in the house, with a hint of curiosity.

Cygnus stood at the door, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, revealing a charming smile.

Her eyes were as bright as stars, curved into a lovely crescent shape, as if filled with endless warmth.

"Hello, sir. Does Harry Potter live here?" she asked gently.

Dudley's heart tightened. The name came out of her mouth with a hint of reluctance.

He stared blankly at the beautiful girl in front of him, feeling an inexplicable jealousy in his heart.

When did Harry meet such a beautiful girl?

"He's not home yet," Dudley said, pushing open the door and leaning slightly in an exaggerated gesture of invitation, his slightly plump figure giving the movement a humorous tone.

"Come in, you're welcome."

Cygnus nodded politely, tapping the handle of her small umbrella with her fingers, and then she gracefully folded the umbrella and followed Dudley into the warm house.

Dudley carefully guided Sigman to a comfortable position on the soft sofa.

As he walked, he raised his voice, his voice full of excitement, hoping that his mother who was busy in the kitchen could hear clearly, "Mom, prepare some delicious snacks quickly, we have a distinguished guest at home!"

The sun shone through the gaps in the curtains into the warm living room. Dudley carefully guided Sensei to sit comfortably on the soft sofa. His eyes sparkled with excitement, and he shouted loudly towards the kitchen with a hint of pride that was difficult to conceal: "Mom, hurry up and prepare some delicious snacks, we have a distinguished guest!"

Penny was busy in the kitchen. When she heard her son's voice, she quickly wiped her hands on her apron, walked out of the kitchen, and saw Cygnus sitting on the sofa.

Cygnus sat quietly, like a delicate portrait.

Penny's eyes were immediately drawn to the sparkling ruby ​​necklace around her neck.

The gem looked particularly dazzling in the sunlight, silently telling of its inestimable value.

Penny secretly marveled in her heart, thinking that such a ruby ​​might only be owned by princes and nobles.

There was a hint of curiosity in her eyes, but she kept her expression calm as she walked towards the kitchen with a smile and started preparing snacks.

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