Sword and Magic and Taxi

John Ronald Tolkien, pen name J.R.R. Tolkien, was a famous author and linguist, poet and university professor. He is famous for his literary works such as The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.

In just a moment, Zhao Mai really felt like time and space were confused. Tolkien was already dead by the time he was born. Zhao Mai read Tolkien's works when he was a boy and watched movies adapted from his works, and now he has to face him himself. Zhao Mai was extremely excited, and despite his efforts to suppress it, his fingers still trembled.

Grindelwald's attention has always been on Zhao Mai, especially the movements of his hands - hands are tools for casting spells, and magic can compose beautiful chapters through his fingers. He caught that slight tremor keenly. Although he didn't know what this action meant, Grindelwald believed that he could always figure it out.

Tolkien was a thin young man who possessed both the perseverance of a soldier and the sentiments of a poet. This made his movements simple and tough, but there was always a hint of sadness in his eyes. Apologies again, I'm late. The place you chose is too close to the front line. If I hadn't happened to know the commander, I might have been detained.

We should be the ones saying sorry. Grindelwald said on behalf of everyone: Because of the stupid insistence of some wizards, we cannot use magic to travel to the UK, and may even be deported as soon as we enter the country, so we can only let you come here. But We believe this is very necessary.”

Tolkien nodded: This damn war has actually entered its fourth year. If I can help end it, of course I am willing to do my part!

It turns out that it is 1918, and Zhao Mai finally knows this information. The First World War would end in this year. This so-called war to end all wars would eventually bring endless suffering and the Second World War. Zhao Mai suddenly had an idea, and he couldn't get rid of it after it appeared: If Middle-earth (the world of The Lord of the Rings) exists, then how did Tolkien write novels? What inspired him and what was the process like? Which came first, the chicken or the egg?

If you can figure this out, it will definitely be helpful for you to choose how to travel in the future.

Tolkien moved the satchel behind him to his chest and took out a stack of manuscripts. Here are all the relevant records I can find, most of them in Old English, and some in Germanic languages. I'm not sure if my translation is correct, after all, some of them may be spells, and I can't tell them apart.

Grindelwald quickly stepped forward and took the manuscript from Tolkien with both hands: Thank you very much. I have always believed that looking back at history is very useful for us to understand the present and look forward to the future. Come, please sit down. Now that everyone is here , let me give you a formal introduction.

The brown-haired young man Ruggiero Espisito is from Italy, and the other three young men are French natives. One of them is Henry Abel Le Goff, the current owner of Blackberry Manor. He seemed quite calm and kept silent, as if he was not prepared to express any opinions. The wizards just nodded and caressed each other, and when Zhao Mai stretched out his hand to Tolkien, Tolkien was obviously stunned.

He held Zhao Mai's hand and asked in a puzzled tone: Aren't you a wizard?

Oh, no. Zhao Mai shook his hand vigorously: I'm just a traveler passing by. Just now Mr. Grindelwald wanted to introduce me to a magic school.

Is that car outside yours? After receiving the definite answer, Tolkien's eyes suddenly burst with light: Your car is so beautiful! Can you tell me what the words on it mean? Then It should be Chinese, right?”

It is indeed Chinese. Zhao Mai tried his best to stay calm and said with a smile: Old words have ancient power, so I like to arrange some such words around me. As Grindelwald said, we should start with inspection Looking to the future from the past.”

I thought you Chinese were all stubborn barbarians, but today my impression has finally changed. Daniel Conrad crossed his legs and said casually: But you still lack wise people. But since you have joined the Allied Powers, you might as well learn more from us.

Magic, learn magic. Grindelwald immediately said: Magic can increase knowledge and wisdom, and can help your motherland and all mankind! I personally think that this war launched by the Muggles is just... A waste of life. I think Tolkien was particularly aware of it. As far as I know, you participated in the Battle of the Somme? Is that what it was called?

Tolkien nodded, and then fell into painful memories: The Somme... I can only think of one word to describe what happened there: hell. How could life be sacrificed to that extent, measured in inches? If it weren't for injuries and trench fever, I would have been an inch closer to my friends.

Yes, a disease ended Tolkien's war and thus saved our friend, allowing him to return to England fortunately. I propose a drink for my friend's health. Grindelwald waved his wand and A cup was placed in front of everyone, and then trays holding various wine bottles flew over and stopped in front of everyone one by one. Zhao Mai followed Tolkien and chose Scotch whiskey, took a small sip and then put it down.

The stupidity of this war is that it is not for the progress of mankind, but is just the product of greed and arrogance, and it will only cause more and more sacrifices. We must stay awake, take action, and end this catastrophe. Grindelwald said to Tolkien: I am very grateful for your help and support. These manuscripts will definitely be useful. I have prepared a letter of recommendation, and the door of Hogwarts is open to you.

Oh, you're going to Hogwarts? Zhao Mai rolled his eyes: Then I'll choose to go there too. I've never been to England, but at least I have a tour guide now, right?

I live in England, but I haven't been to Hogwarts, so I'm afraid I can't help you much. Tolkien said, Are you going to learn magic? Can people of Eastern descent also perform magic?

Magic is the treasure of all mankind. Why can't Eastern blood do it? And the search for wizard spells also shows this. Mike has the potential of a wizard. Grindelwald was always the focus of the conversation. He said: Muggles will The first war became a world war, China got involved this year, and we also met Mike Longhou. I think this is the guidance of fate! We will definitely be able to accomplish something great!

Everyone raised their glasses, including Zhao Mai, but he complained crazily in his heart. The last thing he needs now is to do something big. There are eight transcendents on the earth, and Zhao Mai doesn't want to attract their attention at all. The old man promised him that no one would pay attention to him, but Zhao Mai didn't want to get even the slightest bit close to the minefield!

He could not return home, and Europe was in chaos again. War was still the main theme this year. Colonies around the world were either at war or about to go to war. So there were not many choices before Zhao Mai: either go to the magical world, such as Hogwarts; or cross the Atlantic and go to the United States to avoid the war.

Well, Zhao Mai admitted that compared to Hogwarts, the United States has zero attraction to him.