Hufflepuff never works overtime

She did care a little bit, but she didn't want to talk about it anymore, she just wanted to let it go like this.

"I was just trying to say it was a very ordinary little gift, I think it was just a jar of handle polish, a compass and a care booklet."

Different from Faise's evasive mentality, Hermione was finally able to explain this matter in person. Of course, she didn't want to let go of this opportunity, and whether the other party cared or not was very important to her.

"A gift that costs 20 Galleons is not ordinary at all. You also forgot that there is a silver tail pruning knife inside." Faith subconsciously added.

After realizing what she said, she wanted to punch her confused brain. It seemed that staying up late would really make people mentally decline.

Especially staying up late writing papers!

"Hmm." Hermione snorted softly, although she didn't say anything this time, she suppressed the other party from the momentum.

"I didn't..." Faith obviously lacked confidence in her rebuttal this time, she gently blew away the heat rising in front of her face, carefully pressed her lips to the side of the bowl, and after confirming that the heat of the milk would not After scalding himself, he lifted the bottom of the bowl with his fingers and took a sip.

The milk added with oatmeal also brought a little sweetness, the thick milky aroma and warmth flowed down the throat to the stomach, Faith's eyes narrowed slightly, and her still aching brain calmed down a lot.

"Well, maybe I'm a little jealous unconsciously?"

The white glasses covered the teasing sight of the other party, and Faith muttered in a low voice, "You called me first to ask me what kind of gift Quidditch would like to receive the most, and you didn't tell me in advance, It's picking Potter's birthday present."

He noticed the red earlobe of the other party at a glance, and after hearing Faise's softened attitude, Hermione couldn't help but smirked, "But after I found out that you misunderstood, didn't I mean to buy you one too?" Well, you didn't buy either."

"That's not what you picked for me..."

Poking the softened oatmeal in the bowl with a spoon, Faith said with erratic eyes, "And you use your scholarship to buy such useless things, you don't feel sorry for me, but I do."

"You said you liked it yourself, why has it become a useless thing now." Hermione looked at the restless guy on the seat with a smile, and couldn't help reaching out and rubbing the other person's head.

"Don't be like this, you won't grow tall."

Faith didn't like the other party pretending to be an adult in front of her, so she shook off the hand on her head a little annoyed, and stuffed a spoonful of cereal into her mouth, "I'm just a little unconscious today, it's all because of that annoying The homework is not good, I have to make up for a while later."

Hermione felt that there was nothing wrong with the other party's behavior, except that the two big dark circles were a bit eye-catching, but she still nodded in agreement, "I'll just read a book down there, so I won't disturb you."

"You'd better think about what to write in reply to Potter!"

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The author's words:

It's almost nine o'clock, but I'm still living on Friday...

I feel that my current mental state is very suitable for the title of this volume. If I record my thoughts, it will probably be the state of Miss Granger every Monday after school starts.

Hahahahahaha intellectual property law teacher, listen to me, thank you~

I miss my roommate so much QwQ I really can’t survive the hard life of writing papers by myself

Chapter 170 Two

After coming out of Madam Malkin's robe store and parting with the Grangers, Hermione, who walked around the clothing store, changed into a new wine-red robe, the pattern embroidered with gold thread on it showed its expensive price. .

The little lion, who was imprisoned at home for nearly two months, was finally "released after serving her sentence" today. With a brisk smile on her face, she was almost in a state of madness. If others looked at her more, she would reply with a big smile smile.

Few people can refuse this kind of enthusiasm and kindness, especially because it comes from a girl who looks very likable, so when passing by an ice cream shop, the two of them were stuffed with an ice cream in their hands by the friendly owner.

"Aren't you going to find Potter?" Faith noticed that the Leaky Cauldron is directly opposite Florin Fusco's ice cream shop, and the poor Mr. Savior should have lived in it for three years after he ran away from home. It's week.

Throwing the last bite of the cone into her mouth, Hermione slowly savored the feeling of the ice cream melting in her mouth, and the sweet and cold liquid slid down her mouth all the way into her stomach, probably because she ate too fast, and a chill came rushing Turning his head, "Hiss...don't worry, Ron said he won't arrive until this afternoon, we can go buy things we need for next semester first, do you want to come with me?"

"Of course it's okay to buy things, but I won't accompany you to visit those two boys." Seeing the disappointment in the other's eyes, Faith hesitated for a moment, and said half-jokingly and half-seriously, "You have to know that every time There must be nothing good for the three of you to get together."

"It seems that there is an inexplicable bad luck that has been haunting you all the time. You have to be careful. I'm really afraid that you will summon that fugitive when you meet this time."

"It's not that all bad things happen to us so coincidentally. Besides, I actually think I'm lucky." Hermione wiped her mouth with a handkerchief, obviously the lesson of petrification was still left in her heart The traces made her dare not show her curiosity, "I was just released, I will definitely not cause trouble today!"

Faith ate much more slowly than the other party, causing the melted ice cream to drip continuously from the bottom of the cone. In order not to dirty the street, she could only stuff the rest into her mouth randomly, but her hands and mouth were not allowed. Avoid getting a little embarrassed.

She could feel the disobedient cream on the corner of her mouth, which was about to flow down her neck to her neckline. Faith was so anxious that she even forgot that her new robe had the function of self-cleaning, so she covered her mouth and began to look around the bathroom. s position.

In the end, Hermione easily solved the other party's concerns with a cleansing spell, and she looked helplessly at Faise looking at the new robe from all over her body.

"By the way, Faith, why did you refuse Dad to buy you that robe?"

After solving the small episode, the two started walking again. Faise looked at Hermione who suddenly turned backwards with some concern. The shops in Diagon Alley were numerous, and some of the dazzling array of goods would be placed outside the door by the shop owner to attract customers. , and there are people coming and going on the street, she is really afraid that the other party will accidentally cause some trouble.

"I'm also very sorry for rejecting Mr. Granger's kindness," Faith tugged at the other's arm, otherwise Hermione would almost run into a kid who was running around, "but we have to go through the yard when we are at school." I don’t need to wear a robe when I go home, I don’t think there are many chances that I will be able to use it, and I also bought new clothes.”

"You just bought a new Hufflepuff house suit..."

Faith patted the robe on her body lightly, and said with a smile, "It also has the functions of self-ironing and repairing."

The height of the two of them seemed to have been fast-forwarded last year. The robes that were originally suitable for the second graders were surprised when they wore them again after a summer vacation.

The truth of some funny scenes this morning made the Grangers laugh for a long time. Finally, under Hermione's protest, the two little wizards went to Diagon Alley in their casual clothes at home.

Their first stop was Madam Mojin's gown store.

"Although we can't wear it at school, we can wear it when we participate in off-campus activities or come to Diagon Alley..."

Hearing Hermione's disappointed murmur, Faise bit her lips subconsciously, her eyes flicked past the other's robe.

"Mrs. Granger has helped me buy a lot of clothes before, and I will feel very guilty if I always let them spend money on me. I always feel that I owe you something." After thinking about it, she still honestly said The idea told Hermione.

Faise is not so hypocritical that she feels that other people's kindness will hurt her self-esteem, but she really can't repay the other party's kindness for a while. This kind of thing has accumulated a lot, and she is afraid that the relationship between herself and Hermione will be destroyed. Affect.

"It's just a small gift," Hermione was still a little unwilling, she danced lightly in front of Faise like a ballet dancer, "Don't you really think that dark blue gown is beautiful? And I still have this one on me..."

Faise just raised her eyebrows at the other party. She was a little shy when others cast their eyes on them, but she was too embarrassed to interrupt the little lion who was in the mood, "If I have to say it, it is the same when we wear courtyard uniforms." It's a set, if you'd like to put it on now."

"Hmph, a guy with no mood..."

She didn't expect that she would be judged by Miss Granger in such a way one day, and Faith choked for a while, she didn't know where to start arguing with the other party.

It seems that their understanding of sentiment is ridiculously different.

When Faise was immersed in the memories of the past, Hermione seemed to have thought of something, she tugged on Faise's sleeve, "Actually, you really don't have to worry too much about money..."

"Huh?" Faith raised her head in some confusion. Did she miss the content? Why couldn't she keep up with Hermione's train of thought when she lost her mind.

"I didn't mean to show off to you..." Hermione's fingers clenched her cuff, pinching it constantly, and her back pace slowed down a lot.

"But the things Mom and Dad gave you are really nothing to our family. Compared with the salary they asked for leave today to accompany us to buy things... a few new clothes are really nothing."

Thinking of the price of the robe on the other party, Faise was secretly shocked in her heart. Although she knew that Hermione's living conditions should be better than her own, she didn't expect such an exaggeration.

I silently admired the education level of the Grangers. Hermione's values ​​can be said to be very good - she never looks down on the poor, is very frugal with her own affairs, and very generous with her friends.

"Of course it doesn't mean that they chose those things at random," Hermione added immediately after thinking of something, "I just want to say that their thoughts are more important than the value of those things, and you don't need to worry about it." not feeling well."

Faith pondered for a while, Hermione in front knew she was thinking and didn't rush, finally she said slowly, "I know what you mean, but I hope our relationship can be more equal, not that I I don’t like others to show kindness to me, I am very grateful, but you are kind to me, I can find a way to repay you, but your parents are kind to me... It is difficult for me to repay their kindness.”

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The author's words:

Usually my friends just wonder what time zone I live in, but as soon as the mid term ends they start worrying about whether I'm still alive ˋ ( ° ▽, ° )

Chapter 170 Three Crookshanks

"You are just a student, so of course you can't give anything in return. Mom and Dad didn't do these things for your reward. I think it's best to accept their wishes when there is no loss for both parties. Choice, what do you think, Fayce?"

To be honest, for Hermione, it is not easy to think from the perspective of Faise. The difference in personality between the two lies there. Although they can understand each other's behavior patterns in most cases, understanding does not mean that they can be themselves. They will also act in the other's way.

But there is only one point that the two people are very similar, that is, they are very stubborn in their bones, and Hermione can show it, but Faise prefers to keep it in her heart.

Hermione was a little anxious because she hadn't heard the other party's answer, but she knew that if she was in a hurry, she would not be able to convince the other party. She took a deep breath and said slowly, "You think, the relationship between us is not so easy to be deceived by others. Influenced by it, when you quarreled with Ron, I would help the more reasonable side; during the days when I was petrified, you were obviously unhappy, but you still tried to communicate with your parents, didn't you?"

"Um……"

Faith licked her lips. In fact, she was a little shaken in her heart. Apart from Hermione, the reason why she kept rejecting the Grangers' kindness was that she couldn't understand why they would Treat yourself so well?

She claims that she is not superior to her peers, at most she is commendable in the aspect of 'reasonableness'. As an ordinary child like herself, she really has nothing to do with someone as dazzling as Hermione. The method is to accept the favor of the Grangers with peace of mind on the grounds of simple liking.

In Faith's past thoughts, there was one and only one reason why the Grangers would be nice to her, and that was because she was the only friend of their daughter, Hermione Granger.

When she was invited home by Hermione for the first time, when Faise couldn't control herself to read other people's emotions, she was deeply impressed by the joy and relief shown by the couple.

They made full preparations to welcome their daughter's friend, tried their best to make a good impression on her, quietly cared about Hermione's school life, and were careful not to let the two children notice that thought.

Faith was actually a little proud that day, because she had done something that neither of the two adults could do—to make Hermione no longer lonely.

At the same time, a naive and somewhat childish thought popped up in little Faise's heart. She tried to prove to the Grangers through her actions that even if they didn't make extra efforts, she would still take care of them. Good for their daughter, because Hermione is worth it.

It's a pity that after Irene's death, the pressure from reality made Faise realize one thing - it was no longer that Hermione needed her unilaterally, but that she couldn't do without Hermione.

During that time, the care and care from the Granger family was like a life-saving rope hanging in front of her in a desperate situation. It was neither spider silk nor straw. She didn't even need to take the initiative to climb up, because they cared for her He dragged him out directly, and took good care of himself, who was alone.

It was an almost unrealistic concern. Every day when she woke up at Granger's house, Faith would feel at a loss.

It was also during that time that her heart defenses quickly disintegrated under the enthusiastic offensive of the little lion, and she began to reveal her heart to the other party little by little, and took the initiative to approach that warmth, even if she was burned, it didn't matter.

But the strange thing was that Faise was still unable to frankly accept the kindness from the two adults, and even she didn't understand what she was afraid of.

Afraid that their kindness to themselves is only pity?Afraid that once you accept that kindness, you won't be able to withdraw?Afraid Hermione would feel like she robbed her parents?Afraid that Irene and Apetos will be replaced in my heart?

Probably a little of both.

She can understand other people's emotions, but she can't understand her own thoughts. Over time, that escape has become a natural habit.

But I really should make some changes. As Hermione said, no matter what the reason is, those are the wishes of the Grangers. She can't always treat other people's sincerity by evading. .

Faith's wandering gaze gradually gained focus, she bit her lip and smiled slightly, "You're right, I think I will find a suitable way to express my gratitude, and I won't blindly reject their wishes in the future."

"Face!"

Hermione stayed for half a second, a smile suddenly appeared on her face, and a look of joy lingered between her brows and eyes, "It's great that you can figure it out, I'll go to Madam Malkin's robe monopoly later when we meet up with Mom and Dad Shop! I hope that robe has not been bought by others..."

Faith smiled and saw Hermione's bright eyebrows and brisk steps, "Don't get too excited, be careful of bumping into something..."

"Boom!"

Before she finished speaking, Hermione bumped into a woman holding an iron cage. Although the lion cub stabilized his posture with his vigorous skills, the female shop assistant was not so lucky and fell down on the street. Not to mention, the iron cage in his hand fell to the ground, and the pet inside let out a shrill cry.

"Meow!"

Do I have a bit of prophetic talent.

While helping Hermione to lift her up, Faise thought dumbfoundingly in her heart.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, it's all my fault that I didn't look ahead when I walked, and I bumped into you, are you okay..."

Hermione repeatedly apologized to the other party, but fortunately, the clerk's temper was very good, or she was too embarrassed to care about the two children, so she just patted the dust off her body, "It's okay, Crookshanks, is he all right?"

"Crookshanks? Is that the cat's name?"

Faith was squatting next to the iron cage, and there was a very big cat locked in the small cage. Its fluffy and soft hair was blown out at this moment, especially its tail, which looked like a feather duster.

I don’t know if it’s because of being frightened or unable to perform in this small cage. The ginger-colored cat wandered around in the cage uneasily. The way it walked was a little guilty, and it kept saying “wheeze, wheeze” in its mouth. cry.

"Yes..." The clerk glanced at Faith in some surprise, "You can actually recognize it as a cat?"

Chapter 170 Four Crookshanks

"Just a feeling, after all it looks smart, and..."

Faith smiled shyly at the clerk, and raised her finger to the signboard of the shop, "This is the Magical Menagerie, isn't it?"

"Is this the cat raccoon mentioned in the book?" Hermione also squatted down curiously. When Crookshanks saw the villain who made him unlucky, his soft body immediately arched up, and his yellow cat eyes stared extremely. Big.

"But its tail doesn't look like a lion's tail, and it doesn't have spots on its body, but its ears are quite big."

Faith heard the other party's question, and answered before the clerk, "Maybe it's because it's a mixed-race cat?"

"That's right," the clerk explained to Hermione with a smile, "Don't look at Crookshanks' ugly appearance, he is also very smart among cats and raccoons, but he is occasionally a little sensitive..."

"I'm sorry little guy... for scaring you." Hermione said apologetically. Most girls can't resist the attack of cute fluffy animals, and Miss Granger is no exception. She moved her hand slowly He got closer to the iron cage, and when he found that Crookshanks stopped making threatening sounds, his expression immediately beamed with joy.

Faise on the side frowned when she saw the hand that was about to stick into the cage. This person is always a bad learner. He has been injured by cats and dogs in the community for many times since he was a child. It rarely happens, and you don't need to be vaccinated if you get scratched or bitten, but Hermione has received several shots for tetanus alone.

Sure enough, Crookshanks' cessation of the threat was merely a temporary sign of weakness. The moment Hermione's fingers touched the cage, the sharp claws instantly protruded from the soft pad, and the cat's front body immediately slammed like a spring. Raise it up, and pounce on the enemies invading its territory like lightning.

"Meow!"

Hermione subconsciously wanted to withdraw her fingers, but saw Crookshanks suddenly let out a scream and fell down. White lightning flashed on the fluff that exploded, and the whole cat shrank back to a corner of the cage, only the tip of its tail remained. Shaking restlessly.