Chapter 343: Is Dumbledore Very Familiar With You

"Don't worry Titus, the Headmaster has already gone there personally."

"And if you can't accept their existence, you can drive them away directly."

Looking at Titus who couldn't accept it, John patted his shoulder and said.

"Really?"

Hearing the Headmaster come forward personally, he suddenly relaxed again.

"Uh-huh, you can write a letter back now, or I can make a Portkey and send you back."

"Uh... that's not necessary..."

Hearing John's matter-of-fact "make a Portkey," Titus sweated a little.

Making a Portkey is still quite laborious.

Especially in a place like Hogwarts, which is reinforced by multiple layers of ancient magic.

After saying that, he looked at Draco again and frowned.

Draco didn't avoid his gaze, meeting Titus's scrutinizing gaze and speaking slowly.

"Claude, I can make an Unbreakable Vow—in the name of Malfoy, with my own soul as the contract, I will never harm you or your family."

"We really have nowhere to go now; your house has the ancient protective spell left by your grandfather, which is one of the few places that can escape the dual investigation of the Ministry of Magic and Voldemort."

It's not that they have nowhere to go.

It's just that Titus's house is indeed the place that can let them settle down most securely.

With Grindelwald there, they are actually not afraid of the Ministry of Magic and Voldemort's investigation.

But they also have to eat, drink, poop, pee, and sleep, and have to have a place to stay.

But currently, the three of them, one counts as one, are either wanted escaped prisoners, or traitors being hunted by Death Eaters, and there's a fake-death Death Eater felon.

If they want to settle down securely, unless someone is willing to accept them.

And Titus's Claude family is their best choice.

Listening to Draco's words, Titus was silent, obviously facing this situation for the first time, not knowing how to react.

He hates Draco and his Malfoy family, this is beyond doubt.

But now Malfoy has defected, and even provided the information they need most to defeat Voldemort.

Standing from a rational perspective, they should accept them temporarily.

But standing from an emotional perspective, he really doesn't want to be in the same room with the Malfoy family.

John also saw Titus's hesitation, so he spoke toward Draco.

"The Unbreakable Vow is not omnipotent, Draco, don't use this as a shield."

"You can't represent your parents, and you can't represent Grindelwald."

"Most importantly, you can't eliminate everyone's disgust for you; if you really want to ask Titus to take you in, show the attitude and sincerity you should have."

This is both helping Titus stand his ground and giving Draco a chance.

Draco lowered his eyes for a moment, understanding John's meaning.

Finally, he slowly took out his wand and placed it on the table.

"I am willing to let you temporarily keep my wand—until we prove that we are worth accepting."

Ollivander has said more than once.

Wands have souls; voluntarily handing over a wand means voluntarily handing over one's soul and dignity.

Draco's move really showed his sincerity, and his posture was also very low.

This means that Titus can even openly order Draco around.

Titus was finally moved.

Looking at Draco, who no longer had his usual arrogant and domineering look, but instead showed the thinness and fatigue that a teenager should have.

"I... I listen to my parents."

Titus finally chose to let go.

"You take your wand back."

"Anyway, I dare you not to make trouble; I tell you, I have John backing me!"

John also stood up with his hands on his hips at the right time, standing behind Titus.

Draco finally breathed a sigh of relief and said sincerely: "Thank you, Claude, and you, Merrick."

Afterward, the wand was returned to Draco.

Draco also left.

He had done what he should do, and the rest depended on the decision of the Claude family.

After watching Draco leave.

Finally, Ryan couldn't help but pull John and say.

"John, are we really going to form an alliance with the Malfoys?"

"At least according to the Headmaster, yes."

John shrugged and said.

Draco provided them with very key information.

And as far as the current situation is concerned, the Malfoys actually pose no threat to them.

So there is no need to worry too much.

"That Grindelwald, what kind of person is he..."

Ethan on the side was more concerned about the existence comparable to Voldemort that John mentioned earlier.

"I can't say well, only know that he is an old acquaintance of the Headmaster, and has done more exaggerated things than Voldemort before."

"But Dumbledore believes he has repented, and it's not clear whether he is an enemy or a friend."

Regarding Grindelwald, he was not easy to evaluate.

Can only wait for the Headmaster's final decision.

In the Claude house.

"Oh, kind lady, thank you for your hospitality."

An old man dressed appropriately was sitting on the sofa in the living room, nodding politely to Mrs. Claude.

"No, it's nothing... but I hope you can stay well..."

Mrs. Claude brought a plate of hot tea and snacks, placing them slowly on the table.

She looked at Lucius and Narcissa beside the old man, feeling a headache.

Her husband went to work early in the morning, and she happened to be resting today.

As a result, she bumped into these three uninvited guests.

Lucius, who should have died, and Narcissa, who was being hunted by Death Eaters because she betrayed Voldemort.

Although they couldn't be said to be in a sorry state, they were indeed much more haggard than their usual glamorous images.

As for this eloquent old man, although he showed great cultivation and politeness, he revealed a trace of elusive pressure everywhere.

"Hehe, of course, after all, we won't cause trouble for kind people."

The old man picked up the teacup and took a light sip.

If you think so, don't come over...

Mrs. Claude complained in her heart.

"Thank you for letting us in, Susanna..."

At this time, Narcissa also took the teacup and thanked Mrs. Claude sincerely.

Hearing this address, Mrs. Claude sighed and looked at Narcissa, saying slowly.

"So, Narcissa, what is going on with you now..."

When saying this, the tone carried helplessness, and at the same time, a long-lost familiarity.

The circle of pure-blood wizards is only so big, and some people are hard not to know.

Not to mention that they were actually classmates before.

"And, why... is your husband still alive?"

Lucius was obviously uncomfortable being stared at.

In the past, he was always like a proud peacock, looking at people with his nostrils, and didn't have a good face for the Claude family, a so-called family friend.

If it weren't for Narcissa and Mrs. Claude being friends, he wouldn't even bother to deal with them.

But now, he had to lower his proud head to beg for shelter...

Narcissa glanced at the silent Lucius and had to speak for herself.

"... You should know, our family has already broken away from Voldemort..."

"In order to prevent Voldemort's revenge, I used my last ability in advance to arrange a fake death for my husband to escape......"

"But now, we have nowhere to go... coming today is actually to exercise the promise between our two families, seeking shelter from your Claude family..."

Hearing Narcissa's explanation, Mrs. Claude was also shocked.

Didn't expect Lucius to survive in this way, and was also surprised that they would choose to ask her for help when they were at the end of their rope.

However, she quickly calmed down.

"This is not something I can decide, Narcissa; I need to discuss it with my husband, and at the same time, notify Mr. Dumbledore."

Mrs. Claude shook her head and said slowly.

Hearing the name Dumbledore, the old man's ears moved.

"Is Dumbledore very familiar with you?"

He asked in a tone of near-innocent curiosity, his face full of gentle smiles.

Mrs. Claude didn't know why, but felt a bit creepy, but also knew that Dumbledore was her biggest reliance.

Even if they weren't actually familiar, she still had to say it like a fox borrowing a tiger's power.

"Of course, our family has always had a very good relationship with Mr. Dumbledore; he often comes to our house as a guest and says he likes my son very much."

As soon as Mrs. Claude finished speaking, the air suddenly cooled by a few degrees.

"Oh? Is that so?"

"Then I really have to get to know your son."

Titus, far away at Hogwarts, suddenly shivered.

Titus: No, I have a bad premonition...... ===== CHAPTER 344 =====