A few days later, in the floating city of Hogwarts, Umbrella had moved to the president's office on the highest floor of the headquarters. It was made of full-length glass windows, and at a glance, one could see the scenery around the floating city and the surrounding area. Compared to the more magical architectural style of the surroundings, the headquarters was more Muggle and modern because of the president's background and preferences.
In Hermione's office, which was rarely used, there were many wizards related to Harris sitting in it because of the changes after Allen became the president of the Wizard Federation. Although many of them were here for the first time.
After using the projector to show a lot of icons and a series of data reports that most of the wizards in the room could not understand, Hermione straightened her back, her cheeks were rosy, and her tone and tone were slightly raised with a sense of joy. "The establishment of the global trade network will no longer be a problem. In fact, we can make a lot of money just by being the largest transit logistics center. More importantly, whether they have a floating city or not, as long as the trade network is established, they will no longer have a reason to be hostile to us."
Previously, even if the United Kingdom was in a strong position, the United Kingdom was isolated by other countries and surrounded by hostile countries. This made Hermione a little doubt that her side was in the wrong. But now, the other countries had suddenly changed their attitude, and the United Kingdom's international situation had changed dramatically. Hermione understood why Allen had the courage to be hostile to most countries in the world. She admired Allen even more.
"If there is no problem with the supplies …" Lunn spun the quill in his hand in between his fingers. He paused and said in a slightly more serious tone, "Since trade has been restored and the sanctions have been lifted, we don't need to invest too much in the development of the areas between the borders of the countries. They don't seem to have much economic value. Of course, if we don't waste them, we can keep them running as a deterrent. "
"Lunn, your point of view is very reasonable, but I would like to talk about my thoughts from another perspective." Grindelwald's fingers brushed the well-trimmed beard on his face. He bowed slightly and said, "These places are indeed a little remote, but I suggest that we directly use these places as our ownership and supply the trade network as one of the main strongholds for the establishment of the local permanent portal …" He looked at the confused Lunn and smiled. "I think we need to invest more to develop these places in the remote areas. Because the scale is not big, we can even work hard to make them look better than most of the cities in these countries …"
"Good arrangement." Allen praised with certainty. Now that his intelligence had been further enhanced, even if he would not spend his time on these things, he could instantly understand Grindelwald's idea. "In the magical countries like France or Russia that are close to us or stronger than us, we can let them focus on their own commercial duties. As for those that are not so strong … Let them not leave us first. However, if there are some wizards with enough talent who don't have enough development platforms in the local area … It won't be too troublesome to expand the floating city. Besides, with the current scale, it's still far from being a problem …"
"Oh, you're talking about population …" Lunn was enlightened by this. He quickly understood Grindelwald's idea and caught up with his train of thought. "Wait until they get used to having England around them … They'll get used to and rely on this place. Then, when those backward areas see that even this barren land can be developed into something they're envious of, they'll be able to live a desirable life in England …"
The other wizards also agreed with Grindelwald's idea. Hermione was no longer the naive little witch she used to be. As the president of a company, she was already very familiar with making profits for herself under the premise of justice. She carefully wrote down the details of the plan on parchment with a quill pen. She planned to go back and do her best to come up with more details of the plan that would benefit more people.
"I don't have any objections to these plans, but I want to give Albert a long vacation from Aura …" Penello raised her hand and asked apologetically. "The teaching mission of the Hogwarts, the establishment of the peacekeeping force, and the development of these new lands requires the Red Umbrella Department to maintain law and order … I've recently learned Multiple Shadow Clone. Otherwise, I'd have to stop working at the school …" She then turned to Hermione and said, "Miss Know-It-All, I've just finished reading the information you provided. I don't think the Red Umbrella Department should provide so many advanced equipment to the International Union's troops. They're not our people …"
"Penello, this is actually my father's idea. Although the peacekeeping force's operations are nominally under the command of the International Union of Wizards and Wizards, we're now in charge of the training and equipment. They're also stationed in our floating city …" Lunn explained on behalf of Hermione. Then, she glanced at Grindelwald as if she wanted to show off her skills in front of him. "So, we need to look at this problem from a different perspective. The Wolf Mother's Red Umbrella team has nothing to do other than being teaching assistants. So, we can send them to be the officers of the peacekeeping force. Their strength is enough to make other countries unable to question them. This will also strengthen our control …"
"Although it may not be as easy to command as the Red Umbrella's people … Compared to this small disadvantage, it's better than pushing the peacekeeping force to others." Allen also chimed in, "Besides, some of the missions are also dangerous. If we let the Red Umbrella team do it themselves, they might not be able to get any benefits. It's better to let the peacekeeping force achieve some results and let these countries who have also contributed to see some practical results." While speaking, Allen took out his pocket watch with one hand and looked at the time. He stood up and said, "I'm sorry. We've made an appointment with Professor Fleevy to pick someone up. An American friend of mine is coming over to study at the university. We have to go over to entertain him and show him around the floating city … Gellar, let's go first."
"There's a performance at the Three Brooms Bar tonight. Tina Warbeck was also invited to sing in person … Oh, Helena and her female ghost choir will be there too." Lunn leaned on the chair. There was a hint of joy in his usually serious tone. "My cousins also want to go and watch. If you're not going home for dinner, it's best to tell mom. She hasn't cooked for too long during her pregnancy. She's a little addicted to cooking."
"When you came back from the United States, Allen, you also gave me a set of magic teaching materials from Elfhramoni." Hermione scratched her chin with the quill in her hand. She recalled and sighed. "At that time, I didn't have much knowledge. I thought the arrangement of their magic teaching materials was very reasonable. In some ways, it was better than Hogwarts."
"Unfortunately, Allen, the tailor of the set of clothes you gave me back then died and became a limited edition …" Penello pursed her lips and showed off a little. Suddenly, she put down her crossed legs and alertly tilted her head to the side. She asked, "Coming to study at the Hogwarts … Is she from the family you met when you went to the United States in your sophomore year?"
"Yes, she's Mr. Leonard's niece. She's coming to study. He has no children of his own, but he raised two children, Jessica and Ian. He's also a close friend of Professor Fleevy, so Victor asked us to help him look after … Uh?" Allen answered honestly at first. Then, he noticed that Penello's expression became more vigilant. Finally, he realized what the other party was worried about. He opened his mouth and said, "It's impossible between me and her, because … that …"
Allen opened his mouth and wanted to explain that he and Jessica were quite different in age, but there had never been any ambiguity between them. However, he suddenly realized the situation between him and Penello, so he wisely wanted to change his words. However, this kind of hesitation made him look even more suspicious.
"Then I'll go with you. Anyway, I have nothing to do later …" Penello, who did not question further, said simply. Then, she hesitated for a moment and looked at Hermione. "Miss Know-It-All, aren't you coming? You can explain to the other party the stories in your head. "
Hermione's expression became a little dazed and surprised. She never thought that Penello would be able to invite her. Seeing that she didn't respond, Penello's long leg suddenly kicked out from below, kicking Hermione's calf.
Hermione hissed and glared at Penello angrily. However, she saw the other party's big round eyes glancing at Allen. Hermione recalled Allen's words and finally realized what she should pay attention to.
Hermione, who understood, poked her fluffy hair with the quill and said, "Allen, since she's your friend and a witch, Penello and I will go and help to welcome her. Otherwise, she may feel uncomfortable with all the male wizards."
Ellen looked helplessly at the exaggerated expressions of the two of them. He wanted to say something, but Grindelwald's yin and yang voice sounded first.
"Allen, you young people can go and play in the floating cities and Hogwarts. I won't join in the fun. When she enters the university, I'll show her around the university."
After that, Allen saw Grindelwald, the bastard, abandon him and run away.
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