Mrs. Weasley looked at the concert tickets in her hand with mixed feelings. Even though she was financially well-off, she still couldn't bear to let her husband spend money on something that didn't help the family and could only be considered her personal hobby. She originally wanted to just watch the broadcast on TV, but she didn't expect Allen to give her so many tickets. Moreover, they were for the VIP area at irregular times.
After calming herself down, Mrs. Weasley suddenly raised her head and looked at her husband gently. She closed the box and pushed it back to Allen. "Allen, thank you, but this gift is too expensive. I can't accept it."
"It's nothing, Mrs. Weasley. I didn't spend any money on these tickets. My sister-in-law, Hibiscus Chinensis, asked Ms. Warbeck for some information. After that, they got along quite well. Hibiscus Chinensis wanted to give her show more airtime on TV, so Ms. Warbeck gave her concert tickets to my family. However, my family can't watch so many shows … Also, I think Serena would be more willing to see her real fans enjoy her show." Allen didn't take back the gift box and sincerely persuaded Mrs. Weasley to accept the gift. However, Allen was a little puzzled. When he went to his father-in-law's house just now, he also gave some tickets, but for some reason, the man didn't look too happy …
"Molly, accept it. Thank you, Allen." Arthur secretly decided that he had to work harder at the Umbrella Corporation to modify Muggle items so that he wouldn't let down Allen's carefully prepared gifts. Back then, because his wife was worried about their finances, he had no choice but to give away the two tickets. This made Arthur feel very guilty towards his wife. Seeing Molly happily accept the gift after hearing Allen's words, Arthur felt a little sad. However, the middle-aged man immediately composed himself and called Bill, who had never met Allen before, over and introduced him to Allen.
Percy was a step faster than his father. He leaned forward and took the initiative to extend his hand. "Professor Harris, it's a pleasure to meet you." Percy's attitude towards Allen was much more cordial than before. When he attended Family Harris's banquet and saw some of the power behind the other party, he did not dare to be negligent.
"It's a pleasure to meet you. My father said that you're very capable and intelligent in the Ministry of Magic, and that you have a bright future." Allen took out a gift from his pocket and passed it to Percy.
Allen merely embellished his father's words. Percy did have some talent, and he was Mrs. Weasley's proudest son. Although he was often ridiculed by his younger brothers because of his rigid and ambitious words and deeds, and was often imitated by classmates who disliked him at school.
But during the incident in the Slytherin chamber in the second grade, when Jenny was affected by the mysterious diary, Percy was the only one of her four brothers who sensed that something was wrong. He even tried to take care of Jenny by giving her medicine. It was just that his cleverness was now used to curry favor with those in power. But for the sake of his father, Arthur, his future was still pretty good.
Percy, who was somewhat overwhelmed by the unexpected favor, was so excited that his entire body was restless. He leaned forward and almost bowed. "Oh, is that so, Minister? Actually, I still have a lot to learn. Oh, right, Professor Harris, would you like a cup of tea? "
"Oh, thank you, Percy." Allen saw Percy in high spirits as he personally brewed tea with his chest puffed out and head raised, as if he had received the highest honor. He couldn't help but laugh inwardly. Percy didn't have good control over his emotions and was easily at a loss.
The twins, who had originally planned to greet him in high spirits, were now red in the ears. They really couldn't stand Percy's attitude.
"Bill, come here." Arthur pointed at Bill. "Allen, this is my eldest son, William Arthur Weasley." Mr. Weasley had long been aware of Percy's shortcomings, but the kid looked down on him and didn't pay attention to his teachings.
"Hello, Professor Allen Harris." His long red hair was combed into a ponytail. He wore an earring in his ear with a small fan-like object hanging from it. Coupled with his attire that would be appropriate even if he attended a rock concert, the impression he gave off was that he was overly individualistic...
However, after hearing Arthur's introduction, Allen didn't know how to address him. He always thought the other person's name was Bill. His family always called him that when they talked about him, but he didn't expect his real name to be William.
"Just call me Bill." Bill saw Allen's dilemma and smiled candidly.
Compared to Percy, Bill's easy-going temperament, which was somewhat similar to Albert's, easily made Allen have a good impression of him. Sure enough, it was easy to find similarities between the eldest sons in the family.
After some small talk, Allen distributed the gifts he had brought to everyone before sitting down on a sofa opposite the fireplace.
Near the corner of the stairs in the distance, Ron sat on the steps and opened the gift Allen had given him. A Hogwarts wizard robe was neatly folded in a box. He picked up the attached card, glanced at it, and put it aside. He touched the robe with his hand. It was different from any robe he had worn before. The material was definitely not ordinary. It was soft and comfortable.
Jenny came up and picked up the card that Ron had just put back in the box. "A self-ironing and self-repairing robe with a thermostatic function. A luxury from Madam Morkin's shop." However, Jenny wasn't that envious. The uniforms that Professor Harris had given them in the ancient magic class were not only more elegant, but also more powerful. This robe was just a thermostatic function added to the normal robes used by the students. It was just that the material was better. It was completely incomparable to Professor Harris' special protective robes for the ancient magic class.
Jenny recalled the practical gifts that Allen had given her every Christmas to prevent her from using too many second-hand goods in front of her classmates. She silently put down the card. She looked at Ron and shook her head in disapproval. "You're always jealous of Professor Harris and can't help but say bad things about him. Now look … how Allen treats you."
Ron's ears were bright red, but he didn't refute this time. He held the robe in a daze. What could he give in return for such an expensive gift? Even if his family was rich, he still didn't have much pocket money. Including the Christmas gifts that he had bought for Harry and the others, his pocket money was almost used up.
Ron never expected that Allen would give him a Christmas gift this year. He hadn't prepared anything for the other party for several years in a row, and he didn't save any pocket money at all.
Sirius, who was watching coldly with his arms crossed, saw Molly and Ron's reactions after receiving the gift. He recalled his own attitude when they were on good terms and couldn't help but say through gritted teeth, "As long as he's willing, he's really a charming guy who knows how to please people."
Next to the fireplace, the dancing firelight reflected on the faces of Allen and the others who were sitting around the fireplace. After some small talk, Allen casually picked up a pie and took a bite. He looked at the silent boy who had survived the disaster. "Harry, why are you so quiet tonight? This isn't like you. "
"I … have … a mandrake leaf in my mouth …" Harry tried to push the leaf to the side with his tongue and speak clearly. With something in his mouth, he spoke carefully, for fear that he would accidentally bite or swallow it.
"So you're preparing for the Animagus transformation. It's not difficult to eat a mandrake leaf, but it takes a long time, and it's not easy to persist." Allen suddenly understood. "Remember to tell Hermione when the time comes. You must know her and her pet thunderbird. Hermione will be happy to create the stormy weather needed for the first Animagus transformation."
Harry nodded. In this short period of time, he had already experienced the inconvenience of having an extra leaf in his mouth. When he thought of having to persist for so long and with so many harsh conditions, he had no confidence.
"Don't be afraid of difficulties. You won't be used to it at first, but soon you'll find a way to eat and talk without breaking or swallowing it. Don't worry, you'll definitely master it before the end of the holidays. " Allen comforted him. Although the process was a little difficult at first, it would be much better once you got used to it.
Allen's words not only comforted Harry, but also Ron and Jenny, who were listening to their conversation at the stairs, benefited. No matter what Ron thought of Allen, he had to admit that no one in the world had more say than Allen in the transformation of Animagus. Many wizards related to Family Harris' Umbrella Company had successfully transformed, although Ron was disgusted with the way they taught Draco to transform into an Animagus.
"But for now, you can only use spells to clean your teeth. The Muggle toothpaste that Hermione gave you can't be used, or the ingredients will react with the mandrake leaf." Allen used a relaxed tone to liven up the atmosphere. "Don't ask me what happened, and don't ask Hermione. She didn't want me to tell anyone else, or she'll get me in trouble."
It would have been better if he had not mentioned it. Now, even Tonks had unknowingly come over. Her hair had already changed color out of curiosity.
"Allen, I have something to talk to you about in private. Let's go for a walk in the garden." Lupin, who was sitting on the side, suddenly turned to Allen and invited him. "This way, we can also avoid the Tonks … and the children … asking about Hermione's accident."
Lupin, who had just been taught a lesson by Arthur, changed his words awkwardly.
"You can also send that poor goblin back." Arthur pointed to the ugly garden goblin on the Christmas tree.
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