"Rolph, clean that place a little more cleanly."
The elderly Newt looked at the young man in front of him and said with a frown.
Rolf Scamander looked at his grandfather who had a solemn face but could not hide his joy. He smiled and shook his head and said, "Grandpa, it's clean enough."
Then he looked at the curtains and the yellowed white tablecloth, shook his head and said, "Seriously, Grandpa, I think it would definitely be a better choice if you change things."
Newt shook his head: "It's too late, the scheduled meeting time is tonight."
Luofu shrugged and said helplessly: "Then you have to endure it. After all, this house will no longer be a permanent residence. Renovation is just a waste of money."
Hearing this, Newt nodded in agreement.
Rolf looked at his grandfather who was still not relaxed, and asked a little strangely: "Grandpa, this is not the first time that Professor Dumbledore is a guest. Why are you so nervous?"
After hearing what his grandson said, Newt was silent for a moment, with a troubled look on his face.
After a long silence, he finally spoke: "The last time Dumbledore and I met was three or four years ago. Paying attention to it is not a bad thing in itself, of course..."
"Dumbledore will bring one of his students here." Newt glanced at his grandson, "I hope you can become friends with him."
After hearing this, Luofu frowned slightly.
"I know you won't have no reason, grandpa. But if this matter involves me, I still hope to get a clear explanation."
A student wants to make himself a friend of the other person. This thing sounds a bit strange. After so many years, Luo Fei has never felt that he needs to deliberately make friends with anyone.
Seeing his grandson's serious expression, Newt suddenly became a little hesitant and seemed a little entangled. He hesitated for a long time, and then said: "Okay, it's just a suggestion. If you don't want to, it's okay."
The smile on Luofu's face faded, and he looked at his grandfather with a dumbfounded expression.
This has been the case since childhood. Unless there is something that really must be done, grandpa will become easy to talk to as long as the other party takes a tough stance. An expression that says anything can be discussed.
As we get older, there are more and more things that can be discussed.
"I'm willing to listen to your advice, but at least you have to tell me the reason."
Luofu was still a little curious. Since he was able to get his grandfather to mention these two things, although his attitude was not very tough, it still meant that the other party could be valued by his grandfather.
This is not just an effect that can be achieved by Professor Dumbledore's students.
Unless this person is Professor Dumbledore's only 'student'.
"His surname is Gaunt. As you know, we are going back to Dorset later." Newt still explained to Rove, "The surname Scamander still has some power in British circles."
"If you plan to study magical animals all the time like me, it doesn't matter much. But if you want to work in the Ministry of Magic, he can help you a lot."
"However, even if we can't become friends, it's best not to dislike each other."
Newt was quite serious when he said this.
"After all, our home is still in the UK. And even I am outside the circle of nobles, and cannot completely break away. After we return to the UK, you will have to deal with them, so there is no harm in getting used to it in advance."
Newt said it sincerely. His attitude towards his grandson was always one of respect. In other words, Newt, who was originally dull, stubborn, and quite rebellious, would never be able to show off the attitude of being all-inclusive to his juniors.
Rolf Scamander thought for a moment, and then said to his grandfather: "I will try my best to get in contact with this person. Of course, if I really feel that I can't get along..."
He didn't finish what he said, but both of them knew what he had left unfinished.
But seeing his attitude, Newt immediately smiled.
"I think you will like him. If he is really a boy who has received a complete noble education."
Speaking of this, Newt showed a trace of nostalgia.
"Just like Theseus."
Theseus Scamander is a well-known elite in both the aristocratic circle and the entire wizarding world. Of course, that was what happened back then, and now he is just an old man.
Rolf Scamander was a little surprised, but he didn't expect Newt to value a child he had never met so highly, and even compared him with his grandfather.
He was really looking forward to meeting that guy now.
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"I can hardly look forward to meeting Rolf Scamander."
Luke said frankly to Dumbledore: "I believe I can get along with him very happily. But this is because of sufficient skills, not a true compatibility."
But Dumbledore did not show any dissatisfaction. Instead, he nodded with satisfaction and said, "This is enough."
He didn't understand why Luke had some natural dissatisfaction with Rolf Scamander. But that didn't stop him from trusting Luke's social skills. He still believed that as long as Luke had a heart, he could become friends with most people.
It has nothing to do with personality compatibility, it's just that everyone feels comfortable around Luke.
If Dumbledore had heard Newt comparing Luke to Theseus, he would probably have scoffed. After all, Theseus is noble, has a full sense of justice, and is very capable. But in terms of tact in dealing with people, there is still a gap between him and Luke.
Not every noble has such ability. Moreover, nobles generally do not learn such abilities at this age.
"But if you want to be friends with Newt, then Rolf is a great place to start."
He looked at Luke and reminded him. Needless to say, he said it clearly. He believed that Luke could easily understand what he meant.
Luke nodded to indicate that he understood, but did not express his position.
Rolf Scamander, Luna's husband in the original setting. Of course, this wasn't the only reason why he didn't look forward to meeting Luo Fe.
Rolf Scamander has lived in the United States since he was a child. It also had something to do with the work of his grandmother, Tina Goldstein, or Tina Scamander.
She had long since stepped down from her role as Auror. But since then he has been working in a clerical position in the Auror office. It wasn't until recently that I gave it a thorough push.
Newt has been living in the United States because of her. According to Dumbledore, until recently, they finally planned to return to England.
So the current situation is that if Rolf Scamander wants to integrate into the circle that the Scamander family originally belonged to, it is completely unfeasible as it is now.
When he returned to the British aristocratic circle with all the American habits, he would only be politely rejected until he returned to the United States in a state of disgrace.
Don't doubt it, Luke knows all too well how soft these people are. He knows all these skills, but he just doesn't bother to use them.
Dumbledore's attitude was obviously to let him take Rolf with him first, and even cover him in a sense.
This of course has advantages and disadvantages.
The advantage is naturally that the Scamander family, which still has considerable strength among the nobles, will be on his side. Moreover, the views of the Scamander family, at least Newt Scamander himself, are actually similar to Luke's. At least neither of them disliked Muggles.
The disadvantages are also obvious, not everyone will give Luke face. He must be deeply involved in Luo Fu's affairs, and even help Luo Fu integrate into the circle to some extent. There's more than a little trouble involved.
He didn't think the deal was worth it. There was nothing wrong with his admiration for Newt himself. But he is not interested in the strength of the Scamander family.
But...it's not like you can't try. After all, Dumbledore had already helped him make the connection, so refusing directly would be a bit disrespectful.
Seeing Luke barely cope, Dumbledore almost laughed out loud.
It's really a good thing.
He knew that Luke was not very good at refusing requests from people he knew well.
Just like this time, he obviously had various reluctances, but he still agreed to his request.
A kitten that needs to be smoothed can still be dealt with.
Dumbledore looked at Luke, who was a little depressed, with a smile on his face. People who eat soft food but not hard food are more trustworthy than people who don't eat hard food and don't eat oil and salt.
"You two, what are you talking about?"
A clear and charming voice, like a lark holding a delicate rose in its mouth, came from the door.
Both Luke and Dumbledore looked towards the door.
There, a woman wearing a red dress and glasses walked up.
Luke raised an eyebrow. He didn't expect Alice to be so beautiful. Dumbledore smiled with appreciation.
Naturally, the partner can be anyone, but if the partner is good-looking, it will naturally give people more favorable impressions. It doesn't matter who it is. In a sense, it can be said to be a commonality of human beings.
"Hello, Professor Dumbledore, I have benefited a lot from your book "The Patronus Charm and the Heart."
As she spoke, she extended her hand to Dumbledore.
Dumbledore held Alice's hand: "If I can help you, then this book will fulfill my original wish."
Dumbledore had heard too many compliments from others, and he had also seen too many compliments that gave specific examples of something. But I still like hearing this.
After all, everyone is the same on this point. A good word is always a good word, and it never hurts more than a bad compliment because it is heard too much.
After briefly greeting Dumbledore, Alice turned to look at Luke.
At this time, Luke was sitting on an exquisite and gorgeous chair, one hand resting lazily on the armrest, and the other hand supporting his chin.
"Hello, Alice."
He had a gentle smile on his face. It feels like spring sunshine.
The smile on Alice's face gradually faded, and the expression on her face became more serious.
After a moment, she folded her hands and performed a seemingly simple ritual, but the small details were very troublesome.
"Well, Your Highness Luke."
When Luke saw the scene in front of him, he was not surprised, but he was still somewhat surprised.
He did not immediately step forward to help Alice up, but said with a smile: "I thought you had any other tests for me?"
"We have no authority to investigate you. We will only follow you."
Alice still lowered her head. Maintain that complicated posture. Dumbledore looked a little tired. Some of the rules of the nobility are indeed unacceptable.
Especially these ancient aristocratic etiquette. Except for the long-standing nobles who use it on very important occasions, it will basically not appear in front of everyone at other times.
The etiquette in front of me, which I cannot name, obviously belongs to this category.
I can only say that it is troublesome, but such tediousness itself represents nobility.
People who are not noble are busy digging food from the fields and do not have the time to do such a beautiful but uncomfortable etiquette.
Of course, now he couldn't say a word no matter how much he felt sorry for Alice.
Whether he succeeds or fails today, it all depends on Luke's own decision.
With this in mind, he looked at Luke, who still had a half-smiling expression on his side, and got ready to watch the show with great interest.
Luke looked at Alice who lowered her head and made a surrender gesture, feeling helpless.
"Get up first, Miss Alice. Even if you pose like this, I can't agree immediately. This is irresponsible to you and myself."
Luke said calmly: "Even if you have tested me. I will also test your abilities."
"My men don't need waste."
'Except mascots with useful value. ’ He added silently in his heart.
After all, he doesn't have particularly strong abilities, but there are quite a few mascots around him that are of considerable use value.
"As you wish, my lord."
After saying that, Alice stood up and sat on the chair. Her expression was no longer as polite as before, but she looked calm.
This expression is normal.
Luke nodded and said nothing. He knew very well that for now, in terms of the forces behind him, he was undoubtedly at a disadvantage in front of Alice.
I don’t know how strong the organization led by Alice is. But Britain, France, and the United States all have traces of each other. This in itself is a display of strength.
With such a ready-made organization, he didn't know how much effort and time he would save.
but……
"I can't completely trust you, Miss Alice. As for the reason... you know it very well."
Luke had a cold expression on his face when he said this.
There is even a faint feeling of blame.
