Maka actually didn't know much about the old things about the Gunter family. Although he does remember some major and minor events in the magical world because of his two lives, he doesn't know all the messy things.
And the reason why he knew the secrets of Voldemort's "evil deeds" back then, and was even able to talk to the old tower just now, was mainly due to Dumbledore.
In the past, in order to deal with Voldemort, Dumbledore had carefully verified many past events about him. Even one of Voldemort's Horcruxes, Marvolo Gaunt's ring, was also used when he was investigating the murder of three members of the Riddle family. It was surmised from old cases.
When Maka was formulating a plan for Voldemort's Horcrux, she incidentally learned a lot about the Gaunt family from Dumbledore.
But Maka really didn’t expect that today, those old news would actually come in handy again!
"...McLean, if you insist on forcing me to admit it, then I will admit it! Yes, that Morfin Gaunt is my grandfather. After my grandma took my father to hide in a Muggle apartment in London, she He immediately changed his surname from 'Gaunt' to 'Taung'—"
Perhaps it was because Maka peeled back those past events layer by layer, and almost every single thing he said was right, which made the pressure in Lao Tawen's heart increase.
So, when Maka revealed that Voldemort's Horcruxes had already fallen into his hands, he finally had no reason to continue holding on.
"So McClain, why are you talking to me about this?"
For the old Taon and his son Enns, the fact that Voldemort can no longer be resurrected is undoubtedly good news, which means that both father and son can resume their original surnames.
Although both of them have used the surname "Ta Weng" since childhood, if they can recognize their ancestors again, who would like to live with a fake surname all their lives
But to Maka, does it matter what their last name is? Even if it is related to Slytherin's blood, the Gaunt family has long been lonely. Even if Tavon and his son change their ancestral surname, there will be no inheritable family property waiting for them.
However, everything and everyone about the four founders of Hogwarts is what Maka wants to know. Especially for things like "the heir of Slytherin", others might think it was just a myth, but Maka knew it was true.
"You asked me 'for what'?" Maka couldn't help but shrugged when she heard Old Taon's question, "Of course it was to deal with that Haierbo... Maybe you don't know, the person who sealed him last time, That's Salazar Slytherin! Yes, that's your ancestor."
"oh?"
When Old Ta Weng heard this, he couldn't help but frown, then curled his lips and said:
"Then after you know my real name is Gaunt, will it help you to kill him? Is it possible that you also plan to let me imitate my ancestor Salazar Slytherin?"
"It's not necessarily a possibility."
Maka seemed to be telling a joke - let a squib fight against the ancient wizard Haierbo? There is obviously no other ending than death.
But in fact, Maka is really not joking!
If it goes according to what Stewart said before, then the person most suitable to use the Tablet of Bewitchment should be the heir of Slytherin. And thinking about it this way, leaving aside Old Tavon, at least his son Enns Tavon has some hope.
Of course, unless forced, Maka would definitely not leave such an arduous and dangerous responsibility directly to a junior student.
"Okay, just think I'm just curious!" He shook his head at Old Taon, "It's just that not long ago, a descendant of another bloodline of your Gaunt family came to me. And then I just saw When you passed by, you immediately had some associations...that's all!"
"Another bloodline?"
Just as Stewart thought he was the only remaining lineage, Old Tavon actually always thought so. After all, as early as his grandfather Morfin Gaunt's generation, he had already called himself "the last inheritor of Salazar Slytherin".
"Yes," Maka nodded. "One of the two principals in Ilvermorny, America, is Barlow Stewart. One of his ancestors came from the Gaunt family. This time he came here to find him. The son left behind..."
When Lao Tawen heard what he said, he didn't think it was anything at first, but then his expression changed.
"Hey! McClain," he immediately stared at Maka and raised his voice, "don't tell me that you are doubting Enns' life experience?"
"Oh no, of course not," Maka immediately waved her hand, "First of all, the age is wrong—then Stuart thought I was his child at first!"
While saying this, Maka suddenly stood up and patted her outer robe.
"I already know everything you want to know, so I won't stay any longer... If you are interested later, I can help you and Stuart introduce each other to meet each other. After all, we are all relatives."
"No!" Lao Tawen immediately rejected Maka's proposal angrily, "If you want to leave, leave quickly!"
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When Maka took the Weasleys back to the ranch camp, wisps of sunset had already hung on the sky, and the originally dazzling sun was gradually turning into a soft red.
The setting sun shone on the large expanses of green grass and tents, as if they were covered with a red-gold veil.
The camp was roughly the same as the temporary shelter in Diagon Alley. Many people were busy going back and forth, and ingredients for dinner had begun to be prepared in the central open space.
Of course, Hermione, Ginny, Luna and others were also there, waving their wands to help the witches in charge of dinner.
When Maka and the Weasleys suddenly appeared in sight, Ginny, who reacted the fastest, immediately ran over and hugged them both.
"Dad, Mom... Oh, I finally see you again! Are you all okay? London was so dangerous at that time, were you injured or anything?"
This was what the Weasleys wanted to ask, but Ginny said it first, so that both of them didn't know what to say.
"Oh, it's okay, honey..."
Generally speaking, family reunions are always wonderful, and apparently this time was no different. Maka stood aside, smiled and nodded, and then said to Hermione who was not far away:
"Where are Ron and his brothers? I'm going to call them over."
"No, no need, I'll just go!" Hermione said immediately, "Maka, Mr. Dean seemed to be looking for you just now. If you have time, go and see him first!"