"Sirius, Harry, and all the team members who are staying at the outpost, I won't say much else. There is only one thing I want to reiterate - no matter how critical the situation is, your lives must come first. Number one. In the event of an uncontrollable accident, remember to retreat immediately using the door key I distributed to you. It will ensure that you will not leave any traces that can be traced when you leave... "
At the entrance of the warehouse, Maka was giving final instructions to the more than twenty elite wizards who were selected to stay here.
At this moment, most of the refugees have been moved to safer living locations under the arrangements of the old housekeeper of the Blois family.
Only Beauxbatons' large carriage, which was carrying Hermione, Ginny and other friends, was temporarily waiting at the dock with Mr. Blois's special carriage.
"Don't worry, I'm here! My mind is very clear now." After hearing Maka's solemn instructions, Sirius couldn't help but reached out and patted his shoulder and said, "If anyone tries to make any impulse I will stop this behavior immediately!"
"Come on! Do you think this is the first time I've met you today?" Maka shook her head and said, "As far as I know, you are the most impulsive one!"
Seeing Maka expose Sirius's background mercilessly, the team members behind couldn't help but chuckle for a while. After they became quiet again after a while, Maka continued:
"Also Harry, remember to be careful! Firstly, your injuries have not fully healed yet, and secondly... you are mainly focused on close combat now, although the Sword of Gryffindor has given you considerable strength. Strength, but the danger of close combat will definitely be greater, so please be careful."
"I know, I'll pay attention."
Harry, who was standing next to Sirius, heard this and nodded seriously.
Speaking of this, Maka couldn't help but look back and forth at the godfather and godson who were standing side by side, feeling somewhat emotional in her heart.
He understood Lupine's reasons for selecting them all to be part of the outpost resident team. The most important ones were of course Harry's strength and Sirius' ability to command small teams.
But the most important reason is that when two people stay together, it may make them feel more at ease and secure.
After all, no matter where he is hiding now, it is probably not absolutely safe. And in this case, it is better to let the people you care about stay where you can see them.
These thoughts flashed through Maka's mind, and the next moment, he was seen waving his hands at a group of outpost members.
"Okay, let's all go back! Next, we will each pick up the responsibilities we have voluntarily shouldered, and fight not to lose more and to protect the people we want to protect - including me, too."
This is not an exciting speech, but Maka is using the simplest words to express the aspirations of everyone who is willing to stand on the front line.
Watching the male and female witches and wizards nod one after another, and then turn around and return to the warehouse one by one, Maka then turned around and walked straight towards the dock.
…
Since the refugees who evacuated from London, England, all the way to France have experienced many transfers, they have long been accustomed to obeying orders and observing strict order.
After all, in the harsh wartime environment not long ago, a little delay could lead to loss of life.
Therefore, the relocation operation that started early this morning still did not take too much time. Until now, even the sun has not completely risen above our heads!
"McLean, do you really need my help?"
When Maka bid farewell to Sirius and Harry and walked quickly to the pier not far away, Mr. Blois, who had been waiting there with Madame Maxime, couldn't help but ask the question again.
But Maka still shook her head and said calmly:
"Both of you have helped me a lot! What's more, protecting my friends and partners for me is the greatest help to me, isn't it?"
Mr. Blois...or rather, Willy's father. Since Delphi lost his power and became a Muggle, his strength can indeed be said to be the only wizard other than Maka who can still survive the attack of Haierbo.
But precisely because of this, letting the other party protect Hermione, Luna and others on his behalf is the best option for Maka to continue the confrontation with Halpo with peace of mind.
After Maka expressed her gratitude to the other party, she couldn't help but look at the sparkling sea ahead.
The slightly moist sea breeze gently blew over his face, making his mood, which had been slightly fluctuating due to Luna's illness, somewhat calm down again.
After a short pause, Maca looked at Mr. Blois and Madame Maxime again, and continued:
"Of course, I think there will definitely be more things that require your help in the future... Haierbo is not easy to deal with. I believe this matter is obvious to everyone. Wait until I get rid of a certain person this time. After I go to deal with the hidden danger, I will rush back immediately - early tomorrow morning!"
"Okay, I understand... Willie and I are waiting for you at Chateau Blois! Of course, you know, Madame Maxime will also send all your friends to me."
Nodding towards Blois, Maca thought for a moment, then reached out to Madame Maxime who was standing quietly beside her and gestured:
"Before I leave, I'd better take another look at Luna!"
Before she finished speaking, after watching Mr. Blois get into his carriage, Maca and Madame Maxime walked into the large carriage that was particularly proportional to the latter's size.
"Maka."
Hermione, who was looking after Luna, stood up immediately when she saw him coming up. Looking at her appearance, she seemed to be hesitant to speak.
"Don't worry, you know what I'm going to do and how I'm going to deal with it—it's okay, I'll be there for you soon."
But after hearing this, Hermione couldn't help but shook her head and said:
"But you must also know that this is not the only thing I'm worried about."
Hermione's thinking was still so clear, and she understood why Maka had to make every effort to make time to return to Hogwarts.
Yes, the falling meteorite is not a trivial matter. If it is allowed to fall, it will definitely be a disaster - Hogwarts Castle carries too much history and too many memories.
However, the more important thing is that when the meteorite falls, Haierbo will most likely appear there... even if Maka managed to injure him seriously last night.
After all, the reason why the big stone fell towards Hogwarts was because of Helbo's personal intervention.
"I know, I know...but I still have to go, don't I?"