"Is that a member of the Brandt family?"
Hermione was very concerned about the aura that the other party gave off just now, but what concerned her even more was the relationship between the minister in front of her and the other party.
Obviously, the warning contained in that breath was not aimed at the four "outsiders", but Erich sitting opposite. What is even more surprising is that Erich obviously noticed the warning at the first moment, but he just endured it silently.
"Madam, is Beauxbatons okay? It should be the same as before, right? I still remember the Quidditch match we played with Durmstrang, and the championship trophy we won that time. I still put it away to this day. I keep it in my office and look at it every day! That is perhaps the most proud honor I have received in my life... "
Erich skipped the topic of his family and father without leaving any trace, and began to talk about the past with Madame Maxime. While Maxim was chatting with him, he couldn't help but look at Dequin beside him, but he could never find the opportunity to bring the conversation back to the "original topic".
Clearly, Ehrich didn't want to talk about DeQuin—not in the first place!
However, although Erich was reluctant to mention it and Maxim was inconvenient to speak so frankly due to his status, there were always people who could put aside their scruples and speak up. Either Hermione, or DeQuin herself.
While Hermione was thinking about the identity of the person in the corner, she also did not forget the reason why they came here today. Seeing that the client, Ms. De Guin, was still sitting there in a daze with a gloomy look on her face, she thought about it and couldn't help but take the initiative to say to Erich:
"Mr. Brandt, although this may be a bit presumptuous, can I ask you a question?"
"Oh, of course!"
When Eric heard Hermione talking to him, he temporarily interrupted the memories of his student days, nodded at her and said:
"You're welcome. Just ask whatever you want! Except for some matters related to the secrets of the Ministry of Magic, we can talk about everything else."
"Thank you," Hermione nodded slightly, "This shouldn't be a secret... because I just want to ask if there are any unusual incidents in the German wizarding world. You know, France, Norway, Germany... are not far away from the UK. It may be Haierbo's next target. So even if it's just a small thing, we should pay attention to it as soon as possible to avoid leaving behind troubles."
"Well, yes, let me first express my gratitude to Miss Granger on behalf of the wizarding people of our country," Erich said with a smile, "It's just... As far as I know, at least for the time being, no noteworthy incidents have been discovered. This For some time, I have also been drawing everyone's attention. If any problems arise, they will be reported to me in a timely manner."
As for why Hermione suddenly asked this, not only Erich, but also Mrs. Maxim felt a little confused - was she really worried about the situation in Germany
Only the old butler had just seen Hermione glance at DeQuin before speaking. He knew that Hermione's next sentence was probably what she really wanted to say.
As expected, Hermione continued:
"As expected of Mr. Brandt, he must have thought more carefully than me. I seem to be a little careless... However, after all, we have just been to Belgium before, and when I think about it, Herbo will most likely choose From there, I started to recommend to the interior of Europe, and I couldn’t help but worry - there can’t be another Britain in this world!”
As she was speaking, she suddenly changed her subject and said:
"Ah! Speaking of Belgium, it seems we haven't introduced it to you yet. This is -"
Yes, Hermione wanted to force the conversation back to Ms. DeQuin. Just now, Erich ignored Dequin. He couldn't ignore Hermione this time, right
But what Hermione didn't expect was that Eric really couldn't pretend not to hear this time, but there was a hint of meaning in his eyes that she couldn't understand.
What kind of sight is that
Is it intimidation? No, there is no sharpness or sharpness in the other party's eyes, but just a little...a little helplessness and pleading
Since the look was only fleeting, Hermione couldn't be sure what the deep meaning contained in it was. But just because of this sight, Hermione subconsciously gave up the idea of "introducing" DeQuin to the other party.
"... Well, what I mean is," Hermione paused for a moment, unconsciously glancing at the young lady sitting next to Erich from the corner of her eye, "Yes, this young lady - Mr. Brandt, it seems you haven't... Please introduce it to us!"
"Ah!" Erich reacted immediately and nodded hurriedly, "This is the liaison officer of our International Wizarding Cooperation Department, Miss Ava Fogel—she has excellent business skills and is trustworthy in our department. One member.”
Because Erich had only wanted to see the right time to help push back the solicitation, seeing that most of the current conversation was chatting with his own ministers, Fogel never opened his mouth.
Seeing Erich introducing herself to the other party, she nodded politely and said:
"Hello, Miss Granger... Minister Brandt, this is really an exaggeration. I am just an ordinary liaison officer. My work is too small compared to everyone else, and it is not worth mentioning at all."
Fogel can serve as a liaison officer, and he is naturally a person with quick thinking and strong observation. Although there were many things that she was not very clear about, it was obviously not the time for her to speak at this moment. She could feel this at least.
Therefore, after being polite for a while, she immediately closed her mouth again and became her transparent person again.
To be honest, from the moment Erich appeared in the living room and met Hermione and others, the atmosphere of today's conversation has been very subtle. Not only did Erich speak indifferently, but Madam Maxime was also unable to speak out because she needed to represent Beauxbatons. Even Hermione was more puzzled and worried because of the strange look in his eyes.
As for the old butler... he seemed determined to be a calm bystander.
Obviously, in order to help Ms. De Guin and fulfill Madame Maxime's original intention, a breaking point is needed to break through the already thin barrier between the two parties.
It's a pity that the thinner the "barrier" is, the more hazy it becomes that people dare not easily break through.
Erich was obviously restrained by something, and this was also the concern in Hermione's heart - she was worried that if she went too far, it would harm Erich and Ms. DeQuin.
But who knew that this "breaking point" would suddenly be detonated by DeQuin himself when everyone was at a stalemate!