As mentioned before, all the forces in Europe, large and small, are currently paying attention to the confrontation between Haierbo and Maca.
Whether it is because they are worried about getting into trouble, or because they simply do not know which side to stand on, these forces have almost only dared to watch the development of the incident in secret.
Needless to say, the Brandt family to which Erich and his son belong are obviously one of them.
As far as Edward knew, Maka McClain's side was retreating again and again as the struggle with Haierbo escalated, gradually falling into a disadvantage. At the moment, there is no news about Maka's whereabouts. Even some well-connected and well-informed forces have just learned that Hermione and the others have separated a small team and entered the UK, which has completely become an enemy position. .
Are they following Maka McClain? Not many people know this yet.
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"Miss Granger, I don't think this can be called a 'threat'... You interfere in the family affairs of my Brandt family, and we protest against it. Isn't this normal?"
Edward shook his head and said:
"What's more, what I said before is also true - shouldn't Mr. MacLean and you 'warriors' who support him be focusing their energy on Haierbo? Recently, after a burst of outbursts, that guy Haierbo has finally returned. It calmed down a little, and you... I heard that you have also begun to prepare for a counterattack... "
Listening to his words, Hermione thought that he was going to persuade her to give up interfering with Erich and Ms. Dequin, but unexpectedly, as the other party was talking, the conversation suddenly changed:
"Mr. Maclean must be very busy right now, right? That's why, Miss Granger, you will go to Beauxbatons School of Witchcraft and Wizardry on his behalf to discuss the union with Madam Maxime... Let me guess, are the three of you planning to move to the UK a short distance away?" Several countries that are at greater risk of being attacked by Haierbo have come together to form an organization or something? Of course, of course... our Brandt family is actually very willing to contribute some efforts on behalf of Germany. What do you think... Hundreds of Adults How about a fire dragon and ten experienced dragon trainers?”
Hearing this, Hermione finally got to know Erich's father - it seemed that this man came here under the order of their old head of the family. Otherwise, he might not be able to make the decision on his own.
One hundred adult fire dragons, this is not a small number even for the Brandt family, which owns several large dragon farms.
Therefore, can we think that the Brandt family’s true intention is to use such a sum of support to settle this dispute? Hermione didn't know.
She just understood that even if the other party really wanted to do this, Erich's matter was just a cover for an accidental gain. What the old head of the Brandt family really wants is to take this opportunity to express his attitude a little bit—that is, to continue to remain neutral without making friends or provoking anyone.
As for Erich, the "little guy" among his grandchildren, the old family owner probably didn't care at all.
"You know that we are planning to establish an alliance, but you are only willing to provide support without mentioning anything about participating... Is this like this?"
Hermione didn't say this sentence, she just thought about it secretly in her mind, then shook her head slightly and said:
"I have to say that this is indeed a huge support that is difficult to refuse. But to be honest, we actually do not lack the combat power of these hundreds of fire dragons... And compared to this great gift, in some principles It may be more worthy of our persistence.”
"Well... Miss Granger is really a confident and determined witch." Seeing that she decisively rejected his proposal, Edward finally showed a trace of dissatisfaction on his calm face, "In that case, so be it. ! Miss Granger, you have the strength of those hundred fire dragons, so why not... just prove it to us all?"
"What's the meaning?"
When Hermione heard this, she couldn't help but frown slightly.
Seeing that she seemed a little wary, Edward immediately waved his hand and said:
"Actually, those of us who are watching you fight with Haierbo are also worried about you. After all, everyone knows how powerful the ancient black wizard is! To this day, there is no doubt about Mr. McClain's strength. But apart from him, like Miss Granger and you brave men who volunteered to stand on the front line, while we are being protected, we can't help but worry about you!"
As he was speaking, he paused for a moment, and then said sincerely:
"So, please show us your strength! It will also make us more confident in you... And if your strength is actually a little lacking, then we, the hundred-headed fire dragons of the Brandt family, should not refuse anymore. .”
To be honest, Hermione actually wanted to ask him now. If he was so "worried", why didn't he join in and provide his own strength
"How do you want to 'show'? Is Mr. Brandt planning to have a duel with Miss Granger?"
Hermione was thinking about it when she heard Madam Maxime behind her couldn't help but ask a question, with a hint of sarcasm in her tone that was obviously directed at the other party.
Obviously, listening to the two talking about this, even she, who was still limited by the responsibility on her shoulders, could no longer bear it.
But when Edward across from him heard this, he immediately smiled and said:
"How could it be! With my meager strength, how can I be qualified to fight against the warriors who are fighting against the ancient wizards? In fact, before I came, the head of the family had already asked me to bring the fire dragon... Hundred-Headed Fire Dragon Ten Many dragon tamers, many of them, are on standby in the mountains and forests surrounding the Ministry of Magic. As long as Miss Granger is needed, the three of you can escape from this siege without resorting to the Disapparation Spell. I, Brandt, The family can rest assured.”
At this point, while the expressions of Erich, Ms. Dequin and others changed drastically, Edward said:
"Look! In the vast gray fog in Britain today, Apparition cannot be used. This is like a simulated battle, isn't it? Oh! As for my unsatisfactory son and this German Ms. Quinn... If you can take her away, then take her away together! I will not make any further obstruction."
"... Of course, Erich, you can be removed from my Brandt family tree by then."
He said this last sentence while looking straight at Erich, making the latter's hair stand on end. But after a moment, Eric still resisted the numbness in his scalp and turned his head away with difficulty.
"I see," Hermione, who had been silent for a while, finally sighed, "This is really a huge 'care'!"