After returning to No. 13 Privet Drive, Lucifer immediately said: "Felix, go and set up those shielding spells you had before. We are going to cross Germany."
Felix stretched and fell on the sofa: "Okay, let me take a rest."
Germany is also a big magical country, and its border management is relatively strict. When Lucifer is in action, concealment spells will be weakened by several levels.
So every time at this time, Felix would go outside the castle to add some powerful concealment spells.
The reason why those goblins broke into the door last Christmas was because some of the formations that Felix had arranged during the holiday gradually failed.
After resting for a while, Felix turned around the door, walked into the forest outside, and began to set up the formation.
Harry continued his daily homework.
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Early the next morning, in the bathroom, Felix had just taken a shower. He was wearing a robe and was trying out the newly bought smooth hair spray in front of the mirror.
Maine Coon cats all have big snoods, like little lion cubs, long and thick. During this time, taking care of them has become a big project.
but…
"It's really useful!" Felix combed his scarf and praised.
But soon, his care was interrupted!
"Felix, someone is here!" Lucifer emerged from the flame pipe in the bathroom and said.
"Who?!"
"An old man with a white beard, he should look more normal than the giant yesterday..." Lucifer said.
Felix frowned and walked downstairs to open the door.
Sure enough, Dumbledore was standing outside!
There were still bubbles on Felix's face, and he looked unhappy: "What are you doing here?!"
Dumbledore looked at Felix's dress and opened his mouth, obviously a little shocked.
Although he knew that Felix had a disguise spell on his face when they first met, this was the first time he saw Felix like this.
"What kind of look are you looking at? Is my hair more exaggerated than your beard that reaches to my waist?" Felix was unhappy.
"No, it's nothing, I just didn't expect you to look like this." Dumbledore smiled gently.
"So why are you here?" Felix looked at him with an unkind expression: "Are you coming to test me again?"
Dumbledore shook his head and said calmly: "No, I just want to talk. Also, I must say that I really didn't expect it yesterday."
The corner of Felix's mouth curled up: "Guys like you are impure and only think about interests. With your tricks, how could you predict my thoughts?!"
With that said, Felix turned around: "Come in, let outsiders see me, they will think that I am bullying the old man."
Dumbledore walked into the house and looked around. It was a simple and clean room, not messy, and it didn't look like a wizard at all.
At the same time, he also felt the magic that was always permeating the room.
No wonder the Book of Access couldn't pinpoint Harry's exact location.
After sitting down, Dumbledore took the lead and said: "What's your face?!"
"Animagus's mistake." Felix leaned on the sofa, and Lucifer didn't know where he ran. It was obvious that he was frightened by Hagrid's performance yesterday.
Now he is not very willing to show his face in front of strange wizards in case he encounters "perverts" again.
"So what's your purpose here?" Felix glanced at him.
"Oh, yes, back to the topic. Hagrid praised you so much after returning to Hogwarts yesterday, so I was wondering, would you mind going to Hogwarts?"
Felix touched his chin: "I admit that although I am very young, I am indeed past school age."
"Um... no, I just wanted to ask if you have considered working at Hogwarts." Dumbledore said: "It just so happens that I have a sinecure at Hogwarts.
Right in the library, the best in Europe with thousands of collections - the Hogwarts school library! "
When Felix heard Dumbledore's words, a smile appeared on his face and he propped himself up to sit up a little straighter.
"A sinecure? I can read at will?!"
Dumbledore nodded, understanding that this had piqued the interest of the person in front of him.
There wasn't much that was attractive to a wizard who had reached their level. However, precious knowledge was one of those rare enticements.
"Go!" Lucifer's voice also resonated in Felix's mind.
"Living here is truly lonely and dull," Lucifer said. "Go to a place with many outstanding wizards and make some friends. Perhaps the curse on you will be more effective.
You have indeed slowed down now, but Felix, people are social creatures. You've still isolated yourself in the castle. I believe this is a mistake."
Felix pondered for a moment, considering even Lucifer's advice...
"Okay, I accept this job," Felix nodded.
Dumbledore retrieved a parchment scroll from his sleeve, unfolding it slowly. A unique fiery red feather imprint adorned the top of the parchment.
"This is the contract," Dumbledore said, sliding the parchment in front of Felix's eyes.
Felix took it, scrutinizing it carefully, and suddenly sensed the surge of magical power within it.
Clearly, this contract possessed extraordinary potency. Yet, the terms seemed relatively flexible.
The duration of employment was one year, with the option to resign early in unforeseen circumstances. Hogwarts would provide a range of employee benefits, including accommodation and meals.
Regarding salary and other details, Felix glanced over them without much concern.
After perusing the document, he signed his name without hesitation.
In the next moment, he felt a tether connecting to his being, pointing toward a distant location.
His consciousness followed this thread, revealing a massive castle nestled in the Scottish highlands.
"After signing the contract, you gain admission to Hogwarts. You also now possess the address of Hogwarts. Any owls you send or receive will automatically find their way to Hogwarts," Dumbledore explained, before stowing away the contract and rolling it up.
"On behalf of Hogwarts, I welcome you," Dumbledore smiled. "When would you like to journey to Hogwarts? If you wish to accompany Harry on the Hogwarts Express, that can be arranged as well!"
"Let's discuss that later," Felix shook his head.
"Very well, then I shall take my leave. Oh, and please extend my greetings to Harry," Dumbledore said as he stood up.
As he reached the door, he glanced back once more.
"By the way, I'll have my associates from the Ministry of Magic rectify some of the minor errors you made a year ago."
With that, he opened the door, stepped out, and vanished into the night...
Lucifer suddenly emerged from the fireplace. "That man... he's quite formidable."
"Indeed," Felix nodded in agreement. "And highly experienced."
Dumbledore had discerned from their first encounter that Felix was the wizard who had caused considerable havoc in Knockturn Alley a year ago. After all, he had brandished that unique and conspicuous wand during their confrontation.
Initially, Dumbledore had no intention of broaching this matter. Bringing it up could potentially sour their interaction.
So he waited until after the contract had been signed before addressing it...
"When do you plan to attend Hogwarts?" Lucifer inquired.
"I'm not certain, but I intend to visit in advance . That castle exudes potent magic. If I intend to 'flourish' there, a preliminary visit is imperative," Felix replied.
Heaving a long sigh, Felix murmured to himself, "Finally, something substantial to engage with..."