Chapter 1786 The Breaking Point Under the Stalemate

"Is that from the Brandt family?"

Hermione was very concerned about the breath from the other party just now, but what made her care 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 who was sitting opposite. What is even more surprising is that Erich obviously noticed the warning immediately, but he just endured it silently.

"Ma'am, is Beauxbaton okay? It should still be the same, right? I still remember the Quidditch match we had with Durmstrang and the championship trophy that I won, and I still put it away I keep it in my office and watch it every day! That may be the most proud honor I have received in my life..."

Erich skipped over the topic of family and father without any trace, and started talking about the old days with Madame Maxime. While Maxim was chatting with him, he couldn't help but look at De Quinn beside him, but he still couldn't find the time to bring the conversation back to the "topic".

Evidently, Erich didn't want to talk about De Quinn - not from the start!

However, although Erich didn't want to mention it, and Maxim was inconvenient to speak so bluntly because of his limited status, there was always someone who could put aside his scruples and speak up. Either Hermione, or De Quinn herself.

While Hermione was thinking about the identity of the person in the corner, she did not forget the reason why they came here today. Seeing that Ms. De Quin, the client, is still sitting there with a gloomy face in a daze, she thought for a while, and couldn't help saying to Erich:

"Mr. Brandt, although it may be somewhat presumptuous, may I ask you a question?"

"Oh, of course!"

When Erich heard Hermione talking to him, he temporarily interrupted the memories of his school days, nodded at her and said:

"You're welcome, just ask whatever you want! Except for some confidential matters related to 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 events in the German magic world. You know, France, Norway, Germany... are far away from the UK. It's not far away, and it may be Haierbo's next target. So even if it's just a small matter, we should pay attention to it as soon as possible to avoid future troubles."

"Well, yes, I would like to thank Miss Granger on behalf of the wizarding people of our country,

"Erich smiled and said, "It's just... As far as I know, at least for the time being, nothing worth noting has been found. During this period of time, I am also drawing everyone's attention. If there is any problem, I will report it to me in time. "

Why Hermione suddenly asked this, not only Erich, but also Mrs. Maxime felt so puzzled—is she really worried about the situation in Germany?

Only the old butler saw Hermione glance at De Quinn before speaking just now, and he knew that Hermione's next words might be what she really wanted to say.

Sure enough, Hermione went on to hear:

"As expected of Mr. Brandt, he must be more thoughtful than I am, and I seem to be a little careless... But, after all, we have just been to Belgium before, thinking that Hai Erbo is very likely to If I choose to recommend to inland Europe from there, I can’t help but worry—there can’t be another UK in this world!”

As she was speaking, she suddenly changed the subject and said:

"Ah! Speaking of Belgium, we don't seem to have introduced you yet, this is—"

That's right, Hermione wanted to force the conversation back to Ms. DeQuinn. Erich ignored De Quinn just now, so he can't ignore Hermione this time, right?

But what Hermione didn't expect was that Erich really couldn't pretend he didn't hear it this time, but there was a flash of meaning in his eyes that she couldn't understand.

What kind of sight is that?

Is it intimidation? No, there is no coldness and sharpness in the eyes of the other party, but only a little... a little helplessness and pleading?

Since the gaze was only fleeting, Hermione couldn't be sure what the deep meaning was. But because of this line of sight, Hermione still subconsciously gave up the idea of ​​"introducing" De Quinn for the other party.

"...well, what I mean is," Hermione paused for a moment, unconsciously catching a glimpse of the lady sitting next to Erich out of the corner of her eye, "yes, this lady——Mr. Brandt, you seem to be You haven't introduced us yet!"

"Ah!" Erich immediately reacted, nodded hurriedly, "This is the liaison officer of our International Wizarding Cooperation Department, Ms. Ava Fogel—her business ability is very good, and she is trustworthy in our department. a member of the

Because Erich just wanted to see for himself how to help push down the solicitation at the right time, seeing that the current conversations are almost all chattering among his own ministers, so Fogel has never opened his mouth.

Now seeing Erich introducing herself to the other party, she nodded politely and said:

"Hello, Miss Granger...Minister Brandt is really overrated. I am just an ordinary liaison officer. Compared with everyone, my work is too small to be worth mentioning."

Fogel can be a liaison officer, so he is naturally a person with quick thinking and strong observation skills. Although she was not very clear about many things, it was obviously not the time for her to speak at the moment, and she could feel this at least.

Therefore, after being polite, she immediately closed her mouth again, and became her transparent person again.

And to be honest, from the moment Erich appeared in the living room to meet Hermione and the others, the atmosphere of today's conversation has been very delicate. Not only did Erich talk about him from left to right, Madame Maxime also couldn't speak out because she needed to represent Beauxbatons, and even Hermione was more puzzled and worried by the other party's strange eyes.

As for the old butler...he seemed determined to be a calm bystander.

Obviously, in order to help Ms. De Quin and fulfill Mrs. Maxim's original intention, there is still a need for a breaking point to break through the already thin barrier between the two parties.

It's a pity that the thinner the "barrier" is, the more obscure it is that people dare not easily pierce it.

Erich was obviously restrained by something, and at the same time, this was the scruple in Hermione's heart-she was worried that if she did too much, it would harm Erich and Ms. DeQuinn.

But who knew, this "explosion point" was suddenly detonated by De Quinn himself when everyone was at a stalemate!