Chapter 242: Umbridge Redux

Chapter 242: Umbridge Redux

Due to the influence of Galleons, the two had formed a loose employment relationship. But for Mundungus Fletcher, who wandered between the lines of morality, such arrangements were commonplace.

He had encountered many bigwigs; while they might be high and mighty, they could never truly distance themselves from the likes of him, a small-time player.

Felix was quite curious as he inquired about the "important figures" Mundungus mentioned. However, Mundungus skillfully avoided the question, never revealing a thing from start to finish. Strangely, this made Felix develop a slight fondness for him.

After a moment's hesitation, Felix ventured, "Mundungus, have you ever heard of a Time Turner?"The origin of this chapter's debut can be traced to N0v3l--B1n.

"What's that?" Mundungus asked with wide eyes.

"It's something... no, never mind," Felix dismissed the sudden thought. Even if some ancient families possessed Time Turners, they wouldn't openly sell them. They guarded that secret tightly.

Despite the stringent conditions for using a Time Turner, it was undoubtedly one of the most magical magical items, and its origin remained one of the deepest secrets buried within the wizarding world.

Mundungus looked at Felix with a puzzled expression, but he secretly noted down the name. To be mentioned by this mysterious wizard was surely a sign of something extraordinary. He would keep an eye out for any related information and sell it to Felix at a high price if he came across any!

"Oh, by the way," Mundungus said, "I can also get my hands on other things—artworks, ancient bronzes, or some confiscated contraband by the Ministry..."

Felix regarded him with an odd look. "You've got quite the diverse connections." But it was Mundungus' next words that grabbed his attention.

"...and there are some magical creatures and their eggs or offspring."

"Magical creatures?" Felix interjected. "Tell me more about this."

"Oh, um..." Mundungus hesitated for a moment, "they're creatures you're not allowed to keep privately, potentially dangerous ones. Like Blast-Ended Skrewts, Sphinxes, and Erumpents."

"You can get your hands on these dangerous creatures?" Felix said incredulously.

"Well, it's all a matter of luck. Every few years, someone shows up to sell them. I've even seen Fire Dragon eggs and Augurey chicks being sold!" Mundungus continued, "In recent years, they've become more common. You know, the Far Eastern superpower fell apart just a couple of years ago, and along with it, their wizarding world descended into chaos. A lot of valuable stuff started flowing out. Honestly, no one cares over there, they're practically begging to get rid of..."

Felix nodded slightly. He hadn't really paid much attention to these things in recent years. Even the black markets of various magical communities around the world had lost his interest. It had to be said that his travels in the first year after graduation were now a distant memory.

After some thought, he told Mundungus that if there were any exceptionally rare magical creatures, he should inform him directly.

Felix activated the Concealment Charm within his mind, simultaneously tapping his chest, casting various concealment spells upon himself.

Stepping out of the Hog's Head Inn, Felix spotted a few Aurors on the street. They were clad in official combat robes, their eyes constantly scanning the passersby.

Among them, a plump, short witch in a pink dress stood out. She was scolding someone in her high-pitched, thin voice – it was none other than Dolores Umbridge.

Felix had seen her once at the Slug Club's awards ceremony. Slug-horn had commented that the one thing he was dissatisfied with about the entire event was having Umbridge as the host.

Felix also remembered her sickly sweet smile and the pink bow she always wore, not to mention the unusually short wand she carried.

"What is she doing here? Isn't this woman in charge of monitoring magical law abuse?" Felix pondered.

Felix's gaze met Umbridge's, and behind his mask, he saw her scrutinizing him suspiciously. Her mouth stretched into a smile, like a giant toad ready to catch its prey.

She extended her chubby finger and pointed it at Felix, while two young Aurors, one on each side, approached cautiously. Felix recognized one of them – a Hufflepuff student who was two years junior to him.

He remembered her because her ability was particularly convenient – she was a rare natural-born Metamorphmagus who could alter her appearance at will.

Beneath his mask, Felix's lips curled into a smirk. In the next moment, his figure vanished completely.

He had a feeling they would meet again.

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