The Hogwarts Emerald

Chapter 272: The Long Journey Home

Britain and France seem to have a good relationship, but in fact, these two countries have always been in conflict throughout history. One claims to be the orthodox European country and the descendant of Rome, while the other is isolated overseas and far away from the mainland.

With the conquest of England by William the Conqueror, the king of England became a Frenchman, and in addition to the crown, they also held the title of Duke of Normandy. The two countries entered a new era and had more intersections.

It was also during this time that many wizarding families came to England from France, such as the Malfoy family and the Lestrange family.

At that time, wizards had no statute of secrecy, and Muggles had no large-scale witch hunting activities. Armand Malfoy built Malfoy Manor with the land given by William the Conqueror, and his descendants have lived here for ten centuries.

After that, a war broke out between Britain and France, who disliked each other. It started as a political struggle over the throne, and then evolved into a war that lasted for more than a hundred years.

Both sides win and lose, but it is always the civilians who suffer.

After a few years of peace, the people of both countries were able to recuperate. But the Second Hundred Years' War began again, this time for greater interests, to compete for the position of European hegemony.

The Second Hundred Years' War came to an end only when Napoleon was exiled to St. Helena.

When Prussia was unified and Germany rose, the two enemies, Britain and France, finally shook hands and signed the Anglo-French Entente, and joined forces to defeat Germany in two world wars.

Fortunately, it is a peaceful time now, and even if Ada comes here alone, she will not be greeted warmly. However, what Ada does not know is that her Muggle mother also came to this country alone, and met the pure-blood wizard Louis Rosier here.

The transportation in the magic world is indeed convenient and fast, but the comfort level is really terrible. After running so far, although it didn't take much time, I was still exhausted both physically and mentally.

Despite this, Ada had no time to rest, nor did she go to see if the Phantom really existed in the Louvre, whether the ossuary in the underground chamber really led to the underworld, nor did she taste the coffee on the left bank of the Seine.

As soon as she arrived in Paris, the dusty Ada went to Place Furstenberg, the smallest and most romantic square in Paris. The entrance to the French Ministry of Magic is here.

The roots of the trees around the fountain in the center of the square will rise from the ground, forming a birdcage elevator around the visitors, leading to the underground headquarters of the Ministry of Magic. This method is much more pleasing to the eye than the telephone booth or flush toilet of the British Ministry of Magic.

It is indeed a romantic country.

The decoration style of the Ministry of Magic's hall is full of artistic atmosphere, and the circular dome is painted with constellations.

When you look up, it feels like you are looking up at the starry sky. The blue, white and red tricolor flag emblems can be seen everywhere, and the motto of the French Ministry of Magic is also on it: Cast, Spell and Summon.

Ada came here to register with the Ministry of Affairs. After all, she entered France legally, which was also Dumbledore's requirement. There was no problem with her wand detection. If it could detect something, it would be considered a failure of the system!
Although Ada's French was still a little poor, and it was difficult for her to communicate with the gentle lady in the affairs department, after the wand inspection, her entry registration was completed. She could now go to the address on the letter.

When it was getting dark, Ada, wearing a water-green dress, appeared in a high-end residential area in Paris. She hesitated, but still came here directly.

Following the address on the letter, she walked past one high-end residence after another, and finally stopped in front of an old-style house with roses planted in the yard.

Ada stopped at the door, she was a little hesitant. If the people living inside regarded her as a disgrace like the other Rosier, then everything would be easy, she could just grab a weapon and ask about her life experience. But if the people inside treated her very well, Ada really didn't know how to face it.

Crossing the yard and climbing the stone steps, Ada knocked gently on the oak door.

Suddenly, the oak door creaked open a crack, and a house-elf poked its head out from behind the door. The moment it saw Ada, the house-elf's tennis-ball-sized eyes were filled with tears.

Agnes, the house-elf, bowed deeply, her nose touching the ground. Agnes was so excited that her voice became trembling. Agnes said, "Miss, welcome home!"

Agnes the house-elf looked very clean, and the old pillowcase she was wearing was washed very clean. It seemed that her master did not abuse her like Malfoy abused Dobby.

"Uh... hello..." Ada responded woodenly. This was too enthusiastic. The style seemed a little wrong! Shouldn't I despise myself?

Under the enthusiastic guidance of the house elf, Ada walked into the house. The decoration style, furniture and everything in the house were all in the style of the 1920s and 1930s, which made Ada feel like she was in an old movie.

On some tables or cabinets, there was a photo of a young man. The man looked the same as the one Ada saw in the Mirror of Erised, except that his face was younger and his eyes were less mature.

Ada sat down on a sofa, and the elf Agnes handed her a photo album with both hands and poured her a cup of English black tea. Agnes said, "Miss, this is your father, Master Louis Rosier."

After saying that, the elf walked out of the room, leaving Ada alone sitting on the sofa, flipping through the photo album in her hand. The man in the photo had a warm smile, which was completely different from the pure-blood wizard Ada had in mind.

But that's true, if you look at Thierry Rosier and Henri Rochelle, you'll know that this family doesn't look very serious.

After a while, the door opened again, and Vida walked in wearing a military green robe. Her face was covered with wrinkles, but her back was very straight. She looked at Ada steadily, and two lines of tears fell from her eyes.

Ada stood up. She suddenly wanted to escape. The old man's tears made her feel a little overwhelmed.

Vida walked towards Ada quickly, which was not the speed an old woman should have. She pulled Ada into her arms and held her tightly, as if she was afraid that Ada would slip away.

She whispered in Ada's ear: "I finally found you, Ada, my child... I'm sorry for making you suffer so much..."

The house-elf Agnes wiped the tears from her eyes with the pillowcase on her body, then she turned and left the room, closing the door gently.

Ada still didn't move. Her mind was blank. She didn't know how to face this crying old woman, how to face her grandmother. The book didn't teach this! Ada raised her arms stiffly, placed them on Vida's back, and patted her grandmother's back gently.

Perhaps Ada herself did not notice that tears were flowing from her eyes. All the suffering and grievances of the past years suddenly came to her mind. Ada's voice trembled a little, and she whispered, "I'm back, grandma."

Thanks to the book friend who is the leader of the sword discussion, the first leader, hehe
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(End of this chapter)