Sirius's Cousin

Feeling refreshed, Sean quickly changed his clothes and opened the door. Daisy was wearing a beautiful uniform today, and her slender legs, encased in white stockings, were kicking the ground under her sailor skirt.

"Sorry, your bed is too soft, I overslept."

Daisy gave him a sweet smile, "I didn't want to bother you, but it's lunchtime and Mom and Dad are worried you might be hungry."

"It is a bit..."

After quickly washing up, Sean went down to the living room on the first floor. The Potter family were already waiting for him. Hermione was sitting at the table and gave Sean a disapproving look when she saw Sean come over.

"Sorry to keep you waiting."

"You've come at the perfect time, Sean. The last dish is served perfectly." Lily smiled gently at him as a pot of stew, emitting a wonderful aroma, was placed on the table.

After having lunch, Harry led the group on a stroll through Godric's Hollow.

It must be said that the daily life of the Wizarding Family is somewhat different from what Sean imagined.

Aside from various household magics, daily life wasn't much different. Godric's Hollow was also inhabited by a large number of Muggle, so the group had to be careful to avoid being seen by the Muggle in their miniature versions of the Bludger.

Overall, though, the time in Godric's Hollow was quite enjoyable, and Sean and Hermione stayed two more days at the Potter family ' kind invitation.

Just then, Daisy's acceptance letter and everyone else's second-year shopping lists arrived, so they decided to go to Diagon Alley together to buy what they needed.

It's worth mentioning that Hogwarts was the Defence Against the Dark Arts Professor at Lockhart.

The list of books to be purchased in the second academic year now includes a huge number of this guy's 'works'.

Sean was very confused by this. In the original Timeline, the position of Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher was cursed, and it is estimated that Dumbledore could not find a professor willing to take the position, so he finally chose Lockhart.

But right now, Hogwarts is still in fierce competition with Newmontgard, so bringing in Lockhart, a wizard with little ability, seems unreliable.

Is this guy's acting really that good?

They made their way to Diagon Alley using Floo Powder, and as Sean emerged from the fireplace, he spat out the ashes in his mouth—this mode of transportation wasn't exactly pleasant...

Lily and James took Daisy to buy newborn supplies, while Sean and the others went to the bookstore with Sirius, where they had arranged to meet Neville.

A long queue formed in front of Flourish and Blotts. They saw Round-faced Boy who was dizzy from being squeezed in the crowd, holding a large stack of brand-new textbooks.

Hey, Neville!

Neville finally managed to squeeze out, his round face covered in sweat.

"My God, there are so many people at the autograph session, guys. I suggest we wait outside for a while," Neville said, panting.

Sean glanced inside and, sure enough, a banner was hanging on the second floor of the bookstore, with Daily Prophet taking pictures with large cameras.

Amid a crowd mostly of women, Lockhart, with a broad smile, was signing autographs.

Lockhart wore a magnificent Wizard Robes, his golden curls were meticulously styled, and he would occasionally flash a smile, revealing eight perfectly aligned white teeth.

He's a very handsome middle-aged man, not as greasy as in the movies? Anyway, judging by his appearance alone, he's quite a charming wizard.

"Oh, so this is our new Defence Against the Dark Arts Professor? He looks... he looks disgusting..." Harry remarked from the side. Most men didn't like Lockhart's mannerisms.

Hermione immediately retorted to Harry, "I've read all the books he wrote! He's an exceptionally talented wizard!"

Sean found a quiet corner and leaned against the wall. He casually chuckled, "Just looking at him, Mr. Lockhart is indeed quite charming."

Hermione glanced at him. "Sean, don't you like Professor Lockhart?"

"Not really," Sean tried to shrug, but refrained from doing so in public. "I just think that some of the content in his book is a bit exaggerated and lacks detail."

The clever Hermione had long suspected that Lockhart's books were a bit strange, but since he was their new Defence Against the Dark Arts Professor, and given his handsome and composed appearance, trust prevailed over suspicion.

But after Sean said that, Hermione felt that the inconsistencies in the book were becoming increasingly glaring.

She glanced at Sean, who was talking to Neville. His smile was warm and sincere, and his lake-blue eyes were slightly narrowed because of the smile. Sunlight filtered through the eaves and cast dappled light on Sean's face. Several witches nearby were secretly observing him.

Hermione looked at Lockhart again, and this time, she didn't think he was so handsome anymore...

The book signing lasted a long time. Sean and his group went to buy other supplies first. When they returned to the bookstore, there were two groups of people confronting each other.

The Weasley family' fiery red hair made them easily recognizable, and opposite them stood three men beside the proud-looking Malfoy.

One man and two women. The man is holding a cane inlaid with gemstones. The silver-haired woman next to him is probably his wife. The other woman has long, wavy hair and a cold, arrogant, and aggressive look in her eyes.

"Arthur, you actually managed to collect Galleon to buy the new book this year, oh—and you got your brother-in-law to sponsor it again?" the man drawled.

"Lucius, this is none of your business," Mr. Weasley replied expressionlessly.

Sean had heard Ron say that his family's financial situation was rather average due to having many children. However, his uncle, Mrs. Weasley's brother, was a bachelor and they often sponsored the Weasley family. Ron's new wand for the start of school was a gift from his uncle.

At this moment, Sirius, who had been lazily following them, took a step forward.

"Arthur," he went over and hugged Mr. Weasley, then frowned and fanned his nose, "Hey, buddy, can you smell that rotten stench? It almost made me throw up my breakfast."

The woman with the long, wavy hair sneered, "Sirius, have you really sunk so low as to be fooling around with the Weasley family?"

Sirius looked around in confusion before finally focusing on the woman.

"I smell it—I was wondering where this disgusting smell was coming from. Look at my 'noble' cousin."

Harry quietly explained to Sean, "That's Bellatrix Lestrange, Sirius's cousin. You know, my godfather doesn't get along with Pure-blood families, and the Black Family have expelled him from the family register."

Bellatrix Lestrange, who hasn't Achieving Godhood... Sean looked over curiously. Is she still working for Voldemort?