If being nosy and stubborn are weaknesses, then being prepared in advance is definitely a strength.
Vincent was certainly prepared.
Aside from small self-defense items, there was also a large bag of Gold Galleons.
The Shingu Family is one of the three major families, so they must have the ability to bail people out when something happens.
"“Japanese Wizarding Code”"?
Just from the name, you can tell it's long and verbose; it could probably go toe-to-toe with the International Statute of Wizarding Secrecy."
Can I really get arrested just because I'm a legitimate tourist?
"I just wanted to compare the laws of the two countries." Hermione closed her notebook.
"Don't think I'm being overly cautious. Even if you don't go looking for trouble, trouble might still come looking for you."
"That makes perfect sense." Vincent said, but he didn't really pay attention to what she was saying.
That summer was because Newt Scamander was there, and Grindelwald could foresee the future.
What could possibly happen this time?
Yamata no Orochi shed his skin? The Ministry of Magic must have professional wizards there.
Dark wizards causing trouble? Without fertile ground to grow, anyone who dares to show their face will be ganged up on.
He felt very relieved.
Hermione stared at him for a while, then swallowed back the words she was about to say.
Hogwarts is a top-tier school, so there shouldn't be any troublesome troublemakers causing problems.
The Eastern world tends to be conservative, and Japan is known for its emphasis on etiquette.
She felt relieved, and so did the rest of them.
Around noon, the Hogwarts Express finally arrived at its destination.
As they exited King's Cross Station, a middle-aged man from the East wearing a kimono walked towards them.
Behind him were five retro-styled cars, with five drivers in suits standing outside the driver's seat.
Outside the station, most of the people were wizards picking up their children to go home for Christmas. They were already quite out of place, and compared to this group of people, they were actually quite low-key.
The man approached Vincent and bowed 90 degrees. "Young Master Wayne, I am Changkichi, the head butler of the Shingu Family."
The spectacle was a bit over the top, but luckily Vincent is a socialite.
He stood ramrod straight. "Butler Changkichi, we can set off now."
"Yes."
When they got into the car, Changkichi and the five drivers kept their heads down the whole time.
Even opening the car door is done in the same way; they really pay great attention to etiquette.
Even Daphne thought it was a bit of an exaggeration.
The car has a retro design, and its logo is a golden phoenix.
The interior is luxurious yet understated, and the comfort level is also quite good.
She had ridden in many Muggle luxury cars, but she never expected that these five "outdated" vintage cars would be even more luxurious than them.
The nearby wizards weren't too surprised, but the Muggle were in an uproar.
As the five cars drove out of the station, they began to discuss the origins of the group of children they had just seen.
Young Master Wayne?
Thomas or Bruce?
Is Gotham based on London?
The wizards led the children calmly into the alleyway across the street.
If the Muggle weren't discussing it, they would definitely realize that this alleyway, which ends in a wall, is a great place to hide people.
Not many, just a few dozen or a hundred.
Inside the car moving slowly in the middle,
The passenger in the front seat Changkichi, lowered his head slightly towards the back seat.
"Young Master Wayne, do you have any requests for lunch?"
"Keep it light."
"Okay." His gaze shifted to Neville, who was sitting upright beside him.
"Young Master Longbottom, what are your requirements?"
"I didn't—I didn't—" Neville stammered, his neck stiff. "I didn't—I didn't ask for anything."
"By the way, how did Changkichi Choji know my name?"
Changkichi slightly raised his head, but did not meet his timid little eyes. "Please forgive me, young masters."
The family had sent people to investigate Young Master Wayne's interpersonal relationships, initially for the purpose of better handling his reception.
Vincent nodded slightly, not seeing anything wrong with it.
The Shingu Family investigated him, and he also investigated them.
On the surface, the Shingu Family is one of the three major families, but in reality, it is far behind the other two families, the Abe and the Ashiya.
The Wizarding World in the East is generally conservative, with most power held by a small number of wizarding families.
But in their relations with Muggle governments, they are much closer than those in the Western world.
Some countries even have departments composed of sorcerers.
It involves no political elements and is dedicated to solving various large-scale natural disasters.
Jingu is a typical business family that has been the manipulator behind Muggle conglomerates for hundreds of years.
However, Muggle currency is unlikely to shake the Wizarding World.
Even the wealthy and extravagant Malfoy could not corrupt the pinnacle of wealth.
Moreover, according to Viktor's information, rivals Abe and Ashiya have always been at the very top of the scales.
One family are descendants of the Founders of the Magic Institute, while the other continues to expand their ancestors' influence within the Ministry of Magic.
Fresh blood in the Wizarding World
Power and a bright future.
Controlling the future—what an alluring phrase.
The fact that the Shingu Family sent their head butler to receive Vincent throughout his stay is enough to demonstrate how much they value him.
Therefore, the news that Viktor brought back earlier is probably true.
It seems that the Abe and Ashiya families are secretly planning to manipulate some Muggle- owned financial groups.
Although their motives are unclear, they have indeed posed a threat to the Shingu Family.
While Vincent pondered the direction things would take, the two little witches in the car behind were also racking their brains.
According to Daphne, only Pure-blood Wizard families could afford such a display.
Not only are they powerful in the Wizarding World, but they must also hold a significant position in Muggle society.
Hermione's title of "Miss Know-It-All" is well-deserved.
She had a somewhat detailed understanding of everything from the most advanced fourth-generation fighter jets to the ordinary Santana.
These five cars are clearly Toyota Century vehicles, known as the "Rolls-Royce of the East" and used by members of the royal family and high-ranking political officials.
Daphne looked at the partition in front of her. "Can this thing really prevent the driver from hearing what we're saying?"
"Of course." Hermione's little hand reached for the rear center console. "Unless we press this button, no matter how loud we speak, the driver won't hear us."
"That's amazing!"
Just like when she first entered the Wizarding World, Daphne was full of curiosity about the advanced features inside the car.
Seats with massage and posture adjustment functions, a small TV in the middle of the partition that lights up with an image, an immersive car audio system...
"Hermione, why do they all wear sailor uniforms and have the same name, like 'Sailor'?"
The small TV is playing a very classic animation.
If I remember correctly, this comic book was among the contraband items confiscated by James.
"I don't know." Hermione shook her head decisively.
Every little girl has a princess dream.
She acted uninterested, but in reality, she was just as captivated by the plot as Daphne.
The ditzy, crybaby heroine removes the seal on the forehead of the black cat Luna and, guided by it, transforms into Sailor Moon to eliminate demons, shouldering the mission of fighting against the forces of darkness and finding the Moon Princess.
If she wasn't mistaken, this impetuous female lead was most likely the princess.
Just as they were about to start the second episode, the car stopped.
This is Heathrow Airport, one of the busiest airports in Europe.