Windsor Station was only a ten-minute walk from Windsor Castle, but the royal family was still the royal family, and they were here on holiday. By tradition, they had to take the Royal Carriage.
Though it was not a golden carriage, every carriage reserved for the royal family was made from luxurious materials. It looked antique, but it was actually equipped with hydraulic brakes, shock absorbers, and solid rubber tires.
As the carriage moved slowly forward, Vincent also made his way slowly toward the castle.
His sudden arrival instantly put the Royal Guards on edge. Prince Charles's assassination attempt last year was still fresh in their minds, but before they could act, Kingsley, who had been secretly protecting the Queen, appeared.
Two figures, one black and one white. If not for the Royal Carriage, the guards would likely have already opened fire.
Kingsley did not dare approach rashly, even though he knew Vincent was standing before the castle gates.
The guards quickly surrounded the two of them, but something strange happened. They all froze in place, maintaining their forward-moving poses.
Kingsley could not help feeling inwardly alarmed.
The masked Vincent felt utterly unfamiliar to him. He was no longer the courteous Hogwarts student, but a genuine powerhouse of the Wizarding World.
"Long time no see, Mr. Shacklebolt."
Vincent's words broke the silence. Kingsley gave a wry smile. "Yes. I still vividly remember those hits you gave me, especially the one you gave Delores."
"I didn't expect things to turn out this way either." Vincent snapped his fingers lightly, sending the guards into a deep sleep. "Let's get to the point. I'm here to see the Queen."
Kingsley quickly glanced at his robes. His wand was hidden inside.
"I'm sorry, but it's my duty."
"I understand."
The wand traced a graceful