"What happened to them?"
When she saw Harry and Ron being helped out of the suitcase by Albert and Hermione, Mrs. Weasley hurriedly set aside what she was doing and came over to support Harry by the arm.
"They're suffering from Apparition sickness."
Albert explained to the worried Mrs. Weasley, "We Apparated directly to Australia. Harry and Ron wanted to experience long-distance Side-Along Apparition, but they still couldn't adapt to long-distance Apparition and ended up with symptoms similar to Portkey sickness. They'll be fine after getting some rest."
Mrs. Weasley had never heard of Apparition sickness, but she knew about Portkey sickness, so she roughly understood what Albert meant.
"Don't worry. I had something similar happen to me last time. A good night's sleep will fix it."
As she spoke, Hermione handed the potion in her hand to Mrs. Weasley. "This is a potion to ease Apparition sickness. If they still feel awful, have them drink some more."
Mrs. Weasley froze for a moment, then took the potion and tucked it into her apron pocket. She called for their help in taking Harry and Ron back to their respective rooms to rest, then arranged for Hermione to stay in Percy's old room.
After learning that Hermione's family had remained in Australia, Mrs. Weasley was quite happy to have Hermione stay with them for the time being.
After all, before the Wizard Village was completed, Ginny would have someone to keep her company and a friend to help look after her.
"Come on. I'll show you where the Wizard Village is first, then we'll arrange your work."
After saying goodbye to Mrs. Weasley at the door, Albert and Hermione Apparated away together.
"I missed you!"
The moment they finished Apparating, Hermione wrapped her arms around Albert's neck and offered him a