Chapter Summaries

Anduin reunited with Ginny and agreed to let her stay with him for a few days before presenting Arthur and Moody with shares in his planned Silver Lightning Alchemical Company. Moody recognized that Anduin hoped their Ministry connections would help secure contracts, leaving Anduin’s proposal exposed but still under discussion.

• Ginny rushed into Anduin’s arms, called him her godfather, and eagerly agreed to stay with him in Diagon Alley for a few days.
• Hog protested silently when he learned Ginny would be staying, but Anduin ignored him.
• Anduin gave Arthur and Moody investment agreements offering each a 5% share in the Silver Lightning Alchemical Company.
• Anduin explained that he wanted them as consultants for tactical equipment and future civilian alchemy products, with their shares serving as payment.
• Moody guessed that Anduin was using the shares to gain their help and connections in securing Ministry contracts.

Anduin explained that he wanted Moody and Arthur to test his Alchemical Tools and show them to their Ministry colleagues, not bend rules to secure orders. After they signed a contract and received sample equipment, they agreed to help register his company and arrange a demonstration for Ministry officials.

• Anduin offered Moody and Arthur free Tactical Equipment to test and use at the Ministry, and explained that he might ask them to evaluate future products.
• Moody and Arthur agreed to help without pulling strings, then signed Anduin's magical contract and opened their sample cases.
• Moody examined the Magic-Sealing Handcuffs, and Anduin pointed out the instruction booklets and mentioned another set of equipment he was developing.
• Arthur offered to help with company registration and explained that Ministry departments would conduct a Hazardousness Grading Assessment of Anduin's products.
• Anduin asked Arthur and Moody to arrange a product demonstration for Director Bones or Minister Bagnold, and Moody agreed to speak with them.

Anduin brought Ginny to the Ministry of Magic with Hog after spending several days caring for her at home. Arthur told him Minister Bagnold had arranged an immediate demonstration and hazardousness assessment of his alchemical products, prompting Anduin to wonder why the Ministry was in such a hurry.

• After Arthur and Moody left, Anduin encouraged Ginny to search for Hog, and she spent the next few days finding and playing with him wherever he hid.
• When Anduin prepared to leave for the Ministry of Magic, Ginny begged to keep playing with Hog, so Anduin agreed to bring him along.
• Ginny rode the enlarged Hog to the Ministry, where Arthur greeted Anduin and tried to get Ginny off the dog.
• Arthur told Anduin that Minister Bagnold would personally observe a demonstration and assessment of his alchemical products at the Department of Magical Law Enforcement's Drill Hall.
• Anduin asked Arthur whether the Ministry had recently faced trouble or someone had caused problems for Minister Bagnold.

Anduin accompanied Arthur to the Department of Magical Law Enforcement for a demonstration connected to the equipment he had offered Minister Bagnold. Along the way, he met Acelia Rohl and learned about her Ministry role and family ties before following Arthur to register the equipment.

• Anduin inferred that Minister Bagnold's quick summons meant the Ministry needed his equipment, and Arthur said the Ministry had a minor problem involving smugglers.
• Anduin, Ginny, and Hog rode the elevator with Arthur to the Department of Magical Law Enforcement.
• Arthur introduced Anduin to Acelia Rohl, who had been ordered to attend a demonstration at the Drill Hall.
• Arthur explained that they had to register and inspect Anduin's box before bringing it near senior officials, prompting Anduin to consider making a security-checking Alchemical Tool.
• Arthur told Anduin that Acelia was distantly related to Thorfinn Rowle and repeated rumors about her school grades and Ministry appointment.
• Anduin suspected Acelia was hiding something, then followed Arthur through the corridors to an office.

Anduin demonstrated Silver Lightning Alchemical Company's field equipment to Minister Bardeno and Ministry officials at a confidential meeting. He showed how his Communication Charm network sent messages and emergency signals, leaving the officials to assess the equipment.

• Arthur and Anduin passed the Ministry's security inspection, then asked Vanessa to watch Ginny and Hog during the demonstration.
• At the Drill Hall, Minister Bardeno told Anduin the demonstration was confidential and asked Amelia, Cornelius, and Bianca to evaluate his equipment.
• Anduin set out his products and introduced the Silver Lightning Alchemical Company’s equipment for protecting and assisting wizards in the field.
• Anduin explained that Communication Charms could send coded messages through linked amulets across the United Kingdom.
• Anduin demonstrated the emergency module, making the officials’ amulets flash, heat up, and vibrate.

Anduin demonstrated magical communication and defensive equipment to Minister Bagnold, Amelia Bones, Fudge, and the Hit Wizards, negotiating prices for several items. He then introduced magic-sealing handcuffs, protective gloves, and a self-inspection pocket watch.

• Anduin explained how the Communication Amulet worked, including its emergency signal, lifespan, resistance to interference, and network function.
• Anduin negotiated the Communication Amulet’s price down to twelve Galleons each after Amelia Bones intervened.
• Anduin demonstrated the Defense, Sonic Boom, and Glimmer Amulets, and settled their prices with Amelia at ten Galleons for the Defense Amulet and twelve for each of the others.
• Anduin introduced Magic-Sealing Handcuffs that drained an arrested wizard’s magic, Protective Gloves that produced a strong adjustable shield, and a Self-Inspection Pocket Watch that scanned for injuries and harmful effects.

Anduin demonstrated his Alchemical Tools to Ministry officials, whose interest grew as they tested the equipment. After the Tracking Goggles identified traces on a bundle of feathers, Minister Bagnold asked about buying them, and Anduin quoted a price of fifty Galleons.

• Hit Wizards and Ministry staff tested Anduin’s Magic-Sealing Handcuffs, Self-Inspection Pocket Watch, and Protective Gloves, discovering the handcuffs drained magic and the watch revealed an Auror’s cracked rib.
• Minister Bagnold calmed the crowd and asked Anduin to demonstrate his tracking equipment.
• Anduin showed how his Tracking Goggles detected clues and disguised themselves as ordinary spectacles, then handed pairs to Bagnold and three department heads.
• Bianca used the Tracking Goggles to identify traces around a bundle of feathers, confirming the equipment worked.
• Bagnold asked whether Anduin’s Tracking Spell had an incantation, and Anduin explained that it was still being optimized.
• Anduin quoted fifty Galleons for the Tracking Glasses, part of the same product line as his other Alchemical Tools.

Anduin negotiated a Ministry of Magic order for several magical tools by offering a special introductory price on the Magic-Sealing Handcuffs and Tracking Glasses. He then presented the Tactical Vest and Tactical Leather Boots, leaving the Ministry officials eager to test the new equipment.

• Amelia and Minister Bagnold negotiated with Anduin over prices, accepting full price for the Self-Inspection Pocket Watches and discounted prices for the Protective Gloves.
• Anduin offered the Ministry its first 50 Magic-Sealing Handcuffs and Tracking Glasses for 25 Galleons each, and Minister Bagnold accepted the offer.
• Anduin introduced the Tactical Vest and Tactical Leather Boots, explaining their protective and mobility-enhancing charms and setting their prices at 200 and 150 Galleons.
• The Ministry employees tried on the vest and boots, showing greater interest in the vest, while Scrimgeour and other Hit Wizards focused on the boots.

Anduin demonstrated the Humanoid Target and promoted his Power Value standard to Minister Bagnold and Ministry officials. Acelia’s tests revealed a strong affinity for Elemental Magic, and Moody prepared to try the device next.

• Minister Bagnold and Director Amelia accepted Anduin’s offered price for his products without bargaining.
• Anduin introduced the Humanoid Target and explained how its Power Value measured spell strength.
• Anduin cast Stupefy twice, demonstrating scores of 40 and 60, before Acelia scored 42 with her own Stunning Spell.
• At Minister Bagnold’s request, Acelia cast Flaming Fire and scored 61, prompting Anduin to explain her strong Elemental Magic affinity.
• Minister Bagnold asked Acelia to step aside and turned to Moody, who eagerly prepared to test the Humanoid Target.

Moody tested Anduin’s humanoid target, demonstrating its durability and Power Value tracking before the Ministry agreed to buy the devices. Anduin then introduced two Interference Generators, leaving their purpose to be revealed.

• Moody scored 358 with a forceful spell, then struck the humanoid target with a Shattering Spell that scored 489 and left it cracked before it repaired itself.
• Moody praised the target, and Minister Bagnold stopped the gathered officials from testing it so they could negotiate with Anduin.
• Anduin offered the humanoid targets for 800 Galleons each, and Minister Bagnold and Amelia settled on a price of 750 Galleons each.
• Anduin presented two metal rods and named them Interference Generators.

Anduin demonstrated two jamming devices to Minister Bagnold and the Ministry officials, who recognized their usefulness and negotiated prices for an order. Bagnold then led Anduin and the department heads to her office to discuss the contract and company registration.

• Anduin explained that the Jamming Interferer kept Muggles from noticing magical activity within 100 meters, prompting Fudge and his staff to express interest.
• Anduin demonstrated the Anti-Apparition Jammer, which blocked Apparition across a 100-meter radius and could keep working while carried.
• Anduin quoted prices and a two-year lifespan for both devices, and Amelia negotiated the prices down to 90 Galleons and 140 Galleons per rod.
• Bagnold ended the demonstration and arranged a meeting with Anduin, the department heads, and Moody to discuss an order and register Anduin Company.
• Bagnold praised Anduin’s reception in Cairo and mentioned his chances of winning next year’s Pioneering Contribution Gold Award.

Anduin discussed his alchemy reputation with Minister Bagnold and learned she hoped he would win an award for Britain. While he waited for his company paperwork, Ministry officials debated which of his magical devices to purchase, leaving the final equipment priorities unresolved.

• Anduin modestly discussed his work and past International Alchemy Conference with Amelia and Minister Bagnold.
• Minister Bagnold offered to nominate Anduin for the Wizengamot and help him earn a Merlin's Order Third Class Medal if he won an award at the next conference.
• Minister Bagnold signed paperwork to establish Anduin's new company and took department heads and Moody to discuss equipment orders.
• Amelia emphasized the need for Magic-Sealing Handcuffs and Tracking Glasses, while Moody rejected Fudge's request for Jamming Interferers.
• Minister Bagnold said each department would receive equipment, prioritizing Aurors and Hit Wizards, as Amelia and Bianca argued over protective gear and Tactical Vests.

Minister Bagnold and the department heads approved standardized Power Tests and placed a large order for Anduin’s magical equipment. Anduin agreed to the delivery schedule, then learned the Ministry’s hazard classifications and sales restrictions for his products.

• Minister Bagnold decided that three Humanoid Targets would be purchased and Power Tests added to field staff assessments and promotions.
• The department heads finalized a 15,060-Galleon order, prioritizing Tracking Glasses and Magic-Sealing Handcuffs for delivery within three days, with the remaining items supplied over a month.
• Minister Bagnold told Anduin that several products were restricted to Ministry staff, while the Interference Devices could not be sold outside the Ministry and required an order form.
• Anduin asked why Humanoid Targets were classified as XXX Level, and Minister Bagnold explained that their spell-casting mechanisms could endanger less capable wizards.

Anduin negotiated Ministry approval and an order for Humanoid Targets, including a restricted version without spell-casting. After completing the deal, he collected the deposit and deposited most of the money in a new Gringotts vault.

• Anduin proposed removing the Humanoid Target's spell-casting function, and Minister Bardeno agreed to reassess the modified version as an XX-Level product.
• Amelia ordered the XX-Level version, and Bardeno outlined restrictions on selling XXX- and XXXX-Level equipment to British and foreign buyers.
• Anduin signed the Ministry contracts and received a receipt for a 30% deposit, while the Ministry prepared official documents for his company.
• Moody told Anduin that the Ministry had tightened security after intelligence errors and explained that officials planned to crack down on Knockturn Alley's gray-market shops.
• Anduin found Hog with Vanessa after Arthur had taken Ginny away, kicked Hog, and dragged him back to Diagon Alley.
• Anduin exchanged the Ministry authorization slip at Gringotts, opened a vault in his name, and deposited most of the funds.

Anduin prepared and decorated the Silver Lightning Alchemical Company’s shop in Diagon Alley, then opened it after receiving a Ministry license. Acelia arrived to collect the first two pieces of Alchemical Equipment ordered by Director Bianca.

• Anduin divided the spacious ground floor into a retail area and a product-testing room, then decorated the shop as a luxury boutique.
• Anduin put up the company’s sign and waited for the Ministry of Magic to issue a license.
• Minister Bagnold’s Ministry issued the license three days later, and Anduin opened the shop.
• Acelia arrived on Director Bianca’s instructions to collect the two pieces of Alchemical Equipment and inspect them before paying the second installment.
• Acelia entered the shop, admired its decor, and told Anduin why she had come.

Anduin opened his Alchemy Merchant House and had Acelia inspect the Ministry of Magic’s order while he watched her through a mirror. When Joey and his cousin Jemma visited the shop, Anduin gave them a free item, and Joey asked about buying a Humanoid Target.

• Acelia arrived to collect the Ministry of Magic’s order, and Anduin led her to the back room to inspect the glasses and handcuffs.
• Anduin watched Acelia through a mirror as customers crowded into his newly opened shop and reacted to the prices.
• Joey came in with his cousin Jemma to buy her school supplies, and Anduin welcomed them and offered a free gift.
• Joey recognized the Protective Gloves and Communication Charm from Anduin’s school tests, then chose Protective Gloves for Jemma.
• Joey asked whether the shop sold Humanoid Targets, and Anduin said they needed modification before they could go on sale.

Anduin discussed making more affordable Humanoid Targets with Joey and learned that young wizards were also drawn to the Raven’s glowing-orb lamp. Their suggestions led him to consider new civilian Alchemy Tools tailored to customers’ needs.

• Joey praised the Humanoid Target as a way to measure spell strength, but balked when Anduin said it cost 800 Galleons and could withstand Power Values under 500.
• Joey suggested cheaper targets with lower limits, and Anduin recognized that ordinary buyers did not need the strongest version.
• Joey proposed target models for young children, students, and most adult wizards, with prices of 100 to 200 Galleons and limits suited to each group.
• Jemma told Anduin she wanted the Raven lamp because she enjoyed its glowing orbs and suggested making lamps shaped like kittens or owls.
• Anduin noticed young customers were more interested in the Raven than the expensive Tactical Equipment and considered exploring magical lighting as a civilian product.

Anduin received the Ministry of Magic's partial payment for his equipment and sold tactical gear to Acelia, whose interest made him suspicious. After she left, he ordered Qiqi to track her and anyone who received the boots, with Hog as backup if needed.

• Acelia gave Anduin a payment order for 20 percent of his equipment contract, and he signed it after checking the details.
• Acelia bought three pairs of Tactical Leather Boots, ten Sonic Boom Amulets, and five pairs of Protective Gloves, but Anduin refused to sell her Interference Devices without Ministry authorization.
• Acelia asked whether Anduin would keep the shop open during the school year, then left after he assured her someone would mind it.
• Anduin summoned Qiqi and gave her Tracking Devices, revealing that he had tampered with Acelia's boots so Qiqi could follow her.
• Anduin instructed Qiqi to record Acelia's movements and contacts, track anyone who received the boots if she gave them away, and call on Hog for backup if necessary.

Anduin prepared for Acelia’s possible attempt to steal his Alchemical Tools while considering how to improve his shop and products. He summoned Vivian to help with their appearance, paying her to interrupt her summer vacation.

• Anduin noticed that ordinary customers preferred attractive, entertaining, and affordable goods, though he sold only one Self-Inspection Pocket Watch that afternoon.
• Anduin added a detection locator to his home’s defenses and modified Interference Devices with backdoors in case Acelia tried to break in or steal from him while he was away.
• Anduin planned new Humanoid Target versions, affordable civilian products, and more attractive designs for his existing merchandise.
• Anduin sent Shunfeng with a letter, and Vivian arrived the next day through the Floo Network, complaining that Anduin had interrupted her vacation.
• Anduin offered Vivian a money bag to persuade her to help improve the appearance of his products.

Anduin asked Vivian to advise him on improving the appearance and business potential of his Alchemical Tools shop. After viewing the shop and its products, Vivian questioned his limited selection and asked why his more dangerous tools were not on display.

• Vivian visited Anduin's home, praised him after seeing his money pouch, and asked him to explain why he had called her.
• Anduin explained that he wanted Vivian's business advice, and she agreed to inspect his products.
• Vivian admired Anduin's Raven Magic Lamp and suggested it could be more appealing to customers than his dangerous weapons.
• Vivian praised the shop's magical furnishings, and Anduin explained that their effects depended on the room's magic supply.
• Vivian noticed that Anduin displayed only a few products and asked why his Tactical Vest and Magic-Sealing Handcuffs were absent.
• Anduin told Vivian that he restricted those dangerous products to professionals rather than Civilian Wizards.