The Evil Thought That Returned

From the argument between Augusta Longbottom and Walburga Black, Wizet learned a great deal as well.

At least from Augusta Longbottom's perspective, such a debate demonstrated the composure of the older generation of wizards.

That was the first thing Wizet learned: no matter what, one had to remain calm.

One could not be like Walburga Black, becoming emotional out of anger and making it easier for others to find flaws.

Whether it was the experience at the Hog's Head Inn earlier or this argument, both illustrated that very point.

Augusta Longbottom also understood Walburga Black very well, which was why she could pinpoint her weaknesses so precisely and strike back so forcefully.

Compared with Walburga Black's insults, Augusta Longbottom kept a firmer grasp on the key points. She always argued from her own position and avoided irrelevant digressions.

For that very reason, she was able to gradually expose the flaws in Walburga Black's words and thinking, successfully steering the direction of the argument.

By the end of the argument, Walburga Black had become increasingly furious and frustrated, yet had no way to vent it. She could only pull the curtains shut herself, and even Fred and George could not tug them back open.

When Wizet and the others gathered in the dining room, Kreacher finally appeared with a crack, though his bow looked somewhat unwilling.

"Welcome to Number 12, Grimmauld Place..." he said in a low, hoarse voice. "This is the residence of the Black Family..."

"I am Kreacher, the loyal House-elf of the Black Family... What can Kreacher do to help?"

Fred's eyes lit up, and he let out a whistle, excitement evident in his voice. "Oh! It's actually a House-elf!"

"That's right!" George recalled what Kreacher had just said. "This is the Black Family. It'd be strange