Although the twins argued their case passionately, claiming the timeframe was too short.
Still, as the contractors, they could not overpower Vaughan, the client.
What Vaughan truly hoped for was that the twins could devise a way to replace electricity with magic.
However, that project was rather complicated, and it would likely be difficult to produce results in a short time. Vaughan was also unsure whether the twins, with their restless temperaments, could endure the loneliness of it.
The reason he had them modify cameras for now was that he hoped these Muggle products, rarely seen in the wizarding world, would hold their interest.
So far, it seemed to be working well.
After hearing their progress report and assigning their new task, Vaughan did not let the twins leave. Instead, he kept them there, frowning as he deliberated.
His pensive expression made the twins exchange looks and meaningful glances.
After considering it for a moment, he asked, "Can I ask you a question? It may be rather difficult to answer. Just tell me whatever comes to mind."
The twins immediately cried out:
"Difficult to answer? Do brothers need to use the word 'difficult'... Oh no!"
"You guessed right, George. It must be about money!"
"Merlin, even if we decide to give him half of the Weasley enterprise, will that still not satisfy his greedy appetite?"
"What?" Fred was shocked. "Give him half of the Weasley enterprise? When did we decide that? What right do you have to make that decision?"
"What right? Of course, because—"
The twins suddenly burst out laughing and said in unison, "Because he's our benefactor!"
Then they looked at Vaughan expectantly.
Vaughan remained impassive. "Are you done acting?"
"...Why aren't you excited at all?"
"Exactly! We thought for ages before coming up with such a reasonable