Nicolas Flamel and Perenelle

As Dumbledore spoke the address, Li Wei and Hermione, now privy to the secret, watched in astonishment as an exquisite villa squeezed itself into existence out of thin air.

Only moments ago, there had been absolutely nothing there!

"Come on. Nicolas Flamel and Perenelle live in seclusion here!"

Dumbledore said as he led the way. He had visited this place countless times and was already thoroughly familiar with it.

Li Wei and Hermione followed Dumbledore to the front door. Before the three of them could knock, a neatly groomed House-elf in a proper formal outfit opened the door, bowed to them, and welcomed them.

"Welcome! Welcome, Headmaster Dumbledore!"

"On behalf of my masters, Mr. Nicolas Flamel and Madam Perenelle, I welcome Mr. Lee Wickens and Miss Hermione Granger. Welcome to you both!"

"Please, come in! I am my masters' House-elf, Loul!"

Headmaster Dumbledore clearly knew the House-elf. He nodded and exchanged pleasantries with a smile.

"Sorry for the trouble, Loul! How has Nicolas been lately? How is Petty's health?"

"Thank you for your concern. My masters are both in good health," Loul replied with impeccable courtesy, raising a hand to guide them onward. "Please follow me. My masters have been waiting for the three of you for quite some time!"

Li Wei and Hermione followed Headmaster Dumbledore into the villa, secretly looking around with curious eyes at the secluded residence of Nicolas Flamel, the legendary Alchemist.

Upon entering, they found no trace of an Alchemy laboratory, since this was meant to serve as a place for tutoring. However, the interior had clearly been expanded with the Undetectable Extension Charm, making it seem far larger than the villa's exterior could possibly contain.

Inside the entrance hall, Nicolas Flamel and Perenelle, two pale elderly figures, had arrived at the door early to