Fortunately, Dumbledore said he could answer some questions on it too. Gemini decisively gave him the activation method. Nicolas Flamel needed him to contact anyway. Tossed it aside and stopped caring.
After all the fuss, the Daoist sect had the least stuff for Gemini to bring. Combined, not even as big as Dumbledore's package pile. Gemini flipped through—just tech data and mechanical structures. Gemini didn't understand these much. Just packed them up. Put them in an Undetectable Extension Charm bag. Decided to go to the Ministry and ask about international travel procedures.
The moon was already overhead. Gemini covered her mouth and yawned. "It's late. I'll head back first."
Dumbledore summoned Fawkes. "Let Fawkes take you. Walking out then Apparating is quite far."
Gemini had no objections. Just as she was about to leave, Snape came out of the tent. Though still pale, his eyes showed light. Looked more alive than before.
"Can I come see Harry with you?" Snape asked awkwardly.
Gemini smiled. "Of course. You're my teacher, after all. Though I only studied with your portrait for a while. If you're willing to continue guiding me, that'd be even better."
Snape had no confusion about the portrait mention. Looks like he really never thought about living peacefully. Gemini subtly gave Dumbledore a look. After getting his response, both grabbed Fawkes's tail feathers. A flash of fire—they vanished.
Dumbledore started thinking. How to make Snape find motivation to live? Maybe this hope lay with little Harry.
Gemini and Snape appeared in the living room of Number 4 Privet Drive. Gemini landed and started calling. "Coby! Take Professor Snape to see little Harry. Be quiet. Don't wake them. I don't want to coax kids in the middle of the night!"
After speaking, Gemini nodded apologetically at Snape. "Sorry, today was really exhausting. You go with Coby. I have to clean myself up. After all, fought in the Forbidden Forest."
Snape nodded briefly. Followed the elf who kept looking at him strangely upstairs.
"Actually the living Mr. Snape! Time is really interesting!" Coby couldn't help muttering. "Mr. Snape in person looks much younger than the portrait! Of course! After all, Mr. Snape is originally very young now!"
"You know me?" Snape finally couldn't help asking.
"Of course. Mr. Snape's portrait is with Miss Gemini. You're Miss Gemini's teacher!" Coby said matter-of-factly.
Snape nodded. Looks like Gemini wasn't exaggerating. To be recognized by himself, even just a portrait's recognition—looks like she really had talent in Potions. Could indeed consider taking a student.
Following the elf quietly into a children's room. No big bed like a bedroom. Just a child's bed surrounded by wooden railings. Inside, two children sprawled out, sleeping soundly.
Snape carefully approached. Recognized Harry at one glance. Except for hair color, that face shape, that mouth and nose—a miniature James Potter!
Snape couldn't help showing a disgusted expression. Snorted lightly.
Harry seemed to sense the malice. Immediately opened his eyes. Looked blankly at the dark mass by his bed.
Snape's breath caught. The eyes were Lily's. Bright green almond eyes looked at him hazily. Just like Lily back then.
Harry wasn't fully awake. Yawned delicately. Rubbed his eyes. Rolled over. Flopped onto his cousin's stomach. Kept sleeping.
Snape involuntarily showed a smile. But immediately put on a serious face the next second. Looks like this brat wasn't completely worthless. At least bold enough. Not shy!
After looking, Snape quietly turned and left. After carefully closing the door, saw Gemini at the stairs.
Nodded at Gemini. "I have some notebooks I've never shown anyone. If you haven't seen them, I can let you look." Snape said quietly.
Gemini's eyes lit up instantly. "Of course! You told me about these notebooks before. But when I searched, couldn't find them. Seems they were destroyed in the Battle of Hogwarts!"
Snape nodded. "I'll send them when I get back. Also, I checked—his constitution is fine. But hasn't drunk any nutritional potions. Children should still supplement. I'll have owls deliver them regularly."
Gemini hesitated. Asked: "Can Muggle children drink them? I don't want Harry to think he's special. That'll spoil him."
Snape's mind immediately recalled the last spoiled Potter. His face darkened. "I'll brew potions suitable for them! Send them by owl regularly! No—owls aren't suitable. I'll personally deliver them on holiday nights! Never let him think he's special!"
After speaking, Snape angrily swept his robes downstairs. Only after leaving did he Apparate away.
Gemini pursed her lips. Really tsundere.
Next morning, Gemini gave Coby a large bottle of Polyjuice Potion plus a lock of her hair. Had Coby take the kids out during the day. Can't always stay cooped up at home. Then arranged shop affairs. Gemini went to the Ministry.
Asked the Department of Magical Transportation. The British Ministry and Eastern wizards didn't have deep connections. To travel there, could only go through Muggle means. Then register at specific departments. Only then could one move relatively freely in China.
Gemini nodded understanding. Took out some Galleons. Asked Transportation to help get Muggle travel documents. She really had no way to get those herself.
Transportation people were quite skilled at this business. Immediately set a departure time with Gemini. Those documents, passport, plane tickets—everything would be delivered by owl at the agreed time.
Left the shop address. Gemini went straight to the shop. Traveling by Muggle means would take who knows how many days. Three house-elves at home wasn't enough. Gemini had to discuss with Molly.
Learning Gemini needed to go abroad, Molly warmly said she'd come check after work. Gemini said she wanted to hire Molly with overtime pay to live at Privet Drive after work. Could bring kids, of course. She'd already bought Number 5. Now renovated. Housing this family was no problem.
Molly was still declining the overtime pay. Felt just helping watch kids—the child was even her friend's child—didn't need payment. But Gemini firmly decided. Overtime pay too. She could also command the elves. Just while Gemini was away, she needed to live at Privet Drive with the kids.
After discussing, just waited for the owl.
The Magical Transportation Department's efficiency was good. In a few days, all documents arrived in Gemini's hands. Plus a Ministry certificate. Said after arriving in China, give this certificate to their fixed department.
Gemini put away the certificate. Kept looking through. Transportation people were really thoughtful. The materials also included a parchment map. Kept demonstrating with red lines the route from airport to the registration office. Looking at the Chinese she knew—"Related Department"—what a perfunctory name.
Instructed Coby to lead Dobby and Flicker well. Emphasized again not to casually tell the Weasley kids about the future. Gemini left with a suitcase.
Summoned the Knight Bus at the corner. Gemini dragged her luggage onto a chair. Skillfully fixed the chair to the floor. Sat steadily until the airport.
After a series of ticket checks and security, Gemini finally boarded. Transportation people were tactful—arranged first class for Gemini. Much more comfortable.
After over ten hours of flying, finally arrived at China's Northern City at dawn. Gemini got off with luggage. Hid in a corner and concealed herself. Then took out her broom. Following the parchment map's guidance, flew toward the Related Department.
To prevent hitting something she shouldn't, Gemini kept low-altitude flying. Didn't dare fly too high. What if detected by radar? Couldn't explain then.
Flying speed was still fast. Finally at dawn, Gemini landed in front of the Related Department's courtyard.
Gemini reached in her bag and fumbled. Finally pulled out a fruit she'd eaten before. Frowned and ate it. At least not blind now.
The courtyard gate was tightly closed. Gemini looked at the sky. Didn't know whether to knock or wait for business hours.
While hesitating, the courtyard gate opened. A middle-aged Daoist in robes walked out. Looked at Gemini. "Huh? A foreigner here? Can you understand Chinese?"
Gemini quickly nodded. Took out the Ministry certificate. "I'm here to travel. The Ministry told me to register here first. But I saw the door wasn't open. Was hesitating whether to come back during the day."
The Daoist took the certificate. Looked through it. Scratched his head. "Your Chinese is really good. Just I can't read this thing. Follow me in. I'll find someone who can read it!"
Gemini had no objections. Followed the middle-aged Daoist into the courtyard.
The Daoist arranged Gemini in a small room. Used an enamel cup printed with red peonies to pour her hot water. Then left with the certificate.
Soon, a young Daoist rushed in urgently. Clutching the certificate. Verified with Gemini herself. Gave Gemini a certificate written in Chinese. Then said that was it. She could travel around non-confidential places in China. Except self-defense, couldn't use magic on mortals. Even for self-defense, couldn't take lives. Also gave Gemini a phone book. Listed Related Department contact points in various places. No matter which city, if there were problems, could find people on this phone for help. Premise—one thing. Don't break the law. Otherwise would be deported. As for deported alive or dead—depended on what she did.
Gemini swallowed. Nodded saying she was a law-abiding good youth! Absolutely wouldn't do illegal things!
After getting the certificate, Gemini started worrying. Who should she give these things to?
Sitting on the courtyard steps, Gemini propped her chin. Watched the gradually brightening sky. If given to someone without enough authority, wouldn't that be wasted? If given to the wrong person, wouldn't that be aiding the enemy? Heard this time China had many spies.
But giving to those leaders with enough authority—how could she qualify to meet them? Just patted her chest saying absolutely wouldn't break the law! Every method she had to directly meet leaders—not one was legal!
"Sigh." Gemini sighed helplessly. The Daoist sect really gave a huge problem.
"Little girl? Didn't you finish your procedures? Why still here?" The middle-aged Daoist who brought Gemini in heard the sigh. Walked over curiously.
Gemini looked at the Daoist glumly. Wait—Daoist?
Gemini suddenly looked up. Carefully examined the Daoist before her. If the hair turned white, plus some white beard! Plus some wrinkles!
That's right! It's you! Sun Aihua!
Gemini was almost crying with joy! What's this called? Finding it without effort!
"Sun Aihua?!" Gemini called out the Daoist's name in delight.
Sun Aihua scratched his head. "Huh? How do you know my name? Little Wang told you?"
"From Mount Laojun? Second in rank?" Gemini didn't care what he said. Quickly asked.
Sun Aihua's expression changed. "How do you know! Why does Little Wang say everything?!"
"Did your brother's family just have a son!" Gemini quickly asked again.
Sun Aihua's eyes could be described as vigilant. His hand silently reached behind. Ready to act anytime!
Excited Gemini finally saw his movement. Quickly waved her hands. "Don't attack! Can you find a quiet, safe place? I was entrusted to bring you things!"
The vigilance in Sun Aihua's eyes didn't disappear. Just lowered his hand. Held it to his lips. Lips moved slightly.
Next moment, the entire courtyard was surrounded by various Daoists. Swords in their hands flashed coldly in the rising sun.
"Follow me. This room will do. I guarantee this room, including this courtyard—not even a mosquito can fly out." Sun Aihua led Gemini into a room. Indicated she could speak.
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