HP's Adagio Minor

Edgar Barodis is the youngest son of the old Barodis. He graduated from Durmstrang. The long-term boarding life made him not choose to live with his parents like his elder brother. His wife and daughter live alone in a manor on an island in the Baltic Sea. The life of a family of three is very simple.

The reason for this is, on the one hand, to manage the industry in the Gulf of Riga, and on the other hand, it is also because he is not used to performing complicated greeting etiquette.In fact, he felt that some hypocritical politeness was not only pedantic, but also a waste of time, especially for a descendant of a former dark magic family like him, it was even more inexplicably ironic.

The Barodis family used to be a well-known black magic family in Eastern Europe. In order to protect themselves in the dark age of Grindelwald, they had to abandon the family's reputation and chose to live in seclusion in their hometown of Latvia.This seclusion lasted for more than 40 years. During this period, the family experienced the decline of the family, the coercion of the Death Eaters, and the seizure and resistance of the Ministry of Magic after the death of the mysterious person. In the worst period, the family was on the verge of bankruptcy.Although the situation has improved in recent years, the Barodis family is not keen on socializing, and the new nobles in the magic world have never even heard of the name of Silver Axe Barodis, all of which make this ancient The family was in embarrassment.

September

On a pleasant afternoon, warm sunlight shines into the elegantly furnished living room.

The round table by the floor-to-ceiling window is covered with a white lace tablecloth decorated with beads, and the hostess’ favorite champagne rose is newly inserted in the center. The delicate bone china tea set, sugar bowl and three-tier snack stand are arranged in a patchwork pattern around the flower arrangement. The enchanted violin in the corner has a melodious sound, playing melodious and moving music.

The elf Yuri adjusted the angle between the teaspoon and the teacup to 45 degrees, and then asked carefully: "Mistress, should you prepare Earl Gray tea?" After getting permission, a freshly brewed teapot appeared in Yuri's hand And the milk jug, knowing the owner's preference, it disappeared with a "snap" after placing the teapot and milk on the table.

Sunderland Barodis elegantly poured milk and black tea into the cup, stirring gently with a teaspoon.At this time, there was a knock on the door, and a soft voice asked, "Mom, can I come in?"

"Of course, dear."

Lola opened the door lightly. She looked a little tired after finishing her day's study, but she was refreshed immediately after seeing the snacks on the table.She smiled and sat next to her mother, watching her make her own milk tea—a combination of a lot of milk and a little tea plus two sugars.

Lola took a sip from the teacup, reached for a piece of chocolate puff, and said while eating, "Mom, why do I need to learn German? I think English and Russian are enough to understand the books at home."

"My dear, it is useful to learn more. Knowledge will help you when you don't expect it." Seeing her daughter depressed, Mrs. Barodis felt hurt in her eyes, but who is not like this among the children of aristocratic families? so-so.

"Eating so many sweets is not good for your teeth."

"No, look!" Lola showed her rice grain-like baby teeth to her mother, holding the strawberry fruit tart firmly in her hands.Seeing this, Mrs. Barodis smiled and shook her head. It will be a long time before her daughter becomes a real lady.

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Before dinner, Lola received a letter—from her grandparents’ family in Denmark. There was a shining card in the envelope besides the letter paper. Lola first unfolded the letter paper, and the contents were as follows:

[Letter from Sally Ann Toning Poxen to Lola Barodis, September 1987, 9]

Dear Lola,

Please forgive me for taking so long to write to you. The Spanish owl refuses to deliver my letter because it is not used to the cold?So I can only write when I get home.

As you can see, I went to Valencia after the spring party.At first, I didn't think it was so good there. There were so many people in my grandfather's family that I couldn't remember their names, and I almost made a fool of myself several times.In the next six months, I gradually fell in love with it. You know, there are many magical animals and plants in Valencia that I have never seen before. I am very interested in it!Also, Merlin, the food here is so delicious!Seafood risotto, chickpea stew... In contrast, there are only bread and potatoes at home, which is really unappetizing.

Valencia is very warm. I really like to bask in the sun by the sea. Of course, I am still afraid of the water. It would be great if I could learn to swim.

PS: I let the elf at home learn a few Spanish dishes, waiting for you to taste them next time.In addition, the invitation letter for this year's Ice Sea Festival has also been sent to you. I hope you can come.

Yours sincerely,

Sally Ann

Lola took out the invitation letter. On the shiny silver card was a graceful swan—the emblem of the Poxon family—and there was a line of small words at the bottom: "Welcome to—Fairuil Town? Faroe Islands." -10.10.1987'.

Lola learned from her mother that the "Ice Sea Festival" is a grand event jointly organized by dozens of magic families in Denmark, Norway and other regions.It is said that at first it was to seek asylum from Egil, the god of the wild sea, but now it has been transformed into a gathering to show family wealth and aristocratic communication.Among them, an ancient tradition is preserved—the Egil Song Festival, that is, to attract murlocs through singing, and the family that attracts more people will have the priority to enter the sea in the coming year.

"Priority of access to the sea is..."

"I know this. The book says that the right of priority to enter the sea refers to the right to be the first to select the divided area when fishing for enchanted creatures in the ocean." But in fact, the areas where various magical fish and shellfish are active change every year. It's still luck.

"That's right," Mrs. Barodis nodded approvingly. "At that time, this invitation letter will become a port key, which can directly transport people to their destination."

"So, can I go?" Lola asked expectantly.

"I'm afraid not, you are too young to go to such a cold place."

"Sallyanne is only a year older than me," Lola muttered softly, "she can go."

"Your magic power has not yet awakened, so it's not safe to use the Portkey rashly." Mrs. Barodis sighed softly as she saw her daughter's disappointed look.

Most wizards will awaken their magic power at an early age. The earlier the awakening time, the higher the talent of the wizard. Generally, pure blood wizards from noble families will awaken between one and three years old, and the latest will not exceed five years old. .But Lola is already six years old this year, but she has not shown signs of awakening at all. This makes Mrs. Barodis a little anxious. She and her husband are both pure-blooded, and her daughter's talent should not be weak.

In order to protect her daughter's self-esteem, Mrs. Barodis rarely mentioned these things in front of relatives, and rarely took her daughter to social tea parties.But as time goes by, anxiety is always shrouded in my heart, what if, what if my daughter is a squib?

"Mom?" Lola was sensitive to her mother's anxiety.

"It's nothing, my dear." Mrs. Barodis touched her daughter's head, and secretly warned herself not to think wildly, then adjusted her mood, and smiled softly, "It's almost time, let's go to dinner."

"Where's Dad?"

"Daddy can't have dinner with us today."

"I haven't seen him for a long time."

"Dad is busy with work recently, will Lola understand him?"

"Well, I will..."

……

After the meal, Lola lay down on the desk in her room to write a reply. Although she could understand the content of the letter, it was still quite laborious to write.After wasting several sheets of letter paper, Lola finally put down her pen with satisfaction, handed the letter to the owl of the Poxon family, and watched its figure disappear into the night.

[Letter from Lola Barodis to Sally Ann Toning Poxon, September 1987, 9]

Dear Sally Ann,

What a pleasure to hear from you, I am so envious of your life in Valencia!

In the past six months, except for reading at home every day, I have hardly gone out, of course, family gatherings are not counted.Recently I started to learn German, although I don't know what's the use of learning it, but I'm still trying to learn it.The pronunciation of German is very strange, but in terms of grammar and writing, I think it is not too difficult compared with Russian.

Another pity is that I may not be able to come to the Ice Sea Festival this year. My mother said that I am still too young and there is no sign of awakening my magic power.Merlin, I don't know when I will be able to make the cup fly over by itself with a wave of your hand like you, it must be an amazing feeling!

P.S. Mom said she was at the "Egil Sing" when she was a kid too, and I'm guessing you'll be representing the Poxen family too, good luck!

Yours sincerely,

Lola