Hogwarts: I am Harry's eldest cousin

Ron forgave them because they were his family, but the spider became Ron's greatest fear, an indelible shadow.

"You know, I don't need this."

On the other side, Slytherin, Malfoy pushed back the bag full of gold Galleons that was handed to him.

Malfoy's family is rich, but that doesn't mean Malfoy himself is rich. In fact, the pocket money Lucius gives him every month is not much.

This bag of gold coins is also a considerable sum of money for him.

"But you deserve it."

Dudley grabbed it and put it directly into Malfoy's hands.

Malfoy looked at the purse in his hand, biting his upper lip tightly, as if he wanted to say something, but for some reason he couldn't open his mouth. Just as Dudley was about to leave, he subconsciously blurted out what was in his mind: "Excuse me, I mean can I call you Brother D like Potter? I know that's a name that only your friends can use."

"Of course, aren't we friends?"

Malfoy looked up suddenly and saw Dudley winking at him.

At that moment Malfoy felt that this face that once frightened him so much was no longer so scary.

The way that comes from the heart.

"Okay, Brother D."

Ron has his moments.

Malfoy is actually similar to Ron in nature, and has had no friends since childhood.

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Chapter 72: Misuse of Muggle Artifacts Department

The business of selling experimental equipment did not last long. Just a week later, Dudley received news from Malfoy.

"Dudley, someone has reported you for misusing Muggle items."

It's interesting to say that there is a magical or boring agency in the Ministry of Magic called the Misuse of Muggle Artifacts Department. Hearing the name, many people will subconsciously think that this is an agency that prohibits wizards from using Muggle items.

In fact, it is not. That is just a misunderstanding of the literal meaning. They are mainly responsible for dealing with matters related to wizards casting magic on Muggle objects.

Some wizards are so bored that they cast spells on items used by ordinary people, and then sell these things to ordinary people. This behavior can cause many ordinary people to be injured and seriously violates the International Confederation of Wizards' Statute of Confidentiality.

Ron's father, Arthur Weasley, worked here, confiscating these enchanted things.

But these "fun wizards" are in the minority after all, and most of the time the "Department for the Prevention of the Misuse of Muggle Artifacts" is very idle.

"What? What should we do? Brother D won't be punished, right?"

When Harry heard the news Malfoy brought, he stood up immediately and said with a worried look on his face.

Harry cared more about Dudley's affairs than about his own.

Hermione put down the book in her hand and said calmly: "Don't worry, Harry. There will be no problem."

In fact, the Ministry of Magic does not prohibit any wizard from using Muggle items, but most wizards do not know how to use them and are unwilling to learn, so there are few Muggle items in the wizarding world. These wizards will not attribute the reason to themselves, but subconsciously think that it is the Ministry of Magic that prohibits the use of Muggle items and put the blame on the Ministry of Magic.

Over time, it has become a custom that wizards subconsciously do not use Muggle products. In fact, even if you use them, at most you will be stopped, and it is definitely not against the law.

As Hermione said, there was no problem.

"Yes, Miss Granger is right, nothing will happen to Brother D."

Malfoy said.

When Harry heard Malfoy call Dudley "Brother D", a hint of displeasure flashed across his face, but his attention was quickly diverted.

The previous fight was quite useful. At least the relationship between the two did not deteriorate any further. Of course, they still had some verbal fights sometimes.

"But we may not be able to continue selling those experimental equipment."

Malfoy continued.

However, since someone reported it, the Ministry of Magic would still put on a show, but would not punish him. In addition, Dudley himself was just a young wizard, so he might not even have given a verbal warning.

"What? Why?!" Ron shouted.

He made a small fortune from selling equipment, and was immersed in the state of "I've made a lot of money, I don't know how to spend it". He was planning to use the money to make some things for his home and family, but now he decides not to do it anymore.

You know, before, Ron would lose if he could take out a Sickle from his pocket, let alone a Galleon.

"Who is so hateful?"

Ron said viciously that he had just experienced the joy of having a little money, but it was gone before he could even start to enjoy it.

"Who else could it be? It had to be some stupid Gryffindor."

Malfoy almost spoke through his nose: "Who else would be so boring except them."

The way a few people make money is almost pure profiteering. Naturally, some people will be jealous. No one in Slytherin dares to offend Dudley. Ravenclaw is not that boring. Hufflepuff can only be Gryffin too much.

But Malfoy realized as soon as he finished speaking that there were three Gryffindors present.

Harry didn't care whether it was Gryffindor or Gryffindor Junior. He only knew that someone in this crappy house had bullied his brother, but he didn't know who it was, so he could only sit aside angrily.

Hermione looked indifferent, as if it had nothing to do with her. She had always had a bad relationship with the other young wizards in Gryffindor.

Only Ron looked a little embarrassed; he really considered himself a member of Gryffindor.

"It's okay. If you can't do it, just stop it."

“I don’t plan on doing it often.”

Dali certainly didn't plan to do this for a long time. This kind of business is most likely a one-time deal.

Muggle experimental equipment is not some rare and confidential item, and other Muggle wizards also have channels to get it. He just wants to make some quick money to get through this period of time.

Recently, what Snape teaches has become increasingly difficult and profound.

Even Dudley had to work hard, after all, the cost of materials was too great.

But I can stop doing this business, but I can't stop because of being reported. If I don't give it to you, you can't take it away. Just record this account and we'll take it slowly. Anyway, there are still several years to go.

As an aside, because almost all the young wizards had switched to experimental equipment, Snape had sped up his teaching progress. He finished the first-year curriculum in no time and has now started working on the second-year Potions class.

It can be imagined that the class he teaches will definitely have the highest pass rate in the OWLs Potions exam.

Rolled up.

This is a win-win situation for Dudley and Snape.

When Dali was reselling experimental equipment, he actually had another project.

Still sticking to my old job, writing novels.

Compared to ordinary people, wizards have very few entertainment activities. Apart from a small number of chess games (such as wizard chess), there is also Quidditch.

Otherwise, I can only read newspapers and books, which is very boring.

There are no radio channels, no TV shows or even video games, which is why Quidditch matches are so popular, because that's all you can watch.

Dadley plans to start from here. It is well known that entertainment-related things are the easiest to make money.

The first step is to integrate into the circle of wizards and make a name for yourself.

Novels are the easiest.

As far as Dudley knew, there was a wizard named Lockhart in the wizarding world. He was a famous novelist in the wizarding world. How famous was he? Almost all adult witches in the wizarding world were his fans, and he himself was the holder of the Order of Merlin, third degree.

Although this medal can be obtained through many special channels, such as donating a large sum of Galleons to the Ministry of Magic, it is still quite rare overall. Newt Scamander, a well-known magicozoologist in the wizarding world, was awarded the Order of Merlin, Second Class, for his book "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them".

This time, he has tentatively named his novel "Dragonlance Chronicles", and has already found time to write part of it.

All that remained was to find the right wizarding publisher.

Let these wizards feel the shock of the DND worldview.

Since Dudley was going to stop, no one else would say anything. After all, it was he who got the stuff and came up with the idea. Ron and Malfoy were just doing some publicity and sales.

Malfoy himself is not short of money. Ron is short of money, but he is an open-minded person and easily satisfied. The money in his pocket is enough for him to "squander" for a long time.

Only Harry was still sitting in his chair, muttering to himself that he must find the 'villain' who reported Dudley.

Chapter 73 Witches and Poisons Press

The submission process is not destined to be smooth sailing. Even if you have a good manuscript, it will be in vain if no one is willing to publish it. It is rare to find a mentor, especially for a wizard like Jerry who has no fame in the wizarding world.

Prophet Publishing House explicitly rejected Dudley's request.

Prophet Publishing is a subsidiary of the Daily Prophet and is currently one of the largest publishing houses in the European wizarding world.

Dudley was not surprised by this, after all, the beginning is always the hardest.

Malfoy said he could contact his father and that given his father's status in the wizarding world, this problem would definitely be easy to solve.

But Dudley politely refused. He had never met Lucius and didn't know what kind of person he was. However, through Malfoy's character and some of his deeds, Dudley could probably guess that he could make friends with Malfoy but not with Lucius, unless Draco could become the head of the family.

Definitely not an easy character to get along with.

So he found another person.

"Mr. Dursley, are you saying you're planning to write a book?"

Carlo was a little surprised that Dudley came to see him.

"Yes, Mr. Carlo."

"I hope your Excellency can do me a little favor."

The Carrow family controlled another large publishing house, 'Witch and Poison Press', which was second only to the Prophet Press. The novel by Lockhart was published by this publishing house, and they made a lot of money from it.

"Even if you find me, if the quality is not good enough"

Carlo stopped talking after that.

He was trying to be friendly, but he would not give in when it came to his interests. After graduation, he was going to inherit the Carlo family business.

"Your Excellency may take a look."

Dudley was not angry when he heard this, and gently pushed the written manuscript to Carlo.

Carlo didn't care much at first and flipped through it casually, intending to deal with Dudley. However, he was deeply attracted after reading only a part of the plot.

Dudley was not in a hurry. He took a sip of black tea, then put a small piece of dessert in his mouth and waited quietly for Carlo.

This makes it easy to negotiate because he is very experienced.

As time passed, Carlo's reading speed became slower and slower, and he read almost every paragraph over and over again for a long time.

The world view of DND Western fantasy novel and the rich character descriptions are deeply fascinating.

Fortunately, the manuscript didn't contain much content, and Carlo finished reading it in no time.

"Where's the back?"

Carlo's tone was filled with impatience. He asked Dudley a question and it was obvious that he was fascinated by the show.

"That's all." Dudley spread his hands. "I haven't gotten to that point yet."

"Mr. Carlo, how is it?"

Carlo's expression became serious: "The book is very good, but..."

I have said a lot, but it can be summed up in two words - price reduction.

A common tactic of publishing houses.

I have to say that Carlo has a very sharp vision. He can see the huge commercial value of "Dragonlance Chronicles" at a glance.

Once he becomes famous, he might be the next Lockhart.

No! Even above him!

"I heard that the Quibbler Press is not bad. If you think it's not good enough, I think I can try my luck there."

Dudley was in no hurry.

The art of negotiation lies in who has the final say.

Dudley is muscular, but he is more than just muscular.