George raised an eyebrow:
"Well, since that's the case, I'll just stick to Imprinting illusions."
Unhesitatingly, he turned and intended to leave the magic acceleration class.
From the shop and the witch's attire, he had already roughly judged that this guy must be quite short on money, and the shop's profitability was also very poor.
It's also understandable that such a magic acceleration class usually only attracts students during the summer, and can only deceive some inexperienced or foolish adult witches during the regular school year.
But these witches with not-so-good brains are also limited. Even if they sign up, they will choose some larger magic training classes. To recruit students for such small magic acceleration classes is not easy.
That's why they are more likely to agree to do things that larger magic training schools wouldn't.
So he's not really leaving, but just playing with the other party.
To achieve this, he even specially displayed the bag filled with gold galleons on his waist when he turned around.
"Please hold on, this student!"
It seems that she saw the bulging bag on George's waist and used a Shadow Step to disappear on the spot, then appeared directly in front of him, blocking his path.
"Student, in fact, it's not impossible to negotiate either. It's just that the cost may be higher!"
She hasn't had any business for two months, and if she doesn't open up soon, she won't be able to afford the shop rent.
Moreover, according to her experience over the past few years, even during the peak season, she wouldn't be able to attract more than a few students with her small storefront.
If the money this student offers is more than what she earns in an entire summer, then the risk isn't something she can't take.
"Don't you worry about getting caught and fined?"
George looked at the witch and a strange expression appeared on his face.
He didn't expect that the witch's Shadow Step was used so well.
You see, even though it's the same Shadow Step spell, the difference in performance between witches of different strengths can be significant.
Firstly, the distance. The most advanced witches can use Shadow Step across countries, for example, like Dumbledore.
And an extremely small number of witches can do it across cities.
Most cannot even cross cities; they can only use Shadow Step within a single city, and beyond that, it won't work.
However, this isn't actually a big problem because, as long as you use it more often, using it a hundred times or so, you can still cross countries. However, your body will get tired.
Normally, witches without sadistic tendencies won't do that.
Secondly, there's the time it takes to cast the Shadow Step spell.
Generally, witches casting the Shadow Step spell need about two or three seconds.
If you're in battle, you'll definitely be hit by spells several times before you can move.
So the level of a normal witch's Shadow Step ability is only suitable for traveling and journeys, not for use in combat.
While some strong witches can shorten the time it takes to cast the Shadow Step spell to one second, allowing them to use it to dodge magical attacks and counterattack.
Just like in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, when Newt was fighting Gellert Grindelwald, he would often use Shadow Step.
And it's obvious that the witch, who appeared to be of modest power, disappeared from her spot and appeared in front of him in less than a second. She was definitely a master of Shadow Step.
"I have a way to avoid fines, but the tuition fee is 100 gold galleons."
However, I'll say it in advance. If you give up because of the fear of the pain of splitting apart, the tuition won't be refunded!"
The witch asked for an exorbitant amount, declaring.
"And you can rest assured, I was once an Auror in the Ministry of Magic, and I have no problem teaching."
"One hundred gold galleons? Sure, as long as you can teach me Shadow Step by the end of this summer, not a single galleon will be short!"
Upon hearing that the witch had once been an Auror, George's eyes lit up immediately. He took out the bag at his waist, revealing the shiny gold galleons inside.
George wasn't afraid of being deceived by the witch, but he was afraid that the witch's Shadow Step level wouldn't be enough to teach him.
He's not really a weak first-year witch as described, with his current strength, if he fully unleashes his power, he could probably beat Dumbledore, albeit without the enhancements from an exemplary magic wand in the world of Fairy Tail.
But there's no problem in fighting ordinary witches; even against a high-level expert like Snape, there's a good chance of winning in a direct confrontation.
You see, he not only has magic from the Harry Potter world, but also has almost fully developed superpowers and magic from the world of Fairy Tail, as well as abnormal physical abilities far beyond those of normal witches.
If the witch dares to deceive him, he can make her disappear silently in this world, just like his foster father at the beginning.
And just now, the witch proved with her abilities that she is indeed a capable witch, skilled in the use of Shadow Step.
It's just unknown why someone who was once an Auror would end up like this.
"Deal. You need to prepare and talk it over with your family. We'll be leaving for Paris, France, tomorrow!"
The witch saw those shiny gold galleons and her mouth watered.
George was taken aback upon hearing this:
"What did you say? To France, Paris?"
"That's right, the French Ministry of Magic doesn't have such strict requirements for Shadow Step. If caught, it would just be a warning."
"In fact, if we were to consider the freedom aspect, America would be a better choice. Unfortunately, it's quite far away, and the cost of travel and expenses is too high."
The witch explained.
From London to Paris, it only costs 15 silver scars for one person to go and report at the Ministry of Magic and get a door key, but if one goes to New York, it would cost one gold galleon per person.
The key point is that she is more familiar with Paris, having executed missions there before and having acquaintances who can provide free accommodation. She doesn't know New York well.
"All right, then we'll leave tomorrow."
"However, since I don't have a family, I don't need to report."
George nodded.
Since Paris is more lenient, studying there is a good idea as well. It's also a chance to explore the magical street of Paris, which is said to be bigger than Diagon Alley.
Perhaps you can find some rare magical books.
"Oh, my name is George."
"You can call me Amy."
The witch extended her white and delicate hand:
"You need to pay a deposit of twenty gold galleons first. After you have learned Shadow Step, you can pay the remaining eighty galleons."
"No problem."
George took out twenty gold galleons and placed them in Amy's hand.
Having set the time and location for tomorrow's departure, he left the small shop.
After George left, the witch murmured:
"How rich orphans are nowadays. He looks familiar to me, though."
Thought for a while, couldn't figure out who it was, realized that he might have been thinking too much, and didn't pay too much attention to it.
"Hahaha, finally, I've got money. Tonight, I'll let loose and drink!"
Feeling the weight of the gold galleons in her hand, Amy closed the door directly and walked over to the Broken Pot Pub, humming a little tune.
At least, she won't miss having a drink for the time being.
