14 Dragons and Yule Ball

Slytherin dormitory.

Ray and Astoria heard a lot of screams when they opened the door:

"CONGRATULATIONS !!!"

Everyone was happy and celebrated.  Ray was not opposed and even brought a large barrel of wine from his room.

Fleur did not go with them.  She needed to be in Beauxbaton's carriage.  She is still a student of this school ...

"You keep celebrating, Astoria and I will go to sleep."  Ray said with a smile.

"Let's have fun all night !!!"  Shouted the seventh year student.

"YEEES !!"  supported him.

 _____

* Opens the door *

"Congratulations, darling."  said Bella.

"Nnn. It was obvious."  said Daphne.

Cissi just nodded.

"Hello girls. Have you already decided how to get into the gringotts?" Ray asked, sitting down in a chair.

"Yes. We learned that goblins hold a holy tournament during Yule. Only goblin-slaves or gringotts bank workers are guarding vaults."  said Daphne.

"It's amazing that you found this information. The goblins are very secretive and keep their secrets."  said Astoria.

"What about other things?" Ray asked.

"We have already collected many plants. Now only the rarest are left." Answered Bella.

"Of all the information we found. The largest number of rare plants is in magical China. There wizards call themselves cultivators and are divided into clans. They have very developed Alchemy, but they do not reveal their secrets."  said Narcissa.

"We already have a goal. The clan is Zhao. They are one of the big three. The big three are the three clans with the greatest power."  said Bella.

"Are you sure you can handle it? It seems to me that there must be very powerful wizards in such clans. Perhaps there are old men there equal in strength to Dumbledore."  asked Ray.

"We have already prepared a plan. We will use a huge formation that will create a massive illusion. It will hide our presence for exactly 40 minutes. During this time, we will find the treasury and empty it."  said Daphne.

"Are you sure about this? What if you don't have enough energy to maintain such a formation?" Ray asked.

"We prepared 6 source stones. These are used to create an altar - the heart of a magic house. It was very difficult to obtain them. 1 such stone costs 20,000,000 galleons. Thanks to this stone alone, you can create your own magical manor and become a noble wizard."  answered Narcissa.

"Nnn. Good. If you run into trouble, teleport to Avalon right away." Ray said.

"Have you decided what you will do in the first test?" Narcissa asked.

"Yes. I'll just take the dragon and declare it my trophy. Although we don't need it, let it live on the island of Peverell." Ray answered.

"We could send him to Avalon."  said Bella.

"These are inferior dragons. They are not even dragons, but wyverns." Ray said.

"Wait, wait. Shouldn't there be a Yule Ball during the tournament. Can't you come?" Astoria asked.

"No. At this time, we will infiltrate the gringotts." Answered Daphne.

"We can hold our ball on Avalon. Do not be discouraged. I do not want to go there. But the champions are dancing the first dance. I will accompany Fleur and Astoria."  said Ray.

"We must prepare the best dresses for Fleur and Astoria," Narcissa said joyfully.

Among all the girls, Narcissa was most fond of creating new outfits.

"Thank you, Cissi." Hugging Narcissa, Astoria said.

"Hehe. Everything is for you."  stroking Astoria's head, Narcissa answered.

 _____

Morning.  Great hall.

"Good morning, Fleur."  said Ray and Astoria.

"Good morning."  Fleur smiled.

"Has Gabrielle already written the answer?" Asked Astoria.

"Yes, she wrote that she was allowed to come after the winter holidays."  Fleur answered.

"That's wonderful. I want to see her soon." Said Astoria.

At that moment, Harry and Hermione sat next to them.

"Ron thinks that Harry himself threw the parchment with his name into the Goblet of Fire." Said Hermione.

"No wonder. Ron Weasley, by his existence, simply personifies the sin of envy." Said Ray.

"But then again, many people have shown their true colors."  said Astoria.

Harry nodded.

"Yes. Now I see with whom in the future it will be possible to enter into alliances."  answered Harry.

"Already thinking like a Lord. Well done."  Ray praised him.

"Do you know what the first test will be?" Asked Harry.

"Dragons."  answered Ray.

"Are you kidding? How can an ordinary schoolboy kill a dragon?"  surprised Harry.

"You will not need to kill him. Most likely the dragon will protect something. That is what will need to be stolen from him."  said Fleur.

"Fleur is right. In the last tournament, it was necessary to capture the Basilisk. In the year before, it was Manticore. You do not need to kill these animals, but this does not reduce the risk."  said Hermione.

"Well, I think you will come up with a plan."  said Astoria.

"The Dragons have a great scent."  said Ray.

"Right! Harry, faster. We need to go to the library!" Hermione jumped in.

"Thanks for the help."  said Harry and ran after Hermione.

Ray turned his head toward Fleur.

"Now we will begin your training."

 ______

<Room of requirement>

"So you're dragons. Well, I'm not surprised. And that doesn't matter." Fleur said smiling.

"Now I understand why Gabrielle and I got these tattoos."  said fleur.

"Wait.Already appeared?" Astoria asked.

"Yes. After the Quidditch World Championship, Gabrielle and I felt a fever on my chest, after which tattoos appeared there."  Fleur nodded.

"It's very fast. Is it because you are Veelas?" Ray asked.

"Most likely. The Veelas also marked their partners. And we are confident in our feelings. Veela cannot be forced to love, it can be enslaved. But forced to love .... no, it's impossible."  Fleur said and began to take off her clothes.

"Pervert! Libertine! What are you doing!?"  Astoria began to scream.

"How what? I want Ray to mark me. I will kill myself if he doesn't accept me."  said Fleur.

"But this is blatant blackmail! The girls and I waited for years to mark us." Said Astoria.

Ray hugged her and whispered:

"But I marked you. It's just that you have a different nature, so it took more time. Although I told Fleur that we need to get to know each other better, it's just an excuse. A tattoo cannot appear just like that, you know it yourself."

Astoria nodded.

"I'm not jealous, it's just a little sad for us that it took so long. And Fleur and Gabrielle already got tattoos. Even Narcissa doesn't have one yet."

Ray sat on the sofa and laid Astoria's head on his lap.

"Fleur, sit next to me, I will mark you." Said Ray.

Fleur sat next to Ray and laid bare her chest.

Ray leaned over and bit her.

The tattoo has changed.  Now it is a black dragon embracing a pink heart with its wings.

* Exhale *

"Now I feel our souls are bound."  said Fleur softly and leaned forward for a kiss.

Ray kissed her.

"Fleur. I can make you a dragon. But I don't know what kind of dragon you will be," Ray said after they separated.

"Do it."  she said.

Ray nodded and bit his tongue.

A golden light began to appear in his mouth.  Leaning down, he kissed Fleur and handed her the blood.

Ray learned to suppress all pain, now his wives will be reborn into dragons painlessly.

Fleur passed out.  Ray hugged her and began to fall asleep.

Astoria has long fallen asleep.  When she lies on Ray's knees, she immediately falls asleep.

 _____

7 hours later.

"Is it morning already?" Astoria yawned, rubbing her eyes.

"Mmm. You woke up."  Stroking her cheek, Ray said gently.

"Yes. I like sleeping on your lap so much."  Astoria said with a smile.

Fleur also began to move.

Ray and Astoria began to look at Fleur.  There were no major changes. She had long blonde hair, bright blue eyes.  But she felt even more beautiful, as if her aura had completely changed.

Fleur got up from the couch.

"I feel something."  she said.

* Clap *

Huge white wings appeared from her back.  Her wings were like angel wings.

"Mmm. You have them white and with feathers."  Nodding, Astoria said.

[Most likely, her dragon appearance will be like that of Grandina and Albion.  ] Ray thought.

"Fleur. Get dressed. You don't want me to eat you?" Ray asked with a smile.

Fleur looked at herself.  She was wearing only panties.  She was a little embarrassed, and began to dress.

"You are my husband. And you can look at me ... and not only look ..." she said quietly.

"When will you eat me!?"  pressing at Ray's cheek, Astoria asked.

"In the next world, my dear. We have a lot to do now." Ray said.

Astoria puffed out her cheeks, but nodded.

[How sweet she is.] Ray thought and kissed her on the cheek.

"hehehe."  Astoria laughed happily.

"Next world?" Fleur asked, sitting down beside her.

"Right." Ray said, and kissed her forehead, passing knowledge.

"Incredible. So that's why you said there would be no turning back." Fleur said in surprise.

"Yes. So what do you say? You have to leave your parents."  said Ray.

"It doesn't change anything. I would have left the family anyway, just like Gabrielle."  said fleur.

"We will give your parents a farewell gift. A potion of my blood. With it, you can stay young and live 1000 years." Said Ray.

Fleur nodded and laid her head on Ray's shoulder.

 _____

Ray and Astoria coached Fleur.  She has achieved tremendous success.

Fleur herself was a talented witch, but becoming a dragon her talent has increased many times.

Harry and his future wives spent most of their time in the library or in the chamber of secret.

There were people who did not like that he became a champion.  But most supported him.

All the same, unlike the canon, Harry was friends not only with Hermione and Ron.

Ray made plans. Voldemort must be resurrected.  Having this enemy will allow Harry to become a leader.  Therefore, Ray will not change these events.

Although they will leave this world.  But the girls did not want the magic in him to disappear.  And for this you need a strong leader.

Malfoy made the <Potter - Stinky> badges.  But few wore them.

 _____

One day, Ray and Fleur were invited to give an interview to the <Daily Prophet> and undergo a wand weighing ceremony.

Approaching one of the abandoned classes, they opened the door.

Most tables are shifted to the end, forming an empty space in the center.  Three are made together in front of the board and covered with a long velvet tablecloth.  Behind them are five armchairs. Ludo sits in one, talking with an unfamiliar witch in a scarlet mantle.

Ray realized who this woman was.

Looking around he saw Krum, but Harry was not there.

"Mr. Peverell and Fleur Delacour. Don't worry, this is just a magic wand verification ceremony. The other judges will come in."  Ludo Bagman said joyfully.

"Wand verification ?"  asked Fleur.

"It is necessary to check in what condition they are, whether there are breakdowns. This is your main tool in the competition. The specialist in this field is now upstairs with the director. After the ceremony you will be photographed.

Meet Rita Skeeter.  She's doing a little article about the Tournament for the <Daily Prophet>." Said Bagman.

"Not so small, Ludo."  Rita said, looking at Ray.

"Can I interview Mr. Peverell before the ceremony?" Rita asked.

"Of course you can!" Shouted Bagman.

Ray gave him a cold look.

"Since when, you became my secretary."

Bagman swept over.

"Okay, let's have an interview." Ray said, and began to walk into another room.

As soon as Rita entered the room, Ray waved his hand and imposed many barriers.

Of course she didn't notice.

"So, the mysterious Lord Peverell."  Rita began to speak.

"Rita. Rita. Rita. Let's talk about insects. Do you like bugs? For example, I hate them. I even had a hobby - killing bugs, it has become a reflex. Mmm. They are so small, but so annoying. By the way, my wife  Fleur also doesn't like bugs ... Oh, I'm sorry. I forgot about the interview. Sorry for this empty conversation.

You can start asking questions, I will answer them. "Ray said with a soft smile.

But for Rita, that smile was like the smile of Death.

"Innttterrrview, we could have spent it at another time. I remembered that I needed to be in another place."  said Rita and quickly ran out of the room.

Leaving the room, Fleur looked at him with a question.

"She had other things to do."  answered Ray.

At the same time, Harry came, immediately after him came Ollivander and Dumbledore.

Then they checked the wands.

Of course, Ollivander could not remember Ray's wand.

After that, Rita Skeeter returned and they took a photo of the tournament participants.

I wonder where she was hiding ...

 _____

The time of the first round was approaching.

Fleur was ready.  Her aura became so powerful that she could easily put the dragon to sleep.

Despite the fact that she was Veela, and as you know, they are prone to fire element.

Fleur was more prone to light element.

Ray already represented Fleur and Gabrielle in the guise of angels.  Gabrielle even has a perfect name.

 _____

Day of the first round. Tent of champions.

Victor and Harry were already in the tent, both of them were nervous.

Ray walked in with Fleur.

Bagman immediately came out to meet them.

"So, everything is assembled. And I'll tell you what to do now! When the audience gathers, I'll open this bag

It contains copies of those with whom you have to fight.  They are all different. Each in turn will lower his hand and get his opponent.  Your task is to get hold of a golden egg.

Ray took Fleur's hand and squeezed it.  He believed in her strength, but still worried.

Although his wives are powerful witches, he will always worry about them.  That is his dragon nature.

Fleur looked at Ray and smiled.

Very soon, they began to hear the sound of voices.  Spectators took places.

Bagman began to untie the bag and handed it to Fleur.

"Lady, please."  he said.

She dropped her hand inside and pulled out a tiny model of Welsh green with a number two tag on her neck.

The second chose Krum.  He got a Chinese fireball with number three.  Krum did not blink, and just looked at his feet.

Ray was next.  He got a Swedish short-snout.  Number 1.

Harry got the last.

"Well! You have to meet these dragons. There's a line-up on the dragon's neck. Is everything clear? Then I have to leave you, I'm also a commentator today," said Bagman joyfully.

Ray hugged Fleur and kissed his forehead.

"Don't be afraid and don't worry. If something goes wrong I will help you. Don't worry, I can break the contract between the Champion and the Goblet of Fire."  he whispered.

Fleur returned her hug and replied: "I believe you, my beloved."

After they tore open their arms, Ray asked, "Harry, can you handle it?"

"Yes. The girls and I prepared a plan."  Confidently answered Harry.

"It's good."  Ray answered and heard the whistle.

 _____

When Ray entered the arena, the voices disappeared.

"Barrier."  he said.

Ahead, he saw a beautiful silver-blue dragon.  The dragon exhaled a blue flame.

Ray started walking straight towards the dragon, releasing his aura as he went.  The dragon sensed this and looked directly at Ray.

Outside the barrier, the audience shouted and asked to stop the test, thinking that Ray could die.

But then a miracle happened.  The dragon bowed and dutifully lay down on the ground.

Ray stroked his face and said: "I will give you a new home, there you will be safe."

The dragon seemed to nod.

Ray smiled and raised his wand up.

"I, Ray Peverell, declare the right to conquer! From now on, this dragon belongs to the Peverell family! So be it!"

Magic spun around Ray.

"Tinky."  With the sound of * popping * a house elf appeared.

"Take this dragon to the island. Also create another lair of acromantulas so that there is always food for the dragon. Warn Pinky and Dinky that 2 more dragons may appear. Create an appropriate habitat for them and enclose with barriers. Perform."  Ray ordered.

Tinky bowed and disappeared with the dragon.

"What are you doing! This dragon belongs to us! Bring him back."  some guy shouted.

"This is not my problem. If you have any objections, deal with the ministry. The tournament rules clearly state: 'The participant has the right to trophies.'  "

With a wave of his hand, Ray pulled a golden egg.  Without looking back, he began to leave.

The audience was noisy and screaming.  Ludo Bagman sweated, not knowing what to do.

Cornelius Fudge had a pale face.  He will have to pay <Romanian Dragon Sanctuary> from his pocket.  He could not imagine that someone would use this rule.

The Lords of purebred families simply applauded.  It was a good game.

Fleur and Harry, too, easily passed the test and repeated Ray's feat.

For Cornelius Fudge, this day was the worst.  With the help of the Tournament of Three Wizards, he planned to raise his authority and rating.  But now he will have to pay for three dragons.

[I curse you damn Peverell!  ] He mentally shouted.

 _____

After Ray completed the test, he went to Astoria.

"You played well, hubby."  kissing his cheek, Astoria said.

"But I was still worried about you ..." she added quietly.

Ray hugged her tightly.

"I'm fine, Tori." Ray whispered.

"Nnn. Let's wait for Fleur."  said Astoria.

They did not have to wait long, Fleur arrived in 10 minutes.

Hugging Ray and Astoria, she said: "Come on? I want to have lunch and just go to bed."

"Of course. We will go straight to our room. I will ask the elfs to bring food."  said Ray.

 _____

"So, what is the second task? Let's open the egg." Astoria said.

Fleur already wanted to open, but Ray managed to stop her.

"Take your time. You need to open it underwater. Otherwise you will hear a nasty sound."  said Ray.

"Do you already know what the second task will be?" Fleur asked.

With a nod, Ray began to answer: "It will be necessary to free the hostage. The hostage is a person dear to us. For me, most likely it will be Astoria, for you it will be Gabrielle. They will be at the bottom of the black lake, within an hour we will need to find them and save them  . "

"We need to find a way to breathe underwater ..." said Fleur.

"Not necessary. I will immediately save Gabriel and Astoria. I do not want to endanger them unnecessarily."  said Ray.

"Nnn, then we'll do it. I would not want to swim in cold water."  said Fleur.

"Maybe we should wait on Avalon?" Asked Astoria.

"I do not want to save the one I do not know.Although most likely Luna will be my hostage. No, let's better leave it as it is. Don't be afraid, Tori, I'll put a lot of protective charms on you."  said Ray.

"Good. Let's just have lunch and go to sleep. I'm tired of all the noise."  Astoria yawned.

"I totally support you."  Fleur said.

"Mmm, great."  said Ray.

 _____

Days flew by very fast.  Winter came.

Yule was approaching, and with it penetration into the gringotts.  The girls are well prepared. But they decided that Narcissa would be waiting for them in the room, for her this mission is too risky.  She just recently started training and is getting stronger.

But for Ray, a completely different event was approaching.

McGonagall told students about the ball:

"The Yule Ball is approaching, the traditional part of the Three Wizards Tournament. At the ball, we must establish friendly and cultural ties with our guests. The ball is for senior students starting from the fourth year, although, of course, you have the right to invite a partner from junior courses ..."

"The dress code is ceremonial. The ball will begin at eight o'clock on the first day of Christmas in the Great Hall. The ball ends at midnight. And a few more words ... Of course, people come to the Yule Balls with their hair loose."  She said with obvious disapproval.

"However, this does not mean that we will weaken the rules of conduct that are prescribed for Hogwarts students. I will be very, very unhappy if any of you break them."

Because of the ball, most students remained in the castle and did not go home for the holidays.

Every day, the girls approached Ray and tried to invite him ... Although he said on the very first day that he would open the ball together with Fleur.

Fleur and Astoria received the parcels, probably their dresses, but they said: "You will see us at the ball."

Narcissa made a costume for Ray.

He was pure white, with the same white cloak.

 _____

The school was decorated on the occasion of the ball.  Of course, it was necessary to impress guests from Durmstrang and Beauxbaton.

But, the great hall really began to look great.  Elegant Christmas trees, icicles hanging from the ceiling. Like ice covered floor.

One day, Fleur, Ray and Astoria sat in the courtyard on a bench.  It was always warm thanks to various charms.

"Are you already used to the wings?" Astoria asked.

"Yes. It is very convenient."  Fleur answered.

"Wings can be used as weapons and shields."  Ray added.

A group of Gryffindor students walked past them, among whom were Ron and Ginny Weasley.

Ron looked at Fleur and began to walk straight towards her.

"Hohoho, something will happen now."  Astoria said cheerfully.

"YOU WILL GO TO THE BALL WITH ME."  he shouted at her.

This Fleur did not expect.  No one expected this.

Ginny Weasley quickly began to lead him away.

"Sorry for that. As a kid, he was dropped from the second floor. Please don't be angry."  Ginny apologized.

"Pff hahaha."  Astoria laughed.

"Hehehe."  giggle Fleur.

"He was completely desperate. Is he really looking for death."  Ray said softly.

"Do not get mad."  Fleur kissed his cheek.

 _____

Seven p.m.

Ray stood at the entrance to the Slytherin dormitory, waiting for Astoria and Fleur.

The outgoing girls looked at him and blushed.

"He is so beautiful."

"The White Prince."

"I envy so."

They whispered.

The door opened and Ray's eyes widened.

Before him was just a fantastic sight.

Fleur and Astoria ....  They were so beautiful.

Astoria had a long red dress with a slit on her leg. A small neckline perfectly complemented her beauty. Her graceful hands wore red elbow-length gloves. Her outfit was not vulgar; rather, he emphasized all its virtues.

Fleur was in a gorgeous white dress. It was a kind of wedding dress. White gloves to the elbow. Open shoulders. Her outfit was the personification of purity and tenderness.

The girls also looked at Ray and blushed a little.  They liked the way he examined them. In his eyes was love and happiness, and there was not lust.

Approaching the girls, he alternately kissed their fingers and said gently.

"You are incredibly beautiful. These dresses are very suitable for you."

The girls smiled happily and on both sides took Ray under the elbow.

 _____

"Wow."

"How beautiful they are."

"They look great together."

All the way to the entrance to the great hall they heard such phrases.

Near the big door, they saw Harry paired with Hermione.  And Victor Krum with an unknown girl from Ravenclaw.

Krum constantly glanced at Hermione.

"Tournament participants, please come here." Sounded the voice of Professor McGonagall.

"I will watch you."  said Astoria and went towards the entrance to the hall.

McGonagall began to say:

"Now you need to wait here. You will enter in turn, after everyone takes their places."

The doors to the large hall opened and everyone began to go inside.  On the way, they looked at Hermione and were shocked.

Even Malfoy looked at her with wide eyes.  Mudblood or not, but she is a girl, a pretty pretty girl.

When everyone finally sat down, McGonagall ordered the rest to stand up in pairs and follow her.  When they arrived, the whole hall slammed, and Professor McGonagall led them to a large round table at the far end, at which the judges sat.

Ray and Fleur looked at Astoria, she smiled and waved to them.

Dumbledore, who headed the judging table, greeted the couples who came up with a radiant smile, Karkaroff looked at Krum and his companion.  Ludo Bagman in a purple robe, embroidered with golden stars, applauded loudly with everyone. Madame Maxim, who replaced the black satin uniform with a loose mantle of light light-purple silk, also clapped politely.  There no was only Mr. Crouch. Percy Weasley was on his place in navy blue mantle. The remaining places were intended for the contestants with their ladies.

Ray and Fleur took the farthest places.

In front of them were gold plates and menus.  Ray knew what to do.

Taking the menu, he quietly said:

"Crabsburger."

Aaaaannnd... nothing happened.

Fleur looked at him and waited for what would be next.

"Well then .... Ichiraku Ramen."

 ...…..

"Darling. Now is my attempt."  said Fleur, smiling.

"Seafood risotto."

Before Fleur appeared the right dish.

*Sigh*

"Steak Tomahawk."  Ray said, deciding not to experiment anymore.

"You wanted to order a crabsburger. Is it a crab burger?" Fleur asked.

"Mmm. I don't even know. This dish is covered in mystery."  answered Ray with the look of a sage.

After dinner, Dumbledore stood up and invited everyone to follow his example.  He waved his magic wand, the tables moved away to the walls, forming an empty space.  Another wave, and a scene grew along the right wall - with drums, guitars, lute, cello and bagpipes.

The musicians took to the stage.

The lights on the tables went out, and the tournament participants with their ladies rose from their seats.

Ray took Fleur's hand and led straight to the center.

Putting his hand on Fleur's waist, Ray looked into her eyes.

The dance has begun.  Now for Ray there was only Fleur.  For Fleur, there was only Ray.

They danced, plunged as if into a trance.  Not noticing what is happening. When the music began to end, Ray kissed Fleur.

"Astoria is waiting for you. Don't make her wait."  whispered Fleur.

Ray nodded and they walked towards Astoria.

"May I have this dance, please."  said with a smile Ray, holding out his hand.

Astoria smiled and took an outstretched hand.

"With joy."  she said.

Their dance was bewitching.  For the audience it was like a flame dance.

Ray didn't just dance with his girls, no, he put his feelings into it and Fleur and Astoria reciprocated.

 _____

After dancing, Ray and the girls went to a garden specially organized for the ball.

Finding a remote bench, they sat on it.

Ray cast a spell on privacy.

"Did you like it?" Asked Ray.

The girls nodded and laid their heads on his shoulders.

"It was awesome. We could occasionally hold such events on Avalon."  said Astoria.

"And in truth. In the future, perhaps we will have neighbors."  said Ray.

"Are you planning to let someone live on Avalon?" Asked Fleur, she knew what Avalon was and was surprised.

"Yes. I will only allow it to those who swear eternal fidelity to me. Avalon is our home, and I do not want to have conflicts there."  said Ray.

"Then will you be a king? Are we queens?" Astoria asked.

Ray turned his head and kissed her forehead.

"For me, you and your sisters will always be queens."

Fleur and Astoria were pleased with his words.

Nearby, they saw Hagrid and Madame Maxim, who was quickly leaving.

"How dare you, Hagrid ?! Such an insult! A half-giant? Me? I ... I ... I have a wide bones !!"

She walked like a tank right through the bushes, ignoring them.

"Oh la la."  said Fleur.

"Yeah. Not very pretty .." said Astoria.

"He simply does not realize ... .. how a half-giant could have appeared. Let's not do someone else's business. But back to the room, I worry about the girls."  said Ray.

 _____

Entering their room, they saw only Narcissa.

"Cissi? They haven't returned yet?" Ray asked.

Narcissa wanted to say something, but in the middle of the room appeared black smoke from which Daphne and Bella fell.

"Damn. These little paranoid. How many traps." Said Bella, rising from the floor.

"Who would have thought they mined a room. Hahaha."  laughed Daphne.

Ray went up to them and began to examine them from head to toe.

"Good thing you're fine."  He said.

"Yes. That alone was pointless. We did not find any books, or anything special. In the most secure vaults there was only gold and jewelry." Bella said in vexation.

"Do not be discouraged, the main thing was fun and you weren't in trouble. Even if you didn't receive a reward, you have gained a new experience."  Astoria said with a smile.

"Hehehe and the truth. Now I want to quickly get into the Zhao family."  Laughing said Bella.

"Bella's abilities are perfect for covert penetration."  said Daphne.

"Mmm. Perhaps in the future you could create a squad for such tasks. The one who has more information wins the war." Ray said.

"That is a good idea."  said Bella.

"Tell me how the ball went?"  asked Narcissa and took Astoria and Fleur by the hands.

Bella and Daphne also approached them.

Giggling and happily talking to each other, they occasionally looked at Ray.

[It's good that they are so friendly.  This is truly happiness.] Ray thought with a smile.

"Ray come to us."  Bella called him.

"Coming."  answered Ray.