Mysterious Journey
Chapter 994 This Debt, I'll Remember for Now
The old wizard continued to look down at his own fingertips, calmly elaborating on his point.
"...The choice of guardians should avoid direct blood relations as much as possible, to avoid overlapping situations and confusing the 'guardianship' scope of both parties."
"For example, Mr. 'Hermit' cannot serve as Miss Lovegood's Tarot guardian during her 'preparatory Major Arcana' period. However, as one of the Major Arcana members, you can entrust a member of equal standing with another guardian to assist in the 'guardianship work'."
"In my temporary view, the powers and obligations of a Tarot guardian are very simple and clear: a veto, and unreserved teaching."
"In other words, before those three young ladies are promoted to Major Arcana, all their decisions, whether passed or not, and the responsibilities, all fall on the corresponding Major Arcana 'guardian'. No one knows their preparatory Major Arcana identities except us."
Dumbledore paused for a few seconds, his gaze turning to the young blond wizard located in a corner of the magic projection.
"Regarding this, I believe it can be guaranteed by Mr. 'Hanged Man', and the wiB Task Force under his command—"
Before officially being promoted, no one can know the identity of the preparatory Major Arcana?
Xenophilius's eyes flickered, and he glanced at Gilderoy Lockhart, who was nodding, lost in thought.
What Dumbledore had just said wasn't difficult for him to understand.
If the "Tarot Society" was compared to a magazine社, then Luna, who hadn't been promoted to Major Arcana, was equivalent to an intern reporter.
The publication of her internship manuscripts was entirely the responsibility of the "Tarot Guardian." Whether inside or outside the magazine社, all documents seen were ultimately in the name of the "Guardian." Before she was officially promoted to Major Arcana, she was equivalent to a transparent person.
As one of the earliest "forced" veterans onto the chariot, he certainly knew the reliability of Mr. "Hanged Man" in terms of confidentiality.
Since the "Hanged Man" personally guarded the secret, unless there was a traitor among the Major Arcana, Luna would never be tainted with any trouble.
Anyway, the number of opposing votes for the promotion to Major Arcana couldn't be higher than two. If he firmly held onto his own vote and pulled in an ally, Luna would most likely fail to be promoted successfully. This was equivalent to finding two top wizards as bodyguards and mentors for Luna.
However, there was still one problem…
"If I remember correctly, the originally designated guardian for the 'preparatory High Priestess' was Mr. 'World', right?"
Xenophilius pondered for a few seconds, then frowned slightly, his gaze fixed on Dumbledore's image in mid-air.
"Sorry, I don't mean any offense, but is Mr. 'World's' current state really capable of fulfilling the guardian's responsibility? I mean, in terms of instruction naming, no matter how much the actual decision-maker is concealed, there must ultimately be a traceable entity."
When it came to his daughter's safety, Mr. Lovegood didn't care whether this would displease "World."
In any case, he first had to ensure that even if Luna was abducted to Gringotts, there was a wizard with enough weight to take the blame.
"Uh, about that, if there isn't a suitable candidate, I can—"
Eileen raised her right hand with a smile, volunteering.
Not to mention that it was Luna's guardian qualification, but more importantly, guardians certainly didn't have guardians.
If nothing unexpected happened, once the processing results for Luna, Hermione, and Hannah came out, it would most likely be her turn.
Even if Dumbledore didn't intend to target her now, once this regulation ran smoothly, it would sooner or later become an unbeatable weapon used to suppress her. Instead of waiting to die, it was better to jump out of the chessboard at the beginning and become a guardian of some small wings.
Eileen naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity to kill two birds with one stone.
In fact, the scene of Luna being ashamed and indignant, but helplessly listening to her teachings, had already begun to emerge in her mind.
"Ahem, dear Miss 'Fool', thank you for your help."
Dumbledore coughed lightly, saying happily, interrupting Eileen's imagination.
"In fact, you see, there is another Major Arcana who is more suitable here. Whether from life experience or strength, they can perfectly fulfill the role of 'Tarot Guardian'. What's even more ingenious is that they are very proficient in Goblin language—"
"Are you talking about yourself? Or… Mr. 'Magician'?"
Eileen narrowed her eyes, her gaze wandering among the magic images of the Major Arcana members, asking sweetly.
"Tower" Grindelwald was naturally on her side;
"Hanged Man" Lockhart had just gotten what he wanted, and his qualifications and abilities were not enough to serve as Luna's mentor;
Then the only ones left in the room were Albus Dumbledore and Nicolas Flamel.
Eileen wanted to see who dared to snatch the harem from the Third Generation Dark Lord.
And who dared to harm young girls with Dumbledore, this spicy old radish.
You had to know that these two crimes stacked together were not something an ordinary Major Arcana could bear.
"Cough, I'm too old, I don't have the energy to take care of children..."
Noticing the threatening meaning in Eileen's words, Nicolas Flamel coughed lightly and quickly cleared himself.
It was best not to get involved in the war between Dumbledore and the Dark Lord he cultivated.
Last time he meddled between Dumbledore and the Dark Lord he cultivated, he almost lost his life. This time, he wouldn't repeat the same mistake.
In Nicolas Flamel's view, it would be best if these few scourges could perish together, so that he could continue to return to his alchemy laboratory and be a shut-in.
Thinking of this, the hundreds-year-old alchemist spread out his hands with some exhaustion, saying helplessly.
"Besides, my research is at a critical moment, and I really can't spare the energy to take on more tasks, so..."
"Well, I understand, Mr. 'Magician', you should focus on the progress of your research."
Eileen replied happily, turning her head to look triumphantly at the old radish thousands of miles away.
"Dear Mr. 'Hierophant', I may have to remind you additionally that according to the 'preparatory' development plan—"
"—The same Major Arcana member must not serve as the guide for two or more preparatory Major Arcana. Mr. 'Magician' may not have the energy to serve as a guardian, but I am very happy to discover that there is another Major Arcana who meets the conditions."
He raised his finger and lightly tapped on one of the silent magic images in front of him.
Magic flowed from his fingertips, lingering on one of the cards in a silent state.
"Before the start of the meeting, the 'Empress' fully entrusted me to act as her agent—therefore, I propose that the 'Empress' and the 'World' simultaneously serve as the Tarot guardians of Miss Luna Lovegood, the 'preparatory High Priestess'. Does anyone have any different opinions?"
"Of course not, I think that's great," Xenophilius said without thinking.
Newt Scamander, that was a top wizard who had once captured Grindelwald and could confront the Dark Lord head-on.
Not to mention, based on his understanding of that Mr. 'Empress', the gentleness, patience, thoughtfulness, and extreme fear of trouble in terms of personality were simply recognized as the number one in the wizarding world. With such a dual guardian, Luna would obviously be much safer.
Perhaps, his daughter would one day turn into Eileen's shape, but at least it shouldn't be now.
…Newt?
Grindelwald pondered for a moment, and the expression on Newt Scamander's face after learning this news appeared in his mind.
A smile appeared on his wrinkled face, and he nodded happily.
"I agree too. Obviously, the 'Empress' is very suitable to serve as the Tarot guardian of the 'High Priestess'."
Dumbledore, Grindelwald, Lovegood, plus one vote from someone in his nineties who was henpecked, that's four votes.
Eileen quickly glanced at the "voting type" above. Even if she raised objections, the best result would be a tie and a postponement—and most likely, 'World's' vote would still stand on Dumbledore's side, after all, this would also be considered reducing his workload.
"Okay, I think it's pretty good too—"
Eileen said calmly, the corners of her mouth raising in a dangerous arc.
"Then, respected Mr. 'Hierophant', have you forgotten—as the 'Fool', I am also an underage little witch. I wonder if you have any recommended 'guardians'? Did you consider it when you were expanding the 'preparatory Major Arcana' plan?"
"Oh, don't worry, about that, I have a proposal..."
Dumbledore said with a smile, an undisguised smile flashing in his blue eyes.
"Given the special circumstances of Miss 'Fool', your 'guardian' should be more responsible for supervision, rather than guidance."
"Therefore, I suggest..."
The old wizard paused for a second or two, his gaze slowly sweeping over the several silent magic images in mid-air.
"The 'High Priestess', 'Justice', and 'Chariot' will jointly serve as your 'Tarot guardians'. On the one hand, this can serve as an assessment indicator for them on their path to growth, and it also conforms to our interpretation of the system—of course, they only have supervisory rights, not naming rights."
"I agree!"
Hannah raised her hand excitedly.
At the same time, a hint of excitement flashed in Hermione and Luna's eyes.
The two looked at each other subconsciously and raised their arms at the same time.
"I have no objection."
"Mmm, mmm, this is good!"
???
Eileen looked at Hermione and the others, her mouth twitching.
What were these stupid wings, who didn't even have voting rights, joining in on the fun for?!
Moreover, as long as she, the "Fool," herself disagreed, no one could force her to accept it.
Such a ridiculous proposal of tying her own hands and feet so extreme, she wouldn't possibly... unless she was under the Imperius Curse.
"Oh, let's just do that then, anyway, it doesn't have any impact—"
Eileen glanced at the Major Arcana who were preparing to watch the fun and said calmly.
Forget it, after all, these were her own wings, not embarrassing.
She'd remember this grudge!
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Mommy!