The meeting with the queen went very smoothly. Magnus had told her where he was living and she could come to his home to meet and talk to Adam, but he also warned her that if she tried anything funny then that house would turn into her worst nightmare.
He may have called her granny but he certainly didn't trust her like one. For now, it was just a relationship of interest. He had allowed her to be a royal because if he were to kick her out of the throne then it would cause a huge scandal which would hurt the image of the crown.
But what made him still feel a little uneasy was that it was highly likely that Prince Philip was still hating him. It may cause some headache to him later on. But, for now, he was just happy.
"That went good, didn't expect her to be so nice," Adam said as they reached home.
But Grace scoffed, "Huh, then you are too naive, my dear husband. All I saw on her face was a hard, experienced politician. She was being very careful with us."
"Yes, Aunty is right. She was being very careful and her eyes were constantly looking at Magnus' face, trying to understand his inner thoughts." Ragnar added.
Magnus smiled and shrugged, "You know, the Taj Mahal took 20 years and 20,000 workers to build. Can you imagine the sheer work it took to do that back in those days."
Martha smiled, knowing where Magnus was getting to. Grace, Adam and Ragnar were confused though.
"And? What's that got to do with the queen?" Ragnar asked.
"Emperor Shah Jahan, after completion of Taj Mahal, ordered his soldiers to cut the hands of all 20,000 workers so no other building like that could ever be erected. Even after those poor people worked tirelessly for 20 years, the Emperor didn't trust them. Then how can we expect the Queen to trust us? As even I don't trust her.
"We just have a mutual understanding at this point." He explained.
Grace looked at her hands, "Hmm, that's really crazy. It's like... Someone wanting to chop my hands after I do their surgery."
"Don't worry, aunty, if anybody tries to harm you, I will punish them." Ragnar proudly claimed.
"Of course you would." She ruffled his hair.
In all honesty, he wanted to say he'd chop their heads but he refrained as this was not the time to get lectured.
"QUACK..."
Duck had also come with them. As they now lived in a big mansion with a large garden, there was enough space for him to stand.
At the moment, gone was the dangerous and scary looking Annihilus, now here was Duck, the cute sweet Dragon.
Grace chuckled and went to Duck, "Aww... Look at you, so grown up. Come here, boy. Want belly rubs?"
Duck quickly laid down on his back to let Grace scratch him.
"Haha... Are you sure you're a dragon and not a puppy?" She asked.
*Woosh*
Duck left out a small tube of fire from his mouth.
"WAIT... YOU UNDERSTAND OUR WORDS?" Grace exclaimed.
"Yes, mum. He can understand us. But he's very childish sometimes and ignores our words while acting as if he doesn't understand." Magnus told her.
Martha also flew to Duck and patted his giant head, "Yeah, Duck does that sometimes. He's a drama queen."
"Hmph!" Duck turned his face in dissatisfaction.
"See..." Martha said with her arms wide.
"Hehe... Well, Duck is our little Drama Queen. He's very young, Magnus used to be like that too when he was young. He used to show tantrums when wearing clothes after bathing.
"Once, he forced me to let him wear his diapers over his pants. Thankfully, he didn't make a mess during that time." Grace started speaking with a smile on her face and eyes reminiscing about the past.
Magnus grunted in annoyance, "Why do you always start telling my embarrassing stories?"
"Because they are the most memorable, sweetie. Ah, do you want to hear about your potty training? It was very funny. Adam had mistakenly bought an oversized potty training seat and when he sat on..." She continued another story, much to Magnus' annoyance.
"Lalalalalala I can't hear you. LALALALALA..." Magnus put his palms on his ears and ran inside the house.
But Ragnar was still there, sitting beside Duck and resting his head on Ducks' head, as both listened to Grace with focus, "Continue the story, aunty. I will embarrass him later with it."
"Oh, then..." Grace continued.
...
Oxford University, Grove Auditorium,
"The current speed at which we are advancing in the transistors and semiconductors field, it's not too hard to guess that one day, we will have artificial intelligence that will be able to handle most of our day to day tasks. I'm not talking about robots. But instead something like a washing machine that you can control from the other side of the world, you can command it to start washing the clothes. Or an air conditioner, that will know when you are near home. Or maybe a document management assistant.
"I was not long ago in the United States of America. I had the chance to meet many very intelligent people. They were all visionaries.
"I learned about something called Galactic Network there. It was a term that interested me a lot, so I started looking into it.
"J.C.R. Licklider of MIT in August 1962 discussed his "Galactic Network" concept. He envisioned a globally interconnected set of computers through which everyone could quickly access data and programmes.
"Licklider was the first head of the computer research programme at DARPA. While at DARPA he convinced his successors at DARPA, Ivan Sutherland, Bob Taylor, and MIT researcher Lawrence G. Roberts, of the importance of this networking concept.
"A few years later, something called ARPNET was created. ARPANET, Advanced Research Projects Agency Network, an experimental computer network.
"The Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA), an arm of the U.S. Defence Department, funded the development of the Advanced Research Projects Agency Network (ARPANET) in the late 1960s. Its initial purpose was to link computers at Pentagon-funded research institutions over telephone lines. They wanted to use it as a network because, you know, the Cold War is still going on. But, it became too big to be a secret network.
"But, I want you to imagine. Today, with the limited technology of this era, we are able to create a network of computers like ARPNET. In a few years, when technologies become more advanced, efficient and cheaper, there can be a giant computer network that would span the whole world. You will be able to talk to someone sitting in Tokyo instantly, and send him files and pictures immediately. As I said, endless possibilities.
"Now, for all the enthusiasts, this year in October, a large demonstration of the ARPANET at the International Computer Communication Conference (ICCC) will take place. Anybody who wants to see it can come there.
Thank you for listening to me, I hope we will have a good time studying here together."
*Clap Clap*
Bobby stepped down from the stage. Today was his first day at college. High school was too boring. But he had also kept his earlier team of computer enthusiasts with him. Not all of them could graduate high school in advance but they were still talented in the ways of computers.
Here, at Oxford University, Bobby was a famous boy. Because not only he owns a successful computer company, but his computer is also a hit. With Magnus' funding, they were now looking to start manufacturing too, but for the most part, they were looking for manufacturers in other countries. As outsourcing was cheaper.
Bobby was being hailed as a super genius of the century. Even some news outlets were asking him for interviews but he was not ready back then. But now he was.
Today he was asked to give a speech to the Computer department of the University. It was a relatively new department but the most importance was being given to it because this was the future and if they didn't invest in it now, they would always be behind. Now, they were very happy with the addition of someone like Bobby, who was already a genius.
Bobby shook hands with some faculty members and then headed to a room on the other side of the auditorium. It was a room full of reporters, from various news outlets, tech magazines.
He took a seat, on his left sat the New Head of Computer Science Department and on his right sat the Vice-Chancellor. They were here just for the photos though.
Bobby showed his normal smile, "Thank you for waiting, I got a little carried away at that speech. Please ask questions orderly."
Quickly a man stood up from his chair and asked. "Mr Armstrong, what do you have to say about you being named the genius of the century by various news media in the UK and the US?"
Bobby suddenly saw a face in his mind, remembering that if he was not given the right push towards his studies by him then he wouldn't be such a genius as they call him.
He smiled, "I am flattered first of all, but, this world has 3.8 billion people, I am sure that there is someone more intelligent than me out there, but, due to being born in the wrong part of the world, they might never get to develop themselves.
"But, I can with guarantee say that I am not the smartest kid. In fact, I know someone who is many times smarter than me. But, I am not at the liberty to reveal his name. Perhaps, in a few years, all of you will know him, and even interview him."
His declaration was wild, who can be smarter than a 12-year-old kid who created a computer. But people stayed calm, they knew that Bobby had no reason to lie and what he said may just be true and there was a monster level genius hiding somewhere.
Soon, another person asked him, "What do you want to become when you grow up?"
"Haha, I am already successful in business. But, I do have a dream, though I will not share it with the world right now. If I am able to fulfil it, then you will know it automatically. On the other hand, for now, I want to make sure that our country does not lack behind in terms of computer research and innovation because computers are the gold of the future, you fail to jump on this bandwagon, you will forever be stuck behind." He replied.
His interview went on for an hour. He answered all the questions as today was the day he finally set foot in front of the public eye, officially.
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Severus had been working as an assistant at a shop in Diagon Alley. He just wanted to make some money and help his mother. His mother was also working as a sales assistant at another potion shop. The salary was not enough if a single person worked only, so, with Severus' addition, the money problem was solved.
But, it wasn't like Severus was poor. His modified potion patents were making him a good amount of money, but, for now, he was spending all that on building his lab in the new house's basement.
He knew that if he were to ask Magnus for it he would get the whole lab set up in a single day, but he felt that Magnus already had done too many favours to him and he couldn't always go to him to ask for help. This time, he needed to do it himself.
*BELLS*
Someone entered the shop. Severus was prepared to take the order. The Potion shops normally had a pre-designated way of working. They would usually keep a stock of some high-demand potions in the shop at all times, like some beauty potions, anti-venom portions, some blood replenishing or health potions. But if someone wants to buy anything specific from the catalogue then they would need to order it and wait for it to be brewed. The wait depends on the complexity of the potion, it could be a few hours or even days.
Severus looked towards the door, but instead of greeting, he could only look in disgust. It was none other than Lucius Malfoy and Avery. They had graduated from the school and were now probably a part of the Death Eater army.
Lucius had a smile on his face as if he was the most gentle creature on earth. "Hello, Severus. Good to see you here, honing your talents."
"Hmm..." Severus acknowledged their existence but didn't say anything. He just pushed the catalogue of potions towards them.
"Ah, what did I do to be treated with such animosity? I thought we Slytherins were all friends." Lucius said.
Severus replied in an irritated voice, "But I am a half-blood, I thought I didn't deserve to be in Slytherin."
"You are wrong then. What your parents did is not your fault. We only have a problem with mudbloods, as they're the ones stealing our magic from us. Let me see what I will require from this shop." He started looking at the catalogue while Avery started looking around.
"Hmm, give me Babbling Beverage, Antidote to Common Poisons and Dizziness Draught. That's about it." Lucius ordered.
Severus started to pack all these items as they were common potions and were already in stock.
"Hmm... are you still circling around that Magnus? No doubt, he's a genius of no match. But, book knowledge can not cover your lack of physical skills." Lucius started weaving the threads of what he considered brainwashing.
But Severus, who was now experienced in Occlumency and Legilimency, had a much sharper and stronger brain.
He mockingly replied, "Then how will you explain him killing 4 death eaters all alone?"
"Luck and help from his bloodline. I heard he was using a strange staff during that time. Must be some kind of an artefact. Will he still be able to fight without it?" Lucius argued.
But Severus immediately argued, "He already did. Don't forget the Battle of Diagon Alley. He stopped a killing curse and also defeated many more enemies with a normal wand. Just admit it, he's strong in both mind and power. And he's just of my age."
"Overconfidence, I hope you put your money on the right player, or you might lose everything." Avery suddenly advised which sounded more like a warning.
"You too..." Severus replied and handed the package to them.
Lucius took it but also handed Severus a piece of paper, "It was good meeting you. If someday you need something, this is where you can find me."
Severus saw them leave with a plain face. He really didn't care about them at all. He looked at the piece of paper, it has an address in Knockturn Alley.
"Wasted my time." He muttered and threw the paper in the fire. Then, he started brewing his potions.
~Today I will be able to buy the important equipment. Then I can practice Potions with Lily.~ he thought in his head.
...
Outside the shop, Lucius stood with a cold smile on his face. He held the package of potion vials in his hand and squeezed them little by little until they broke and spilt on the ground.
"Malfoy..." Avery shook him.
Lucius's face turned angry and ugly, "Did you see that? Even a poor filthy half-blood like him now talk back to us. If it weren't for his talents, I would have snapped his neck long ago."
"Calm down, our lord has ordered us not to harm talented wizards, especially if they are Magnus' friends." Avery reminded him.
Lucius frustratedly looked around himself. Ever since his father had died, he had found it getting harder to keep himself calm all the time.
But then his eyes fell on a shop just across the street. It was a store of Nimbus Racing Broom Company. A girl was inside the shop, happily cleaning the brooms on the showcase.
"The Dark Lord told us not to target his friends and we shall obey his command. Isn't she the girl rumoured to be that filth's girlfriend?" He asked.
Avery nodded, "Indeed. Disgusting how a pureblood could fall for a mud-blood."
"Let's see if those rumours are correct, besides, blood-traitors need to be taught a lesson," Lucius said with a smile.
...
Back inside the shop.
Severus' shift was about to come to an end. After talking to Lucius just now, his mood was also not too good. However, he needed to wait for a little as the delivery of the empty vials was supposed to arrive today.
*GLASS BREAKING SOUND.*
"Argh.. did he break the vials?" Severus got annoyed hearing it coming from outside the shop's door. He went there to check it, but, he only saw Lucius and Avery standing a distance away and talking.
Severus used his mind quickly and took a hearing enhancing potion and drank it. And then he heard everything the two were talking about.
His face turned anxious as soon as he found out what they were planning. In a hurry, he went to his table and started writing a letter addressed to Magnus. Then he used the shop's delivery owl and sent it.
"His girlfriend or not, she is a Slytherin, a wizard, and nobody deserves to be targeted for just being close to Magnus." He muttered to himself and started putting a lot of potion vials in his pocket. Then he strapped his wand to his coat. If needed, he will intervene. But he hoped that the two fools would not outright attack them in the shop.
...
Magnus' Mansion
"GRAAAAAA..."
"YOU WILD DRAGON. I WILL SLAY YOU AND WIN ALL THE GLORY IN THE KINGDOM..." Magnus waved his fake wooden sword in front of Duck while the two played fighting.
Duck was also fully into it and acted hurt whenever the sword would touch his body.
Grace, Martha, Adam and Ragnar were sitting by the side and watching the show. They were also clapping every once in a while.
"CHAD! SUMMER! Come and help, my friends." Magnus shouted.
"MEOWWW..."
All of a sudden, Summer appeared in the sky, she was wearing a Superman costume while Chad was wearing a Batman costume. Summer was carrying Chad with her claws.
Summer hovered over Duck and then released Chad. The fat cat started punching Duck with his paws, in response Duck made fake cries of pain and moved around.
"GRAAAAA..." Duck threw flames from his mouth as he saw Magnus coming towards him.
"AAAH!" Magnus acted hurt. But Magnus was actually fully immune to fire damage.
But, sadly, his clothes were not. Slowly, all of his clothes burned to ashes and his naked body was present for all to see.
"AH! DUCK, DAMN YOU!" He genuinely cursed and quickly hid his manhood with his hands.
*WHISTLE*
Ragnar whistled and shouted, "MAG... USE YOUR OTHER SWORD."
*KA-CHAK*
A sudden flash attracted Magnus' gaze, he saw a camera in Adam's hand. "DAD, DON'T..."
But, Adam laughed, "It's okay, Mag, I will frame this picture, I will show it to your kids, nobody will guess that this little naked boy is the King of Britain."
"Hehe..." Grace also chuckled.
"GAHAHA..." Even Duck chuckled.
Magnus, seeing this, shouted at Duck, "You did it on purpose? Take this... HAAAA..."
Now both Magnus and Duck started throwing fire from their mouths. Magnus even threw it from his palms and feet. He was also hiding his manhood with fire. Meanwhile, everyone else clapped.
"HOOR..."
But they stopped when suddenly a big owl arrived there. Summer intercepted the owl and brought it to Magnus. Still naked but secure with fire, Magnus took the letter and made Ragnar throw some food to the owl.
~Hmm... Sev sent it?~
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