[A/N: In this world, the ages of the queen and subsequent royals have been pushed back a little.]
Magnus and Severus went to Nicolas to continue studying. But many other things were happening around at the same time.
Today, Adam was supposed to give an interview to the news channel. It wasn't supposed to be a big deal but now that he was also a royal family member and the eldest prince, the eyes on the show increased.
Magnus knew about this and had already fed money to the chief editor of BBC. If they still try to mess with his family then the end of BBC will be near.
Adam was nervous. He was an army guy, a Major General. He was used to speaking in front of soldiers but talking in front of cameras was totally different.
He arrived at the news station in his usual military uniform. He even had a few medals on his chest as he was supposed to come here wearing them to show everyone how talented their prince was.
He was treated very respectfully as if he was some VIP, which he probably is right now.
"Sir, please sit here, the makeup artists will do some light touch-ups." The producer told him.
"Makeup? Why would I need makeup?" He inquired. He was in no beauty pageant from what he was told.
"Oh, it's nothing much, sir. Just a light touch up so your face looks good according to the light in the studio. It's going to be recorded with colour cameras after all." The makeup artist told him.
Well, he couldn't deny if they gave such a reason. So he silently sat in front of the big mirror and watched as the artist put some kind of power on his face with her brush.
When he was done, he got up and looked at his military assistant, named Jason. He jokingly asked, "Do I look pretty?"
"Yes sit, like a pampered wife," Captain Jason replied jokingly. Not everyone had the privilege of being this frank with Adam.
"Hah, Grace would have loved to see me like this. Let's go. You will stay in the recording room and make sure they don't try to do anything funny." He ordered.
Adam went into the interview room that had been lightly decorated with a fake fireplace and 2 seats in front of it. It looked very modest and befitting to the situation.
The interview was not going to be broadcast live considering who was speaking here and they might need to cut out some details if the Queen's office requested.
Adam was taken to the seat on the right side by the studio producer. Normally this was the job of a coordinator but they were not qualified to speak to such a high ranking person, well that's what people usually think. But in reality, Adam was a chill person, he would share his sandwich with you if you want it.
The lights were being checked and the cameras were running tests and mics too. ~Hmm, last time when Magnus was here to give the interview, it was a much simpler set.~
Just when he felt bored, the anchor of the show or the interviewer came in a fine suit. He had black hair, black eyes and wore a dark blue professional suit. The man was a veteran when it came to taking such face to face interviews.
He shook Adam's hand and took a seat. After once again checking everything, he talked to Adam, "Shall we start, sir?"
After getting a nod from Adam, the camera rolled and started recording.
"Good evening, dear viewers. Today, we have a very special guest on our show, a very mysterious person who is also considered a national treasure. A man who has served the nation with his life, a man who has given his great mind to the nation, a man of honour and will. We welcome Duke of Cornwall, Prince of Wales, His Highness, Major General Adam Grant." the interviewer introduced Adam, letting the camera focus on his face.
"Thank you for inviting me here," Adam replied. But he didn't know the interviewer's name yet.
The man chuckled, "Sir, there is a reason why I have not told you my name. We both have actually met before, a few years back."
Adam focused on the man's face and tried to remember. Then, as if a bulb lit up in his head, he remembered something. "Oh, you interviewed my son back then, he asked you an algebra question and you couldn't answer."
The man embarrassingly smiled, "Hehe, yes sir, that was me, Raymond Barry. And I'm sure many of the viewers must be confused, so let me show you a few clips from the days gone."
Then, a short clip was played where the news about the Magnus bus accident was being talked about. Then there was a clip of Magnus giving the interview and then finally him getting the George Cross from the queen.
Raymond then asked, "Did the prince know about her majesty back then?"
"No, he did not. Only recently I told him about his true family. He was shocked for sure but accepted it. Just like Ragnar." Adam replied. He had already memorised all the facts and dates about his new background.
The interview started on a very lighthearted note and many jokes were passed. But by the second half, serious questions had started to come.
"Some people are these days complaining against you that you are not serious about being the royal prince as you refuse to go to dinners and parties to socialise. Why is that?" Raymond asked.
Adam sighed, "For this country. I am a man of science. I serve this nation by inventing things. Do you know how long it would have taken to create a working Solid-State Battery? Decades. And by inventing that, I have effectively pushed the world forward by decades, our country by decades. We can have an edge in battery technology now.
"By going to parties, what will happen? Will I socialise? Will I meet a few rich people? But those things are not on my to-do list at the moment. Do you see how pathetic the condition of the economy is? We are so far behind everyone. The United Kingdom used to be rich, but we messed up its post-war development due to corruption and now we're facing the consequences.
"So sorry if I don't have time to go to lavish parties when a common man does not have money to put food on the table. Yes, I am thankful for the comfortable life that I am living right now, but that does not give me the right to just sit down and relax because I can.
"I have the ability and I am using it to create scientific advancements for this nation. You can not imagine how great the future will be for the batteries, they will be used everywhere. But if we want to stay ahead we need to never stop innovating.
"To all those who say I am not doing a good job as the prince, I accept your allegation. Because I am not trying to do a good job as the prince, I am trying to do a good job as the concerned citizen of this country." He lectured. Magnus was a master propagandist at this point, he had taught Adam a few points on what to focus on when you want to incite motivation and positivity in people.
Raymond was a bit taken aback. He was not expecting an aggressive answer like this, but he liked it. What Adam said established him as a people's man instead of one who sits in castles and eats in luxury, wasting taxpayers' money.
"What about your wife, Lady Grace, who is also a scientist with her own groundbreaking discovery?" he asked.
Adam smiled, "Well, she is the shining star of my life. Her invention is really life-saving, and she does the same every single day in the operation room. I am so proud of her that I can't describe it. She's also focused on creating better ways to treat heart-related problems, so she's not much into the high-class dinner and gatherings. I mean, if she's able to save a few more lives at the cost of not going to dinner then there is no point in blaming her of anything."
"Of course, sir. We are now nearing the end of this interview. Last question, what are your real goals?" Raymond asked.
Adam looked at Raymon's face, and then at the camera, "Well, I want to launch the first electric battery-powered car, and keep on innovating until it becomes affordable by everyone in this country. Now my only wish is that this economic slowdown can go away and people can start living a better life again. Thank you."
"A very visionary dream. I wish you a lot of luck with your plans and success. And pray for this country's well being."
With a few more flattery and words, the interview ended. The effect of Adam's interview was that the image of the crown became a bit better. People who considered them useless at least saw Adam and Grace as very important people who were giving back to the country more than anyone else.
...
Nicolas' House.
Magnus looked at the television, and the interview just ended. Nicolas laughed after it ended.
"Haha, you lot are very smart, fully know how to use public sentiment in your favour. I bet now your father will become the most loved Royal, and your mother will be the goddess of healing in their eyes," he said.
Magnus chilled on the sofa, "It's good then. The better the image of the monarchy, the better for me."
"But what if they will like Adam more than you?" Mrs Flamel asked.
Magnus smiled, "For that, I'm going to blow the world's mind by creating a few things that will affect everybody's lives. OH! Professor, from daily life I remembered, can you help me make this new wireless phone magic proof? So I can use it to call even in the magical world?"
Nicolas took the phone with interest, "You are saying this small thing can let me talk to people?"
Magnus nodded, "YES!"
"BWAHAHA... you are 500 years early to fool me, boy. Go away now and study. Huh, talk with this little thing. Humans are not that developed yet." He scoffed at the small phone.
Magnus took out another phone from the bag and called the phone in Nicolas's hand.
*TRING TRING*
Magnus looked at Nicolas' face with a taunting smile and said, "It seems your muggle knowledge is outdated. This is the future, old man."
"THIS... THIS IS LIKE! MAGIC!" Nicolas exclaimed.
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A lion never fears anybody. He goes wherever he wants, he f*cks whomever he wants. For he, is the king of the jungle. And I am the king of kings, the emperor of lions. Muhahaha...
"Meowhahahaha..." Chad laughed while proudly sitting on the top of the mansion's chimney which was the highest point of the building. It was very good for looking at the surroundings. His black hair fluttered in the air as he basked in the sunlight.
"CHAD, COME HERE," Grace shouted from down in the garden. She was pregnant and had decided to spend time at home, go to the office only in big emergencies. She would sit and talk with the nurse, Abe, George and Dobby. Even Martha visited every day now since she found out about the pregnancy. The nurse was just made to see illusions. Martha was a very strong witch after all.
Besides this, Grace's mum was also coming to them. Thankfully, she was told about the magical world much earlier, just after Magnus left for Hogwarts.
Chad looked down, ~But no matter how strong the lion becomes, he should always be good to mummy dearest.~
He masterfully climbed down and went to Grace and asked, "Meow?"
Grace picked him up and hugged him tight, "Aw my cute little furball."
A normal cat would of course hate being treated like this, but he especially loved it.
Then, Grace tied a small cute backpack on his back. "Chad my sweetie, you know what to do, right?"
Of course, he did. This was his greatest responsibility, his honour. He was to go to the nearby pharmacy and bring some medicine every week. Since the owner of the shop had a child who graduated from Hogwarts he didn't find it strange for Chad to do such elaborate tasks.
Chad was to go to the shop, give the list, take the money Change and bring back the Medicine in his tiny cute bag.
What was in it for him, you ask? Well, he would get lots and lots of pats, scratches and special tasty treats.
Chad dutifully nodded his head at Grace, with his round big eyes turning serious.
And then, off he went. Like a silent assassin on a mission, jumping over one wall to another. Looking for any dangers from the incoming metal beasts that eat and poop humans all the time.
Ah, he had experienced it. The beast's insides were spacious but he hated it. How can a mighty lion accept being devoured?
Lazily but while enjoying the view he reached the small pharmacy. There was another reason that Chad liked to come to the shop. There was another cat. She was a white cat that had a lot of fur and flexibility. It was love at first sight for Chad and he's been trying to mate it with her for a long time.
However, the damn shop also had two dogs who were Dobermans, although he was a pretty strong cat the dogs were still scary. He had planned that the next time Duck comes, he is going to bring him along to the pharmacy to scare the dogs.
"Meow" he reached the shop and handed over the list of medicine then he waited at the counter, admiring the beauty of the other cat at the shop.
A while later the shopkeeper put the medicine back in his bag and ruffled his head. This was the signal that his work was done.
"Meowoo..." He said bye and skipped back towards home.
"CHAD, YOU LITTLE TWAT!"
All of a sudden Chad heard someone call his name. He looked around himself to see who dared to utter the name of this mighty lion.
But, soon he found it was some kids in the playground. There was one little boy who fell on the ground, and some others had surrounded him.
"This is our playground, you cannot play here without our permission." The boys said.
The one on the ground cried, "but... I just wanted to play in the sandbox."
"Chad Elvin, nobody gets to play here other than me. Do you see any other kids here?" The bully threatened him.
Our mighty Chad looked at the situation and realised the poor boy also has the same name as him. And that he was being bullied. How could he allow such a thing to happen in his area, this would be a shame to him name otherwise.
He proudly walked over and jumped on the head of the boy named Chad. ~WHAT'S GOING ON HERE?~
Chad loudly asked the boys. Though what it sounded like in his mind didn't sound like in reality. "MEOW?"
"Haha, look at this cat. What's on your back? Give it to us." They tried to catch Chad instead and retaliating to this, Chad launched his mighty claw(read paw) strike at everyone's faces.
"MEOW MEOW MEOW!"
Chad jumped, ~YOU LITTLE HUMAN RUNTS! MUDA! MUDA! MUDA! MUDA!~
A barrage of scratches appeared on the many 9-year-old kids, they fell back on their butts and started crying loudly. But Chad did not stop, after defeating them, he threw dirt on them from the ground with his hind legs, as if a dog throwing sand after it pooped.
Then, with a proud, slightly uplifted face, he walked to the poor boy Chad. "MEOW!"
~BE STRONG, BOY! You must be your own hero.~
Of course, nobody understood his words. But Chad Elvin looked at the cat with worship. Chad too, stood proudly, in his mind, he looked like a majestic slim and smart cat.
But, the reality is often disappointing and much different. Though it did not matter right now.
*HUG*
"Thank you mister cat... AH! Your name is also Chad? Hehe..." The boy hugged the cat and read the name on his collar.
Chad let the boy hug him, after all, their names were the same, but still, all humans other than Grant family were beneath him. So he only let the hug last 5 seconds.
The bullies just ran away while crying and calling their mothers, each had a red face with a few scratch scars. Good luck trying to blame the cat of the Royal family.
Chad decided to go back now. He didn't want Grace to worry about him.
"MWAAA..." He waved at the boy and started leaving.
"MR KITTY! WAIT..." the boy turned sad. Chad did not stop and continued.
*INTENSE CAR BREAKS*
Adam suddenly appeared driving on the road, he was going home it seemed. He stopped the car and picked Chad up. "Oh, a trip to the pharmacy ha? Good boy."
Adam took him to put him in the car. But as they were leaving, Chad looked towards the boy from over Adam's shoulder.
Cat Chad and Human Chad's eyes met with each other. "MEOWOO!"
Cat Chad showed a thumbs up with his paws. Immediately cheering the boy up and filling him with happiness. The boy nodded and ran back home, with a firm decision to never be bullied again. That he would exercise and become the best and the strongest Chad in the world.
"What were you doing there, Chad?" Adam asked while driving home. Of course, he couldn't understand but that didn't stop Chad from intensely explaining everything with his meows and paw movements.
Adam just nodded, "Hmm, must be intense."
...
Nicolas' House
"So, time turners can not take you more than 5 hours back in time?" Magnus asked.
Nicolas shook his head, "It can take you further back, but you should not go more than 5 hours. There will be catastrophic things if you do it. I still remember the events of 1899."
Ragnar and Magnus were interested, "What had happened?"
Nicolas laid back on his seat and started giving a lecture, "All attempts to travel back further than a few hours have resulted in catastrophic harm to the witch or wizard involved. It was not realised for many years why time travellers travelling over great distances never survived their journeys. But then something happened.
"All such experiments have been abandoned since 1899, when Eloise Mintumble became trapped, for a period of five days, in the year 1402. Later we found out that her body had aged five centuries in her return to the present and, irreparable damage had occurred to her body, she died in St Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries shortly after we managed to retrieve her. What is more, her five days in the distant past caused great disturbance to the life paths of all those she met, changing the course of their lives so dramatically that no fewer than twenty-five of their descendants vanished in the present, having been "un-born".
"Finally, there were alarming signs, during the days following Madam Mintumble's recovery, that time itself had been disturbed by such a serious breach of its laws. Tuesday following her reappearance lasted two and a half full days, whereas Thursday shot by four hours. The Ministry of Magic had a great deal of trouble in covering this up and since that time, the most stringent laws and penalties have been placed around those studying time travel.
"Just as the human mind cannot comprehend time, it cannot comprehend the damage that will ensue if we presume to tamper with its laws. Time is the last thing any wizard should try to mess with, because no matter what, the laws of the universe are supreme, and they always win."
"But, how did you retrieve her? Didn't that need someone to go back in the past too?" Magnus inquired.
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1 Stone = 1 Chad's favourite Banana. [Effect: Makes you healthy and agile enough to walk on narrow paths and climb walls. Best of all, you become the mighty lion, or at least that's what you will think.]
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