"If two people can go together, or even with good friends, then the adventure called death will be even more anticipated."
Karl scratched his head, a little embarrassed, as he had only said it casually at the time.
The people who truly deserved thanks should be Dumbledore, and perhaps Elvis Heller.
"Uh—you don't have to be so polite!"
Let's get to the point quickly; if he keeps being so polite, Karl will feel too awkward to accept the gift.
No choice! Being thin-skinned is like this!
Nicolas Flamel pulled Karl to the workbench, then picked up two wooden boxes and handed them to him.
"My wife and I have prepared two gifts for you, one handmade by each of us. Which one do you like more?"
Karl: …
Can I like both? I can't offend either of you old folks!
While complaining inwardly, he quickly opened both wooden boxes.
One contained an armguard, simple in design and very grand in appearance.
The other contained a ring, completely black and unremarkable.
Karl looked curiously at Nicolas Flamel, waiting for him to introduce them.
"This armguard was inspired by the armor fragments Albus sent me. It can summon a magic shield to protect your safety."
"And the ring has a powerful Repelling Charm fixed on it by Perenelle, which can keep danger away from you."
Nicolas Flamel patted Karl's shoulder, "Albus told me that you are also going to Tara Hill in Ireland, so we hope they can provide you with some help."
At this point, he revealed a cunning smile again, "If you encounter danger, remember to hide behind Albus and Grindelwald. Anyway, they're both old, what do you say?"
Karl: …
What the old man said was both touching and amusing.
"Hmm! I think that makes a lot of sense!"
Nicolas Flamel chuckled, gesturing for Karl to try on the armguard and ring to test their effects.
Karl didn't hesitate and quickly equipped them.
The armguard was worn on his left hand, just covering his wrist, and didn't affect him putting away or taking out things.
With a thought, a transparent rectangular shield appeared.
Ah, is this that woman?
Karl increased his magical input, and the transparent shield grew larger again, accompanied by a slight electric sound.
Very good! Now all he needs is a hammer!
Heroes Assemble! Take my hammer!
He could already imagine himself holding a shield and protecting his teammates.
He could even cosplay Braum and say a few lines: "Stand behind Karl! My shield is with you!"
After putting away the magic shield, Karl raised his right hand, wearing the ring, and threw a direct punch.
"Whoosh!"
A strong wind howled, and the immense force knocked over the shelves in the distance.
This familiar scene made Karl instantly recall Ollivander's wand shop.
"Listen—I'm sorry!"
"It's alright, that's perfectly normal. Albus did the same thing back then."
Nicolas Flamel waved his wand indifferently, restoring everything to its original state.
"How is it? Do you like it?"
Karl nodded like a pecking chick, "I love them! These two gifts are amazing!"
"Mr. Flamel, do they have names?"
Nicolas Flamel thought for a moment, "Let's call them the Resisting Armguard and the Ring of Distancing."
"They don't sound very cool."
"Because these are blessings from Perenelle and me. We hope you can resist all harm and stay away from all dangers."
Just as Karl was feeling touched, he heard the old man add another sentence.
"So, which one do you like more? You're not allowed to say both, because this determines who sleeps on the sofa tonight, Perenelle or I."
Karl: …
Am I also part of your public display of affection?
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