After the lengthy meeting with the queen, Maverick and Michael drove straight home. By the time they arrived, it was already ten in the evening. It had been a month and a half since Maverick had last been home, and before he could get any rest, he knew he had to explain everything to his mother.
He didn’t outright lie, but it took some careful navigation to convey the truth in a way she would accept. His father was no help; the man simply left it all to him. It was a good thing tooâ€...
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The queen gave Jacob a brief nod before her attention changed to the remaining items on the desk.
Three shiny, official-looking badges rested atop sealed envelopes, and beside them was a single, small booklet. The badges, with their unmistakable designs, clearly resembled those used by law enforcement, while the booklet was unmistakably a passport.
The queen placed her hand on one of the badges and fixed her gaze on Maverick.
"United Kingdom Criminal Investigation Departm...
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Woosh!
A fist shot toward Maverick’s chest.
Maverick sidestepped, the punch missing by inches. He spun on his heel to dodge the next swing, then hopped back lightly onto the platform.
“Almost had me there, Wilson,” he said, a teasing grin on his face.
Wilson grunted, both frustrated and annoyed. His silence made it clear this wasn’t their first time fighting. Without a word, he lunged again, faster and more aggressively than before.
He closed the dis...
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After another hour's drive, Maverick and Isabella returned from their visit to Diagon Alley.
They saw the car their mothers had taken, but just as Maverick had guessed, their fathers were still out doing their own thing.
When they entered, they found both mothers busy in the kitchen, likely preparing dinner for the evening. Thankfully, they didn’t ask many questions and simply told them to relax and wait. It was a clear sign of their trust in their children.
It wasn’t...
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The shop was obviously larger on the inside, filled with shades of pink. The curtains, walls, and even many of the robes on display were all in that color. There weren’t many people inside—just a couple of witches, and no wizards in sight.
They spent a while browsing, with Isabella trying on robes and dresses, while Maverick offered feedback on each one. To be honest, she looked beautiful in everything she tried on.
Not long after, McGonagall and Skyler entered the shop afte...
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Once they were alone in the car on the way to the Leaky Cauldron, Maverick finally asked Isabella what their mothers had been talking about.
Everything! Isabella’s mother had spilled all the beans, with Isabella stuck sitting awkwardly between them. Maverick thought that if it were him, he would have no problem faking a faint to get out of it.
He was glad to hear that his mom was okay with their relationship.
Her only worry had been that Isabella was still in school, but a...
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"I took him on as my apprentice," Edward said. "Kept who he was a secret and asked Mike not to tell anyone."
Fudge blinked, a bit taken aback. "You... took him as an apprentice? The son of Britain’s prime minister?"
Edward nodded. "Yes. He’s talented, and I saw potential in him. Where he’s from or what family he belongs to doesn’t matter to me."
Fudge could only gulp at Edward’s straightforward confidence. He had no argument, after all—no rules were broken.
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"Your Majesty, may I ask what the benefits are that you just mentioned?" Maverick asked.
The queen sensed that her persuasion was finally working. She straightened up, her gaze steady as she continued.
"The Double Zero Squad is an elite and covert group, under my direct command. There can only ever be nine agents, from 001 to 009. They handle missions of the highest stakes—missions directly tied to national security.
“"In this squad, there are three non-magical and th...
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London, United Kingdom.
"Hon, what time did you say they were arriving?"
"Around noon, Michael. It should be morning over there now. They'll be here any time."
Inside the Caesar family house in London, Maverick’s parents were making final preparations, ready to welcome guests into their home.
"So, he's finished with his studies there?" Ariel asked, carefully adjusting a vase on the table.
"Hmm... that's what Ed told me," Michael replied, casting a quick gl...
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Maverick saw Edward standing beside his desk, with a few items placed on top of it. He couldn't focus on them, his mind too anxious.
Edward raised an eyebrow and smirked. "What, you think I brought you here to scold you or something?" he asked, joking.
Maverick sensed the lighthearted tone in his voice, and his anxiety slowly began to ease.
"Relax... honestly, little Rick, I meant every word I said." Edward spoke more openly now that they were alone. "You have no idea how...
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Silvia left to make her call to London, leaving Edward alone with Maverick and Isabella.
Edward looked at the two sitting there with their heads down, looking nervous. The silence in the room grew heavier with each passing second.
Some time passed like that, and finally, he couldn’t take it. He cleared his throat, and couldn’t help but smirk a little seeing the two in front of him visibly tense up.
“So… you two are now…?” he began, leaving the sentenc...
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Maverick walked down the stairs, getting himself ready for the conversation ahead. He knew that Isabella’s mother had likely noticed something about their relationship, but her father—who was also Maverick’s teacher—either hadn’t noticed or didn’t mind.
He felt fairly confident that his teacher wouldn’t mind if his relationship with Isabella went beyond just friendship.
A few days ago, during their awkward lunch, Isabella mentioned that most men who showed interest...
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Maverick stood outside Isabella's room, hesitating before softly knocking.
"Bella, can I come in?" he called gently.
"Go away..." her voice answered from within, shaky and full of emotion.
"I just want to explain—"
"There’s nothing to talk about," she interrupted, her voice heavy with frustration. "Just... go away. I’m tired..."
Maverick sighed and pushed forward. "I'm coming in, Bella..." He turned the doorknob and opened the door.
"No! Go away...
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“Maverick… Maverick!”
“Huh?” Maverick blinked, pulled from his thoughts by Silvia’s voice.
“Lost in thought, huh?” she asked, noticing as he scratched his head. “Sorry, I just… remembered something.”
“Really…?” She raised an eyebrow, her tone skeptical at first, then playful. “So?”
“So…?” Maverick replied, looking confused.
"I was asking if you’d mentioned your travel plans to Isabella—that you’ll be leaving soon."...
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Author's Note:
The next few chapters were a bit of a challenge to write. Romance will be introduced, so if that's not your thing, feel free to skip ahead. However, it plays an important role in the overall plot. I'll include a summary at the beginning of the next arc to catch everyone up.
P.S. No R18.
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Three days later.
Maverick, Edward, and Silvia sat around the breakfast table, enjoying the most important meal of the day. The smell of crispy ...
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[ Item: Magical Suitcase ]
[ Extraordinary Characteristic: Expanded Space. ]
[ Grade: Excellent. ]
Sure enough, the grading came back as Excellent, and a wide grin spread across Maverick’s face.
He recognized that prompt—it reminded him of the times he’d touched bags enchanted with Undetectable Extension Charms.
However, all those magical objects, including the storage ring his teacher Edward had given him, only had the Basic grade characteristic.
...
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Garling Residence.
It was almost noon. The sun was bright, and a cool breeze drifted in from the nearby coast. The trees swayed gently, their leaves rustling like a quiet song, adding a peaceful vibe around the two-story house.
Then, the air in front of the house began to ripple, and out of nowhere, a tear spread through space, stretching and widening until it formed a shadowy, dark frame.
Five people stepped through: two men, a woman, a young boy, and a girl. The boy clu...
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Over an hour had passed, and Maverick was throwing everything he had into the fight. Spell after spell flew from him—some silent, some without even a wand.
He poured raw Magical-Energy into every move, using the fast, brutal techniques he had picked up over the past few months of training.
He was a blur, dodging, striking, spinning, pushing every trick his teacher had drilled into him. But nothing worked.
With each failed attempt, frustration grew inside Maverick.
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On top of a towering cliff on the southwest coast of St. Matthew Island, two figures stood in a tense standoff—a middle-aged man and a young man, just a few meters apart.
Above, the sky churned with dark clouds and below, waves slammed into jagged rocks, sending icy sprays of seawater shooting high into the air. The wind, sharp and bitter with salt, whipped at their cloaks, carrying the raw, wild scent of the sea.
The younger one gripped his wand tightly, eyes locked on the ol...
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Garling Residence, Basement Training Ground
"I know that look. Seen it before. But before we dive into the art of dueling, I want to ask a few things."
In the center of the training ground, Edward and Maverick stood facing each other, a few feet apart. Maverick’s excitement was obvious—this was his first time getting actual hands-on practice in magic, and with a master teacher no less. He nodded, signaling he was all ears.
"So, tell me,” Edward began, “what do you...
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Maverick quickly got to know the younger students while Edward pulled Sarah and Simon aside for a quick chat.
The teens, who were Edward’s students, took turns introducing themselves to Maverick, giving the basics this time.
Maverick gave them his “story” too, about how he’d been learning from Edward since he was six. They were a little surprised when he mentioned his dad was Britain’s Prime Minister—but only mildly curious. They didn’t pry.
He didn’t hid...
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High up on the peak of Mount Greylock in the northeastern U.S., stands the majestic Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. While Hogwarts looked more like a medieval castle, Ilvermorny was more of a modern, magical mansion.
It had soaring towers, sprawling wings, and an intriguing fusion of European and Native American magic. Enchanted protections keep it hidden from the No-Majs (that’s American slang for Muggles), making sure it stays out of sight, often wrapped in ...
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After a nice, cold shower, Maverick joined the Garling family for dinner, feeling refreshed and ready.
He had to admit—this place was next level. The house was massive, practically screaming "wizard wealth," yet Silvia had somehow managed to whip up dinner herself.
Usually, influential wizarding families had house elves to handle these things but he hadn’t seen any signs of them so far — none of them bustling around. It was just Silvia, rolling up her sleeves and going fu...
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Outside the VIP complex at Heathrow, three sleek black SUVs sat in a tight row, their police lights flashing red and blue across the quiet terminal. No sirens, no rush—just that low hum of serious business in the air.
The doors of the front and back SUVs opened first, and three men in sharp black suits stepped out from each. They moved with practiced precision, taking up positions around the middle vehicle.
One of the men from the front SUV, his face calm but alert, walked ove...
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Maverick had his focus on the newest addition to his system panel.
The spell, Illusio Lunam Lectorem, was listed under the spells, meaning he could increase its proficiency using system points.
Without hesitation, he willed the plus sign, and the system displayed the expected notification.
[ Spend 10 poins to increase the proficiency of Illusio Lunam Lectorem to intermediate proficiency? ]
[YES] [NO]
Maverick chose YES, and a surge of information floode...
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"Tell me, little Rick, have you ever heard of a spell that can trap someone in a true illusion?"
Maverick paused, considering his answer. "You mean like a Confusion Charm?"
"Hmm… Yes, in a way," Edward replied, nodding thoughtfully. "But this is something different. I’m talking about a true illusion—a spell that goes beyond that."
Maverick furrowed his brow, digging through his memories. He recalled the spells he had learned, and spells from...
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Located 183 miles west-northwest of Nunivak Island, St. Matthew Island is a remote, uninhabited island in the Bering Sea, Alaska, under the administration of the United States.
Two figures suddenly appeared in a grassy area a few miles from the coast. Although the landscape was green with grass, the temperature hovered just a few degrees above freezing.
-Cough, Cough Cough.
Maverick couldn’t help but cough, overwhelmed by the unpleasant sensation he’d just experience...
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“Little Rick! You’ve grown taller.” Before Maverick could fully process what had just happened, Edward pulled him into a hearty embrace.
"Uh... Uncle Ed... It's good to see you..." Maverick returned the hug, though with a bit of hesitation, still unsettled by the surreal experience.
As Edward released him, he placed his hands firmly on Maverick’s shoulders and gave him a good look. Maverick, trying to conceal his nervousness, met his uncle’s gaze.
By now, Maveri...
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“Okay, son, I need to think about this… a lot,” Michael said, his voice steady but edged with concern. “I need to think this through... Really think it through. I’ll make some calls and see what I can do. In the meantime, you stay put. I don’t want you going back until we’ve figured this out.”
His son nodded. “Got it, Dad. Take your time. Honestly, I don’t plan on going back anytime soon. I need at least a month to clear my head. Six months straight of studying...
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The room fell silent after Maverick finished telling his story. He had mixed truth with lies, deliberately hiding the real details of his system. Even though much of it was fabricated, he made the story sound convincing enough to be believable.
Ariel sat quietly, her hands shaking, eyes wide with disbelief.
Her husband stayed calm, but the look in his eyes gave him away. He was clearly thinking hard about what his son had just revealed.
"So, you’ve been living there for...
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