Chapter 9

Finally, there is the mall interface.

The universal currency here is still gems, but everything is very expensive. Even the cheapest item, the Marauder's Map from Hogwarts, requires over a thousand gems.

However, the items in this interface are also very diverse. As long as it is a magical item that exists in the Harry Potter world, it can be purchased here. The more difficult it is to obtain in reality, the higher the price. For example, the Philosopher's Stone costs 500,000 gems, and the Deathly Hallows cost over 10 million gems.

In addition to magical items, you can also buy young magical creatures here, though they are not cheap either. Common creatures like Bowtruckles cost the same as the Marauder's Map.

From Phineas's perspective, many items are better obtained in reality rather than purchased in the mall. After all, gems can be used to exchange for passes, and passes represent progress in magical skills.

However, this does not mean that the mall interface is useless. Not only does it sell magical items and magical creatures, but it also sells spells. A specific spell costs 10,000 gems here. At the rate of 160 gems per pass, this is roughly equivalent to 62 draws of magic.

However, using 62 draws to get a specific rare spell is still useful to some extent.

Moreover, the spells that can be purchased are not limited to this world. Spells from other magical worlds can also be bought in this mall.

In other words, as long as Phineas has enough gems, he can rely on these spells to become the most powerful wizard, which is in line with the name of this system, the Strongest Wizard System.

After checking the system, Phineas felt much better. At least his hope for the future was clearer.

Since he learned that he was the third son of the Black family, he had been in a state of tension. Even though he had been working hard to strengthen his power over the past nine years, the fear in his heart still existed.

The fear of the future return of Voldemort, and the fear of the pure-blood families who kill without spilling blood and eat without leaving bones.

Fortunately, he now saw hope. Whether it is the mission system or the school chest, they will be his main goals in the future, and the ultimate goal is, of course, to become the so-called strongest, at least to be able to protect himself.

"Kreacher!"

"Master,"

With Phineas's call, Kreacher appeared by his side.

"Go to Diagon Alley and buy the things I need. Oh, by the way, take me to the Magical Creatures Shop first. I need a pet, and I don't think one owl is enough."

"Yes, Master."

After Phineas gave his instructions, Kreacher took him to the Magical Creatures Shop on the south side of Diagon Alley.

Unlike the Eeylops Owl Emporium across the street, which sells owls and related equipment and food, the Magical Creatures Shop sells many creatures. Besides common owls, cats, and toads, it also sells magical creatures like Puffskeins, Fire Crabs, and Transforming Rabbits.

Of course, ordinary creatures like ravens are also sold here, and occasionally, magical creatures like Nifflers and Bowtruckles appear, but they sell out quickly as soon as they are put on the shelf.

The environment of the two shops is also different. The Owl Emporium is much darker due to the nature of owls.

The Magical Creatures Shop, on the other hand, is much brighter, but it can feel crowded due to the large number of animals. The walls are lined with various cages.

"Oh, Mr. Phineas Black, welcome to our shop."

The female shop assistant recognized Phineas as soon as she saw Kreacher, who was carrying the Black family crest, bring him here.

Although Phineas had not been active in the magical world for many years, he was the only one who could openly use the Black family crest in the current magical world.

"Hello, I need a pet. Do you have any recommendations?"

Phineas was not surprised that the shop assistant recognized him. If he did not want to be recognized, he would not have let Kreacher carry the box.

The shop assistant looked at Phineas, hesitated for a moment, and said,

"Well, Mr. Black, if I am not mistaken, you should be of the age to attend Hogwarts. First-year students at Hogwarts are only allowed to bring owls, cats, or toads. Personally, I do not recommend toads. They are outdated, and only exceptional potion masters would choose them."

Phineas nodded. Compared to the other two pets, wizards believe that toads have excellent detoxifying properties, and many parts of their bodies, including their toxins, are excellent potion ingredients. Therefore, only potion masters and their descendants choose toads as pets nowadays.

The shop assistant continued,

"Owls, I assume your family would not lack them. So, if you really want a pet to bring to Hogwarts, I suggest a cat or a more friendly magical creature, like a Puffskein. Many young girls like this creature, or perhaps the Niffler? It was just delivered this morning and is very lively."

Phineas shook his head and looked around, saying,

"I'll take a look myself."

The shop assistant nodded, took a few steps back, and closed the shop door, saying,

"You can take your time. No one will disturb you."

Phineas did not mind and casually nodded, then began to carefully observe the animals in the shop.

He also saw the Niffler the shop assistant mentioned. It was the last Niffler in the shop, covered in black fur of the perfect length with no signs of illness. Its snout was also well-shaped. The only issue was a single patch of white fur on its forehead, which made it look a bit odd.

However, this oddity caught Phineas's attention, though he did not intend to buy the Niffler.

Nifflers are cute and gentle, but they are particularly interested in shiny objects. They will destroy everything around them to find shiny items, so they are not suitable as household pets.

However, raising a Niffler has its advantages. They are very good at finding treasures and are sensitive to light in dark environments.