Bagman obviously wanted to use Quidditch as a topic to enhance his relationship with John.

It's a pity that his flattery fell on the horse's leg.

John has no interest in Quidditch at all.

Bagman obviously realized this after being politely rejected.

He didn't feel embarrassed at all, and quickly changed the subject and continued to 'fire' at John. The intensity of flattery was far greater than that of the previous officials, but it made John feel a bit cunning.

Judging from John's experience, this kind of people generally have very urgent needs and want to ask for help from others.

As he expected, after chatting for a while, his true colors were revealed.

"Want to place a bet on the game, John?"

He asked eagerly, making the pockets of his yellow and black robe jingle. It seemed that there were a lot of gold coins in it, "Many people have already participated, and there are many categories. You can vote for anything you want..."

Bagman introduced eloquently.

He also strongly recommended John and others to vote for the Irish team to win.

According to common sense, generally the teams highly recommended by guys like Bagman are not favored by others.

But John still invested a thousand galleons in the Irish team.

Because he vaguely remembered that Krum's Bulgarian team in the original book failed to win this time.

This is a guaranteed winning deal.

In addition to him, George and Fred also handed over a few galleons they had saved hard despite their father's objections.

Bagman was crazy with joy.

He began to praise John more enthusiastically.

Percy despised his behavior.

In his view, a sycophantic loser like Bagman was not worthy of being an official of the Ministry of Magic.

In comparison, Mr. Crouch is a big man worthy of his admiration and learning.

Just as he was thinking about it, a familiar figure appeared in his field of vision and walked slowly towards them.

Percy couldn't believe his eyes.

Because that person is none other than the Director of the Department of International Magical Cooperation, Barty Crouch.

"Mr. Crouch!"

Percy was so excited that he couldn't even breathe. He leaned forward and bowed, which made him look like a hunchback. "I didn't expect to see you here!"

His voice was so loud that the attention of John and others was attracted.

Crouch was even more shocked.

He looked at Percy, as if thinking about something.

After a while, he said uncertainly:

"So you're here too, Weatherby?"

Percy was stunned for a moment, his mouth slightly opened, as if he was demented.

"Pfft haha——"

George and Fred couldn't help laughing.

Michelle, Harry and others laughed even more wildly.

Mr. Crouch shook his head, passed Percy and walked directly towards John.

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Shafiq."

He said calmly.

"Me too, Mr. Crouch."

John responded.

While talking, the two held hands together.
Chapter completed!