Ex-Auror Manannán and the Tear of Ra

-Chapter Five- Bergmane Family Tree

The start of the next day brought a bitterly cold wind, it reminded Oliver of his early childhood home, and of Hogwarts. The young Manannán grew up not too far from the school of witchcraft and wizardry. That was until his dad passed away and his mum took the drastic step of packing up and selling off the family estate. They then moved to a similar, though slightly newer home in Devon, England - Postbridge Manor.

It wasn't unusual for Oliver to go for a morning run; however, it was strange for him to go for one alone. He was missing the companionship of his three faithful canines. They would have loved these woods, he thought to himself. Running in-between the tall trees, the wizard felt the adrenaline rushing through his veins. The chill in the air was not felt, as sweat poured from his brow. Running for over an hour, he sensed that the rest of the occupants of the castle would now be up. It was time to start his investigation in to the stolen sword of Bergmane.

After taking an extremely tepid shower, changing clothes, Oliver made his way to the castle's library. As he entered the remarkably exquisite library and with what appeared to be an incredibly extensive repertoire, he was slightly surprised to see Jynx sat at a desk, with an unimpressed expression.

'I thought you were an early starter?' She remarked upon seeing him.

'I am, I just went for a run. I thought everyone else was still asleep.' Said Oliver, as he made his way towards the witch.

'I've been here for nearly an hour. I thought I would get started writing down everything I've done and tried so far.'

Looking around and marvelling at the tall shelves of books, the ex-Auror couldn't remember the last time he had access to such a magnificent space.

'This is quite something.' Said Oliver, in awe.

Jynx looked around following Oliver's gaze.

'Yes, it's an impressive collection.'

Oliver then took up a seat at the table, he glanced over at the book that the witch was reading. An old, but immaculate copy of the Potion Opuscule by Arsenius Jigger, lay open. Oliver knew what it was instantly.

'Potion Opuscule! Looking for a specific potion to overcome your location problem?' Asked Oliver.

'I have used every charm and spell I know to locate that sword. And none of them worked. There's clearly some form of protective hex. I thought there might be a potion to help overcome it.' She replied.

'There are a few in there. But not sure we have to go that heavy handed just yet.' The ex-Auror spoke with confidence, he had read that book over twenty times, and he knew it inside and out. Arsenius Jigger was one of his favourite authors. He had original copies of his two published reference books, as well compendiums on essays and contributions for various publications. He even had one of the three journals known to be written by the respected wizard.

'Let's go over what you've done. Maybe fresh eyes will see something overlooked.' Said Oliver, sounding genuine and sincere.

'I have used the Vestigium Revelio charm, but it produced nothing. I attempted the Suscipium Invenire spell but it didn't do anything, I simply apparated on the spot. A used a couple other similar location spells but nothing. The only thing that has produced any kind of result was the Luxeperire charm.'

'Interesting, seems like the standard approach. I doubt any of the other location spell would work if Suscipium Invenire didn't. Curious to see what the Luxeperire produced.' Replied Oliver, as he leaned back and looked blankly upwards.

'I'll show you. It's weird. I've never seen anything like it. I wonder if you have during your Auror days.' Said Jynx, as she stood up.

Reaching over to a large cabinet she pulled out a large rolled up map. She passed it to Oliver.