Foronce, Harry had to admit defeat. He picked up what seemed to be the smallest bottleand discreetly asked the price. He was glad to get away with a mere twenty poundsand he beat a hasty retreat, clutching the precious bottle under his arm.

　　25.For once, Harry had to admit defeat.

　　哈里只好认输。

　　26.He picked up what seemed to be the smallest bottle and discreetly asked the price.

　　他挑出一个看上去最小的瓶子，谨慎地问了价。

　　27.He was glad to get away with a mere twenty pounds and he beat a hasty retreat,clutching the precious bottle under his arm.

　　他庆幸自己只破费了20英镑便得以脱身。他把那宝贵的瓶子放在腋下夹着，溜之大吉。