Hogwarts starts with stealing power.

Wake up the next morning.

Mikel immediately felt refreshed, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his body, and he no longer felt that floating sensation.

He took his temperature, and sure enough, his fever had subsided.

He tried to stand up and walked around the school clinic several times without feeling any discomfort.

Mikel felt as if he had fully recovered his energy after a good night's sleep, and was as strong as an ox.

Later, he opened the system panel and observed his status, only to find that his feeling was correct.

According to the system logs, after a night of repairs and at the cost of some experience points, his physical condition has returned to its peak.

In addition, he was also disturbed by the evil god's ramblings last night, but the system's defense mechanism resisted it.

Mikel frowned when he saw the system log.

He asked the system in his mind, "System, in the past, you always had to ask me before using experience points to do something. Why didn't you ask me this time?"

The system's mechanical voice quickly sounded in my mind: "The host was detected to be in a coma at the time. The highest level of command will be used to remove all obstacles for the host by default."

But Mikel was not satisfied with this explanation and continued to press, "Why didn't you tell me this before?"
There have been a few times before when I've had sudden emergencies while I'm unconscious, but you'll consult my subconscious and only activate your defenses after receiving my response.

The system's cold, mechanical voice sounded again—

"After testing, it was found that when the host was in crisis, although he fell into a coma, his subconscious was still very active and he was in a semi-comatose state. Therefore, we can ask the host questions first."

However, the host's coma yesterday was a complete coma, with no consciousness, which is why the system defaulted to the highest level of command.

It sounded reasonable, but Mikel still felt something was off, though he couldn't quite put his finger on it, since he had indeed lost consciousness yesterday.

He was unaware that when he lost consciousness, the system could manipulate experience points and take complete control of his body.

This means that, under certain circumstances, the system can make decisions for him.

All we need to do is make Mikel's consciousness unconscious.

"Oh, darling, you look so energetic today. Let me check your body."

Mrs. Pomfrey's surprised voice rang in my ears.

Mikel looked up and saw her standing at the door of the school infirmary, looking at him with a surprised expression and covering her mouth with her hand.

After a series of examinations, Mrs. Pomfrey concluded that Mikel was in excellent mental condition, better than many ordinary wizards, and immediately allowed him to be discharged.

As soon as he was discharged from the hospital, he went to class. During the break, he went to Professor McGonagall to cancel his sick leave and also submitted the application report that Lin Xia had told him about the day before.

McGonagall took the report, glanced at it casually, and pressed her hand down on it.

She looked up at Mikel; the transparent glasses with gold frames covered half of the professor's face, but they couldn't hide the concern in her eyes.

McGonagall asked, "Harry came to me before, asking if I could apply to the school for some magical artifacts that could resist the whispers of evil gods. He used a gem before and it worked quite well. He wanted to help you borrow it."

Unfortunately, the gem is still charging. If you're not feeling well today, I'm prepared to ask the school to let me know and borrow another artifact.

Mikel said, "Professor, I'm usually quite good at resisting the whispers of evil gods, but I've probably been feeling unwell these past few days, so my abilities have weakened considerably, and I've been disturbed by the whispers of evil gods."

But after my body recovered, I no longer felt those annoying cryptic murmurs, and I felt completely healed.

He paused, then said somewhat embarrassedly, "But I'm quite interested in artifacts that can resist anything beyond evil gods. If the school can help me apply for one in my name, I'd be happy to."

McGonagall shook her head solemnly: "If one type of energy is neutralized, then another type of energy must be paid in return. These artifacts..."

The professor paused, pondered for a moment, and said cautiously, "It should be said that all wondrous objects come at a price to be used, but some of these prices are so subtle that you won't even notice them."

If you can become immune to these things on your own, that's ideal. I don't recommend carrying these strange items with you; they could very well influence your judgment at a crucial moment and lead you to make the wrong decision.

Mikel suddenly thought of the system at that moment.

The system continuously issues tasks to him, allowing him to gain experience, which he can then exchange for various knowledge and skills.

This seems fair.

But are these trading rules really fair?

The rules are all set by the system, and Mikel is not sure whether the rules it sets are conventional.

Besides these daily tasks, does he have to give something he doesn't know about in order to receive the corresponding rewards from the system?

"As for your going to the research lab to handle some magical plants that need to be stored in a timely manner, I have approved that. I am only prohibiting you from doing research, but I am not preventing you from entering the lab."

McGonagall looked at Mikel earnestly and said, "The reason I'm preventing you from doing research for a month isn't to punish you, but so that you can reflect on your actions during this month."

"What can be done, what can't be done, what degree of research needs to be maintained... Mikel, I want you to know that you can't rush into anything. If you ruin your health, that would be a real loss."

Mikel nodded seriously. "Professor, I will reflect on my actions. I was indeed too hasty this time."

He smiled wryly and said, "Sometimes inspiration strikes and you can't stop it no matter what, forgetting to take proper rest."
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Lin Xia saw Mikel again in the laboratory.

She finished her research for the day and was about to go out when she ran into Mikel, who was resting in the common area.

Lin Xia raised an eyebrow and asked, "Mikel, are you feeling better now?"

Mikel was looking down at a book about the origins of runes.

Runes are also a type of ancient magical script. They are a language written on magical creatures and are also the symbolic language of nature.

Ancient shamans used runes to obtain powerful forces from heaven and earth.

However, Rune was too profound and obscure, and has gradually been lost over the long course of time.

In all of Britain, only Hogwarts offers a course specifically on ancient runes, teaching students to recognize runes.

Mikel looked up from his book, initially bewildered, then nodded in understanding.

"Yes, after Mrs. Pomfrey's rigorous testing, she determined that I could be discharged."

I went to class, and I also asked Professor McGonagall for permission to enter the lab. You're right, the professor only forbade me from doing research for a month, but he didn't forbid me from entering the lab.

She wanted me to give myself more time to think about what was truly the most important thing.

Lin Xia asked with slight interest, "A good punishment. Have you figured anything out yet?"

Mikel glanced at the book in his hand and nodded thoughtfully. "I'm starting to get a feel for it. I used to run too fast, only knowing the result, not the principle. I think I should stop and lay a more solid foundation."

Lin Xia felt that Mikel was somewhat different after this illness.

He actually took the initiative to ask her how to learn the ancient demon script and if she could give him a set of books.

In the past, Mikel was somewhat arrogant and wouldn't have taken the initiative to ask others for help with his studies, nor would he have been as polite as he is now.

She had just given Neville a reading list a few days ago, and that list would also apply to Mikel.

She tapped her wand lightly, writing several books in the air, and said, "Read these books first, understand all the principles, and then come back to me for advanced books. I will adjust what books you should read next based on your understanding."

Mikel said gratefully, "Thank you, Lin Xia."

Lin Xia shook her head: "It's nothing. Your joining my lab is an expansion of resources for me."

“Oh, right,” she thought for a moment, then brought up the incident of Hermione barging into his lab.

"After that incident, I discovered a major flaw in the lab's rules, which have now been fixed."

"All researchers must obtain my permission before opening other researchers' labs," I hope this won't leave you with any psychological trauma.

This time, Mikel spoke more openly: "Hermione has already mentioned it to me, and I don't blame her. I was too eager to do the experiment and was caught in the gap by the evil god's whispers."

Hermione was also influenced by the evil incantations emanating from me, wanting to know the results of my experiments; she wasn't acting rationally when she did those things.

"However, I hope this behavior will not happen again."

Mikel said very seriously, "If there is a second time, I may leave the lab, which would be a breach of contract by the lab."

Lin Xia immediately said, "This kind of thing will not happen a second time. If it does, I will terminate the contract with you without you having to tell me."

After their conversation, the two went together to the classroom where they would play a knowledge-based quiz game.

Harry and the others were already waiting in the classroom.

Upon seeing Mikel, they were all surprised and crowded around to ask him how he was doing.

They thought Mikel wouldn't make it to the test, but he did in the end.

Mikel said, “I’m fine. After Mrs. Pomfrey’s examination, she personally approved my discharge. I also went to Professor McGonagall to cancel my leave.”

"Lin Xia, is it really possible for a single lens to create such an immersive experience? Isn't that a bit too strange?"

Draco excitedly fiddled with the glasses in his hand, pulling Lin Xia aside to discuss them.

Lin Xia looked over and saw a pair of pure black glasses, with black frames and black lenses.

It's not the style of ordinary glasses; it's somewhat like black sunglasses, but it looks much cooler than regular sunglasses, with a much thicker stem than other glasses.

These glasses were placed on the table, one for each person.

Lin Xia picked up the glasses that were lying unused on the table, examined them carefully for a while, and then said:

"These glasses utilize many advanced alchemical techniques. They look small, but they are actually quite complex."

She sounded slightly surprised. "I thought Hogwarts would use a rather bulky head-mounted device to assist with the trivia games, but I didn't expect them to simplify it into a small pair of glasses."

Just this small pair of glasses would conservatively cost 50 Galleons to buy.

If you can disassemble the glasses, you'll find that they contain a lot of advanced technology.

Draco, who wasn't very familiar with alchemy, became even more excited upon hearing this.

"So it's alchemy? As expected of Hogwarts, their skills are truly extraordinary. If the school were to equip every student with a pair of these glasses, the cost would be considerable!"

But Lin Xia had a different idea.

The knowledge-based puzzle games are designed specifically for learning purposes, encouraging students to preview, review, and study independently, with a greater emphasis on learning itself.

However, if these sunglasses can truly make students feel immersed in the learning environment, blocking out all external distractions and allowing them to concentrate on their studies, then their function will extend beyond just academics.

It can also be used in other places, such as simulating battle scenarios, allowing wizards to immerse themselves in various combat methods.

For example, there's also a popular mini-game in the wizarding world—Wizard Chess.

If the glasses can connect the consciousnesses of two young wizards through a special frequency, they can play games together anytime, anywhere, even in other countries.

Upon reflection, Lin Xia realized that the applications of glasses were actually more widespread than those of knowledge-based puzzle games.

Glasses can improve the convenience of people's lives, while knowledge-based puzzle games may be able to bypass the restrictions of the evil god's ravings and allow more wizards to access more advanced knowledge. The only downside is that they learn more slowly.

While the young wizards were having an exciting discussion, a group of professors suddenly filed in through the door, each with a serious expression on their face.

Upon seeing this, the other young wizards immediately fell silent.

This group of students consisted only of top students, Harry and Ron who participated in the internal test, and some students who usually couldn't concentrate. They were all gathered together by the school to take the first internal test.

"I have already sent you the test requirements before, but I need to emphasize them to you again."

Professor McGonagall waved her wand, and a string of words appeared in the air, deeply imprinted in the minds of every wizard.

"Now, pick up your sunglasses, and we'll officially begin the test!"

The young wizards all put on sunglasses without prior arrangement.

Without them having to do anything, the sunglasses in front of them emitted a bright light.

The young wizards all felt dizzy.

But only for a short while, and soon another world appeared before their eyes, and the dizziness slowly disappeared.

"Welcome to the Hogwarts knowledge puzzle game! Please select a course according to your grade: First Year - Transfiguration, Potions..."

Second year – Defense Against the Dark Arts, History of Magic…

Third grade – Elective courses in divination and prophecy, and ancient runes…

Fourth Year - Intermediate Transfiguration..." (End of Chapter)