Two Worlds: I studied abroad at Hogwarts

Chapter 85: Potions Analysis

While Sprout was solving problems for the senior students, Moon was discussing with Cedric how to grow the sleepy face mushroom in the future.

He walked up to the podium only after all the senior students had left.

However, before Moon could tell his problem, Sprout expressed his gratitude first.

"Mr. Scarlett, thank you very much for your growth potion. It allowed me to complete the headmaster's request ahead of schedule."

Last Saturday, Sprout borrowed three drops of growth potion from Moon.

Now exactly three days have passed, and Moon guessed that the magical plant should have absorbed all the medicinal effects.

But when Moon heard Sprout say it was Dumbledore's instruction, he was still a little curious.

He had no recollection of Dumbledore having done any research on herbal remedies.

[Could it be related to the protection Snape mentioned that day? ]

Moon still remembered that when he came out of Dumbledore's office, Snape said something about protection.

But Moon had no intention of prying into the professors' affairs; he had enough of his own affairs.

"As long as I can provide you with help."

Moon answered with a smile, and then asked about his experience in studying plants in recent days.

"Professor, I'd like to ask about dragon manure."

Ever since he decided to study the issue of increasing plant production through magic, Moon has been looking for different methods.

Although the current main focus is on transforming the "growth" spell.

But Moon didn't want to give up other means.

Especially after encountering obstacles when trying to transform the [Expansion Spell], Moon knew that the road to transforming the spell would be very long.

"Dragon manure! Are you sure?"

Sprout was surprised by Moon's question.

She had been worried that the young wizard she had discovered, who was incredibly talented, would study spells, and she had argued with Flitwick several times about this.

But now hearing Moon's question still made her a little excited.

"Yes, Professor. It will take a long time to modify the growth spell, but I don't want to stop my research, so I want to try other methods."

"Your choice is wise. As for plants, as long as you give them the right fertilizer, they will definitely give you satisfactory results, like dragon manure fertilizer."

Professor Sprout's words are a summary of her own experience in plant cultivation over the years.

【You just need to work on the land, and the crops will take care of the rest.】

Moon actually knew this when he was at Xilin Farm.

However, the farm does not have very good fertilizers, and bad weather can still cause damage to various crops.

It was only after joining the club that Moon learned about dragon manure fertilizer.

Later, by taking care of these plants, I learned about the role of this fertilizer.

"You've been using them for a while now. Have you noticed any benefits from this fertilizer?"

Sprout took Moon to the corner of the classroom, where two different types of dragon manure were placed.

"I found that in addition to ensuring the growth of plants, it seemed to make the plants stronger and the soil changed as well."

"Yes, you are very observant."

What Sprout admires most is Moon's observation and hands-on skills.

After hearing Moon mention the three benefits of dragon manure, she became even more satisfied with the little wizard in front of her.

"However, the proportions of dragon manure fertilizers are completely different. For example, the two types in the club, one contains volcanic ash, and the other contains bean particles."

Professor Sprout explained it very carefully, even copying a recipe for dragon manure fertilizer for Moon at the end. "You can definitely try this fertilizer yourself. I know you want to make your plants bigger, but that's a slow process."

"Thank you, Professor. I will study this method carefully."

Moon took the written dragon manure fertilizer configuration method and thanked him.

"Oh, no need to say that. There's plenty of dragon manure here. I think you could choose some plants with strong vitality for your experiment, like your willow branches."

After Moon joined the club, only a small willow branch of his magical tree still retained its magical properties.

Sprout placed the willow branch in the club as proof of new membership.

"Yes, Professor. I totally agree."

Moon was also very happy. After expressing his gratitude, he directly put the hydroponic willow branches into the flowerpot and applied a layer of dragon manure fertilizer.

Of course, willow branches alone are not enough. Anyway, with Professor Sprout's consent, Moon plans to find several more crop seeds to experiment with.

His original plan was to study the issue of increasing the yield of crop plants, and now it is natural that he wants to try more plants in this area.

As for the production of fertilizer after returning to Xilin, Moon felt that there was no need to be too anxious.

If you can find suitable fertilizer at Hogwarts, you can always find a similar substitute in Xilin.

After several explorations in Xilin, Moon increasingly felt that there was some connection between the two worlds.

At nine o'clock in the evening, after all the students in the club had left, Moon suddenly remembered that he was still carrying an unknown object.

"Professor, I'd like to ask, how can I know the efficacy and composition of a potion?"

Moon took half of the potion he brought from Xilin and kept it with him.

Because he was afraid of Professor Snape, Moon planned to ask the Professor of Herbology first.

"An unknown potion! I have to warn you, Mr. Scarlett, this is something very dangerous."

Seeing Sprout's serious and concerned look, Moon hurried to explain.

"I knew the professor, so I never opened it."

"It's better this way. You don't know. In the wizarding world, unknown things often portend various dangers."

Professor Sprout patiently gave Moon many examples.

Buried pottery jars, old notebooks, golden wine jugs, and ancient rings
After listening to Sprout's story, Moon felt like he had been baptized by a horror story.

"Professor, don't worry. I won't use it privately until its effectiveness is confirmed."

Seeing Moon's determined eyes, Sprout sighed helplessly.

"Well, I know that fifth-year students at Hogwarts learn a kind of magic called [Potion Analysis]. This kind of magic should be able to meet your requirements."

"Potion Analysis?"

"Yes, this thing is very difficult. I remember finding the Elementary Magical Potion Analysis Technique in the library. As for the intermediate and advanced ones, they should be in the restricted section."

Looking at Sprout's expression, Moon knew that this professor cared about him and gave him some cryptic advice.

【You'd better go see Professor Snape.】

"Ok."

Moon knew that it was unlikely that he would get the approval for the banned book from Sprout, so he had no choice but to leave the club classroom.

However, Moon did not give up the idea of ​​exploring the potion himself.

Especially now that he knew the name of [Potion Analysis], Moon planned to go to the library to find the elementary version to study first.

But that's obviously not possible today.

The library also closes at nine in the evening, so we can only wait until tomorrow.

　Seeking follow-up reading, monthly tickets, and recommendation tickets from the little wizards
　　
　
(End of this chapter)