Hogwarts Study Panel

Chapter 264: Straightforward Brooch

"What kind of curse do you think could cause this result?"

"soul……"

Sheen responded.

"So be vigilant, my disciple, for magic is vast and dangerous."

The more talented someone is, the easier it is for them to go astray. Because the more magical knowledge they acquire, the more they come to understand the profoundness of magic.

If you want to learn transfiguration, you must at least reach the level of an expert in transfiguration, which, while not quite at the professor level, is still difficult enough; at the same time, mastering an Animagus technique will greatly help you understand the mysteries of transfiguration.

Professor Terra left the cubicle to "get" some relevant books.

Sheen was left alone to write down all of the professor's words in his notebook and ponder them carefully.

Professor Terra's explanation cleared up many of Sheen's doubts.

Completing the Animagus transformation became his first priority.

The professor said that the wizard might have more than one incarnation...

As soon as Sheen stepped out of the cubicle, he heard the professor arguing with the wizard from Vargadu.

"Master Terra! You know that Vargadu's secrets are never to be revealed!"

The brown-skinned Latino wizard was quite fiery.

"Even if I trade some quotas with you?"

Master Terra seemed to be doing something he was very good at, his tone casual yet confident.

The brown-skinned Latino wizard's breathing quickened.

Terra knew the significance of fairytale cookies to them, which is why she offered them a bargaining chip that was extremely difficult for them to refuse.

European wizards rarely maintain consciousness, but for the Vagado wizard, who is skilled in soul transformation, the fairy tale cookie is nothing short of a miracle.

"How many?"

She asked instinctively, then quickly shook her head.
"Terra, as a wizard of Vargadu, you never consider Vargadu's interests—you actually tried to trick me into handing over the research notes on Vargadu's soul-transformation technique, which is the result of the efforts of countless generations of Vargadu wizards!"

"How about doubling the increase?"

Professor Terra whispered like a demon.

"You...don't even think about it!"

The tan-skinned Latino wizard ultimately resisted the temptation.

"Okay, so the deal fell through. I thought you'd be happy to let Green see it..."

Professor Terra had just turned her head when she was pulled back.

"My dear senior, you should have told me sooner—"

The irritable expression on the brown-skinned Latino wizard's face suddenly softened.

For that Hermes?
She wished she could tie him up right now and take him to Wajadu to learn!
Putting aside the fact that the other party had chosen a path that perfectly aligned with the wizard Vargadu, their identity alone was enough to earn their trust.

He was a professor of honor for life in Vagado, her senior, and Terra's only disciple.

“I remember, this was the result of the efforts of countless generations of Vagadu wizards…”

Professor Terra said.

"Terra—you've gone too far!"

The brown-skinned Latino wizard was at it again.

In this way, Professor Terra "secured" some of the books from the Vagado School of Magic for Sheen.

"Abigail, remember to bring the book next time."

Professor Terra warned the witch named Abigail as she walked out of the shop.

“No need for you to worry. But I must remind you, soul transformation is extremely dangerous. As a wizard who has been away for many years, I wonder if you still possess the same level of skill as before?” Abigail’s expression was somewhat grave.

"Oh, you mean?"

"I'd be happy to do it..."

"Ah--"

……

Compared to the silent and trembling Latina witch at the shop entrance, the wizards inside were very enthusiastic.

Mrs. Weasley held Mr. Weasley's hand:
“Arthur, I can’t believe they invited me too—it must all be because of you, my dear.”

Mrs. Weasley was beaming. She had been reading Wizarding Weekly that morning, and now she found herself at the mysterious alchemy workshop featured in the report.

"This isn't my doing. Let me see, I'll make another hundred Galleons."

Mr. Weasley, also known as Mr. Arthur, took out two exquisite Bowtruckle series boxes with great satisfaction.

The two purchases gave him a full two hundred Galleons, so he no longer had to worry about running out of Floo Powder or buying supplies for his youngest daughter Ginny's school enrollment.

"The Ministry of Magic gave us an extra two hundred Galleons for the procurement funds, all thanks to that good boy Grimm..."

As he was reminiscing, Professor McGonagall was entering the Fairy Tale Corner from the entrance.

Originally, she and the old alchemist kept to themselves, but now that he was outside the shop, she naturally felt she should come and take a look after greeting him.

She looked at the seemingly dazed little wizard, then at the alchemical artifacts priced at thousands of Galleons, and inexplicably thought of him intently staring at the price list in Diagon Alley, calculating every nut.

"Hmm—kid, it seems you've become a millionaire?"

She was very pleased and even made a joke.

“Professor McGonagall…it’s a pleasure to meet you,”

The brooch in front of Sheen said,

"You're right, I do seem to have a lot of Galleons, but that's not what makes me a millionaire."

True wealth is not in the vault, but rather…

Sheen touched the brooch and stopped talking. His green eyes held something deeper, like a volcano hidden beneath a calm sea.

Minerva McGonagall was surprised to hear such a reply. She paused slightly, and for some reason, her nose felt a little sore.

She suddenly realized that it wouldn't be a bad thing if the storm demanded by the next step of the Animagus metamorphosis came a little later...

……

"The Ministry of Magic gave us an extra two hundred Galleons for the procurement funds, all thanks to that good boy Grimm..."

There was still a low murmur in the shop, and then she heard Mr. Weasley's words, and she easily figured out what had happened:
“The Weasleys are all excellent wizards, doing a very good job, child.”

She is always good at encouraging others.

“I… just did something insignificant.”

Sheehan followed Professor McGonagall's gaze and saw the Weasleys' joyful smiles.

So he slowly raised the corners of his mouth.

Honestly...

Professor McGonagall's gaze fell gently on the young wizard. Wizards can easily acquire powerful talents, but few wizards possess both great talents and a noble character.

She didn't think she had done anything extra; it was just that fate had taken her to that place and brought back the seeds she was willing to cherish for the rest of her life.

On barren land, there will always be stubborn seeds that grow in the wrong direction.

Because when hardship bestows upon a person a resilient character, it is always accompanied by arrogance, conceit, and resentment as tests.

What it ultimately seeks to achieve is compassion.

(End of this chapter)