Hogwarts Study Panel

Chapter 357, Section 356: The Cat-Dragon Eagle
Can an owl turn into a fire-breathing dragon?

"I've never seen anything like it before—"

"Professor Newt, isn't this called Catdragon Hawk...?"

The young wizards chattered excitedly around Newt, convinced that the knowledgeable Professor Scamander could answer their questions.

"This is the effect of some kind of alchemical product."

Professor Scamander explained patiently, but still didn't look at them directly.

"Oh--"

The young wizards all responded with a knowing murmur.

"It really is a fairytale cookie."

"Tina the witch said, looking at Sheen with a reverent gaze.

"I heard it's only sold in Diagon Alley, England."

Some of the young wizards glanced at Sheehan, then refocused their attention on Newt.

After all, Professor Scamander was currently introducing the Niffler to them...

Its entire body was covered in black fur, and it had a long snout. It stared curiously at many of the young wizards.

As for fairytale cookies, the young wizards were clearly familiar with this alchemical creation.

If something has been reported on for months in publications like the Daily Prophet, Wizarding Weekly, and Transfiguration Today, it would be quite strange if you weren't familiar with it.

Not to mention the new inventor on the Chocolate Frog card, although only a silhouette is shown.

Meanwhile, Sheen was gently tapping Bai Yi's head with his fingers.

The silvery-white owl looked at him with a pitiful expression, then turned its head 180 degrees as if sulking, refusing to look at him anymore.

The bird-snake was tucked away in Sheen's pocket—it and Tira were like two spectators.

Sheen was always surprised; he never expected the bird snake to end up in his pocket.

He silently extended his finger, and the bird-snake seemed to sense his presence and slithered onto his hand.

It was a cool, slippery sensation.

[You have gained the favor of the magical bird-snake (Una) by using your expert standards, affinity +50]

The panel sounded, and Sheen was surprised again; he had underestimated the epic level of magical creature affinity.

……

The Magical Creatures class ended quickly.

"Mr. Green, would you please stay?"

Newt said.

All the young wizards looked at Sheen, and the one who was wrapped up tightly nodded.

“If only I were in England, I could buy fairytale cookies too—that way I could be kept by Professor Scamander.”

"It was said by a tall male wizard."

"Then you also need to be able to get an invitation."

Tina the witch glanced at him.

"However, the harpy seems to be quite friendly with wizards, which is different from what is written in 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them'..."

The red-haired witch asked with curiosity.

“Bird-snake eggs are priceless, with shells made of the softest, purest silver—therefore, many wizards poach them.”

There have been many reports of snake bites, but this is the first time I've heard your perspective.

With the rigor of a true longhorned water snake, Tina the witch was more inclined to believe this was an isolated case.

So the little wizards chattered away.

Only Sheen remained, heading towards the old senior.

At that moment, the bird-snake in Sheen's pocket darted out, and Newt, as if anticipating this, opened the suitcase a crack.

"The largest bird-snake can grow up to nine stories tall, yet it still retains the juvenile fear of owls. Just like Elif, a Niffler, who unexpectedly stole the most important thing."

Even the humblest things have their own way.

"Newt said softly."

Sheen paused, realizing he knew more.

For example, it was the Niffler who stole Dumbledore's blood pact before their final battle with Grindelwald.

This happened after Newt's outburst at the Ministry of Magic...

Headmaster Dumbledore, Newt, Harry... they all fought in the Ministry of Magic.

...Outstanding Hogwarts graduates must at least cause a ruckus at the Ministry of Magic as a test.

Can it drink tea?

Sheen said.

Newt was taken aback, then laughed and looked directly at Sheehan.

"Let's have milk instead,"

Newt said,
"Remember to hide the teaspoon too."

Such conversations have also taken place in Hogwarts Castle, between the same professors and students.

“I think you have a great talent for magical creatures, and animals are better able to distinguish wizards…”

Newt turned slightly to the side and gently tucked the Niffler into his pocket.

"Would you like to come in and have a look?"

Sheen nodded vigorously.

Whether or not there are cats or leopards inside, he can learn a lot of knowledge that will greatly help him when making seamless expandable storage containers and fairy tale cookies.

Newt laid the box on the ground, and then his body disappeared piece by piece.

Although he was a 95-year-old man, he was still agile and quickly disappeared without a trace.

After Newt was "eaten up," Sheehan also stepped onto the stairs with a slight excitement.

After passing through the narrow entrance, a vast and expansive world unfolds before you.

Even though she had prepared herself mentally, Sheen was still shocked.

The first thing that catches the eye is a vast area of ​​tropical grassland, a vast area of ​​rainforest, and an endless forest.

In the distance, you can see endless snow-capped mountains, caves, hilltops, and sandy areas...

Higher up, above other habitats, float specks of light—this is where Newt raises bioluminescent worms, vines intertwined with tiny floating islands.

These places seem to have been forcibly divided, intercepted, and transferred. On the edge of the snow-capped mountains, there could even be scorching tropical grasslands—sparsely dotted with a few trees, providing shelter for the venomous horned beasts.

A Bowtruckle climbed from the tree in front of Sheen onto her shoulder. Sheen looked at it curiously, while Newt smiled faintly beside her.

"Those who are recognized by the magical creatures, and those who are more talented, tend to take a more responsible path."

After Newt finished speaking, he walked forward.

"So...why do we, as a social group and as individuals, try to continue protecting and hiding magical creatures, even those ferocious and untamed ones? The answer, of course, is: to ensure that future generations of wizards have the same right as us to appreciate their beautiful and unique appearance and magical abilities."

Sheehan quoted the original text from "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them".

"Few people will remember this passage; it's not as appealing as the descriptions of fantastic creatures."

Newt looked at Sheehan with a hint of embarrassment at having his words from his book read aloud.

“I think… magical creatures share the same magical world as us.”

Sheen stroked Bai Yi's soft fur. In the secret chamber and in the forbidden forest, Bai Yi and Tira were his partners who fought side by side.

Newt suddenly looked at the young wizard; his description was too similar to, or even better than, that of Headmaster Dumbledore in his letter.

"Come with me."

Newt said with a smile.

(End of this chapter)