Hogwarts Study Panel.

Chapter 221: The Inheritance of Alchemy

Wizards appeared in this place one by one.

They seemed impatient as they approached the tree trunk. Inside the cavity beneath the tree were numerous alchemical creations.

As Sheen approached, he saw that the trunk was surrounded by an ouroboros, with various animals engraved along the edges.

"The Kabbalah Tree of Life, the sacred tree in the Book of Creation where one can see the mysterious causal relationships of the universe;

The ouroboros, a symbol of Gnosticism and Hermeticism, is interpreted in magic as an eternal cycle of renewal—a cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

In the creation of the Philosopher's Stone, the black earth and the blackened black crow symbolize the black soil; the chalk and the albino white swan, the white eagle; the peacock's tail representing the color cycle; the reddened and crimsoned rooster; and finally, the phoenix's transformation from fire to life—

Now that you've written it down, go and choose what you want.

Professor Terra finished explaining to Sheen in a calm manner, and then pushed Sheen under various alchemical artifacts.

Sheen looked on silently; the countless alchemical creations resembled stones in a long river.

He saw a two-way mirror, a vanishing cabinet, a door key, a meditation basin, an invisibility cloak, and even Floo Powder and a miniature version of the Knight Bus.

A knight bus?!

Sheen was somewhat surprised; why didn't the alchemists include Hogwarts Castle in the package?

The castle also appears to be an exceptionally fine alchemical creation.

Before Sheen.

Beneath each of the alchemical creations, there are books enveloped in a soft white light.

In front of the book, an old wizard and a young wizard were talking. They were not far away, and Sheen could just hear their voices.

"This is it."

"No longer considering it?"

"Of course, we only have half an hour. You taught me that hesitation leads to defeat." Then Sheen saw the young wizard's invitation transform into a golden key, and a complex alchemical artifact, unknown to Sheen, floated out of the cavity.

It appears to be a heritage ceremony where each young alchemist can choose an alchemical artifact, and those books should be explanations of the alchemical process.

So what should I choose?

They even have Fiora powder here. In theory, this stuff should be kept absolutely secret, even by its inventor and producer.

As he walked, Sheehan saw a place with Dumbledore's name written on it. He stared at it intently and immediately became very interested.

This contains research on ancient magical runes related to cross-species transformation, and even some speculations about the principles of transformation.

If you want to use the Fantastic Beasts Transforming Cookies directly in Transfiguration, it would be an excellent choice.

Without hesitation, Sheen quickly transformed his invitation into a key.

As he returned with his belongings, he couldn't help but glance at the words again:

[The four worlds change, and the fifth element appears.]

The words had been lit up for a while, and he vaguely sensed that he had made some kind of pact.

Professor Terra's voice rang out at the opportune moment:

Ancient alchemists believed that the elements were formed by the interaction of the world's soul or primordial matter with the four elements.

It is called the fifth element.

With the forging of the Philosopher's Stone, this fifth element also manifested. The fifth element can also be called "ether," a substance that never decays or rots, and which is the composition of planets in the ancient wizarding worldview.

If you look closely, you'll see that the surroundings are dark, the cavity containing the alchemical artifacts is pure white, and your key and the invitation are golden yellow—

So, turning red—my disciple?

Sheen thought for a few seconds and said:

"The symbol of reddening and turning red is a rooster raised with one's own blood. The blood flowing in the wizard's body is the final step in the contract."

I'm proud of you.

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The contract was truly fulfilled, and Professor Terra said without much burden:

"Alchemists are wise, and they believe in the principle of equivalent exchange. Once you have inherited the legacy, you must demonstrate the future that you represent—but that's all."

Alright, the exchange meeting has begun, my disciple.

After another Apparition, Sheen and the professor returned to the place where they started.

Professor Terra crouched down, took the Fantastic Beasts Party series from Sheehan's hand, and then said in a triumphant manner:

"Let those old fogies see, a new era has arrived."

It then disappeared from the spot.

At this moment, the deep and dark stone walls were completely illuminated, and Sheen realized that they must be in some huge castle building.

This is the banquet hall.

Most of the wizards are here. They seem to have gathered together according to their respective countries.

British wizards often wear old-fashioned, understated, plain-colored robes and pointed hats, such as Dumbledore's magnificent purple robes or Professor McGonagall's green robes.

In contrast, Nordic sorcerers typically wear heavy fur cloaks to protect themselves from the cold. They are tall and have light-colored hair. African vagado sorcerers, on the other hand, are brightly colored, wearing light, brightly colored robes and jewelry made of feathers and bones.

In addition, there were some elderly and middle-aged people dressed in silk, with vigorous and powerful postures. They stood with their hands behind their backs, exuding a subtle sense of solemnity and nobility.

Sheehan noticed the special wizards who were sitting in the main seat with Headmaster Dumbledore and Master Meller. There were seven of them in total, including Professor Terra.

After Professor Terra stepped forward, they disappeared from the spot.

House-elves were now scattered throughout the banquet hall, carrying plates. A large table had been raised in the center, laden with food from various regions; Shin even spotted Chinese cuisine.

This caught Sheen's eye.

Unfortunately, the banquet did not last long, as Headmaster Dumbledore slowly walked towards the mirror.

All the wizards had returned, and they were all watching Albus Dumbledore's figure appear once again in the mirror.

"Young people, oh, and the teen alchemists' exchange meeting, shall begin."

After Dumbledore finished his speech, he winked at Sheehan.

The alchemists around them applauded with restraint and elegance.

"Oh, after a short selection process, the Joint Committee of the International Alchemy Congress has evaluated the creations of these young geniuses—"

Sheen then realized that the wizards in the main seat had just been evaluating their creations.

This reminded him of the Fantastic Beasts cookie series that the professor had just taken away from him.

"Let us congratulate—the first one!"

As if guided by something, a pair of calm, emotionless green eyes naturally appeared on the largest mirror.

"Mr. Sheen Green, an alchemist from Hogwarts School, recognized by the Joint Committee of the International Alchemy Congress as the most gifted alchemist in the last six hundred years, the youngest member of the Joint Committee of the International Alchemy Congress, and recipient of the Gold Medal for Pioneering Contribution at the Udara International Alchemy Congress."