[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-hogwarts-john-wick":3,"chapter-hogwarts-john-wick-hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-19":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Hogwarts’ John Wick",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1645853,2109,"19: Night Stalker and Giant Spider","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-19",19,"\u003Cp>If he had to deal with a dragon, ordinary weapons would be insufficient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe I can forge one myself,\" John thought, his eyes burning with excitement. Having his own weapon would be ideal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He borrowedGoblin Forgingand began studying the book tirelessly. It was a translated work, originally owned by an Egyptian wizard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John found it a bit difficult to read, but it doesn't matter, he still has time to polish it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next few days, he borrowed another book \"Basic Magic Rune Guide\" from the library.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While enriching his knowledge, John was gradually able to master the contents of \"Goblin Forging\".\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At night, he put the book away and prepared to go to the Forbidden Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His punishment wasn't over yet, and he had to patrol the forest with Hagrid every night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After arriving at Hagrid's hut, Fang ran over enthusiastically and sniffed John with his nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid laughed and said, \"Fang likes you very much.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Likes me?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John looked at Fang sniffing his pocket of sandwiches.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you sure Fang's not just hungry?\" John rolled his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few days had passed since the unicorn's death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During this period, Hagrid had spoken with the magical creatures in the Forbidden Forest and learned from the centaurs that an evil presence was lurking on the forest's outskirts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So tonight, the two of them were patrolling the outskirts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John had gradually become able to keep up with Hagrid's pace, while Fang ran ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite its large size, Fang was a very timid dog.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was even less brave than Tom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During their patrol, a spider with a head the size of a human appeared in front of John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Startled, he gripped his wand tightly, ready to use the Blasting Curse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a big spider.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait, that's Aragog's offspring,\" Hagrid shouted, stopping John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under John's slightly terrified gaze, Hagrid seemed to be communicating with the spider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aragog wants to see me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aragog was a friend of Hagrid's, adopted by him when he was young. After Hagrid got into trouble, Aragog escaped into the Forbidden Forest and became an old spider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John nodded numbly. Hagrid's boldness was astonishing; if Ron encountered this spider, he might have died on the spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the spider, they headed toward a cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before entering the cave, John had already seen many spiders. Once inside, he couldn't stop the goosebumps from forming all over his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spiders were everywhere as far as the eye could see, making the human-head-sized spiders seem small in comparison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were dozens of spiders the height of a person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gulp, Hagrid, are you sure they're friendly?\" John swallowed nervously, moving closer to Hagrid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid's large frame usually provided a sense of security, but that was outside, not in the nest of spiders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, these spiders are Aragog's children; they won't harm you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid's confidence was not reassuring to John.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those spiders were practically drooling, and you're telling me they won't harm me?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John's left hand gripped his wand tightly. If any spider dared to get too close, he swore he would cast the Blasting Curse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the end of the cave was a gray spider the size of a car. This was an Acromantula, and its eyes, clouded with cataracts, rendered it nearly blind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hagrid, you came.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aragog was pleased with the visit from his friend and suppressed his restless offspring as he began to talk to Hagrid about the Forbidden Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Something has entered, something very evil, and it's hunting unicorns.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid had asked Aragog to investigate the unicorn incidents, and Aragog had sent his offspring throughout the forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He is powerful. Many of my children have been killed. He moves like a wraith, appearing and disappearing at will.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Acromantula clan feeds on humans. Although Aragog restrained his offspring for Hagrid's sake, Acromantulas are not easy to deal with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The intruder who entered the Forbidden Forest managed to kill several Acromantulas alone, demonstrating strength on par with Aurors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite encountering this person, Aragog was unable to keep him at bay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid's mood grew heavy after hearing this. Just as John had said, the evil figure had not given up on the unicorns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unicorn blood contains a curse but can also prevent someone on the brink of death from dying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I understand, Aragog.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid said goodbye to Aragog and prepared to leave, but at that moment, the surrounding Acromantulas began to close in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aragog?\" Hagrid looked at his friend in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aragog apologized, \"I'm sorry, Hagrid. I've told my offspring not to harm you, but they have no such restraint towards others.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Aragog's reminder, Hagrid realized he had made a mistake bringing John along.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"John, we need to go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Picking John up, Hagrid's massive frame moved like a human-sized truck. \"They are good children John just a bit hungry—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really Hagrid! At this time?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oops, sorry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Apology accepted, now run faster!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any spiders blocking their path were knocked aside by Hagrid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spiders, unwilling to miss out on a rare meal, pursued relentlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, John would not hold back. He drew his wand and cast a spell at an approaching Acromantula.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Reducto!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The white light struck the spider, causing it to bleed and retreat but not killing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nice spell,\" Hagrid complimented not being a hypocrite. Although he is a goofball when it comes to magical animals he isn't stupid and clearly knows that the acromantulas were going for John's life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite his large size, Hagrid was surprisingly agile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Hagrid carrying him, John didn't need to worry about dodging, allowing him to focus solely on casting spells.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Incendio!\" His wand emitted flames that set a spider ablaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wingardium Leviosa!\" A fallen log was levitated and smashed into the pursuing spiders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As John continued to bombard the spiders, his magic power began to wane.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly grabbed a stone and hurled it at the nearest spider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding! Magic Level Up. Current Magic Level: 3]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John felt a warm surge within him as his magic power was restored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A spider the size of a small car appeared ahead. John aimed his wand at it and cast another spell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Reducto!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, the white light was larger, previously the size of an orange, now it was even bigger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon contact with the Acromantula, its body was covered in cracks before shattering completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spell's power had more than doubled. John turned and fired spells at the spiders chasing them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the cooperation of Hagrid, John successfully escaped from the spider's nest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After coming out, Hagrid said self-reproachfully: \"I'm sorry, John, I thought Aragog could control them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aragog used to control them, but now he was too old and might not live much longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The younger spiders no longer obeyed him as they once did.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's alright, Hagrid, but it's best not to let anyone else go there next time,\" John said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John had been lucky this time; without Hagrid's help, anyone else might have ended up as dinner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hagrid was also shaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two continued their patrol in the Forbidden Forest for a while longer before ending for the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back at Hagrid's hut, John poured a big bowl of dog food for Fang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The big dog had run the fastest in the spider cave and was probably exhausted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying goodbye to Hagrid, John returned to Hogwarts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened the Marauder's Map and saw that Professor Quirrell was not in his office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding, gaining blessing: Night Stalker]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Night Stalker: live in darkness, increase concealment and visibility, and enhanced stealth kill damage]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having achieved one hundred hours of night patrols, John extinguished his wand light, blinking a couple of times to adjust to the dark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The originally dark corridor gradually became clear in John's eyes. Although it wasn't as clear as during the day, he could now read in complete darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This makes things much more convenient.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the Nightshade perk, John could walk down the corridors without using a Disillusionment Charm and still be hard to spot. Using the charm, he could achieve the effect of an Invisibility Cloak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the days that followed, John frequently had 'coincidental' encounters with Quirrell. Normally indifferent to teaching, Quirrell became incredibly attentive to John in private.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He constantly hinted that John could come to him with any questions and subtly suggested his extensive knowledge of Dark Arts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John always pretended to be oblivious, acting like a bookworm, although he did have some interest in Dark Magic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, spells like Fiendfyre were incredibly powerful, something ordinary magic couldn't match.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eventually, John expressed a desire to learn Fiendfyre. Quirrell happily obliged. Although Quirrell wasn't particularly skilled in the spell, he had the backing of the Dark Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Quirrell's surface-level teaching and Voldemort's guidance, John finally mastered Fiendfyre. However, he knew better than to use it lightly. Fiendfyre was one of the most uncontrollable spells; once ignited, it couldn't be extinguished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quirrell also dropped all pretense. No longer just hinting, he openly discussed matters related to the Dark Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>John understood Quirrell's intentions and managed to dodge the topic, occasionally showing some agreement with the Dark Lord's ideology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the nuisance of Quirrell's advances continued, December quietly arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During a Potions class, enduring Snape's gloomy gaze for the duration, everyone eagerly discussed their Christmas plans afterward. Ron decided not to go home, as the Weasleys had made a last-minute decision to visit Charlie Weasley in Romania, where he worked with dragons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>______\u003C\u002Fp>",1570,"2026-06-06T11:45:53.053Z",1,"novelbin.me","ef39cdb84bd047f8fa2fd53a73447cba80258cb8e1c5fe0d017c41abee932291","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-20","hogwarts-john-wick-chapter-18",577,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhogwarts-john-wick-cover.jpg"]