[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-hogwarts-learning-panel":3,"chapter-hogwarts-learning-panel-hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-170":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Hogwarts Learning Panel",{"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},2250408,4210,"Chapter 170","hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-170",170,"\u003Cp>Mid-level alchemical constructs, Wizard Sean guessed, were like intermediate Transfiguration—more advanced and more difficult at a certain point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the Transfigured biscuit wasn’t mid-level, then the enhanced magical creature biscuit, upgraded by one tier, likely was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing this, Wizard Sean quickened his pace to the ground-floor caretaker’s office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On Christmas Day, Hogwarts was adorned with dazzling lights—though few students remained to admire it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Halls were draped with thick ribbons of holly and mistletoe; every suit of armor glowed with mysterious light. The Great Hall held twelve full-sized Christmas trees, their branches sparkling with golden stars. A rich, mouthwatering aroma of cooking drifted through the corridors, so thick it made Wizard Sean momentarily nostalgic for the Christmas feast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he passed Ron, he saw “Scabbers” poking his nose out of Ron’s pocket, sniffing the air hopefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon he reached the caretaker’s office; Mrs. Norris’s affection meter had been stuck at the final point for a long time, as if this were a daunting threshold—crossing it would drastically alter the bond between wizard and magical creature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For this difficulty, Wizard Sean guessed that cats were probably slightly more affectionate toward other cats than toward humans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scent of a large pot of stewed meat drifted from the caretaker’s office; Mrs. Norris, unusually, had not left the room. As Wizard Sean was about to knock, he heard Mr. Filch muttering to himself:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, Mrs. Norris, you’re sure I have to eat this? Of course, of course, I know…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean roughly guessed what it was. He waited silently at the door, pulling out *Selection and Inspiration of Alchemical Materials*. To craft a mid-level alchemical construct, he needed to consider superior ingredients.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing Mrs. Norris’s meow from inside the office, Wizard Sean waited a few more minutes before knocking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m in no mood to deal with you brats! Best be off!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Filch’s voice was hoarse and trembling, thick with anger and lingering dread.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, it’s time. Will he come? Mrs. Norris…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ding-dong-ding—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door was knocked again—persistent but not loud. Mr. Filch strode forward and yanked the door open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Merry Christmas, Mr. Filch.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean stepped into the office, holding several elegantly wrapped biscuits. Instantly, Mrs. Norris gracefully leapt onto his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean looked around the caretaker’s office—it was no longer dim. Floating candles illuminated the space. A stained-glass window drifted snow, and occasionally an owl glided across the gray-blue sky. Aside from the pungent smell of Mrs. Norris’s stew pot, everything was perfect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Y-yes, Merry Christmas, Mr. Green… Just a moment, have some soup before you go…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Filch spoke nervously, carefully took the small box, and returned to stirring the stew pot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean waved his wand; a chair hopped over on its own. Mrs. Norris purred, then gave the pot a disdainful glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Christmas is for togetherness, isn’t it, Mrs. Norris? Even if you dislike certain smells, you’ll still show tolerance…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean whispered softly. Mrs. Norris purred in satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Filch was an expert at simmering stew; the broth steamed warmly, as comforting in the winter night as burrowing under a quilt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So when Wizard Sean stepped out with Mrs. Norris, both exhaled clouds of white mist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At a deserted spot, Wizard Sean pulled out a biscuit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, Mrs. Norris’s pupils shrank sharply. She leapt high in fright, then cautiously let out a purr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean faintly understood her meaning and responded easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【You gained the affection of the magical creature Catlick (Mrs. Norris) at expert level. Affection +50】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Magical Creature Catlick (Mrs. Norris): Slightly Affectionate (Apprentice Level) (40\u002F900)】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【A new magical creature title has been unlocked. Please check.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【A new wizard talent has been unlocked. Please check.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The animal form did not hinder Wizard Sean from viewing his panel. He looked eagerly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Title: Junior Magical Creature Affinity】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Slightly increases affinity toward magical creatures; slightly increases understanding of magical creatures】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Affinity, understanding… these were easy to comprehend effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As expected, Wizard Sean adjusted his breathing and continued reading:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Wizard Wizard Sean Green, Magical Creature Talent: Pale Purple (Junior Magical Creature Affinity title active). Note: Typical wizards are Green.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Assessment: You are naturally favored by magical creatures. You are a true prodigy in the magical branch of magical creature studies. Embrace your talent—you will become a pivotal master in this field.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the assessment gave no reason for Wizard Sean’s unusually high magical creature affinity, he still felt a flicker of excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>High magical creature affinity was crucial for Wizard Sean’s future plan of crafting magical creature transformation biscuits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After bidding farewell to Mrs. Norris, curfew was nearly due.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the corridor, a black cat moved swiftly and lightly. Since unlocking Mrs. Norris’s affection, Wizard Sean’s understanding of cats had deepened again—he could now sustain his transformation longer and felt more confident in crafting magical creature biscuits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he slipped between suits of armor and iron racks toward Ravenclaw Tower, a voice suddenly echoed from one side of the corridor. Even in the deep darkness, Wizard Sean recognized them as a few Hufflepuffs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hannah—Merlin, we only had a sip of honeywine by the statue, and we’ve been dizzy this long? What do we do now…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Hufflepuff with deep, large eyes trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wizard Sean knew honeywine—a drink made by diluting honey with water and fermenting it into alcohol; it was wildly popular in the magical world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So it made sense that young wizards, out of curiosity, had taken just a taste. As the cold wind brushed past, Wizard Sean thought—and suddenly felt the urge to lick his paw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly suppressed the strange instinct, knowing his transformation had lasted too long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sallyanne, don’t you remember? Those Gryffindors said, if you’re not caught sneaking out, it’s not sneaking out…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hannah herself trembled with fear, but when her friend asked, she forced calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But surprises always came suddenly—a loud, piercing cat cry rang out from afar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two Hufflepuffs shrieked, nearly collapsing against the wall; as Hufflepuffs, they had never sneaked out before.\u003C\u002Fp>",993,"2026-06-19T10:00:40.768Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","b1c0fc59add896fdab9f0b0d86f9900262a4b222b9f55811831478df85d4aea9","hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-171","hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-169",526,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhogwarts-learning-panel-cover.jpg"]