[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-hogwarts-learning-panel":3,"chapter-hogwarts-learning-panel-hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-264":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},2250502,4210,"Chapter 264: Straightforward Brooch","hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-264",264,"\u003Cp>“What kind of curse could possibly cause such a result?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The soul…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>En responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So remain vigilant, my student—magic is vast and dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more talented one is, the more easily one strays. The more magical knowledge one acquires, the more one comes to understand magic’s profundity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you wish to study soul transfiguration, you must first reach the expert level in Transfiguration—though not quite professor-tier, it is still exceedingly difficult; meanwhile, mastering an Animagus form will greatly aid your understanding of the mysteries of soul transfiguration.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Taila left the compartment, going to “secure” some related books.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only En remained, recording every word the professor had said in his notes and pondering deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Taila’s explanation resolved many of En’s doubts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mastering the Animagus transformation became his first priority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The professor had said a wizard might have more than one replica…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he stepped out of the compartment, En heard the professor arguing with the wizard from Wagadu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Professor Taila! You know Wagadu’s secret texts are never shared outside!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brown-skinned Latino wizard was visibly agitated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even if I offer you some of my quota in exchange?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Taila seemed to be doing something she excelled at—her tone was casual, yet utterly determined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brown-skinned Latino wizard’s breathing quickened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taila knew the significance of the fairy cookies to them, which was why she had offered a bribe they could hardly refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Few European wizards could maintain consciousness, but for Wagadu wizards skilled in soul transfiguration—fairy cookies were like miracles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How much?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She asked instinctively, then quickly shook her head,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Taila—you, as a Wagadu wizard, never consider Wagadu’s interests—yet you dare try to trick me into handing over my research notes on Wagadu soul transfiguration? That’s the accumulated effort of countless generations of Wagadu wizards!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What if I double it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Taila whispered like a demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You—no, no way!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brown-skinned Latino wizard ultimately resisted the temptation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Very well, then the deal is off. I thought you’d be eager to let Green see them…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Professor Taila turned her head, she was grabbed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My dear senior, you should’ve told me sooner—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brown-skinned Latino wizard’s furious expression suddenly softened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Hermes?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted to bind him to Wagadu and drag him there right now!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only had he forged a path perfectly suited to Wagadu wizards, but his very identity warranted trust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was Wagadu’s Lifetime Honorary Professor, her senior, and Taila’s only student.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I remember—this is the accumulated effort of countless generations of Wagadu wizards…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor Taila said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Taila—you’re going too far!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brown-skinned Latino wizard stamped his foot again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, Professor Taila “secured” for En some rare books from Wagadu Magic School’s collection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Abigail, remember to bring the books next time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the witch named Abigail stepped out of the shop, Professor Taila reminded her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need to trouble yourself. But I warn you—soul transfiguration is extremely dangerous. You, a wizard who has been away for so long, are you still capable of your former skill?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Abigail’s expression grew grave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh? What do you mean?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’d be happy to assist…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ha—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to the silent, trembling Latino witch outside the shop, the wizards inside were brimming with enthusiasm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Weasley held Mr. Weasley’s hand:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Arthur, I can’t believe they invited me too—it must all be because of you, dear.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Weasley beamed; that morning she had been reading the Wizarding Weekly, and now here she was, inside the mysterious alchemy workshop featured in the article.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s not my doing—let me see, I’ve gained another two hundred gold Galleons.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Weasley, also known as Arthur, proudly pulled out two boxes of the exquisite Gnomebark series.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two purchases had netted him exactly two hundred gold Galleons—now he no longer had to worry about the Floo Powder running out or Ginny’s school supplies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Ministry gave us an extra two hundred gold Galleons for procurement—this is all thanks to that good boy Green…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, Professor McGonagall entered the Fairy Cookie Shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had once kept her distance from the old alchemist, but now that he was outside, having greeted him, she naturally ought to take a look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She gazed at the young wizard who seemed lost in thought, then at the alchemical artifacts priced at thousands of gold Galleons, and unexpectedly recalled how he had stood in Diagon Alley, intently studying the price list, counting every Knut.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm—child, it seems you’ve become wealthy?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was deeply pleased, even made a joke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Professor McGonagall, it’s a pleasure to see you,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the brooch on En’s chest said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re right—I do have a lot of Galleons, but that’s not what makes me wealthy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>True wealth isn’t in vaults—it’s…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>En touched the brooch, cutting himself off. His green eyes held something deeper—like a calm sea concealing a burning volcano beneath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Minerva McGonagall hadn’t expected such an answer. She paused slightly, suddenly feeling a sting in her nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She suddenly thought it might not be such a bad thing if the storm required for the next stage of Animagus transformation came a little later…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Ministry gave us an extra two hundred gold Galleons for procurement—this is all thanks to that good boy Green…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shop still hummed with quiet chatter; as she heard Mr. Weasley’s words, she easily deduced what had happened:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Weasleys are excellent wizards—well done, child.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was always skilled at encouragement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I… only did something insignificant.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>En followed Professor McGonagall’s gaze and saw the Weasleys’ joyful smiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He, too, slowly smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was it true…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Professor McGonagall’s gaze fell gently on the young wizard. Wizards could easily gain great talent, but few possessed both great talent and a noble character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t believe she had done anything extraordinary—only fate had guided her to that place, bringing back a seed worth guarding for her entire life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On barren soil, stubborn seeds always grew—but often in the wrong direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For when hardship grants a person resilience, it always adds arrogance, pride, and resentment as tests,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>and what it ultimately seeks to forge is compassion.\u003C\u002Fp>",1005,"2026-06-19T10:00:41.888Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","6185349684f1c93897c50e2ca499b865b297ccdcb67e35381a342bc016c9bc7b","hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-265","hogwarts-learning-panel-chapter-263",526,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhogwarts-learning-panel-cover.jpg"]