Daily Life at Hogwarts Chapter 91: Benefits a lot
The weekend is a great day for students living at Hogwarts.
On the weekends, everyone doesn’t have to worry about being late for class, and they can sleep until they wake up naturally. After waking up, they don’t need to think about the problems they will encounter in class. They can have a good time and relax. pressure, allowing students to take a breather in their busy academic life.
Early in the morning, the Weasley brothers’ bed was empty, and the two got up early to go out, planning to plant garlic in a sunny open area on the edge of the forbidden forest.
It’s a location they took a lot of effort to find, it’s sparsely populated, and they don’t need to worry about being discovered.
Honestly, Albert really can’t understand what Fred and George are thinking, is it really just to make that ridiculous amulet?
Maybe!
Anyway, the two of them are very smart, and it’s not surprising what they do.
Before Albert finished breakfast, Fred and George had returned, their robes and hands were stained with mud, and after rushing to the bathroom to wash, they chatted with him about growing garlic .
Listening to the chatter of the two, Albert actually wanted to complain for a long time, did they not have the concept of planting garlic in flowerpots?
Rejecting Lee Jordan’s invitation to train at the Quidditch pitch, Albert reached out and knocked on the wooden door of the Defense Against the Dark Arts office on the second floor of the castle just as his pocket watch reached ten o’clock.
By the way, did you tear down the wooden door of the other party’s office when you entered Professor McGonagall’s office last time?
At that time, how many of them were not punished by Professor McGonagall, it’s a bit incredible to think about it now!
The wooden door was opened from the inside, and Professor Bud Broad looked at Albert who was standing outside the door, and invited him into his office with a smile: “It’s just ten o’clock, and you’re really on time! “
“I hope I didn’t disturb you.” Albert walked into Professor Broad’s office and looked at this extremely comfortable room, with several soft sofas and a bronze-colored carpet under his feet. There are several bookshelves neatly placed beside the wall, the bookshelves are filled with various books, and the number must be over a hundred. Blue silk curtains hang by the windows, from which you can see the courtyard of the castle. Now, there are students walking in the yard, chatting and basking in the sun.
“What would you like to drink?” Brod asked.
“Milk tea.” Albert curiously said: “Professor, take the liberty to ask, did you graduate from Ravenclaw?”
“Yes, it’s not hard to guess, right.” Brod winked at Albert, he raised his wand, and tapped the empty teacup in front of the two of them, and the cup immediately exuded fragrance milk tea flavor.
Albert put some sugar into his milk tea and slowly stirred it up with a spoon. After a moment, he took a sip from the teacup, “I heard that Ravenclaw’s eagle-shaped bronze door knocker is very interesting.”
“Yes.” Professor Broad nodded. “The Ravenclaw common room will be open to you as long as you can answer the question about the eagle-shaped bronze door knocker.”
Albert smiled silently, shaking his head imperceptibly.
While Professor Broad said so, he did not think Ravenclaw students would welcome a stranger into their common room.
People are always xenophobic, and if there are students from other houses running into the Gryffindor common room, it’s not hard to guess the outcome.
Professor Broad pointed to the dessert on the table and said, “You may like the freshly baked pumpkin pie.”
“I like pumpkin pie too, it tastes great when it’s hot!” After taking a piece of pumpkin pie, Albert talked about the book he read a while ago: “By the way, Professor, I just finished reading “Simple Alchemy” and that book feels… special.”
He organized his vocabulary a little, and hesitated for a moment before continuing: “It’s hard to imagine that the thing described in that book is the so-called alchemy, do you know anything about it?”
“I don’t want to pretend to be an expert in alchemy. It’s the opposite. My knowledge of alchemy is limited to book knowledge.” Professor Broad shook his head and said, “I don’t think you’re here today for the purpose of Talk to me about alchemy, right?”
Albert knew that he should end the topic of alchemy, so he pulled the topic to “Dark Forces: A Guide to Self-Defense”, talked about some of his doubts about reading the book, and talked about the spells described in the book by the way .
“I’m glad you talked about this.” Professor Broad said cheerfully, “Yes, that’s right, as you can see, there really isn’t much useful in the Dark Forces: Guide to Self-Defense. Defense spells, but do you know why this book is a must-have for Defence Against the Dark Arts?”
“Yes.” Albert nodded and said, “This book can help us recognize the dark creatures that exist in this world, and teach everyone how to deal with these dark creatures when they encounter them.”
“Yes, you’re right. In fact, this book is really not enough for a gifted student like you.” Professor Broad put down his teacup and said, “However, the Ministry of Magic doesn’t like to let Students are exposed to moderately aggressive spells.”
“Yes, it’s not hard to see.” Albert picked up another piece of pumpkin pie, took a bite, and continued, “If I want to learn more about Defense Against the Dark Arts, I don’t know if you have any good advice. “
“I recommend you read the book “Practical Defense Magic and Its Restraining Against the Dark Arts”.” Professor Broad took the book from the shelf and handed it to Albert, “However, this The price of the set of books is a bit expensive, and there is no collection in the school library, if you want to read it, I can borrow it for you.”
“Oh, what a coincidence, I happened to buy this set of books. I think the Iron Armor and Disarming Charms are very useful.” Albert quickly took out a handkerchief and wiped his greasy palms, reaching for Blow The book that Professor De handed over, “Of course, stun spells and obstacle spells are also good. Unfortunately, I don’t know much about unlocking spells.”
“No no, Mr. Anderson, it’s amazing that you can master so many spells in a short period of time.” The surprise in Professor Broad’s eyes flashed, and he asked with a smile, “I listen. Said that Professor McGonagall was very optimistic about your accomplishments in Transfiguration.”
“I think my talent in magic is not bad. In addition to practicing magic well, the speed will not be too slow.” Albert thought for a while and said, “There is no harm in learning more. Maybe it will come in handy later.”
“The greed for knowledge is not a fault.” Professor Broad suddenly showed an exaggerated expression, “Merlin’s beard, to be honest, you are more Ravenclaw than Ravenclaw, the Sorting Hat must be Let you choose!”
“Yes, the Sorting Hat thinks I’m suitable for other Houses except Slytherin.” Albert blinked: “Actually, I don’t have any particular prejudice against other Houses, but because I met on the train I have a current friend, so I chose to go to Gryffindor.”
“Yes, yes, no prejudice is a good thing, and it’s hard for many people to do that.” There was an admiring smile in Professor Broad’s eyes.
“One day, after you finish “Practical Defense Magic and Its Restraint Against the Dark Arts”, your level of defense against the dark magic will reach the level of O.W.L.” Professor Broad regretted Said to Albert: “Because this class was cursed by a certain wizard, the obviously important Defense Against the Dark Arts class has become a dispensable existence, and most students are not at a high level in this regard.”
“Professor, is the person who cursed Defence Against the Dark Arts still alive?”
“I’m afraid yes.” Professor Broad nodded. “Otherwise, Dumbledore should try his best to lift the curse. After all, finding a Defence Against the Dark Arts professor every year is quite hard work.”
“I heard from my roommates that the Ministry of Magic has a profession called Aurors. They are all experts in Defense Against the Dark Arts. Why didn’t Headmaster Dumbledore invite Aurors to teach students?” asked curiously.
To be honest, this is also Albert’s doubts in his previous life. Retired Aurors are undoubtedly suitable for becoming Defence Against the Dark Arts professors. They have a lot of experience, and only need a little experience to teach students in the school. Benefit a lot.
“Many people are afraid.” Professor Broad blinked, and Albert dared to pat his chest to assure that he saw contempt in Professor Broad’s eyes just now.
“Afraid?”
“They think this career is unlucky, they are afraid of curses, and very few professors leave this position safely.” Professor Broad did not worry about his own safety because of his position. “And, The Ministry of Magic is not really willing to see this happen.”
“Professor, I have another question.” Albert added.
“What’s the problem.”
“Has Principal Dumbledore ever thought about… stop the Defense Against the Dark Arts class, choose a new class, or change the name of the class.” Albert said what he thought in his previous life, since Voldemort gave the dark magic Defense class imposes a curse~IndoMTL.com~ As long as this class disappears, the curse may disappear as well.
As for the name of the class, it can be completely changed. It’s called defense class, self-defense class, or whatever. It’s just a name.
Professor Broad smiled, smiling happily, as if he had heard something interesting.
“You’re right, Defense Against the Dark Arts is just a name after all, and it’s not impossible to give up when necessary.” Professor Broad nodded in agreement with Albert’s point of view, “I think Dumbledore should also think so. This happened, but the wizard who cursed the Defence Against the Dark Arts class is not dead, and after dropping the name, maybe he will curse the new class again.”
While this explanation is reasonable, Albert feels it is an excuse. However, he didn’t ask more and ended the topic in this regard.
“If you learn the spells in “Practical Defense Magic and Its Restraint Against Black Magic”, you can borrow “Defense and Deterrence Spells” from the library. This book introduces many powerful defensive spells. It should satisfy you.” Professor Broad continued, “However, there are some things you need to know. What you see is only the surface of magic. The magic of magic is that it will follow your whimsy. There are some subtle changes. A powerful spell is not everything, and sometimes a small spell can easily solve a problem.”
While Albert was still thinking about the meaning of this sentence, he heard Professor Broad say, “Okay, lunch time is coming, you better not miss it, it’s a pleasure to chat with you, most of the students I’m in awe of professors, it’s hard to sit down and chat like you and me.”
“I also benefited a lot, and I look forward to the next chat.” Albert nodded slightly to Professor Broad, turned and left the Defense Against the Dark Arts office.