Chapter 13 Preparations

You should understand that this is not a question that first-year students should be exposed to. Snape frowned and paused, but continued, Since you can ask this question, it must be the reason why you react to demon loathing It should be very clear. You only need to reverse the stirring to interrupt the demon-hating reaction and add the subsequent ingredients at the exact time, and you don't need to forcefully maintain the magic form of the original liquid medicine. Next question.

Next, Maca asked several questions he encountered one by one. But he was keenly aware that Snape did not show the impatience he imagined, but actually answered all the questions one by one.

...Do you have any questions to ask? Then go out.

After Maca finished asking the question, Snape returned to his initial impatient look, and waved Maca out of his office.

Huh— Standing at the corner of the corridor outside the office door, Maca couldn't help but heaved a sigh of relief.

To be honest, he really didn't want to get too close to Snape. For him, facing someone who can't see through is more terrifying than anything else.

Speaking of which, the person he dared not approach the most was undoubtedly Dumbledore.

After a little recalling his words and deeds in Snape's office just now, after finding that there was nothing wrong, Maca left quickly.

After unraveling a few difficulties that will inevitably be encountered during actual operation, the next thing is much easier to handle. He only needs to make up for the lack of tools, and then find a quiet place where no one is there, and then he can start to try to prepare.

Hagrid's hunting lodge? It's a good choice! Maca muttered to himself, then turned and walked towards the gate. It just so happens that there is no class this afternoon, so it's good to go and see Hagrid.

...

Today is a fine weather, but the wind is stronger than the previous few days. Looking up, there is a clear blue sky, which makes people feel more cheerful. The air outside the castle was extraordinarily fresh, and it was the opposite of Snape's dim office.

Maca took a deep breath of the fresh air outside - this is the gift of nature that sustains human life, regardless of wizards or Muggles, it does not discriminate.

Hagrid's hunting lodge was built not far from the Forbidden Forest, and he could reach it in no time by walking through the fields.

Hey, Hagrid! Good afternoon! Maca saw Hagrid's tall figure from a distance.

Oh, Maca! Yes, good afternoon! Hagrid turned his head when he heard the words, and smiled happily after seeing Maca.

However, he quickly put away his smile, and then said with a serious face: Yes, I am very glad that you can come to see me, and I also welcome you to come to my cabin as a guest. But, it should be almost time for class It's time, you shouldn't be here.

Yes, to be precise, class is already in session now, Maca shrugged, but I don't have class today.

So that's how it is, Hagrid nodded suddenly. I should have thought about it a long time ago. When I called Harry and the others over last time, I deliberately picked a time when they didn't have classes.

Come on, come in, come in, I'll pour you a cup of tea. As he spoke, he walked into the hut with Maca's shoulders on his shoulders, Oh, the door is a bit small, you go in first.

Bow! Bow! Hagrid's black hound barked at Maca, rattling the iron collar around his neck.

He's called Fang. He's a bit timid, but he's very friendly and a good dog. Hagrid pulled Fang hard, and motioned for Maca to sit down on the sofa.

While waiting for Hagrid to make tea, Maca looked around the interior of the hut. Except for a fireplace, two sofas and a small round table, there is basically nothing here. Well, Hagrid had to stay inside, so there really wasn't much furniture to put down.

Would you like some rock pie? Harry and Ron seem to like them.

asked Hagrid, turning his head.

No, no need, they're a bit hard. My teeth haven't been very good recently. Maca quickly declined, You know, it's time to change my teeth.

Oh, yes, what a pity. Hagrid nodded, But if you want to get rid of your useless teeth quickly, rock cakes are actually not a bad choice.

If it's about to come down, I might come to your Hagrid again. Maca said with a wry smile.

Next, Maca chatted with Hagrid all afternoon. From all kinds of magical creatures, talking about Dumbledore, and then talking about his brother Aberforth, I learned a lot of messy information.

All in all, under the guidance of Maca's ingenious topic, the two talked about many topics that Hagrid was interested in, and they had a very happy conversation.

It wasn't until Maca was about to leave that he stood at the door and raised his request seemingly casually.

Oh, by the way, Hagrid, Maca said as if he had suddenly remembered something, I wonder if I can come to you to practice preparing potions in my free time? At school, Professor Snape He always stared at me with a sullen face, and I couldn't calm down and practice.

Well, Severus, yes, he always looks like someone owes him money, Hagrid nodded with a smile. Of course, you're welcome to come over anytime, I'm around here most of the time.

Okay, thank you. After Maka thanked her, she closed the door and left.

Of course, it would be great if we could find the Room of Requirement, but Maca forgot exactly where it is.

Go back and look for it! It would be great if you can find it.

While pondering, he walked towards the castle. In a little while, it will be dinner time.

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Meal time at Hogwarts is always the busiest time of the day. At this time, everyone will discuss the gossip and feelings of the whole day with each other while dealing with the food on their respective plates.

Today, Maca is finally no longer in a hurry, because he is going to take a break. Recently, I always spend myself in the library. Even if I don't feel tired mentally, my body is already tired.

……is her?

Maca inadvertently glanced at the long table in Slytherin, and suddenly saw the mysterious girl she met in the library.

She was sitting on the edge of the Slytherin table, sipping pudding, her hospital gown, which was too loose for her, drooped on the floor, but she didn't care. The students around were chatting with each other, and it was very lively. She was alone in this cheerful atmosphere, and no one paid attention to her.

It stands to reason that she should feel quite disobedient sitting there alone. But Maca found that she seemed to be integrated into the whole environment, rather than being low-key, it was better to say that she had no sense of existence at all.

In a pleasant atmosphere, the dinner gradually came to an end.

Just as Maca watched the back of the mysterious girl leaving silently after finishing her meal, thinking about who she was, he caught a glimpse of Malfoy walking towards Gryffindor.

Having your last meal, Potter? When are you taking the train back to the Muggles?

You think the professors haven't noticed this, and you have a lot of courage when you have your little friends around. Harry said coldly.

Maca had already walked to the side at this moment, and he looked at Crabbe and Goyle. It was really hard to be called a little guy because of his tall and burly appearance.

The two of them seemed to be concerned about the teacher at the guest-of-honor table, so they didn't dare to make a fuss, so they could only sullenly pinch their fingers.

I'm ready to fight you alone anytime, said Malfoy. Tonight, if you're okay, a duel between wizards! Wands only—no touch. What's the matter? I guess, you probably never heard Speaking of wizard duels?

Of course he's heard of it, said Ron, turning around suddenly. I'm his assistant, who is your assistant?

Malfoy looked at Crabbe and Goyle, weighing things up.

Crabbe, he said, it's midnight, how about it? We'll meet you in the trophy room, where the doors are never locked.

After Malfoy left, Harry and Ron couldn't help but glance at each other.

What about a wizard's duel? Harry asked. And what do you mean by being my assistant?

Oh, and if you die, the assistant will go on, said Ron lightly, finally eating his pie which had cooled.

He caught the look on Harry's face, and added hastily, But you know, people only die in proper duels with real wizards. You and Malfoy can only send sparks to each other at best— —you two know too little magic to really hurt each other. Still, I dare say he thought you'd refuse.

What if I wave my wand and nothing happens?

Then throw away the wand and punch him in the nose. Ron shrugged and offered his suggestion with a smile.

Sorry to bother you. Across the long table, Hermione suddenly said.

Is it possible for people to eat and drink here? Ron said.

Hermione ignored him, but said to Harry, I couldn't help overhearing what you and Malfoy were saying...

I knew you would, Ron muttered.

You must not wander around the school at night. Think about how many points you will lose to Gryffindor if you are caught! And you will definitely be caught. You are really too selfish.

It's really none of your business, Harry said.

Goodbye, Ron continued.

Hermione stomped her feet angrily as she watched their leaving figures. Suddenly, she found Maca sitting not far away.

Hey, did you hear that too? You should stop them too.

Since chatting with Maca in herbal medicine class that day, Hermione will occasionally meet Maca in the library, and she usually sits down and exchanges some learning problems with Maca.

After a long time, the two became acquainted.

You have also seen that it is useless to stop them like that. Maca came over and spread his hands, expressing that he could do nothing about it. Although Harry is usually very kind, he is actually very stubborn in his bones. What he believes, It is difficult for others to make him change.

Hermione pursed her lips and walked towards the door without saying a word. When she was parting, she suddenly turned her head and gave Maca a resentful look.