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Chapter 173: Who Exactly Is Teaching the Class?
Chapter 173: Who Exactly Is Teaching the Class?
As Ivan walked into the third greenhouse, he could vaguely hear a conversation between two people. Unlike Harry, who was completely baffled, Ivan understood the frustration that Lockhart was feeling.
Lockhart's appointment as the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts was supposed to be a big media event, likely to make the front page. However, it was cruelly overshadowed by the news of Harry and Ron's public antics.
For Lockhart, who had an almost pathological desire for fame, this was undoubtedly a significant blow.
Furthermore, Ivan thought, his own popularity had not yet waned. The first edition of the newspaper still featured two prominent articles analyzing whether he could win the Order of Merlin.
As for the news about Lockhart, it was relegated to a corner of the page.
Thinking about this, Ivan felt quite relieved. Thanks to Harry, he had been spared from being dragged into the spotlight. Otherwise, he would have been the one called in for an interview.
"Now, who can tell me about the properties of the Mandrake?" Professor Sprout, holding a pair of earmuffs, stood in front of some potted plants and asked loudly.
Although Ivan was a bit distracted by his thoughts, answering questions had become a reflex for him. So, as soon as Professor Sprout finished speaking, Ivan managed to answer before Hermione.
"Professor Sprout! The Mandrake, also known as the Mandrake root, is a powerful restorative that can return a person who has been transformed or cursed back to their normal state. It is also a crucial component in many antidotes.
Notably, the cry of a Mandrake can be lethal, but the cry of a young Mandrake only causes dizziness and eventually unconsciousness.
As for the method of growing this plant—"
Ivan spoke fluently, reciting the knowledge he had read in books, covering all aspects and thoroughly explaining everything that needed to be said.
He then rolled up his sleeves, preparing to demonstrate how to repot a Mandrake.
Before doing so, Ivan didn't forget to remind the young wizards around him to put on their earmuffs to avoid any unfortunate incidents.
Ivan was full of enthusiasm, thinking that his efforts would earn him a lot of points from Professor Sprout and a very high evaluation after class.
However, he didn't notice that Professor Sprout was looking at him with a strange expression.
You've done everything, so what am I supposed to do?
Who exactly is teaching the class?
After class, Ivan finally received some House Points, which put him in a good mood.
The only slight disappointment was that Professor Sprout only gave him five points, despite his detailed explanation of the Mandrake's properties and his demonstration of repotting several Mandrakes.
The next Transfiguration class was even more anticipated by Ivan.
But when the class actually started, Ivan was disappointed. The lesson was too simple; they were supposed to spend an entire class learning how to turn a beetle into a button!
Ivan casually waved his wand, and the beetle on the table, which looked like a ladybug, trembled and transformed into a grayish-black button with clear and intricate patterns.
Most importantly, the transformation was very stable. It wouldn't revert unless someone actively undid it, which could last for several days.
If the beetle hadn't starved to death by then.
"Excellent Transfiguration! Ten points to Gryffindor!" As soon as Professor Mcgonagall finished distributing the materials, she saw the button on Ivan's table. Impressed by Ivan's improved Transfiguration, she didn't hesitate to award him points.
Professor Mcgonagall stepped forward, holding up the button Ivan had transformed, showing it to the other young wizards.
Not far away, Hermione looked at the button in Mcgonagall's hand, then at the beetle on her desk that had only just begun to change shape. She couldn't help but pout, feeling that the gap between her and Ivan had grown even wider.
Harry and Ron had long since gotten used to it, with no intention of comparing themselves to Ivan. Harry was struggling to keep the beetle from running off the table and hiding underneath it.
Ron's wand was completely out of control, emitting plumes of black smoke like a malfunctioning appliance.
The unluckiest of all was Seamus. He simply followed the instructions and waved his wand, but a flash of light erupted from the tip, and soon a fire was burning on his desk, with the beetle now thoroughly roasted.
This made Professor Mcgonagall, who had been surveying the room, very disappointed. She had to return the button to Ivan and quickly rush to Seamus to put out the fire. After a stern scolding, she began guiding the other young wizards.
Seeing this, Ivan couldn't help but shake his head. He transformed the button back into a beetle and used the remaining time to practice his magical analysis.
Given his current level of spell theory, the second-year curriculum was indeed too simple for him, offering little in the way of real learning. It was mainly for earning House Points.
During class, Ivan felt he needed to find other ways to utilize his time.
As the lunch bell rang, the young wizards practicing the Transfiguration spell in the classroom breathed a collective sigh of relief, signaling that they could finally take a break.
Ivan waited for the other students to leave before approaching the front of the room, where Professor Mcgonagall was tidying up her books.
"Professor Mcgonagall! Do you remember our agreement from last year? About learning Animagus Transformation?"
"Hmm", Professor Mcgonagall paused her actions, her eyes behind her round glasses appraising Ivan for a moment, a mix of admiration and exasperation in her gaze.
"I haven't forgotten, Hales!"
"However, learning Animagus Transformation takes a lot of time. How about we schedule it for this weekend?" Mcgonagall suggested.
"Of course!" Ivan nodded, indicating his agreement.
He knew that the professors at Hogwarts had heavy teaching loads, often responsible for all seven years. For Professor Mcgonagall to spare her free time to tutor him was already a significant favor.
Thinking of this, Ivan felt very grateful.
A polite and talented student is always appreciated, and Professor Mcgonagall was no exception. A smile tugged at the corners of her lips, but she still felt the need to remind him.
"I hope you will reconsider whether you want to learn Animagus Transformation during this time. You should understand the dangers of this magic!"
"I won't give up, Professor!" Ivan declared with determination.
His Transfiguration spell had been stuck at Level 4 for a long time, and his progress in regular practice was minimal. He believed that the key to breaking through to Level 5 would be when he mastered Animagus Transformation!
(End of Chapter)
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