103 Chapter 100 - Who is this Half-Blooded Prince?
***** Regular Chapter ***** A/N: Wednesday's Chapter. Its my Birthday week, so I've been getting kidnapped by my friends for various outings and dinners the past few days. Went to a rave last night after not going to one since before Covid.... that was an experience again ahaha.
ALSO..... Kinda weird to be hitting 100 chapters, especially since I never really considered myself a writer..... just someone who loved reading and gaming. But here we are! Thanks for sticking with this story, especially after my lengthy sick leave.... really appreciate every single one of you that's along for the ride <3< p>
As a side note, my crypto investments are pumping right now, so maybe if it continues, I can actually quit my job and just write full time LMFAO ahahaha Delusional I know..... But I can dream LOL *****
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'....proach brewing with patience and mindfulness, for the alchemical dance of the cauldron unfolds according to its own rhythm and tempo. By attuning themselves to the subtle shifts in temperature and consistency, potion-makers can coax forth the full potential of their concoctions, imbuing them with potency and efficacy.
Magical Theory: Unraveling the Mysteries of Transmutation
Beyond the realm of practical brewing lies the theoretical underpinnings of potioncraft, wherein the principles of magic and alchemy converge in a symphony of arcane knowledge. From the transmutation of base substances to the amplification of magical properties, the study of magical theory provides insight into the fundamental forces that govern the art of potion-making.
Students are encouraged to explore the works of ancient alchemists and modern magical theorists alike, delving into the esoteric mysteries that underpin their craft. Through rigorous study and contemplation, potion-makers can deepen their understanding of magical princ...
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Khan was currently studying for his N.E.W.T.s, reading through all his various textbooks in his RoR, Sol keeping him company, as she soared through the air, enjoying the sunlight that shone through the window and lit up the Botanical themed space.
A couple more weeks had passed since his introduction of Cross Wands to his various classes, and just like his previous introduction of Summoner's Court, this new dueling club for students took off like wildfire!
Many students were seen in the following days excitedly making plans to meet up and participate in the club, with even the visiting students from Beauxbatons and Drumstraung wanting to take part in some duels.
Unfortunately, this also meant that in the immediate weeks following the introduction of Crossed Wands, Madam Pomfrey became increasingly busy in the Medical Wing, much to her displeasure, taking care of all the various magical injuries the students incurred while dueling each other.
Them all being so new to dueling in general, Khan supposed this made sense, and having observed the general magical ability of the students thus far in classes, it was logical that they would have trouble controlling their magic when using it in combat for the first time.
This was partly the reason Khan wanted to reintroduce the club, not to mention the reason that he was teaching all his students about Spell Chaining and Spell Combinations as well!
He wanted to catch them up to what he remembered Hogwarts Students were previously capable of after all!
During his own Crossed Wands participation, Khan remembered kids as young as second years participating in various duels.... Casting Protegeo, mixed with various spell chains and combinations... even the younger children just starting their Hogwarts education were much more combat capable than perhaps even current Hogwarts graduates!
Which is why he was currently grateful at the quickly growing popularity of Crossed Wands. It had gotten so popular, that it was quickly becoming many students' favorite past time activity, many of them lining outside the Clock Tower itself, to take their turn inside the dueling rings!
In fact, today even on a Hogsmeade Holiday weekend such as this one (this time celebrating Easter), Khan had appeared in a Hogsmeade that was relatively empty earlier that morning, with only a few students being seen wandering from shop to shop, running various errands.
Quite the contrast in comparison to the first couple of Hogsmeade weekends, that's for sure.
Khan himself made the trip alone as well funnily enough, which is why he was now studying back in his RoR, instead of the library.
Having come to Hogsmeade to settle some quick business affairs at his shop before returning, intending to continue studying for his N.E.W.T.s, Jordan did not bother asking any of his close friends to accompany him, and quickly went about his business, allowing him to finish his trip in record time!
Typically accompanied by Fleur, having accompanied him the past month, her father having given them some privacy, she was instead busy spending time with her family for the Easter Weekend, Jordan of course understanding, and giving them some family time. They had come all the way from France after all, just to accompany her for the rest of the Triwizard tournament.
Hermione evidently was still being harassed as a result of Rita's article. Even now, a few weeks after the article was published, she was still receiving hate-mail, the last one being filled with undiluted bubotuber pus!
Walking around with her hands bandaged up, she was hardly in any mood to go to Hogsmeade as well, choosing instead to go to the library. Apparently she had some new research to do....
Khan had been eating close by in the Great Hall, when he had witnessed Hermione open that hateful booby-trapped latter. Needless to say, he was definitely planning on opening his publication now, especially after what he had learned from Luna.
Beginning her apprenticeship with Natty, Jordan had spent ample time with Luna, becoming even closer. Khan had even begun deciphering her various strange words (ok fine…. Not so much deciphering, as it was Hermione informing him about him 'gum disease' and 'gingivitis', her parents being dentists) just as a result of wanting to spend more time with his old best friend, while she was still here at Hogwarts.
Regarding Natsai, she intended to stay at Hogwarts for the foreseeable future, both to teach Luna, as her newest apprentice, and to spend time with Jordan. At least that was her excuse…. Truthfully, she also intended to keep a watch over her oldest mentor, to ensure he dealt with the Voldemort problem.
As for Harry, well Jordan had noticed that he was strangely enough starting to spend more time with another fourth year Khan recognized; it was that poor boy who reacted rather traumatically to the Crucio demonstration when Khan and fake-Moody were showing the Unforgivable curses, Neville Longbottom!
Apparently, Jordan had learned from Harry, Neville had come in clutch literally the night before the Second Task, right after Hermione was taken away, and ended up helping Harry successfully prepare for it. Since then, they had started spending more time together, slowly developing a closer friendship.
Khan had to say, he was pretty happy that Harry was beginning to make new close friends. He did find it pretty strange originally, that Harry appeared to only have Hermione (and previously Ron) as a close friend... Someone who was renowned as 'The Boy who Lived', that also happened to be a quidditch prodigy, was not popular? Even all of his friends, and various people he was friendly with; a majority of them were from the Gryffindor House.
Completely opposite of himself, who's close friends were all from different Hogwarts Houses.... but Khan supposed Harry had some reason or another for not associating with too many people.
At least Harry appeared to be making new close friends with someone that appeared to be helping him improve himself. Khan had even seen the two new friends in line to take their turns dueling in Crossed Wands! It seems that this new friend was much more serious about improving.... at least over Harry's previous friend Ronald at least.
Speaking of Ronald, strangely, Jordan had not seen him recently, outside of his scheduled classes with the fourth year Gryffindors of course. Not that Khan was keeping an eye out for him or anything like that; just Ron seemed to be the only Weasley who seemed to dislike him for some strange reason, and Jordan still had no idea why.
The rest of the Weasley's (except Percy, but luckily he was already graduated) he got along with quite well actually.
The twins were up to their usual shenanigans, playing random pranks on other students; however Khan had learned that the Weasley Twins actually had a purpose behind these pranks (beyond humiliating others of course).
Turns out they were already working on their planned business for when they leave Hogwarts and Graduate! And these 'pranks' were actually invented items the two of them had created, and were now 'field testing' their various creations.
Khan had even promised them, that if they were serious, and could demonstrate their dedication to making this business work, that he would be their primary investor! Needless to say, the twins immediately agreed, quickly bring Jordan into their future plans for 'Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes'.
Whereas with Ginny, well funnily enough, she was his current flying buddy! Having run into her flying around Hogwarts Valley early in the year, they continued flying together during their breaks throughout the year, and quickly became closer friends, Although that was no surprise, with Ginny's attitude and competitiveness reminding him of his old flying buddy Imelda Reyes.
*COOOO*
Sol trilled out happiness as she came in to perch on Khan's shoulder after flying around, in turn knocking him out of his thoughts of his current friends. After cuddling with her for a few moments, Jordan figured he had wasted enough time daydreaming, and decided to get back to studying, continuing from where he left off.
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iples, unlocking new avenues for experimentation and discovery.
Elixir of Ethereal Radiance
Ingredients:
3 sprigs of moonflower essence
2 drops of phoenix tears
1 vial of luminescent firefly extract
1 pinch of powdered unicorn horn
4 ounces of purified spring water
Instructions:
Begin by gently crushing the moonflower essence in a mortar and pestle until it forms a fine paste. Transfer the paste to a cauldron filled with the purified spring water.
Heat the cauldron over a low flame, allowing the moonflower essence to infuse into the water until it takes on a pale luminescence.
Add the phoenix tears to the cauldron, stirring clockwise with a silver stirring rod to incorporate the magical essence into the brew.
Once the mixture begins to shimmer with ethereal light, carefully add the luminescent firefly extract, taking care not to disturb the delicate balance of energies.
Sprinkle the powdered unicorn horn into the cauldron, chanting softly in ancient tongues to invoke the alchemical properties of the potion.
Continue to simmer the potion until it reaches a radiant glow, then remove it from the flame and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Bottle the potion in a crystal vial, sealing it with a cork imbued with protective runes to preserve its magical potency.
To activate the Elixir, simply uncork the vial and imbibe a single droplet on each of your eyes, allowing the potions luminous energies to suffuse your being with ethereal radiance.
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Reading over the recipe, studying for his Potions N.E.W.T, Khan was pleasantly surprised to find that the previous owner of this Advanced Potion-making book, had made some notes in the margins of the page, taking issue with what was written, even going so far as to write out alternative instructions.
'Crush Moonflower Essence with the flat side of a silver dagger instead ... creates a much finer paste than a mortar and pestle'
'When stirring clockwise, make sure to add a counter-clockwise stir after every seventh clockwise stir....'
Being a budding potions-master himself, Khan quickly moved downstairs, heading straight towards his production line, and numerous potions tables, wanting to try out these alternative instructions for himself.
Using both sets of instructions, Khan made two elixirs, wanting to directly compare the differences in the two. And after only a few moments, Jordan quickly realized that these alternate instructions were the real deal!
Not only did they speed up his potions-brewing process, but they even improved the potency of the elixir!
This particular elixir, for example, is used to help wizards see during the night, their eyes taking on an ethereal glow, allowing them to cut through even the darkest of spots, and see just as clearly as if it were the daytime.
The elixir made with the alternative instructions however, Khan realized that not only did the normal night seeing ability last longer, but for some reason, it also allowed him to see through disillusionment charms as well...
Rifling through the rest of the book in his nerdy excitement, Jordan quickly saw that the rest of the book were similarly filled all along the margins with various notes and alternative steps for potions!
And the more he pored over the book, the more he realized how much was it there!
There were even various jinxes and hexes scribbled in the margins, which judging by the numerous scribbles and revisions, this 'half-blood prince' had invented himself.
Although most were random spells (Khan had found one that appeared to make toe-nails grow faster) there were quite a few useful ones as well; Muffliato for example, was a spell that filled the ears of anyone nearby with an unidentifiable buzzing, allowing the caster to have a private conversation without risk of being overheard.
'This Prince person was quite the talent, both at inventing spells, and potion-making, if all these notes and revisions are to be considered.' Khan thought to himself, slightly impressed with this unknown person.
Improving on Potion-making, during any era, is quite the feat, let alone spell creation..... and to think that this was all done while he was a student in school, the textbook of course being a dead giveaway.
But if he was already this impressive as merely a student in Hogwarts, wouldn't he be more well known now?
'Something else to investigate...'
Just who exactly is this Half-Blooded Prince?
