Slughorn did not notice Hermione's embarrassment. He asked excitedly, "I have to confirm something, Miss Granger. Are you really not related to Hector Dagworth Granger, the founder of the Extraordinary Pharmacists Association?"
"No, Professor, I'm a Muggle."
"Yes, a Muggle. You and Mr. Mason are both. I understand why Dumbledore values you so much!" Slughorn said with a smile. "Just like Ravenclaw said, extraordinary intelligence is the greatest wealth. With this wealth, you will achieve extraordinary things in the future. I'm sure of it. "
Malfoy did not seem to agree with Slughorn's words.
As soon as Elwyn raised his head, he saw him making a vomiting expression.
The next second, he noticed Elwyn's gaze. Their eyes met briefly, and he obviously hesitated for a moment before quickly recovering.
Malfoy did not hide the sneer on his lips. Instead, he turned his head and whispered something to Nott. The two of them laughed secretly.
Did this guy really think that he could be fearless by relying on the Lord Voldemort?
Since the incident two years ago, Malfoy had not dared to provoke Elwyn and Hermione.
It had been a long time since he made fun of Hermione in class.
Not to mention, it was done in front of Elwyn.
Malfoy's change was obvious this semester. Not only did he treat Harry, but his attitude toward Elwyn had also changed dramatically. He was no longer full of scruples and hesitation toward Elwyn like before. He seemed to have made up his mind.
Perhaps the identity of a Death Eater had given him an illusion...
Elwyn thought for a moment before lowering his head to study the textbook in his hand.
He did not care about Malfoy's change. It was not a big deal.
In his opinion, Malfoy did need some courage. Otherwise, how could he assassinate Dumbledore?
If he had really received this mission from the Lord Voldemort, then his current reaction was quite normal.
If it was someone else with a weak will, they would probably have given up on themselves and collapsed.
Malfoy had only become slightly more unscrupulous and returned to his previous self. It could be said that his mentality was already very good!
Elwyn didn't care about Malfoy and his stupid plan at all. His attention was focused on the textbook in his hand.
Although there were many changes and markings on it, it was still not certain if this book was Snape's.
Or rather, it should be missing something, but Elwyn didn't dare to believe it.
The potion on the page that he was looking at happened to be the truth-telling potion. Elwyn was very familiar with the potion formula and brewing process, but the changes in the textbook had almost changed this classic potion formula beyond recognition. Most of the changes were things that he had never thought about.
With so many changes, could it still be possible to brew a truth-telling potion?
Or was this not Snape's textbook, but the product of random scribbles by other students?
It seemed that he had to test it out to be sure.
Elwyn had always admired Snape's potion skills and knew that he was one of the few potion masters.
This meant that he was qualified to modify the existing potion formula and even create a new one.
But now, it seemed that if the changes in this book were really effective, then Snape's real skills were even higher than Elwyn's imagination.
He closed the textbook and returned it to Harry, ready to see the effects when he started brewing the potion.
On the podium, Slughorn looked at Hermione with satisfaction.
"Now, I have to give Miss Granger of Gryffindor a well-deserved twenty points," he said. "As for this pot of aphrodisiac, it was brewed just right. Many times, it can help you bunch of inexperienced rookies take a crucial step in your relationships."
Many students stared at the crucible that was constantly emitting spiral-shaped pink steam. Their expressions were mesmerized.
For a long time, aphrodisiac had been the most popular potion.
Of course, it was illegal, but there were always people who wanted to get their hands on it.
The "Wonder Witch" made by Fred and George was the best example. Although they claimed that it was the most advanced aphrodisiac, it was actually a weakened, diluted version of the aphrodisiac. It would only make the opposite sex feel good about you.
Even so, since it was put on the shelves, it sold like crazy. Many people ordered it.
Not only students, but many adult wizards also needed it.
"But you have to know that it can't really create love. Love can't be made or imitated. This potion will only cause intense obsession or infatuation. This is probably the most dangerous and powerful potion in this classroom. Yes, that's right, that's it! " He nodded solemnly at Malfoy and Nott, who were sneering suspiciously. "When you're as experienced as I am, you won't underestimate the power of infatuation!"
"Well, that's the end of the introduction," Slughorn continued. "Now, let's start the class."
"Sir, you haven't told us what's in it yet," Ernie McMillan asked.
He pointed at the smallest crucible on Slughorn's podium. The potion in the tiny crucible was splashing happily.
Its color was like molten gold, and there were big drops of liquid jumping on its surface like goldfish, but not a single drop spilled outside. Other than the aphrodisiac, this was the most eye-catching potion. The students had never seen this potion before.
"Hey!" Slughorn said again, as if he had just remembered something like this.
But in fact, he definitely hadn't forgotten about the potion.
Slughorn was just waiting for someone to ask to create a dramatic effect.
This potion was heavyweight enough that its effects would be shocking once it was announced. No one would not want to get their hands on it.
"By the way, I haven't told you about that one yet. Ladies and gentlemen, that thing is a most peculiar little potion, called the Elixir of Blessing. I think so! " He turned around with a smile and looked at Hermione, who had let out a cry of surprise. "Surely you know what the Elixir of Blessing does, don't you, Miss Granger?"
"It's the Potion of Fortune!" Hermione said excitedly. "It will bring you good luck!"
Her words seemed to have some sort of magical power. The whole class instantly straightened their backs and leaned forward to look at the small crucible in unison.
"Very true. Ten more points for Gryffindor. Yes, it's a peculiar little potion, the Elixir of Blessing! " Slughorn said. "The ingredients are difficult to collect, and the brewing process is very complicated. If you make a mistake, the consequences will be disastrous. But if you brew it properly, like the one in this crucible, you'll find that whatever you do will work, at least until the potion wears off.
"Then why don't people drink it all day, sir?" Terry Boothe asked eagerly.
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