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Chapter 290 Before Leaving School
'Although the Armor Charm is an important part of the magic, it is nothing compared to the great progress in herbalism or the deciphering of lamps.'

'Especially since the Order of Merlin tends to judge for great contributions to wizarding life, this makes the improvements to the Shield Charm less noticeable.'

"If I change it to medical improvements, I might be able to easily get a third-level medal or something, but I really don't have any combat spells like the Armor Spell - wait, what am I thinking about?"

Andrew finally came to his senses - damn, is this the time to analyze the Order of Merlin?
He was just knocked unconscious by the huge cake!

Fortunately, he didn't waste much time. Although he hadn't figured out anything specific, he had already controlled his emotions. The ability to control his facial expressions, which he had practiced many times to prevent being exposed, allowed him to remain calm.

"I just made some breakthroughs by chance under the guidance of our dean," Andrew said with a shy look, "Such a reward is really a surprise to me..."

"Anyway, it's a good start."

Fudge smiled and nodded, then gave Andrew another scholarship.

Then there was thunderous applause.

It was not until the end-of-term banquet that Andrew stopped managing his expression and began to think seriously about this improvement and development.

At this point, even without the dean's explanation, he could guess it roughly.

There is no doubt that his spell skills, which only gave him an advantage over his peers, were not enough to allow him to make appropriate judgments about advanced spells such as the Iron Armor Curse.

Professor Flitwick realized better than he did how easy it was to get started with the prototype of the Shield Charm he had created - and there was no doubt that this had been tested by several people who were capable of verifying it.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have gotten a magic NEWTs exemption certificate for this reason.

'Is it because the fuzzy treatment of Transfiguration makes the spell learning easier? Or is it because the first level of Transfiguration requires less magic? '

This requires a higher level of magic foundation to make a judgment - if it weren't for the professor's repeated strong requests and explanations, he would not have been able to complete the task of using magic to replicate part of the Transfiguration spell and present the entire spell in the form of a magic spell.

"I just don't have enough basic knowledge. If that math problem had been about Transfiguration, I wouldn't have needed to do the math at all..."

Casting a spell requires the syllable changes of the spell, the gestures and angles of the wand, as well as the knowledge of the spell - and of course, the most important magic power.

When you have accumulated enough knowledge, when you learn a new spell, you can basically understand roughly how to recite the spell and how to change the hand gestures just by looking at the book - if you have not accumulated enough knowledge and the spell you learn is relatively difficult, then you can only rely on more difficult calculations.

If it was more difficult, like the question Professor Flitwick posed this time, then he would make a calculation error like him and lose points.

Magic spells are not something you can learn by just looking at them - even the simplest levitation spell requires waving and shaking the hands while reciting the spell rhythmically, and the accumulation and understanding of gestures and syllable segmentation is a test of talent.

"If only the spell was as simple as Transfiguration, I wouldn't have to figure out the method and pronunciation of a new Transfiguration spell..."

He shook his head, dismissed this unrealistic idea, and started to head towards Professor Flitwick's office - what his dean had done was so surprising that it was a little frightening, and he had to go there.

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"The evaluation of Sir Merlin's group is really too stingy," Professor Flitwick looked at Andrew cheerfully, "but the Examination Authority is very prompt. The improved Shield Charm is really worth promoting."

Andrew looked at the professor, knowing full well the hidden meaning behind what the professor was saying.

It is the improved Armor Spell that is extremely excellent, not you - don't be proud, you still have a lot to learn, and you need to practice the spell well.

If you make a breakthrough in the future, a certificate of exemption from the exam will be nothing, and you will definitely be able to get the Medal of Merlin!
There is no doubt that Professor Flitwick directly put a smooth road in front of him without any empty promises.

"I lack a lot in Charms, Professor. It's basically all thanks to your guidance."

Andrew was very serious. "Of course it was my advice. You are a Ravenclaw student," Professor Flitwick smiled happily, "The dean has a natural advantage in this regard.

"But that improved spell was all your own idea. I just gave some guidance that the dean should give. Study hard. You still have a long way to go in spells."

Professor Flitwick waved his wand, and two cups of tea appeared. He pushed one cup to Andrew with his wand, "Don't relax even on vacation. You have your own way to go in spells. Using Transfiguration to blur spells is a good way, and it suits you very well."

"However," the professor began to cool down Andrew after praising him, "Since you want to do this, you have to lay a solid foundation. Start with the basic spells. Don't be greedy. Learn it thoroughly before you do it. Don't try to copy other people's methods. The best one is the one that suits you."

"Well, I'll make sure to study first-year spells in depth, Professor."

Andrew nodded.

"Just remember it. Okay, there's nothing else to do. Let's enjoy the holiday before leaving school."

"Well, I will."

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"Exempt from the test, Andrew!"

After finishing his shift and returning to the dormitory, Andrew was surrounded by his roommates, who all looked at his certificate of exemption from the exam.

"Yes, the certificate of exemption from the exam, Andrew, you never asked me what to do with the OWLs certificate?"

Hal took a look at the certificate of exemption from examination, which was of great value, and suddenly asked a key question.

"It seems that I can be exempted from the exam, because this thing covers the functions of the OWLs certificate," Andrew thought for a moment, "but it has nothing to do with me. If I dare to use this to exempt myself from the exam, Professor Flitwick will hang me on display outside his office."

"No, maybe it's the Astronomy Tower."

Kevin interjected, almost scaring Andrew.

Damn it, it's such a nice day, why are you mentioning the astronomy tower?

"Don't talk about that. We have to let Hughes treat us. We got first place without making any noise. We will also get our own sleeping bag in the future. It's really enviable."

Hal did not let go of Hughes who was trying to pretend to be invisible.

"It was just a fluke."

Hughes looked terrified.

"You got a perfect score by luck? I asked the professor and he found out that you are the only one who got a perfect score."

“It just so happens that I’m interested in this area…”

"I don't believe it... What is your next research direction?"

After Hal asked the others, he began to stare at Hughes - this year's exam questions were too tricky, and everyone's knowledge of History of Magic was average, so it was time to find some outside test questions.

"That's it. I'm particularly interested in the lost history of Roman magic."

Hughes looked serious.

(End of this chapter)