Simultaneous travel: City, infinite evolution

Chapter 152 The Philosopher's Stone, Time Converter, Dragons, and the Nibelungen
Dumbledore had seen the desires of many people, but he had never seen anything like Chen Hong's.

"However, I should... consider her kind, right?"

"At least he doesn't have any bad intentions."

"I don't know why this little guy has this desire to change the world, yet he's also so warm and lazy?"
Isn't that a bit contradictory?

"I wonder if this little guy will be a good thing or a bad thing for the world when he grows up."

Even the cunning Dumbledore was a little unsure.

Chen Hong's inner world is too strange.

It's like an absurd and contradictory pantomime, as nonsensical as Mr. Bean.

Even so, when Chen Honglai asked him to keep his promise.

Dumbledore still gave the Philosopher's Stone to Chen Hong, and also gave Chen Hong the right to use the Time-Turner.

He even issued Chen Hong a "Permanent Pass to the Forbidden Zone of Hogwarts," personally signed by Headmaster Dumbledore.

"Little one, you can read any of the books at Hogwarts from now on. Be careful when you come into contact with dark magic, and don't be bewitched."

Never use magic on Muggles, and never use dark magic on kind wizards.

"Principal, don't worry."

I am a good child with a kind heart, so I cannot use dark magic effectively.

It's mainly out of curiosity about the principles of magic and to increase my understanding of it.

Dumbledore just smiled and didn't say anything.

After receiving the reward from Dumbledore, Chen Hong entered a crazy study mode.

The Time Converter looks like a multi-ringed hourglass pendant. Each rotation can rewind 1 hour, and the user needs to control the rewind time by rotating it a certain number of times.

The Ministry of Magic stipulates that the maximum time reversal is 5 hours, otherwise it may cause a "serious time accident".

Users must avoid contact with their past selves, otherwise it may lead to a time paradox.

Time travel cannot change established history, but rather facilitates what has already happened, completing the time loop.

When time traveling, one should try to avoid interfering with the past, otherwise it will trigger a chain reaction, causing changes in the timeline, or even the creation of parallel worlds.

Moreover, the years spent traveling through time will still leave marks on one's life, and will still be considered a depletion of lifespan.

Therefore, people who frequently use time converters will appear to age faster than others.

Fortunately, Chen Hong has a long lifespan and is currently in his prime. He frequently uses the time converter to go back three or four hours to listen to more lessons, read more books, and learn more magical knowledge.

They practically stretch one minute into two thousand seconds.

Chen Hong frantically perused and studied the rare, banned books in the restricted book section.

With the added benefit of having professors to consult, Chen Hong's learning progressed rapidly.

Besides studying, Chen Hong also took time to research the magic stone.

The magic stone can transform ordinary materials into an elixir of immortality, allowing the drinker to extend their lifespan indefinitely and even maintain their youth.

Nicolas Flamel, the creator of the Philosopher's Stone, and his wife Perenat survived for over six centuries thanks to this medicine.

The elixir of immortality must be taken regularly, otherwise one will still age and die; it depends on the magic stone for its existence, and if the stone is destroyed, the source of the elixir will be cut off.

Nicolas Flamel lent the Philosopher's Stone to Dumbledore to fish for Voldemort, and he had no intention of getting it back.

He's lived too long; he's tired of living.

He only wanted to face death peacefully with his wife.

The immortality granted by the Philosopher's Stone and the Elixir of Life is ultimately not without side effects.

It can significantly weaken a user's physical fitness. For example, after long-term use, Nicolas Flamel experienced a significant decrease in bone and muscle strength, to the point that his bones were "almost crushed" when he shook hands with others.

This side effect may stem from the one-way consumption of life energy: the magic stone sustains life by transforming matter, but cannot simultaneously enhance bodily functions.

If the magic stone is destroyed or becomes ineffective, users who rely on its elixir of immortality will rapidly age to their actual age.

Immortals, having escaped the natural cycle, experience sensory atrophy, losing the ability to appreciate the deliciousness of food, the beauty of music, and feeling no stimulation from anything they see…

Spiritual and emotional needs decline as life expectancy increases.

Although the elixir of immortality made from the Philosopher's Stone has many shortcomings and drawbacks.

However, it cannot be denied that it can bring people a long lifespan.

As long as you want to live, don't lose the magic stone, don't get killed, and don't die unexpectedly, it's basically very difficult to die.

Until you live to the point where your body is as brittle as a potato chip, falling apart at the slightest touch.

Legend has it that the Philosopher's Stone can transform any metal into pure gold, granting its holder endless wealth.

It can be said that a single Philosopher's Stone embodies two major human desires: longevity and wealth.

Chen Hong delved into the study of the Philosopher's Stone, and to this end, he even made a special trip to visit Nicolas Flamel to inquire about the method of refining the Philosopher's Stone.

The Philosopher's Stone, also known as the Philosopher's Stone, requires three stages to be refined: blackening (decomposition), whitening (purification), and reddening (sublimation), ultimately producing a red crystal that symbolizes perfection.

It was created by Nicolas Flamel through the interpretation of the mysterious ancient book "The Book of Abraham," and took 21 years to complete. It is known as the pinnacle of alchemy.

After learning how to refine the magic stone, Chen Hong then studied the time converter.

The time converter is filled with "time flow" substance, and can rewind one hour with each rotation.

Its operation relies on the "folding" of the timeline by a magic hourglass, allowing users to generate parallel trajectories outside the original timeline.

But ultimately, we must return to the original line to maintain the causal loop.

According to alchemical texts, the prototype of the time-tamper was likely developed by ancient alchemists or magic researchers in an attempt to defy the natural laws of time; early versions were deemed too risky.

Later, the Department of Mysteries of the Ministry of Magic improved upon it, making it a product of their research. The Time-Turner in Chen Hong's possession was personally approved and applied for by Dumbledore to the Ministry of Magic.

A time converter cannot change the past; it can witness history, but it cannot alter it.

Its biggest use is to indirectly speed up the learning process.

That's why Dumbledore's application was approved so quickly.

This was originally designed as a powerful tool to help geniuses grow faster.

According to Chen Hong's research, the essence of that [Time Flow] substance is extremely high, and he is unable to create such a magical substance.

I have no idea how the Ministry of Magic extracts it.

This magical world has far too loose a control over time.

It's estimated that this substance wouldn't be able to be produced in other worlds.

Chen Hong decided to find an opportunity to get some technology from the Department of Mysteries of the Ministry of Magic for free in the future.

Time flies like water, and soon it will be the end of the semester.

Because of Chen Hong's interference, the Norwegian Spinosaurus hatched by Hager's unorthodox methods was not sent away.

Chen Hong created a Nibelungen space in the Forbidden Forest.

They kept the Norwegian Spinosaurus inside and entrusted Hagrid to be its professional keeper.

The Norwegian Spinosaurus had a black, raised back, and its cubs could breathe fire and were deadly with their venomous fangs.

Besides the Norwegian Ridgeback, several other amazing creatures have also gradually made their home in Chen Hong's Nibelungen.

For example, the Thestrals are black, winged, horse-like creatures that can only be seen by those who have witnessed their deaths. They are fast fliers and possess navigational abilities. They are one of the commonly used modes of transportation at Hogwarts.

There are also the centaurs, which are half-human, half-horse creatures that can speak human language, are extremely intelligent, are well-versed in astrology and philosophy, and refuse to participate in human conflicts.

Chen Hong's Nibelungen was a good secluded retreat for the centaurs, and a small group of tribes migrated there to test the waters.

One or two of the unicorns that had been ravaged by Voldemort migrated to Nibelungen to live.

There is also the Hippogriff, a magical creature that will bow back to you if you bow to it, and has exceptional flying abilities.

The arrival of these magical creatures has made Nibelungen look vibrant and full of life.

In addition, there was the soil, turf, trees, and various magical potions that Chen Hong had plundered.

With its lush greenery, grasslands, trees, clear springs, waterfalls, and rosy clouds, it can be considered a paradise on earth.

The magical creatures love living here.

Time flies, and the school year has come to an end.

At the "College Cup" awards ceremony.

Dumbledore announced: "The scores for each house are as follows:"

"Fourth place: Gryffindor, with a total score of 312 points."

The lion cubs immediately deflated.

"Third place: Hufflepuff, with a total score of 352 points."

Sparse applause broke out.

"Second place: Ravenclaw, their score is 426 points."

Enthusiastic applause and cheers erupted.

"At the top of the list is Slytherin House with a total score of 472."

The entire Slytherin academy rose to their feet and celebrated.

Dumbledore continued, "Yes, Slytherin is very good, but..."

"But... we also need to take into account the major events that have happened recently."

"Miss Hermione Granger, for her calm and clever use of her wit when her companions were in danger, is awarded 50 points."

Hermione's previously downcast face immediately broke into a wide smile.

Countless rounds of applause followed.

"My second award goes to Ron Weasley. He has displayed exceptional chess skills, the best Hogwarts has had in years. He is awarded 50 points!"

"The third award goes to Harry Potter, in recognition of his courage and extraordinary bravery, with a prize of 60 points!"

"Finally, I would like to award this prize to Chen Hong in recognition of his unparalleled courage and strategy, his love for his companions and care for the weak, and his spirit of diligent study."

I award this to Gryffindor Academy: 100 points!

As expected, the White Demon King's favoritism never disappoints.

Gryffindor, they may not have much else, but they have a lot of points.

As soon as the White Demon King finished speaking, the whole room erupted in cheers.

Everyone stood up and cheered; no one thought Chen Hong was unworthy.

The story of Chen Hong killing Voldemort's remnant soul in the underground chamber spread like wildfire.

We don't know which one of them was so careless with their words.

But Chen Hong's reputation soared to its peak, and because he passed the OWLs exam with top marks, his reputation even surpassed the Harry Potter savior image that had been promoted for over a decade.

Because Chen Hong personally killed Voldemort's remnant soul, demonstrating to people through his own hard-earned achievements:
Voldemort isn't that scary; he has a nemesis who can defeat him.

(End of this chapter)