Hogwarts: From Luna's House to Godhood Through Intense Competition

He kept checking the map in his mind until all the relevant areas were lit up, then he stopped and collected all the ancient magical power.

Vizette once again activated the improved magic, the transformation magic that turned the crab claw orchid into the devil's web, which was worthy of the investment of ancient magical power.

He wanted to know what properties ancient magical powers would bestow upon shapeshifting magic if it were modified.

Hesitation was not in Vizet's nature; he acted quickly, pouring all the ancient magical power he had just acquired into shapeshifting magic.

Turn the page of "The Wizarding Guide to Practical Application".

Unlike before, he gleaned insights into transfiguration magic from this unopened page.

These understandings are very profound, and he could only barely grasp a tiny bit of the content with the help of the "Theory of Metamorphic Deformation".

After an unknown amount of time, the page was finally turned, revealing a new magic:

Ancient Magic: Self-Shaping (Devil's Web): Guiding ancient magic to cast transformation spells... transforming fingers into a devil's web...

Based on his newly acquired understanding, he didn't use his wand, but instead extended his hand directly.

"Shaping with vines!"

His fingers were enveloped in a silvery-blue light, and a tingling, itchy sensation spread from his fingertips throughout his body.

Under the influence of magic, the slender fingers stretched continuously, and the bones inside seemed to soften.

It's a very strange feeling; your will seems to become your "hand," while your real hand becomes "playdough."

He guided the magic, transforming his fingers, which quickly turned into dark green vines with unique plant-like patterns.

"Knox!"

Vizette not only extinguished the light at the tip of her wand, but also closed her eyes and began to walk around the school hospital.

He walked with remarkable ease, avoiding the hospital bed and the herbal medicine cabinet as if he knew them in advance.

It was an extremely strange experience. Even though he closed his eyes and was surrounded by darkness, he could "see" everything around him through his hand, which had transformed into a devil's net.

As a magical plant that lurks in damp, dark environments, Devil's Web has an extremely strong perception of darkness.

By entering the Devil Web, Vizette also gained corresponding sensory abilities.

He suddenly remembered the "Animagus," which seemed to grant the user the abilities of the corresponding animal after casting this transformation magic.

Just then, he suddenly sensed a bright light ahead, and a ball of fire appeared out of nowhere...

Chapter 74 Dumbledore's Visit

Warmth and light are the natural enemies of the devil's web.

Vizette felt the Devil's Net weaken in her hand and immediately opened her eyes.

As expected, the devil's net formed from the fingers curled up, like clumps of iron filings, and even the accompanying sensory abilities dissipated completely.

As the flames died down, the lights in the school hospital suddenly came on.

Dumbledore said softly, "Absolutely perfect Transfiguration magic. To achieve this level is truly remarkable!"

He wore a pine-green cloak-like robe decorated with gold buttons on the front, each button bearing the Hogwarts crest.

Vizet blinked, thinking of something—Dumbledore's clothes never seemed to be the same twice.

This contrasts sharply with Professor McGonagall, who favors dark green robes, and Professor Snape, who is obsessed with black robes.

"Good evening, Headmaster Dumbledore!" Wizette said somewhat awkwardly, returning her hand to its original position.

"Are you feeling better?" Dumbledore asked with concern. "I think Professor Snape's potion, apart from its unpleasant taste, is quite effective."

"Actually, the taste was alright, like drinking porridge," Vizette recalled, speaking truthfully. "But the effect was really good; I've recovered!"

"Hmm..." Dumbledore murmured, as if answering his own question, "Is it alright? Maybe next time I can ask him to add some sugar..."

He didn't dwell on the issue and continued, "I heard from Professor McGonagall that you have a great talent for shapeshifting magic and are able to perform high-level shapeshifting of the same species."

"But now it seems that you have not only completed advanced same-species transformation, but also human transformation... To be honest, this can no longer be described as 'very talented'."

Vizette felt her ears burning and waved her hand, saying, "Headmaster Dumbledore, I still have a lot to learn."

"This time, it was mainly because I had a sudden inspiration, and with the book 'The Theory of Metamorphosis and Deformation,' it just so happened that the Christmas cactus turned into a devil's web."

"The Theory of Metamorphosis?" Dumbledore stroked his beard. "Is it the one borrowed from the library?"

“Yes, there’s a message from you on it.” Vizette thought of the notes and messages in “The Theory of Metamorphosis” and couldn’t help but ask with a smile, “The message is… real?”

“It’s true.” Dumbledore laughed as well. “Mrs. Pince has an unusual obsession with the care of books.”

The two exchanged a smile, and Vezel felt much more at ease than before.

Dumbledore glanced at Vizet and said in a casual tone, "Half a year has passed, which course did you find most interesting?"

“They’re all quite interesting…” Vizette blurted out, “Maybe it’s because of me that I’m exposed to the magical world?”

“Treating knowledge equally is a very good quality,” Dumbledore said gently. “You’re not wrong, this is where English wizards first encountered magic.”

"The courses here all have corresponding meaning, and we hope that students can find enjoyment in them and discover the course that interests them the most..."

"We hope that during their seven years at Hogwarts, students can follow their own souls, develop their own understanding of magic, and find the magical path that best suits them."

“Soul? Understanding magic?” Vizet frowned, vaguely sensing the weight of those two words.

“You are still very perceptive,” Dumbledore smiled with satisfaction. “Although mastering various forms of magic will allow one to live in the magical world…”

"But to truly embark on the path of magic is to have one's own understanding of magic and know where one should go. Most wizards who want to achieve this are already over forty."

“Next, I’m going to tell you some things that are far beyond what’s covered…” He blinked, noticing that Vizet skillfully took out his notebook.

“These are my views on the soul, so you don’t need to write them down. We can just chat casually like we’re having a conversation.”

"Okay," Vizette replied with a hint of regret, placing the notebook back on the table.

“Vizet, what do you think is the difference between wizards?” Dumbledore asked with a smile. “Answer in a more magical way… if you can.”

Vezet nodded, and after only considering his life at Luna's house and his time studying at Hogwarts, he finally uttered a single word: "Soul!"

“Yes!” Dumbledore smiled, as if treating the school hospital as a classroom. “The souls of wizards are all different… After all, I’ve mentioned it so many times, I won’t give Ravenclaw any extra points.”

“The souls of wizards are all different, so their specialties in magic also differ. For example, Professor Flitwick's talent in spells—did you know he was once a dueling champion?”

"Duel Champion? I don't know..." Vizet's eyes widened. Although he didn't know what this title meant, he felt that it must be very powerful.

Dumbledore recalled: "During the duel, most of the dark magic could be used... Professor Flitwick did not do so; he defeated his opponent with his masterful spells."

"The sooner you develop your own understanding of magic, the sooner you'll understand what your soul needs, just like Professor Flitwick. Including Professor Sprout, Professor McGonagall, Professor Snape..."

"They have their own understanding of magic, which allows them to better utilize their talents. Just like some wizards might be good at disarming charms, forgetting charms, or wandless spellcasting."

"The soul is so wondrous. There are as many kinds of souls as there are wizards, and as many kinds of talents as there are souls, just like Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans... Each one can bring a new and wonderful experience."

"This is an indescribable process. The professor can only play a supporting role, inspiring you to feel your soul and build your own understanding of magic."

Vizette asked tentatively, "Headmaster Dumbledore, do you think... my soul is inclined towards Transfiguration magic?"

“Yes.” Dumbledore nodded gently. “Besides your performance during this period, the Obscurus you bear is also an important basis for my conclusion.”

“The Obscurial?” Vizette placed her hand on her chest. “Then shouldn’t I have a greater talent for dark magic?”

"Isn't there a rule?" Dumbledore asked with a smile. "No one stipulates that a soul can only have one preference. The soul is a complex and even changeable entity."

“A talent for disarming spells, and proficiency in the extremely difficult Patronus Charm…anything is possible! Vizet, wizards can work miracles, remember that.”

“Obscurus is a form of dark magic, but it is not just a form of dark magic…” he said, drawing his wand and waving it gently.

A wisp of black mist emanated from the tip of the wand, sometimes transforming into a black cloud-like shape, and sometimes condensing into a black cone...

Chapter 75 Dumbledore and Grindelwald's Notebooks

After demonstrating, Dumbledore put away his wand and let the black mist dissipate.

His voice was deep, “Obscurus has extremely high plasticity, but at the same time it is extremely uncontrollable. Most people’s understanding of Obscurus is often limited to its uncontrollability.”

"But we've forgotten about the Obscurial's talent for shapeshifting magic... the ability to control such immense power, shrinking and expanding at will... isn't that a perfect example of this?"

Vizette nodded somewhat blankly; he genuinely couldn't understand this part of the explanation.

Dumbledore was fully aware of his expertise in Transfiguration magic.

Without Dumbledore's annotations, it would have been very difficult for him to read "The Theory of Metamorphosis".

"So it was just a chat..." Dumbledore smiled gently. "This is my understanding, based on my knowledge, experience, and past..."

“You are different from me. You have a unique talent that can help you achieve twice the result with half the effort when understanding magic.”

"A unique talent?" Vizet pursed his lips, somewhat puzzled.

“Yes!” Dumbledore nodded. “Your eyes… the Magic Eye. It is an extremely ancient and extremely rare talent.”

“Headmaster Dumbledore…” Vizette’s eyelids twitched, “Did Mr. Ollivander tell you this?”

“Yes, he wanted to keep the secret completely, so he came to me.” Dumbledore stretched out his arm and rolled up his sleeve.

As he clenched his fist, three chain-like thin lines gradually appeared on his arm.

The fine threads emitted a dazzling light, like fireworks.

"Headmaster Dumbledore, is this... a magical contract?" Vizette asked tentatively.