The Magical Food God of Hogwarts

Chapter 125 Is this a truth serum?

The badger cubs huddled around Lucas.

Allie, Hannah, Ernie, Susan — Cedric —

Lucas's voice continued to echo in their hearts.

A person's value is reflected in how much joy and happiness they bring to others.

Labor has no distinction between noble and lowly.

As long as someone enjoys the fruits of one's labor, life has value.

Under the bright sunlight, Lucas seemed to be shining.

Hufflepuff's portrait gazed intently at him.

Honesty, equality, diligence, and love of labor —

Lucas McGregor, a true Hufflepuff, the heir to Helga Hufflepuff!

In that instant, Victor Greengrass was deeply shocked, even though he did not agree with Lucas's words and thought they were just the fantasies of a naive child who had not been hardened by society.

However, he couldn't openly refute such statements, because Lucas had raised a banner of righteousness and political correctness. Even if the pure-blood nobles scoffed at it, they had to outwardly express their approval and welcome; otherwise, they would be standing against the majority.

Viktor shut his mouth, feeling frustrated, and stared intently at Lucas until he showed him the large terracotta pot.

"Alright, Mr. Greengrass. Shall we have a bowl of soup together?"

Victor clenched his fist, then gently released it.

He breathed a sigh of relief when Lucas suddenly changed the subject. But soup?

He gave a soft hum.

How ridiculous! I was sent by Professor Snape to correct and instruct on that "Potion of the Gods" chant, not to drink any soup—

Well!

The next moment, his body trembled.

Lucas gently opened the lid of the earthenware jar, and a steaming aroma, which had been pent up for a long time, burst out and filled the entire lounge.

Everyone present couldn't help but take a deep breath.

It smells so good! Such a unique and mellow aroma!

The first bite fills your chest with a mild and mellow aroma, the kind of irresistible fragrance of a stewed old hen.

But just after swallowing that mouthful of fragrance, a deep, intense, and spicy aroma suddenly emerged from the savory flavor, like a sleeping fire dragon slowly opening its eyes.

It is neither anxious nor irritating, yet it carries a majestic and oppressive feeling, like a dry, warm breeze suddenly blowing in the cold winter, making people involuntarily take a deep breath, wanting to capture its every movement.

Hot and spicy with a fresh aroma?

The little badgers were stunned, and Victor's eyes widened in surprise.

What's going on? There's spicy chicken soup in this world?

Lanqi tried hard to hold back his tears, ladled out the chicken soup that had attracted everyone from the jar, and distributed it to everyone one bowl at a time.

Viktor completely forgot to refuse at that moment. Driven by intense curiosity, he picked up the bowl and stared at the strange soup.

The broth is clear and bright, with a thin layer of golden-orange oil floating on the surface, like the luster of cooled lava. With a gentle stir of the spoon, the chicken soup swirls, sparkling with a ruby-like luster. Steam rises slowly, carrying a delicious flavor and an indescribable rich spiciness, gently caressing the cheeks.

He was completely captivated by the novel color of the soup, while the little badgers couldn't wait and grabbed spoons to put it in their mouths.

Most of them squinted and let out satisfied groans.

"Wow, this is delicious! It reminds me of that chrysanthemum chicken soup," Hannah said happily, taking two more spoonfuls.

It didn't have the pungent spiciness I expected. My first impression was one of rich, savory flavor with a warm, sweet aftertaste that gently enveloped my tongue. It was truly a perfectly stewed chicken soup.

But the next moment, everyone's eyes widened!

The moment they relaxed their guard, a surge of intense heat rose up, and a pungent sensation filled the air!

It doesn't suddenly pierce the throat, but rather spreads slowly outward from the root of the tongue, like a fire dragon slowly unfolding its fiery wings after awakening.

The hot and spicy flavor is rich and lingering, yet not harsh. After spreading, it slides down the throat, leaving a warm, slowly burning sensation wherever it goes.

The heat flowed through my body, spreading from my chest to my limbs, and along my blood vessels to every fingertip.

It's so satisfying! The spiciness is amazing, making you feel completely relaxed. After swallowing the soup, it clings tightly to your mouth, tongue, and throat, making you unable to stop and picking up the spoon again.

Many of the young wizards originally had no habit of eating spicy food and avoided spicy flavors, but now they are eating it one after another and can't stop.

Viktor was taught from a young age to maintain a good image and observe proper etiquette, especially at banquets, where he was advised to avoid spicy or irritating foods to prevent embarrassment.

But now, in this atmosphere, I could no longer resist the curiosity and temptation, and gave in and took a sip. Then I took another sip, and another!

This magical spiciness brings pain, but quickly transforms into a reward of endorphins, making it stimulating, addictive, and addictive.

"Oh—" Ellie gulped down her soup and shouted, "Awesome!"

First comes the mellow sweetness of the fat blending with the meat, then the subtle spiciness, followed by a warm and lingering aftertaste, like a fire spreading throughout the body, leaving a tingling warmth.

Hufflepuff's portrait watched the young wizards feast with envy and asked curiously, "Children, what's the name of this soup?"

Lucas smiled slightly: "This is a semi-finished medicinal dish called Fire Dragon Awakening Soup."

The name "Fire Dragon Refreshing Soup" immediately resonated in everyone's minds. Victor, who had also finished his bowl, was taken aback upon hearing this.

"Fire Dragon Chili Pepper - What does this soup have to do with the 'Awakening Potion'? The main ingredient in the 'Awakening Potion' is the fire dragon chili pepper."

Lucas nodded. Sure enough, Victor was very skilled in potions; otherwise, Snape wouldn't have sent him.

Just as he was about to explain, Ernie asked curiously, "Lucas, what is medicinal cuisine? Why is it described as a semi-finished product?"

Zacharias yelled, "Hey buddy, why are you sweating so much!"

Lucas smiled; the effects of the Fire Dragon Revitalizing Soup were beginning to take hold.

Not just Ernie, but all the young wizards looked at each other in surprise, and each of them reacted physically.

Victor also had a bad feeling; if it was a stimulant—

Fine beads of sweat began to seep from his forehead, and his back became very hot. The heat spread throughout his body as he swallowed the chicken soup, and patches of sweat continued to pour out, wetting his silk undergarments and his magnificent robe. His gold-rimmed glasses became slippery and difficult to hold on his nose, and even his carefully styled hair was deformed by the sweat.

Viktor took a step back, trembling, feeling the inside of his boots slippery.

Fortunately, all the little badgers were drenched in sweat, and no one paid attention to his predicament.

Even the tips of Hannah's golden braids were dripping with sweat. Ellie wiped her wet cheeks with her sweaty sleeve, her honey-colored skin flushed, and even her purple eyes were misty.

Everyone felt like they had just finished a thoroughly enjoyable sauna.

But no one suggested taking a shower or changing clothes, because everyone was immersed in the moment, in that feeling of complete relaxation and excitement.

The heat dissipates from the body with the sweat, replaced by coolness and comfort, followed by a deep sense of relaxation.

My shoulders were no longer tense, my breathing became deep and long, my mind was exceptionally clear, my spirit was exceptionally bright, my soul felt refreshed and my whole body felt comfortable, and the world before my eyes became much clearer.

It's a sense of clarity that permeates the body and the depths of the soul. Unlike caffeine, which forcibly pulls at the mind, it's more like opening your eyes again after a deep sleep for both body and mind.

It's truly an energizing drug—no, it's even more effective than a simple energizing drug!

First of all, the energizing potion tastes terrible. It's not just spicy, it's painful. One sip and it burns from your mouth all the way to your stomach. You might even need to take other potions to relieve the pain.

However, this "Fire Dragon Awakening Soup" is different. The hot and spicy flavor wrapped in a rich and fresh aroma is so intoxicating that it still lingers on the tip of the tongue.

It's absolutely delicious!

Secondly, the sweating and relaxation effects of energizing drugs are extreme, like bungee jumping. Although the effect is achieved, it makes people very uncomfortable.

But the Fire Dragon Soup is completely different; its spiciness is mellow and not overpowering, and its heat is both fiery and healing. After a bowl, it's as if the soul has undergone a deep sleep, and when it awakens, it is radiant with health.

He stared incredulously at the soup bowl, then at Lucas's smiling face, utterly shocked.

Is this what "medicinal cuisine" is?

A masterpiece that blends potions and cooking in one!

It was even an unprecedented masterpiece. Neither the potions world nor the culinary world of magic had ever seen a dish like this before!

Its brilliance lies in using the soothing warmth of chicken soup to build a buffer, improving the effectiveness of the energizing agent and transforming it from an aggressive recovery into a nurturing, healing embrace.

This is truly astonishing. I can only imagine the sensation this soup would cause if it appeared in society. How the wealthy and elite of high society would fawn over it to demonstrate their status.

And now, I'm actually tasting this kind of soup in the common room at Hogwarts?

Thinking about it that way, it actually feels quite honorable.

He gave Lucas a deep look.

Lucas McGregor, at only eleven years old, already possesses such incredible skills and creativity. What kind of storm will he stir up when he grows up?

And yet McGregor still calls it a semi-finished product?

How stunning would the finished product be!

Furthermore, the Awakening Potion is a high-level potion, and he can already concoct it? Then his talent in potion-making is probably even greater than mine!

A bitter feeling welled up in Victor Greengrass's heart.

Hannah Abbott is right. McGregor is no ordinary chef. He will create unprecedented value and achieve unparalleled status.

The Greengrass family needs his friendship, and his previous attitude was clearly inappropriate.

Victor then composed himself, put on a broad smile, and extended his hand to Lucas: "Mr. McGregor, this soup is absolutely amazing, absolutely magical. I dare say it's a remarkable creation."

"I apologize for my inappropriate and rude remarks earlier. On behalf of the Greengrass family, I cordially invite you to my home to tell us the story of this Fire Dragon Revitalizing Soup."

Wow! That's a really fast change of attitude!

Is this the heir to a large family?

The little badgers stared at Victor in disbelief, while Lucas looked at him for a moment before taking his hand.

"It's alright, Mr. Greengrass. I would be very happy to have another sincere friend."

Just as Viktor was all smiles and about to say a few more words, his expression suddenly relaxed, and he became dazed, as if floating on air.

Suddenly, I have so many things on my mind that I want to say.

"Are you kidding me, Lucas?" Zacharias grabbed Lucas in a daze. "We're both freshmen, why are you so outstanding? All the girls' eyes are on you!"

Huh? Lucas was stunned. What's going on, Zacharias?

"Yeah, you can't argue with that. My dad's always telling me to learn from you." Ernie slumped down, hooking one arm around Lucas. "Being your roommate is really stressful for me."

Huh? How come I didn't know about this?

Cedric lay back on the sofa, rambling in a daze, "I really like her so much. Her black hair and black eyes are so captivating. I dream about her all the time—but she doesn't seem to pay much attention to me. What should I do? I'm so troubled—"

No, Cedric, you're only in third grade, and you're already dating!

How can you be so irresponsible? You can't get by if you don't study properly!

Seeing the young wizards looking dazed and starting to pour out their grievances, Lucas's heart skipped a beat.

Oh no! No wonder after Mrs. Pomfrey drank the chicken soup, she also talked to me about the heavy medical pressure and the naughty little wizards. I didn't pay attention at the time and thought it was just a chat.

This medicinal diet has developed side effects!

This was originally a medicinal diet meant to soothe the mind, reduce stress, and replenish energy. However, after drinking it, the wizards found themselves unconsciously experiencing a continuous decrease in stress and were able to express all the things that had been bottled up inside them.

Say whatever makes you feel the most pressure!

Isn't this just another version of Truth Potion?

But why is this? This is just a semi-finished medicinal diet, without long-term effects. After the taste and effects are improved, new effects will be developed.

In this sense, the preparation of medicinal cuisine is similar to that of magic potions, involving magical elements, and must be carefully controlled.

Wait a minute, I don't think I'm in any trouble.

Just then, Hannah suddenly leaned over and shoved Lucas onto the sofa.

"Lucas—" Her face flushed crimson, completely unable to control herself, "I don't know what's wrong with me, I'm so troubled, I'm under so much pressure—why—"

"Lucas!" But suddenly, Ellie pushed her away!

With tears in her eyes, the purple-eyed girl threw herself into Lucas's arms and cried out, "After my first year ends, I have to go back to take the test. If I fail, my dad will lock me up at home and won't let me come to Hogwarts anymore—"

"What should I do, Lucas? I don't want to leave you, I don't want to leave Hogwarts!"

As she was talking, she suddenly started crying, and Lucas quickly hugged her and patted her back.

So Ellie has always remembered this. Is she under a lot of pressure?

Oh, she seems so carefree, but it turns out she's been hiding something all along.

"Waaah—" Suddenly, Hannah next to him also started crying. She grabbed Lucas's arm, "Why? I was the one who did it first—"

Oh dear, both girls are crying! How do I comfort them? Help! I need help online!