Lockhart, Strong in Theory

Lockhart was right; Wizet wasn't being dismissive at all.

During this period of school opening, in addition to his daily routine of watering and fertilizing the greenhouse, he also has the "Magic Cube Theory" to consult and study.

Lockhart would occasionally nod and greet his book-loving students.

However, his main attention was still on Wizet. "I've heard from Professor McGonagall that you also study magical artifacts, which I'm quite good at too!"

"Remember the book ' Travel with a Ghoul '? It's the last part where I caught a crazed Ghoul with a tea strainer. That's no ordinary tea strainer."

"I cast Undetectable Extension Charm on the tea strainer! It trapped the Ghoul inside. It tried to destroy the tea strainer, but its claws were almost crushed by the filter!"

"The Undetectable Extension Charm?" Wizet frowned slightly. "Professor Lockhart, I remember you mentioned it in 'Travels with Trolls' ..."

"You learned the Undetectable Extension Charm in an ancient forest, through an altar surrounded by Mandrake."

"But ' Travel with a Ghoul ' comes before 'Travels with Trolls,' right? You already had the Undetectable Extension Charm back then?"

"Ah...maybe I'm confused?" Lockhart's expression stiffened slightly. "It's a spell similar to the Undetectable Extension Charm ...yes! That's it!"

"That's why I realized the importance of the Undetectable Extension Charm, and that's why I paid attention to how to learn this magic... The key is that I can make magical items!"

"This is an ancient discipline, its prototype comes from Ritual Magic, which then extends to Alchemy, and then is further simplified to become the science of magical item making."

"Prank Item like Magical Fireworks are products derived from magic item making. But to make Philosopher's Stone, you have to go back to Alchemy."

"Alchemy has an important principle, namely the principle of ' Equivalent Exchange,' and it is also necessary to pursue a balance between the two, so that the magical artifact is not more powerful than its creator..."

Many of Lockhart's theories could be corroborated by Wizet in the book, demonstrating that Lockhart's claims were not unfounded and that he did indeed have some research on the creation of magical items.

As Wizet took notes and Lockhart spoke, the two unknowingly approached Lockhart's office.

Lockhart was carrying a large flowerpot in his arms. He was already panting heavily from walking all the way, and beads of sweat slid down his forehead, past his nose, and onto the ground.

Nevertheless, his blond hair remained completely intact, with neither its style nor its shine damaged in the slightest.

"Huff... Vi... Wizet... does he know the Scouring Charm?" He gasped for breath, trying to put the flowerpot down.

Wizet quickly stepped forward, took the flowerpot from his hands, and simultaneously cast Wandless Silent Levitation Charm to lighten its weight.

"Professor Lockhart, let me get this for you! After all, Sprout said that Mandrake is a dangerous Magical Plants."

"Uh...that's true..." Lockhart nodded, rummaging in the pockets of his robe with both hands, and pulled out a lilac-colored handkerchief to wipe his sweat.

"Actually, I didn't mean anything by it, I just wanted to test you... Professor McGonagall told me that you could use this magic to make magical items before!"

"I have another piece of advice for you... Even though we possess magic, we shouldn't always be thinking about using it. We are still human beings, and we should learn to live!"

"Don't immediately think of magic for everything. Things like washing up, taking a bath, and styling your hair... these are all pleasures of life, and you need to know how to enjoy them..."

They arrived at the office door, where a pink package lay with a greeting card on top.

"Enjoy life... Wizet!" Lockhart beamed, expertly taking out the greeting card and showing it off in front of Wizet. "I can't help it! I have just too many fans!"

The greeting card read, "My dearest Professor Lockhart, we heard you were injured. We hope our gift can help you and make you feel better—your most beloved fan!"

For some reason, the handwriting gave Wizet a sense of familiarity.

Lockhart tore open the package, and inside was a toilet seat, a lilac-colored plush toilet seat.

Upon seeing the gift, Lockhart's face darkened instantly. He threw it forward and tossed it to the other side of the corridor, displaying the potential of Chaser.

Upon seeing the gift, Wizet's face tightened, and thanks to the special training he received from his private Potions lessons, not a single smile appeared on his face.

Upon seeing such a unique "gift from a book lover," he knew who had given it to him.

"Huff... huff..." Lockhart tried to catch his breath before finally calming down. "That gift... never mind... come... come in..."

Inside the door was a familiar decorating style, with large and small picture frames on the walls, all of which were moving portraits or oil paintings, depicting the same person— Lockhart himself.

When Wizet entered the room, a similar glint appeared in the eyes of all sorts of Lockhart.

Wizet carefully arranged the flowerpots, which acted like a wall, creating a barrier to isolate Lockhart.

Lockhart gave him a very strange feeling; compared to an experienced adventurer, he seemed more like a researcher who only knew theory.

However, in the magical world, those who possess outstanding Magical Theory will generally also possess corresponding magical talents.

Wizet, however, could not sense this in Lockhart.

So far, Lockhart has only demonstrated the spell "Peski Piksi Pester Nomi" and the incredibly magical Obliviation Charm.

Lockhart took a sip of water, stood in front of Wizet, and twirled his wand between his fingers as if he were playing with a pen.

Snap!

Before he knew it, his wand fell to the ground, scattering a few sparks.

"Oh...you little rascal!" Lockhart's voice was a little playful. "I don't usually use the Obliviation Charm, so it's throwing a tantrum!"

"Wizet, do you know about Wandlore? 'The wand chooses the wizard'... Many wizards don't understand this, which is why they can't become like me!"

"I've looked into it." Wizet.

The theory of Wandlore is not wrong, but it cannot be applied in this way.

Lockhart coughed dramatically, "Ahem! Let's begin the lesson... let's learn Wandlore... oops! Let's learn the Obliviation Charm!"

He pulled over a small blackboard. "Let's start with the gestures. They need to be as elegant and crisp as if you're holding a conductor's baton. Rotate your wrist... and then draw an 'N' shape..."

"Very standard spellcasting movements...no wonder Professor Flitwick praised you so much... Next is the incantation, pay attention to my lip movements and tone of voice..."

Lockhart's expression froze again as he listened to Wizet's incantation. "I didn't expect you to be able to do this so quickly... Haha... You're really amazing..."