A Mandrake Unlike Any Other

The journey from the castle to the greenhouse wasn't short, but Wizet felt that time flew by.

It seemed like only a blink of an eye before Luna, who had been clearing the way for him, turned around, her cheeks flushed. "It feels like only a short while has passed, and we've already arrived at our destination!"

With the Christmas holidays approaching, it means the weather will get colder and colder.

The Mandrake have grown bigger and bigger, and now they've become restless. In addition to digging into the soil to breathe, they're also looking for opportunities to try and climb out of the flowerpot.

Sprout, with pink earmuffs around his neck and a shovel in his hand, said, "If the Mandrake gets cold, the tubers may die, and all our efforts will be wasted."

"Therefore, it is very important to take measures to keep warm! We need to put socks and scarves on the Mandrake, and make sure these cute little guys don't get cold."

"First, tap the edge of the flowerpot three times with a shovel... Yes, just like knocking on a door... After all, they've grown up. Wait until they've extended their roots before you start shoveling soil."

Beside her were two baskets filled with brightly colored scarves and socks. "These little guys are very picky about colors, so you'll have to keep an eye on their reactions later."

This was also the reason why Wizet brought Mandrake to the greenhouse.

Besides him and Luna, about a dozen other people, including Neville, Hanna, and Cedric, stood in a semi-circle around Sprout.

Dressing up Mandrake is a delicate task, so it's not suitable as part of a formal course. Therefore, only a small number of students were invited, making it a unique private lesson.

As Sprout distributed the earmuffs, Luna leaned close to Wizet and said, "Our Mandrake seems unusually well-behaved? It's usually very docile... like Dirigible Plums."

"It does look quite similar." Wizet. "Only when I bring the special fertilizer will it be so eager to jump around and dance."

After everyone had put on their earmuffs, Professor Sprout picked up a pot of Mandrake, raised it as if shoveling a spade, and then tapped it three times on the edge of the pot.

The Mandrake in the pot reacted quickly; as soon as the third tap was finished, it immediately stretched out its roots and began to pry open the surrounding area.

Sprout then raised the shovel and tilted the flowerpot slightly so that everyone could see it clearly.

She had barely removed the surface soil when the Mandrake eagerly sprouted, quickly clinging to the edge of the pot as if trying to escape.

Sprout grabbed the Mandrake, pulled out a sock and a scarf from the basket, and waved them in front of the Mandrake.

The Mandrake tossed the orange scarf aside and waved its roots at the light blue socks.

Sprout held up the scarf and shook it before changing his socks to orange, successfully keeping the Mandrake warm.

After finishing the task of keeping the first pot of Mandrake warm, she gestured for everyone to remove their earmuffs.

"See? Normally, it will show aggression towards things it doesn't like. However, the force with which it swings varies; you'll have to figure it out yourselves..."

Sprout added a few points, then had everyone put their earmuffs back on, split into pairs, and begin dressing the Mandrake in winter coats.

Just as Luna said, the Mandrake they were tending to was usually very well-behaved.

When Luna put socks on it, it obediently shook its head and cooperated. Even when Luna paired it with socks of different colors, it didn't show any sign of resistance.

Moreover, this Mandrake is at least one size larger than other Mandrake.

If it weren't for the discrepancies in the details and Sprout's personal confirmation, Wizet would have thought it was ready.

Neville and Hanna also took apart the soil, but the Mandrake was not so cooperative. It didn't like any of the different colors it was given and kept waving its roots, looking impatient.

Seemingly disturbed by the Mandrake, the Mandrake in front of Wizet suddenly opened its mouth wide, and the Mandrake that Neville was holding also opened its mouth wide.

Luna tilted her head, picked up the colorful Mandrake, and brought them to the two baskets.

The Mandrake swung its roots, picked up the gray scarf and socks, and flung them in front of Neville.

The Mandrake in front of Neville reacted, shifting its body forward slightly as if to put on a scarf.

Hanna quickly grabbed a scarf and socks, successfully keeping the Mandrake warm.

And so, Wizet and Luna took turns holding up the Mandrake and wandering around the greenhouse.

Perhaps because of their much larger size than other Mandrake and they became more active.

It will even extend its roots, which are shaped like socks, to pat the branches of other Mandrake;

This lifelike and spirited appearance made Luna laugh non-stop, her rosy cheeks looking very pretty.

Although the two did not continue to help change into winter clothes, the overall efficiency actually improved a lot. In less than an hour, nearly one-seventh of the Mandrake had been changed into winter clothes.

To express his gratitude, Sprout gave everyone a bag of cookies. These cookies were probably made with Magical Plants, and a fresh aroma wafted from the oil paper wrappings and into the air.

These cookies also taste different from the ones provided in the Great Hall; they are crispier and leave you feeling warm and cozy after eating them.

At the bottom of the parchment paper package, there are detailed steps on how to make these cookies, including the techniques and the quantities of ingredients.

Sprout explained, "When you get home, you can try making it and surprise your family."

After everyone left the greenhouse, Wizet walked up to Professor Sprout, carrying the Mandrake. "Professor Sprout, my Mandrake... seems a little different?"

"I think so too," Sprout. "It's larger than other Mandrake, and more agile..."

"Shouldn't you be going home for Christmas? Or why don't you leave it here so I can observe it carefully? Maybe I can find out the reason?"

Wizet nodded. "Then I'll bring the fertilizer over... It needs some special fertilizer."

"That would be perfect." Sprout. "Perhaps that's the reason? A particularly picky little fellow..."

Wizet. This Mandrake was indeed too special; it even protested for fertilizer, sending Lockhart directly to the Hospital Wing.

The Bronze Ring beneath the Eagle Statue trembled, and a melodious female voice emanated from it.

"I never walk, yet I can travel from London to Rome; I have no wings, yet I can soar through the blue sky; I close my eyes, yet I can see all the wonders of the world?"

At the same time, Wizet and Luna came up with the same answer, "Imagination!"

The Bronze Gate slowly opened, and the students inside gathered around the notice board, reading a notice that appeared to have appeared recently.

Anthony saw where he was coming from, waved, and called out, "Tonight at eight o'clock! There's a gathering in the Great Hall called ' Duelling Club '!"