The Application of Spatial Magic Power

"Professor Sinistra, magic and Astronomy have existed for thousands of years. Has no wizard ever explored the universe?"

"Of course they have. They simply achieved no results."

"How so?"

"Several centuries ago, when flying brooms became widespread, many people curious about the starry sky began their adventures. No matter how miraculous magic may be, wizards' bodies are still made of flesh and bone. They cannot endure thin oxygen or low temperatures. As a result, if you read the instructions for modern flying brooms carefully, you'll find altitude restrictions in the safety precautions."

"Sounds like the casualties were severe."

"Overall, fewer than those caused by the Levitation Charm."

"Professor Firenze, Centaurs are skilled at observing the stars. Have you ever tried exploring the universe?"

"Magic's reach has not yet extended beyond the earth. Strictly speaking, it has not even extended into the ocean..."

After consulting the two professors in turn, Loren still had not found answers to the questions he had been pondering these past few days. He did not feel disappointed, though. After bidding the professors farewell, he turned and left. On his way upstairs, he ran into Professor Slughorn, who was holding The Daily Prophet with a dazed, muddled expression.

After briefly greeting him, Loren quickened his pace and left.

Back in the Common Room, the fire in the fireplace burned quietly, its orange-red glow looking warm enough by itself. It was a weekend afternoon, and there were not many people in the room. The place was quiet and spacious. Crookshanks lay curled into a ball on a chair by the window, his ginger fur looking softer than the cushion beside him.

Perhaps catching his scent, Crookshanks cracked his eyes open and raised his head to watch him approach slowly before gently closing them again. His plump