Inside the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom.
Light streamed through the stained-glass windows, casting patches of brilliant colour across the floor.
That old Grindelwald is muddle-headed! Ian sat at his desk, secretly lamenting. He felt that Grindelwald must have become senile with age, failing to realise that he himself was the best possible substitute teacher.
Serpensortia was such a boring spell. Using Dark Magic to fight Dark Magic—that was the true path of Defence Against the Dark Arts! Things like "Crucio versus Crucio" and "Avada Kedavra versus Avada Kedavra"—that was the real way to fight poison with poison. As long as he cast Avada fast enough, why would he need to fear any dark wizard?
My friend still isn't bold enough! Ian idly fiddled with his wand, occasionally glancing up at Professor "Lockhart" on the platform—Aurora.
At that moment, Aurora wore Lockhart's face and stood upright on the platform in professor's robes, fully focused on explaining the key points of casting Serpensortia.
"Serpensortia is an ancient and dangerous defensive spell..."
Aurora's voice was gentle and clear, and her face bore Lockhart's signature smile. Yet that smile held several degrees more patience than the previous Professor "Lockhart." "It can summon an aggressive venomous snake to defend against attacks from dark forces. But remember, you must use this spell carefully. Once it gets out of control, the consequences are unimaginable."
"Everyone must pay attention to the syllables of the incantation. It is 'Serpensortia.' The pronunciation must be accurate, and the second syllable should rise slightly. In particular, for the syllable 'Ser,' the tip of your tongue should lightly touch the roof of your mouth." As she spoke, she demonstrated personally. Her wand moved nimbly in her hand, forming the standard gesture. "Your grip on the wand is also crucial. Keep your