A Student's Business Is His Teacher's Business

Silan didn't rush to answer, but first sorted out her thoughts before slowly saying, "This is a good opportunity."

"Partnering with the Malfoy family in the Potions business can make a lot of money. With that money, I can do more, increase investment in Potions research, and improve my Potions skills more quickly."

"Is that all?" Snape asked, somewhat disappointed.

In his view, if Silan and Lucius were only cooperating to make money, that would be too narrow-minded.

"Of course not." Silan gave a sly smile. "Making money is just a minor benefit."

He continued, "Most importantly, I can use this opportunity to influence the Wizarding World with the Malfoy family as a driving force. This will allow me to do many things that I cannot do in my current capacity."

Snape nodded approvingly. "Go on."

"Furthermore, this will also serve as a springboard for my family's revival. A deep partnership with the Malfoy family will easily elevate the Prewett family's status." Silan didn't hide anything from Snape, revealing all her thoughts at once.

"Good insight, you see things clearly." Snape nodded repeatedly with great appreciation, thinking to himself, "No wonder he's the student I've chosen. Just like me!"

"Lucius is a tough opponent, but working with him would certainly be very beneficial for you," Snape said.

"It's not necessarily a bad thing for young wizards to crave glory and fame," Snape said, turning to the Slytherin banner hanging beside his desk, his voice deep and serious, "Especially for Slytherin."

Snape said in a deep voice, "Insatiable ambition and cunning methods are the very foundation of Slytherin's existence."

"I thought you would advise me to focus on my studies," Silan said.

"Hmph, do you think I'm such a fool?!" Snape scoffed, turning to Silan, and continued, "Only those old fogies in high positions, controlling resources yet lacking ambition and fearing young people, would say such things."

Snape rolled his eyes, a mocking look on his face. "These old fogies enjoy fame and power, yet they use Diadem reasons to tell young wizards not to covet these things. Isn't that disgusting?"

Silan nodded slightly, understanding the implication in his words, and tentatively asked, "So, you agree?"

His purpose in coming here was to gain Snape's support, and now that he heard Snape's tone soften, he was somewhat pleased.

"You just said that if the teacher has something to do, then the student has something to do. So now that the student has something to do, of course the teacher has something to do too." Snape reached out and held onto the back of his chair, gracefully sitting down slowly.

"That means they've agreed!" Silan was overjoyed.

If Professor Snape is willing to support us, we're already halfway there!

After all, the biggest attraction of this Potions business lies in the "Snape made" label.

Despite being known as Potions Master, Snape rarely sold Potions on the market; his potions were mostly sold through small, personal favors. This resulted in very few of his Potions being available on the market, making them extremely rare and expensive.

Their current practice of selling Potions under Snape's name is a huge selling point and sets them apart in the market.

With this guaranteed, it's almost impossible not to make money.

"Don't be too happy yet," Snape said sternly, frowning. "All I can do is issue you an Authorization Order; you'll have to handle the rest yourself."

The so-called Authorization Order is also known as a license.

Simply put, Snape would admit that the Potions Lucius and Silan sold were made by him, and would put his own Potions on them.

This is tantamount to using one's own reputation to vouch for Silan.

Silan thus became Snape's Potions factory, similar to a private label manufacturer in the Muggle World.

Of course, this requires ensuring quality; otherwise, it would damage one's own reputation.

"I must warn you, Lucius is not someone to be trifled with. How much you can extract from him depends on your own abilities," Snape said.

"I understand, Dean." Silan nodded earnestly.

Snape looked at Silan and thought, "Striving for one's own interests is an essential skill for Slytherin, and handling these matters is also a good opportunity for him to hone his skills."

"If something really goes wrong, it's not too late to step in myself. I can't let my students suffer," Snape made up his mind.

Snape opened the drawer of his desk, took out a fine Parchment, dipped a quill in ink, and wrote a brief Authorization Order.

The gist is. "The Potions sold by Silan Prewett was made by Severus Snape."

After writing the Authorization Order, Snape signed his name at the bottom.

He left a small fold at the bottom of the Parchment, threaded a delicate silk thread through the fold, tied a knot at the end of the thread, and dripped hot wax onto the knot.

Finally, stamp the hot wax.

The edge of the seal is engraved with a circle of small snakes, each snake's body meticulously carved with countless fine lines, and in the center is Snape's signature.

"Take this. With this, you can prove the legitimacy of your Potions." Snape rolled up the Authorization Order, tied it with a silken cord, and handed it to Silan.

Silan accepted the Authorization Order with both hands and thanked them.

This will be a golden brand for making money in the future.

Displaying this Authorization Order in the store is the best statement and advertisement.

Snape then asked, "When are you planning to see Lucius?"

"The next Full Moon Night will be September 30th," Silan replied.

Snape for a moment, then said, "There's still time. Come help me make the Wolfsbane Potion in four days."

"So far in advance?" Silan asked curiously. "Isn't the improved Wolfsbane Potion only needed two doses? Making it the night before the Full Moon Night is still enough time."

Snape's smile was both cruel and gleeful, "You're right, but that's exactly why I want Lupin to drink more."

The mere thought of the indescribably horrifying smell of the Wolfsbane Potion sent chills down Silan's spine.

Professor Lupin is probably in for a rough time...

A few days later, Silan returned to Snape's office as agreed to help him prepare the Wolfsbane Potion.

Actually, Wolfsbane Potion doesn't need to be brewed and consumed immediately. As long as it's stored properly, its medicinal properties won't be lost. However, freshly brewed Wolfsbane Potion has the strongest flavor...

It's clear that Snape harbored some resentment towards Lupin.

"Pour the potion out, a glass will do. Let the aroma dissipate for a while, and it will taste even better." After finishing, Snape cheerfully gave the order.

Looking at the pale blue potion simmering in the pot, Snape's lips curled into a pleased smile, as if he were anticipating something interesting.

Silan packed the old version of the Wolfsbane Potion.

The pale blue medicine was bubbling in the glass, with wisps of gray smoke drifting from it.

"Come with me."

Snape cheerfully pushed open the door and went out first, heading straight for Lupin's office, his black robes swaying like bat wings.

Silan moved the glass further away, held her breath slightly, and followed behind Snape.

The two walked to the Defence Against the Dark Arts Professor's office, Snape knocked on the door.

"Please come in, the door isn't locked," Lupin's voice came from inside.

"You go in first," Snape said, turning to Silan with a hopeful expression.