Trying Won't Hurt

"Ahem. Well, Hermione, you shouldn't judge Shanna solely based on her age."

Although Shanna is only 11 years old, she has been learning magic from me since she was 3. So it's perfectly normal that she's stronger than you now.

You're already very good. Look at the other third-graders; they're still far behind you.

Bell tried her best to say words of comfort, though it was hard to tell if they were meant to be.

"Of course, none of that matters!"

Bell realized he couldn't continue. If he did, the topic would veer off course again.

Taking a deep breath, Bell decided to keep things simple and get straight to the point.

"Hermione, believe me, you will definitely become a Intermediate Wizard someday. And I can guarantee that future isn't too far off!"

So, do you want to learn the Patronus Charm?

Yes, Bell's ultimate goal in saying all that was to teach his girlfriend the Patronus Charm!

Because of Fudge's idiot orders, Dementor can now be seen frequently roaming outside Hogwarts.

Although Fudge and Dumbledore agreed that Dementor wouldn't enter Hogwarts premises, who can say for sure?

After all, Dementor aren't known in the Magical World for their intelligence.

It's better to rely on yourself than on others. Rather than pinning his hopes on a bunch of Dementor may or may not even have any brains, Bell would much rather Hermione master the Patronus Charm.

This way, even if Hermione is accidentally attacked by Dementor, she will be able to protect herself.

As for why we went through such a long and complicated process, why did we have to go through so much trouble?

That's all to make Hermione more confident!

Bell knew that if he offered to teach Hermione the Patronus Charm, the magic-loving Hermione would never refuse.

But!

One side believes that the Patronus Charm is extremely difficult and that they may not be able to master it; while the other side believes that the Patronus Charm is nothing special and that they can master it easily.

It's obvious without even thinking which option allows you to master the Patronus Charm faster and easier in either situation.

As for whether Hermione will be unable to learn the Patronus Charm?

It doesn't exist!

As for a subjective power like magic, as long as the total amount of magic power in one's body reaches the required level, there is no possibility that one cannot learn it.

As long as you firmly believe that you can learn it, the rest is just a matter of how long it will take.

"Want!"

As expected, Hermione immediately agreed.

For Hermione, the only concern was that Bell might not be willing to teach her magic, but there was absolutely no possibility that she wouldn't want to learn magic.

Actually, all the talk and detours Bell went through before was completely unnecessary.

To help Hermione learn the Patronus Charm smoothly and quickly, there's really only one thing you need to do.

That is, just tell Hermione the truth about the time it took Shanna to learn the Patronus Charm.

Just this one sentence is enough to guarantee Hermione will be incredibly motivated, even more so than a shot of adrenaline.

"Bell, let's begin now!"

Hermione looked at Bell expectantly. She couldn't wait to learn the new Curses.

"Not now, there's no time left."

Bell glanced at the time; there wasn't much time left before the next class started. They should probably get ready to go to the classroom.

"So let me start by briefly explaining a few basics. I don't think I need to elaborate on the casting principles of the Patronus Charm, right?"

Hermione nodded. She had already read about the Patronus Charm in the book.

Yesterday, after encountering the Dementor, she went to the evening to use her Personal Terminal to search for more detailed information.

"Then the problem is simple. All you need to do now is one thing: infuse the magic with happiness."

This step sounds simple, but it's actually not easy to do.

Emotions also have different qualities.

Finding a Galleon while walking down the street will make you happy.

Winning a big prize and receiving 100 Galleon would also make you happy.

However, the degree of these two kinds of happiness is completely different.

Clearly, the latter is of far superior quality to the former.

However, this does not mean that the happier you are when casting the Patronus Charm, the better.

Because the Patronus Charm must also contain the idea of 'protection'.

Whether it's protecting others or protecting yourself, it doesn't matter.

So, when does a person typically feel the urge to protect something?

When a crisis occurs!

Therefore, strictly speaking, the emotions of "protection" and "happiness" are often contradictory and conflicting.

If the emotion of happiness is too intense, it can easily dilute the desire to protect. The reverse is also true.

This is why many wizards can only release white mist but cannot form Patronus deity.

The balance between happiness and protection can only be found through continuous practice and experimentation, apart from guidance from others.

"But Bell, last night in my dorm, I actually secretly tried casting the Patronus Charm. But I couldn't even release the most basic white mist. Why is that?"

Hermione frowned in annoyance. She felt that Bell's words were as if they hadn't said anything at all.

"This is perfectly normal. So far, none of the Curses you've encountered have involved emotional issues."

There is a certain difference between injecting emotions and injecting ideas.

At this point, Bell suddenly stopped.

After pondering for a while, he looked at Hermione again.

"Let Shanna teach you about this."

Just now, Bell suddenly realized that this might be an opportunity?

An opportunity to bring Hermione and Shanna closer together!

By learning and exchanging ideas together, the two people can deepen their understanding of each other, strengthen their relationship, and ultimately achieve family happiness and joy!

"I'm so terrible!"

With wildly unrealistic ideas swirling in his mind, Bell once again gave himself a thumbs up for his cleverness.

"Huh!? Why!?"

Hermione had absolutely no desire to ask Shanna for help.

It's not that she dislikes Shanna. As Bell's girlfriend, Hermione naturally wants to maintain a good relationship with Bell's family.

The problem is, just because she thinks that way doesn't mean Shanna thinks that way too!

Hermione felt that if she were to learn the Patronus Charm from Shanna, Shanna would definitely make her question her existence.

It must be said that Bell's assessment of Hermione was very accurate. Hermione truly is an exceptional Little Witch.

Hermione, who has only known Shanna for a little over a day since they met, already understands Shanna better Bell in some ways.

"Of course it's because Shanna uses her Patronus Charm better than I do!"

Although it was an excuse, what Bell said was indeed the truth.

Pointing to the Qiongqi standing beside him, Bell continued:

"As you can see, I don't even understand my own Patronus, so how could I possibly teach others?"

Bell, who had even convinced himself, wouldn't abandon his brilliant plan just because Hermione showed a little reluctance.

At least give it a try.