If a wizard who knows him well enough hears Tom's thoughts, he will definitely burst into laughter.
It is simply ridiculous to want to use such a basic Charms to simulate the moon, which is a very special existence in mysticism.
But Tom did it this way, not because he didn't know how difficult it was, but because he thought this kind of research was meaningful.
Under the guidance of Mo Fei, he knew that many things seemed to have no possibility of success, but as he once said, "Magic itself is a miracle. What if it really succeeds?"
Of course, it is still a bit too bold to study it directly, it is simply an irrational idea.
Therefore, Tom chose to start from another angle.
He chose to first use Lumos to simulate the light needed for plant growth.
He learned this from Professor Herbert. Of course, it was also the result of the guidance given to him by Mo Fei.
Each plant requires different optimal growth conditions, so in order to create suitable growth conditions for them, qualified growers will modify the environment in various ways.
The seven famous greenhouses among Hogwarts are the results of improvements accumulated from generation to generation starting from Ms. Hufflepuff...
When he was in the orphanage, Mo Fei had never built a greenhouse. Later, he became rich, but there was no need to use a greenhouse for the crops in the backyard. The yield might be 10% more, but the cost-effectiveness would be reduced a lot.
However, Mo Fei taught Tom to improve it from other places.
Ordinary plants have their own needs for soil, and Mo Fei directly took advantage of this. He planted some plants that can accumulate acid substances and acid-loving plants together, so that they can all grow well...
This method of cultivating plants using their own physiological habits is an extremely cost-effective method that Mo Fei found himself.
In addition, there is the use of light sources, when to fill in the light and when to block the light. These seemingly simple operations can make the final product look much better.
But after coming to Hogwarts, Tom discovered that the hybrid method was not feasible.
Magical plants naturally have their own sense of territory. Whenever other types of plants appear in their territory, they will either start to attack the invasive species, or they will grow wither step by step until they die completely...
This makes it impossible for the method of Mo Fei to be directly applied here.
Professor Herbert's method of cultivating plants is very primitive, but very effective. That is to try to shape the conditions in the place where it grows. It would be better if more help could be provided according to its needs.
The cost of this is obviously exaggerated, but the returns from magic plants are amazing.
You should know that in Wizarding World, the selling prices of plants of different qualities may be very different.
The quality of the Herbology sold in Diagon Alley is far inferior to that cultivated by Professor Herbert. Even the Herbology produced in many nobles' own Herbology gardens is not as good as the plants in Hogwarts...
There are problems with Master Herbology's techniques, and of course there is the improvement of the soil and the suitability of the environment.
Because of the convenience of magic, generations of Herbology masters like to study the soil and the plants themselves, but they do not study the light that affects the results in such detail.
Under normal circumstances, they will roughly judge whether the suitable light intensity for plants is strong or weak, or dark. They will not further explore the difference because the effect is not good.
But Tom began to look at these lights seriously because of Mo Fei's previous methods.
If Lumos can be used to simulate the light intensity required by different plants, can it further simulate natural light, the light of the sun and the moon?
In order to achieve this goal, he started his own experiment.
Professor Herbert heard his plan and was very supportive in helping him obtain a piece of land. Of course, it was not in the greenhouse, but just next to the greenhouse.
Tom is very grateful for such help.
After all, Tom's early and late departures were discovered by Slytherin's people, and some even followed him to find out what he was doing.
But later they discovered that Tom was actually busy farming. This huge contrast made them look a little complicated for a while.
"I haven't studied magic, and I don't even know if he knows Dark Magic. He works all day long and goes to the library. He declined several invitations to dances. Who does he think he is..."
A senior Slytherin spoke angrily. She was the first person who wanted to tear apart Tom's disguise.
A sinister voice then emerged, "I have already said that there is something wrong with that brat. How could a guy from an orthodox Pure-blood background not know Slytherin's social etiquette?"
The man who spoke was a second grader who was somewhat dissatisfied with Tom when school started.
The reason for dissatisfaction is very simple, that is, members of his family did not obtain the chief position because of Tom's strength, which seriously affected the family's power in Slytherin.
There is no way for the two chiefs to support each other, which also makes them have much less say.
Because of the dissatisfaction between the two, some people also expressed their attitudes.
"I think his position as chief should be given more thought. Having a chief who doesn't know how to measure may not be a good thing..."
"... Maybe Sorting Hat is so confused that it put a little eagle or badger into the snake's nest..."
One man made a joke and their verdict on Tom seemed to be completed immediately.
But at this moment, a blond man suddenly stood up and publicly expressed his appreciation for Tom, "You short-sighted guys, you didn't see who taught Riddle, that's The senior one among Hogwarts - Professor Herbert... If you ask me, no matter who Tom is, it is very rare to be able to see this clearly..."
"It's not that I look down on you. After leaving Hogwarts, many of you didn't even have the opportunity to meet Professor Herbert, the best Herbology master in Britain. You can't get a corresponding share of the plants he cultivates every year..."
The blond man looked mockingly at the woman who spoke first, "Do you think participating in some boring dances can bring any benefits to your family? Idiot... Riddle That guy really has substantial benefits... He is not hated by the witch, which proves his intelligence..."
"Abraxas·Malfoy... you!!!"
Faced with this humiliating insult, the fourth-year witch lost her face.
But before she could speak, Prefect finally spoke, "Okay, shut up. This matter is Chief Riddle's private hobby. It does not affect his excellence. I have heard his name from several professors. As Chief, he is beyond reproach..."
The words of the male Prefect immediately sealed everything. There was absolutely nothing wrong with Tom's behavior.
As if to smooth things over, the female Prefect also spoke at this time, "However, it would be inappropriate not to participate in Slytherin's dance. Malfoy, you invite him and make him attend a formal dance..."
This was a step up for the two of them, and Malfoy accepted this kindness with humility.
"I will make it clear to Chief Riddle. I believe that as a smart person, he will understand what Prefect means..."
So, this time the conflict seemed to disappear.