After stepping out of the cabin, Morris waved the hem of his robe and summoned Bone Dragon.
The enormous creature landed silently on the snow.
Professor Kettleburn's expression was entirely predictable.
He opened his mouth wide and stood frozen in place, not even noticing the snowflakes falling on his face.
Morris began, "It should be the skeleton of a fire dragon, but I can't determine its species... Hello, Professor, are you listening?"
" Merlin's stockings," Professor Kettleburn found his voice.
The next second, an almost fanatical excitement appeared on his face.
He strode forward, leaning on his cane, and walked back and forth around the Bone Dragon, muttering to himself, "This head shape, this tail..."
Ah, it must be like this, or like that...
What exactly is the heart like?
Morris waited patiently for the professor to continue.
But Professor Kettleburn was completely absorbed in his own world at that moment.
He circled the Bone Dragon again and again, muttering to himself, but refusing to utter any useful information.
Finally, Morris couldn't help but ask, "Professor, can you tell what kind of dragon this is?"
"No!" Professor Kettleburn turned around, his eyes gleaming. "That's the most amazing part! Child, this skeleton doesn't belong to any known, recorded species of dragon, I'm sure of it."
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... All right."
Morris wasn't really that concerned about the species of the Bone Dragon; he was just a little curious.
It's best to know, but it doesn't matter if you don't.
Since the Bone Dragon was already his undead creature, he had plenty of time to study it.
"Don't rush, listen to me," Professor Kettleburn said confidently, "Although I don't know the specific species, this skeleton definitely belongs to a very ancient fire dragon."
"An ancient fire dragon?"
"It can't be wrong, but unfortunately, I can't guess its exact year." The professor shook his head regretfully.
Morris stroked his chin. That made perfect sense, after all, he was the one who dug the fire dragon out of the ground.
The bones were extremely fragile at the time, and it was a miracle that they were able to be pieced together intact.
"I see. Thank you, Professor."
Professor Kettleburn suddenly sighed and said with emotion, "If I were ten years younger, I might be completely obsessed with this skeleton. Unfortunately, I'm about to retire."
"You look quite well, Professor," Morris said sincerely.
Professor Kettleburn chuckled and patted his leg. "Mental? Yes, but unfortunately, the body can't take it anymore."
I'm not bragging, but when I was young, I could be chased by Graphorn for an entire day.
Is this something to be proud of?
Morris gave a slight smirk.
For the next few hours, he listened to Professor Kettleburn recount his past.
During the Christmas holidays, Morris often rides his Bone Dragon around.
Soon, the new school term began, students returned to school, and Hogwarts became lively again.
Morris stopped riding his Bone Dragon out for adventures.
Although he wanted to show off, Professor McGonagall had already said so, so he decided to keep a low profile.
Of course, he won't hesitate to be high-profile when the time is right.
At the end of January, on a Saturday afternoon, Morris went into the Hospital Wing and came to the last bedside.
Hermione was leaning against the headboard reading a book, while Harry and Ron were playing Wizard's Chess at the table next to them.
"Well, Harry, that was a really bad move," Morris said, placing a bottle of green potion on the table.
Hermione immediately looked up. "What is that? If it's the antidote, it might be a bit too late; I'm almost fully recovered."
Indeed, Hermione's cat-like features have almost completely disappeared, with only a small patch of downy fur remaining on her face.
According to Madam Pomfrey's assessment, she will be able to be discharged in two days.
"Oh, not the antidote," Morris smiled slightly, "But something much more interesting. Anyone want to try it?"
"You at least need to explain what this is." Hermione frowned, cautiously examining the bottle of green liquid that was constantly bubbling.
"A prank product," Morris said casually. "It cost me over a dozen Galleon just to make it."
"Let me see."
These words caught Ron's attention, and he immediately came over, forgetting even to look at the chessboard.
He picked up the bottle of Potions, eager to try it. "Apply it externally or drink it directly?"
"Just a small sip is enough."
Ron immediately took a small sip, smacked his lips, and frowned slightly. "Hmm... it tastes a bit better than the Polyjuice Potion."
" Ron!" Hermione and Harry exclaimed at the same time.
"What's wrong?" Ron, somewhat bewildered.
Morris took out his wand, turned the water glass next to him into a small mirror, and handed it to Ron.
"See for yourself, but don't be afraid. Unlike Hermione, this Potions won't last very long."
Ron took the mirror with a puzzled look and held it up in front of him.
The reflection in the mirror wasn't his original face, but...
"A lion!?" Ron was so startled he almost threw the mirror he was holding away.
The man in the mirror was no longer recognizable as human.
It was a complete and majestic lion's head, with only a tuft of red mane on its forehead reminiscent of Ron Weasley.
Apart from his head, the rest of his body still resembles a human.
"I've modified the Polyjuice Potion," Morris explained. "It can now transform your head into the shape of an animal, isn't that great? I specifically chose a lion for you."
"How long will I be like this?" Ron asked in horror.
"About three minutes."
Relieved by the answer, Ron began to curiously examine his new look in the mirror.
He tried making a fierce expression, baring his fangs, and letting out a low growl—and you know what? The effect was surprisingly realistic.
Harry also tried the Potions and grew a lion's head, even his black-rimmed glasses turned into a black pattern.
"Isn't it interesting?" Morris nodded with satisfaction.
"It feels amazing." Harry stretched his limbs and found that his body seemed more flexible and agile than usual.
Morris added, "Besides Transfiguration, this Potions will also slightly enhance your physical attributes, making your reaction speed faster, and perhaps even providing a slight boost to your strength."
In fact, improving physical fitness is the main purpose of this Potions; the Transfiguration is just a secondary function.
Morris did not use the methods of this world to brew the Potions.
He not only incorporated Gap Energy Crystal but also utilized the power of runes to successfully create it.
Unfortunately, these factors were not integrated perfectly, resulting in very limited effects.
Further optimization is needed.
But looking at the two majestic lion heads before him, Morris felt that at least the goal of making things interesting had been achieved.