bacchusnovels Chapter 299 The First Lesson of the New Semester
Chapter 299 The First Lesson of the New Semester
Chapter 299 The First Class of the New Semester (Part 2)
The laughter in the classroom gradually subsided, and Sean took the opportunity to guide the students back on track.
He looked around, waiting for the students to think about his question.
Although the Muggle world is unfamiliar to most wizards, that is precisely the significance of the Muggle Studies course—to break down the barriers between magic and the Muggle world.
At that moment, a Gryffindor student sitting in the front row slowly raised his hand.
It's Lee Jordan.
He clearly had his answer ready.
Sean nodded, signaling for him to speak.
“Muggles use a variety of methods to generate electricity,” Lee Jordan explained clearly, with a confident look on his face. “For example, they generate electricity by burning coal, oil, or by using natural resources such as wind, water, and solar power. They have power plants that convert these resources into electricity, which is then transmitted through wires to various places for people to use.”
A murmur of surprise rippled through the classroom, especially from the Slytherin students, who seemed quite taken aback by Lee Jordan's answer.
“Very good, Jordan,” Sean nodded approvingly. “Muggles don’t have magic, but they’ve found their own ways to cope with life’s challenges through innovation and technology. That’s exactly what we should learn.”
He walked back to the podium and continued, "Electricity is to the Muggle world what magic is to us. It is the backbone of life, supporting their communication, transportation, entertainment, and many other daily activities."
At this moment, Fred Weasley raised his hand again, his signature mischievous grin on his face: "Professor, do Muggles use electricity against wizards? Like—an electric shock spell or something?"
Laughter erupted in the classroom again. The Gryffindor students began to chuckle softly, and the Slytherin students couldn't help but laugh as well.
Sean smiled slightly and shook his head: "Muggles don't have the Shock Charm, but they do have some electrical inventions that can generate powerful energy—like stun guns and electric batons. Although they can't cast spells, they can be effective at self-defense in certain situations. However, this is still very different from the magic we use."
"Understood, Professor," Fred replied with a smile, exchanging a glance with George.
Clearly, the two brothers had come up with something new again.
Sean noticed this too, and shook his head helplessly, thinking that the two brothers must be plotting something related to electricity.
He could almost picture the twins at some inopportune moment displaying their modified "electric shock device"—perhaps an electric candy, or some strange toy that emits an electric current.
Speaking of which, he still hasn't opened the package the twins gave him last time—he's put both the package and Sirius Black in his briefcase.
That's right, Sirius Black replaced Bella in his office.
This isn't something to brag about, is it?
However, out of concern for safety, Sean still gave the twins a few words of advice.
"However, I must remind you that while electricity is a powerful tool for Muggles, its use is extremely dangerous, especially high-voltage electricity. Therefore, I do not recommend that you try to use Muggle methods to 'deal with' others, especially in a place like Hogwarts."
"Of course not, Professor," George immediately chimed in, his smile utterly innocent.
"Alright, students, let's get back to the main topic." Hearing George's assurance, Sean clapped his hands, refocusing the class's attention on Muggle research. "Now that we've discussed the applications and importance of electricity, let's see how Muggles can use technology to improve their daily lives."
After he finished speaking, he picked up a piece of paper and showed pictures of some household appliances that Muggles use daily.
"These are common devices in Muggle daily life. Electricity provides them with many conveniences, such as refrigerators, televisions, microwave ovens, and so on. These tools allow Muggles to store food, access information, and cook food."
They even use entertainment devices for leisure.
As he continued his explanation, he noticed Fred and George quickly scribbling something in their notebooks.
This was one of the few times they took notes.
"Alright, everyone," Sean clapped his hands at the end of the lesson, drawing the students' attention and beginning his final summary. "While some of the items you brought were unexpected, each one represents a microcosm of Muggle life. Muggles don't have magic; they rely on these simple tools to enrich their lives, and that's precisely why the differences between the Muggle world and our magical world are so fascinating."
The Weasley twins exchanged a glance, and before Fred could speak, Sean quickly added, "However, next time, please don't bring flying dragons—not even kites. We're discussing the Muggle world, not 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.'"
Inside the dueling classroom, a tense atmosphere quietly permeated the air.
Outside the window, the gray sky streamed in through the tall windows, adding a touch of gloom to the classroom.
The light in the center was dim and dim, with a few sparse rays of sunlight barely filtering through the windows and slanting across the ground, outlining the figures of Tonks and Cho Chang.
The two women stood motionless, wands clutched tightly in their hands, facing each other in a heavy and oppressive atmosphere.
Tonks appeared unusually focused.
Her gaze was fixed on Cho Chang across from her, her eyes conveying both encouragement and a hint of testing. Cho Chang seemed a little nervous; if you looked closely, you would see that her hand, which was gripping her wand tightly, was slightly sweaty.
"Are you ready, Cho Chang?" Tonks suddenly asked.
Qiu Zhang took a deep breath and nodded slightly.
Compared to their last encounter, she clearly felt that Professor Tonks was putting even more pressure on her this time.
Looking into Tonks' eyes, for a moment she was unsure if she dared to draw her wand. Tonks didn't speak again, and with a whisper, the battle erupted instantly.
Tonks launched the first attack, his wand flashing through the air like lightning, unleashing a powerful disarming spell straight at Cho Chang.
The spell, accompanied by a hissing sound, shattered the brief silence in the classroom.
Cho Chang reacted immediately, waving his wand fiercely, instantly generating an Ironclad Charm that blocked Tonks' attack.
The two spells collided fiercely in the air, producing a crisp sound and radiating light.
Taking advantage of this brief defensive opportunity, Cho Chang quickly launched a counterattack. Her wand spun rapidly, and a dazzling shock spell shot straight towards Tonks.
Tonks quickly took a step back, skillfully dodging Qiu Zhang's attack, and then swiftly unleashed another disarming spell at Qiu Zhang.
Cho Chang did not back down. She nimbly turned around and dodged Tonks' attack, then waved her wand, casting a disarming spell.
Tonks sensed Cho Chang's spell and reacted immediately, quickly waving his wand to block the counterattack.
Tonks and Cho Chang's every attack and defense was exceptionally precise, showcasing extraordinary strength and skill.
Cho Chang's movements became increasingly fluid, gradually getting into the zone, while Tonks remained calm and focused.
They pressed on relentlessly.
Within minutes, the classroom was filled with the booming sound of incantations and flashing lights.
The students below the stage held their breath, watching the intense competition on the field with unblinking eyes.
"My God, are they really dueling? This is incredible!" a student exclaimed in a low voice, his voice filled with disbelief.
"Choo Chang was actually able to fight Professor Tonks to a standstill—" Another student was dumbfounded, never expecting that the usually quiet Cho Chang could display such formidable strength.
"Look at her movements, so fluid! She's really strong!" A Ravenclaw student almost stood up, his eyes glued to Cho Chang's every spell cast and dodge.
Just then, Qiu Zhang seized an opening and quickly cast a spell, striking Tonks directly.
Although Tonks reacted quickly, Cho Chang's attack caught her off guard, and the spell almost hit her defenses.
Tonks stumbled slightly behind, but quickly regained her balance, revealing an approving smile. "Very good, Cho Chang, you've improved a lot." Tonks' voice carried a hint of admiration.
Qiu Zhang was breathing softly, still slightly nervous, but with a confident smile on his face.
However, the duel was not over yet.
Tonks swiftly waved his wand and whispered a spell: "Smoke and Mist!"
Instantly, thick black mist erupted from the tip of her wand, spreading rapidly and enveloping the entire dueling arena in darkness.
The thick fog seemed to churn in the air as if it were alive, obscuring Qiu Zhang's vision and making her unable to see anything.
Qiu Zhang stood there, his heart racing, a sense of tension rising within him once more.
If she remembered correctly, Professor Tonks had used the "Smoke Screen" spell during their last duel.
However, Professor Tonks used the "Smoke Screen Charm" at that time for...
Now, Professor Tonks clearly has no such concerns, so her purpose in using the "Smoke Curse" suddenly becomes shrouded in mystery.
Qiu Zhang pondered, watching as his surroundings were enveloped by black mist.
It was as if he had entered a boundless dark world, and even Tonks' figure had completely disappeared.
She looked around alertly, trying to catch any sound or movement, but all she could hear was the slight rustling of mist, as if even the air itself had become still.
"Don't panic, stay calm, listen attentively, and feel her movements."
Cho Chang silently reminded himself, gripped his wand tightly, and tried to calm his breathing.
However, just as she was trying her best to stay focused, Tonks' attack came suddenly. Without any warning, Qiu Zhang suddenly felt a powerful force beneath her feet, and she was instantly lifted off the ground, soaring into the air without any defense!