Ch148- Exam and Swimming

Ch148- Exam and Swimming

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Harry and Snape began their rounds, moving in opposite directions around the classroom. As Harry strolled past each working station, he took note of his friends' chosen potions and their methodical approaches. His presence, rather than being authoritative, was more of a silent support, a nod to his peers that he was rooting for them.

Daphne, always precise, was carefully measuring out ingredients for a Wiggenweld Potion, her movements deliberate and focused. Tracey, on the other hand, had chosen the Challenge of the Cure for Boils, her brow furrowed in concentration as she added a porcupine quill to her cauldron.

Neville, whose nervousness around potions was well-known, surprised Harry with his choice of a Forgetfulness Potion. He seemed more confident than usual, a testament to the hours of practice they had spent together. Susan and Hannah, working side by side, were both concocting the Herbicide Potion, sharing a silent communication that spoke of their close friendship.

Hermione, as expected, was a picture of efficiency, her potion already showing the perfect color and consistency. Her choice of the Antidote to Common Poisons demonstrated her ambition to tackle complex concoctions.

Pansy Parkinson was meticulously working on Pompion Potion, her expression one of intense focus opposite to the usage of comical effects of the potion. Malfoy, Zabini, and Nott, forming a trio of ambition, each chose a potion that showcased their individual strengths.

Ron, attempting a Cure for Boils, seemed to be struggling with the consistency of his potion, his face a mask of concentration as he tried to correct his mistake. The Patil twins, Parvati and Padma, each chose different potions, reflecting their individual interests, while Lavender's potion bubbled cheerfully, a sign of her growing competence in the subject.

As Harry completed his first circuit of the room, Snape's voice sliced through the air, "Remember, precision is key. A single miscalculation can turn your potion from a masterpiece to a disaster."

Nigel's voice popped up in Harry's mind, "Ah, Snape's motivational speeches, always so uplifting. Makes you wonder why he never pursued a career in inspirational speaking."

Suppressing a chuckle at Nigel's comment, Harry continued his observation. He was impressed by the level of dedication and skill his classmates displayed. It was a reminder of the talent that surrounded him at Hogwarts.

On his second round, Harry paid closer attention to his friends' progress. Daphne's potion was now a perfect shade of blue, signaling its completion. Tracey, too, had managed to achieve the desired result, her potion bubbling gently with no sign of distress.Fiind updated novels at novelhall.com

Nigel, seizing the opportunity for commentary, chimed in, "Never? But I remember a few aquatic escapades in your memories."

Harry couldn't help but snort at that. "If being chucked into the pool by Dudley counts, then sure. But I'd hardly call desperate flailing 'swimming,' Nigel."

The sarcastic AI, undeterred, replied, "Ah, semantics. The point is, you've experienced water beyond a mere shower. Though, I suppose learning to swim without the imminent threat of drowning could be considered a novel concept for you."

With a chuckle at Nigel's dry humor, Harry stood up, stripping off his shoes and socks. "Well, no time like the present to learn," he declared, rolling up his trousers, as he transfigurated them into swim trunks. Wading into the cool water, he felt the tension from the exams start to ebb away. The lake's edge was shallow, and he took a moment to acclimate to the temperature before attempting a few tentative strokes.

"See, I'm swimming," Harry announced, more to himself than to Nigel, as he managed a few awkward but effective movements through the water.

"Indeed, and with all the grace of a newborn Hippogriff," Nigel remarked. "But it's a start. Perhaps Hogwarts offers swimming lessons as an elective?"

Harry laughed, splashing around a bit more before circling in the lake. "I'll keep that in mind," he said.

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