Chapter 190： The Jewish Book of Abraham

Chapter 190 "The Jewish Book of Abraham"

 At the end of September, the rainy season is still continuing, the weather is getting colder and the nights are getting longer.

 In such weather, Albert liked to stay by the warm and bright fireplace, drinking hot drinks and reading his favorite books.

 Albert was undoubtedly lucky, and the Gryffindor common room was just right for him.

At this moment, Albert was sitting in a soft armchair, flipping through a book that Smith lent him, called "The Book of Abraham the Jew."

This book is very famous. It is said that Nico Flamel refined the legendary magic stone step by step based on the instructions in this book.

 At the beginning, when Professor Smith lent him this book, Albert was really surprised. He had never thought that such a book would be widely circulated. It was really hard to imagine.

However, what surprised Albert even more was what happened later. He actually found the method of refining the Philosopher's Stone from the "Jewish Book of Abraham". However, except for Nico Flamel, no one succeeded in refining the Philosopher's Stone.

yes!

If the magic stone could really be refined, how could it be spread?

 Alchemy secrets are usually kept secret.

 People no longer believe in the so-called secret recipe of the Philosopher's Stone in the Book of Abraham.

  Smith recommended this book to Albert, which is actually like when he joined the Quidditch team, just like Charlie recommended him to read "Quidditch Origins", which probably has the same meaning.

Although there may not be much gain, it is actually not bad to pass the time, and you can also learn about alchemy by the way.

The original "Jewish Book of Abraham" has only 21 pages, with various images on it, which may be capital letters, gold coins, Jews, princes, priests, astrologers, philosophers, or some strange drawings that make people scratch their heads. However, this book is more than just that. It also has relevant translations and annotations, but you still need to know specialized alchemical terminology to understand it.

For example, Albert is looking at this page:

With the diligence of a philosopher, you must pour all your attention on the sun, the moon and Mercury ... It contains a sulfur sulfur sulfur in the metal called "the light of the hot sulfur".

If you don’t know that in alchemy, the sun refers to gold, the moon refers to silver, and mercury refers to mercury, it may be difficult to understand what this sentence means.

There is also a description of alchemy, "...sulfur has a magical power. It can dye the damp and cold moon into the pure gold of the sun, but this process requires a spiritual medium..."

 Albert closed the book gently, put it on his knees, and did not read it again.

In fact, he has read it several times, and also used his own knowledge and understanding to briefly translate the legendary refining method of the magic stone.

Unfortunately, there are no skills or tasks related to the magic stone on the panel.

This was expected. He also had a little hope, just to see if he could pick up a treasure mountain for himself through the panel. However, it was obviously wishful thinking.

“Are you going to use this thing to fool others again?” Lee Jordan shook the parchment between his fingers. He still remembered that a few days ago, Albert was translating this old book in the library, which was said to be the secret alchemy recipe for refining the magic stone.

Then, they believed it, especially after learning what the magic stone was, everyone was happy for a while.

No way, Albert took a very old book and studied it there for a long time. He also told them about "The Book of Abraham of the Jews" and Nicolas Flamel, which really deceived them temporarily. .

 However, after they calmed down, they realized that they had been deceived by Albert again.

Although Albert innocently stated that the "Jewish Book of Abraham" is true and the recipe for the Philosopher's Stone was indeed translated from the book,...is the alchemy secret recipe for the Philosopher's Stone in the book also true?

 Obviously not.

Although Albert's book is very old, it seems that it was printed. Someone printed it. Could the secret recipe of magic stone and alchemy in "The Book of Abraham of the Jews" be true?

If this is true, how is it possible that there was only one Nicolás Flamel in several centuries?

“That is indeed the magic stone alchemy secret recipe in the Book of Abraham of the Jews.” Albert said with an expression that said I was not lying.

"Yes, yes, we know this is the precious secret alchemy of the Philosopher's Stone." Lee Jordan said impatiently.

 “How about we keep him as a treasure?” A pleasant smile appeared on George’s face.

 Since the last secret treasure, several people have been working on leaving various secret treasures in Hogwarts.

"That's a good idea." Fred opened the curtains next to him and looked up at the rain curtain outside. "Write another one in French, and then attach an English translation."

 “When do you start doing it?” Lee Jordan asked. “Now?”

“Let’s have another day.” George walked over, looked at the rain outside the window, and muttered, “Why doesn’t it stop raining?”

"It can't be that fast." Albert finished drinking the milk tea and said to Li Jordan, "I have something to do later."

 “I hate rainy days.”

They will go out to train later, training in the cold wind and heavy rain. This is a common thing for Quidditch players, but no one likes to train in such windy and rainy weather. They all get wet, catch cold easily, and get covered in mud on the way to the Quidditch pitch.

 “Aren’t you going to come with us?” George turned around and asked.

"Sorry, I have an appointment with Mr. Smith later." Albert declined politely. He didn't like going out to train in such bad weather.

 “Let’s go!”

 The two brothers sighed and walked towards the exit of the common room together.

“Train well and we will cheer for you in the next game.” Albert said to the two of them with a smile.

 In fact, he also knows that there are many new players joining this year, and Charlie's training is very strict, which puts a lot of pressure on Fred and George.

 The training of Quidditch players is really hard!

 A few minutes later, Albert knocked on the door of the Defense Against the Dark Arts office. There was already a guest inside, the young Smith.

After seeing Albert, the other party frowned slightly. Apparently he didn't expect that there would be guests, so he stood up and left.

“My nephew is quite talented, but he is a bit arrogant.” After the child left, Professor Smith, who prepared milk tea for Albert, suddenly said something.

  Unlike Dumbledore, Rowena Smith likes to make her own milk tea.

 Albert didn’t know what to say about other people’s affairs, so the best option was to remain silent.

 “Thank you, I have finished reading this book. It is a very magical book.”

 After a moment of silence, Albert returned the Book of Abraham to Smith.

“It’s indeed amazing.” Professor Smith took the book, put it on the table, and handed the brewed milk tea to Albert.

"Thanks."

The two chatted for a while, and then Smith picked up another book and began to explain the basics of alchemy to Albert.

Hmm, yes, the basics.

However, Albert does not lack the foundation. What he lacks is actually the secret recipe of alchemy. However, these things are usually secrets that are not passed down.

Smith soon discovered the problem. Albert already had his own understanding of alchemy, but his current problem was that he didn't know how to use it.

 It's like a glass of water, it's just a glass of water if you put it there. You need to pour tea leaves or cocoa powder into the water to turn the water into a cup of tea, hot cocoa, or even other beverages.

 This is a bit embarrassing.

 Professor Smith also studied alchemy, but he himself was not a master in this field.

 Although he could teach Albert some of the things he knew,... the relationship between the two parties was actually not that good yet.

"I roughly know your situation." Professor Smith ended the lecture directly, looked at Albert again and said, "You are limited by yourself."

 “Limited by yourself?” Albert was a little confused and didn’t understand what this sentence meant for a while.

"It should be said that the amount of knowledge." Professor Smith took a sip of milk tea and explained, "Alchemy covers a wide range, but the knowledge you have learned now is not enough. This directly leads to the limitation of your thinking scope. Naturally, I feel a little confused and can’t refine any items.”

 “Can’t you teach me?” Albert asked.

"There is no point in learning the basics anymore." Professor Smith shook his head, "I remember you know Mr. Brod, right?"

"Oh, you said Professor Brod, we know each other and have been in touch through letters recently." Albert nodded.

"Alchemy includes many things." Professor Smith said: "I think what you lack most now is knowledge. This is the biggest problem at present. I think there will be no such problem in two or three years."

 “Wait another two or three years?” Albert was a little confused. After waiting for two or three years, the day lilies were already cold.

“I can write to Mr. Broad and see if we can recommend you to one of my elders,” Professor Smith said.

 “Elder?” Albert suddenly remembered a person.

 Gerber Smith?

 The old man I met at the lake house last time.

“By the way, there’s Mr. Serra Harris.” Professor Smith clapped his hands and continued, “He is also very good at alchemy.”

 “This…” Albert looked confused.

“I will write a letter of introduction for you,” Professor Smith said with a smile. “You first prepare a letter and write down the problems you encountered in alchemy.”

 Albert nodded, he knew what Professor Smith meant.

"I think there will be news soon," Smith said.

 “Thank you, Professor Smith.” Albert said gratefully.

 “You’re welcome,” Smith said. He looked at Albert's leaving back, and the smile on his face faded, replaced by confusion and confusion.

 Introducing Albert to Serra Harris and Gerber Smith was not Professor Rowena Smith's intention, but an invitation made by Gerber Smith, inviting the young wizard to join them.

 Genius, and very talented in alchemy.

 As long as these two points are present, it is actually enough.

Although Rowena Smith was a little confused, he had actually had a similar experience before.

However, he always felt something was strange, "Is he really valued just because of his talent? Is it... the same as McDougal? But, as far as he knows, Albert is a Muggle wizard."

 (End of this chapter)