At the end of September, the rainy season was still going on, the weather was getting colder, and the nights were getting longer.
In such weather, Albert likes to stay by the warm and bright fireplace, drinking hot drinks and reading his favorite books.
Albert was undoubtedly lucky, as the Gryffindor common room was just enough to satisfy him.
At this moment, Albert was sitting in a soft armchair, flipping through the book Smith had lent him, titled "The Book of Abraham the Jews".
This book is very famous. Legend has it that Nicolas Flamel refined the legendary Philosopher's Stone step by step according to the instructions in this book.
When Professor Smith lent him the 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 yet to come. He actually found the method of refining the Philosopher's Stone from the "Book of Abraham of the Jews", but no one except Nicolas Flamel had successfully refined the Philosopher's Stone.
yes!
If the Philosopher's Stone could really be refined, how could it have been leaked
Alchemical secrets are usually kept secret.
People no longer believe in the so-called secret recipe of the Philosopher's Stone in the Jewish Book of Abraham.
Smith recommended this book to Albert, which was actually the same as Charlie recommending him to read "The Origins of Quidditch" when he joined the Quidditch team. It's probably the same idea.
Although you may not necessarily gain anything from it, it is actually a good way to kill time, and you can also learn about alchemy by the way.
The original "Book of Abraham of the Jews" 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 confused. However, this book is more than that, there are relevant translations and annotations on it, but it still requires special alchemical terms to understand.
For example, the page Albert is looking at now:
With the diligence of a philosopher, give all your attention to the Sun, Moon, and Mercury.... There is a sulphur soul in the metal, called the "Burning Sulphur Light."
If you don't know that in alchemy, the sun refers to gold, the moon refers to silver, and Mercury refers to quicksilver, it would be difficult to understand what this sentence means.
There is also a description of alchemy, "... Sulfur has a magical power that 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 and placed it on his knees without turning the pages of it.
In fact, he had read it several times, and used his own knowledge and understanding to make a simple translation of the legendary method of refining the Philosopher's Stone.
Unfortunately, no skills or tasks related to the Philosopher's Stone appeared on the panel.
This was expected. He even had a glimmer of hope, that is, he wanted to see if he could pick up a treasure trove for himself through the panel. However, it was obviously wishful thinking.
"Are you going to use this to fool others again?" Li Jordan shook the parchment between his fingers. He still remembered that a few days ago, Albert translated this old book in the library, which was said to be the alchemical secret recipe for refining the Philosopher's Stone.
Then they believed it, especially after they learned what the Philosopher's Stone was, everyone was happy for a long time.
There was no other way. Albert took a very old book and studied it attentively for a long time. He also told them about the "Book of Abraham of the Jews" and Nicolas Flamel, which really fooled them temporarily.
However, after they calmed down, they realized that they had been fooled by Albert again.
Although Albert innocently stated that "The Book of Abraham of the Jews" was true and the formula of the Philosopher's Stone was indeed translated from the book, but... is the alchemical secret recipe for the Philosopher's Stone in the book also true
Obviously not.
Although Albert's book is very old, it looks like it was printed. If someone printed it, could the alchemy recipe for the Philosopher's Stone in the Book of Abraham of the Jews be true
If this were true, how could there be only one Nicolas Flamel in several centuries
"That is indeed the alchemical recipe for the Philosopher's Stone in the Jewish Book of Abraham." Albert looked as if he was not lying.
"Yes, yes, we know that this is the precious alchemy recipe of the Philosopher's Stone." Li Jordan said impatiently.
"How about we keep him as a treasure?" George had a happy smile on his face.
Since the last secret treasure, several people have been committed to leaving various secret treasures in Hogwarts.
"That's a good idea." Fred pulled aside the curtain beside him and looked up at the rain outside. "Write another one in French and attach an English translation."
"When do we start?" Lee Jordan asked, "Now?"
"Maybe some other time." George walked over, looked at the rain outside the window, and muttered, "Why doesn't the rain stop?"
"How can it be that fast?" Albert finished his milk tea and said to Li Jordan, "I have something to do later."
“I hate rainy days.”
They will be going down for training soon. Training in cold wind and heavy rain is a common thing for Quidditch players, but no one likes to train in such windy and rainy weather. They will get wet all over and easily catch a cold. On the way to the Quidditch field, they will be covered in mud.
"Aren't you going with us?" George turned and asked.
"I'm sorry, I have an appointment with Mr. Smith later." Albert declined politely. He didn't like going out for training 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 go to cheer you on in the next game." Albert said to the two with a smile.
In fact, he also knew that there were many new players joining this year, and Charlie's training was very strict, which brought a lot of pressure to 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.
When the other party saw Albert, he frowned slightly, obviously not expecting any guests, and then he stood up and said goodbye and left.
"My nephew is quite talented, but he is a little arrogant." Professor Smith, who was preparing milk tea for Albert, suddenly said after the child left.
Unlike Dumbledore, Rowena Smith likes to make her own milk tea.
Albert didn't know what to say about other people's family affairs, and the best choice was to remain silent.
"Thank you. I have finished reading this book. It is a magical book."
After a moment's silence, Albert returned the Book of Abraham to Smith.
"It's really amazing." Professor Smith took the book, put it casually on the table, and then 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.
Yes, that’s right, the basics.
However, Albert did not lack the basics. What he lacked was actually the alchemical secret recipe. However, these things were usually kept secret.
Smith soon discovered the problem. Albert already had his own understanding of alchemy, but his problem now was that he didn't know how to use it.
Just like a glass of water, it is just a glass of water. 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 drinks.
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, but... the relationship between the two sides was not yet that good.
"I roughly know your situation." Professor Smith ended the discussion directly, looked at Albert again and said, "You are limiting yourself."
"Restricted by myself?" Albert was a little confused and didn't understand what this sentence meant for a moment.
"It should be 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, you feel a little confused and can't refine anything."
"Can't you teach me?" Albert asked.
"There's no point in learning the basics." Professor Smith shook his head. "I remember you knew Mr. Broad, right?"
"Oh, you are talking about Professor Broad. We know each other and have been in correspondence 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 this problem will not arise in two or three years."
"Wait another two or three years?" Albert was a little confused. If he waited for two or three years, the opportunity would be gone.
"I can write to Mr. Broad and see if we can recommend you to one of my elders together," said Professor Smith.
"Elder?" Albert suddenly thought of someone.
Gerber Smith
The old man I met last time in the cabin on the lake.
"Oh, and there's Mr. Serraharishis." Professor Smith clapped his hands and continued, "He's also good at alchemy."
"This..." Albert was confused.
"I'll write you a letter of introduction," Professor Smith said with a smile. "First, prepare a letter and write down the problems you encounter 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 departing back, the smile on his face disappearing, replaced by confusion and puzzlement.
It was not Professor Rowena Smith's idea to introduce Albert to Seraharishis and Gerber Smith, but it was Gerber Smith who made the invitation, inviting the young wizard to join them.
Genius, and also very talented in alchemy.
Just these two points are enough.
Although Rowena Smith was a little confused, he had actually had similar experiences before.
However, he always felt that something was strange. "Is it really just because of his talent that he is valued? Could it be... the same as McDougal? But, as far as he knows, Albert is a Muggle wizard."