" Any questions " Professor Sage asked after sharing out the handouts.
A student wearing frames and messy hair raise his hand to ask Professor Sage about the potential risks. Professor Sage signals for him to go on
"Professor Sage, I was wondering about the safety precautions when working with Wolf's Bane and Dragon's Breath. Are there any specific risks we should be aware of?"
Professor sage nods, "Excellent question! Both Wolf's Bane and Dragon's Breath can be hazardous if not handled properly. Wolf's Bane, in particular, is highly toxic and can cause severe poisoning if ingested or inhaled. When handling it, make sure to wear gloves and a mask to prevent skin contact and inhalation.
Dragon's Breath, on the other hand, can be volatile if not stored correctly. It's essential to keep it in a specially designed container and away from open flames or sparks. When combining the two ingredients, be cautious of the potential for explosive reactions.
To mitigate these risks, we will be using a specially designed workstation with built-in safety features. Additionally, I will be demonstrating the proper handling and preparation techniques before you begin working on the assignment.
Please review the safety protocols on page 25 of your textbook and familiarize yourself with the emergency procedures. If you have any concerns or questions, don't hesitate to ask."
Professor Sage stands at the central workstation, wearing a pair of gloves and a mask to protect himself from the hazardous ingredients. He begins the demonstration, "Now, let's move on to the preparation of Wolf's Bane and Dragon's Breath. This is a crucial step in creating your protective charm potion."
*Wolf's Bane Preparation*
1. Professor Sage carefully measures out a small quantity of dried Wolf's Bane leaves and places them into a mortar.
2. He adds a few drops of crystal clear water, infused with moonstone essence, to the mortar.
3. With a gentle, sweeping motion, he begins to grind the Wolf's Bane leaves into a fine powder using the pestle.
4. As he grinds, he whispers an incantation, "Astra protego, venenum expello" ("Starlight protect, poison expel").
5. The powder begins to glow with a soft, blue light, indicating the removal of impurities.
*Dragon's Breath Preparation*
1. Professor Sage carefully opens a small, ornate box containing a fragment of Dragon's Breath.
2. He places the fragment into a specially designed, heat-resistant crucible.
3. With a precise touch, he activates a small, intricate mechanism on the crucible, which generates a localized thermal field, carefully calibrated to vaporize the Dragon's Breath.
4. The Dragon's Breath begins to take on a shimmering, ethereal quality, releasing a stream of glittering, silver particles.
5. Professor Sage carefully collects the particles in a small, crystal vial.
*Combining the Ingredients*
1. Professor Sage adds the powdered Wolf's Bane to the crystal vial containing the Dragon's Breath particles.
2. He seals the vial with a cork made from a rare, magical wood.
3. With a gentle shake, the ingredients begin to combine, releasing a soft, pulsating glow.
"The key to this preparation technique," Professor Sage explains, "lies in the balance of energies. The Wolf's Bane provides protection, while the Dragon's Breath enhances the potion's potency. By combining them in harmony, we create a powerful, protective charm."
As the demonstration concludes, Professor Sage hands out a worksheet with detailed instructions for the preparation technique.
" Any other question " Professor Sage asked looking around. The same boy as last time raised his hand, Professor Sage nodded at him. He stood up
"Professor Sage, could you explain the incantation you used during the Wolf's Bane preparation? What does 'Astra protego, venenum expello' mean?"
Professor Sage smiles, "Excellent question! The incantation is an ancient phrase used to purify and protect the Wolf's Bane. 'Astra protego' means 'starlight protect,' and 'venenum expello' means 'poison expel.' By whispering this incantation, I'm invoking the power of the stars to remove any impurities and toxins from the Wolf's Bane, making it safer to work with."
He pauses, "The incantation also serves as a focal point for my intent. By clearly stating my purpose, I'm able to channel my energy and willpower into the preparation process, ensuring the Wolf's Bane is properly prepared for the potion."
Lily, whispers next to Eliana and Seraphinna, "I've heard that incantations can be personalized. Do you think we could create our own incantations for future potions?"
Professor Sage overheard Lily's comment and responds, "Ah, yes! As you progress in your studies, you'll learn how to craft your own incantations, tailored to your unique energy and intentions. However, for now, let's focus on mastering the fundamental techniques."
Lily was shocked and a little embarrassed.
The class nods, taking note of the importance of incantations in potion making.
As the lesson concludes, Professor Sage reminds the students that their assignment is due next week. They need to create a protective charm potion using Wolf's Bane and Dragon's Breath.
As the class came to an end all the students packed their things and left the class in groups.
As Seraphinna and her friends were packing their things a girl walked up to them with two lackeys following behinde she stood in front of Seraphinna and sneered
" Are you Seraphinna Abaddon "
Seraphinna looked at her confuse she remembered the girl as the one who was starring at her with disgust but she didn't know when she had offended her. She slowly observed the girl
She was quiet a beauty, delicate face, triangle shape lips, dove like eyes her hair was packed into two ponytails showing a little of her baby feature, she had a light skin color.
She was on the white coloured uniform but Seraphinna hadn't seen her before.
" Aren't you ears functioning, didn't you hear me "
Seraphinna frown, Eliana and Lily were equally dissatisfied.
" Thank you, but my ears are working fine " she paused then added " Only to those who's worth listening to "
Eliana and Lily both giggled. The girls faced turn red with anger.
" How dare you? "
" Do I dare not "
Seraphinna really didn't want to bother with her so she carried her things and prepare to live but was stopped by the girls two lackeys. Seraphinna started to lose her patient.
" What do you want "
The girl walked up to Seraphinna in an imposing manner which she assume should have frighten her, but instead Seraphinna just looked at her with irritation. The girl was getting more and more frustrated.
" Who do you think you are? "
" I got it " Eliana said in surprised catching the attention of everyone present, she continued " I know who you are now, no wonder you face looked familiar, you're Selena Spiritus, Astrid Spiritus cousin "
Selena felt proud and became even more arrogant.
" Since you know who I am, you better not mess with me. I only came here to warn you stay away for khaos, you're not good for him "
Saying that she turned around wanting to walk away when Seraphinna called out
" Wait "