The small classroom of the Transfiguration Club.
Perhaps it was because they were all the same age, or maybe because the professor wasn't present, but the atmosphere here was quite pleasant.
"By the way! Is it just the two of you here? I initially thought there would be more people," Ino asked softly while sitting on an ice-transfigured armchair.
Yes, there were no seats in the classroom; everything depended on the students' skills. If you lacked the ability, you would sit on the floor or conjure a small stool. If you we...
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Evening, third floor of the castle.
A cold corridor, only a hundred meters long, stretched out on the third floor. There were no classrooms, no professors' offices, not even a decent room in sight.
Thus, apart from the first half month of the school year, when a few energetic freshmen might wander around, this corridor became a true no-man's land. Sometimes, not even Filch would come by.
Of course, there were several similar deserted corridors in the castle, but that wasn't the point. The point was that Ino had already p...
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Hogwarts
Time in this ancient castle, which has stood for a thousand years, seems to stretch gently by magic and be quietly scattered by the wind.
Two days, for the young wizards here, feel both long and short, like a peaceful dream.
In the morning, when the first ray of sunlight filters through the crevices of the spires, shining on the stone-paved corridors of the castle, it heralds the arrival of a new day.
It's another ordinary weekend. After waking up, Draco instinctively glanced to the other side. Although t...
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Slytherin.
At 8 o'clock in the morning, the common room was rather quiet, with only first and second-year students present. It was quite rare not to have classes this early in the morning.
In a corner of the common room, Ino sat quietly on the sofa. Beside him were two old books and a purse with the Gringotts emblem.
These two books were borrowed from Pansy earlier, concerning the Freezing Charm and the Snow-Making Spell, while the purse contained melted gold.
Today's goal was to pay Pansy the rent and return the ...
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Castle Hall.
It took about ten minutes for Hermione to explain the entire situation.
"We're stuck right now, and I suspect Lockhart has realized it. He's been looking at me strangely," Harry said, worried.
Seeing Harry's anxiety, Ino chuckled lightly: "Mr. Potter, I think your worries are unnecessary! As long as you don't go wandering outside, no one can harm you within the castle. With Professor Dumbledore here, you're safe."
Dumbledore's name seemed to have its own kind of magic; upon hearing it, Harry visibly r...
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Hogwarts
In the dormitory, thick bed curtains were suddenly drawn back.
After changing into the plain robes of Slytherin, Ino opened the dormitory door and walked out towards the castle grounds.
The rewards from the recent adventure were truly exhilarating, but he couldn't share this joy with anyone.
So, he decided to go to the Black Lake and have a good time in the water to let off some steam.
As a black swan, playing in the water was quite natural, after all.
...
With an indescribable joy on...
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Inside the small tavern room.
The oil lamp on the table was lit once more, along with two old, yellowed books.
"Resurrection Ritual Magic... Time Reversal!"
Ino marveled at the two books on the table.
This felt like buying a lottery ticket to get some change and then finding out he'd won a ten million-pound jackpot.
This sense of surprise left him a bit dazed, incredulous, and even a little unreal.
Two books, one about time, the other about resurrection, complemented each other well.
Putting r...
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Sophia's Tavern, a gem embedded in the heart of the ancient merchant town, glimmered with the light of ages.
The guest rooms, a hidden and cozy corner of this gem, offered a peaceful haven for weary merchants.
The light in the room was soft and dim.
On a bed made of rough cloth and soft hay, Ino applied White Fresh Essence to himself, reflecting on the events of the past few days.
It had been a week since the Kelin Town Tower incident, and he had been in a coma for an entire week, only fully waking up this morning...
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At the top of the tower, a sunbeam spell quietly hovered in the air, providing a steady and bright light source for the room.
But in this brightness, the dilapidation of the room was clearly visible.
Holding the dice in his hand, Ino's expression relaxed. Even if the story was a bit over the top, at worst, they would waste the props and run away. As long as their lives were not in danger, everything was negotiable.
"Although I don't know what you've done, you don't need to be so tense, as if facing a formidable enemy," O...
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Under the tower, Ino's mind was racing.
Although he found the situation strange, he had no evidence at the moment and could only proceed cautiously. He decided to enter the tower first and see what happened.
If things went wrong, he could always use his Animagus form to escape. After all, that was the primary reason he had learned the spell in the first place.
For now, entering the tower was his main priority.
As an independent structure, the tower's only entrance was a small window at the top, just big enough for...
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The second day in Kelin Town.
At the forest's edge, the dappled light and shadows cast everything in a half-lit glow.
Ino looked helplessly at the eager Grimm brothers.
Just yesterday, after they saved the little girl from the mud monster, the town mayor had hired them for 15 gold coins to solve the town's mysterious occurrences.
They had only conducted a preliminary investigation and didn't even know where the tower was. Yet, this morning, the Grimm brothers were already set on venturing into the forest.
T...
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Kelin Town
An old carriage was making its way through the small town.
Suddenly, the carriage stopped by the roadside, and three young men emerged from its shabby interior.
After Ino took a silver coin out of his pocket and handed it to the driver, he began to observe the town that was rumored to have experienced strange events.
Standing beside him were the Grimm brothers. They did not rush in but stood outside the town, examining it as well.
Yesterday, after hearing Clue's account in a tavern, the three of ...
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In the dimly lit tavern, Wilhelm's words blew past Ino's ears like a breeze, leaving him somewhat unprepared.
"So, is there a difference?" Ino's voice carried a hint of curiosity as he tried to digest this sudden piece of information.
"There's a huge difference!" Jacob, who had been sitting quietly in the corner, chimed in confidently: "Wizards are honored guests in courts, wise men invited by kings. Those who dabble in dark arts, like witches and demons, lurk in shadows like filthy creatures, shunned by society."
"Howev...
2024-09-07 17:19:11 +0000 UTC
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In the small tavern of Merchants' Town, at a corner table.
Ino's gaze was fixed on the two young men sitting opposite him, their appearances strikingly similar.
Although he had grown familiar with them, he still felt a sense of incredulity.
In this fantastical journey, encountering the living Brothers Grimm was akin to a fan meeting his idols.
After all, in the countless fairy tales and folklore, the names of the Brothers Grimm occupied a significant place.
And now, sitting across from him, were these legen...
2024-09-06 16:35:17 +0000 UTC
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On the vacant land beside the town.
Ino glanced around and then walked toward the bakery.
Of course, if he were an adult, he would have gone straight to the tavern to get the basic information here.
But although he had suddenly shot up to about 1.6 meters tall this year, his youthful face still betrayed his true age.
In a place crowded with mixed people, it wasn't a wise choice for a half-grown kid to venture into a tavern.
Meanwhile.
On the other side of town.
The bakery owner, Penn, was also...
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Dormitory Classroom
After hearing Bulstrode's question, Ino felt a headache coming on.
It's hard to imagine that these second-year students, only thirteen or fourteen years old, already possess such analytical abilities. If they continue to develop like this as they grow up...
Perhaps there is some justification for the pure-bloods controlling the Ministry of Magic.
But obviously, now is not the time to ponder this question. He needs to answer Bulstrode's question.
Because this question had already resonate...
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Slytherin Dormitory
Ino quietly used the Water-Making Spell to clean the branches and leaves of his potted plants. The green leaves became even more translucent, like the rising sun, brimming with vitality.
After watering the plants as usual, he sat quietly on a nearby chair.
The thunderstorm was already a thing of the past, just as Professor McGonagall had said. Once you get through the initial transformation, you can master the Animagus form, switching shapes almost instantly.
Of course, he knew this wasn't beca...
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Outside Hogwarts Castle.
Professor McGonagall stood by the Black Lake, pleased, and said, "It went more smoothly than I imagined, and it's even a rare black swan. You can move around now, in the lake or the sky, your choice. I'll be waiting here for you to transform back!"
Hearing this, Ino tried to stand up. Although swans also walk on two legs, having an extra pair of wings made it a bit awkward.
But there's a saying, if you're beautiful, even clumsiness is seen as charming.
The same applied to Ino. Although he ...
2024-09-04 06:31:06 +0000 UTC
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Back in the Slytherin dormitory.
Ino opened the sealed wooden box, took out the Animagus potion inside, then picked up the Felix Felicis next to it. Without a second thought, he uncorked the bottle and drank it in one gulp.
The Felix Felicis entered his mouth, bringing a cool sensation that slid down his throat, feeling like drinking a chilled mint-flavored soda on a scorching summer day.
The coolness and fragrance instantly swept away the summer heat, leaving only a sense of freshness and tranquility.
"It feels s...
2024-09-02 16:38:31 +0000 UTC
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Slytherin Dormitory
"So, you're saying you not only hung Harry upside down but also Ron?" Ino asked curiously, looking at Draco.
This conversation happened about fifteen minutes ago when Draco, looking very pleased with himself, had pushed open the dormitory door and started eagerly recounting his shining moment.
Although most of his tale was filled with flamboyant language, Ino managed to extract the key details.
"Yes! That's exactly right! I hung both of them up." Draco nodded emphatically.
"You have no i...
2024-09-01 16:59:55 +0000 UTC
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After arranging a meeting with Professor McGonagall, Ino returned to his dormitory with his certificate and prize money.
While waiting for a thunderstorm, he also planned to lie low for a while.
Since the start of the school year, he had felt a sense of complacency, perhaps influenced by his ice magic, but overall, he hadn't been as grounded as he should be.
Snape's earlier warning and today's conversation with Professor McGonagall made him aware of his shortcomings.
The greatest takeaway from that conversation wa...
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"Dear Mr. Ino Swinburne, we are pleased to inform you that your transfiguration paper, 'The World as a Whole,' has won the Best Newcomer Award for Transfiguration Papers in 1992..."
The letter was brief, and Ino quickly skimmed through it. Although it didn't contain much useful information—mostly encouraging, polite remarks—it was essentially courteous but uninformative.
Finally, at the end of the letter, he found the information he was looking for.
"... To encourage your future work, the editorial board of 'Today's ...
2024-08-30 16:02:31 +0000 UTC
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Hogsmeade, in front of Dervish and Banges' shop.
"Good afternoon, Mr. Davis!" Ino greeted softly as he walked into the shop.
"Welcome to Banges' Repair... Hmm?" Davis stopped mid-sentence, narrowing his eyes as he carefully examined the person before him. "Polyjuice Potion? Who are you?" His smile vanished, replaced by a calm interrogation.
On the other side, as Davis narrowed his eyes, Ino felt a sudden discomfort. It was like being a prey spotted by a golden eagle, its sharp eyes locking onto him. It was a peculiar sen...
2024-08-29 14:40:05 +0000 UTC
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With no Tom and no Basilisk, the Halloween feast in the second year was exceptionally lively.
Everyone did their best to enjoy themselves, as curfew on the night of the feast was extended until midnight. After all, the next day was Halloween, a traditional holiday where Hogwarts gave students the day off.
Although the curfew was extended until midnight, most young wizards would slowly disperse after 10 PM.
Of course, this didn't mean they obediently returned to their dormitories to sleep.
That's because another fe...
2024-08-29 14:39:11 +0000 UTC
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The history of magic class had ended. Although Professor Binns' answers were somewhat unreasonable, when had magic ever been reasonable? Perhaps only Alchemy had some semblance of reason.
That evening.
The sweet smell of pumpkin filled the entire castle, signifying that Halloween had arrived.
The Great Hall was decorated, as usual for this time, with live bats.
The gigantic pumpkins Hagrid had grown were also put to use, carved into lanterns.
There were even large pumpkins modified into pumpkin houses that ...
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n the endless river of time, it seems as if time itself is a silent painter, quietly illustrating the changes of the world with delicate strokes.
As time passes, those moments that once burned with passion and stirred the heart gradually lose their original brilliance under the erosion of time.
Calm days are the norm in the castle; they flow like a gentle stream, neither hurried nor slow.
The young wizards also enjoyed the little things in their lives during these days.
...
By the e...
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In the dimly lit basement corridor, Ino walked alone towards the Slytherin dormitory, pondering his plans for the weekend.
Buying books was easy enough; he could simply write to the bookstore, and the owl would bring the required amount of Galleons. However, to commission a musical instrument from Dervish & Banges, a face-to-face meeting was necessary.
Moreover, he needed to get the instrument ready and compose the tune before the Quidditch season started in the second half of the year. After all, performing a rousing World...
2024-08-25 16:32:25 +0000 UTC
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Hogwarts Potions Classroom.
Unlike the apprehension he felt the first time he came here, Ino was somewhat relaxed now. Perhaps this was the confidence that magic brought him.
Although he still couldn't overpower Snape, after a year, he felt he had gained the ability to face him more confidently.
It was like a leopard seeing a lion; it couldn't win in a head-on fight, but it had the ability to escape or ambush. After all, a leopard isn't a harmless antelope; it has teeth and claws.
Before the summer holiday, Profes...
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As Wood's words fell, a smaller boy squeezed out from the Slytherin team.
With platinum blonde hair and a pale face bearing a faint smile, Draco had been waiting for this moment to appear under the spotlight.
He first scanned the crowd opposite him, locking onto two targets: Scarhead and his poor follower. As for Hermione, Draco chose to ignore her, having heard rumors about her closeness with Ino.
"I am Slytherin's new Seeker," Draco stated calmly, though he couldn't hide the gleam of pride in his eyes.
At the sa...
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The Slytherin dormitory, with its emerald green decor, looked simple and soothing.
A clock quietly hung on the wall, with its second hand moving slowly, making a subtle and even "tick-tock" sound.
"Ino, although... I mean, although you're right, today is my first time participating in Quidditch practice. Are you coming to watch?"
Draco felt relieved when he learned that Ino wouldn't be competing for his Seeker position.
But when he heard that Ino would just be a cheerleader and not play, his expression became some...
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