Cris was keeping watch over his cauldron when Professor Culloden launched into his next set of instructions, as well as, an explanation of what the potion would look like once it was brewed and its eventual uses.
WoW! so much useful information! Wanting to make sure that he had everything his Potions Master had said, down on paper, Cris picked up his quill and began writing down in his journal as fast as he could.
With everything written down, Cris placed his quill back down in its inkwell before turning to his Potion Making Kit and extracting a frog leg from its container. Before he dropped it in, he began thinking of someone who inspired him every day. Slowly dropping the frog leg into his cauldron, Cris leaned over it and whispered over the potion, "
The Doctor," smiling as he did so. Yes even though The Doctor was a fictional character, Cris still found him inspirational. The things he did for mankind were truly astounding and so unselfish. He watched as the potion's color turned a dark shade of grey.
Mission Accomplished.
With that done, it was time for him to collect a vial of his potion. He pulled out an empty vial from his kit and along with a wooden spoon, he magically cleaned both with his wand, saying, "
Scourgify." Picking up his wooden spoon, he dipped it into his cauldron and scooped up some potion, slowly pouring it into his vial. Filling it up to the brim, he then placed the stopper over the vial and placed the vial in his pocket.
Then he thought of a question. Raising his hand, Cris asked, "
Professor why are we using a motivational quote or the name of someone who inspires us to invoke the effects of this potion?"
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I mean it would make sense if the potion was used to make someone feel better or do something good. But if for some really bad reason, someone uses it to manipulate another for the wrong reasons, wouldn't it serve to have a depressing quote or mention the name of someone really bad?"
Was that a dumb question to ask? Cris hoped not. He just wanted to know why one and not the other.
While he waited for the Professor to reply, he proceeded to clean up. Arranging all the items he had used for this lesson, Cris began magically cleaning them one by one and when they were all thoroughly cleaned, he next turned to his workstation and did the same. Once everything was cleaned, Cris ended the cleaning spell, and holstered his wand.
Packing everything back into his potions kit, Cris closed it shut. Placing his journal and writing materials into his backpack and slung that over his shoulder. Carrying his Potions kit in one hand, Cris made his way over to Professor Culloden.
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Thank you again for another interesting lesson, Professor," Cris thanked his Potions Master with a smile on his face. "
I hope that the rest of your day will be a more relaxing one, Cris wished him before walking over to join Jasmine who was waiting for him.