Hogwarts: Starting as a Card Maker from a Failed Art Student

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Chapter 418 Beep~ Side Card: Blood Curse Orc Potion! The Mysterious Affairs Department's "Newcomer"

One Blood Curse Orc?

Upon hearing this word, Ethan raised an eyebrow.

A name subconsciously popped into my mind:

One of Voldemort's Horcruxes, Viper Nagini.

Slughorn stammered, "You know about Blood Curse Orcs, right? It's a very rare condition. Due to the influence of a blood curse inherited within them, they gradually lose their human form and eventually become mindless beasts."

"Look, you've even developed a potion to cure werewolves... I was deeply impressed by that."

"After I retired, and spent these past few years hiding from Voldemort, everyone's probably forgotten my name!"

"That won't do!"

The old professor gripped his teacup tightly, his gaze intense.

"If I want to regain my social standing, even if it's just out of pride as a former potions professor, I'll have to make a name for myself again."

"So, for the past two years, I've set my sights on another curse with no cure," Ethan continued.

He nodded slowly, seemingly lost in thought, and said, "That's possible. I never imagined that was the case..."

"After all, when faced with a Horcrux, the first reaction is 'kill, kill, kill'."

Moreover, Nagini had been a snake for many years, and Ethan never thought he could possibly cure "it".

Of course, this doesn't mean it's definitely feasible.

But it's worth a try.

"A very interesting idea." Ethan grinned. "I'll do my best to assist you."

"That's great!" Slughorn breathed a sigh of relief, stood up excitedly, and praised, "The magical world needs innovative talents like you—uh."

Thinking of Ethan's previous "innovative moves" that were unprecedented and unparalleled.

Slughorn fell silent again.

...It seems a bit too innovative.

"Well, in short, I'm lacking everything right now. The correct crafting method, experimental samples, rare potion ingredients—"

Oh, of course I don't mean you have to do everything yourself, Mr. Vincent.

"I just hope you'll keep an eye out for me during your usual adventures. Once the new term at Hogwarts starts, we can officially begin our research."

"No problem," Ethan readily agreed.

Brewing Blood Curse Orc Potion is an even more difficult undertaking than Werewolf Potion.

The werewolf curse is at least acquired later in life.

The Blood Demon Curse, however, is rooted in the genetic code.

It becomes part of the body, and it's not as simple as just peeling it off.

We need to start from scratch.

Slughorn: "Sigh, speaking of potions, I can't help but think of my best student, Lily... What a pity."

""

A flicker of sadness crossed his eyes, but he quickly steered the conversation back on track: "You helped me, so I'll help you. It's about reciprocity; that's how social interactions work, Mr. Vincent."

"Hmm, let me think... Philip works for the Department of Mysteries. And McClargan, oh, that clever kid, he's doing really well now, hahaha!"

The old professor grinned and casually began to show off his connections.

"I'll get you into the Ministry of Magic as soon as possible, Mr. Vincent. But... to be honest, I don't think it's a good idea."

"The Ministry of Magic's vetting process is extremely strict. Even if you manage to sneak in, once you're discovered... it's all over."

Ethan shrugged: "Then we won't be discovered."

Slughorn raised an eyebrow and muttered, "...Hmm, having confidence is a good thing."

However, some things cannot be accomplished simply by having "confidence".

The three talked for a while longer, until the night was as dark as ink, before coming to an end.

"You are truly the most talented student I have ever seen, Mr. Vincent, really. I'm afraid even Riddle in his youth couldn't compare to you."

Slughorn looked at Ethan with admiration for his talent.

"I'm starting to suspect that you come from a long-established pure-blooded family."

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Ethan: "Pureblood? Flesh and blood are weak, while other species ascend!"

Slughorn:

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""

This child is indeed intelligent, but his brain circuitry is slightly different from that of ordinary people.

Sure enough, Merlin opens a window for you, but then he's about to tear your roof off.

Shortly after I took my leave.

Professor Slughorn, who was extremely efficient, brought Ethan good news.

Early August.

Ministry of Magic, Department of Mysteries Office.

This is a very cramped office, only able to accommodate five people standing at a time.

At this moment, the air was filled with drifting white mist, emitting a smell of tobacco and plants.

Senior researcher and head of the Veiled Gate, Kroc, was smoking a pipe, holding a resume, and puffing out clouds of smoke.

Suddenly, "Bang!"

He slammed the resume on the table, glared at the person standing in front of him, and said, "Are you a newcomer here for the job? No prior research experience?"

The faces of the visitors were obscured by thick smoke and could not be seen clearly.

All that could be heard was his clear voice: "Yes. But I will study hard and try my best not to hold everyone back."

'

We don't need any new employees here!

The director suddenly roared, his cigarette holder fell to the ground with a thud, and he scratched his dwindling hair in frustration.

"I've said it so many times, I need experienced veterans, not newbies!"

"Damn it! We were already short-staffed, and now not only can we not help at all, we also have to divert our energy to take care of him! Damn paratroopers! Damn policies!!"

The Department of Mysteries has been very busy lately.

Ever since the Minister of Magic, who always seems to think he'll get what he deserves, learned that Ethan was interested in that curtained door.

He then urged them to find the secret inside as soon as possible.

"God knows why that crazy brat is paying attention to that door! I haven't slept for ten days! Ten days!!"

I'm only keeping going thanks to the invigorating potion!

"I better not catch that wretched brat... otherwise, hmph! I'll petrify them all first, then hop around like a flea! I'll make him itch until he's rolling on the ground!"

The director said smugly, picking up his magic wand and gesturing with it.

It took him a while to realize that there was someone waiting to be exiled standing in front of him.

He turned his head, waved casually, and said, "You...you can go work with Sasha. I'm not expecting you to do any research, just do some chores like wiping the floor and cleaning, and be observant!"

"Yes, Director."

The visitor spoke obediently.

The thick smoke drifted out, revealing a pair of eyes that shimmered with a brilliant blue light.

After the newcomers leave.

Director Crocker rubbed his temples and let out a long sigh.

He picked up the thick stack of research data on the table and continued reading with a headache.

"If we want to truly study the veiled gate, we must enter it... Based on the feedback from the exploded probe tentacles, it still lacks intense heat sufficient to withstand the deathly chill..."

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"And the parameters of the protective suits... the means to deal with unknown attacks... Ugh! Damn it! I really want to throw the minister in there!"

Krock slammed his hand on the table, suddenly realizing he'd forgotten the newcomer's name.

...However, it's not anything important.

"He's just a paratrooper who got in through connections. As long as he doesn't cause trouble, he's not going to produce any groundbreaking results."

"Ha, unless that newcomer is Ethan Vincent in disguise... just kidding."