Hogwarts: Bourne Returns from Warhammer

The Hydra is a typical magical cruise ship, and the "Invisible Stretch Spell" is naturally attached to the cabin. The house elf Momo had apparated here long ago and helped Bourne and Horace pack all their luggage.

"Let's go, grandpa will teach you how to sail." Putting on a set of clothes commonly worn by sailors in the 19th century, Horace waved his hand and took Bourne back to the deck.

The Hydra's mooring point is in the Thames River. If she wants to sail into the sea, she must first sail to the estuary.

Fortunately, the Hydra has the magic to reduce its own presence. Otherwise, with its outstanding appearance like an all-wooden ketch, people would inevitably stop and stare.

"Conquering the sea is every man's dream!" Walking up to the deck and to the high platform at the stern of the ship, Horace first explained to Bourne the basic knowledge of steering wheels, sail ropes, etc., and then asked him to try it himself.

Not to mention, Bourne is not only very bright in mind, but also has excellent practical skills. It didn't take long for him to master the basic methods of driving a sailboat.

Horace even couldn't help but sigh: "When I was a kid, if I wanted to learn to sail a sailboat or something, I could get some wizard criminals from Azkaban who had been sailors as long as I paid a training fee.

Using 'Legilimency' and the Pensieve, you can quickly learn their sailing skills.

This approach won't work now. It’s a credit to you, Bourne, that you learn things quickly, otherwise our Slughorn family’s Hydra would have to stay in the lagoon and not be able to get out from now on. "

After hearing this, Bourne drew inferences and was a little curious whether Grandpa Horace learned to drive in this way.

However, since Horace didn't say anything, he was too embarrassed to ask.

Well, the speed of the car is 20 mph, and it is very fast.

Because the wind on the Thames was not very strong, Horace had no choice but to use two weather spells to summon strong winds to push the sails. This allowed the Hydra to sail out of this natural harbor within half an hour.

This also allowed Bourne to learn a new spell.

Once in an area deep enough, Horace showed Bourne another function of the Hydra.

"When the strong wind whistles in your ears, just think of it as a breeze blowing on your face."

When Horace read this sentence from Shakespeare's "The Tempest", the bow of the Hydra suddenly sank.

Bourne almost lost his footing, but fortunately he caught a cable in time, and he was not thrown away by the Hydra.

When Horace saw this scene, he shook his head and shrugged, showing an expression that said "the plot failed to succeed".

He stood firmly on the deck.

Needless to say, this funny old man cast a spell on his feet.

"Your great-grandfather did the same thing when he took me and your grandfather out to sea for the first time. Although it was scary at the time, thinking about it afterwards, I think this may become one of the traditions of the Slughorn family. one."

The Hydra gradually sank below the sea surface, but the water did not reach the heads of the grandfather and grandson on the deck. They were blocked by a transparent film.

"This is a compound magic formulated with the Bubble Curse, the Copying Curse, and the Basilisk Lizard Potion. Although it looks like bubbles, it is actually very strong. And it doesn't matter even if it breaks, Hydra There is also a backup waterproofing charm available.”

Horace winked at Bourne. "Okay, young man, let's go into the cabin. Momo has probably prepared dinner for you. We just drove and sailed, so I have to eat something to fill my stomach."

"Then who will be at the helm?" Bourne pointed to the empty deck except for himself and Horace. When sailing underwater, sails and rigging are actually just decorations.

"Hydra is already a mature magic ship. She has long learned how to sail on her own."

"..."

Originally, Bourne wanted to talk to Horace about the possible harm caused by the use of AI, but when he thought that it was magic rather than technology that allowed the Hydra to sail automatically, he lost interest in continuing the argument - he had to use it. If science and technology forcefully explain magic, it may be a serious problem.

After a simple dinner, and under the care of the house elf Momo, Bourne took a hot bath and went to bed.

Because ocean voyages are not suitable for some pets, Momo has sent the three pets he brought from Hogwarts - Little Khan, Ruth and Ryan - back to Slughorn's family in Scotland. Old house.

The next day, after Bourne finished his breakfast, he rarely got up early and ran to the deck to check. After that, Horace excitedly called him to go fishing.

"Little Bourne, hurry up and follow me to the deck. There is something fun to do. Today I will teach you how to fish in the sea."

A true angler is always prepared.

Whether they were forced to sit on a coffin slab or next to an ice cave that could collapse at any time, they would not let themselves go home empty-handed.

Not to mention, he was in a fishing ground that could be called "rich" and riding a magic ship.

Horace first used a poem by Byron to resurface the Hydra, and took a big breath of the slightly salty sea breeze. The old man then used the passion he had developed from decades of teaching potions. He said to Bourne in a tone of voice: "If you want to catch big fish, you must first learn to make a nest."

He snapped his fingers.

Immediately, the house elf appeared on the deck carrying a rattan suitcase in one hand and a large wooden basin in the other.

"Thank you, Momo." Horace thanked him with a smile.

With the master's approval, the house elf happily disappeared again. Horace opened the suitcase with his own hands and took out pieces of fishing gear:

a spotted bamboo three-section fishing rod with filigree silver thread;

dyed unicorn mane fishing line;

a jewel-encrusted brass reel;

Various "Kirby Ben" brand fishing hooks;

A float made from a whole phoenix feather...

Looking at these gorgeous fishing gear with a sense of history, it would be impossible to say that Bourne was not interested at all. He asked curiously: "Are these things for me? The value of these things has almost caught up with Have you got Mr. Nick Flamel’s alchemical fishing tackle?”

"Oh, of course. These things will be yours from now on."

Horace winked at Bourne.

"However, beginners can only use simple fishing tackle for the time being. The water here is too deep and you may not be able to control it. In this regard, our Slughorn family also has a corresponding inheritance."

In order to prove that what he said was true, after he finished speaking, he solemnly took out a "rolling pin" from the rattan box with both hands. It also had a line of small cursive characters "Special Fishing Tackle for Beginners" engraved on it.

Seeing Bourne holding beginner's fishing gear and turning into "Subway Old Man Cell Phone Face.JPG", Horace took out his magic wand and waved it, and the rolling pin transformed into an unpretentious wooden fishing rod.

"Very good, very energetic."

After casually encouraging his grandnephew, Horace immediately changed the subject: "I just talked about making nests. This is the key to catching big fish. I will definitely not tell ordinary people the secret of making nests of the Slughorn family." "

He pointed to the large, empty tub at his feet.