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Chapter 284: My Fortress Is Impregnable!

Chapter 284: My Fortress Is Impregnable!

"What do you mean, 'so fast'?" the kimono-clad Elder said, not even bothering to open his eyes. "Although the idea to restart the Amusement Park Project came from the impulsive younger generation, it received our unanimous approval. The young ones have been cooped up for far too long. It's fine to let them blow off some steam."

This hunting game for the Celestial Dragons, held in a non-affiliated country, u...

Chapter 283: On What Grounds? Akainu's Fury!

Chapter 283: On What Grounds? Akainu's Fury!

He's finally accepted me?

"From this day forward, I, and the sword in my hand, are yours," Shiryu said, gripping the offered hand as if afraid it would be withdrawn. He let Shane pull him to his feet.

"You've been in this place for twenty years. I doubt you'll want to be the 'Warden of the Curtain Call' or anything like that after you get out," Shane said conversationally as he turned and w...

Chapter 294: Hippowdon's Intervention

Chapter 294: Hippowdon's Intervention

"You!!!" Diana's eyes were wide, her chest heaving, but she couldn't refute him. Nidoqueen was defeated. She had lost the battle. These were facts, and even her thick skin couldn't deny them.

But she was a Pro-level trainer. How could she possibly lose to Basalt, who was only Advanced-level?

"Holy cow! Basalt actually won? I must be seeing things!"

"That's just illogical! Completely i...

Chapter 293: Excadrill's Power Display

Chapter 293: Excadrill's Power Display

"Wow, this young man is gutsy. Is he actually going to battle Diana?"

"The youth is too impulsive. You have to remember your place. That she-dragon may be arrogant because of her connection to Professor Rowan, but her strength is real. She's a Pro-level trainer, even if she was just recently promoted. I think you guys said that young man is a freshman, right?"

"Gasp~ A freshman? A first-year, who...

Chapter 286: A-Rank Secret Ninja Scroll Reward!

Chapter 286: A-Rank Secret Ninja Scroll Reward!

Jiraiya's thoughts on the "battle wager" were put aside for the moment.

"Shisui, Hyūga-kun, escort Jiraiya-sama and Kakashi-kun back to the camp."

Nara Keisuke called out to his two teammates, not forgetting to instruct the two medical-nin as well.

"Shizune, Nohara-san, please take good care of the two of them along the way. If anything happens, contact me immediately."

Chapter 285: Round Two? The Price Goes Up!

Chapter 285: Round Two? The Price Goes Up!

Although the Shadow Clone failed to land the finishing blow, Jiraiya still crashed hard onto the ground after flying backward for a while, finally succumbing to gravity.

With the unspent force of the Monstrous Strength, Jiraiya's body plowed a deep, undeniable trench into the earth, kicking up clouds of dust and forming a long, grayish-yellow mist.

The mission completion prompt that popped up...

Chapter 273: Iron Warriors: Father, Father, Father

Chapter 273: Iron Warriors: Father, Father, Father

While the massive Dawnlight Fleet, after a brief deliberation, was steadfastly moving on to its next destination, far away, within the Eye of Terror, the Gloriana-class battleship Iron Blood, which had been lonely for nearly ten thousand years, once again welcomed its vassals, its sons.

Perturabo had installed viewports on the Iron Blood, allowing him to better scrutinize his sons' warships. At th...

Chapter 272: To Vigilus

Chapter 272: To Vigilus

Plans, oversights, and consequences.

Romulus constantly pondered these things, summarizing and analyzing. Compared to his usual composure, he was now beginning to feel overwhelmed. His opponent was starting to make their moves, and he knew nothing about them.

Romulus could have waved his hand, ignored the subsequent effects, and continued with his plan. But the more responsible approach was to deeply consider t...

Side Story: The Chronicles of the Naka Shrine's Sweeping Monk's Crossover 6

Side Story: The Chronicles of the Naka Shrine's Sweeping Monk's Crossover 6

After Konoha's Uchiha clan grounds gained a sanitation worker named Shisui Uchiha, Hiruzen Sarutobi fell into anxiety...

The old man simply couldn't imagine, facing such a powerful Uchiha clan, how the 'him' from the other world could sit calmly in the Hokage's seat!

His heart was really big...

Shisui also didn't tell him that ever since Itachi b...

Side Story: The Chronicles of the Naka Shrine's Sweeping Monk's Crossover 5

Side Story: The Chronicles of the Naka Shrine's Sweeping Monk's Crossover 5

Shisui Uchiha put down his ninja sword and spread his palms. "Actually, I also miss the days under Lord Danzo's command…"

"Hmph, hmph, this old man also misses them…"

A smile bloomed on Danzo's face, the wrinkles looking like a chrysanthemum. "After all, in the entire Root, we can no longer find a ninja comparable to you…"

Just as Danzo thou...

Chapter 96: The Pilgrim

Chapter 96: The Pilgrim

[You have successfully brewed a Deflating Draught to the Expert standard. Proficiency +50]

The Deflating Draught was now at Novice level. Despite his exhaustion, Sean's heart pounded with excitement. He was climbing the ladder built by Libatius Borage, taking another definitive step into the realm of willpower-infused magic.

But as he turned, he met the full, unadulterated fury of Professor Snape.

...

Chapter 95: A World of Genius

Chapter 95: A World of Genius

Sean felt he knew Hogwarts Castle better with each passing day. He could probably navigate to the dungeons blindfolded, guided by memory and the subtle drop in temperature. The glass-fronted cabinets filled with ingredients felt like his own personal pantry; he could now recall the precise location of most common potion components.

He had already filled an entire notebook with brewing data, forcing him to transfer Lib...

Chapter 94: Doppelgänger and Transfiguration

Chapter 94: Doppelgänger and Transfiguration

"Sean, where did you get all these books…?" Justin asked, staring as Sean emerged from the changing room laden with a teetering stack of ancient tomes. His hands moved faster than his thoughts, quickly taking several books off the top.

"Um…" Sean paused, recalling the scene inside. Fred had pulled An Easy Introduction to Ancient Runes from an empty locker. George had produced a Rune Dictionary from the broom rac...

Chapter 93: Alchemy

Chapter 93: Alchemy

"Brilliant! Sean!"

Two figures darted past the assembled Gryffindors, reaching Sean before Madam Hooch could even react. Sean still had the Quaffle clutched in his hand; Madam Hooch hadn't even had a chance to present him with the flying permit yet.

"Oh—Sean! Something to drink? Honey-lemon tea? Pumpkin juice? Hot chocolate?" Justin appeared beside him, somehow juggling three steaming mugs. Sean still had no idea...

Chapter 92: Passing the Flight Test

Chapter 92: Passing the Flight Test

Which meant he needed more speed.

Fortunately, the Bludgers used for the test were significantly weakened. Combined with his 'Adept' level flying skill, Sean found he could evade them with relative ease.

"First Quaffle!" Madam Hooch shouted, releasing the red ball. Twelve inches in diameter, made of worn leather, it shot out like a nimble bird.

Sean locked his eyes onto the darting Quaf...

Chapter 91: Charms Learning Plan

Chapter 91: Charms Learning Plan

Sunday.

Hidden Classroom.

Sean heard the distant chime of the Hogwarts clock tower. He automatically closed his notebook and picked up his Nimbus 2000. It was time. The Flight Test. Although his flying skill had reached 'Adept' – joining his 'Expert' Levitation Charm and 'Adept' Transfiguration as his highest proficiencies – a knot of nervousness tightened in his stomach. He only had one chance. 2025-10-31 02:22:02 +0000 UTC View Post

Chapter 90: Unlimited Food

Chapter 90: Unlimited Food

Ila nervously recounted the tale, and Sean gained a new appreciation for Sir Cadogan. Apparently, the knight, driven by eternal boredom, occasionally squeezed himself into the tiny portrait frame that hung in the kitchens. His reasoning, according to Ila: "Can't eat it, can't even look at it? By Arthur's ghost! Might as well burn me at the stake!"

Over time, he had befriended most of the house-elves. Long ago, some stude...

Chapter 89: The Kitchens

Chapter 89: The Kitchens

A cool breeze drifted through the open window of the hidden classroom. Sean sipped the pumpkin juice Justin had somehow procured. Outside, a few thin clouds, like strokes of white paint, drifted across the blue sky, and the sunlight felt warm on his skin.

He reviewed McGonagall's notes on the ancient concept of the Doppelgänger. Understanding these ideas was apparently helpful for mastering self-transfiguration into anima...

Chapter 88: Secrets

Chapter 88: Secrets

It seemed the Gryffindors weren't the only ones practicing early. Sean spotted a group of Hufflepuffs laughing and chatting as they entered the Quidditch pitch far below. He noticed they carried broomsticks and books. One particularly cheerful-looking boy held a copy of The Beaters' Bible – infamous for Rule #1: Take out the Seeker. Another, leaning casually on his broom, was pointing to something in He Flew Like a Madman, explaining the ...

Chapter 87: The Flight Test

Chapter 87: The Flight Test

Neville clearly hadn't expected anyone to wait quietly beside him for over ten minutes. When he cautiously looked up, Sean's calm, patient expression met his tear-filled eyes. A fresh wave of emotion threatened to overwhelm him.

Sean gently sat down beside him on the wide stair landing, transfiguring the book he was holding into a soft blue cushion. Learning Transfiguration and Charms had once again become his top prior...

Chapter 86: Rest and Neville

Chapter 86: Rest and Neville

Great Hall.

The salamander suddenly shot into the air, spinning wildly, showering sparks and letting off loud bangs. Percy Weasley, his voice hoarse, was furiously berating Fred and George. Orange stars erupted from the salamander's mouth in a spectacular, if unintended, display before it dove back into the hearth fire with a final series of explosions. The chaotic scene only added to Sean's already cheerful and relaxe...

Chapter 85: Harvest

Chapter 85: Harvest

Twelve hundred Galleons?! He was sure that wasn't the amount mentioned before.

"Ah, take it, child—" As if anticipating Sean's confusion, a small note fluttered out from the velvet pouch. Sean looked up to see Dumbledore twinkling at him.

Hogwarts truly is wealthy beyond measure. Sean silently secured the pouch in his bag. It too was a valuable item, crafted from Occamy hide using complex enchantments, making it ...

Chapter 84: Quirrell

Chapter 84: Quirrell

Being surrounded by portraits was a curious experience, especially when realizing they held little actual authority. The atmosphere in the Headmaster's office grew solemn. Dumbledore, his long white beard gleaming, finally waved his hand. One of the floating letters spun through the air and hovered before Sean.

The crackling fire mingled with the soft bubbling of the kettle as Dumbledore spoke, his voice kind. "Ah, a crucial e...

Chapter 83: Knightly Courage

Chapter 83: Knightly Courage

Minerva McGonagall didn't answer directly. Her gaze travelled past the gleaming silver instruments, past Fawkes dozing quietly on his perch, past the rows of portraits of previous Headmasters and Headmistresses, finally settling on the ancient stone wall beyond her desk. There, a small wizard was hesitantly approaching the entrance.

The Headmaster's office was on the eighth floor. The climb alone had left Sean breathle...

Chapter 82: Dark Arts Talent

Chapter 82: Dark Arts Talent

"Then why," Professor Flitwick continued, his bright eyes fixed on Sean, "must we approach the study of the Dark Arts with such caution?" He waited, anticipating a response beyond the usual platitudes about destructive power or lack of control.

"The Dark Arts are generally understood to have a corrosive effect on the practitioner's soul," Sean answered thoughtfully. "That's partly why they are termed 'dark.'" He recall...

Chapter 81: The Headmaster Succession

Chapter 81: The Headmaster Succession

Since his illness, Sean had been running on fumes. While potions cured the fever, they couldn't mend his deep-seated exhaustion. He found himself nodding off more easily, and sudden movements sometimes brought on dizzy spells.

Despite this, his progress in Transfiguration was undeniable:

[Transfiguration: Adept (5900/9000)]

Adept-level proficiency allowed him to fluidly transform inan...

Chapter 80: I Have Friends

Chapter 80: I Have Friends

"No letters arrived… no one to contact… doesn't even know his own birthday…"

Justin murmured quietly to Hermione amidst the breakfast clamor. The first rays of sunlight streamed through the tall, stained-glass windows, casting dappled patterns across the long house tables. The air smelled sweetly of toast, bacon, and pumpkin juice, but the aromas were nearly drowned out by the noise. Near Sean, several second-years...

Chapter 79: The Smokescreen Spell

Chapter 79: The Smokescreen Spell

Outside the corridor, the torrential rain continued its relentless assault, drumming against the ancient stone for days on end.

Minerva McGonagall sensed the palpable hostility radiating from Severus Snape but couldn't fathom its source. Her stern expression flickered with confusion before her sharp eyes caught sight of the potion phial half-hidden within his robes – Pepperup Potion, the standard remedy for cold...

Chapter 78: Non-verbal Spells

Chapter 78: Non-verbal Spells

Non-verbal spellcasting was typically introduced in the sixth year at Hogwarts. Defence Against the Dark Arts, Charms, and Transfiguration all eventually required students to master it. Logically, most adult witches and wizards in Britain should have been proficient. However, as sixth and seventh-year courses were electives, it was possible some wizards never chose these subjects, leading to a wide variation in skill levels.

Chapter 77: Love

Chapter 77: Love

The sky outside had turned to ink.

In a spacious, circular office filled with peculiar silver instruments, a blackened kettle puffed steam beside a crackling fire. The walls were lined with portraits of previous Hogwarts Headmasters and Headmistresses, most dozing peacefully in their frames. Tonight, however, one portrait – a woman with long, silver ringlets – stirred and spoke.

"Albus, you are being overly cautio...