The journey home was considerably quieter than the trip to Diagon Alley.
Emily sat beside the window, occasionally glancing at the various boxes and packages they had purchased.
Every now and then, a smile would appear on her face.
The reality of becoming a Hogwarts student was finally beginning to sink in.
For years, she had struggled simply to survive.
Now she possessed magical textbooks, a wand, and an acceptance letter from one of the most prestigious magical schools in the world.
It still felt unreal.
Mohit noticed her expression but said nothing.
He understood exactly how she felt.
For Emily, Hogwarts represented a new beginning.
For him, it represented opportunity.
Knowledge.
Growth.
Secrets.
The castle contained all of those things and more.
And he intended to uncover every one of them.
Once they arrived home, both immediately organized their newly acquired supplies.
Books were placed neatly on shelves.
Potion equipment was stored carefully.
Robes were hung properly.
Wands remained close at hand.
By the time everything was finished, evening had arrived.
Emily collapsed onto a sofa.
"I'm exhausted."
Mohit chuckled.
"We spent an entire day walking."
"It was worth it."
"It was."
Despite his calm expression, Mohit was equally satisfied.
The trip had provided valuable information.
Not only about magic, but about wizarding society as a whole.
He had learned far more than most first-year students ever would.
Later that night, Mohit sat alone in his study.
Several textbooks were spread across the desk before him.
Instead of reading casually, he analyzed each page with intense concentration.
Magical theory fascinated him.
Unlike many fantasy worlds, Harry Potter magic possessed surprising flexibility.
Most wizards only learned established spells.
Very few attempted to understand the underlying principles behind them.
Mohit intended to be different.
Knowledge formed the foundation of true power.
And knowledge could often accomplish what brute force could not.
Hours passed as he studied.
Spell structure.
Magical intent.
Wand movements.
Incantation theory.
The more he learned, the more possibilities he saw.
A familiar notification suddenly appeared.
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[Ding!]
Skill Created:
Basic Magical Theory
Level: 1
Effect: Increases understanding of magical principles and spell construction.
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Mohit's lips curved upward.
The Gamer System had once again transformed knowledge into measurable progress.
Exactly as expected.
The following morning, training resumed.
This time, however, a wand was included.
Standing in an open field inside his personal space, Mohit carefully practiced beginner spells.
Most students would require weeks or months to develop basic proficiency.
For Mohit, the process was significantly easier.
His enhanced mind processed information at extraordinary speed.
Each attempt refined his technique.
Each success deepened his understanding.
Soon, even simple spells began showing noticeable improvements.
His control became smoother.
His accuracy improved.
His magical efficiency increased.
By the end of the week, he had already surpassed the level expected of an average first-year student.
Emily's progress was equally impressive.
Under Mohit's guidance, she learned fundamental magical concepts rapidly.
Unlike many children, she approached magic with unusual seriousness.
Perhaps because she understood how valuable this opportunity truly was.
Every lesson received her full attention.
Every mistake became a learning experience.
Every success increased her confidence.
One afternoon, after successfully casting a practice spell several times in a row, Emily pumped her fist triumphantly.
"I did it!"
Mohit nodded approvingly.
"Good."
Emily grinned.
"You could at least sound impressed."
"I am impressed."
"You don't look impressed."
Mohit shrugged.
Emily rolled her eyes.
Sometimes she wondered if anything could surprise him.
Weeks passed quickly.
Their daily routine became increasingly efficient.
Morning studies.
Physical conditioning.
Magical practice.
Combat training.
Dungeon exploration.
Resource management.
Every day brought measurable improvement.
Emily continued leveling through the Gamer System.
Her confidence grew alongside her strength.
Meanwhile, Mohit's personal spaces expanded steadily.
The Farm Space developed into a thriving ecosystem.
New crops flourished.
Additional habitats appeared.
Resources accumulated at remarkable speed.
The management fairy and artificial intelligence handled routine operations flawlessly.
As a result, Mohit could devote more time to training and research.
During one particular training session, Emily paused unexpectedly.
"Mohit?"
"Hm?"
"What do you think Hogwarts will be like?"
The question lingered in the air.
Mohit considered it carefully.
"A place filled with opportunities."
Emily laughed.
"That's your answer?"
"It's an honest one."
She sat beside him on the grass.
"I mean the students."
"The professors."
"The castle."
"The experience."
For a moment, Mohit looked toward the artificial horizon.
Then he answered.
"I think it'll be interesting."
Emily smiled.
"That's a very Mohit answer."
He wasn't entirely sure what that meant.
But judging from her expression, she found it amusing.
As August drew to a close, excitement gradually replaced anticipation.
Their preparations were complete.
School supplies had been organized.
Travel plans were ready.
Training goals had been achieved.
Everything necessary for Hogwarts had been finished.
Only one thing remained.
September 1st.
The beginning of the school year.
The night before departure, Mohit stood beside a window and looked toward the stars.
Tomorrow would mark the start of a new chapter in his life.
A new world of knowledge.
A new environment.
New allies.
New rivals.
And countless mysteries waiting to be uncovered.
Behind him, Emily entered the room.
"Nervous?"
Mohit shook his head.
"No."
Emily smiled.
"Me neither."
That wasn't entirely true.
But she appreciated the confidence.
For several moments, both stood in comfortable silence.
Then Emily spoke again.
"Tomorrow."
Mohit nodded.
"Tomorrow."
The Hogwarts Express awaited.
And with it, the beginning of their true adventure.