Herbology Pt. 2

The Herbology Class began almost identical to their Charms Class, with Prof. Sprout having the class draw their Wands.

Ron did so swiftly and without ever looking at his wand, giving him time to glance around the classroom. The Gryffindor's only had a few students capable of drawing their Wands with little to no trouble, in that group Harry and Neville next to him weren't included.

"* To think they both played major parts in Voldemorts downfall... Plot Armour is something else.*"

Having seen three or the four houses Ron was positive that their was a significant gap between Slytherin and the other three houses, in terms of handling their Wands.

When Neville drew his wand, Ron noticed that he seemed out of place, Neville looked uncomfortable wielding the Wand.

"* If I remember Correctly that's not his actual Wand, it's his Mother's... No, his father's Wand, which is one of the reasons he took so long to flourish. I can help him aquire a new Wand but his obvious problems with anxiety and self esteem might be trickier to fix.*"

" Okay, now the Charm I'm going to show you is very common and easy to use, it's Incendio. With this spell you'll be able to conjure flames, it's used for a variety of uses but today you'll be casting it on the plants on your desks."

On every pairs table, there were two plants, they were small spiky bushes with yellow spikes.

"* Spiked Bushes.*"

"Be careful to Not! Point your Wand at anyone or anything other than the plant! Also when you're casting the spell do so from a distance!"

Ron didn't cast his spell, he Instead gazed at Neville next to him. He was trying to calm himself while holding his Wand forward, aiming at the spiked bush.

" Neville."

" Huh!? What!?"

Ron noticed Neville's form was atrocious and with his arms trembling he might lose control and either hurt himself or someone else.

" Why are you nervous? It's a simple spell, if your worried about something going wrong don't use any magic when casting the spell."

" Huh, but then wouldn't that just be waving my Wand aroun- you mean to practice the wand movement first!"

" Yes, practice your form first, I'm sure the Professor won't mind. Then slowly cast it repeatedly while steadily increasing the power of the spell."

Following Ron's advice Neville stepped back and first practiced his chanting and his form. Professor Sprout went over to their table to ask why they hadn't casted their spells, but after Ron very kindly explained she thanked him for helping and awarded Ravenclaw 5 Points.

" If Neville is having trouble with his, let me see yours Mr. Prewett Black We-"

" Please, Professor call me Ronald. I'd be too embarrassed to have you address me by my complete name.."

While the Gryffindor's didn't put to much attention to Ron's words, the Ravenclaw's almost choked on their own tongues hearing them.

" Well if you say so, then Ronald let's see your spell. Try to burn off the bushes Spikes..."

Pointing his wand at the bush, Ron made a simply wave.

" Incendio."

All of the bushes Spikes were set ablaze before with another wave of Ron's Wand the fire stopped. The pudgy Professor inspected his work and after a quick look looked at him with astonishment.

" Impeccable work, Ronald! Perfect, I've never seen such work from a first year! You completely burned off all of the bushes spikes in one go!"

" Thank you for the praise Professor. To be honest I worked in a apothecary so I've handled this plant before."

" Nonetheless It's still amazing work! If you wouldn't mind could you help some of the other students who are having trouble? I'm sure you'll be able to understand their problems better than myself."

" Of course Professor."

As Ron was being praised a lightning scarred boy, was staring in his direction with mixed emotions.

"* He's really a genius... So does that mean what he told me about the Headmaster is true? What should I _*"

" Need help, Harry?"

" Eh!"

Ron had noticed Harry contemplating something and went over to shower the seeds he'd planted. Harry who was deep in thought failed to notice the Crimson Haired boy, and when he did he was standing next to him with his signature grin.

" Um, I'm.. okay."

" Really because your bush is literally burning right now, Recipio."

Putting out the fire, Ron turned to Harry who had an embarrassed look in his face.

" It's fine most of the important parts still remain, but be careful Magic isn't as easy as it seems."

Saying that Ron went to help another student, while Harry once again though about what his words meant.

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As many of the students were getting ready to leave they heard a voice come from behind them.

" Incendio."

It had come from Neville who after much practice and getting some tips from Professor Sprout successfully casted the Charm.

" Good job Neville! Although you're the last one to complete the assignment your work was great, you managed to get rid of all of the spikes."

Hearing the teachers praise, the chubby boy couldn't help but smile and feel a bit better about himself.

" Thank you Professor, and thank you Ronald!"

Ron who was talking with both Daphne and Hermione, turned around and clapped for the boy.

" You did it, Neville!"

" Thanks..."

"* I did help him with the incantation and his form but he knew exactly where to burn the spikes from the bush. His understanding of the plant is quite remarkable, it's not as good as mine but it's above average. I might have a use for him later on...*"

As they were leaving the classroom, Ron whispered something into Daphne before walking in the opposite direction of her and Hermione. Seeing their friend running away, Hermione stopped walking, and asked Daphne where he was going.

" Where's Ron going? We have History of Magic next!"

" Mion, don't waste your time worrying about him. I've known Ron for some time now, and he always does the best thing for himself. Besides I doubt any of our classes teach anything he hasn't already learned before."

" But, what about his attendance!? Won't the Professor take away Points from Ravenclaw because of his absence?"

" I'll cover his absence, as for the House Points, he's gotten most of them hasn't he?"

" I guess you're right..."

"C'mon let's go, unlike Ron we're not Geniuses."

" Okay, I just hope he knows what he's doing..."

As Ron headed to the seventh floor the two girls caught up to the other Ravenclaw's to class 52 in the second floor.