ch. 41. secret of alchemy

  Wizards are always good at doing things that go against reality.

  Just like the door opened by Nick Flamel just now.

  According to common sense, it should open directly to the outside of the house, but after some operations by Nicoléme, there was actually a very large space behind the door.

  After arriving here, Niccolòme's identity as an alchemist seemed to be confirmed.

  Eli promised that he had never seen anything here before.

  The air is filled with various scents, and parchments are everywhere. At least it is convenient to record at any time.

  "This is where I usually do research, and it will also be the place where you study in the future."

  Eli promised that there is no other place more suitable for learning alchemy than here.

  Just staying here makes Eli feel as if he has suddenly become a master of alchemy.

  Nick Flamel became different from usual. In his most professional field, he was very serious.

  "Eli, tell me what you think about alchemy."

  This was Nick Flamel's first lesson.

  Eli thought for a moment. In fact, he didn't know much about alchemy at all.

  The only product of alchemy he knew was the Philosopher's Stone.

  He also protected the Philosopher's Stone, although in the end it was only a fleeting glimpse.

  "Alchemy...turning decay into magic, creating precious metals?"

  He wasn't sure at all.

  Nicolème nodded slightly, "Actually, this is also the view of many people, including many alchemists. From a certain perspective, it is true."

  He rummaged around on the table beside him and took out a thin book. book of.

  Eli took a closer look and suddenly felt that time and space were confused.

  What Nick Flamel was holding turned out to be a journal - "Nature",

  a magazine that Muggles are definitely very familiar with. This is a very long-standing and authoritative scientific journal.

  Founded by the British Sir Joseph Norman Lockyer, it contains the most cutting-edge research results in physics, biology and other disciplines.

  "Alchemy is actually very similar to Muggle science. It is an extension of human wisdom and can help us accomplish things that we cannot accomplish individually." "

  However, Muggle science is completely based on the laws of all things themselves, while alchemy involves magic. .For example, turning mercury into gold is absolutely unscientific in Muggle terms. But it is completely possible for alchemy." "Science

  and alchemy have the same goal. Many wizards think that Muggles are ignorant, but for Muggles For example, how can a wizard who doesn't understand science not be ignorant?"

  Eli was shocked by the wisdom of this master. Perhaps in his eyes, everything would come to one point.

  Nicolème did not stop, "What you just said is actually correct. The core of alchemy is to change matter, which is the so-called turning decay into magic." He pointed to the

  robot-like device next to him, "Mechanical items like this It is actually an extension of alchemy. The production of magic items and wands can all be attributed to alchemy, but it is not the most essential. The original purpose of alchemy is to transform substances, which sounds very similar to Muggle chemistry." Obviously

  , This mysterious alchemist has a good understanding of Muggle science.

  Eli has been fascinated by it. In his opinion, this kind of knowledge that turns decay into magic is not inferior to magic spells.

  Nick Flamel took out a thick book, on which the years seemed to be frozen.

  It doesn't look like it's made of paper, but like tight bark, with a casing tightly surrounding a ring of brass.

  Nicolème opened the book. The pages were in groups of seven, and the seventh page of each group had only a picture of a giant snake swallowing a wand.

  "This is the source of my knowledge, this is also the source of alchemy, the "Jewish Book of Abraham"!" A

  deep fascination appeared on Nick Flame's face.

  He looked at Eli, his cloudy eyes full of hope.

  He handed the book to Eli, "I have never accepted a disciple, and I will not be your only teacher, but I hope you can pass on what I have learned throughout my life, and only you can do it." Eli was stunned for a moment

  . Don't dare to reach out and take over such a book that can be regarded as a sacred object. It also symbolizes the inheritance of an alchemy master.

  After a long time, he seemed to finally be ready and took the book steadily. The burden on him became heavier again.

  A relaxed smile appeared on Nicoléme's face, filled with hope and relief.

  "But, what I don't understand is, why did you choose me?"

  Eli couldn't understand. There was no test, it seemed like it was just a chance encounter, so he entrusted the mantle to himself.

  Nick Flamel looked at him deeply, "Some people are born with a unique mission."

  After leaving such mysterious words that left Eli confused, Nick Flamel changed his expression.

  "Learning alchemy is just like learning anything else. You have to start with the most superficial things. The most essential thing about alchemy is transformation, and the most superficial things are creations, such as some handmade products and some machines, which are all creations."

  Yi Rai suddenly thought of something, "Are all magic items superficial alchemy products?"

  Nicoléme shook his head, "No, it's not that simple to distinguish. For example, the legendary Deathly Hallows."

  Eli His expression condensed.

  "The Elder Wand, the Cloak of Invisibility, and the Resurrection Stone are collectively known as the Deathly Hallows. Legend has it that they are all derived from the God of Death. This is not true, or accurate." "They are all alchemical products. Although they look like they are sold in stores

  . Magic props, but these three are not simple. They are endowed with the most powerful and mysterious power." "The

  Elder Wand is indestructible and serves the strong; the invisibility cloak can almost erase people from the world, making them silent. The resurrection stone can resurrect the dead. This is not something ordinary alchemy can do."

  Eli's eyes flashed, this was something he had never heard of.

  He has also read about the legend of the Deathly Hallows, which is a legendary trophy obtained by three brothers because they escaped a death that demanded their lives.

  The eldest of the three brothers wants the most powerful wand, the second wants a tool that can resurrect the dead, and only the third wants a tool that can escape death.

  Nicolème continued, "There is actually another legend. The three brothers longed to inherit the throne of Death, so they created three alchemical items according to Death. The Elder Wand symbolizes the power of Death; the Resurrection Stone symbolizes Death's ability to control life and death; and the invisibility The cloak symbolizes the eternal life of Death. These three items represent the authority of Death!"

  Nicoléme suddenly stared at Eli's eyes, "Whoever possesses these three Deathly Hallows will have the authority of Death, and he will become the God of Death!

  " Leni was stared at by Nicoléme, but fortunately he calmed down his expression.

  "These are very advanced things, but you will always touch them in the future. But now, you should learn the basics."

  Nick Flamel took out a tome and slammed it on the table, as if it hit Eli heart.

  "Here are the alchemical runes I summarized based on the "Jewish Book of Abraham". Your task is to memorize this. After memorizing it, you can start learning to make it." Eli's jaw almost dropped, "This

  thing ...Should I memorize it?"

  He looked at the book that was as big as his head, and his teeth started to feel sore.

  A hint of slyness flashed in Nicoléme's eyes, "Some people are born with a unique mission. Come on, come and complete your mission! Young man, I am very optimistic about you!" After that, he slipped out

  . , and slammed the door.

  Eli was left staring at the tome on the table.

  I felt like this book was mocking me.