Hogwarts' Greenhouse is located behind the castle, a warm and pleasant place.
It is a huge glass-domed building with exterior walls made of exquisite stone, surrounded by delicate and intricate plants.
Constant temperature magic has been applied here, so even if it's still cold and biting outside, it's like spring all year round, suitable for the growth of various magical plants.
The interior of the Greenhouse is cleverly arranged with different plant growing areas to meet the needs of various magical plants.
As Chen Yu stepped into the Greenhouse, he was met with the fragrant scent of various flowers and leaves, and the warmth that dispersed the cold wind.
Chen Yu saw all kinds of magical plants, thriving under the warm sunlight, creating a vibrant spring scene.
Even in a corner of the Greenhouse, there is a small pavilion specifically for teachers and students to rest.
Here, one can quietly sit down, escape the cold outside, admire the beautiful scenery of the garden, and feel the tranquility and warmth of nature, yet few students wander in the Greenhouse during their leisure time.
Only students proficient in botany are allowed by Professor Sprout to wander in the Greenhouse.
Otherwise, it's easy to harm the plants or be harmed by them.
Even the good-tempered Professor Sprout doesn't want to see a Little Wizards accidentally knock over a plant they don't recognize.
Leading to a scene where the seedlings of Tentacula, Biting Cabbage, and Whomping Willow get into a brawl.
If that Little Wizards accidentally knocked over a Mandrake while struggling, causing it to fall out of its pot and 'sing,' that would be a nightmare.
Fortunately, the Little Wizards who have taken Herbology class all know that the Greenhouse is not a safe place, so unless they are in Herbology class, very few Little Wizards wander in the Greenhouse.
Even those older Wizards whose heads are turned by love wouldn't consider the Greenhouse a suitable 'grove' for romance.
So when Chen Yu arrived at the Greenhouse, he only saw Professor Sprout alone, tending to her beloved plants.
"Hello, Professor Sprout!"
Seeing the plump Professor Sprout, Chen Yu first politely greeted her.
At this time, Professor Sprout was moving a Venomous Tentacula.
Venomous Tentacula must be moved to a sunny spot in winter; ample sunlight is beneficial for its flowering.
"Oh? It's Little Wizards Chen Yu. You've come at a good time. Come and help me move these Venomous Tentacula to a sunny spot."
Professor Sprout's eyes lit up when she saw Chen Yu arrive at the Greenhouse.
She was just short of a helping hand; Chen Yu's timing was perfect.
She still had a deep impression of Chen Yu, especially since Little Wizards with Asian faces are very rare at Hogwarts.
Moreover, Chen Yu's performance in her class had always been excellent, unlike Ron and Neville, who always made mistakes accidentally.
"But be careful when moving them; the flowers of the Venomous Tentacula have poisonous fangs. You must be extra careful when tending to this plant."
Chen Yu put on the dragonhide gloves Professor Sprout handed him and began to help move the Venomous Tentacula.
As long as he was careful not to put his hand into the flowerpot and not to brush his face against the petals, there would generally be no problem.
"The powder of the geranium can effectively treat skin and bone injuries, and it also has a calming effect. Madam Pomfrey often uses geranium powder to treat those mischievous Little Wizards."
Perhaps it's a common trait among most teachers; Professor Sprout, while busy moving the Venomous Tentacula, educated Chen Yu about related knowledge.
"Also, pay attention to where you're going. Be very careful not to brush against the Biting Cabbage or the Whomping Willow. These plants are all very dangerous."
After finishing these chores, Chen Yu and Professor Sprout sat in the small pavilion of the Greenhouse to rest.
Professor Sprout handed Chen Yu some candies, saying it was payment for his help.
Seeing Professor Sprout in a good mood, Chen Yu quickly pulled out a few Senzu Beans from his backpack and handed them to Professor Sprout.
Professor Sprout gently pinched a Senzu Bean, observing it carefully, looking very interested: "I can feel the powerful life force contained within this tiny bean. Where did you get these?"
"Professor Sprout, it's like this: I contacted my relatives in the East during the Christmas holiday. These are magical plants they sent me in an envelope, saying they possess powerful healing abilities. Besides not being able to cure diseases, all other external injuries can be healed instantly."
"Is that so? Congratulations on finding your family, Little Wizards Chen Yu." Professor Sprout was very happy. She had heard about Chen Yu's family situation from Professor McGonagall. As an orphan, being able to connect with relatives in the East was itself a joyous thing.
"Professor Sprout, the letter said this plant is called Senzu Bean. It was originally a magical plant cultivated by a Korin, a cat Korin. It said that at first, the Wizards there discovered that eating one Senzu Bean would prevent them from feeling hungry for ten days. Later, they found that Senzu Beans possess extremely strong restorative power. As long as a person isn't dead, they can recover physical strength and energy from extreme fatigue in the shortest time, and can readjust their body to its optimal state. It's just that after Korin disappeared, no one has been able to cultivate Senzu Beans anymore."
"Those relatives tried many methods but couldn't successfully cultivate Senzu Beans. When they learned I was studying at Hogwarts now, they sent a portion of the Senzu Beans over to see if we could use our Wizards' methods to cultivate new Senzu Beans again."
Professor Sprout carefully examined the tiny Senzu Beans and asked Chen Yu: "What are the living habits of these Senzu Beans? Do they prefer cold? Warmth? What's the suitable temperature? How long is their growth cycle?"
Chen Yu shook his head and shrugged: "Sorry, Professor, I don't know anything."
Professor Sprout carefully placed five Senzu Beans on the table and sighed: "Nature is always so magical; we can't possibly understand all magical plants. Chen Yu, I can't guarantee that I can grow the Senzu Beans, but I can try. I will take good care of these little guys, after all, I don't want to see another magical plant go extinct in history."
After listening to Professor Sprout, Chen Yu thought: Professor Sprout, if you successfully cultivate Senzu Beans, this is not as simple as saving an endangered magical plant, but creating a new species for nature.
Professor Sprout was very happy to receive the new magical plant seeds: "Thank you for providing me with the magical plant seeds from that mysterious ancient country. You should know that the Wizards of that country are still very closed off; they rarely communicate with the outside world, and the magical plants that flow out from them are also very few. As a thank you, you can choose a pot of magical plant to take back. Please be sure to cherish and cultivate it well."
Hearing that he also had a reward to claim, Chen Yu's eyes lit up.
"Professor, can I keep this one?"
Chen Yu pointed to the Biting Cabbage in the distance and asked.
The Biting Cabbage has a spherical appearance, with its outermost leaves being yellowish-green and the inside smooth, forming a firm spherical shape, similar to a cabbage, just a bit smaller than a cabbage, and with a slightly ferocious-looking mouth in the middle.
"Biting Cabbage? This is one of the few magical plants that originated from that country. It's a temperamental little fellow that loves to chew things. I don't really recommend keeping it in your dormitory. This little guy loves to bite people's fingers. Are you sure you really want to keep it?"
"Yes, Professor."
"Alright then, but I suggest you prepare a dummy for the little guy to chew on, so it won't be so temperamental."
Professor Sprout waved her wand, and a young Biting Cabbage, along with its pot, flew to Chen Yu.
"For safety, I've chosen a little one that was just cultivated not long ago. When it's young, its biting force isn't as strong, and I'll feel much more at ease with it in the dormitory."
Professor Sprout gently waved her wand again, and the Biting Cabbage landed in Chen Yu's arms.
Looking at the little guy in his arms, which was only slightly larger than a coconut, Chen Yu smiled with satisfaction.
He had wanted to keep a Biting Cabbage for a long time.
Since his goal was achieved, Chen Yu didn't stay in the Greenhouse anymore.
He took off the dragonhide gloves, returned them to Professor Sprout, and carrying the pot of Biting Cabbage, prepared to leave.
As he was about to leave the Greenhouse, Professor Sprout asked Chen Yu a question.
"By the way, Chen Yu, do you know about the Hufflepuff Little Wizards' recent obsession with hot pot? The Little Wizards in the house say they got the recipe from the pixies in the kitchen, and Professor Snape has already issued a warning, prohibiting Hufflepuff Little Wizards from using cauldrons to make hot pot, saying the potions they make always have a special taste. Also, the fungi I've been cultivating keep disappearing mysteriously. What are your thoughts on this?"
Looking at Professor Sprout's kind eyes, Chen Yu shook his head frantically: "Professor Sprout, what are you talking about? I don't seem to understand?"
"Alright, if you don't know, then never mind. Remember to close the door when you leave, don't let the cold wind blow into the Greenhouse."
"Okay, Professor. Goodbye, Professor!"
Chen Yu quickly left the Greenhouse, holding the Biting Cabbage.
