Time flew by amidst a rush of classes and homework. If not for her deeply rooted inner conviction, Shuxin felt she would have completely broken down.
The day before Halloween would be Shuxin's first trip to Hogsmeade. Professor Snape had issued a strict ultimatum: the Patronus Charm had to take form by that day, or there would be consequences Shuxin had no desire to experience.
The first step of every tutoring session was practicing the Patronus Charm until her magical energy was entirely drained, followed by theoretical study.
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