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Of course, she is also the best helper.
So Levin decided to speak his mind: "Ms. Helena, please don't hide it from me anymore, I already know the secret of this statue."
Levin's words startled the female ghost: "How do you know... No, you're overthinking it. It's just an ordinary statue; there's no secret about it."
Seeing that the other party wouldn't shed a tear unless he touched the coffin, Levin sighed, drew his spell, and gently pointed it at the statue.
"【Identification Techniques】".
Unfortunately, the level of magic hidden within the statue was too high, and Levin's skill was insufficient, so the [Appraisal] spell was unsuccessful this time.
However, even a failed "Appraisal Technique" still achieved its most basic effect.
A faint blue magical glow emanated from the statue, proving that it was indeed a magical item.
“This is the detected magical reaction,” Levin said, looking at her calmly.
Seeing that Levin had produced the evidence, Helena sighed and had no choice but to admit it:
“Well, you’re right. The fact that I can stay inside this statue is thanks to magic.”
“But I’m not lying either. I was able to enter this statue because I am her daughter…”
"Oh? Where does this come from?" Levin's curiosity was piqued.
"Actually, this statue wasn't always like this."
Helena recounted the story in a sorrowful tone, "For a thousand years since my mother's death, this statue has stood here as a way for me to remember her."
“But starting ten years ago, I seemed to faintly hear the statues switching places with me. I tried asking the little wizard, and even other ghosts, but I was the only one who could hear this call, and only I could respond to the call and enter the statues…”
"and many more!"
Levin abruptly interrupted her statement.
"You just said that it's only been like this for the past ten years?"
It's been ten years since then.
Levin sensed something was wrong.
It is said that the appearance of the water ghost also occurred ten years ago. Is there any connection between the two?
What exactly happened ten years ago?
Levin kept this question to himself and asked Helena again, "What did you feel like inside the statue?"
“I…felt a deep longing.” Helena gently closed her eyes, as if savoring the memory. “The longing was so intense, it was heart-wrenching, like a mother missing her child. I think this feeling came from my mother.”
No wonder she spends all day inside.
Levin suddenly realized,
Even female ghosts need love and warmth.
"Then do you know where this power comes from?" Levin pressed.
“I don’t know.” Helena shook her head, her eyes blank. “It’s like it appeared overnight. I’m just a ghost, and with my abilities… I have no clue.”
"But I want to figure all this out; perhaps there's something my mother left me hidden here."
Hearing this, Levin made a decision.
He looked at Helena and gave her the gentlest smile.
At the same time, maximize the [Charming Humans] aura.
“You look like you need help…” His tone was gentle and considerate. “And I am a Ravenclaw, and I am proud of my house.”
“If any of the descendants of the founders of the academy need any help, I would be happy to offer assistance.”
"Perhaps you are right, you are indeed an excellent Ravenclaw, a student chosen by my mother's standards—but there was once a boy who was very much like you, just as excellent, just as charming, and he also tried to persuade me, but in the end, he lied to me."
At this point, Helena's expression turned angry, and the look on her transparent face became somewhat distorted.
Levin knew perfectly well that he was referring to Voldemort from his school days.
By deceiving Helena, Voldemort found Ravenclaw's crown and turned it into a Horcrux.
However, Levin had to pretend he didn't know: "So, may I ask, what's his name? Which college is he a student at?"
His words contained a hidden meaning, hinting at the differences between Helena and the other person.
Seemingly awakened by Levin's words, Helena's expression softened.
The female ghost glanced at the boy's charming face and decided to continue: "I can't say his name, no one dares to, but I can tell you that his trophy is in the prize room."
Levin understood her fear and caution.
After all, that was Voldemort; no one in the entire wizarding world dared to utter his name.
He had cast a spell on his own name, so that he would know whoever said it aloud.
Even though he has been gone for so long, his lingering influence still deeply affects the magical world today—even if he is just a ghost.
However, since Helena was willing to speak, it meant that she still trusted him.
Levin then continued to imply, "But I'm being completely honest with you. I haven't lied to you, have I?"
This is also Tom Riddle's flaw; he always prefers to use intrigue, violence, and deception to achieve his goals.
Levin, on the other hand, prefers to rely on overt strategies, manipulating people's hearts through concealment rather than lies.
“You’re right, but… no… you’re not like him.”
Helena's expression shifted several times before finally softening, and her gaze towards Levin no longer held resistance. "Okay, you're right, I'm willing... to believe you."
Levin could sense the other person's hope, as well as their pitiful unease and pleading, like that of a small animal.
She hoped Levin could really help her, and prayed that she wouldn't be betrayed by her new friend again.
Levin nodded, responding to her unease: "Don't worry, Helena, I won't end up like that person."
“You are the student your mother chose, and I believe in you.”
Helena nodded.
"Then, let me tell you my guess:"
"I think that something very important is needed to unlock the secrets of the statue."
“That was my mother’s treasure. Generation after generation of students have compelled me to reveal its whereabouts. No one can resist its allure…”
She spoke in an aria-like tone.
“It was my mother’s crown, containing all her knowledge and wisdom, but that man stole it from me.”
"I see. Now that you say so, I'll delve into the secret. I still need to find Ravenclaw's crown."
He knew all too well where Ravenclaw's crown was; he had entered it on his second day at Hogwarts—the storage room in the Room of Requirement.
He can get it whenever he wants.
But at this point, the crown was Voldemort's Horcrux, imbued with all sorts of terrible dark magic.
If it's just about destroying Horcruxes, Levin could do that too.
No matter how strong the defense of a Horcrux is, it is still just a magical item, and it can be destroyed with a weapon that has anti-magic properties.
Although Levin had neither the basilisk's fangs nor the ability to pull out Gryffindor's sword,
But he has a low-level god-slaying spell called [Micro Meteor].
With the forced penetration damage of [Micro Meteor], even a divine artifact can be worn down little by little.
However, for the crown to play a role in unraveling the mystery of the statue, it is mostly necessary to keep the crown intact.
This is a bit troublesome.
Levin does not currently possess such means.
But it doesn't matter, he's perceptive.
If we could have access to research on the soul as a reference, it wouldn't be impossible to figure out how to deal with it.
However, to find such books in a library, you would have to go to the restricted section at the very least.
With this in mind, Levin came up with a plan:
"The first step is to find a way into the restricted book section!"
He then looked at Helena and said, "Thank you for your suggestion. I have some ideas now, but further research is needed. Please wait for me for a while."
“Of course, Mr. Green,” Helena smiled as she learned there was hope, “the ghosts always have enough time.”
The two reached an agreement, and it was time for them to go to sleep.
Before leaving, Helena suddenly reminded her, "I remember you were exploring the power of the mind. The human mind is the most vulnerable and uncontrollable place. Exploring it rashly can easily lead to irreversible consequences. I think you should wait until you are older before trying this."
"Thank you for reminding me." Levin accepted her kindness.
In fact, his exploration of psychic abilities was based on his own understanding and the profession of psychic.
Without a professional framework, Levin wouldn't dare to casually damage his mental health.
After saying goodbye to his new friend, Levin returned to his dormitory and fell asleep.
Chapter 28, recommended by Cirira.
The next morning, Levin got up as usual and went to the auditorium for breakfast on time.
Staying up all night did not disrupt his normal routine.
As the owls flew into the auditorium as usual, everyone's attention was drawn to the slender package carried by the six long-eared owls.
Unexpectedly, the owls flew to the Gryffindor long table, and several owls circled down, landing right in front of Harry Potter.
Levin could see the joy on Harry's face, because he had received a weapon and also had letters.
As usual, Himer stopped by to ask for breakfast and to play.
But when the eagle owl landed in front of him, Levin noticed that the little guy had an unexpected note on its paw.
The note was from Professor Flitwick, telling Levin to come see him after he finished eating.
Why did Professor Flitwick contact me?
Levin was a little confused, but he still quickly finished the last fry.