Slughorn Praises Harry's Potions Skills, and Snape Joins the Conversation

PAGES: 318-320

Slughorn praises Harry's potion-making skills, much to Snape's annoyance. Slughorn credits Harry's success to natural ability, comparing him to his mother, Lily Potter. Snape remains cold and skeptical throughout the conversation, while Luna brings up the bizarre "Rotfang Conspiracy" theory, claiming that Aurors are trying to overthrow the Ministry.