It didn't escape King's attention that two of the contestants – Mr and Mrs Binns, though King was sure they were not married but rather related by marriage – seemed rather distracted during his instruction portion. As a result, once the contest began he made sure to keep an eye on the two - god forbid they have an accident because of some unspoken discrepancy between them. Surprisingly enough, the woman did rather well, only matched by the dark-haired [obviously upper class; she stuck out like a sore thumb] beauty.

The others faired....well enough. This potion wasn't too challenging by any means, and the remaining contestants seemed to have a good enough grasp of potions. Though it had been close, King finished his observations and said evenly, "Miss Sleptova, Mr Binns - Mr Byrne, thank you for your time, you are free to observe as you please." Turning to the remaining contestants: "Miss Lestrange, Mrs Fisk and Miss Binns. This time it'll be a Wit-Sharpening Potion." He grinned - this was one of his favorites to witness. Glancing at the hourglass, he flicked his wand at it. "You may begin."

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