Elon didn't expect to be one of the finalists. He had entered the competition go have a bit of fun - potions weren't something he was particularly passionate about. He had been lucky to be assigned potions he could brew well, and to have weaker opponents.

(Really? He was a finalist and Elijah wasn't?)

With an opponent like Miss Fraser, Elon didn't expect to make it far. She had a reputation when it came to potions. Then there was Mr. Moony, whom he didn't have much of an opinion on. He was one of Miss Dawson's friends, though. He kind of wanted to do better than him.

The potion they had been assigned was interesting at least, the sort he'd pay attention to in class.

He was the least elegant of the three when it came to his approach in brewing, and he finished last.