"Both. Consider though, that all spells are invented at some point. Its about finding that balance between incantation, wand movement and of course intent. Its hard work to invent effective spells. I can recommend a few books on the subject if you like." Professor Schirmer answered, keeping it brief since it was a bit off topic.

"You'll be in trouble, because if you break something it will be because you haven't followed my instructions." Althea answered. "And if you break someone..." The Hufflepuff got a searching look at that.

If somehow the little 'puff killed someone or broke off a body part or two, Althea supposed it'd be detention.

Depending on who the someone was.

"If you pay attention you'll be fine." She assured the girl.

The squealing was one thing, the blurting another.

But the world ended because Professor Schirmer did NOT take points. "I'll tell you soon. Be patient."

"The spell we're going to be learning is a fairly long-lasting charm, one that needs to be 'switched off' so to speak, when you wish for it to cease. So before we get into the new charm, how do you stop a spell from working?"

Easy question with a few answers. She waited, looking for a specific one.