They reappeared outside the gates of Malfoy Manor. Rose pushed the metal bars opening them, entered and walked down the path. Albus followed her, remaining a step behind,  hands in his pockets, gaze downcast, and a nervousness expressed by tense shoulders. The ancient door of the Manor was already wide open; as they approached, the two cousins heard high-pitched voices whimpering one to cover the other, while the voice of a man drowned them out at irregular intervals trying to bring order.