Eventually, Astor grew impatient, hiding in the shadows and made the resolution to find the headmaster's office, where he knew the Lord resided, and either confront him, should Albus be there, or find a spot to wait for Lord Albus to return. Astor had already made the resolution to fight honourably, so he would not sneak on the Lord unawares. Instead, when the time came, he would stand his ground. He wanted Albus to know why he was doing this and wanted him to gain knowledge of his father, the man he had condemned to Azkaban. In a fortunate turn of events, as Astor was about to move from his position in the shadows and find his way to Albus" office, he saw the very person marching down the corridor purposefully. Astor could tell it was him by his huge stature, the distinctive black robes, and the glint of silver from the sheathed sword of Gryffindor. He walked past barely a yard away from his potential assassin without noticing the figure hidden beneath the staircase; such was his determination to get to his decided destination. Astor followed Lord Albus around the castle until he eventually came to a large set of wooden doors that the Lord of the castle had just entered. Giving himself time to steady himself for the fight, equip his spear, and ready his battle stance, Astor entered the room.