Fortunately, she managed to Apparate outside the Burrow. She trudged in the dark to the front door, panting and terrified that Nott might be still after her. As she thought about her wound, she couldn't be sure if she would be able to heal herself. A new light broke through the darkness, and Rose sensed her mother's presence in the garden, bringing her great relief. A large boulder slid off her chest. She was safe now, with her mother to take care of her and protect her, just like she had always done.