A cold chill ran down Ashley’s spine as the man’s wand lit up, signaling the acknowledgement of a Vow made. He apparated away after sending her a sinister smirk. Huffing, she lowered herself back to the floor, allowing Moko to check her over. She thanked the knights and dismissed them, watching as they bowed to her before retreating to their places. She had planned to stay seated for a few more moments to rest but then she heard the distinct sounds of Filch’s grumbling. Realizing that it was way past curfew, she hurriedly shrunk Moko and sprinted to Gryffindor tower.