Right on cue, Fawkes’ transparent cage began to glow. Ashley was inclined to go towards it, it being the only current light source. Her hand raised unconsciously, aided by an unknown force, and met the invisible barrier which dissipated upon contact. Just like that, Fawkes was free. He squawked and giddily flapped his wings, rising into the air with unbelievable elegance. Thinking back to Dumbledore’s dramatic escape in the fifth movie, Ashley reached out for the phoenix and was immediately engulfed in flames.