The Golden trio left behind their familiars to have their own fun and crept down the stairs, making sure none of the Order members were in sight. They nearly jumped out of their skin when Kreacher suddenly appeared just as they reached the last step. Fortunately, the house-elf seemed to sense that they were sneaking around and simply handed Ashley the tub of ice-cream silently. Smiling gratefully, she dismissed Kreacher with a nod and continued on down the hall.