He entered the sub-level to the palace, bristling with excitement, and locked the door. He never usually locked it, but he didn't want to be disturbed tonight. He even threw up an Anti-Apparition ward to prevent any magical incursion. This wasn't an event he wanted to share, not even with his wife, who knew nothing about what Harry was about to do. He'd been waiting far, far too long for this moment ... and he was determined that he was going to enjoy it ... and enjoy it alone.