When they were back in sight of the castle, Harry slowed, then stopped, taking a deep breath.
The air was still dark and the Sign still visible, though less from here.
He gripped both of Mandy's hands. "Good girl, keeping your wand handy." His heart was hammering in his chest, and even though other kids were streaming around them in the road, he kissed her more intensely than ever, grateful that she was okay.