When all was said and done, Holly looked up at old woman, partially startled by her quickness. Despite what some of the adults in her life may have suggested, perhaps it was not all too unreasonable to assume that she may one day prove as useful. Still, Holly questioned whether the woman might get in trouble - especially if the stupefy spells did more damage than was due. She carefully extracted herself from her spot and moved around the Irish woman and her charge, hoping to distance herself - both from them physically and the situation.

"I'm fine, thank you," she said quietly. "Though I insist I must be off now. This place seems more trouble than it's worth." At least she'd have something to complain about at dinner!

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