A hair slower, half a second later, and the young Slytherin's arms surely would have been bound to her side as Podsnapper intended. Instead, Miss Moony displayed a level of swiftness that Hamish might not have expected—impressive indeed.

"Miss Moony is our winner," the professor announced, "and will proceed to the next round of the tournament, as well as claim five points for Slytherin. Well done to you both."