The path to the library was mostly clear, though whether it was to the ministry's efforts or simply that the dragons hadn't made it here yet wasn't certain. One look at Diana proved that she was nearly unconscious, and so Will paused only long enough to hoist her up over his shoulder before walking as fast as he was able for the last fifty feet.

Soon, they were passing through the barrier and into the helpful crowd of healers and ministry officials. Will remained close to Diana, his grip on Henry even tighter now that his mother was completely indisposed. Later, they'd figure out how to explain this all to Henry (or, rather, Diana would and Will would blindly agree). For now though, Will was comfortable to remain content in the knowledge that they wouldn't be eaten or burned to a crisp.

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