Ned was grateful that Calla also agreed it was time to go and started directing people to follow suit. He was especially glad the Hufflepuff took responsibility for pulling Sloane away from the edge. His attention turned to the little girl who held fast to his hand.

He looked down at Anne and gave her a reassuring smile. In response to Anne's manners, he showed some of his own, "Yes, thank you very much. We will be forever grateful. Please take care and be safe." He figured the Bixbys would understand his brief words of thanks since his sister's well-being was his priority at the moment. He had already gushed at them upon arrival.

With a reassuring squeeze of Anne's hand, he started lead her out of the box and through the crowds toward home.