Allie reached out and fumbled for the wand tucked at her waist, feeling a secret wave of relief that Filch hadn't confiscated it. She reasoned that using a wand to add a bit of light surely wouldn't count as breaking the rules, right?
"Lumos!" Allie whispered softly.
A bright glow instantly burst from the tip of her wand. The light wasn't harsh; instead, it felt soft and warm. Guided by Allie's thoughts, the brightness continuously adjusted until it settled at a level that felt comfortable and satisfying to her.
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