"Kill him!" Riddle (Memory) ordered the Basilisk, not wanting anyone to ruin his plan at this critical final moment.
Harry hurriedly climbed up the giant statue of Salazar Slytherin with the sword, ensuring the aftermath of the battle wouldn't reach Allie and Ginny.
Allie watched Harry fighting a life-or-death battle against the Basilisk. Several times Harry almost fell from the statue, and several times the Basilisk's venomous fangs nearly pierced his body. Her heart felt like a taut string, vibrating with every twist in Harry's fate...
Chapter 90