Hector did not return to his dormitory as he had said he would.
As he walked toward the Gryffindor common room, a phoenix landed on his shoulder—it was Aurora. She looked as though she had made a long and arduous journey, appearing utterly exhausted. Aurora gently rubbed her head against Hector's, gave a crisp cry, and lifted one leg.
Hearing her call, Hector looked down and saw a magnificent envelope tied securely to Aurora's leg with a fine golden thread. On the envelope was a dashing, effortless signature:
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