Okay, this was soo not working. Anna needed another plan...and fast! What to do? What to do? Biting her bottom lip, Anna turned and whispered in Paris' ear. "Paris...head to the kitchen area and ask an elf for some emergency cake. Afterwards, go and gather all the candy you can. When you are done, head here and give me a signal that you are ready. Don't be seen by these professors with the food! Cake...blood pops...chocolate frogs...and anything else you can get your hands on! When I see you, head to the Mirror room with the snacks!" she said. "Oh, and remember, this is an emergency snack run! No lolly-gagging around!"

Turning back to Professor Vindictus, Anna said, "We'll work on getting you some cake! Cake is good! Cake is our friend!" Anna turned to see if Paris had heard her and was heading off to get the snacks...