Harry Opens the Golden Egg, Revealing a Screeching Noise

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During the celebration, Lee Jordan convinces Harry to open the golden egg, but when he does, it emits a horrible screeching noise, much like a banshee. Neville Longbottom fears it might involve the Cruciatus Curse. The group speculates about the nature of the next task before Fred makes a joke about Percy.