Oh, it wasn't quite the imposition you imagine, Barty. Your mother did a credible job, considering that horrid man had nearly ten years to fill her head with nonsense.

For someone who advocated for your parents to take her in, no one could accuse you of fraternal affection. Was it really so awful? You'll have to tell me all the war stories.

We had a marvellous time, actually, but you're right, it was ever so crowded. Nymphadora tried her aim in the arcade alleys. I must say it played to her natural strengths - breaking things - but it was Lucius who won the giant stuffed Horntail. Of course, we'll give it to Rigel.