On the whole, I am relieved I was still in the vicinity, but I admit I slept not a wink between our captive's interrogation and my vast disappointment in my offspring.
And yes - I appreciate your involving me in the decision, Minerva; very good of you. Naturally the Lord Protector will wish his own input, but clearly, although she proved useful in the situation, it is obvious that she and Carrow's poet have grown over-accustomed to their relative comfort in the castle. Over supper Carrow and I discussed the latter, but Granger is in the direct supervision of the school and therefore she is your responsibility to keep in line.
Nonetheless, it cannot be denied that her intercession saved the boys from what could have been a nasty encounter.
As to the relative loss of intelligence resulting from over-exposure to Muggles, I wouldn't know. I spend as little time among their filth as possible. You may have a point, however, that deserves examination. I fear the likely answer is altogether more mundane and considerably less refined than a simple contagion.
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And yes - I appreciate your involving me in the decision, Minerva; very good of you. Naturally the Lord Protector will wish his own input, but clearly, although she proved useful in the situation, it is obvious that she and Carrow's poet have grown over-accustomed to their relative comfort in the castle. Over supper Carrow and I discussed the latter, but Granger is in the direct supervision of the school and therefore she is your responsibility to keep in line.
Nonetheless, it cannot be denied that her intercession saved the boys from what could have been a nasty encounter.
As to the relative loss of intelligence resulting from over-exposure to Muggles, I wouldn't know. I spend as little time among their filth as possible. You may have a point, however, that deserves examination. I fear the likely answer is altogether more mundane and considerably less refined than a simple contagion.