You will be happy to know that I approached Our Lord on the topic of Harry's fall at the week-end. He agrees that it is now patently too dangerous for him to return to playing while the Dementors are required near the school - but we discussed the revision to the plan and are removing the guards to beyond the village, where they will be kept supplied and ought to prevent a repeat of their appearance at future matches.
However - Our Lord made no ruling on whether you are to be grounded as well as Harry. This was clearly not a case of either of you straying into mischief or inviting mayhem and the man responsible for allowing the Dementors to leave their appointed holding area has been duly punished. I believe that you may continue playing if you wish to do - and do not feel that you must withdraw only because Harry has no broom. While there is any chance that he might suffer further fainting spells, it is altogether safer for him to remain without one.
My recommendation is that you remain on the side if you want to do. There is no reason you ought to deprive yourself of this luxury. Perhaps speak to your captain about shuffling players. There are reserve chasers but no reserve Seeker; perhaps you could hold Harry's place for him as Seeker until we have captured Snape and Macnair and then you can both take up your customary positions again. I'm sure once the situation is settled we can easily arrange for a new broom for Harry, perhaps a Firebolt. I know Cumulus was keen to have him try it.
Meanwhile, know that you have your mother's love and also that of your devoted,
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Private Message to Draco Malfoy
Date: 2010-11-08 09:22 pm (UTC)You will be happy to know that I approached Our Lord on the topic of Harry's fall at the week-end. He agrees that it is now patently too dangerous for him to return to playing while the Dementors are required near the school - but we discussed the revision to the plan and are removing the guards to beyond the village, where they will be kept supplied and ought to prevent a repeat of their appearance at future matches.
However - Our Lord made no ruling on whether you are to be grounded as well as Harry. This was clearly not a case of either of you straying into mischief or inviting mayhem and the man responsible for allowing the Dementors to leave their appointed holding area has been duly punished. I believe that you may continue playing if you wish to do - and do not feel that you must withdraw only because Harry has no broom. While there is any chance that he might suffer further fainting spells, it is altogether safer for him to remain without one.
My recommendation is that you remain on the side if you want to do. There is no reason you ought to deprive yourself of this luxury. Perhaps speak to your captain about shuffling players. There are reserve chasers but no reserve Seeker; perhaps you could hold Harry's place for him as Seeker until we have captured Snape and Macnair and then you can both take up your customary positions again. I'm sure once the situation is settled we can easily arrange for a new broom for Harry, perhaps a Firebolt. I know Cumulus was keen to have him try it.
Meanwhile, know that you have your mother's love and also that of your devoted,
Father