Conspicuous by their absence.

[ellemir]

Pansy posted early on in the action in the thread where we learned Ron had transformed and disappeared.
As far as I can see, she hasn't contributed since. This worries me because of her recent behaviour, which may be being influenced by the Locket. Also, with her recent admission in her notes to Regulus that she was in love with Draco, his capture and interrogation and subsequent departure must be incredibly difficult. Add the fact that Draco's feelings for Hermione have been revealed and I am worried.
And yet no one has mentioned seeing her or searching with her.

Also, a whole day of high drama and Barty has only sent the message about Sirius. I'm quite surprised because the Hogwarts council wizards and their friends usually communicate far more when things go down. Barty usually wants to be right in the action.

Severus's pm to the Malfoys

[ellemir]

It could be an attempt to set their minds at rest, but there are other possibilities.

To me, it could be taken as the opening communication in a hostage negotiation. At least he may wangle some concessions from Lucius.
But it has the potential to be spun as a Draco is really innocent story to take to the Aurors.
Severus and Sirius act to free their accomplice Hermione. Draco after all left under his own steam. His message to Teddy can be read as an innocent party seeking revenge on the one who set him up. Severus could have found him just after he killed Teddy and taken him hostage. Thus negating the argument that he ran and is therefore guilty.

Just a thought.

Recap for the week of 31 May, Year 6

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31 May
Evelyn reports an uneventful trip to the Forest. Molly asks Bill his dinner plans. Harry hears about the next challenge.

1 June
Alice remains amused by the antics of Bea's birthday party. Justin sees a listing for a flat for him and Ron.

2 June
Padma celebrates her sister's engagement to the right suitor. Madam Pomfrey makes some of her summer plans. Charlie brings dragon's blood to Hogwarts.

3 June
Madam Pomfrey consults Professors Sprout and Dumbledore on an urgent matter. Seamus talks with Padma about Parvati's news.

4 June
Hermione wonders how Draco feels about his upcoming birthday and his relationship with Daphne. Professor Sinistra coordinates her to-do list with Professor Lestrange. Ron receives his official acceptance into the Auror internship. Evelyn seeks additional reading over the summer.

5 June
Narcissa wishes Draco a happy birthday. Sally-Anne congratulates him, too. Daphne adds her two cents about his party Friday night. Sally-Anne learns that her mother is expecting a child. George tries to get Pansy's input on business decisions. Colin promises speedy delivery of supplies for Terry and Sherwood.

6 June
Jeremy extends Rachel his official welcome to the Order. Hydra reads a gossipy article about the next generation of Councilwizards. Harry plans many training sessions with the junior Order courtesy of Raz, over the summer. Bill checks on Rachel's assimilation process. Linus notes the pleasures that end of term brings. Pansy approves of Daphne's hostessing skills. Draco copies a note apparently from Hermione into his journal.