Many are whispering that Voldemort must be behind it. However, that is the point: They whisper. They darenโt confide in each other, not knowing whom to trust; they are scared to speak out, in case their suspicions are true and their families are targeted. Yes, Voldemort is playing a very clever game. Declaring himself might have provoked open rebellion: Remaining masked has created confusion, uncertainty, and fear.
J. K. RowlingMerlin's pants!" shrieked Hermione, jumping up and running from the room. "Merlin's pants?" repeated Ron, looking amused. "She must be really upset.
J. K. RowlingMoony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs,โ sighed George, patting the heading of the map. โWe owe them so much.โ โNoble men, working tirelessly to help a new generation of law-breakers,โ said Fred solemnly.
J. K. RowlingThat wandโs more trouble than itโs worth,โ said Harry. โAnd quite honestly,โ he turned away from the painted portraits, thinking now only of the four-poster bed lying waiting for him in Gryffindor Tower, and wondering whether Kreacher might bring him a sandwich there, โIโve had enough trouble for a lifetime.
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