[HPforGrownups] Snape and Lucius Malfoy

[Magda Grantwich]

No: HPFGUIDX 17322

> In the "parting of the ways" chapter, Harry tells Fudge the names
> of the DE who were present at Voldemorts rebirth to make him 
> believe it really happened, and when he names Lucius Malfoy,
> 
> "Snape made a sudden movement. But as Harry looked at him, his eyes
> flew back to Fudge." (paraphrase).
> 
> Thats another fantastic hint giving wings to our thoughts, isnt
> it?  What are your theories?

When I read that part, I was reminded of the scene in SS/PS when
Harry first sees Snape looking at him and feels his scar hurt.  It's
a red herring because of course it's actually Quirrell/Lord V. beside
Snape who makes his scar hurt.

I think this is another red herring moment.  Snape is not reacting to
Lucius Malfoy's name but rather to something else.  Perhaps an urge
to cut Harry off before he says too much in front of Fudge who's
being difficult about accepting the reality of Lord V's return.

I think we will find out that there isn't anything between Lucius and
Snape but that Harry will continue to have his doubts about Snape
based on this experience and his own mistrust of both men.

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