Lucius, my slippery friend (Was: Knowing Lucius was a DE)

[a_rude_mechanical]

No: HPFGUIDX 56161

--- In HPforGrownups at yahoogroups.com, "Laura" <metslvr19 at y...> wrote:
  I can't seem to think what else the problem might be.  Something 
> interesting we don't yet know about the Malfoys?
> 
> -Laura
> who would be grateful if anyone could steer her in the direction of 
> some good speculation on this

(This, by the way, is concerning Snape's reaction to the news that 
Lucius was present at the reunion of DEs at the end of GoF).

When I try to think about his, I end up raising more questions then 
answers.  There's so much more that needs to be filled in before I 
can make a call here.  Like, what's up with Snape, anyway?  

For example, if he just truly is a "slimy git," perhaps he is close 
friends with the Malfoys, and the news was a shock.  If he is sort of 
playing a part (which is a pet theory of mine) then perhaps he's 
concerned.  Perhaps Snape is just well aware of Lucius' power within 
the wizarding community (his influence over Fudge, his position 
within the ministry), his secret stash of dark goodies under his 
drawing room floor, and his knowledge of Snape's past.  

Which brings me to another question, one that just hit me.  It is 
common knowledge that Snape turned spy for Dumbledore, correct?  Then 
why would the Malfoys be content with his presence at Hogwarts?  Why 
doesn't Lucius have him removed?  Hmmm...

Love to hear what y'all have to say about this!!
Elisabeth