Ch. 646Widows and Orphaned Daughters Seek Protection
After the Battle of London ruined the remaining Gamp-aligned Pure-blood families, their widowed mothers and orphaned daughters came to Slytherin Castle seeking Moriarty’s protection. Narcissa welcomed them as guests, and Linda Greengrass explained that the families had been rejected by witches and wizards throughout the world.
- Lilith recognized Pansy, Daphne, and their mothers among the women arriving at Slytherin Castle.
- Mrs. Parkinson, Mrs. Greengrass, and other widowed mothers asked Moriarty to protect their families, offering their property and service.
- Narcissa interrupted Moriarty’s awkward hesitation by inviting the women into the Castle for dinner and a night’s stay.
- Penelope and the other young women welcomed the girls while Narcissa and the visiting ladies prepared a lively dinner.
- After dinner, Narcissa asked Linda Greengrass why the Ministry had pressured her family, and Linda said the Battle of London had destroyed the families’ reputations and left them shunned worldwide.