Hermione had declined quickly. One of McGonagall’s stipulations was to return to Hogwarts in late July or early August to assist with rebuilding and planning for the upcoming school year. At the time, Hermione was busying herself with personal matters. She spent most of her summer meeting with members of the Wizengamot and the Chief Warlock, hatching a plan to help certain Slytherin and his mother avoid prison time.