"No, no promises. But...they're the Order. Professor McGonagall, Remus, Kingsley, Tonks, Professor Flitwick – important people with good standing in wizarding society; people who will have a great deal of influence, considering the importance of their roles in fighting the war. I think Tonks was being overly cautious when she said "no promises" – how could the future Ministry not listen to them, if they advise that you should be given a second chance?" Hermione was all glowing, hopeful optimism, and Draco shook his head, ducking his eyes to his lap, mind working.