"Expecto Patronum!" Draco's voice was firm, but he nearly faltered when a larger-than-life creature erupted from his wand and lit up the entire room. Stretching its long and slender neck it opened its jaws to let out a silent scream. Huge wings unfolded and Hermione felt almost knocked over as the phantasm swerved past her. She turned her unbelieving eyes to Draco who sported a mixture of awe, fear and pride at the large dragon circling its small space.