Understanding the horror that was about to be visited on the defenceless witch, Snape thought it was a prudent measure to record the events not only by the still rolling cameras but also an active capture of Hermione’s thoughts and emotions for the impending events. Snape thought about how the Engineer’s minions would be able to refine and hone their future torture methods, once they had fully reviewed the outcomes and telemetry of today’s session. A vicious cycle of tailored torture, he was delighted by the delicious deviousness of the plan.