"I could use a man like you on my side," Lord Malfoy said, finally coming to a stop in front of him, his fine robes swirling around his legs. The gold trim on them flashed brilliantly in the natural light. "I suppose it would be a shame to cut down such potential. You would for once be on the right side. I could offer you riches, a new home, a good position in my court. You would serve me in a more dignified manner than you do now. I would even let Lovegood live, too, if you were to accept."