When it was evident that Aubin wasn't even capable of uttering a response, Thorfinn released his hold on his neck. Gasping for air and rubbing at his throat, tears rolled down his cheeks. Hermione briefly considered trying to find Antonin just so he could witness what an embarrassment his younger brother turned out to be. But, she stopped herself. This was Thorfinn's moment. If ever there was someone who needed to make the arsehole pay, it was Thorfinn.