"So if Pansy's not bothered by the fact that he's my father, it shouldn't bother her that my mother is his wife. And...well, maybe it'll help my mother see my father for what he is more clearly. And mother always did like Pansy – she would want to help her, and be there for her." His jaw bunched as he fought down an absurd hint of jealousy toward Pansy. "I don't think mother would even think of trying to defend my father to Pansy, the way she has to me."