He smiled at her and she seemed to sag with relief and sat down next to him. "Hi Harry. I wanted to apologize for how I've been acting lately. I really am proud of you with how far you have come in your academics. It's just hard not being the top Gryffindor, you know? But, I want you to know that I fully support you. And I am appalled at Ronald’s behavior. I wanted you to know that no matter what Ronald does, I will not betray our friendship."