They collected Delia from the kitchen and followed a few metres behind her as she led them down the crazy-paving of the garden path, down past the anti-apparition wards. The sun was bright and warm, and the old wizard was still tending the garden – he waved a friendly goodbye that Hermione returned and Draco didn't. He seemed lost in thought, head bowed and eyes darkened, staring at his feet instead of the beautiful scenery as they strolled along behind Delia.