They were broken apart by the sound of golden trumpets, which heralded the arrival of Narcissa Malfoy to the banqueting hall. She was preceded by a thousand lighted tapers floating in front of her and was dressed in a red velvet gown adorned with a white and purple sash. All of the guests fell silent and stood when instructed to, as Narcissa beckoned Harry and Hermione to drop to their knees in front of her.