"I sold her my tale of woe," Draco said dramatically, "The son of bigots looking to free himself from their circle of influence," he turned suddenly sombre, "To be honest, I’m not sure I’m doing the right thing," he admitted, "I worry for them - for how the Dark Lord might retaliate against the parents of a blood traitor. I worry for my mother - living in a house with that monster. But I will not take the mark again," he reiterated firmly.