Kreacher’s eyes widened, "Oh, oh yes," he gasped, nearly jumping up and down, "Kreacher remembers his name, yes - hello Master Harry, Master Draco is telling Kreacher all about you, it is Kreacher’s honour to serve you whilst you stay in the most noble house of Black. Even if it is full of blood traitors and scum and criminals," this last part was said under the house-elf’s breath but was still perfectly audible to everyone in the room.