Flowered arches decorated the staging area in front of the assemblage. Marcus stood with his groomsmen and Yaxley, the ministry official marrying them. The man had been most insistent about it. Now, he smiled broadly at the sight of Rodolphus walking her towards them. Marcus simply stared, his eyes shining. He caught her eye and maintained it until they stood in front of them. Yaxley addressed them, "Who brings this witch to be wed?"