"Very well," her Head of House replied and held up the phoenix plush toy in her right hand. Hermione had to suppress the need to smile at the cute-looking portkey. "This portkey will take you to a location where only our informant, myself and you will have access to at the moment. This might change in the next weeks, but for now, you do not have to worry about being seen by others. You may have a look around and use anything you need, though I must warn you to not leave the room, under no circumstances. The wards for your safety and privacy do not go beyond these walls. Do you understand that, Miss Granger?"