"I know, Remus. But I’ve been talking to Hermione –" everyone looked at her and she tried not to cringe under the weight of their curious glances "– and she thinks it’s um, not fair to keep him locked up any longer. And I, um, agree." Harry didn’t sound very enthusiastic, but apparently it was enough for the others to consider the subject further. A short discussion between Professor McGonagall, Remus, and Kingsley ended with the result Hermione had been hoping for.