She hid behind one of the countless drapes, hoping that another, more responsive witch would catch McLaggen’s eyes. Hermione briefly wondered what it was about her that seemed to attract spoiled, privileged wizards before deciding that it was best not to inspect it too closely. She was interrupted by Harry. Her best friend’s eyebrows twitched almost all the way to his hairline when he found out who was her date and there was that pity again.