For one of the very first times in her life, Hermione was actually grateful to see Rabastan. His brother, however, was not. As she listened to Rodolphus remind him in no uncertain terms that the Dower House was his private home and he should have more respect for his privacy, Hermione sipped at her wine to hide her smile. Even as he was being berated for the countless time in his life by his elder brother, Rabastan seemed amused to find Hermione there.