#this is very dreamlike/abstract he doesn’t actually have candles melting on him guys

[basiatlu]

Day 26: Melt

“Cleared: of all charges posed as a minor under duress per threat of life and magic - including that of being cursed with the Dark Mark. In concern for his war-influenced actions during residency of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry: the accused will be held no more responsible than that of his fellow peers: also cleared.

“In concern of Mr. Draco Lucius Malfoy’s nonfeasance during residency of his family home, the Wizengamot has ruled that after a careful evaluation of Pensieve evidence provided by one Harry James Potter, one late Severus Snape via dying declaration, and one Narcissa Malfoy née Black - recently acquitted: a requirement of 3 months probation and mandatory Mind Healer evaluation is to be completed by Mr. Malfoy and then verified by a Ministry-appointed specialist and probationary-auror guard.”

He was alive, with his wand, his soul, and the tattered remains of his dignity. It was… good, yes?