Hermione Encounters Travers in Diagon Alley

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As they walk through Diagon Alley disguised as Bellatrix, Hermione encounters Travers, a Death Eater. He expresses surprise at seeing "Bellatrix" out and about, as he had heard that Malfoy Manor's residents were under house arrest after the escape. Hermione improvises a story, claiming that her favor with Lord Voldemort allowed her freedom, while Ron, disguised as "Dragomir Despard," remains silent. Travers decides to accompany them to Gringotts Wizarding Bank, adding unwanted scrutiny to their mission.