Barty Crouch Arrives and Discusses Ministry Matters

PAGES: 89-92

Barty Crouch arrives at the Weasley campsite looking for Ludo Bagman. The two discuss issues related to the Bulgarians and the embargo on flying carpets. Percy Weasley is awestruck by Crouch, eager to make a good impression, though Crouch mistakenly refers to him as "Weatherby." Bagman hints at a big upcoming event at Hogwarts, though Crouch quickly shuts down the conversation.