Ministry Wizards Arrive and Suspect Harry, Ron, and Hermione

PAGES: 129-131

Moments after the Dark Mark appears, Ministry wizards arrive and surround Harry, Ron, and Hermione, accusing them of conjuring the mark. Barty Crouch Sr., in particular, is furious and demands to know who is responsible. Arthur Weasley arrives just in time to prevent the Ministry from attacking them, and they explain that they heard someone else casting the spell from deeper in the woods.