Ron and Hermione Express Doubts About Harry's Malfoy Theory

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After leaving McGonagall's office, Ron and Hermione express doubts about Harry's theory that Malfoy is involved in the necklace attack. Despite their skepticism, Harry remains convinced that Malfoy used an accomplice to carry out the curse. The trio continues to speculate on who might have been the intended target of the cursed necklace.