The Trio Prepares for the Hogsmeade Trip in Stormy Weather

PAGES: 242-243

Despite the stormy weather, Harry, Ron, and Hermione head to Hogsmeade. As they get bundled up in layers and prepare to leave, Ron continues to laugh about the *Levicorpus* incident, while Hermione remains skeptical about The Half-Blood Prince. They walk toward Hogsmeade, enduring sleet and strong winds along the way.