Rufus Scrimgeour Confronts Harry After the Funeral

PAGES: 647-650

Rufus Scrimgeour approaches Harry after the funeral, trying to get information about Dumbledore's final night. Scrimgeour offers Harry protection and attempts to recruit him to boost public morale. Harry, refusing to cooperate, declares that he is “Dumbledore's man, through and through.” After Scrimgeour leaves in frustration, Harry reflects on the situation with Ron and Hermione, who agree to stand by him no matter what.