Bellatrix Threatens to Torture Ginny

PAGES: 784-785

Bellatrix Lestrange, frustrated by Harry's refusal to hand over the prophecy, steps forward and threatens to torture Ginny Weasley in front of the group. Harry quickly moves to protect Ginny, using the prophecy as leverage, warning that they will have to destroy it if they try to attack. This intensifies the standoff between the Death Eaters and the students.