First of all, know that I do not condone what Ron has done. He has treated you with a lack of disrespect I find shocking, and has shown incredibly poor judgement. His personal feelings towards you will not interfere with his communication again.
I completely understand your anger, and feelings of betrayal. You have every right to be concerned, and I can see how this would lead you to question your role in this organisation. Know that Ron's actions do not speak for the Order, and that I trust and respect you for the choices you've made, and for what you are willing to do.
There are certain things I have little control over, Draco. You and I both know that your position is a rarefied one -- that there are only a handful of people in this Protectorate who have your access, and your abilities. It is your burden, and ultimately, your choice as to how you will use this power.
You are right to say that you are in a greater position of risk. You are correct to think that I need you very much, and depend on you, and that there is only so much that I can do for you in return. And yes, to be blunt, if this depends on the willing sacrifice of children who are able to do what I cannot, I will take what I can, and will hate myself for the necessity, and do my utmost to make those sacrifices count.
We both work towards a common cause. I very much hope that we can work together, as the Order will undoubtedly be more capable with your help, and your ability to be effective without a ready support system would be greatly reduced.
My plan calls for a move within the next two years to even the playing field significantly. Yes, it will be difficult. Yes, it will be dangerous. But I would not keep you on the council for a decade while we wait for a damned Horcrux to be found and destroyed. I would rather strike as soon as we were capable, knowing that his death would be temporary, and hold off his return while we shift the tide of things. And if at all possible, I would do it with you at my side, as a trusted and valued member of this organisation. You provide a voice of clarity and honesty, and have from the start. You hold us all to a higher standard.
I would not be able to provide you with security, or comfort, or understanding, but I would use what you would give me to a far greater purpose, and I would make every effort to see that you and your family survive this.
Please, Draco, I ask you to reconsider, or at the very least, take some time to weigh your options.
If you truly wish to consider yourself as an auxiliary member, reporting what you see fit, and no longer under my direct orders, there's very little I can do to punish you, or force you to comply, nor would I want to. The decision is ultimately yours to make, not mine.
Know that should you decide to continue to serve with us, for our common purpose, I would welcome it.
Private Message to Draco Malfoy
I completely understand your anger, and feelings of betrayal. You have every right to be concerned, and I can see how this would lead you to question your role in this organisation. Know that Ron's actions do not speak for the Order, and that I trust and respect you for the choices you've made, and for what you are willing to do.
There are certain things I have little control over, Draco. You and I both know that your position is a rarefied one -- that there are only a handful of people in this Protectorate who have your access, and your abilities. It is your burden, and ultimately, your choice as to how you will use this power.
You are right to say that you are in a greater position of risk. You are correct to think that I need you very much, and depend on you, and that there is only so much that I can do for you in return. And yes, to be blunt, if this depends on the willing sacrifice of children who are able to do what I cannot, I will take what I can, and will hate myself for the necessity, and do my utmost to make those sacrifices count.
We both work towards a common cause. I very much hope that we can work together, as the Order will undoubtedly be more capable with your help, and your ability to be effective without a ready support system would be greatly reduced.
My plan calls for a move within the next two years to even the playing field significantly. Yes, it will be difficult. Yes, it will be dangerous. But I would not keep you on the council for a decade while we wait for a damned Horcrux to be found and destroyed. I would rather strike as soon as we were capable, knowing that his death would be temporary, and hold off his return while we shift the tide of things. And if at all possible, I would do it with you at my side, as a trusted and valued member of this organisation. You provide a voice of clarity and honesty, and have from the start. You hold us all to a higher standard.
I would not be able to provide you with security, or comfort, or understanding, but I would use what you would give me to a far greater purpose, and I would make every effort to see that you and your family survive this.
Please, Draco, I ask you to reconsider, or at the very least, take some time to weigh your options.
If you truly wish to consider yourself as an auxiliary member, reporting what you see fit, and no longer under my direct orders, there's very little I can do to punish you, or force you to comply, nor would I want to. The decision is ultimately yours to make, not mine.
Know that should you decide to continue to serve with us, for our common purpose, I would welcome it.