The group now arrives back at the Burrows kitchen. Mrs. Weasley is very relieved that they are all safely home. The Daily Prophet, the wizards' newspaper, carries articles sharply criticizing the Ministry of Magic and the organization of the World Cup for the lax security and the havoc after the match. The reporter, Rita Skeeter, also blames the Ministry for the appearance of the Dark Mark and the fact that the culprits were not apprehended. The Ministry receives a great number of Howlers, complaining letters. The aftermath of the incidents at the World Cup increases the workload of all Ministry employees.
Harry tells Ron and Hermione about his nightmare with Voldemort and the pain in his scar.
Ron and Hermione try to think of reasons for the strange occurrences and.....
