HP belongs to JKR.
I saw Harry Potter and the Cursed Child last Sunday! It was fabulous. The actors who played Luna, Lucius, and Professor Flitwick in the movies were there and I got my picture with Jason Isaacs, Lucius Malfoy. Not really a spoiler, but I loved the Malfoys in CC.
October 15, 2013
She and Luna were discussing Lucius over their morning tea. "I know Draco has struggled over the years about his life after the war. I hope he realizes that people will let him mourn. We may not mourn Lucius's death, but we can recognize Draco's suffering as a natural part of a father and son relationship," Luna observed, in her ever insightful way.
Hermione knew what Luna was saying. She too worried that Draco would try to hide his feelings because no one besides he and his mother would miss Lucius. No one, at least no one with any feelings and knowledge of Draco, would judge his mourning. However, there were many in the Wizarding world who would condemn Draco and Narcissa for it. Just like herself, Harry, and Ron, the Malfoys were known well beyond their social circle. They would receive no anonymity in the news about the death.
Hermione sat down to compose letters to Pansy and Draco. She started with the easy one first.
"Pansy and Blaise,
Thanks for letting me know about Lucius.
Hermione"
Now, she thought, the difficult one.
"Draco,
Pansy and Blaise informed me about your father's passing. I know he was an important person to you. I am sure you and your mom are suffering due to your loss.
Hermione"
Hermione felt pretty good about the note. She hadn't said she was sorry about Lucius's death because that was a lie and one which she knew Draco would see through. She didn't feel like it was enough though. She wanted to tell Draco to not worry about what others thought about his mourning the passing of his father. She didn't think he would care what strangers thought, but there were many who would celebrate the Death Eater's death.
She reread her message and ripped it up.
"Draco,
Pansy owled me last night to let me know of Lucius's passing. I know you and your mother are mourning your loss. Please let me help you. I've helped with wizard funerals before and would like to assist you and your mother."
Hermione wasn't going to mention that experience had come out of Fred Weasley's death. She wanted to mention the pain she felt for him and how concerned she was, but felt that was inappropriate. She tried to find a closing that conveyed those emotions, but nothing came to her. She simply signed her name and sent him the letter.
The day at the library was a busy one and Hermione's mind was elsewhere for the rest of her work period. When she walked out the door, though, thoughts of the Malfoys were back. Hermione was surprised by and even a little nervous about how strong her desire was to comfort and assist Draco. When she arrived home, she owled the Potters and the Weasleys to let them know.
Ron's response was quick in coming.
"Hermione,
We got your letter. Thanks for letting us know about Lucius. I hated that bastard and everything he did, but I am sorry for Draco. We're planning on attending the funeral. See you then if not sooner.
Ron"
Hermione had to pick her jaw up. She had expected Ron to ignore the letter or even respond with ire towards Draco. Draco's face full of the broom riding dare from Pansy and Daphne's party popped into her mind. "A whole new world, indeed."
Another owl showed up as she finished reading Ron's note.
"Hermione,
Thank you. My mother is too distraught to plan the funeral and if you could, I would appreciate any help. Can I expect you tomorrow?
Draco"