Aster couldn't help but grin at Denny's enthusiasm for him. "Well, do you know Timmy Blenkinsop, from Hufflepuff?" His grin widened. "Him." He sighed apologetically. "I really should've told you sooner. I mean, it's been like since Halloween! But I've been so busy, I have to take my OWLs soon, and...you know. But that's no excuse, and I'm sorry."