Originally Posted by Nearly Headless Nick

Since the portal had closed at taken two of the school's poltergeists with it, Sir Nicholas was in a much better mood than he'd been in months. The resident Gryffindor ghost floated along the table, giving each of his precious Lions a friendly smile and wave as he passed. "Hello, Tenacius!" he greeted the boy prefect. "How are you this fine evening?"

Ah, there was Miss Phillips and... a little Slytherin Sir Nicholas couldn't recall meeting. "Good evening, Olivia," he said. Then he turned his attention to the Slytherin boy. "Hello, there. I don't believe we've met. Sir Nicholas De Mimsy-Porpington, at your service." He gave the little one a deep bow before moving on.

The ghost beamed at the two seventh year girls. "Hello, Timila! And Natalia! I do believe congratulations are in order." Each girl got a bow and a wistful smile. It was always a little bittersweet to see his Lions graduating.

What in the world?! Mr. Klopp was standing on the table, and Miss Lupin fired a knockback jinx at him. Sir Nicholas was not impressed at all! He shook his head at them... or at least he would've if he could without his head falling. "Mister Klopp! Miss Lupin! Those actions are not befitting of the noble house of Godric Gryffindor!"

Unlike those of these fine ladies who'd exemplified Gryffindor courage by battling the monster in the portal! Sir Nicholas was practically bursting with pride when he saw Miss Summers and Miss Kettleburn. "Hello, Noelle! And Charlotte! Lovely to see you, ladies!"

And here was Miss Umbridge. The girl looked to be in poor spirits, but Sir Nicholas did not see that as reason to be less than chivalrous to her. "Good evening, Dora!" he greeted her.