"Yeah...sorry about that. The meeting I had to attend took a lot longer then I was expecting and then we had company arriving the following day to prepare for. I know it sounds lame. I would have preferred the party." Draco replied with a sheepish grin.

He stuffed his hands in his jacket pockets in order to hide how nervous he was. If this had been among his peers it wouldn't be a problem...but with a group of Muggles it was a huge deal. His clothing style at least matched the other kids, thanks to Tonks. They still showed he was pretty well off. The meeting may also point in that direction as well.