Harry was quick to dismiss Draco’s hesitancy with a shrug, seeing him visibly retroactively  doubt his behavior when he had otherwise entered the room so pleased with himself.<br/>“Didn’t need to,” Harry assured, his smile wearing off crooked on his features.<br/>“He’s, uh -” he went on, realizing Draco had been well in his rights to describe Robards immediate impression as<span style="font-style: italic">intimidating</span>. It once again pulled at the corner of Harry’s mouth, upturning it in a reluctant smile. “- a firm believer that flattery’s a cover for incompetency.”<br/>It had been brought up often, how quick people were to flatter Harry and how often Robards had considered it a criticism of Harry’s ability, often quoting that it stemmed from low expectations rather than actual  reverence.<br/>“So no cause for concern.”<br/>By then, a juvenile smile was once again bright on his lips, looking at Draco with nothing but genuine trust. “You’re very good at your job.”