I apologize for my approximation. Correction: Dobby's last words before he sustains a mortal wound from Bellatrix are, "Dobby has no master! Dobby is a free elf, and Dobby has come to save Harry Potter and his friends!"

I'm not sure how Ron/Hermione sucking face is actually relevant to anything mentioned in my post, but yes, I do recall the scene.

I of course, have no expectations of agreement. This post is a rant, after all. If I'd been in the mood to change people's minds, there would have been a lot less sarcasm, fewer abstract references, and more direct quotations.

Your perspective is noted.