Footsteps nearby shook her out of her thoughts. It was unwise to allow her mind to wander when she was in such a potentially precarious position. Spinning around with her wand clutched tightly in her hand to meet whatever danger lurked in the shadows head-on, Hermione was surprised to see Aberforth Dumbledore walking confidently towards her. Recognizing her visitor only made her relax slightly. She was still not sure that he could be trusted or that he would ever trust her.