Their arrival back at Malfoy Manor was accompanied by a lot less fanfare than had been present at their departure. The hour was late, and Hermione yawned as their carriage rattled into the palace courtyard. The other occupants were fast asleep. Opposite Hermione, Pansy was slumped against Blaise, whose arm was wrapped tightly around her as he rested his head on top of hers. Hermione watched them breathe deeply for several moments before she permitted herself to look at the real object of her interest.