But Hermione was adamant. "No," she said breathily, gripping the loose material of his prison garb. "I almost lost you once. I’m not leaving you again." She knew it wasn’t logical, but there was a nagging thought that perhaps her presence–and the presence of their child–could somehow positively influence the outcome. She knew it wouldn’t make a difference whether she was there or not, but she didn’t think she could possibly be the last one to hear any bad news.