Now it was Harry's turn to be dizzied by a declaration. He knew it, felt it on so many levels, but still found it hard to believe or accept. It was only when Hermione spoke the words, laced with such intense sincerity, that Harry truly allowed himself to hope that they were true. That he was actually loved by someone. That it wasn't a mistake, or just a burst of empathy for someone else ... someone normal, someone who was used to love in their life.