Hermione took a deep breath before speaking again. Though the man was a stranger only a short time earlier, he knew some of the darkest secrets she possessed. The fact that he was able to stand next to her with a smile instead of a curse was a miracle. She knew what kind of man he was. Nothing like the monster she'd allowed herself to become over the years. It had been a long time since she had anything close to a mentor. Something, perhaps the kindness, in his eyes made her feel like she could tell him whatever she desired. Maybe he would judge her when he eventually walked away, but not in that moment.