When he climbed in through the portrait hole, Ron and Hermione offered bright, triumphant grins; sharing his joy and he loved them for it. He wondered how this conversation would have gone without their connection. Ron had been so jealous last year, but now ... now he could just reveal his convictions and emotions without having to worry that his best friend would misunderstand. Sharing his delight was about the best feeling in the world! Well ... right after kissing Severus Snape, of course.