Moments after his harried declaration, Rodolphus transformed back into his Saint Bernard form. Hermione watched the creature bounce away on his oversized paws into the darkness. She wanted to follow him, wanted to leave too. Answers she wanted wouldn't be found within the village. Sneaking out of the Zellers" back garden, she weighed her options. Leaving put her in danger, but staying might drive her mad. By the time she reached her tent, she made the decision to stay for one more day. Maybe more news would come tomorrow.