It wasn't the only time sex distracted them from their planned tasks. The growing intimacy between them provided a distraction from the horrors of the situation they found themselves in. Other distractions were also welcome. Most nights, Draco's friends joined them and Narcissa in the evenings. Hermione admired the former Slytherin's bravery in defying the current regime and found herself enjoying their company. The dark memories of the Manor were fading from Hermione’s mind as the house became vibrant with the sounds of laughter.