"He would probably have something snarky to say right now, to be honest. I know he doesn't want me to mourn him, but that can't be helped. I feel as though the other half of my soul has been ripped apart, and with every beat of my heart, I feel myself die a little bit more inside." As he fought back a sob, Theo paused to gather himself together again. Hermione watched him, trembling so much she barely noticed her two friends carefully take hold of her upper arms to keep her standing.