He’s right. The first wave of fighting is intense, as Voldemort’s forces do everything they can to overwhelm the Order fighters. There are injuries and deaths, the horrible stench of burning flesh, and blood everywhere. Hermione’s never seen so much blood, the stone floors slick with it. She tries to keep Draco in her sight all the time, but she can’t. There’s too much smoke and confusion, but thank Merlin and Morgana, she can still hear him.