The argument with Hermione that afternoon had Draco wound up and he couldn’t help but tell them as much as he felt was safe. With no occlumency to assist him, his emotions were all over the place. He felt like a bloody first year all over again with how quick he was to respond in anger. He wished more than anything that he could tell Hermione about the blood curse. Just lay it all out for her so that she understood all of what was at stake. His father had mentioned this was for her good as well, for her safety. Severus had hinted at as much once. How could he truly be honest with her when he was unable to divulge information with her that could change her mind about their bond, entirely? 