It’s what finally pushed Daphne to ask Hermione out to the Yule Ball. An act that seemed to have solidified their relationship in a way that Daphne couldn’t describe. It was like a life goal of hers was finally met. Even though they didn’t kiss that night, an act that Daphne wanted to accomplish so badly, it was just as magical. It was the moment that Daphne knew she loved Hermione; a word that she wouldn’t be able to realize or voice till years later. She just wished that she didn’t sit on her hands, afraid of her feelings, till Hermione asked her out again. Though a part of that wait was because of the reaction from the other nobles after the ball. 