For an unknown reason, tears pricked at Hermione’s eyes as she stared up into Loki’s tense face. Biting her lip, she placed her hand over his heart, the ring that bound them together glinting in the light from the wands. You know we’re more powerful when together, not apart. Gwyneira will be safe with my friends, I will be safe with you, and you will be safe with me. I cannot leave you alone to fight whatever is out there. Aloud she said, "No, I will come with you and aid where I can."