In any case, the way Draco’s eyes lit up with adoration as he played and cared for Scorpius made Hermione’s heart melt. There was a calmness that only family could provide, and the child had undoubtedly brought this stability into both their lives. Though they were young and navigating first-time parenthood after such a tumultuous year, Hermione could sense that Draco honestly loved being a father. She understood the feeling as well. Despite the loss of her own parents, there was a familiarity in having a baby with the one she loved, a comfort in this new life they were creating together.