Crocell stood behind Hermione’s right shoulder, murmuring his approval as he watched them cower before her. "Well done, Hermione. You did the right thing. And it will be easier next time. You were very brave, and it was the right choice. You don’t want to be a victim – you want to be the strong one. They’ll leave you alone now – they’ve learnt their place." She relaxed and calming under his soothing patter of praise. It had been the right choice.