Hermione forced a generous helping of beef casserole onto Theo's plate and in return he poured her a cup of peppermint tea to accompany her dinner. They ate in relative silence, listening to the morbid chatter and whispered murmurings behind their backs. Although difficult, she knew Draco would not want her to lie forever in his bed crying. Theo needed her, so did Luna, and Harry. They were all each other had and she clung to her friends greater than ever. Even Ron who was wrapped tightly in Lavender's arms was a blessing as he scoffed slice after slice of thick cut bread dipped in tomato soup.