Chuckling darkly, Loki stalked towards her menacingly, his ire breaking free from the chains he so carefully guarded it with. She had the presence of mind to feel threatened, and Loki watched with an evil smirk as she backed herself against the bookshelves. There would be no playful punishment this time, though, for Loki was angry, far angrier than he should be in such a situation. This time, Gwyneira was not there to distract them. This time, they would have to see how this played out. Finally in front of her, Loki slammed his palms against the shelving on either side of Hermione's head, the sound making her flinch, but she did not back down.