Hermione practically flew down the stairs, fleeing that conversations as fast as she could, hoping she wouldn't run into anyone or anything. You never know in Hogwarts. She was about to turn the corner, already nearing her common room, soon to be shared with her tormentor. Although, she thinks, that spot will be taken away from Malfoy quite soon. The girl was so immersed in her thoughts that she let out a scream when a strong force tugged her against something solid quite harshly.