In fact, for the first couple of years following the separation, Hermione abstained from taking on any sexual partners. There was simply no time and no interest on her part when there was so much else to do and worry about. It was difficult not to think of Draco when those desires arose—not entirely of her own will but moreso out of habit—she’d been seventeen when the nightmare had begun, and she was in her thirties now. Draco had been a constant in her life that entire time—it was not easy to scrub him from the association with sex. Little by little, however, as her life slowly stabilized and the fear of Draco turning up quieted, Hermione began to step into those waters again. When a man caught her interest she would inquire his status, and if they were game she would take them home with her. She had no intent for a relationship or anything serious, and so it made it easier for her to be direct.