One day during sixth year, Professor Snape asked to talk to Hermione after potions class. The boys were hesitant to let her talk to the professor by herself. She reassured them that nothing would happen to her, and shooed them away.
"What is it you wanted to talk to me about, Professor?"
"Miss Granger, I want you to know that some very dark things are about to happen, and soon. Don't let Misters Potter and Weasley out of your sight." He said sternly.
"Why? What's going to happen?" She questioned.
"I am afraid I cannot tell you that, Miss Granger. Just keep those boys under control." She sighed at her answer, but gave a small smile and a nod to her Potion's Master. She turned for the door, when she heard him speak again.
"Miss Granger," she stopped, but didn't turn to face him. "Please, keep them and yourself safe." At hearing this, she turned around with a teary smile, and said,
"Always." Then she turned to leave the professor alone in the classroom once more.