At times one is certain of what is to come, yet when they are faced with it they are proven terribly wrong. People are unreasonable and challenges often come with pain. Hermione believes herself above such matters. Still, ever so slowly, she is being enchanted by Bellatrix, who wants nothing but to hurt and kill the Mudblood. That is, until... (See AN - ch.9 - for more information)

In a decade's time a lot can change, but once loved, no matter how peculiar it may have been, it is hard to forget the dead. They linger, especially when they have left their mark. (This is a sequel to 'The Dead cannot Lie'.)

Nightmares, they plague Hermione still. And may forever haunt her. Though there is someone who makes it bearable, who can help her forget. Even if it is for just a moment...

The Battle of Hogwarts. A day where countless lives were destroyed. No one is spared the pain and torment that is caused around them. Yet most peculiar sparks can be lighted where Death lingers in the shadows, waiting for the souls he can escort to the Underworld.

Emotions are spontaneous and impracticable. Bellatrix knows all about the struggles they can cause and there is one thing that has always helped her.. Torture.

Alone in the forest with her. Let me enjoy this moment, for now.. Cover by Moi(me).