Lupin's face was concerned. He tried to peer into Hermione's eyes but she wouldn't let him.

"Hermione, I need you to tell me what is going on."

She just shook her head.

"Nothing. Nothing at all."

"That certainly didn't look like nothing."

She was silent. Lupin sighed and stood up.

"Come along Hermione. We're going to Dumbledore's office."

Hermione entered the beautiful empty office with Lupin. Every time she saw it she was amazed at its beauty and complexity. But now was not the time for that.

"Have a seat Hermione. I will be right back."

Lupin quietly shut the door behind him.

Hermione sank into a fluffy chintz armchair and buried her face in her hands. What had she gotten herself into? Before she knew it, the door was opening again. Dumbledore, McGonagall, Lupin and Snape entered, Snape looking more vile than ever. Hermione all of a sudden felt incredible angry. She wanted to rage at Lupin. Why did he feel it necessary to have a meeting with all these teachers? She had told him nothing had happened!

She stood up.

"NOTHING HAPPENED!"

The teachers all flinched. Except Snape.

Dumbledore stared at her sympathetically. Like somehow he knew how she was feeling.

"Severus, could you please step outside while we have a word with Miss Granger?"

"My pleasure." He rolled his eyes but left nonetheless.

"Please sit Miss Granger."

She obeyed. Her arms and legs were shaking.

"You do know," Dumbledore began, "that we are looking into this situation out of concern and care for you. Nothing more."

"But you won't believe when I tell you that nothing happened!"

"Because we just don't know. Now I want you tell to us exactly what happened, or we may be forced to use Veritaserum. You don't want that, do you?"

"No. He was just trying to make me feel better. I was upset and really having a hard time and he was the only one who understood me. We kissed, and I know it was wrong. But we both regretted it almost immediately afterward. And now it's just been awkward. He didn't force me to do anything, if that's what you're thinking. But it felt good to know that he cares about me that much. That's all."

"Thank you for cooperating Miss Granger." Dumbledore gave her a small smile. "You may return to your room now."

She nodded and left the room, passing Snape, who wouldn't look at her.

What she didn't know was why he wouldn't look at her. The mark on his arm was burning. He heard a voice in his head...bring her to me or I will be forced to take drastic measures...

On the way back, Hermione saw Harry.

"Harry?"

He wouldn't look at her. She realized he had seen it.

"Harry, that wasn't anything! Oh please believe me!"

He simply shook his head.

"I'm sorry Hermione. I don't know you anymore."

Hermione couldn't take it anymore. She ran to her room and slammed the door. Before she knew it she was asleep.

The Dream

Snape was carrying her. She was struggling but he wouldn't let go. They were mounting a broom and flying...flying over the forest. Suddenly she realized what was happening. She wanted to scream but no words would come out. They landed and made their way to a group of hooded men and women. The one in the center was more frightening then she had ever imagined...

"Miss Granger! You need to wake up!"

Hermione's eyes opened. Snape was there. She screamed and he quickly clasped a hand over her mouth.

"What are you doing, trying to wake up the entire castle? Something has happened. I need you to come with me."

He removed his hand.

"I'm not going unless you tell me what happened."

"There's no time! I need you to please listen to my instructions."

"Please?"

He stared into her pleading eyes. He sat on the edge of her bed.

"When I tell you this I need you not to panic. I'm sure he's fine..."

"WHO?"

Snape took a deep breath.

"Potter is missing."

A/N-Evil cliffie! lol I actually might get a chance to post another chapter tomorrow, so hopefully you won't have to wait long. Enjoy! :0)