Hermione left the kitchen quickly, but stayed in the Burrow. She really didn't want to leave. It was so comforting. It was like another home to her.
She lounged around the house, keeping Mrs. Weasley company, and just enjoyed the relaxed feeling. Mrs. Weasley must have got the picture and stopped questioning her about what happened with Severus. But every now and then, Hermione caught Mrs. Weasley staring at her with a concerned look on her face.
"Are you going to be joining us for dinner?" Mrs. Weasley asked late in the afternoon.
Hermione hesitated. "Yes. If you'll let me."