"'You said to us once before,' said Hermione quietly, that there was time to turn back if we wanted to. We've had time, haven't we?'" (ch. 30).
Harry wasn't coming back to Hogwarts.
Hermione had known that all along, but she wanted to know what his plan– what their plan – was. She'd already started thinking of everything the three of them would need when she realized.
He hadn't asked for her help, hadn't asked them to come along. And he looked shocked when Ron told him they were coming.
But why would he ever doubt that?
There had never been a question. Their friendship had shaped her life – all of their lives. Of course they would be there.
She hadn't even thought it needed to be said.
Come on, how could Harry ever doubt these two? They're loyal as they come! Reviews are welcome!