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Chapter 31: Mutual Training

It was time for the witch to return to Hogwarts. Despite all the love she had for her friends and the total adoration she felt when she was in class in front of her teachers, she did not return with a big smile. This city was really taking more and more space in her heart. Hermione had already lost so much time with her mother, every return to Hogwarts made her feel like a waste of time. For once, she was not accompanied by anyone for her last stroll in the city and saw her mother and Henry in the distance, chatting at the corner of a street. She already cared a lot for the people she had met, leaving them killing her.

- You'll miss them too, you know. Exclaimed a voice behind her that made her jump.

- I understand why you're such a good thief, I did not hear you come.

- Your mother told me that in a discussion that you had with her, you gave me the name of "Dad", is it true?

- I ... Yes, I was afraid she was hurt that I give you that name. Especially compared to Daniel. But I think I was wrong...

- Yes, moreover, know that if you wish to call me like that, I will be more than honoured.

Hermione gave him a huge smile before allowing herself to be in his arms a few moments. It was here that her family was, she no longer doubted her. They both got closer to Regina and Henry, the witch explained that it was time for her to return to school but that she would come back for the holidays. She had decided to pass them entirely to Storybrooke to the delight of the whole family.

- You'll write to us, huh? Henry asked.

- Of course, it's promised, with the third task coming up, I admit that I'm not so relieved to see Harry deal with it.

- You just have to send us an owl if you need to talk, we're all here for you. Robin added.

- We'll all be thinking of you. Regina finishes.

A collective hug was organized around the witch who ended with a light kiss of Roland on the cheek of his older sister. Hermione's suitcases were already ready, so the witch decided to end her day with Henry, as usual. They laughed together heartily when the time to leave was fast approaching. The young man sits next to Hermione at the edge of the beach.

- I have something for you.

The young woman arched an eyebrow and looked at him curiously. Henry then took out the brown book inlaid with golden letters, inscribed with "Once Upon a Time." He handed her the book that Hermione had read about a dozen times before.

- That way you will not forget us until the next holidays. You will not forget me...

He lowered his head, he knew he was not a wizard, a knight or even a prince. Henry did not think he had a single little chance with Hermione, but the mere thought that she could forget him once at Hogwarts gave him a knot in his stomach. Of course, Hermione knew that she did not need any books to remind her of her life here, but she was glad that Henry was afraid of losing her. It was touching in her eyes, spontaneously, she left him a kiss on the cheek which made the young man blush. They then went to the border of the city where Regina was already waiting. She took her one last time in her arms before leaving, baggage in hand, to Hogwarts.

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Once back at the castle, the witch looked around as if she were rediscovering the castle but under a fresh eye. The first time she had arrived here, she had been amazed by everything around her. Today, she understood what Purebloods or Half-Bloods already knowing magic could feel. The corridors seemed to her without souls, and the same heads she met day after day did not inspire her with joy or hope. She had even seen Viktor again, but after she'd been in Storybrooke, she was not looking at him the same way. Fortunately, she had her friends who made her smile, especially Harry and all the questions he could ask.

- Did you meet other people or books characters?

- People Harry! These are people! She replied, bursting into laughter. Yes, I met Ursula and Cruella.

- Cruella, 101 Dalmatians?

- The same one, as scary in real life!

Ron was grumbling in his corner, he did not like when his two best friends were talking about things he did not understand. He had tried to read some muggle tales but found them too boring with an often negative view of wizards. He could only regain his good mood when the subject finally changed to return to the Triwizard Tournament. Hermione was more motivated than ever to coach Harry in the event of possible fights and other spells. Internally, she knew it would be a good time to show Harry what she had learned with her mother in Storybrooke.

A month had passed since the young witch returned to Hogwarts. She chained the secret meetings with Harry and Ron to train the first. They had both been more than surprised to see her creating a tiny ball of energy. Who knows what she would be able to do in a short time ... Harry was always more filled with admiration for Hermione, he finally felt really happy and it filled him. He had never seen her with such a smile as when she was talking about her biological family, Storybrooke and Henry. He was eager to meet him.

- Another letter for your family?

- Yes ... I asked Dumbledore to lend me an owl, I did not want to abuse with the poor Hedwig.

Harry could only laugh, it was true that no more than two or three days passed without her writing or receiving letters. After all, he had learned that she had a promise to keep.

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In Storybrooke, the past month had been surprisingly quiet despite the impression that something was happening with Ursula and Cruella. Regina stayed in front of her calendar to look for the date of Hermione's return before becoming aware of the time that had already passed. Counting on her fingers, she noticed something she had not checked in a long time: she was two weeks late for her period.