Summary
"I needed to remind myself that you're safe," Bellatrix sighed, stepping forward swiftly to enfold Hermione in her arms, her lips at Hermione's ears. "I'm not. Neither of us are, Bella," Hermione protested, though that didn't stop her from wrapping her arms around Bellatrix's waist and running. Two short scenes illustrating the progression of Bellatrix and Hermione's relationship.