Hermione Gives Harry a Pep Talk

Hermione’s lip trembled, and she suddenly dashed at Harry and threw her arms around him.

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“Hermione!”

“Harry—you’re a great wizard, you know.”

“I’m not as good as you,” said Harry, very embarrassed, as she let go of him.

“Me!” said Hermione. “Books! And cleverness! There are more important things—friendship and bravery and—oh Harry—be careful!”

“You drink first,” said Harry. “You are sure which is which, aren’t you?”

“Positive,” said Hermione. She took a long drink from the round bottle at the end, and shuddered.

“It’s not poison?” said Harry anxiously.

“No—but it’s like ice.”

“Quick, go, before it wears off.”

“Good luck—take care.”

“GO!”

Hermione turned and walked straight through the purple fire.