What a development! Hermia wasn't surprised at the quality of her potion, but being the last sixth year standing with the two older Slytherins was quite the compliment. Quietly wishing both Miss Lestrange and Mr. Macnair good fortune on their next round, Hermia turned her focus inward. Time to give her best for Hufflepuff, sixth years, and herself.

Taking the time to jot out the steps on the provided parchment before she touched a thing, Hermia relaxed a bit when she saw the steps clear before her. It wasn't a potion brewed often this term, but Hermia loved it for all of the colors it went through and the sunshine and rainbows it gave off at the finish. Could there be a more Hufflepuff potion?

Working methodically through the steps, Hermia's mood improved as she went. Was it the potion's vapors or just the joy of the work? It was hard to tell but by the time she finished, Hermia already felt irrationally happy.

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