This is a companion piece for my long fic; Things Fall Apart, But Then You Build Again. It's a small look at Hermione's life in Malfoy Manor. It takes place partly before chapter 9 and partly after it, so it should be read right after that. Genres: Angst, General, Alternate Universe Rating: K+ Warnings: Angst, Spoilers, Deathly Hallows Spoilers!, Parenthood/Children Disclaimer: All characters and plot lines are the property of J.K. Rowling and Associates. I do not own any of it or make any money from it.