"But think about it Draco, if you didn't constantly challenge me, I would have not pressed so hard to do what others thought was impossible." She would have never been mentally challenged by Harry or Ron.

"In a way, you made me a better witch." Better savor those words for the moment, for she just might not repeat herself.

When he changes the subject, Hermione removes her hand from his to take the runic device that he held out. She examined it closely as he explained it's purpose. Then looked at him, with slight interest. "And when you do?"