"I'll be here to help you get used to it." Because really, it will happen again at some point, and she hopes for Hermione's sake that she'll be able to weather that prospect better in time. "Not that I'm saying it's cause to give up; just because we don't know what the hell to do sometimes doesn't mean we can't try. But it's alright to admit that, and step back when you need it. You're not alone in this, and it's not all up to you. Please try to remember that."
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