And I was feeling sorry for Hermione until the few paragraphs near the end that list who is angry with her and why. I changed my mind - I think Hermione needs to face some consequences. It does seem that, because she is intellectually and magically powerful, she has taken to doing what she thinks is right, regardless of what others think. That is how Dumbledore got to be so obnoxious. In the beginning of the chapter, she acknowledges she is just like Harry, rushing off to save Sirius - ignoring the fact that that was really poor decision making on Harry's part. Hermione has endangered herself (and the chance of defeating Voldemort), endangered the Order, forced Tonks to compromise Order secrets and security, used Ron, and then is hurt that those involved are angry? She doesn't seem to have a lot of emotional intelligence, or understanding of how others might be affected by her actions, so I do think it is time she faced the consequences of her high-handed actions .

And I am eagerly awaiting next week's chapter! It is because you are a good writer and this is a compelling story that I am so frustrated with Hermione and Severus!