I don't think Stockholm Syndrome is applicable in this situation, unless you're considering him to have been the victim.  Actually I think they're both victims, and ... you know, I can't really tell you about the even itself, because I'm strongly considering developing this idea into a longer story.  Thanks, though, for your comments.  I do appreciate that the story inspired such a thoughtful comment.

Thank you.  I think she would feel it was her duty to take care of Crabbe, after all, he's dead, but then all those things that swirl in muddy lethargy between her and Draco would impel her to be compassionate.

Thank you so very much.  These two snippets are the first I've written of DM/HG after Deathly Hallows, and I'm so pleased you liked them.

Thank you, my friend.  I'm very drawn to this ficlet, and I think it could make for a rather dark story, but it's one I'm considering exploring.  You know, after I finish posting 'Harbinger', and finish 'Saving a Death Eater', and ... well ... then there's 'The Summoning'.  I think I have my work cut out for me!

Thank you.

I'm very pleased you liked it.  Thanks.

Awwww, what a lovely thing to say.  Thank you!

You've brought a huge smile to my face, especially as you think the pieces are believable.  I always want to achieve that in my work.  Thank you.

Thank you, as well, for saying so.

Thank you.  I think you're probably right, but I have three unfinished WIPs at the moment, and I've promised myself not to engage in another until at least two of them are complete!  One will be finished posting next week, and then there were two!I deliberately left the references to their having sex vague, but to answer your question, yes they had sex, and it was pretty well unconsensual, except ... there were mitigating circumstances.  Which is why she can be kind to him now, after he's so broken.  She's a little broken too.

Well I will look forward to your completed fics...your one of my favs. 

Thank you.  I don't think there's a great deal to like about Draco, especially after the publication of books six and seven.   I don't think he's ever been particularly strong, even from the time he was a little boy, and he's afraid of many things (and I think with very good reason; he knows what hunts people at night.)  Whether he redeemed himself is something that an exploration of this scenario might show, if and when I do write it.

Draco's difficult to like in the books, particularly post-HBP and DH.  Having said that, I'm so pleased to have given you reason to take a second look.  He's never been particularly brave, and his father is terribly overbearing, even if Lucius does love Draco deeply.I quite agree; Hermione is compassionate, and in this case, she has reason to be kind to Draco ... he found it within himself to help her despite his fear, confusion and loathing.  I'm thrilled you liked the story, Fizzabella, and thank you so much for telling me.

Thanks, Kaz, for taking a chance on this. I'm thrilled you enjoyed it.