It is even harder on a witch when she hasn't had her connection to her wand for nearly two months. And add in the fact that she is exhausted and tired, it makes things even harder. It is a challenge not to feel frustrated when her runes once again do not provide a straight path. When she finds herself retracing her own steps through the snow.

She feels so cold. And it hurts to breathe. But she can not give up.

Who would she be without her wand? Hermione feels lost without that connection. And her drive to retrieve the wand keeps her pushing forward.

Reaching the burned out building, she approaches with caution. She doesn't know who will be inside... or if they will be welcoming or not. And when the man opens the door and frowns at her, it is definitely not a warm welcome.

"I am not looking to share your shelter, good sir. Just information. If you have a moment, please."