As the year continued, the Room of Requirement had become your and Hermione's go-to spot for tranquil study sessions. Yet, today, things felt amiss — Hermione had yet to make an appearance for your usual cozy study time. As the minutes ticked by, your worry deepened. Something was definitely amiss — Hermione was never late.

With her final class of the day being Herbology, and knowing she would likely be there, you made your way towards the spacious greenhouse that housed this particular class. Inside, students were tending to various magical plants and practicing their herbology skills under the watchful eye of Professor Sprout.

As you approached Professor Sprout, she turned and gave you a warm smile upon recognizing you as one of her standout students. The corners of her mouth lifted into a knowing grin, and she wiped her hands on her apron before addressing you.

"Ah, hello, my dear," she greeted you with a friendly tone. "Is there something I can assist you with?"

Upon inquiring about Hermione's whereabouts, Professor Sprout responded that Hermione had requested permission to fetch a specific clipping of a venomous tentacula from the abandoned greenhouse corridor. The intent, it seemed, was to present it as a gifted curiosity for Professor Sprout.

"Ah, yes," Professor Spout affirmed, "Hermione mentioned she wanted to gather a clipping of the tentacula located in the abandoned greenhouse corridor. She said she planned to gift it to me. But she's been gone for quite a while now."

Concern began to bubble up within your chest as you realized how long it had been since Hermione had departed to collect the clipping. The abandoned greenhouse corridor was a long and winding path, filled with overgrown weeds and decaying plant life. It was entirely possible that she had gotten lost or into trouble.

Professor Sprout, sensing your concern, placed a reassuring hand on your arm. "Perhaps you should go check on her," she suggested, her voice soft yet firm. "Just to ensure she's alright."

Her words resonated within you, and you knew that you couldn't shake off the unease that had settled in your gut. Nodding in agreement, you bid Professor Sprout a brief farewell before setting off towards the abandoned greenhouse corridor. As you walked through the winding path, you called out Hermione's name.

"Hermione! Where you you?"