[ What is obvious about the way that Hermione holds the baby, gentle and careful, is how much she already adores him. She's never been given the chance to be around little things like this, babies or otherwise, and she's adopting to it a little faster than she ever imagined that she would. She adores Bridei, she adores Rizhao, a tenderness overcoming her and making her feel almost motherly. Her softness isn't reserved for them alone but at the same time it is most obvious with them, in these quiet moments.

Her eyes flick up to look at Faolan again, picking up on the slight strain of his nerves and discomfort. It's new for the both of them, getting around to being friends with each other rather than just through Lancelot, but she has a special place in her heart for this man. His dedication, his loyalty and his kindness, all of it is an inspiration to her, making her want to be a little more like him. ]

That makes a very nice chance, I can tell you that. It's good to know that I won't have to worry about you too much in the near future. [ She's teasing, of course, turning to give Bridei a look that says 'I will still worry about your other daddy, don't you worry'. ] Is there anything I can do that might be able to help?