The hall didn't really seem different to Hermione, yet she couldn't help but look around and marvel. Upon realizing that the dinner had already started, she awkwardly moved towards the table and sat down, excusing herself for the interruption.
The food seemed the same as well, and she couldn't help but wonder if it had ever or would ever change. She glanced around the table and, noticing that others were eating and talking, decided to introduce herself.
"I'm Hermione Puckle." She said with a smile to the person next to her. "One of the students from the...er...plague-filled village."