Post by Hermione Granger on May 17, 2016 18:20:53 GMT -5
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Dear Harry,
I know it hasn't been that long since last we saw each other, at yours and Ginny's engagement party, but it already feels like it's been too long. I'm so excited for the both of you! I know how long you've been watching her, and I know she's been in love with you since she first saw you, it was always just meant to be. It's so wonderful how it's all finally coming together. I'm so nervous about the speech I'll have to give at your wedding, I've already started planning it out. I want it to be absolutely perfect for the both of you!
Ronald says he's just going to wing it. I really hope he doesn't, you both deserve at least a little effort from him.
It feels so strange now, knowing we'll never return to Hogwarts again. It's felt like home for such a long time now, the dorms, the Common Room, seeing everyone every day, it always felt like one, large, wonderful family. Even though we weren't in Hogwarts our last year, it was still home, and it was still the three of us together. But, now...now, that that's not the case anymore, it hardly feels real. I really miss it. I've been having a bit of a hard time accepting it, but that's just growing up, I suppose, isn't it?
Speaking of which, you simply must tell me how it's getting along at the Ministry for you! You and Ron both get to see each other every day, I know, being Aurors and all, but I barely get a chance to, I'm always so busy. I never even go to the break room, they've got me working so hard! I really ought to go out of my way to find the time to do it more often, though. I don't get to see nearly enough of you, and any time outside of work is either devoted to spending time with Ron, or helping Ginny prepare for the wedding.
Not that I'm complaining about that, I love helping her plan! She's been looking at the most gorgeous wedding dresses! Oh, Harry, I just know you're going to tear up when you see how beautiful she looks in them!
I know you always need a little time before you write back, you're so horrible at procrastinating, but please, don't wait too long. I'd love to hear from you!
Love from,
P.S. I almost forgot! Have you heard any of the rumors about a group of Voldemort worshipers that's on the rise? I wasn't sure if there was any truth to it, if anything will even come of it, but I think it's at least worth taking into consideration. Don't let it worry you too much, though. I'm sure it's nothing.
Post by Harry Potter on May 17, 2016 19:16:36 GMT -5
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Hermione,
First off, there is no span of time that can amount to how we spent every day together in school. Nothing can amount to that. I miss those days as well, but more on that later. It was good to see you at the party. The last time we were together like that, all of us ol' friends from the good days, was at your engagement party. Another round of congratulations for you too. I always knew you and Ron would end up together. Well..your feelings really showed during our sixth year when he was dating that Lavender Brown. Ron didn't even notice. He can be so dimwitted. He's helpless, Hermione, and it's right good he has you to watch after him. I can only do so much at the Ministry.
I hope he doesn't wing it. Ron isn't good on his feet. He's too lazy to plan it, but I believe it could turn out well if he tried. It will be genuine either way, though. His best mate and sister getting married. The words will flow. I've already planned my best man speech for your wedding. One of you will be in tears. Probably Ron, but I'm adding some good lines to get to you too. Just wait!
Growing up has been hard for me too. We stopped being children when we defeated Voldemort, though. Even before that. It was time to put school behind us. That doesn't mean I like it too. When I think on it, a part of me is sad that we couldn't spend out final year as students within the Hogwarts walls. We had a mission, though, and I'm right glad we were successful in the end. We beat him...and lost some good ol' friends along the way, like Fred and Professor Lupin. That's also hard to accept. They died, Hermione...but they were brave and true. Their funerals were heartbreaking and yet beautiful. There is hope in everyone's future because of their sacrifice. Even Professor Snape showed his true, noble colors in the end.
But the Ministry is fantastic! I was unbelievably excited when they told me I was set to be an Auror and it was even better when Ron was called in right beside me. Just as it should be. It's always been our trio against the world. It's a shame being an Auror wasn't also your ambition, but your department is perfect for you. You're the right fit for the job and they know it running you around like they do. You should make that spare time for yourself, though. Join us for a moment for some catch up. I always bring a turkey sandwich should you ever desire a bite. It's pretty good.
I know you're right. I will tear up. Ginny is so beautiful and I can't imagine that she'll be any less when the day arrives for our marriage. It's good of you to help plan it. You know I'm no planner. That was always your role. Your strength. Have you found a dress for your wedding yet? Ron will be starstruck. He might faint at the altar.
Ha! Procrastinating? Yes...I am guilty of that, but I've gotten better! See? Already responded to you. I was eager! It's a joy to hear from my friends!
Love right back,
P.S. I heard whispers from some of the other Aurors, but I don't think it's anything of concern. He's dead. Dead for good. There's nothing the worshipers can do, but that. Worship. I wouldn't worry.
Post by Hermione Granger on May 17, 2016 21:34:17 GMT -5
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Dear Harry,
Oh yes, I know. Ron's been so terribly helpless for as long as we've known him, he definitely needs all the help he can get. He's truly blessed to have us in his lives, wouldn't you say? Thank you, though. Your congratulations are very much appreciated, I still have trouble believing it's even real sometimes. He's been so blind for so long, and we've been fighting about these secret feelings of ours for as long as I can remember... I am happy it's all finally over with, though. You and I both finally got the people we wanted.
I am definitely looking forward to this, now! I think it's just so amazing, that you get to have me and Ron give yours speeches, and we get you and Ginny. Everything worked out so perfectly, didn't it? I'm sure both yours and Ginny's speeches will be wonderful! It would be pretty great if Ron actually did burst into tears! You should both aim for that! (And yeah, I hope he doesn't wing it, too, but we'll just have to wait and see. Either way, I'm sure it'll be good. We know it will be heartfelt.)
It was terrible...losing so many people. But, that was the price we paid for everyone's freedom, and I'm so glad we didn't have to lose you, too. I was so worried we would, so worried for such a long time that you and Voldemort would both end up dead together, but...it honestly turned so much better than I could ever have hoped for. I am glad we were able to learn the truth about Professor Snape before the end, too. It would have been just awful if he had died, with us thinking so cruelly of him. He would have forever been branded in our memory as the traitor who killed Professor Dumbledore, but instead, he gets to live on in our hearts as the truly brave man he was, along with all the other members of the Order we lost. We are able to live on because of their sacrifice.
Well, I will definitely have to remember that. I'll try to visit you both more often. I usually bring microwavable lunches, like soups or those bowls you get from muggle markets. I'm so glad you understand what I'm talking about when I say those things, it's always been such a relief, having you around, as someone who grew up in the muggle world, too. Everyone else always looks so lost when they see me with it, or whenever I try to describe it. I know it would have been nice if we were all together, but...yeah, the Auror thing was always more for you and Ron, not for me. I feel like we are all where we were supposed to be.
Wouldn't that be something? I just might start laughing if that actually happened. I haven't found a dress yet, though, no, I've been so preoccupied with helping Ginny. I do have a few ideas, though. I'll be sure to show you once I pick one out! If you promise not to tell Ron, of course. And, it's no trouble. I actually quite enjoy planning things.
You're right, though. I'm very happy to be proven wrong this time! It was a joy to hear from you, too, Harry! I'm so glad you didn't procrastinate for too long.
With love,
P.S. Well...whether we need to worry or not, I'll go ahead and look into this. You know me, it never hurts to be prepared, just in case something does come of it.
Hermione Granger: Ironically, the same thing happened to me. I'm glad you brought it up
May 24, 2016 2:50:37 GMT -5
Hermione Granger: It looks wonderful, though, doesn't it?
May 24, 2016 2:50:49 GMT -5
Draco Malfoy: It does I've been so excited for it since I first heard about it. Always been my favorite, after all. Combine that with you and it's nothing short of perfect. We definitely need to see it together.
May 24, 2016 2:53:18 GMT -5
Hermione Granger: Oh, we absolutely do! It's always been my favorite, too, but I know how much it's always meant to you. You've always sort of reminded me of how the prince was before he became the Beast, haha!
May 24, 2016 3:10:37 GMT -5
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Draco Malfoy: Ha! Yes, and then somewhere during that whole transition...I became my father
May 24, 2016 3:20:39 GMT -5