Not giving up: Chapter 1: The funeral
Hey Potter heads! Howz are yawahh? This is the sequel to I'd rather cry with you, so you have to read that first. I really appreciate the lovely reviews! So here is the first chapter, enjoy Potter Heads!
"This isn't meant to happen! Voldemort is dead! We weren't supposed to have trouble anymore!" a distressed Hermione shouted.
"Oh Hermione this is so dangerous!" cried Ginny. Harry was blaming himself for Bellatrix's return. They all turned their attention to the fireplace when green fire appeared. It was Percy.
He went over to Hermione. "I came as soon as I heard" he said with a serious expression. "Listen Hermione, Bellatrix won't give up when she's determined to do something, she doesn't give up" he continued.
Hermione was staring wide-eyed. "Ah, yeah Perce, I think you're scaring her" Ron said. Hermione took a deep breath and stood up.
"Ok, I'm not gonna let her get to me, I'm gonna go to Fred's funeral and try and live as normal as possible. She'll soon be caught and taken away." She told everyone.
Everyone stared at her. "Well I can't just let her take over my life like this" she said. They all smiled at her, proud of her braveness.
"It will be safe for you to attend Fred's funeral, Bellatrix won't attack yet, she's getting wizards and witches on her side, like Voldemort did." Explained Mr Weasley.
Everyone formed a look of worry on their faces. Is she really taking it that far? Hermione thought.
Later that night Hermione was cuddled up next to Ron. "You're so strong Mione" he told her. "You give me strength" she replied. She leant up and kissed his lips. He smiled. Hermione felt so lucky to have him. She snuggled closer and fell asleep.
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It was the day of Fred's funeral. It was being held at his and George's joke shop. Everyone felt he would've liked that, since pulling pranks and laughing was his favourite thing to do. Hermione chose to wear a short-sleeved sliver-beaded black dress that she bought a few days ago.
She made her way downstairs.
Everyone's faces were expressionless. George was just sitting on the couch looking at the ground. Ron finished talking to Charlie, then came over to Hermione and took her hand in his.
They apperated to Diagon Alley and walked into the joke store, Weasley's wizard wheezes. But it now had a gloomy atmosphere. There were rows of chairs set out, and a small stage at the in front. The store was full with friends of the Weasley's, and Fred's old friends from Hogwarts.
Luna and Neville were walking around looking at the memorial stands set up around the place, filled with pictures and things that were loved about Fred Weasley. They saw Ron and Hermione enter and came over to them.
Luna hugged them both "I think this the perfect place to celebrate his life, Fred would've loved the idea." She said in her harmony-like voice. Ron and Hermione smiled at her "George wanted to have it here" Ron said.
"Oh and Hermione, my father and I are very sorry to hear the deal with Bellatrix." Luna apologised. Hermione gave a soft smile "Thankyou Luna" she replied. Neville and Luna went to re-join her father who was speaking with Mr and Mrs Weasley.
When everyone had taken their seats, the funeral began. Mr and Mrs Weasley were up on the stage and welcomed everyone.
"Fred was loved by so many people. He would always be pulling pranks, and making jokes about whatever he could." "He was my dear son and he'll always be remembered as a part of the family." Arthur said with a pained expression.
"I remember when he and George were starting their first year at Hogwarts, he was so excited. It was such a joy to find out I was having twins, it was amazing to watch them grow together" Molly said.
Ron and Ginny went up and said a few words. "He always knew how to cheer everyone up, it was impossible to be sad with him around, he'll always be my brother and I hope that he is peaceful and happy now." Ron told them wiping tears from his eyes.
"He was an amazing big brother and was always there when I needed him, he'll be missed every day, there's no doubt about it, I'd give anything just to hug him again" Ginny said, also wiping tears from her eyes.
His other siblings also made a speech, and then it came to George.
"Fred was the best brother you could ever ask for, I could tell him anything, he was my best friend. We did everything together; he made everyone smile, even when I was upset. It feels so weird without him being by my side all the time. I feel alone now, like a part of me has gone with him." He announced.
"He was such a good person, it's not fair that he had to leave I just want him back I always will, he'll always be my best friend, I love you Freddie."
Everyone was in tears as they went outside to let off the fireworks in memory of Fred, since he and George were always loved to set them off.
Hermione rested her head on Ron's shoulder as the fireworks flashed in front of her watery eyes. Ron sighed and kissed her hair.
Everyone smiled watching the beautiful colours light up the sky.
There's the first chapter! Pleeeeease let me know what you think, you're feedback is reeeeally important to me! :]