Prologue
The war had been over for a few years now. The scars have healed, the pain subsided, but the memories will forever remain. Ron and I had decided long ago that we were better off as friends rather than lovers. He eventually moved on and met a nice American girl whom he married. Isabel I think her name was. Harry married Ginny and they have a one year child named James. Everyone me has picked up the pieces of their broken hearts. Everyone… but me.
I did not want to work in the Ministry, be a Healer, or something just as cliché. Most people expected for me take over the world, what with being a "Know-It-All" and the "Brightest Witch to grace the Wizarding World in ages." Regardless to say, I do not care what people expect from me anymore. Not after what happened. I work in a small bookshop in Diagon Alley. I bought it from the previous owner and it has truly been pleasure to do something so simple everyday. After years of fighting and researching, I find working in my bookstore refreshing. I have loyal customers who enjoy books just as much as I do. The days become easier to live and hope for a brighter future is not so unlikely. That is, until he showed up.
A/N: Please review and let me know what you think so far. I appreciate constructive criticism!
-Arabella91