Title: Glad For You
Rating: T
Pairing(s)/Character(s): Harry/Hermione
Warnings: None
Disclaimer: Don't own 'em - not making any money off 'em. Dern it.
Word Count: 191
Summary: Harry and Hermione reflect on Ron's death.
Notes:
Ring of Fire/King's Cup Challenge: Prompt Used – Harry/Hermione, Must include a character death somehow.
The Stratified Agate Competition: Level 1 – Write a 100-200 word drabble about your pairing
Het pairing Boot Camp: Prompt Used - Peg
Harry would never have pegged Hermione as the stoic type. When Ron died, she barely made a sound of despair. He knew the two of them had divorced, just like Harry and Ginny had, but he thought as friends, Hermione would at least show a minimal level of distress.
"I know what you're thinking," Hermione murmurs.
"Oh really?"
"Yes, and maybe if Ron had died in a way that wasn't on an Auror mission, I'd be more distressed. All I can think about is how thankful I feel that it's not you."
"Still..."
"I'll miss Ron, but as long as I have you, I know I'll be okay." Hermione nuzzles her face against Harry's chest, and he tightens his hold.
Harry's breathing deepens, and he knows he's close to sleep. "I guess I feel the same way," he whispers against her forehead. "I'm so glad you're part of my life."
She tilts her head up, and her lips gently claim his, gentle passion stirring between them. "I love you," she says when they part.
"I love you, too. So much."
And together, they drift off to sleep, wrapped around each other.