Chapter 1:

Godric's Hollow, Wales

Lionfire Hall

Office of Harry James Potter

Harry James Potter, the man who defeated Lord Voldemort sat in his office, looking over a number of different parchments and his newest possession, a computer. Thanks to the work of a number of his businesses and contacts, Harry and Ginny's home now had a number of muggle appliances including the seventy-two plasma screen high definition flat-screen television with high quality surround sound system and a DVD player in the TV room. They had huge collection of movies, television shows, documentaries, and anything else that was on the telly.

His computer, shielded to work around magic, was a new notebook computer which was tied into a remote computer server to hold all of the information he needed. Harry was quickly bringing the magical world up to speed with the muggle world, even if the magical world was kicking and screaming.

"Harry dear, when is Albus supposed to get here?" Ginny asked as she entered Harry's office. It was one of the things that Harry enjoyed about Lionfire Hall, Harry and Ginny had their own offices, but were connected by a sitting room where they could meet together with people for business.

"He emailed me earlier and said that he would be here by five with Minerva for dinner." Harry replied.

"I still can't believe that Minerva and Albus are dating. It just seems…strange." Ginny replied.

"What; that he is using email or that he is dating Minerva?"

"Both really" Ginny admitted.

"Albus told me the other day it is way easier to read all those damn reports from the Wizengamot because he doesn't need to translate everyone's writing anymore. And you should have seen him using the spreadsheet programs that the goblins built. It makes things go so much faster for him." Harry informed his wife.

"I know. I heard that a number of the pureblood families are still refusing to send their children to Hogwarts as long as we teach them how to type and use technology."

"To hell with them; I am so sick and tired of these people. Since the day after we defeated Voldemort and the Dark Army, they have been belittling us, Hogwarts, the Ministry, and anyone who wants to better the magical world. They just need to get over themselves. Voldemort lost, many of the pureblood families were ravaged, deal with it." Harry said losing his patience.

"I know love. They will do what they do and there is nothing we can do about it, unless we place them under the Imperious Curse. Now, let's us not worry about the damn purebloods, we have better things to do."

"Like what Mrs. Potter?" Harry said wrapping his arms around his wife's waist.

"Well for one, we can put you in a better mood by teasing Albus and Minerva about them dating." Ginny said smiling.

"Ok, that does put me in a good mood. Though to be honest, I always thought that they were married already. I mean come on they have been in love with each other for years. If Grindelwald wasn't already dead, I would kill him for what he did to Albus." Harry replied darkly.

"Do you mean killing Ariana Dumbledore, causing an almost fifty year estrangement between Albus and Aberforth, or the love potion that he fed to Albus to make Albus infatuated with him?"

"All of the above. Speaking of Abe, have you heard from him lately?" Harry asked his wife as he stood up and began to dance with her to a tone that only he heard.

"Not directly, but I know that he is with Xeno in Australia looking for the perfect barley for a new beer" Ginny replied "Luna fire-called earlier wanting to know if we wanted to do dinner with her and Neville tomorrow at Longbottom Manor to discuss their wedding."

"So Neville is really going to marry her before he graduates? I am impressed. What did you tell her?"

"That we can't; we are supposed to be going to the SGC tomorrow for a briefing before we go to one of the new animal sanctuaries."

"Wait a minute I thought Luna was coming with us? Especially since Daniel found the Wrackspurts on that planet last month?" Harry asked his wife.

"She forgot about it. She is still suffering from the aftereffects of that rouge Death Eater assaulting her. But Neville sent an owl later and confirmed that they are indeed meeting us at the SGC tomorrow. He said that Luna was shaken up after the fire-call and was resting." Ginny said darkly.

"Who would have thought that a rogue, low level Death Eater would kidnap and drug Luna while she was home alone?" Harry asked.

"We should have known better Harry. But at least we were able to stop him before he raped her."

Flashback

Luna had been attacked three weeks after the Battle of Hogwarts by a low level Death Eater. Harry later learned that the Death Eater wanted Harry and could not get to him or any of the Weasleys so he decided to go after Luna. Her father never bothered with wards and protective charms so Luna was easy pickings. Thank god Ginny had been checking on Luna every three days via her new cell phone. When Luna did not answer, Ginny knew something was wrong so she got Harry, Albus, Severus, Remus, Neville, Jack O'Neill, and Teal'c, who had been visiting Lionfire Hall together and stormed the Lovegood home.

The Death Eater was ready to penetrate Luna when Neville snapped and released a focused magic burst towards the Death Eater and thru his chest and back. The Death Eater lived for twenty minutes as Harry and Albus questioned him. Neville and Remus took Luna to Hogwarts to be treated. Except for when Kingsley asked Harry, Ron, and Neville to assist in the raid that led to the capture of twenty-five other Voldemort supporters did Neville leave Luna's hospital bed side.

When she awoke, Neville proposed to her and even asked Harry to speak to Apollo and ask him to transport them to wherever Luna's father was in order for Neville to ask for Luna's hand in marriage. Old Xeno gave his blessing because it made Luna happy. Also with Luna being engaged, Xeno was able to relax and spend more time being eccentric and not worry about his daughter. Xeno later told his father-in-law, Aberforth Dumbledore, that he did not deserve Luna because he had failed to protect her and her mother all those years ago.

As the Heir Apparent of the Noble House of Longbottom, Neville placed the House of Lovegood under his protection and quickly asked Bill Weasley to recommend a good wardmaster to place wards around the Lovegood home and to redo the wards around Longbottom Manor.

Bill told Neville that he would contact a team and have it done. What Neville did not realize was that the warding team would include Harry, Ginny, Hermione, Ron, Remus, Fleur, Dobby, Apollo, Albus, Fawkes, Minerva, and Bill himself. Because of the collected strengths of the group, the wards around Longbottom Manor and the Lovegood home were now on par with Lionfire Hall, Gringotts, Hogwarts, and the Burrow.

End Flashback

Luna unofficially moved into Longbottom Manor when she was released by Madam Pomfrey. Though she had her own bedroom, she spent most of her nights in Neville's bed being held by him as she cried a year later.

"Yeah I know. How is Neville's training going anyway? I have been swamped with everything to check with Tonks and Remus since Neville's last check up." Harry asked his wife.

"Very well; I am thankful that Minnie was able to get Augusta to listen to us and have Neville tested for spells and potions."

"If Barty Crouch Junior wasn't already kissed, I think Augusta might have killed him when she found out that he had given Neville the binding potion. It is only because of how strong he is that he was able to do any magic at all." Harry said.

One of the house elves popped into the room and spoke to Harry. "Lord Gryffindor sir, please pardon the interruption, Lord Dumbledore and Lady McGonagall have arrived and are waiting in the main sitting room."

"Thank you, please provide refreshments and inform them we will be there shortly." Harry told the elf.

The elf bowed and disappeared. "Shall we go down my dear?" Harry asked his wife as he stood.

"Yes, we should. I want to know how we did on our NEWTs."

Harry and Ginny arrived at the sitting room and welcomed the Headmaster and his girlfriend. The first thing they both noticed was the ring on Minnie's left finger. "Albus, you old man, did you propose to Minerva and not bother to tell anyone?" Harry asked.

"Yes I did Lord Gryffindor and she said that after dating for a year, it was time that we got serious." Albus said smiling.

Harry hugged Albus before hugging Minerva tightly. Harry really was happy for his Headmaster and Deputy Headmistress, they were the closest things he had to grandparents and he wanted them happy.

"Congratulations to you both. This calls for a celebration." Harry said. "Brent, we need champagne, we have an engagement to celebrate."

"Right away Master Harry" Brent said as he disappeared.

"While Brent is getting our champagne, where are our results?" Ginny asked.

"I thought Lord and Lady Pendragon were joining us?" Minerva asked.

"Hermione and Ron should be here any moment. Ron had to go to the SGC and drag Hermione home. Evidently some idiot shorted the amount of materials to be sent thru to one of the sanctuaries. General Hammond was not happy from what I understand." Ginny said as she passed out the drinks that were already in the room.

"I would imagine that Teal'c and Charlie were not happy either." Albus said as the fireplace flared as Ron and Hermione stepped out.

"I'm telling you Ron, when I get my hands on whoever changed that order, I am going to turn them into a troll and let Teal'c use him for target practice!" Hermione screamed.

"Hello sister, why don't you and your husband come in and join us." Harry said to his sister.

"Oh, I am so sorry Harry. Hello Ginny, Albus, Minerva. How are you doing? Is that an engagement ring?"

"Hermione, stop and breathe." Ron told her. He then turned to Albus and Minerva. "Congratulations Albus, Minerva you have my condolences." Ron said with a straight face.

Before anyone could do anything, Minerva whipped her wand out and transfigured Ron into a jackass. Albus then quickly conjured a sign and placed it around Ron's neck.

Do not Mess with A Happy Transfiguration Professor!

Harry and Ginny fell to the floor laughing. After a few moments, and numerous pictures thanks to Brent and his camera, Minerva returned Ron to normal and everyone made their way to dinner. Ron was still pink around the ears, but learned to laugh at the prank Minerva and Albus had pulled on him.

"Do you think that the Marauders and the Weasley Twins were the only pranksters who have ever attended Hogwarts?" Minerva stated evenly.

As dessert was being served, Albus pulled out the results of the NEWTs that the quartet had taken over the last month.

Dear Lord Gryffindor,

Below are the results you earned on your recently completed Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Examination (NEWT) Exams taken at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The scoring is as follows:

O-Outstanding
E-Exceeds Expectation
A-Acceptable
P-Poor
D-Dreadful
T-Troll

Where applicable, your results have been broken down into Theory and Practical scores. In these instances the first score will reflect you performance on the Theory portion of the exam and the second will reflect you performance in the Practical portion of the exam. The third score is your overall score.

NEWT Results for: Harry James Potter
School: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Date: August, 1997

Transfiguration: O-O-O
Charms : O-O-O
Potions: O-O-O
Defense Against the Dark Arts: O-O-O
Dueling: O-O-O

Spellcrafting: E-E-E

Herbology: E-E-E
Magical Law: O-O-O
Ancient Runes: O-O-O

Arithmancy: O-O-O

TOTAL 10 NEWTs

Lord Gryffindor, with the completion of your NEWTs, you have completed your wizarding education; on behalf of myself, the Wizarding Examination Board, and the Ministry of Magic, congratulations on your accomplishment, especially at this early age.

Sincerely,

Griselda Marchbanks,
Chairwitch, Wizarding Examination Board

Dear Lady Gryffindor,

Below are the results you earned on your recently completed Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Examination (NEWT) Exams taken at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The scoring is as follows:

O-Outstanding
E-Exceeds Expectation
A-Acceptable
P-Poor
D-Dreadful
T-Troll

Where applicable, your results have been broken down into Theory and Practical scores. In these instances the first score will reflect you performance on the Theory portion of the exam and the second will reflect you performance in the Practical portion of the exam. The third score is your overall score.

NEWT Results for: Ginevra Molly Potter nee Weasley
School: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Date: August, 1997

Transfiguration: E-E-E
Charms : E-E-E
Potions: E-E-E
Defense Against the Dark Arts: E-E-E
Dueling: E-E-E

Spellcrafting: E-E-E

Magical Healing E-E-E
Magical Law: E-E-E
Ancient Runes: E-E-E

Arithmancy: E-E-E

TOTAL 10 NEWTs

Lady Gryffindor, with the completion of your NEWTs, you have completed your wizarding education; on behalf of myself, the Wizarding Examination Board, and the Ministry of Magic, congratulations on your accomplishment, especially at this early age.

Sincerely,

Griselda Marchbanks,
Chairwitch, Wizarding Examination Board

Dear Lord Pendragon,

Below are the results you earned on your recently completed Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Examination (NEWT) Exams taken at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The scoring is as follows:

O-Outstanding
E-Exceeds Expectation
A-Acceptable
P-Poor
D-Dreadful
T-Troll

Where applicable, your results have been broken down into Theory and Practical scores. In these instances the first score will reflect you performance on the Theory portion of the exam and the second will reflect you performance in the Practical portion of the exam. The third score is your overall score.

NEWT Results for: Ronald Bilius Weasley
School: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Date: August, 1997

Transfiguration: E-O-E
Charms : E-O-O
Potions: A-A-A
Defense Against the Dark Arts: O-O-O
Dueling: O-O-O

Spellcrafting: A-E-E

Military Tactics O-O-O

Magical Law: E-O-E

Care of Magical Creatures: O-O-O

TOTAL 9 NEWTs

Lord Pendragon, with the completion of your NEWTs, you have completed your wizarding education; on behalf of myself, the Wizarding Examination Board, and the Ministry of Magic, congratulations on your accomplishment, especially at this early age.

Sincerely,

Griselda Marchbanks,
Chairwitch, Wizarding Examination Board

Dear Lady Pendragon,

Below are the results you earned on your recently completed Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Examination (NEWT) Exams taken at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The scoring is as follows:

O-Outstanding
E-Exceeds Expectation
A-Acceptable
P-Poor
D-Dreadful
T-Troll

Where applicable, your results have been broken down into Theory and Practical scores. In these instances the first score will reflect you performance on the Theory portion of the exam and the second will reflect you performance in the Practical portion of the exam. The third score is your overall score.

NEWT OWL Results for: Hermione Jane Weasley nee Granger
School: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Date: August, 1997

Transfiguration: O-O-O
Charms : O-O-O
Potions: E-O-O
Defense Against the Dark Arts: O-O-O
Dueling: O-E-O

Spellcrafting: O-E-E

Magical Law: E-O-E

Magical Healing: O-O-O

Ancient Runes: O-O-O

Arithmancy: E-O-O

Muggle Studies: O-O-O

TOTAL 11 NEWTs

Lady Pendragon, with the completion of your NEWTs, you have completed your wizarding education; on behalf of myself, the Wizarding Examination Board, and the Ministry of Magic, congratulations on your accomplishment, especially at this early age.

Sincerely,

Griselda Marchbanks,
Chairwitch, Wizarding Examination Board

After everyone processed what they had read, Albus stood up and removed four scrolls from his pocket. "By the power given to me as the Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, I confer upon you your diplomas." Albus handed the four former students their diplomas.

"Thank you Albus." Harry and the others said. They all talked for a few more hours before Albus and Minerva left Lionfire Hall for the night. Ron and Hermione quickly followed, returning to Little Manor. Harry and Ginny retired to bed, because they had a busy day the next day.