AN: This is the chapter that seems to be pretty long.:D Had the most fun with this one. For those who like the story {Even though there's only two chapters xD}, I'm doing a special features, which will contain extra things, like the dress Luna wears, the bridesmaids dress, and the letters her friends sent her :D

SUMMARY: It's been six years since Phoenix had last seen the one who tore her down, and it was hard to deal with. Now that she's 23 and has her life on track, she's putting her family first by getting a job with the Quibbler after she quits her ministry job, and is the maid of honor at her sister's wedding. But when an unexpected guest arrives, Phoenix's feelings go on a turn...

DISCLAIMER: I don dot, and never will, own Harry potter. the only character that belongs to me is Phoenix. The rest belongs to JKR. :)

CHAPTER 2!

I invited Draco in, and he too a seat on the sofa. "Do you read the Quibbler often?" I'd asked, trying to keep conversation with him.

"Sometimes I do. Brings back some memories. I always remember you when I read the Quibbler", He said. I stopped washing dishes to smile at him. Even though I was sure we was saying bullshit.

"So, you're telling me that you think about me sometimes. Does your wife know about this?" I asked, getting back to my job. He shrugged,

"I don't have a wife", He stated, opening the magazine on the coffee table. The Quibbler.

"You didn't marry Pansy Parkinson?" I asked. He almost laughed,

"Oh God no. Last I heard, she married a Pure-blood and they're in France now. I don't know. We haven't talked in years. Say, are you actually okay with washing the dishes?" He asked.

"Yes, I am. I and Luna have been the women of the house since my mother passed. I'd rather make my own bed because someone else might now know how to do it. You know what I mean, right?" I asked. He shook his head.

"I haven't made one bed in my entire life", He admitted. He sure changed form when we were teenagers. He could actually admit to things.

"Well, one day, when your house elf is fed up with you, you'll be making your own bed. And don't bother hiring French Maids either. They don't wear those frilly little dresses, nor do they sleep with people for a larger tip", I said.

"I think you would hit me if I even tried to do that", He muttered. Of course I would.

"So, would you like a dose of real life?" I asked. He quirked an eyebrow, "I mean, wash dishes with me?" I stated. He sighed.

"I kind of have to, don't I?" He asked. I nodded, and laughed when he rolled up his sleeves and took a dish. He couldn't do it. Thank god he had a house elf that could though.

"You seem to be having fun", I smirked. He sighed.

"I admire you, Phoenix. You know how to wash dishes", Draco joked. He was being too friendly. It mad her a bit suspicious.

"Could I ask you a question, Draco?" I'd asked. He nodded.

"Shoot".

"Why exactly did you talk to me at the wedding, last night? Why did you even come? I don't recall you being on the list", I raised an eyebrow.

"It was a wedding. I never lost touch with Luna after we broke up. She was the one to fill me in on what you were up to. When you said... You loved me, and then you left me, that am when it hit home. You never gave me the chance to respond", He explained, I rubbed my face with my sleeve.

"Because I stood there, looking at you, for 5 minutes and you didn't respond. Stop making me look like the bad guy", I grumbled, drying one of the dishes. The oven made a click, and I smiled.

"Food's ready!" I smiled, putting on my mitts, and taking out the pie, "Hope you like Chicken Pot Pie. It's actually really good. My mom used to...", and then that was it. I broke down in tears. I could only speak about her so many times before becoming sad. I walked out of the room, leaving the food to cool, before going to my father's office. He saw me leaning against the doorway, and he smiled,

"Why's my sunflower sad?" He asked. That's what he called me; His sunflower. Because of my eyes. To him, my pupils were outlines with sunflowers. Much like his. But mine were more noticeable. [AN: Sorry about the two lines about eyes. Really, that's not what I was trying to do. Plus, the traits with the eyes listed there are NOT rare. All my brown eyed friends are like that. ;P]

That's how he described my eyes to people, taking hours to talk about them. He does that with Luna's too.

I personally just say that they're brown.

"I was just thinking about mum", I sighed. He got up and kissed my forehead, "I smell your delicious cooking. It's like... Never mind", He mumbled, and we walked to the kitchen. Draco stood there, hands in the pockets of his black dress pants. He set up the plates for me. I smiled at him. Maybe it was fate, me and him. Maybe we were supposed to windup together. That's why he came to the wedding.

"Smells good", Draco smiled, pointing to the food. My father smiled, "Is that really you Draco? You got taller, and it looks like you eat! Not a lot, but you do eat!" My dad marveled. Draco smiled at him,

Don't harass him with questions, Dad. Sit down and have some food", I smiled, placing it on their plates. I sat on the couch, reading the quibbler, pretending to be busy. 2 minutes later, I heard my father compliment, along with Draco.

"Amazing cook, she is", I head Draco say. I smiled slightly at this, "I know. Thank god I was her around. I burn water", Xeno said.

I stood up from the sofa, and stood up, standing by the window. The snow was falling lightly, and I smiled as I looked at my favorite Season of all time. I put on my furry boots, jacket, mittens, and earmuffs.

"Where are you going?" Draco asked.

"Just off to take a walk, you don't need to worry. If you'd like you could tag along, Draco. You don't need to. Though you could always just stay and talk with my dad", I sighed.

"I'll go, why not?" He said, putting on his coat and shoes. I closed the door behind me, smiling as my father sent a wink at us. Sometimes he could be the source of the world's most embarrassing moments. At least he wasn't like those over protective dads. He was... Just him. I sighed, putting my hands in the pockets of my white jacket.

"So... Your parents... When am I going to see them again?" I asked, trying to break the intense silence occurring.

"They'll be renewing their vows with the family next week. If you'd like you could come by and watch", Draco offered. I smiled. Even though his parents weren't much fond of me then, I admired how the two of them were very in love.

"I'd love to. Have you asked them to? I mean... They weren't happy with your choice last time, were they?" I smiled.

"Nope. But things have changed. I've changed, you've changed. They're getting old. And have anxiety for..."-

"You to settle down with someone?" I asked, "I'm going though the same thing. I find its worse when you're a female", I sighed, moving her blond hair out of her face. The wind had been blowing in her face, making it go everywhere.

"That's exactly it. And I don't think you could judge that, it being more difficult for a female", He said jokingly, "You've never been a male as far as I'm concerned".

"You're right, I haven't. But still", I laughed lightly.

"So you're coming, right?" He asked, "I think you should come meet them again. My parents. Maybe things will go better this time", He smiled hopefully. I wanted to meet them again. I really wanted things to work this time around. It wasn't fun when they didn't.

"Yeah, perfect. We could go out for dinner. There's a nice place around here somewhere", I smiled.

"I was thinking you come to my house. It's easier to find. It's the biggest one on the street", He smirked. Of course it would be. He was Draco Malfoy. Good would never be good enough.

"Sure, when?" I asked.

"7, this Thursday. That's the anniversary of-",

"6 years, 2 months, and 2 weeks", I grinned. He though out well.

"Yes. I've been learning to calculate quickly like you", He said. I shook my head.

"Quite the charmer you are, Malfoy. Now I know why I agreed to be with you", I sighed, thinking about the days when we were in Hogwarts. No joking, everything between them was magic. It was a feeling that I would pay all the galleons in the world for.

"I think we should go back to the house. Who knows what my dad might do when he's left alone", I smiled, laughing lightly. We turned around, heading in the opposite direction of the wind. It felt better. My face wasn't as cold.

"Luna sent us letters!" Xenophilius cheered, and I laughed at how happy he got whenever we got mail, "There's on for you, and one for me. Rolf sent you one too!" He smiled, handing me my two envelopes. Draco had left about an hour ago, and Luna's owl, Specificus, came flying to our door. We let him in and fed him a little before I went to the den to read them.

Dear Phoenix,

Thank you so much for booking our honeymoon in Ireland. The flight there was quite boring, but it was worth it. There are beautiful sights around here, and I've come across some of mum's old friends, who wished us the best of luck. Rolf has been enjoying it too, mostly all the food.

"We ran into Lavender and Seamus this morning. They were living in the condo beside us. I don't know if Seamus ever sent you a letter, but Lavender's pregnant now. It's amazing to see what happened to our friends since we left Hogwarts. I smiled whenever I think of it.

Rolf and I have another thing on our list. We're planning on buying a house close to dad's, so that when you get married and have kids you won't have to take care of him as much.

Speaking of marriage, I know. Draco wasn't on the list for the wedding, but I just had to slip him on there while you weren't looking. You and he were perfect for each other, but you left each other. I never lost contact with him. I always told him what you were up to. I know you still have feelings for him. Don't hold them back. 6 years, 2 months, a week and 4 days can have an effect on someone, but I know that you're strong.

Well, I best am going now, its dinner time. Rolf and I send all the love in the world to you and dad. Make sure you say hello to the others to me.

With Love and pixie dust,

Luna Scamander.

I smiled as I saw the lat name of hers at the bottom of a paper, with the small smiley face attached to its side. I put the envelope on my desk and opened up the next one from Rolf.

Dear My New Sister in Law,

The food here is amazing. So is the wine. I can't thank you enough for planning out this beautiful vacation for me. It's a nice break from real life. We owe you big time. I heard that Luna was trying to do some matchmaking for you yesterday at the wedding with Draco Malfoy. Hope it's going well. I was planning on setting up 1, 000, 000 blind dates for you, but it doesn't seem like a need to.

Don't know if you're aware of it, but Luna's been sick lately. I mean, last night was the first night and she threw up after I kissed her. Don't think she could be pregnant just yet, do you?

Any who, you must tell Xenophilius I said hi, and that I hope he's doing well. Make sure you say thanks to the Weasley's for me as well. The gift was wonderful.

Luna and I love you very much, as well Xeno. Kisses and Hugs to both of you.

With Love and dragons,

Rolf Scamander.

So much like Rolf to write like that. I instantly got to work on Luna's reply.

Dearest Luna and Rolf Scamander. ,

Dad and I miss you very much. We're so happy for you and Rolf and can't wait to see what the future has in store for you. Maybe a few nieces and nephews for me?

Draco came over for lunch. I made chicken pot pie. Mum's recipe. From what I heard, he and dad loved it. Went for a walk, and talked a little. I don't like the feeling. I don't think I want to see him again. It was like reliving something I didn't want to.

I'm Quitting my job in the ministry. I'm going to take over the Quibbler with Dad and possibly apply for a job as a professor. All I know is that I can't take the job I have now. It's lifeless.

I'm happy you're having a good time on your honeymoon. Irish food is supposed to be delicious, Rolf.

But About Draco... I think I might have to see him again. He asked me to go to his parents' renewal. I just hope it goes well this time around. His parents were main reason for parting.

I fed Specificus, no worries. We Love you!

With Love and pixie dust,

Phoenix Lovegood. .

I closed the letter and handed it to Specificus, who was flying away happily. I watched him leave out of the window, spreading his lovely wings, while airborne. I sighed happily. My father came down to the living room once again, holding up more letters.

"They're From Lavender and Seamus, Harry and Ginny, Neville and Hannah, and Hermione and Ron", He said, "I think they contain something important".

I headed down to the den again, to write more letters to them. My wrists were hurting thinking of it.

[Sorry about all the letters, but her friends are getting curious. xD]

Dear Phoenix,

Lavender and I are having a baby! It's been a year, and she's finally done it. She's 2months right now. We've been on a small vacation because of the work stress we got. Any who, We'll be back in Britain in about a month.

We would've asked you so much sooner and in person; But we would like you to be the god mother to him or her. Dean agreed to be the God father.

How's the soul; searching been for you? Have you found anyone yet?

Sorry to be giving such a short letter, but It's just that we're having so much fun I can hardly catch my breathe.

Love,

Seamus and Lavender Finnigan.

Too many letters form all of them, but I couldn't really blame them much. Back when we were in Hogwarts, I wasn't friends with Ginny, Hermione, Harry, Hannah, or Lavender; Just Ron, Neville and Seamus, seeing as I'd known them before I went to Hogwarts. The twins, Fred and George were also my friends. And they were positive I'd be a Ravenclaw or a Gryffindor. But I ended up in Slytherin. This made me find my inner bitch. There was a side of me that was rude, cold, and unpleasant. And I didn't know it existed. I didn't have too many friends in Slytherin because I was quiet and most thought I was Loopy and soft. But Blaise was one of them... And eventually, Draco came along. My friendships I'd made before Hogwarts had sucumed to almost nothing until the day I left Malfoy. I had to work hard to get them back, but it was worth it.

But enough rambling on about the past. It's over now.

And it was ALMOST completely behind me until Draco talked to me at my sister's wedding. She was going to get it, I swear.

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