Ginny couldn't believe they managed to pull together such a lovely wedding in under a week. Not for the first time, she blessed having such a large wonderful family. Everyone had pitched in to help in some way, big or small.

Lily's Hogwarts friends threw her a hen's party a couple of days before. While Lily was adamant about it being a small ceremony, Ginny knew she would have liked to have some of her school friends at the wedding. Unfortunately, they would be on the train to their last year at Hogwarts. Ginny suggested to Matt he speak to one of Lily's friends about a get together, and it quickly became Lily's hens night.

Ginny had spent a whole day searching for the perfect wedding dress for Lily as well as a bridesmaid dress for Jenna and a mother-of-the-groom for herself. She'd had to soak her feet that night, as the three of them had gone from store to store. Lily was getting quite emotional with every store they departed empty handed. Finally she found the one she wanted, and she looked absolutely beautiful in it. Ginny knew both Harry and Matt would be quite emotional themselves when they saw her in it.

Jenna was quite easy going, and she was happy to go with any colour Lily wanted. Having Ginny's colouring, though, quickly cut down on colour choices. In the end, she settled for a pale dove-blue off the shoulder dress.

Molly was busy cooking up a storm with the help of Fleur and Audrey. Arthur and Ginny's brothers and nephews were clearing the grounds of the Burrow, and setting up the marquee. Victoire and Domenique were going to come to Ginny's house to do hers, Estelle's and Jenna's make-up and hair, then go do Lily's. Neville was taking care of the flowers for the bridal party and at the Burrow. Dennis Creevy was happy to return to the wizarding world to take photos for them, something he did rarely these days.

The day started out fine. Harry had intended to take Lily out for a special breakfast just for the two of them, but Lily decided she just wanted to stay home and have Harry cook one of his special breakfasts like he used to do for her when she was little. Harry was delighted to do this and spend this last precious time with his daughter.

Over at Ginny's, Matt was swimming laps in their pool nervously. He was driving Ginny and Estelle crazy, so they were quite relieved when he went to Shell Cottage to get dressed there with Teddy. From there they would go on to the Burrow.

Victoire and Domenique arrived not long after Matt's departure, and set to work on Ginny, Estelle and Jenna's hair and make-up. They were all happy with the results, so Victoire left, to go and help Teddy and Matt, and to get ready herself.

Ginny saw Jenna take the floo to Harry's. She had hoped to have a quick word to him, but Dennis had just arrived to take some photos, so she let them be. After making sure she had everything she needed, she flooed to the Burrow to help her parents with any last minute details. Matt was meeting her there, and they would have some photos together before the ceremony.

Soon it was time for the wedding to start. Ginny had ducked upstairs to her old bedroom, where Lily was getting ready.

"You look lovely," reassured Ginny.

"I feel beautiful," smiled Lily, blushing. She looked over to a nervous Harry, who was fidgeting with his tie.

"I'll talk to him," whispered Ginny to Lily, who nodded.

Ginny bypassed her daughter, telling her how grown up she looked. After the reception, Jenna was leaving for Hogwarts, accompanied by Headmistress Mcgonagall. She wouldn't be home till Christmas.

Ginny reached Harry. "Hi," she said.

"Hi," he mumbled, looking over her shoulder at Lily.

"Hey," she said, snapping her fingers in his face. This got his attention.

"Hey! Hi," he said, taking her in his arms. "I'm a bit nervous, can you tell?"

"Not at all," lied Ginny. "You look so handsome. I'll be fighting the other witches off with my wand," she said, reassembling his untidy tie.

'That's one thing you don't have to worry about," said Harry, taking her in his arms. "You look gorgeous." He kissed her gently.

"I need to go. We're about to start. It's your big moment," said Ginny.

"Merlin, don't say that," said Harry, paling.

"You'll do fine. You always have when it comes to Lily. Don't over think it. Come find me when the ceremony is over," winked Ginny.

"Count on it," said Harry.

"Daddy, it's time," said Lily.

Ginny said a quick goodbye, and went back downstairs. She was escorted down the aisle by Matt, who then waited at the front for his bride.

Ginny didn't remember much of the ceremony, only how proud Harry looked as he led Lily down the aisle and handed her to Matt. She and Hermione exchanged a smile at Harry's nervous affirmation that he was freely giving Lily to Matt, then hastily sat down. Giny was sure the ususal vows were said, and their wands crossed, but she was too busy blubbing into a hanky that Estelle pressed into her hand to hear too much.

Soon enough, Matt and Lily were smiling goofily at each other as they walked back down the aisle; husband and wife. Ginny stood and Harry escorted her to the reception, behind Jenna and Teddy. Arthur escorted Molly, and Charlie escorted Estelle.

The reception was a simple buffet style. Ginny nibbled on some of the lovely food that her mother and sisters-in-lay had baked, and snagged a few glasses of champagne. Harry was nearby, keeping a close eye on how many drinks she was having.

Lily and Matt came over to her. "Mum, I'd like to dance with you," said Matt, his eyes shining so brightly.

"And me with you, Dad," smiled Lily. Harry smiled at her, taking her in his arms and dancing away.

Matt took Ginny in his arms, and they followed Harry and Lily. Ginny looked at him with pride in her eyes. "The first time we danced together you were five years old," she murmured, allowing the tears to roll down her cheeks. You wore a dark blue suit and complained that your tie was choking you. You looked so handsome and grown-up."

Matt chuckled. "Aunt Hermione and Uncle Ron's wedding."

"Your Dad and I had just finished dancing and you walked over to me with this very grown up air and asked if I would dance with you. I think I cried then," said Ginny.

"You cry at every wedding," he teased gently. "I remember you told me I was a better dancer than Dad. I was pretty chuffed about that. Hey, this won't be our last dance. You and Harry might have a wedding."

"Please, not now. I can't handle any more," sniffed Ginny.

Matt kissed her cheek. "Mum, I never told you enough, but I love you."

They danced over to Harry and Lily and changed partners.

"This is the best reception ever," said Ginny, tearfully.

Harry looked at her. "How much champagne have you had?"

"Not enough," sighed Ginny. She rested her head on Harry's chest, finding comfort in his heartbeat. He held her close as she watched Matt approach Jenna, and the siblings danced. Seeing them together, friends as well as siblings, filled Ginny's heart with joy that she had some pretty terrific kids.

Soon it was time for Matt and Lily to leave. Harry and Ginny had organised a romantic week-long honeymoon in Paris, staying at a well known wizarding hotel. Ginny and Jenna had helped Lily get changed, while Matt used the time to thank his grandparents for letting them have the wedding at their home.

It took them another half an hour for the couple to go around and say goodbye to everyone individually, leaving Harry and Ginny for last. Ginny tears fell freely again as she hugged Matt, then Lily.

"Harry, make sure she doesn't drink any more champagne, okay?" Matt asked his new father-in-law. "She can get pretty sad when she's sloshed."

"I'll keep an eye on her," promised Harry.

The two men looked at each other, then moved forward to hug each other.

"I'll take good care of Lil," murmured Matt.

"I know you will. I guess we're trading ladies," replied Harry, softly so only Matt could hear.

They broke apart; Matt breaking out in a broad grin. "Yeah, I think we are. I'm good with that if you are?"

Harry clapped him on the back. "Go, your bride is waiting for you." He stepped back to Ginny's side, drawing her under one arm, and Estelle under his other.

They all watched as the Portkey lit up, and the happy couple were zipped away. Ginny and Estelle looked at each other, and turned into Harry's chest to begin sobbing.

"Good thing it's such a manly chest," chuckled Harry.

"It's not bad. I'm going to sit and have a cup of tea with Molly," said Estelle, dabbing at her eyes.

"What does she know? It's a very manly chest," sighed Ginny, running her hands over it as Harry turned to her. He took her in his arms, his hands at the base of her spine.

"We're joined forever now," said Ginny. "Our kids are married, and there's a grandchild on the way."

"We're joined in more ways than that," said Harry, swaying her gently.

"Yep. You're not getting rid of me now," smiled Ginny, her hands around his neck.

"Good. Now, how soon can we get out of here? We both have empty houses, seems we should be making the most of that," smirked Harry.

"Be a love, and grab a bottle of champagne for us to take with us," said Ginny. "We need to toast our future, too."

"I like the sound of that," whispered Harry, his mouth close to her ear. "It took the kids half an hour to circulate and thank everyone. Let's see if we can do it in twenty minutes."

"You guys aren't thinking of making a break for it, are you?" asked Hermione, dancing past with Ron.

"Who, us?" asked Harry, trying to put Hermione off the trail.

"Hell yes," said Ginny at the same time.

"You need to get your stories straight," smirked Ron.

"Oh, Jenna's getting ready to leave. Excuse me, everyone. Harry, remember what I said," said Ginny, winking at him.

"So when are you going to collect your car?" asked Ron. "I don't mind driving it back for you again." Harry had left the Corvette at theirs after Ron and his brothers took Harry out to a pub while Matt had his bachelor party.

"Fine, fine," said Harry, not taking much notice.

The three watched Ginny go over to speak to Minerva, and thank her for allowing Jenna this concession. Jenna had changed into her school robes and was saying goodbye to her grandparents and Estelle, before stopping to hug Harry and whisper in his ear. Then she made her way over to her mum.

"I'm going to miss you, Jen," said Ginny, hugging her tightly. "Study hard, and enjoy Hogsmeade. Good luck with Quidditch try-outs, owl me when you know how you went."

"I will. Bye Mum. It was a great wedding. I still can't believe my big brother is married," smiled Jenna.

"Ready, Miss Diggory," said Minerva.

Jenna took one last look at Harry over Ginny's shoulders. He nodded slightly to her, so she smiled and looked back at her mum. "I'm ready." She took her headmistress' arm.

With a dramatic flair, Minerva Apparated her and Jenna to Hogwarts, where they were just in time for the usual first day speeches. Jenna joined the Gryffindor table, assuring her cousins that the wedding had gone splendidly.

Back at the Burrow, with a stolen bottle of champagne, Harry and Ginny made their escape, leaving the family to party well into the night.