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Simple Kind of Life

By Black Rapture

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Disclaimer: All Harry Potter characters, locations, and other indicia belong to J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers. The songs Simple Kind of Life by No Doubt and Best Years of Our Lives by Baha Men belong to them, respectively, and any other persons or companies owning their names/trademarks, etc.

Title Origin(s): The song Simple Kind of Life, lyrics of which can be found below, inspired the title of this story. All chapter titles are taken from song titles, lyrics of which will also be featured below.

Warning: This story was written before the release of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, and therefore does not follow its canon.

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All I wanted was the simple things
A simple kind of life
And all I needed was a simple man
So I could be a wife

- Simple Kind of Life, No Doubt

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Chapter 10 – Best Years of Our Lives

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I get such a thrill when you look in my eyes
My heart skips a beat, girl, I feel so alive
Please tell me baby if all this is true
'Cause deep down inside all I wanted was you
Oh, makes me want to dance
Oh, it's a new romance
Oh, I look into your eyes
Oh, best years of our lives
When we first met I could hardly believe
The things that would happen and we could achieve
So let's be together through all of our time
You know I'm so thankful that you are still mine

-Best Years of Our Lives, Baha Men

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"I can't believe this!" Angelina shrieked as she entered the living room. It had a shiny hardwood floor and light blue walls. It was already fully furnished with a large black sofa, a matching loveseat, and two recliners. It also had an expensive oak entertainment center stocked with a television, VCR, DVD player, stereo, and large speakers placed strategically about the room. Three oak bookshelves matching the entertainment center stood on the far wall, stocked with many useful magical books about cooking, Herbology, Potions, Transfiguration, and Charms, just to name a few. End tables sat in various places with pricey lamps and even a telephone, much to Fred's confusion.

"What's that?" Fred asked, pointing to the telephone.

"I'll explain it later." Angelina told him.

They wandered into the kitchen and Angelina was delighted with all the wonderful muggle contraptions. They were only strange to Fred, as Angelina was half-muggle. The floor had white tiles with small flowers on them and the walls were white with the same flower pattern as the tiles lining the top. It had polished gray marble counters and a built-in sink with fancy silver taps. A large refrigerator was in one corner, and it also had a dishwasher, stove, oven, microwave, toaster oven, and food processor. Once again, Fred looked absolutely entranced while Angelina just looked excited, no doubt she couldn't wait to get her hands on some of her new appliances.

Next, they wandered into the adjoining dining room and Fred marveled at the crystal chandelier hanging over the fancy oak table with intricate designs on the edges and legs. The matching chairs were also had interesting things carved into the legs, arms, and backs. This room had royal blue carpet and the cream-colored walls had curvy gold designs trimming the top and bottom. The bathroom was next and it was not a disappointment either. It had light-brownish tile, pale gray, almost white walls, and black counters with a built-in sink with gold taps. There was also a large shower and a bathtub that matched the counters with the same kind of gold taps.

"Let's go upstairs!" Angelina suggested. Harry, Draco, and Denise led the way so they could show them which rooms were which. They showed them into the upstairs bathroom first.

It had white tiles, peach walls, and jade counters. It had a white sink with silver taps. The bathtub was also white with matching silver taps. The shower was similar to the one downstairs. Next, they led them into an impressive study. It had pale green walls, dark moss carpet, and a large oak desk that looked like an antique. Upon the desk was something that completely bewildered Fred.

"What the bloody hell is that?" Fred asked, pointing at the strange object.

"It's called a computer." Harry explained, "Angelina will tell you about it later."

There were also several bookcases at another end of the room with more magical books, only these were on subjects like business, history, and art. There was also an expensive stereo with two speakers on either side. There was one guest room with beige carpet, light gold walls, and a beautifully carved, four-poster bed with a dark blue comforter. They were surprised to be led into a nursery afterwards.

"What's this for?" Angelina inquired.

"We doubt you'll be stopping at one!" Draco replied, as if it were the most obvious thing in the world. Angelina just smiled and scanned over the playfully-decorated room. It had bright yellow walls with black moons, stars, and shooting stars. The carpet was beige carpet also and a white crib stood in one corner. There was also a changing table and a large chest filled with toys. Both Fred and Angelina were delighted with Victoria's bedroom. She probably wouldn't use most of it until she was older, but it was totally her, bright and girly. Pink walls with purple hearts here and there, peach carpet, a small TV, a stereo, a small bookshelf, and a single bed with a pale pink headboard and purple comforter.

"Next stop, your room." Denise informed them. Fred and Angelina glanced at one another and grinned. The room was beautiful. Dark crimson carpet and forest green walls. A huge, dark oak bed with a large canopy and dark green comforter. It also had a bookshelf, stereo, and TV. The master bathroom was obviously made for Angelina. It had lilac walls and blue tiles. The white marble counter had a built in sink and the bathtub was enormous, the shower was similar to the other two.

"So?" Draco inquired with a raised eyebrow.

"You guys are the best." Angelina sniffed, tears coming to here eyes.

"Let's get out of here before she starts the waterworks." Harry teased.

"We should get back, I'm sure everyone really wants to know what you think of it." Denise said.

"They all knew!" Fred cried. Harry, Draco, and Denise nodded. Fred and Angelina huffed and soon they were all on their way back to the Burrow. Mrs. Weasley was the first to greet them.

"Enjoy your present?" she asked. After many thanks and much hugging, everyone was seated around the dinner table, Victoria in Angelina's arms. They moved into their new home the following weekend and had a large party. All of their best school friends were their, along with some select professors including McGonagall, and to their delight, Dumbledore had tagged along. More hugging and lots of congratulations followed. All was well.

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On Victoria's fourth birthday, everyone was gathered around Fred and Angelina Weasley's dining room table, singing Happy Birthday to her. Victoria took a deep breath and blew out her candles.

"What'd you wish for?" asked George.

"Don't be stupid, Uncle George! If I tell you it won't come true!" Victoria said matter-of-factly. George laughed.

"Well, I have a little surprise of my own." Angelina announced. Fred raised an eyebrow at her. The entire table turned to look at her with questioning looks.

"I'm pregnant." she said happily. Everyone gasped.

"Yay! I'm getting a little sister!" Victoria shrieked.

"Or a little brother." Fred reminded her. Victoria looked disgusted at the very idea.

"Eew! I hope not! Boys are yucky." she informed everyone. They just laughed.

"Well, we'll just have to see." Angelina smiled.

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