Harry and Ginny came back from their honeymoon five days later. They both had a wonderful tan and were glowing with happiness and bliss.

"We're home!" Ginny yelled as they stepped into the Burrow. They were soon joined with hugs and cheers. They would be staying and gathering their things from the Burrow, then moving to a new house not far from the family.

"So? Where did you go? Did you guys have fun?" Hermione asked anxiously.

"OH it was absolutely wonderful! Harry took us to America! To a place called, uhh what was it called again honey?" Ginny asked Harry.

"Miami, Florida. We went there and had a great time!" Harry told everyone.

"OH, I've always wanted to go there! My parents and I planned to go there, but decided not to go. I bet it was absolutely amazing! Congratulations you two though, you guys enjoying marriage life?" Hermione asked the newlyweds.

"Yes, we love it. I'm so glad we finally got married!" Ginny said and gave her husband a kiss. "Well, we already stopped by the new house before we got here. We will be leaving in three days." Ginny announced. Hermione went up to Ginny's room to help her pack, while Harry and Ron sat on the couch and caught up.

"So, how was it?" Hermione asked. She wanted to know all about their honeymoon, mostly because she couldn't wait until her honeymoon.

"It was beautiful. Harry booked us a hotel right near the beach, and we just, well I won't reveal too much considering Harry is one of your best friends." Ginny laughed.

"That's good thanks! Well I'm glad you had a great time! I'm so happy for the both of you! So have you two talked kids yet?" Hermione asked.

"Umm yea we actually did. We just don't know when yet. When are you and Ron getting married huh?" Ginny asked. She was happy that Hermione and Ron were together, she couldn't picture them both with anyone else.

"Like I said at your wedding, whenever we're both ready. But I definitely would love to get married and grow old with him. I just don't know if he's ready." Hermione confessed.

"Trust me, Hermione, he's ready. More than ready. He's told me before. But you two can take your time there's absolutely no rush." Ginny told Hermione. "But what are you doing for your birthday? It's in two days. Anything special planned?"

"I don't know. I'm only turning 21." Hermione said.

"Turning 21 is wonderful! You can actually go out and party! Does RON have anything planned?" Ginny said raising her eyebrows.

Hermione laughed "I really don't know. He doesn't have to do so much. I don't mind just going to dinner or something."

"I'm sure Ron will do something VERY special. He's been head over heels in love for three and a half years now." Ginny said smiling. Hermione couldn't help but wonder. What was he planning? Well she definitely didn't want to ask, she wanted to be surprised. This really got Hermione excited and anxious.

After Hermione and Ginny finished packing her things, they went downstairs to catch up with the boys. Then came dinner. Ginny and Harry were upstairs most likely snogging like crazy. They would start loading their things into their new home by tomorrow. Hermione and Ron sat on the couch relaxing.

"SO you're birthday's coming up." Ron tried to start the conversation.

"Yes. What about it?" Hermione knew Ron probably was planning something.

"Just saying. I might have something planned." Ron admitted. What Ron was really planning was a nice little dinner and then he was going to ask Hermione to marry him.

"Like what?" Hermione asked anxiously.

"Surprise." Ron said. Hermione hates when he does that. But Ron always seemed to give the best surprised. Now she really couldn't wait. Ron excused himself and said he was going to the bathroom, but really, he was going to his room to check out the ring. He knocked on the door and sure enough, Ginny was in there with Harry. He knocked on the door and he heard the rustle of Harry and Ginny.

"Just a minute" Harry said. Ron rolled his eyes; he couldn't wait for them to finally get their home, for their sake anyway. A minute later, Harry opened the door and Ginny was sitting on the bed.

"Sorry, I just wanted to check on something." Ron said. "By the way, you two couldn't have used Ginny's room. Seriously, I can't wait till you both leave, no offense." Ron said.

"None taken. What are you looking for anyways?" Harry asked. Ron couldn't hold this secret on forever. He had to tell somebody. "Well, since you two are here. I need to tell you both something." Ron said and went over to close the door. "Promise, you won't say ANYTHING!" Ron said to them.

They both promise and Ron continued. "Well, Hermione and I have been dating for three and a half years now, and I think it's finally time that we make it official." Ron took out a red velvet box and Ginny automatically knew what that meant.

"YOU'RE GOING T—" Ron interrupted her. "YES Ginny, I'm going to ask Hermione to marry me. On her birthday of course." Harry hugged Ron and said "Congratulations Ron. I'm extremely happy for you both. Hermione will be thrilled." Ginny was next and tightly hugged her brother.

"OH MY GOODNESS I KNEW IT! I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU BOTH RONALD!" Ginny said and let go of Ron. "I want to see the ring!" Ginny was more happy than Ron was. Ron opened the red velvet box and in it was a beautiful white diamond. It was pretty big as well.

"WOW, that is amazing! Almost as amazing as my ring!" Ginny said.

"So, how are you going to propose?" Harry asked. Ron thought about this for a long time and knew what he was going to do.

"I was thinking to take her on a fun day at the beach, we can watch the sunset, and then I'll propose to her." Ron said. "What do you think?" Ron wanted Harry and Ginny's honest opinion.

"I think it's absolutely adorable! That's a magnificent way to propose!" Ginny said with excitement.

"Good. I just hope she'll say yes, I'll look like a complete idiot if she says no." Ron said. He loved Hermione with all his heart and to make Hermione his wife, would mean so much to him.

"She will mate don't worry. She loves you so much. OH GOD now you've got me excited!" Harry said. All three of them laughed and continued talking about the proposal, the wedding, and their future. Soon they would all really be family.


The next day, Ron and Hermione headed to Hermione's parent's home to visit. Since they were going there, Ron wanted to ask Hermione's dad for permission to marry Hermione. He definitely didn't want to make a bad impression of himself. They arrived and were greeted by her parents.

"Hello Ronald! How nice to see you!" Hermione's mum said.

"Nice to see you both! It's been so long, it's great to see you guys again!" Ron responded.

"Of course, it's always nice to do so. Well come, sit." Hermione's dad said. Hermione and her mum went to sit down. But Ron grabbed Mr. Granger and said "Umm sir, can we talk for a moment." He nodded and they went into Mr. Granger's office. Hermione noticed that they were both missing but it didn't seem to bother her. Mr. Granger closed the door behind him and they both sat down.

"Well, what seems to be the problem Ronald?" He asked Ron.

"There is no problem sir, but I wanted to ask you something, something quite important." Ron told him. Mr. Granger raised his eyebrows and said "Really? Well go ahead and tell me Ronald, I'll be glad to help."

"Well, Hermione and I, as you know, have been dating for three and a half years now, and I love your daughter very much. She has changed my life completely. I can definitely see us going further and I wanted to ask for your permission if I could marry your daughter." Ron waited for an answer and saw the smile on Hermione's dad's face.

"Well I knew this was coming sooner or later. I am glad that you decided to come to me for permission Ron, that was very brave and kind of you. I am aware that you two have been together for a while, you two have known each other half your lives, and I love that you have made my daughter so happy over the past 10 years. I thank you so much for that. And I have to say when she first told me that she had a boyfriend, I wasn't really happy, no father is when their daughter tells them that they are in a relationship. But, once I met you and got to know you, I knew Hermione had made a wonderful choice. And I clearly see that you two love each other so much. But I am glad that Hermione chose you and is with you. I can't really imagine her with anyone else really. Even though, Hermione, you and your family are different from us, I still see you as family. I don't want your family to at all feel any different towards us. We are just as loving and caring. But, back to the point, I will be extremely delighted if you ask Hermione to be your wife. And yes, I give you permission Ronald, I would be honored to have you as my son-in-law. But take care of her, she is my only little girl." Mr. Granger had thought long and hard about this and was happy that Ron would be Hermione's husband. Ron got up and shook his hand.

"Thank you so much sir! I promise I definitely will not disappoint you or do anything to hurt Hermione." Ron said with excitement. He was glad he got that over with.

"Good, I'm very happy for both of you." Mr. Granger said smiling. Now, all Ron had to do was wait for tomorrow to come.


Before Ron knew it, it was Hermione's birthday. This day will forever lead to their future. He was extremely nervous, mostly because he didn't know what her answer would be. But if she did say yes, it would make his world. Ron walked downstairs and found Hermione reading a book. He walked up behind her and kissed her on the cheek. "Only you would read a book. Even after you received your NEWT's. Happy birthday love" Ron said. Hermione laughed and turned around. She stood and walked closer to Ron and said "I enjoy reading thank you very much! It keeps me busy! AND THANK YOU RONALD" Hermione said.

"I'll keep you busy." Ron said in a seductive voice and kissed her. Hermione laughed and backed away. "RON! Your family is in the house!" Hermione laughed.

"So? Does it matter? We kiss when their all around anyways." Ron said.

"Either way! It's just awkward." Hermione said and sat back down with her book. Ron laughed and went to sit down next to her. "So what do you want to do for your birthday?" Ron asked.

"It doesn't need to be anything special." Hermione told him, but she knew Ron already had something planned for her. She didn't want to be fussy about it though.

"Well too bad, because I have our day planned out already." Ron said. Hermione tried to look shocked and surprised.

"Really? What are we doing?" Hermione said.

"Surprise. But all I'm telling you is we're going to the beach. So get your things ready, we're going to head out in an hour." Ron told her. Hermione nodded and did so. She went upstairs and started to pack a bag for the beach. She grabbed her red bikini her mum got for her, sandals, sun block, and a blue elegant beach dress. She went downstairs and packed for some food. Ron packed his stuff, especially the ring. He shoved it in sweater pocket and went downstairs. Ron went downstairs and said "Ready?" Hermione nodded and they took off.

They landed on warm soft sand and clear ocean waters. It was wonderfully sunny and hot. "Where are we?" Hermione asked.

They both continued walking and Ron said "We are at Eastern Beach, London. I picked this spot because I've never been here and I've always wanted to come, so here we are." Ron said. They found a perfect spot and set up their spot. They put down towels and laid everything out. Hermione already had her swimsuit on underneath her sundress and Ron already had his shirt off. She took off her sundress and revealed her nice fit body.

"Goodness Hermione, you're going to be the death of me one day." Ron said while staring at Hermione. She looked absolutely stunning. Ron couldn't wait till she was hers forever. Hermione laughed and began to apply sun block on herself.

"Would you like some?" Hermione asked.

"Nah, I'm all set." Ron insisted.

"I insist that you at least put some on. If we're going to be here all day, you're going to get burned in this heat." Hermione said while trying to apply some on her back. "Ron can you help me?" Hermione asked him. Ron nodded and got some sun block in his hand and applied it on Hermione's back. Ron did it on her upper back and back arms.

"Thanks" Hermione said. Hermione proceeded and laid down on the towel to tan. Ron immediately interrupted her and said "Nope, you are not sleeping!" Ron grabbed her arm and said "We are going in the water!"

"Ron no! It's probably freezing!" Hermione said. Ron nodded no and lifted her bridal style while Hermione tried to get out of his arms laughing. Ron ran into the water with Hermione in his arms and spun her around in the water. The water wasn't that cold, it was quite warm. He dropped her in and she tried to pull Ron in the water as well. They both laughed and splashed in the water with each other for a while. Hermione wrapped her legs around Ron's waist and kissed him.

"Today's going to be a great day huh?" Hermione said.

"It sure is." Ron noticed the irony in that sentence, considering Hermione really had no idea what Ron was planning. He kissed her back and they both got out of the water to eat lunch. They dried off and Hermione set up lunch. She packed some sandwiches and a couple butterbeers. They talked and joked for a couple hours while eating lunch, before a group of waiters came down the beach singing happy birthday. They were coming towards Hermione and Ron and eventually Hermione figured out that they were singing for her. Everyone on the beach noticed and began singing as well, including Ron. Hermione blew out her candles and they both ate cake.

"Thank you Ron! How did you manage to do that?" Hermione asked him.

"I have my ways." Ron said. Hermione smiled and gave him a kiss.

"You really are amazing, you know that?" Hermione couldn't help but say this day could not be better. They finished eating the cake and spent the rest of the afternoon talking and cuddling. Before Ron knew it, sunset was almost here, and Ron was definitely getting nervous. He started to shake and sweat.

"Ron are you alright?" Hermione asked.

"Yes, I'm …fine." Ron told her. OK calm down Ron, calm down he told himself. He reached for his sweater and felt the ring box still in there. He needed Hermione to be distracted so he could grab it.

"Hey Hermione, why don't you pack this up, and we'll go for a walk." Ron said. Hermione nodded and did so. When she turned around, Ron quickly went into his sweater pocket and grabbed the box and shoved it into his short pockets. He turned back to Hermione and helped her clean up and then they headed out for a walk. They left their stuff but put a protective charm over it so it looked invisible.

Hermione grabbed his arm and rest her head on his shoulder while they walked along the shore. "Thank you so much Ron, I couldn't have asked for anything better." Ron smiled and looks at the sky. It was nearly sunset and he knew he had to do it now. They continued to walk a few more steps and Ron stopped Hermione.

He turned her to him so that they were facing each other and said "Hermione, I love you so much. Every single day with you has been so special. I know we fight at times, but it only has made us stronger. I am who I am today because of you. I hope you had a great birthday Hermione, and I hope to spend more birthdays with you." With that, Ron got on one knee, pulled out the velvet box and said "I can't imagine my life with anyone else, but you. You have always been my best friend and love. From the moment we met on the train, till now, I have loved you. I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you. Hermione Granger, will you marry me?" Hermione was covering her mouth with her hand and was crying. Hermione nodded her head and smiled "YES! A MILLION TIMES YES!" Hermione jumped and Ron grabbed the ring and put it on Hermione's finger. Hermione stared at it in awe and then kissed Ron. He spun her around and kissed her back.

"I love you so much Hermione!" Ron said to her. Their foreheads were touching and they couldn't wait to tell everyone.

"I love you too Ron, so much. Thank you for a wonderful birthday. This definitely beats out the rest!" Hermione said and gave him another passionate kiss. They returned home and told everyone. Everyone was so thrilled for both of them of course. Ginny ran to Hermione and gave her a huge hug. Not only were they best friends, they would soon be sister-in-laws. Harry hugged them both and congratulated them. Molly and Arthur were more even more thrilled.

"WOW another wedding to be planned, I can't wait!" Molly said with happiness. Hermione and Ron looked at each other and they both just smiled.

From this moment, things will begin to change between them. They will soon be husband and wife. And they both couldn't wait to start the next chapter of their lives together.