A few weeks later
At the news of Lord Voldemort's demise, the Wizarding World burst into celebrations. People from all over would tell the story of their Saviors, Harry Potter and Ronald Weasley, for generations to come.
However for those who took part in the battle, celebrating was not so easy. Funerals for all that had given their lives in what was now known as the Battle of Hogwarts were held. Albus Dumbledore and his husband Arashi Ryuuzaki were buried together in a special plot near the castle.
Luna Lovegood was buried by her family and was mourned by all who knew her. She was a happy, if not quirky, girl who had given her life for the person she loved. Neville, no longer the shy and easily frightened boy he was, gave a moving eulogy at her funeral.
Harry insisted that Draco Malfoy and his friends be given some sort of ceremony. Harry felt for Draco towards the end. He was just trying to be everything his father was, even though his father was no one you should want to be. Harry will always wish he'd been able to befriend the boy. Perhaps if he had, things would have been different.
The castle was in the process of being rebuilt, as it took heavy damage during the battle. Thanks to the teamwork of the teachers, a large majority of the students were unharmed. That alone being reason to celebrate.
Neville, Ginny, Hermione and Nick, have all elected to return to Hogwarts when it opens in the upcoming fall. It will be under the leadership of Headmaster Severus Snape, who was exhalted as a hero and asset during the War. Even though he feels he failed his godson, Draco, he wants to do his best to give every future student a better experience than he or Draco had.
On May 12th, Ron and Harry officially tied the knot in an affair that was celebrated all over Europe. It happened just in time, too. As Harry had tried to tell his fiance during he battle, Harry was expecting their first child, and was 4 months gone during his wedding.
Ron and Harry have decided not to return to Hogwarts as students. They've elected to take some well deserved rest and relaxation and to prepare for their family, but as we all know, adventure seems to follow our heroes at every turn. So who knows what the future may hold? Harry's just happy to finally have all the time in the world.
The End
AN: I want to thank each and every one of you for reading and enjoying the story. You all really made this whole process so enjoyable. For all of those interested, there will be a oneshot of Harry and Ron's wedding day and of course the sequel about their little and very odd family will be coming soon. Thank you all again! Until next time, may the Elements protect you! ;)
