A/N: What's this? Two Chapters in two days? It must be a miracle! I did feel quite inspired after a number of positive reviews since posting the last chapter. Anyway, thank you for all the wonderful reviews!
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"Good morning," Sharpclaw greeted as they entered his office. "What can I do for you this morning?"
"Well I was actually wondering if I might be able to merge the money of the vaults in order to get a quick withdrawal bag setup."
"Hmmm….normally we try to discourage the merging of such older family vaults, because it makes it harder for the future generations. However, here's what we can do. We can get the bag setup so that it draws equally from both accounts. Also, as an added bonus we will enchant it so that only you and the future Lady Potter-Black can access the bag and that it can also be used to pull Muggle money. Anybody else that tries to access it will find an empty bag and access a teleport feature that will immediately return it to you no matter where you may be."
"That sounds great. Can I get two of those please? One for myself and one for my wife-to-be."
"Of course, give me one moment." With that Sharpclaw left the return to do as he had stated. While he was gone Luna turned to Harriet with a worried look.
"Are you sure about this," she asked, "I mean giving me access to your family vaults is a huge deal. Some married couples don't even go that far."
Harriet looked at Luna with a serious face and responded, "Luna, you are going to be my wife. You are going to be my family…well…you already are but I meant legally….anyway, I love you more than Ron loves Quidditch and I trust you. We are going to be one in every way."
"Harriet…thank you…," Luna was at a loss for words. Never had anyone shown her the amount of love and trust and compassion that Harriet had shown her.
A few minutes later Sharpclaw walked through the door and handed the bags to the two young ladies.
"Thank you," they replied before Harriet continued on, "Would we also be able to get our rings merged today while we were here?"
"Of course, but it may take a few hours. Is that a problem?"
"Nope. We were going to spend some time in Diagon Alley today anyway and we could stop back and pick them up before we portkey back to Hogwarts this evening."
"That sounds perfect. If I can have your rings please." With that the girls removed their rings, placing all 4 on the desk in front of him.
"Thank you Sharpclaw! You've been helpful as always," responded Harriet, "oh and thank Rocknose for us too. He was still dealing with the Malfoys when we left." With that Harriet and Luna got up and left Gringott's to enjoy a date in Diagon Alley.
As they stepped outside of Gringott's, Harriet had turned to ask Luna what she wanted to do when there was a bright flash of light from the bottom of the stairs. Harriet turned and who she saw almost made her blood boil. There at the bottom of the stairs was none other than Rita Skeeter.
"Miss Potter. Miss Lovegood. Rita Skeeter of the Daily Prophet. We've met before. Is it true you had a meeting with the Malfoys today?"
"And today was going to be such a nice day…" Luna thought to herself.
"It still can be, love. We just have to get rid of her first. How does Muggle London sound? I heard about a nice restaurant not too far from The Leaky Cauldron. It has something called Chinese food. Never had it myself but Hermione says it is delicious. Plus she wouldn't dare follow us there." Harriet replied. Neither one of the girls noticed that they were still communicating
Sounds good. First thing is first though. With that Luna stepped forward and faced Rita Skeeter and almost started shaking her finger Molly Weasley style. "You should be ashamed of yourself! **FLASH** Writing that article that you did. That was so offensive and mean! **FLASH** It's not your business or anyone else's who HARRIET Potter chooses to be with!" Several pictures had been taken during the scolding of Rita Skeeter.
Rita smiled. "Freedom of the press dear. Now Miss Potter, how about that meeting with the Malfoys?"
Harriet thought and smiled for a moment. "Sure. I'll tell you what. How would you like an exclusive interview with Luna and myself and we'll tell you all about the meeting?"
"That would be lovely!"
"Great! Why don't you head down to Carlita's and grab us a booth to allow us a little bit of privacy? I've got to swing by Ollivander's for a moment and pick up some wand polish real quick then we'll join you. Wouldn't want my wand looking all rubbish for the photos."
Rita eyeballed them suspiciously for a moment. "Very well, but please try not to take too long."
"We won't," Harriet lied with a smile. With that she took her fiancé's hand and headed down towards Ollivander's which was conveniently located by the exit to the Leaky Cauldron.
You have no intention of going do you? Luna inquired
Nope
When they looked back Rita Skeeter was gone so they walked right past Ollivander's and right out of Diagon Alley. As they walked into the bar, Harriet stopped and asked Tom for directions to China Palace. Once he had given directions, Tom told Harriet that China Palace was kind of a fancy joint so they should "spruce up" before they went so they would blend in. Harriet and Luna looked at each other and then tapped themselves on the head with their wand causing magic to run through them and change their appearance. Harriet's hair twisted up in to a nice tight updo while Luna's remained down. Both girls received a fresh coat of formal makeup as their outfits magically changed into more formal gowns with dressy flats and their money bags becoming purses. Harriet left a tip for Tom for the advice and directions also asking him not to say they were there if Rita stopped by.
The two girls left and headed down the street following the directions that Tom had given. They held hands as they walked.
You know I don't think I'm ever going to get used to dresses Harriet thought.
Well what are you going to do about our wedding then? Hmmmmm….? Luna replied as they walked.
Harriet stopped for a brief moment and honestly thought about that. You know that's….a very good question Luna. I mean ever since I was little I had this picture of the traditional wedding in my head and I guess I never questioned that I would be the groom in a suit and I would have a bride. However now…
Now you will still have a bride. The only thing different is that you're a woman. It makes no difference to me whether you wear a dress or a suit. The important thing is that I get to marry you Harriet. Just take some time and think it over. I'm here if you want to talk.
Thank you Luna. Your support and understanding means the world to me.
You're welcome. What's a wife for if not to support the one she loves?
You're are going to make one wonderful.
So are you. Harriet blushed at that. She still couldn't believe she was getting married, let alone that she was going to be a wife. Eventually they came to a fancy oriental building with a large sign that read China Palace. The two girls crossed the street and headed inside to see if they could get a table.
