Marriage, Muggle Life, and Babies

Chapter 51: Funky the Monkey Gets a House

By jessebelle

Author's Notes: Oh wow, it's been a while. Believe me I wish I could've updated months ago, but a lovely mental breakdown and a mean case of writer's block vetoed my finishing the chapter. I feel really bad too because the first bit was already written, and I knew exactly what was going to happen in the chapter. Oh, well though, it's finally done and that's what matters. Anywho, I've been waiting for this chapter for a long long time and I really believe it's worth the wait. I know you're all going to kill me when you get to the end, but while I can't make a guarantee; I can try and promise that you definitely won't have to wait this long for the next one. I'm currently living with my inspiration for this story, my beautiful nephews Landon and Evan impatiently waiting the birth of my third, Teagan. And guess when he's gonna be born. I'm so happy, Monday, July 31. Yup, my new baby boy will share a birthday with the great JK Rowling and the source of this story, Harry Potter. I can guarantee I won't forget this one's b-day. Anyway, I know you want the story so without further adieu,

Huggles and Snuggles,

jessebelle

Oh, and this chapter and all the rest of my writing is dedicated to my angel and second mother, Gay Pelock, whom recently passed away after a long, long battle with breast cancer. Without her there would be no jessebelle or any stories because she was the one who taught me to read and write.

May you continue to be my muse.

You'll forever be missed.

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Climbing into bed that night, Hermione snuggled into Draco's arms. "It's been a weird night."

Draco smiled and pulled her closer, placing a kiss on her head. "That it has my dear. You know, Victoria is staying the night at my…parents'. This is the first night we've had alone…together since she was born."

Hermione looked up at the blond, smiling at the love reflected in his eyes. "Are you trying to seduce me Draco Malfoy?"

Draco grinned. "Depends on if it's working or not, Hermione Snape."

Hermione giggled. "Well, maybe just a bit."

Draco's eyebrow rose. "Really, well I'll just have to try a little bit harder." Then he dove at her, smothering her in kisses. Her laughter filled the air as they calmed, content in each other's arms. "So do I get a kiss?" Hermione just pulled his head down to hers.

Much later after they'd both been thoroughly snogged, the couple parted and held each other, the moonlight raining down on them from the window. Hermione sighed in happiness. "I love you, Draco."

"I love you too, Hermione." Then they surrendered to sleep.

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Morning came way too early. Draco was peacefully dreaming about the woman beside him when an arm knocked his nose. Grunting in alarm and opening his eyes, Draco came face to face with a pair of blue eyes and white blond hair. "Victoria? What are you doing here?" He quickly sat up, his daughter following his example and searched the room for Hermione.

"Mommy came and gotted me from Poppy Padfoot and Nanna's house."

"When?"

"This mornin'. You slepted in." Draco looked over at the alarm clock and groaned, it had just turned noon.

Sighing, he pulled himself out of bed. Stretching, he turned around and held out his arms. "Coming, Princess?"

Victoria grinned and launched into her daddy's arms. Then together they walked out to the living room where Hermione sat, amused, drinking her tea. "Afternoon, sweetie. Sleep well."

Draco made a face, but leaned down and gave her a kiss. "You shouldn't have let me sleep, but thank you."

Hermione grinned. "I know, but I knew you needed it. I've been a basket case lately and I'm sorry. We even?"

Draco laughed. "We were never uneven. Now, what do you think I should do about this monkey I found in my bed?"

Hermione laughed at the look on her daughter's face. "Well, I suppose we can keep her. She is kinda cute."

"I'm not a monkey mommy!"

Draco pretended not to hear her. "I know. Do we have any bananas?"

"Da-ddy!"

Hermione pursed her lips and nodded. "In the kitchen. Do you want me to hold her?"

Draco nodded and handed her Victoria. "I'll be back. Think of a name for her."

When he came back he couldn't help the smile that overcame his face at the sight of his women. Hermione sat speaking outrageous names while Victoria made faces and tried to convince her mother she was a little girl. He walked in and sat between them, handing her the banana. "There you go; one banana for a monkey. So did you come up with any names? I'm partial to Funky myself."

Hermione's eyebrow rose. "Funky the monkey?"

Draco shrugged. "Sounds cool." However when he looked over for Victoria's approval, he saw her trying not to cry. Instantly the game stopped and he pulled her into his arms. "Shh, what's wrong, sweetie."

"You and :sob: mommy think :sob: I'm a monkey!" He instantly felt bad. Rubbing her back he shared a concerned look with Hermione. "Oh sweetie, mummy and I know you're our little girl, we were just playing."

"But you were gonna name me :sob: Funky!"

Hermione took her from his arms. "Oh, honey! I promise I won't ever let your father call you that ridiculous name again, okay?"

"Me too. You're my little princess."

"Not a monkey?"

Draco shook his head. "Not a monkey. Now, wipe away those tears, thatta girl. How about you go get the mail and I'll get you some lunch, okay?"

Victoria climbed off the couch and faced her father. "No bananas?"

Draco tried not to laugh as he pulled her into a hug. "No bananas, I promise."

He and Hermione watched her toddle to the door and leave the apartment. Their mailbox was located on the first floor, but neither were too worried because someone was always lounging around the apartment lounges and they knew she'd be looked after on her short journey.

Draco sighed and turned to Hermione. "She's too grown up. Make her stop it."

Hermione smiled sadly. "I wish I could. I'm going to go make lunch, you want anything?" She stood up and padded his leg.

He shook his head. "Nah, I'll wait here for my monkey."

Hermione rolled her eyes. "You call her that and she'll cry." She walked into the kitchen.

He sighed again. "I suppose I'll just have to settle for her being royalty then."

He listened and could hear heavy footsteps. Sure enough, their apartment door soon opened with a bang and his little girl was there, a single letter in her hand.

"Daddy, we gotsted a letter. But it looks funny." She closed the door behind her and ran to him on the couch. Draco took one look at the letter in her hand and a feeling of dread filled him. It was written on parchment and the emerald ink enhanced the loopy writing he recognized as the headmaster's. Nothing good had come from the letters so far, and he was definitely not looking forward to the headmaster's latest idea.

He was still staring at the letter when Hermione reentered the living room with their lunch. She hadn't noticed his nervousness as she asked about the mail. "Anything interesting?"

Victoria piped up from her spot next to Draco. "Uh huh, Daddy's gots a letter and it looks funny."

Hermione looked over to the blond and saw the letter in his hand. A gasp was her first reaction, her second was to grab the letter out of his hand and rip it open with a force that startled both occupants of the house.

"Hermione!" Draco exclaimed after getting over his shock. But the brunette wasn't listening, her eyes scanning the paper with a ferocity that astounded him.

"What!" "Merlin's ghost!" and "Bloody git!" were just a few of her exclamations made as she read. Finally she threw the parchment down, disbelief in her features.

"Well?" He could tell she was ready to burst, as was he.

She plopped onto the couch next to him, Victoria having vacated the spot to play with her toys, and rested her head on his shoulder before finally disclosing the contents of the letter. "We have to move."

Draco managed to not jump up in anger. "We're being evicted!"

But Hermione kept him sitting. "No, he just wants just to move to a bigger house next door. Apparently we can, 'afford it', with all the good work we've done."

"But essentially we're being kicked out?"

"Yes." She sighed again.

Draco had nothing to say. "Right smarmy bastard."

"Yep."

"Big git."

"I agree."

"Bloody-"

"Enough."

"Right." They sat in silence, just watching their daughter play before Draco questioned her on the details. "When do we have to move?"

"As soon as possible."

It was silent again before…"Crazy old codger!"

"Hermione!"

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It was later that day when Hermione told the extended group the news. Disbelief was the most common reaction, along with surprise from her fellow students. The chaperones had, of course, already known.

"What? He's making you move?" Harry was looking up at her from the couch where he sat, Ginny at his side.

Hermione just nodded. "Apparently we can afford a bigger place."

"But I thought we were all supposed to stay together. How can we help each other if you're who knows where?" Ron and Harry were taking the news the hardest. The red head was barely controlling his temper. Cordy was doing wonders for his anger management.

"I don't know Ron, but we'll be just next door." She sighed and felt Draco as he placed his arm around her waist.

"Have you seen the house yet?" Cordelia asked politely.

Draco answered her. "No, all we know is the address and that it's next door and it's big."

"So for all you know you could be moving into a manor? Why are you so upset? You get more space…more privacy." Ginny grinned and nodded her head toward the chaperones.

Hermione smiled. "Well, that part won't be too bad."
"Hermione!" Severus was listening to his new daughter. If he was overprotective before, now he was just crazy.

"What, Unc-Dad? Sorry, it's going to take me a bit to get used to-"

He just smiled, all fear for Hermione's virtue pushed to the back of his mind. "It's okay, I suppose I fill both roles now."

"Wait, Dad?" Everyone sans Hermione, Draco, and her new parents looked at them in shock.

Hermione turned to Severus. "You didn't tell them about-"

"No, I figured we could all tell them together, as a family."

Hermione beamed at him, then turned to the rest of the group. "Uh, everyone, last night, um, I was sort of…"

She felt Severus' arm go around her protectively. "Last night I asked Hermione if Serena and I could adopt her. She said yes and I officially gained a daughter at 6:34 PM."

The entire group stared at them with mixed emotions. The main ones were shock and happiness. But it was Molly and Narcissa's reactions that confused Hermione, they looked…sad."

Seeing this, Serena took the spotlight. "Molly, Narcissa, I'm sorry we didn't tell you before, it was supposed to be a surprise. And I want to make it clear I'm not trying to take Sarah's place. She'll always be Hermione's mother, and I think she knows that."

Hermione nodded. "Yes, I had the choice of if I wanted to do this, if I wanted Serena to be included and I decided that I wanted a family, a real one. Don't be angry, please."

Hearing her pleas the two women immediately got up and changed face. Hermione was soon entrapped in a three-way hug. "Oh sweetie, we're not angry, we just miss your mum." Molly held her tighter.

"Yes, darling. If anything we're thrilled for you. You deserve that family and I know your mother would be ecstatic that Severus has adopted you, Serena too."

The women then turned to the father in question. Without saying anything he rolled his eyes and opened his arms. They didn't hesitate to hug him too."

Everyone else watched the family happily. It was a nice change from the war when families were being ripped apart. Now they were finally being rebuilt.

"I don't mean to interrupt, but I have a message for Severus." Harry looked nervously at the Potion's master. After a quick encouraging look from Sirius, he turned back and took a deep breath. "I have a message from Sarah, I was told to tell you that she approves. And everyone else, my parents wanted me to pass on their love and congratulations to the newlyweds."

As expected, everyone was once again staring in shock. "What? How did you-?"

Harry took out the letter he'd gotten a few nights before. "Um, I was feeling pretty down the other day, sad about my parents when I found this in Nicky's crib next to three perfect plushy likenesses of Moony, Padfoot, and Prongs. It's from my mother." He handed it over to Severus who treated it like it was a precious potions ingredient. After reading it he passed it on, looked to the ceiling, and nodded with a smile on his face. The reactions from the rest of the adults were similar. Finally he got it back, but after a questioning look from the girl on his chest, he handed it over.

Ginny read it through, smiling when she got to the end. She looked up to him, tears in her eyes. "I'm glad they approve."

Harry nodded. "I know."

The room went quiet as everyone processed all the new information. The only sounds came from the corner where the kids were playing. It was Ron who broke the peace with a question that had been running through his head for a while. "So Hermione, does this mean we have to help you move?" Laughter was his response.

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It was even later that day when Hermione and Draco finally got to see where they were living. With Victoria being babysat by the group, they were free to check out the new house. After getting the keys from Narcissa, they left the aparment building, directions in hand.

"Okay, so supposedly the place is just next door. That's nice, easy access to everyone else." Draco and Hermione, hand in hand walked down the sidewalk. Sure enough there was a house right beside the apartment complex that matched the address they were given.

"I don't think this place was here before, Draco."

The blond squeezed her hand. "It probably wasn't, luv."

She looked up at him confused. "But-how?"

He chuckled. "Magic; now, do you want to check out the inside or not?"

Hermione rolled her eyes at his response but nodded. "Yeah, let me look at it properly, though."

He sighed, but stayed where he was and observed their new home. It was medium sized, two stories. It had a front porch equipped with a swing, a back yard for Victoria and her cousins to play that already had playground equipment, and it was fenced in. Perfect. It was yellow in color, with a country blue trim. He could tell he'd like it here.

"It's, wow." Hermione was stunned.

Draco grinned. "I know. Let's go check out the inside." Holding hands the couple walked up the steps to the door. Taking the key, he and Hermione shared a look before he placed it in the lock and turned. With a slight push the door swung open revealing the inside. Hermione went to walk in, but he held her back. "No, we should do this properly." He grinned then leaned down, surprising her and making her squeak as he lifted her up, bridal style. When she realized what he was doing, she grinned and placed a kiss on his cheek. He nodded then carried her over the threshold. "Home sweet home." He placed her down then gave her butt a playful smack.

Hermione turned. "Okay, you were doing fine until that."

"Couldn't help it. Should we look around?" He turned and gasped.

"What?" Hermione turned to look and saw the living room…the fully furnished living room. "Oh wow, he really did a good job."

They were about to take a closer look when she spotted the parchment on the table. Sharing a weary look with Draco, she reached over and picked up the letter.

Dear Mr. Mrs. and Miss Malfoy,

I am hoping you aren't too angry with the move. Trust me; the house will be put to great use. It's my sincerest wish that the accommodations are to your liking. I've taken the liberty of decorating for you. You'll notice that all of the furniture is new. All you need to move are your personal belongings, some of which have already made their way over. Don't worry about the furniture in your old apartment as Mr. and Mrs. Lupin will be grateful for their own place. Boxes have already been placed in the apartment. I ask that you move in the house tomorrow. I'm sure Mr. Weasley will especially enjoy helping you move. I also hope that you won't let distance separate you from your friends. In real life you wouldn't live so near your friends and relationships do require space. I'm sure you'll enjoy the extra privacy in your new home. Once again I hope the house is to your taste, if not, let your chaperones know and changes will be made. Best wishes and good luck on your last leg of the project.

Sincerely,

Albus Dumbledore

P.S. I offer my ecstatic congratulations to you Miss. Snape on your adoption. Family is a wonderful thing and people find it sometimes in the most unlikeliest places. But I have a feeling you'll be good for Severus and I know you and Serena will put a bit of color back into his life (and hopefully his wardrobe.) Give my best to them and enjoy your home. A.D.

"Wow." Hermione handed the letter over for Draco to read, laughing silently at the joke about her new father's wardrobe.

Draco didn't bother to cover his snort. "So, we still have to move, but only our personal junk. That's nice."

"Yeah, we can start packing tonight, finish tomorrow and then move in tomorrow afternoon."

"Ron'll be pleased."

Hermione smiled at the thought of her red headed friend. "I bet."

"So, want to check it out." He was bouncing with excitement.

Hermione pulled him into the next room. "Thought you'd never ask.

The house was wonderful. As you entered the door you faced a hallway and a wooden staircase. The color scheme was a soft cream that complemented the hardwood floors. To the right was a dining room complete with kitchen table and picture windows facing the front of the house. The dining room had a light green theme that was calming. To the left was a living room. A TV, couches, chairs, and desk faced the front of the house. A small corner of the room had acquired Victoria's toys. This room was peach and country blue, a surprisingly nice combination. Through the Living room was a big pantry closet that had three entrances, one to the living room, one to the kitchen, and one that went straight through to a laundry room. Off the laundry room was a porch that let out to the back yard. It was decorated in bright primary colors, perfect for Victoria to play in with her cousins. Dumbledore must have agreed because it was full of her toys. It also had a window that let into the kitchen, which would allow Hermione or Draco to watch her play. The kitchen was similar to the one in their apartment, a blue scheme. It had plenty of counter space and lots of room. There was a window that showed the back yard and a door to the far right that led to the side of the house. Adjacent was the door to a small bathroom and next to that was the opening to the dining room. Peeking in the bathroom revealed a toilet and a sink. It was decorated, much to their amusement, in ducks. Victoria would love it.

Coming full circle on the first floor, the couple shared a huge smile and made their way to the second floor. At the top of the stairs was a door that led to the master bedroom. They grinned when they saw the king sized bed. Apparently Severus hadn't gotten his way this time. Much like their apartment, there was an adjoining bathroom. The room was decorated pale yellow with blue trim and a luscious blue carpet. Next door was a room fit for a princess in varying shades of purple. A sign on the door proclaimed it Victoria's Room. Her parents knew she'd love it. At the end of the hall was another big bathroom, this time decorated with frogs. Across the hall from Victoria's room their was another bedroom, this one a guest bedroom the couple guessed. And a linen closet was between that room and another room, which was completely empty.

"Well that's odd; you'd think with all the other rooms being decorated, this one would be too." Draco surveyed the white walls.

Hermione agreed. "Yes, but maybe he thought we'd like to choose what it could be. A study perhaps, maybe a-"

Draco gave her a look. "Not a library. I was thinking a-"

"Not a game room." She returned the look. They shared a look before both nodded and said aloud, "A study."

"Well that's taken care of. What do you think?" He gazed at her curiously.

Hermione sighed happily and gave him a smile. "It's absolutely…"

"Perfect?" He finished for her.

She nodded. "Yes, perfect. I can't wait to move in."

Draco looked at his watch. "Well, if we start packing now…"

"Okay, let's go back and get to work. Tomorrow's going to be a long day."

"Yeah, very long and full of Weasley whining." Draco grinned as he was smacked by his wife. "Go ahead and tell me I'm wrong." Silence was his answer.

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"Okay, is that everything?" It was Moving day. Hermione and Draco had spent most of the night packing. Victoria had stayed at her grandparents' place and now the apartment was covered in boxes. "It looks…"

Draco put his arms around her from behind. "Empty?"

She nodded sadly. "Yeah." They surveyed the place in silence before she sighed. "I think I'm gonna miss it."

Draco kissed the top of her head. "I know what you mean. We have so many memories here." They reminisced for a moment before she felt him shaking his head. "No, we're going to be happy and make new memories, right?"

She nodded. "Right." She paused. "Should I go get the boys?" But no sooner had the words come out of her mouth then there was a knock at the door.

"Knock Knock, the moving men are here." Turning around they smiled as they saw Sirius grinning at them.

"Well it's about time!" Draco pretended to be put out.

"Oh well, guess you'll have to dock our pay. No wait, you can't because we're not getting paid!" Ron piped up from behind the animagus.

Hermione rolled her eyes. "Oh be quiet Ronald, if you get this done I've got doughnuts and lemonade."

He perked up at that. "Food?"

Behind him Harry laughed. "Yes, Ron, she'll give us food. Come on, let's get to work." And then the men began. It didn't take as long as they'd thought. With the house being nearby, not having to move any furniture, and Hermione playing director it was done in no time. The biggest hassle was that they were on the third floor.

All the men had liked the house, Sirius giving a whistle and Ron a 'bloody hell'. Hermione had been too happy to reprimand him. It was a few hours later and Hermione, Ron, and Harry were back in Hermione and Draco's old bedroom at the empty apartment with the last box.

"So…" Harry turned to his best friends.

"So." Ron sighed and turned to Hermione.

She was barely keeping it in check. But at their looks, her face crumbled. "I'm gonna miss you two!" She dove at them to get a hug. However, her momentum sent the Golden trio down on the bed with three 'oofs!'.

The trio shared glances, Harry and Ron on the bottom with Hermione sprawled over the top of them, before bursting into laughter. When their sides hurt too much to continue, Hermione rolled off her boys, settling in between them and taking their hands. "It's going to be different. I won't be here all the time, see you everyday."

Harry sighed and rubbed her hand. "I know, it'll be weird not to be out in the common room, waiting for you each morning."

Ron gave a quick, sad laugh. "I even think I'll miss Malfoy." He was met with a laugh and a smack from the girl beside him. It only made Harry laugh harder. The trio laid in silence for a while, content to just be near each other before it was broken by Harry.

"It's not like you're moving far, just next door. And we'll probably be over all the time with the kids."

"I know, Anya and Xander took one look at your backyard and told me they wanted to stay with you. I kind of gave them the go ahead to come over."

Hermione smiled. "That's okay, I think I'll enjoy sitting in the kitchen, watching the kids playing in the back. I fully intend to have an open door policy."

"Even for us?" Harry turned over to face her. Ron mirrored him to hear her answer.

"Especially for you. You guys are my family, my brothers. My only requirement is that Ron doesn't eat my whole kitchen." She grinned cheekily at the red head, who gave a shout of 'hey!'.

There was more comfortable silence before Ron broke it, another weird thought going through his head. "If Snape's your dad, and we're your brothers, what does that make him in relation to us?" Two pillows to the head was his response. A proper pillow fight would've erupted had Draco's voice not interrupted telling them it was time to go. With another sigh, they got up off the bed, Harry and Ron pulling Hermione by the arms. The trio then hugged and took comfort in each other before Ron's stomach interrupted. "Hey, I believed I was promised doughnuts and lemonade." And like he'd hoped the group left the room, and another chapter of their friends' lives in high spirits.

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"I can't believe we're already unpacked and moved in." Hermione laid in her new bed, in her new room, in her new house. Draco came in from the bathroom in his boxers before climbing in beside her.

"I know, but with everyone pitching in it didn't take long at all."

"It feels at home now, it feels right."

Draco drew her into his arms. "I know, I can't imagine being more content then I am now."

"Victoria likes it, doesn't she?"

The blond kissed her on the head. "Oh yeah, she wouldn't shut up about her purple princess room and she loves the backyard. I can't wait to teach her to climb the tree that's back there."

"Draco Malfoy, you will not be encouraging her to climb that tree. It's dangerous and she'll probably break her arm." Hermione turned her head up to look at the blond.

Draco grinned sheepishly. "Whatever you say, luv."

"Draco!"

"Fine, I won't teach our daughter to climb the tree. Besides, I doubt she'll need my encouragement with the way she was staring at it earlier."

"Sure, make me worry why don't you."

Draco squeezed her comfortably. "Oh, I didn't mean to do that. Besides, what have you got to worry about. You have a beautiful house, a beautiful daughter, and most importantly a deviously sexy husband in bed with you."

Hermione smiled in amusement. "Deviously sexy, huh?"

Draco grinned at her. "Damn straight."

"And what should I be doing with this husband of mine?" She turned to face him.

"Well if you don't know…" And with that the lights were off and she was in his arms. Draco was right, life couldn't get any better.

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Friday morning dawned bright and clear. Hermione woke up to the sun on her face with a smile. Turning her head she watched Draco sleep, then slowly turned back and looked down. Eyes widening she tried not to panic.

"Draco! Draco get up now!"

She really did try. The blonde's eyes popped open in alarm as he took in the panicked face of his wife. "What, what's happening?" He sat up.

Hermione took a deep breath. "I think I know why we needed to move into a bigger place. I don't think we'll be getting a study after all." She looked down.

Draco followed her gaze and his eyes widened. Oh. Hermione's stomach looked to be nine months pregnant.

Hermione winced as she felt the baby kick. One hand went to the top of her stomach, the other the bottom before her eyes widened again. "Oh, and Draco?"

His head snapped up to her face in an instant. She saw the concern in his eyes and felt really bad for what she was about to say. "I'm almost positive it's twins." As he fainted she was really glad they were in bed. Damn Dumbledore's surprises.

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A/N: YAY! I have dreamed/imagined that last bit for so long. I couldn't wait to write it and now it's done. Yay for me! Again, sorry about the wait. Oh, and hold the pitchforks! I know that was awfully mean of me, but again, I've planned it since the beginning. I'll get the next chapter up though, when I can.

Toodles,

Jessebelle

House Points and Trivia.

Oh wow, your response for the trivia question this week was overwhelming. I'm so glad you all stuck through with me. The answers to the question, which most of you got right is Harry is said to have a hippogriff tattooed on his chest. Ginny said it really was a Hungarian horntail, and Ron a Pygmy Puff, but she didn't say where.

This was one of my favorite quotes from HBP. Now for your next question and we're going back here…

Who was the first and last students to be sorted in Harry's year, and in what houses were they sorted into? Have fun with this one.

Now here are the current house point standings…

Slytherin: 3410

Ravenclaw: 2595

Gryffindor: 2535

Hufflepuff: 1280

Wow, it seems the lions have been moved to third and the eagles are movin' up. They even had more points than the snakes for this chapter. I'm so happy with your responses to the trivia questions. I just hope that if you answer, you make sure to put a house down so I can give points. About three people had the right answers, but didn't give a house. Please keep your reviews coming. Remember, to join a house all you have to do is put which house you want your points to go to in your review. But remember, no house name, no points, so put it in every review. All reviews are welcomed, but I use all flames to light my cauldron.

jessebelle

Chapter finished July 27, 2006