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other characters. *stomps foot* Damn it!
A/N: This is a bitter sweet fic. The song is Shania Twain "From this moment
on" There will be another chapter! ( Please Read and Review. No Flames!
(I do swear that I'll always be there. I'd give anything
and everything and I will always care. Through weakness
and strength, happiness and sorrow, for better, for worse,
I will love you with every beat of my heart.)
1997...
"Where is she?!" yelled Harry Potter as he slammed Draco Malfoy against the corridor wall.
"I don't know where your filthy mudblood girlfriend is. Leaving you is the only smart thing Granger has done," said Draco with a smirk.
This caused Harry to lose control and punch him so hard in the nose that he heard a crack noise. Once he could see his own blood from the punch a look of fear came to his eyes.
"Don't ever speak bad of Hermione in front of me again. If I ever find out you had anything to do with her disappearing I will kill you with my bare hands," vowed Harry more so to himself rather than Draco. He would have continued threatening Draco but he felt a tugging on his arm and turned to see that it was his best friend Ron Weasly.
"Harry, let him go. This isn't helping get her back any faster," explained Ron than turning to Draco said," I'll help him kill you if you did."
Harry dropped Draco with reluctance and went to walk up to the Gryffindor common room along with Ron. "She's been missing for three days when she told me she was only going to the library to check something really quick. I'm only trying to find answers," explained Harry sighing deeply. 'I miss her so much. More then I've ever missed anything in my life,' Thought Harry looking down as he walked.
"I know that's all you're doing and although I love seeing Malfoy get his arse kicked every time we walk by him, it's not getting her here. Plus since he didn't say anything the first seven times I doubt he'll say anything now," said Ron turning to see Harry's troubled face. He had never been good at giving sympathy.
They walked the rest of the way in silence until they reached the entrance to the Gryffindor common room (the fat lady's portrait) when Ron gave the password (Hogsmeade Pizza). When they walked in Harry said," I'm going to go through her things again." 'There has to be something there that wasn't there before,' thought Harry beginning to feel disparate to find her. He had a feeling if he didn't find her soon it would be too late.
Ron nodded his head and said," I hope you find something." Then he sat down, to read that morning's issue of the Daily Prophet. It had a picture and article about Hermione on it. Harry had started to read it earlier but couldn't manage to read all of it because he started crying for the first time since she had been gone. For the first time Ron felt helpless in trying to help Harry. Hermione had always been the one there for comforting so that made the already hard situation even more difficult.
After telling Ron what he was up to he made his way up to the 7th year girls dormitory. 'Better hope there's no one in here,' thought Harry peaking around the door. When he saw the room was empty he made his way to Hermione's old bed and sat down. 'You can tell she hasn't been here in days,' thought Harry getting down and kneeling beside her trunk.
Suddenly there was a knock on the door and all Harry could see was long flaming red hair. It was Ginny Weasly. 'Not another girl who thinks I'm all set to move on past Hermione already,' thought Harry mumbling, "Come in."
"Hi Harry, Ron said you were up here again. I'm sorry to disturb you, but I just wanted to let you know I am here if you need someone to talk to. Oh, and I'm sorry for trying to get between you two before," said Ginny with a weak smile.
"A little late now isn't it? I want to be left alone," said Harry in a harsh tone that reminded him of Professor Snape. 'Maybe I shouldn't have been so mean' thought Harry as he watched Ginny get up and leave. Her smile had faded and she looked as if she was going to cry.
Once he heard her footsteps fade away he went through Hermione's normal stack of books. Only now there was a new book in the stack, actually it didn't look new, in fact it looked like it was a old library book. 'This has to be a portkey,' thought Harry taking out his wand. When he was all set he put a single finger on the spine of the book. He had been right; it was a portkey.
From this moment, life has begun From this moment, you are the one Right beside you, is where I belong From this moment on
Harry could feel a force making his finger stay on the book. He was about to get sick when he came to a stop. It took him a minute to realize where he was; a church. He had only been in a church once with the Durselys'. They took him only once and he had caused so much damage with powers he couldn't control that they never took him back again. Once he turned around he saw the purpose of the portkey. There was Hermione tied to the chair with a gag in her mouth and Lord Voldemort standing behind her. Harry would have lunched and strangled Voldmort with his bare hands but thought better of it, 'Best not to provoke him,' thought Harry trying to calm himself which he was doing a pretty good job of until Lord Voldemort spoke.
"So we meet again Mister Potter," said Voldemort with confidence and a smirk.
"What have you done to her?" asked Harry. His tone had dropped and made him sound more like a mad dog growling.
Voldemort smiled even wider and said, "Oh, Miss Granger here. Let's see do you remember Hermione, my love?"
Harry only glared at him as he spoke. He was positive it was all lies. "She'll never love you," said Harry never breaking eye contact with Voldemort other then a quick second to look into Hermione's eyes. 'Don't worry Hermione. Stay calm I know I can get us out of this,' thought Harry.
"You're right but now you've spoiled my fun. Since you aren't going to play along I'll tell you what I did. I gave her a potion about ten minutes ago. I created it in front of her very eyes. It works like a time bomb. She won't feel a thing until it happens then she will have some extreme pain but it will be brief because she'll die from it. I'd say she has only thirty minutes left or so," said Voldemort with a shrill laugh that sent chills down Harry's spine. Voldemort then ran his fingers through Hermione's hair.
"If you give me the antidote I will spare you," said Harry his voice was cracking from anger. 'I'd do anything to save her. Letting Voldemort live is the last thing I want to do but I'd do it for Hermione," thought Harry.
"Ah, but you see there is no 'antidote'. I never created one because the people I give it to I want dead. I don't want witches or wizards to be able to say they survived me like you've said besides Granger will be better off dead than with the famous Potter," said Lord Voldemort with a smug look on his face.
Harry couldn't take it anymore so he pulled out his wand, pointed it at Voldemort and screamed, "Avada Kedavra!" It would have worked great but the second Voldemort heard him say it he said the exact same thing. There were two flashes of green light and then a silence.
From this moment, I have been blessed I live only, for your happiness And for your love, I'd give my last breath From this moment on
Voldemort lat flat on the ground his eyes wide in shock. Although him and Harry had both cast the same spell, Harry's was sent first and so Voldemort died and that caused his spell to become useless.
"We did it Hermione," said Harry as he untied the rope and removed the gag from her mouth. 'Everything is finally going to be okay,' thought Harry.
"No, you did it," said Hermione. She then hugged him while she laid her head on his chest.
"Come on let's get you to Madam Pomphrey so she can make you better," said Harry grabbing her hand about to walk over to where he had set down the old book before. 'It will feel so good to be back with her,' thought Harry happily.
"She can't. What Voldemort said is true. There is no cure. I did watch him mix the potion. It's unlike any potion I've ever seen of or heard of for that matter," said Hermione putting her hand on his arm when she saw his face drop.
"No, we are going to grow old together," said Harry trying to convince her. 'We will, I know we will,' thought Harry trying to hold on to hope.
Hermione put her pointer finger on his lips. "Shh.Can you do one last thing for me?" she asked taking her finger away.
"Anything," replied Harry. 'I would do anything for you. I'd give you the moon and the stars if that's what you wanted,' thought Harry not wanting to say it out loud because he felt it sounded ridiculous.
"Let's get married," said Hermione as a smile came to her lips that even made her eyes light up.
"He.he.here? N..n..now?" asked Harry stuttering at a lost for words. 'I can't believe this. First we find out she's dieing and now she wants to get married. Can I really bring myself to do this?' He thought carefully.
"What more could I ask for? I'm here in this beautiful church with the man I love. I could not ask for more," said Hermione standing on her toes to give him a kiss.
When their lips touched Harry couldn't refuse her a wedding. He was about to say okay when he remembered something very important. "There's no one here to get us officially 'married'. I don't think I can get someone here that quick," explained Harry seeing her smile fade. It was breaking his heart to tell her no. 'I'm so sorry. I wish I could do more for you,' thought Harry while waiting for her to answer.
Hermione was thinking about what else to say when an idea popped up in her mind. "There's more to a 'marriage' then just a sheet of paper. A marriage is really promises so let's make promises to each other," said Hermione smiling once again.
"Okay we can," said Harry smiling back. 'I will miss her smile, the way light twinkles in her eyes, and her touch,' thought Harry sadly.
"Turn around then because I have to get ready," said Hermione motioning with her hands for him to turn around.
"Oh but don't I get to look?" asked Harry laughing at the shocked look on her face and her blushing. 'I bet she never guessed I'd say that,' thought Harry still laughing.
She just gaped at him then took out her wand and poked him in the chest. "Turn now or I can force you to," said Hermione trying hard not to laugh as well. It was a losing battle because soon she began to laugh as well.
"Okay, okay then," said Harry putting his hands over his eyes and turning so his back was facing her.
I give my hand to you, with all my heart Can't wait to live my life with you, Can't wait to start, You and I will never be apart My dreams came true, because of you.
From this moment, as long as I live I will love you, I promise you this There is nothing, I wouldn't give From this moment on
Once she saw he really did turn around, Hermione pointed the wand at herself and mumbled a transfiguration spell that turned her robes into a wedding dress. It was a beautiful strapless white gown that flowed across the floor. She then turned to Harry and mumbled another spell that turned his robes into a suit.
Harry turned around when he saw his own clothes change and looked at her. 'Wow, she looks like an angel already. No, I can't think like that,' thought Harry. "You look beautiful and check this out. I look good too!" said Harry. This caused Hermione to start giggling at Harry's comments and expression. "Something funny?" he asked trying to keep a straight face.
"Just how perfect you are," said Hermione. "Are you ready," she asked raising a eyebrow when she saw him trying to take off his tie.
"Can't breath," said Harry jokingly. "As ready as I'll ever be," he said taking her hand. 'I can do this. I have to do this,' thought Harry trying to convince himself as they walked up the aisle together and stopped at the alter.
"I'll go first," offered Hermione. Harry nodded in agreement. She took both of his hand in hers and looked into his eyes. Then after one final deep breath she began, "I, Hermione Granger, take thee, Harry Potter, to be my husband, secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, my faithful partner in life and death and my one true love. On this special day, I give to you in the presence of God my sacred promise to stay by your side as your wife, in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad. I further promise to love you without reservation, comfort you in times of distress, encourage you to achieve all of your goals, laugh with you and cry with you, grow with you in mind and spirit, always be open and honest with you, and cherish you for all of time."
You're the reason I believe in love And you're the answer to my prayers From up above All we need is just the two of us My dreams came true, because of you
Harry stood there in shock for a minute but soon realized it was his turn. 'How am I suppose to do better than that?' thought Harry. Figuring he shouldn't wait any longer. So then he began, "I, Harry Potter, take thee, Hermione Granger, to be my wife, my partner in eternity and my one true love. I will cherish our friendship and love you today, tomorrow, and forever.
I will trust you and honor you, I will laugh with you and cry with you. I will love you faithfully, Through the best and the worst, Through the difficult and the easy. What may come I will always be there. As I have given you my hand to hold, So I give you my life to keep from this moment on." He wasn't very satisfied with his vows because he didn't think it was as long nor as good as Hermione's had been.
They then bent close together in union for their kiss. Harry pressed his lips to hers. While in the middle of their tender kiss Harry noticed something. Hermione's lips had grown cold. Just that second she dropped to the floor. "I love you Harry," she whispered. Harry bent over her and was about to say," I love you too," but it was too late she stopped breathing. Harry screamed "Nooo!!" into the empty church.
(I do swear that I'll always be there. I'd give anything
and everything and I will always care. Through weakness
and strength, happiness and sorrow, for better, for worse,
I will love you with every beat of my heart.)
1997...
"Where is she?!" yelled Harry Potter as he slammed Draco Malfoy against the corridor wall.
"I don't know where your filthy mudblood girlfriend is. Leaving you is the only smart thing Granger has done," said Draco with a smirk.
This caused Harry to lose control and punch him so hard in the nose that he heard a crack noise. Once he could see his own blood from the punch a look of fear came to his eyes.
"Don't ever speak bad of Hermione in front of me again. If I ever find out you had anything to do with her disappearing I will kill you with my bare hands," vowed Harry more so to himself rather than Draco. He would have continued threatening Draco but he felt a tugging on his arm and turned to see that it was his best friend Ron Weasly.
"Harry, let him go. This isn't helping get her back any faster," explained Ron than turning to Draco said," I'll help him kill you if you did."
Harry dropped Draco with reluctance and went to walk up to the Gryffindor common room along with Ron. "She's been missing for three days when she told me she was only going to the library to check something really quick. I'm only trying to find answers," explained Harry sighing deeply. 'I miss her so much. More then I've ever missed anything in my life,' Thought Harry looking down as he walked.
"I know that's all you're doing and although I love seeing Malfoy get his arse kicked every time we walk by him, it's not getting her here. Plus since he didn't say anything the first seven times I doubt he'll say anything now," said Ron turning to see Harry's troubled face. He had never been good at giving sympathy.
They walked the rest of the way in silence until they reached the entrance to the Gryffindor common room (the fat lady's portrait) when Ron gave the password (Hogsmeade Pizza). When they walked in Harry said," I'm going to go through her things again." 'There has to be something there that wasn't there before,' thought Harry beginning to feel disparate to find her. He had a feeling if he didn't find her soon it would be too late.
Ron nodded his head and said," I hope you find something." Then he sat down, to read that morning's issue of the Daily Prophet. It had a picture and article about Hermione on it. Harry had started to read it earlier but couldn't manage to read all of it because he started crying for the first time since she had been gone. For the first time Ron felt helpless in trying to help Harry. Hermione had always been the one there for comforting so that made the already hard situation even more difficult.
After telling Ron what he was up to he made his way up to the 7th year girls dormitory. 'Better hope there's no one in here,' thought Harry peaking around the door. When he saw the room was empty he made his way to Hermione's old bed and sat down. 'You can tell she hasn't been here in days,' thought Harry getting down and kneeling beside her trunk.
Suddenly there was a knock on the door and all Harry could see was long flaming red hair. It was Ginny Weasly. 'Not another girl who thinks I'm all set to move on past Hermione already,' thought Harry mumbling, "Come in."
"Hi Harry, Ron said you were up here again. I'm sorry to disturb you, but I just wanted to let you know I am here if you need someone to talk to. Oh, and I'm sorry for trying to get between you two before," said Ginny with a weak smile.
"A little late now isn't it? I want to be left alone," said Harry in a harsh tone that reminded him of Professor Snape. 'Maybe I shouldn't have been so mean' thought Harry as he watched Ginny get up and leave. Her smile had faded and she looked as if she was going to cry.
Once he heard her footsteps fade away he went through Hermione's normal stack of books. Only now there was a new book in the stack, actually it didn't look new, in fact it looked like it was a old library book. 'This has to be a portkey,' thought Harry taking out his wand. When he was all set he put a single finger on the spine of the book. He had been right; it was a portkey.
From this moment, life has begun From this moment, you are the one Right beside you, is where I belong From this moment on
Harry could feel a force making his finger stay on the book. He was about to get sick when he came to a stop. It took him a minute to realize where he was; a church. He had only been in a church once with the Durselys'. They took him only once and he had caused so much damage with powers he couldn't control that they never took him back again. Once he turned around he saw the purpose of the portkey. There was Hermione tied to the chair with a gag in her mouth and Lord Voldemort standing behind her. Harry would have lunched and strangled Voldmort with his bare hands but thought better of it, 'Best not to provoke him,' thought Harry trying to calm himself which he was doing a pretty good job of until Lord Voldemort spoke.
"So we meet again Mister Potter," said Voldemort with confidence and a smirk.
"What have you done to her?" asked Harry. His tone had dropped and made him sound more like a mad dog growling.
Voldemort smiled even wider and said, "Oh, Miss Granger here. Let's see do you remember Hermione, my love?"
Harry only glared at him as he spoke. He was positive it was all lies. "She'll never love you," said Harry never breaking eye contact with Voldemort other then a quick second to look into Hermione's eyes. 'Don't worry Hermione. Stay calm I know I can get us out of this,' thought Harry.
"You're right but now you've spoiled my fun. Since you aren't going to play along I'll tell you what I did. I gave her a potion about ten minutes ago. I created it in front of her very eyes. It works like a time bomb. She won't feel a thing until it happens then she will have some extreme pain but it will be brief because she'll die from it. I'd say she has only thirty minutes left or so," said Voldemort with a shrill laugh that sent chills down Harry's spine. Voldemort then ran his fingers through Hermione's hair.
"If you give me the antidote I will spare you," said Harry his voice was cracking from anger. 'I'd do anything to save her. Letting Voldemort live is the last thing I want to do but I'd do it for Hermione," thought Harry.
"Ah, but you see there is no 'antidote'. I never created one because the people I give it to I want dead. I don't want witches or wizards to be able to say they survived me like you've said besides Granger will be better off dead than with the famous Potter," said Lord Voldemort with a smug look on his face.
Harry couldn't take it anymore so he pulled out his wand, pointed it at Voldemort and screamed, "Avada Kedavra!" It would have worked great but the second Voldemort heard him say it he said the exact same thing. There were two flashes of green light and then a silence.
From this moment, I have been blessed I live only, for your happiness And for your love, I'd give my last breath From this moment on
Voldemort lat flat on the ground his eyes wide in shock. Although him and Harry had both cast the same spell, Harry's was sent first and so Voldemort died and that caused his spell to become useless.
"We did it Hermione," said Harry as he untied the rope and removed the gag from her mouth. 'Everything is finally going to be okay,' thought Harry.
"No, you did it," said Hermione. She then hugged him while she laid her head on his chest.
"Come on let's get you to Madam Pomphrey so she can make you better," said Harry grabbing her hand about to walk over to where he had set down the old book before. 'It will feel so good to be back with her,' thought Harry happily.
"She can't. What Voldemort said is true. There is no cure. I did watch him mix the potion. It's unlike any potion I've ever seen of or heard of for that matter," said Hermione putting her hand on his arm when she saw his face drop.
"No, we are going to grow old together," said Harry trying to convince her. 'We will, I know we will,' thought Harry trying to hold on to hope.
Hermione put her pointer finger on his lips. "Shh.Can you do one last thing for me?" she asked taking her finger away.
"Anything," replied Harry. 'I would do anything for you. I'd give you the moon and the stars if that's what you wanted,' thought Harry not wanting to say it out loud because he felt it sounded ridiculous.
"Let's get married," said Hermione as a smile came to her lips that even made her eyes light up.
"He.he.here? N..n..now?" asked Harry stuttering at a lost for words. 'I can't believe this. First we find out she's dieing and now she wants to get married. Can I really bring myself to do this?' He thought carefully.
"What more could I ask for? I'm here in this beautiful church with the man I love. I could not ask for more," said Hermione standing on her toes to give him a kiss.
When their lips touched Harry couldn't refuse her a wedding. He was about to say okay when he remembered something very important. "There's no one here to get us officially 'married'. I don't think I can get someone here that quick," explained Harry seeing her smile fade. It was breaking his heart to tell her no. 'I'm so sorry. I wish I could do more for you,' thought Harry while waiting for her to answer.
Hermione was thinking about what else to say when an idea popped up in her mind. "There's more to a 'marriage' then just a sheet of paper. A marriage is really promises so let's make promises to each other," said Hermione smiling once again.
"Okay we can," said Harry smiling back. 'I will miss her smile, the way light twinkles in her eyes, and her touch,' thought Harry sadly.
"Turn around then because I have to get ready," said Hermione motioning with her hands for him to turn around.
"Oh but don't I get to look?" asked Harry laughing at the shocked look on her face and her blushing. 'I bet she never guessed I'd say that,' thought Harry still laughing.
She just gaped at him then took out her wand and poked him in the chest. "Turn now or I can force you to," said Hermione trying hard not to laugh as well. It was a losing battle because soon she began to laugh as well.
"Okay, okay then," said Harry putting his hands over his eyes and turning so his back was facing her.
I give my hand to you, with all my heart Can't wait to live my life with you, Can't wait to start, You and I will never be apart My dreams came true, because of you.
From this moment, as long as I live I will love you, I promise you this There is nothing, I wouldn't give From this moment on
Once she saw he really did turn around, Hermione pointed the wand at herself and mumbled a transfiguration spell that turned her robes into a wedding dress. It was a beautiful strapless white gown that flowed across the floor. She then turned to Harry and mumbled another spell that turned his robes into a suit.
Harry turned around when he saw his own clothes change and looked at her. 'Wow, she looks like an angel already. No, I can't think like that,' thought Harry. "You look beautiful and check this out. I look good too!" said Harry. This caused Hermione to start giggling at Harry's comments and expression. "Something funny?" he asked trying to keep a straight face.
"Just how perfect you are," said Hermione. "Are you ready," she asked raising a eyebrow when she saw him trying to take off his tie.
"Can't breath," said Harry jokingly. "As ready as I'll ever be," he said taking her hand. 'I can do this. I have to do this,' thought Harry trying to convince himself as they walked up the aisle together and stopped at the alter.
"I'll go first," offered Hermione. Harry nodded in agreement. She took both of his hand in hers and looked into his eyes. Then after one final deep breath she began, "I, Hermione Granger, take thee, Harry Potter, to be my husband, secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, my faithful partner in life and death and my one true love. On this special day, I give to you in the presence of God my sacred promise to stay by your side as your wife, in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, as well as through the good times and the bad. I further promise to love you without reservation, comfort you in times of distress, encourage you to achieve all of your goals, laugh with you and cry with you, grow with you in mind and spirit, always be open and honest with you, and cherish you for all of time."
You're the reason I believe in love And you're the answer to my prayers From up above All we need is just the two of us My dreams came true, because of you
Harry stood there in shock for a minute but soon realized it was his turn. 'How am I suppose to do better than that?' thought Harry. Figuring he shouldn't wait any longer. So then he began, "I, Harry Potter, take thee, Hermione Granger, to be my wife, my partner in eternity and my one true love. I will cherish our friendship and love you today, tomorrow, and forever.
I will trust you and honor you, I will laugh with you and cry with you. I will love you faithfully, Through the best and the worst, Through the difficult and the easy. What may come I will always be there. As I have given you my hand to hold, So I give you my life to keep from this moment on." He wasn't very satisfied with his vows because he didn't think it was as long nor as good as Hermione's had been.
They then bent close together in union for their kiss. Harry pressed his lips to hers. While in the middle of their tender kiss Harry noticed something. Hermione's lips had grown cold. Just that second she dropped to the floor. "I love you Harry," she whispered. Harry bent over her and was about to say," I love you too," but it was too late she stopped breathing. Harry screamed "Nooo!!" into the empty church.