I Will Always Return
Part Six: Only Hope
[Author's note: I have no idea what Mr. and Mrs. Granger's real names are, so I made them up. Mr. Granger is Henry and Mrs. Granger is Cecilia.]
There's a song that's inside of my soul
It's the one that I've tried to write over and over again
I'm awake in the infinite cold
Would you sing to me over and over again
Hermione stirred the next morning to the feel of a hand on her shoulder, a brush of lips on her cheek. She opened her eyes sleepily and looked up into Ron's smiling face. "I was thinking about an August wedding." Hermione smiled and sat up, leaning against him. "August is nice. Where shall we have the service?" Ron smoothed her hair out of her eyes. "My Mum and Dad's house?" Hermione nodded with a smile. "In the garden. I'll carry a bouquet of roses." Ron smiled back and kissed her lips gently. "Breakfast." He whipped a tray from her bedside table that had a teapot, two tea cups, and two blueberry muffins. "Yum," Hermione grabbed a muffin and began to chew. "What time is it?" "Seven." Her eyes widened. "Work!" she gasped. Ron grinned. "Perce was just kidding, Mione. He says you can start work after the wedding." Hermione smiled happily. "When's your holiday?" "Er, in three weeks." Hermione jumped out of bed. "We have a wedding to plan! It's July twelfth right?" She began to pace. "So, we have the wedding the first day of your holiday, August second." Ron grinned. "Perfect!" "Mum, your mum, and I will go into London for the dress robes today. I don't think Mum will mind wearing dress robes but Dad will probably wear a suit. Who's going to be your best man?" "Harry." said Ron simply. "And Ginny will be my maid of honor." Ron glanced at his watch. "Sorry, love, must get to work." He gave Hermione a kiss and Disapparated. Hermione dashed downstairs in her pajamas to speak with her mother.
So I lay my head back down
And I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I know now
You're my only hope
"A wedding!" Madam Malkin at the robe shop in Diagon Alley was beside herself. She loved making wedding robes and was happy Hermione, Mrs. Weasley, and Mrs. Granger had came to her. "Elizabeth! Rosa!" Madam Malkin clapped her hands and two young women came out of the back room. "Elizabeth, you'll fit Mrs. Weasley with her robes. Rosa, you'll fit Mrs. Granger. I'll take care of Ms. Granger's bride's robes." Madam Malkin beamed at her. "What color? White? Or cream?" "Cream," said Hermione quickly. Mrs. Weasley and Mrs. Granger agreed. "Okay, dear, on the stool." Hermione jumped onto the stool and stood still while Madam Malkin took measurements. She left the room and came back with a beautiful cream colored gown-like robe, with a tatted lace collar and cuffs. A matching lace veil with a headband covered with tiny pearls was on top. Madam Malkin also had a pair of cream colored stockings and low-heeled shoes with pearl buckles. Hermione gasped with delight and smiled. "It's perfect!" Madam Malkin slipped the robe over her head and it fit her perfect. "Would you like sleeves?" Hermione shook her head. With a flick of Madam Malkin's wand, the robe became sleeveless. The shoes fit perfectly and when Hermione looked in the mirror, she almost didn't recognize herself. "You look like an angel, dear." Mrs. Granger whispered, wiping tears from her eyes. Mrs. Weasley beamed and nodded her agreement.
Mrs. Weasley, Mrs. Granger, and Hermione left the robe shop, thick packages under each of their arms. "Arthur will take the boys to the shop. Ginny was so excited about being your maid of honor, she already got her robe. It's cream colored as well." Hermione smiled. "Now all we have to take care of is decorations and food. That can be done the day of the wedding." They separated at the Leaky Cauldron: Mrs. Weasley Disapparated while Mrs. Granger and Hermione took the Underground back to their home.
Sing to me the song of the stars
Of your galaxy dancing and laughing and laughing again
When it feels like my dreams are so far
Sing to me of the plans that you have for me over again
Now, all the days leaned toward the wedding. An air of excitement floated around the Grangers home and The Burrow. Ron was over the house every other night: Hermione went to The Burrow the other nights. They spent their weekends strolling around Hogsmeade, buying things for the home they would have after the wedding. They still hadn't found a home, but were looking. While in the Three Broomsticks drinking butterbeer, Sirius Black hurried over to them with an excited look on his face. "Ron! Hermione! I've found you a home! It's abandoned and the people who used to live there are giving it away." Hermione and Ron followed Sirius to the edge of Hogsmeade, where an ancient two story house sat surrounded by willow trees and wildflowers. "I took it from the old owners and this is my wedding gift to you." Ron looked stunned and Hermione emitted a cry of joy. "Oh, thank you Sirius!" She flung her arms around his neck. Ron pumped his hands fiercely, beaming happily. The trio entered the house and saw although it was in need of a good scrubbing, it was in working order. Hermione and Ron decided to fix it up right away.
They were able to buy furniture for cheap, as neither of them had much money and wouldn't accept any from anybody. They scrubbed the house until it gleamed, by magic of course. They magically put a new coat of paint on the outside. The house was now bright white with black shutters. There was a wrought iron gate and a stone path that led to the house. The garden and yard was tamed and looked elegant. A small brass plaque on the gate read The Hollow, because the home was settled in a large hollow.
So I lay my head back down
And I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I know now
You're my only hope
Wedding day had finally arrived. Hermione rose early and gathered her things, preparing to go to The Burrow. She found her mother and father in the kitchen, drinking their morning tea. "Morning, dear." Mrs. Granger gave her daughter a kiss as she sat down. With a shaking hand, she poured herself some tea. "Don't worry pumpkin. It'll be okay." Mr. Granger patted Hermione's hand and she gave him a weak smile. "Better get to the Weasleys. Ceremony starts at eleven." Hermione glanced at the clock and saw it a minute to nine. They had a Portkey ready to take them to the Weasleys. "Ready?" They grabbed Mr. Granger's newspaper, which was the Portkey, and would be leaving at nine. "Three...two...one..." There was a quick jerk and they were flying through a whirl of color and wind. They landed on their feet in the yard of the Burrow. Mrs. Weasley came running out to greet them. "There you are!" She ushered them inside, where Ginny sat at the table. "The men are upstairs, getting dressed. You can go join them Henry." Mr. Granger thanked her and headed upstairs. "Now Cecilia, Hermione, Ginny, you have your robes?" They nodded. "Better get dressed. Hermione, Ginny, you stay upstairs until the bride's march starts." Ginny grinned with excitement and Hermione dashed to the bathroom, her nerves finally getting the best of her.
I give you my destiny I'm giving you all of me
I want your symphony singing in all that I am
At the top of my lungs I'm giving it back
"Professor Dumbledore is performing the ceremony!" said Ginny excitedly as they entered her room. Hermione smiled slightly, still feeling nauseous.
Ginny pulled on her dress and shoes, then began to brush her hair. Hermione slowly pulled the dress over her head, then her stockings, finally pulling her shoes on her feet. She brushed her hair and twisted it into a tight bun, grabbing a pink rose blossom and slipping it into the top of her bun. Then she set the veil on her head, making sure the headband was perfectly straight. "Oh, Mione, you look beautiful!" said Ginny in a hushed
voice. Hermione smiled, glancing at her reflection. She felt slightly less nervous. "Mione, Gin? Are you not in the nude?" It was Harry. "Yes!" called Ginny with a giggle. Harry entered the room, wearing black dress robes with a white collar and cuffs. "You both look beautiful." Hermione smiled at him, as did Ginny. "It's almost eleven. Everybody's here." He pointed out the window where the large crowd of guests were taking their seats. Albus Dumbledore was standing by the archway which was decorated with red and pink roses. "Ginny! Harry! Let's go!" Mrs. Weasley called up the stairs. "Bye, Mione." Ginny and Harry hurried out of the room. Mr. Granger stood near the doorway. "You look beautiful, pumpkin." Hermione smiled and kissed his cheek. "Thanks, Daddy." He held out his arm. "Shall we?" They headed down the narrow staircase and into the kitchen.
So I lay my head back down
and I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I know now
You're my only hope
Music was playing as Mr. Granger and Hermione stepped out onto the velvet runway to where Dumbledore, Harry, and Ron were standing. All eyes were on Mr. Granger and Hermione as they walked down the isle. Mrs. Weasley and Mrs. Granger burst into tears as she passed them. Mr. Granger stepped to the side as Ron took Hermione's arm. They faced Dumbledore, who smiled at them and began to speak. "Friends, family, we are gathered here today to join Ronald Weasley and Hermione Granger in holy matrimony. If anyone has objections speak now or forever hold your peace." He paused and nobody spoke. "Ronald, face Hermione and repeat after me. I, Ronald Weasley, take this woman, Hermione Granger, to be my lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward." Ron looked into Hermione's sparkling, teary eyes. "I, Ronald Weasley, take this woman, Hermione Granger, to be my lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward." "Hermione, face Ronald and repeat after me. I, Hermione Granger, take this man, Ronald Weasley, to be my lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward." Hermione cleared her throat and spoke. "I, Hermione Granger, take this man, Ronald Weasley, to have and to hold, from this day forward." Dumbledore smiled again. "The rings?" Harry pulled the rings from his pocket. Ron slipped a ring on Hermione's finger and Hermione slipped a ring on Ron's finger. "I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride." Ron swept Hermione into a deep kiss and the crowd cheered. "May I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Weasley!" Everybody cheered louder as Hermione and Ron ran down the isle, flower petals and Filibuster Fireworks flying everywhere. Hermione tossed her bouquet into the air and Lavender caught it. She kissed her boyfriend, Seamus Finnigan. "Time for cake!" called Mrs. Weasley.
Ron fed Hermione the first piece of cake and cameras snapped. A dance floor was set up now and a band was playing. A path cleared as Ron and Hermione waltzed through. After, Hermione was passed from the arms of one male guest to another, finally ending back up in Ron's arm. She snuggled close to him, swaying to the music. "I love you, Mrs. Weasley." Hermione smiled dreamily. "I love you, Mr. Weasley."
[Author's note: Awe, Ron and Hermione are finally married! Yay! Hope you like the story and much love to everybody who reviewed!]
Part Six: Only Hope
[Author's note: I have no idea what Mr. and Mrs. Granger's real names are, so I made them up. Mr. Granger is Henry and Mrs. Granger is Cecilia.]
There's a song that's inside of my soul
It's the one that I've tried to write over and over again
I'm awake in the infinite cold
Would you sing to me over and over again
Hermione stirred the next morning to the feel of a hand on her shoulder, a brush of lips on her cheek. She opened her eyes sleepily and looked up into Ron's smiling face. "I was thinking about an August wedding." Hermione smiled and sat up, leaning against him. "August is nice. Where shall we have the service?" Ron smoothed her hair out of her eyes. "My Mum and Dad's house?" Hermione nodded with a smile. "In the garden. I'll carry a bouquet of roses." Ron smiled back and kissed her lips gently. "Breakfast." He whipped a tray from her bedside table that had a teapot, two tea cups, and two blueberry muffins. "Yum," Hermione grabbed a muffin and began to chew. "What time is it?" "Seven." Her eyes widened. "Work!" she gasped. Ron grinned. "Perce was just kidding, Mione. He says you can start work after the wedding." Hermione smiled happily. "When's your holiday?" "Er, in three weeks." Hermione jumped out of bed. "We have a wedding to plan! It's July twelfth right?" She began to pace. "So, we have the wedding the first day of your holiday, August second." Ron grinned. "Perfect!" "Mum, your mum, and I will go into London for the dress robes today. I don't think Mum will mind wearing dress robes but Dad will probably wear a suit. Who's going to be your best man?" "Harry." said Ron simply. "And Ginny will be my maid of honor." Ron glanced at his watch. "Sorry, love, must get to work." He gave Hermione a kiss and Disapparated. Hermione dashed downstairs in her pajamas to speak with her mother.
So I lay my head back down
And I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I know now
You're my only hope
"A wedding!" Madam Malkin at the robe shop in Diagon Alley was beside herself. She loved making wedding robes and was happy Hermione, Mrs. Weasley, and Mrs. Granger had came to her. "Elizabeth! Rosa!" Madam Malkin clapped her hands and two young women came out of the back room. "Elizabeth, you'll fit Mrs. Weasley with her robes. Rosa, you'll fit Mrs. Granger. I'll take care of Ms. Granger's bride's robes." Madam Malkin beamed at her. "What color? White? Or cream?" "Cream," said Hermione quickly. Mrs. Weasley and Mrs. Granger agreed. "Okay, dear, on the stool." Hermione jumped onto the stool and stood still while Madam Malkin took measurements. She left the room and came back with a beautiful cream colored gown-like robe, with a tatted lace collar and cuffs. A matching lace veil with a headband covered with tiny pearls was on top. Madam Malkin also had a pair of cream colored stockings and low-heeled shoes with pearl buckles. Hermione gasped with delight and smiled. "It's perfect!" Madam Malkin slipped the robe over her head and it fit her perfect. "Would you like sleeves?" Hermione shook her head. With a flick of Madam Malkin's wand, the robe became sleeveless. The shoes fit perfectly and when Hermione looked in the mirror, she almost didn't recognize herself. "You look like an angel, dear." Mrs. Granger whispered, wiping tears from her eyes. Mrs. Weasley beamed and nodded her agreement.
Mrs. Weasley, Mrs. Granger, and Hermione left the robe shop, thick packages under each of their arms. "Arthur will take the boys to the shop. Ginny was so excited about being your maid of honor, she already got her robe. It's cream colored as well." Hermione smiled. "Now all we have to take care of is decorations and food. That can be done the day of the wedding." They separated at the Leaky Cauldron: Mrs. Weasley Disapparated while Mrs. Granger and Hermione took the Underground back to their home.
Sing to me the song of the stars
Of your galaxy dancing and laughing and laughing again
When it feels like my dreams are so far
Sing to me of the plans that you have for me over again
Now, all the days leaned toward the wedding. An air of excitement floated around the Grangers home and The Burrow. Ron was over the house every other night: Hermione went to The Burrow the other nights. They spent their weekends strolling around Hogsmeade, buying things for the home they would have after the wedding. They still hadn't found a home, but were looking. While in the Three Broomsticks drinking butterbeer, Sirius Black hurried over to them with an excited look on his face. "Ron! Hermione! I've found you a home! It's abandoned and the people who used to live there are giving it away." Hermione and Ron followed Sirius to the edge of Hogsmeade, where an ancient two story house sat surrounded by willow trees and wildflowers. "I took it from the old owners and this is my wedding gift to you." Ron looked stunned and Hermione emitted a cry of joy. "Oh, thank you Sirius!" She flung her arms around his neck. Ron pumped his hands fiercely, beaming happily. The trio entered the house and saw although it was in need of a good scrubbing, it was in working order. Hermione and Ron decided to fix it up right away.
They were able to buy furniture for cheap, as neither of them had much money and wouldn't accept any from anybody. They scrubbed the house until it gleamed, by magic of course. They magically put a new coat of paint on the outside. The house was now bright white with black shutters. There was a wrought iron gate and a stone path that led to the house. The garden and yard was tamed and looked elegant. A small brass plaque on the gate read The Hollow, because the home was settled in a large hollow.
So I lay my head back down
And I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I know now
You're my only hope
Wedding day had finally arrived. Hermione rose early and gathered her things, preparing to go to The Burrow. She found her mother and father in the kitchen, drinking their morning tea. "Morning, dear." Mrs. Granger gave her daughter a kiss as she sat down. With a shaking hand, she poured herself some tea. "Don't worry pumpkin. It'll be okay." Mr. Granger patted Hermione's hand and she gave him a weak smile. "Better get to the Weasleys. Ceremony starts at eleven." Hermione glanced at the clock and saw it a minute to nine. They had a Portkey ready to take them to the Weasleys. "Ready?" They grabbed Mr. Granger's newspaper, which was the Portkey, and would be leaving at nine. "Three...two...one..." There was a quick jerk and they were flying through a whirl of color and wind. They landed on their feet in the yard of the Burrow. Mrs. Weasley came running out to greet them. "There you are!" She ushered them inside, where Ginny sat at the table. "The men are upstairs, getting dressed. You can go join them Henry." Mr. Granger thanked her and headed upstairs. "Now Cecilia, Hermione, Ginny, you have your robes?" They nodded. "Better get dressed. Hermione, Ginny, you stay upstairs until the bride's march starts." Ginny grinned with excitement and Hermione dashed to the bathroom, her nerves finally getting the best of her.
I give you my destiny I'm giving you all of me
I want your symphony singing in all that I am
At the top of my lungs I'm giving it back
"Professor Dumbledore is performing the ceremony!" said Ginny excitedly as they entered her room. Hermione smiled slightly, still feeling nauseous.
Ginny pulled on her dress and shoes, then began to brush her hair. Hermione slowly pulled the dress over her head, then her stockings, finally pulling her shoes on her feet. She brushed her hair and twisted it into a tight bun, grabbing a pink rose blossom and slipping it into the top of her bun. Then she set the veil on her head, making sure the headband was perfectly straight. "Oh, Mione, you look beautiful!" said Ginny in a hushed
voice. Hermione smiled, glancing at her reflection. She felt slightly less nervous. "Mione, Gin? Are you not in the nude?" It was Harry. "Yes!" called Ginny with a giggle. Harry entered the room, wearing black dress robes with a white collar and cuffs. "You both look beautiful." Hermione smiled at him, as did Ginny. "It's almost eleven. Everybody's here." He pointed out the window where the large crowd of guests were taking their seats. Albus Dumbledore was standing by the archway which was decorated with red and pink roses. "Ginny! Harry! Let's go!" Mrs. Weasley called up the stairs. "Bye, Mione." Ginny and Harry hurried out of the room. Mr. Granger stood near the doorway. "You look beautiful, pumpkin." Hermione smiled and kissed his cheek. "Thanks, Daddy." He held out his arm. "Shall we?" They headed down the narrow staircase and into the kitchen.
So I lay my head back down
and I lift my hands and pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I pray
To be only yours I know now
You're my only hope
Music was playing as Mr. Granger and Hermione stepped out onto the velvet runway to where Dumbledore, Harry, and Ron were standing. All eyes were on Mr. Granger and Hermione as they walked down the isle. Mrs. Weasley and Mrs. Granger burst into tears as she passed them. Mr. Granger stepped to the side as Ron took Hermione's arm. They faced Dumbledore, who smiled at them and began to speak. "Friends, family, we are gathered here today to join Ronald Weasley and Hermione Granger in holy matrimony. If anyone has objections speak now or forever hold your peace." He paused and nobody spoke. "Ronald, face Hermione and repeat after me. I, Ronald Weasley, take this woman, Hermione Granger, to be my lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward." Ron looked into Hermione's sparkling, teary eyes. "I, Ronald Weasley, take this woman, Hermione Granger, to be my lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward." "Hermione, face Ronald and repeat after me. I, Hermione Granger, take this man, Ronald Weasley, to be my lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward." Hermione cleared her throat and spoke. "I, Hermione Granger, take this man, Ronald Weasley, to have and to hold, from this day forward." Dumbledore smiled again. "The rings?" Harry pulled the rings from his pocket. Ron slipped a ring on Hermione's finger and Hermione slipped a ring on Ron's finger. "I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride." Ron swept Hermione into a deep kiss and the crowd cheered. "May I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Weasley!" Everybody cheered louder as Hermione and Ron ran down the isle, flower petals and Filibuster Fireworks flying everywhere. Hermione tossed her bouquet into the air and Lavender caught it. She kissed her boyfriend, Seamus Finnigan. "Time for cake!" called Mrs. Weasley.
Ron fed Hermione the first piece of cake and cameras snapped. A dance floor was set up now and a band was playing. A path cleared as Ron and Hermione waltzed through. After, Hermione was passed from the arms of one male guest to another, finally ending back up in Ron's arm. She snuggled close to him, swaying to the music. "I love you, Mrs. Weasley." Hermione smiled dreamily. "I love you, Mr. Weasley."
[Author's note: Awe, Ron and Hermione are finally married! Yay! Hope you like the story and much love to everybody who reviewed!]