"Harry, I almost forgot to tell you something," Hermione said, taking a sip of her pumpkin juice.
Hermione and Harry were in the magical part of Salem, eating at a restaurant much like the Leaky Cauldron. To Hermione's surprise, Ashley was their waitress. She almost fainted dead away when she saw that she would be serving the famous Harry Potter. Hermione set her drink down on the table and stared into Harry's amazing emerald green eyes.
"What is it?" Harry asked.
"I almost forgot to give you this," Hermione said, taking a small package out of her pants pockets. She handed it to Harry saying, "Happy Birthday Harry!"
Harry smiled at her and opened a small picture frame with the last picture Harry and Hermione had had together. On the picture frame, written in gold letters was I'll Always Love You. Harry, set the picture frame down and smiled happily into Hermione's chocolate brown eyes. Hermione smiled back and continued to eat her supper.
"So how are the two love birds doing?" Ashley asked, bringing Harry the check.
"Thanks for the meal Ashley, it was great," Hermione said. Ashley was going to say thank you, but then she saw the ring on Hermione's finger.
"Whoa are you two getting hitched?" Ashley asked.
"If that's what you call getting married, then yes," Harry replied, grinning.
"Well Congratulations!" Ashley said, starting to clear the table. She then whispered to Hermione. "I wish I was in your shoes."
Hermione blushed a bit. Harry then took Hermione's hand and they wandered down the streets to her hotel room. Hermione stopped at the door, not letting Harry go past.
"Come on Hermione, he's going to find out sooner or later," Harry said.
"But he'll kill you or he won't let me see you again," Hermione replied, spreading her arms across the door. Harry gently grabbed her arm and pulled her away from the door.
"We are going to tell him together," Harry replied.
"Well, ok," Hermione said slowly.
Harry took her hand again, and Hermione slowly knocked on the door.
"Hermione dear, is that you?" Mrs. Granger's voice said from the other side of the door.
"Yes, Mum, and Harry's with me," Hermione replied.
"Don't let that boy in," was heard quietly from Mr. Granger. Mrs. Granger opened the door.
"Come in you two," She said, glaring at her husband. Hermione led Harry in and sat down on small couch in the hotel room.
"Mum, Dad, we have something to tell you," Hermione began.
"You're pregnant! I knew it! I should have never let you see that boy!" Mr. Granger yelled furiously.
"You're pregnant dear?" Mrs. Granger asked.
"What? No!" Hermione replied.
"Oh good, well continue then," Mrs. Granger replied.
"Well you better not have eloped either," Mr. Granger said, looking at Harry loathingly.
"Mr. and Mrs. Granger, I've known Hermione for quite a few years now, and one thing is for certain, I'm in love with your daughter," Harry said.
"We're getting married," Hermione said, holding up her hand to show her parents the ring. Mrs. Granger began to cry.
"My babies all grown up now!" She said, pulling Hermione into a hug.
"I will not allow you to marry him!" Mr. Granger spat.
"Him is Harry Potter, my fiancé!" Hermione replied.
"I'm so happy for you two! Harry, you're welcome at our house for supper anytime you wish!" Mrs. Granger said. "Hermione dear, you better say goodnight, we leave bright and early in the morning."
"My Quidditch Team is heading back to England tomorrow, and we'd be happy to let you guys fly with us for free. We rented the plane out to ourselves," Harry suggested.
"But our tickets are nonrefundable," Hermione said.
"My couch could probably get you some wizarding money in exchange for your muggle tickets. Then you could always go to Gringott's and get muggle money," Harry replied.
"Why thank you Harry. Where and what time should we meet you?" Mrs. Granger asked.
"In front of the restaurant Hermione and I ate at tonight at nine tomorrow morning," Harry said. "You remember where that was Hermione?"
"Yes I do, we'll see you tomorrow," Hermione said. The whole time Mr. Granger was glaring menacingly at Harry.
"Goodnight Hermione, Goodnight Mrs. Granger, and Mr. Granger," Harry added a bit reluctantly.
"See you tomorrow Harry," Hermione smiled. Harry smiled back.
"Bye Harry!" Mrs. Granger said, showing him the door.
"I can't believe you said yes to that thing!" Mr. Granger shouted.
"I happen to love that thing!" Hermione said angrily.
"He's a very nice boy, and he loves our Hermione," Mrs. Granger replied.
Mr. Granger didn't say anything. He went into the bathroom slamming the door shut.
"He'll get over it soon dear," Mrs. Granger told Hermione. Hermione tried to smile, but she just didn't believe her mother's words.
***
"Harry!" Hermione shouted, running ahead of her parents. Hermione rushed into Harry's arms, nearly knocking Harry onto the sidewalk. Hermione giggled and Harry grinned. Susan was looking at them happily.
"Compliments of me," Ashley said, coming out of the restaurant, handing Hermione a bag full of pastries.
"Thanks Ashley," Hermione said, taking the bag.
"No problem, just write to me," Ashley replied.
"Of course," Hermione said, as Harry put his arms around her waste.
"You're invited to our wedding, whenever it's going to be," Harry said.
"Tell me the date and I'm there!" Ashley said, a huge smile spreading across her face. Hermione smiled and waved goodbye to Ashley as a cab picked the Quidditch players and the Granger's up. From the outside it looked like only a few people could fit in the cab, but once inside, there was plenty of room for everyone to sit. Harry sat down next to Hermione, wrapping his arms around her. Mr. Granger glared at him, taking a seat across from the two lovebirds. Susan sat down next to Hermione.
"Wow Harry, you're right, she is beautiful," Samuel said, sitting down on the other side of Harry. Harry grinned again and Hermione blushed as usual. The trip to the plane only took about a half hour and soon everyone was loaded onto the plane. The plane was roomy and appeared to have all first class type seats, except there was only one aisle that went on the left side, and around twelve rows of two seats down the right side. Harry and Hermione took the two seats in the last row, with Hermione sitting by the window. As luck would have it, Mr. and Mrs. Granger ended up sitting in the way front.
"You two make such a cute couple," Susan said, turning around in her seat to face the two. "I wish my boyfriend would ask me to marry him."
"Who is your boyfriend?" Hermione asked.
"He works at the ministry. I don't think you know him, but he's in the Department of Games and Sports. He's one step below the head of the department now," Susan replied.
"How long have you been dating?" Hermione asked.
"A little over a year," Susan said.
"Well Harry and I have barley been dating for a year, but we've known each other since we were eleven," Hermione said.
"I've known Alex since I was twelve and he was fourteen, but I didn't find out he liked me until last year, but I know we love each other, he's just not ready for a commitment yet," Susan replied. "Well I'll leave you two alone."
"Harry, my father is so unhappy with us," Hermione said.
"I know, but he'll get over it right?" Harry asked.
"I hope so, I really hope so," Hermione replied.
At that moment a small tawny owl, flew into Hermione's window. It started tapping on the window and Harry helped Hermione pry open the small circular window. The owl flew in, dropped a letter on Hermione's lap and flew back out. Hermione shut the window and opened the letter. It had the Hogwarts Seal on it.
"This is it, I find out if I am a professor or not," Hermione said, taking the letter out of the envelope slowly.
"I'm sure you got the job," Harry said reassuringly.
"Thanks," Hermione said, unfolding the letter.
Miss Hermione GrangerVacation in Salem
Job Reply
Dear Miss Granger,
I am pleased to inform you that you have become Hogwarts new Transfiguration Teacher. Please return to Hogwarts a week before term starts. You may arrive any way you please, but if you apparate, remember you can only get as far as Hogsmeade. Your teaching supplies are already in stock, so bring just a few necessities on your arrival. Again, Congratulations!
Sincerely,
Professor McGonagall
Headmistress
"I made it!" Hermione said happily.
"I always knew you would," Harry said, hugging Hermione as best as he could on the plane.
"Now that we each have a job, we can start planning the wedding," Hermione said.
Harry smiled at her, his emerald green eyes sparkling with happiness. Harry wanted to marry her right on the spot, but he knew it could be months before they were to be married. Harry sighed at the thought, but realized he would be busy with Quidditch for the most part through their engagement anyways. He put his arm around Hermione's shoulders, and Hermione rested her head on Harry's shoulder. They both drifted off to sleep and before they knew it, they were back in London.
A/N: Thanks to Brigade701 who beta read this chapter for me! I know this chapter was short, but I wanted to get it up and I'm starting to run out of ideas for it. In the next chapter there will be an appearance from Ron, Ginny, Draco, and maybe some more of the Weasley's. Oh, and one questions. Who should the new deputy Headmaster/Headmistress be? Please give me your suggestions in the review you leave me. I love reviews so tell me what you think in a review even if you hate it, or have tons of suggestions for me all reviews are greatly appreciated! Thanks!
