Thank you for all the reviews! I asked for a beta and I never though so many people would like to be one for me. Thank you! And Thank you to my beta! You are wonderful!! Also thank you to Rain an Frodo, your reviews always make me laugh, and you gave a great idea last time that really helped me! If any one has anymore idea I would love to hear them. I know where I want the story to go, but I am having some problems on how to get there.

* Deep in the Forbidden Forest*

"My lord we just received word that Potter stopped Percy last night," Peter Pettigrew said trembling with anticipation on what Voldemort might do to him.

"I see. I knew Percy wasn't going to be able to cast a simple spell on him."

"My Lord he did manage to cast half of it. We do not know if it has effected him yet, but we should know in a few days."

"That will have to do for now. He is still a valuable follower; I want you to get him out of Azkaban. That should be easy enough for you Pettigrew, with the Dementors on our side you should be able to talk them in to it," Voldemort said looking around at his few loyal followers, "Lucius how are you coming along with giants?"

Lucius Malfoy stepped up towards the Dark Lord and knelt down before him. "My lord we have tired to get them on our side, but they will not. That half-wit groundskeeper of Hogwarts Hagrid managed to get them to follow him." Lucius could see the anger in his lord's face. " I sent a few followers back into the mountains to try to persuade them back to us. I told them not to come back unless it is to tell us the giants are with us. We do have the support of the giant bats, the bugbears, the redcaps, and the sirrush."

" Very well. I want everyone to get back to work. I want everything ready by the end of the year. We still have a lot to do! Now leave me!" Voldemort yelled and he watched his followers flee.

* Back at Hogwarts- the hospital wing*

Hermione was in a panic. She had cast the spell on Harry and now he was unconscious. She sat near the window crying. She was too hysterical to notice that he had only been out for 45 minutes, or that he was now looking at her with concern.

" Hermione" he whispered.

Hermione jumped and looked over at Harry. She ran over to him and jumped on him and grabbed him into a hug. " I am so sorry Harry! I didn't mean to hurt you. I will never do it again. I am so sorry!" she said crying in to his bare chest.

Harry began stroking her hair, "It's okay Mione, I'm not hurt. You didn't do anything wrong." he whispered into her ear.

Hermione continued to cry into his chest, she was scared. She could have lost him, and it would have been her fault, "Harry I am so sorry. I didn't mean to."

"Hermione, I am fine really," he said pulling her off his chest, " Look at me Hermione. Do I look hurt? Do I feel hurt?"

Hermione looked at him. " You look fine, and you feel wonderful," she said running her hand down his chest.

Harry laughed, " Thank you, I think."

Hermione giggled, "Your welcome," she said and kissed his shoulder. "Now I hate to leave, but I must get Madame Pomfrey and the others."

"If you must," he said and planted a kiss on the tip of her nose, "Don't be scared Mione I'm fine really."

Hermione smiled and threw his shirt at him, "Why don't you put this on? I don't want any one seeing you with out it." she said and walked out of the room to find Madame Pomfrey.

Harry smiled and put his shirt on. A few minutes later Hermione, Madame Pomfrey, Dumbledore, Moody, and Lupin entered the room.

Madame Pomfrey rushed over to Harry and began asking him all kind of questions at once. " How are you feeling? Do you hurt anywhere? What did you feel after the spell was cast? Did you see anything when you were unconscious? Does your head hurt?"

" Now Poppy, let Harry tell you what happen, and give him some room," Dumbledore said pulling Madame Pomfrey away from Harry.

" Oh, I am sorry! I just want to know what happen!"

" It's okay, Madame Pomfrey," Harry said sitting up in his bed and looking around the room. Hermione was sitting on the edge of his bed looking out the window. Dumbledore, Madame Pomfrey and Moody were at the foot of his bed looking at him. Lupin was standing over near the window that Hermione was looking out. His back was turned to everyone.

Harry let out a sigh. 'What is wrong with Lupin? I need to talk to him, I hope I didn't do anything to upset him,' he thought

"Now, Harry, why don't you tell us what happened?" Moody said, who noticed Harry and Hermione both looking at Lupin.

Harry turned away from Lupin and looked at Hermione. He gave her a smile and began to tell them what happen. "After Hermione cast the spell on me my whole body went numb, then went back to normal, then I got this tingling feeling, it started in my stomach and then went up to my chest. My eyes started to get really heavy and just before I closed them I saw a green cloud above me and heard someone gasp. Then I woke up and saw Hermione. I don't hurt anywhere, I feel just like I did before."

"You didn't feel any pain at all?" Hermione asked.

"None. Like I said before I feel normal."

"Interesting." Moody said

"What is? Is everything okay with me?" Harry said looking at the Madame Pomfrey.

"Well, its seems Percy was trying to hurt you last night, we don't know what he was trying to do. Whatever it was, it was very old magic," Lupin said dully from the window not trying to look at him.

" Lupin is right. We also believe that the Avanda Kadavra that Voldemort used on you years ago was still in you, but Miss. Granger released it. " Dumbledore said smiling at Hermione. " Because the spell is no longer in your system Voldemort does not have as much of a connection to you as he did before. But we can not be certain, Poppy and Miss Granger will have to examine you again, but for now I don't see why we can not have some lunch and let these two rest for the rest of the day," he said smiling at Harry.

Madame Pomfrey was about to protest to Dumbeldore's decision, but saw the look in his eyes and decided not to, "Harry, I want you back here right after breakfast."

Harry was relived he wouldn't have to stay in the hospital wing. " I will" he said and began getting off the bed. He looked at Hermione and could see concern in her eyes and fell how frightened she was. " Mione, it will be okay, don't worry. If you hadn't of done that spell who knows how long that curse could of still be in me."

" She has a right to worry!" Lupin yelled. "You could of died last night!" he said and ran out of the room not looking at Harry again.

Hermione began to cry. "He's right, you could of died. I would of never forgiven myself if you had. I don't what I would do with my self if you were gone."

Harry grabbed her in to his arms. " I didn't die and I won't. Voldemort or anyone will not take me from you. I won't leave you. I won't leave any of you," he said looking at Moody, Dumbledore and Madame Pomfrey.

"You promise?" Hermione said stopping her cries.

"Promise." He said and kissed her on the check. "Now lets go have some lunch. I know you didn't eat breakfast, you must be starving," he said releasing her from the embrace; he grabbed her hand and led her out of the room and down to the great hall.

After lunch Dumbledore insisted Harry and Hermione return to their rooms to rest. Harry and Hermione were sitting in front of the fire in their common room, completely comfortable in the silence. Hermione reading a book and Harry letting his though take him over.

Hermione looked up from her book and saw Harry in deep though, she could feel the guilt and confusion he was feeling. She out her hand on his knee "Harry, what's wrong?" she asked.

"Did you notice how Lupin wouldn't look at me today?"

"Yes, I did."

"Yesterday when they came to pick me up he seemed annoyed that I was talking to him, and this morning at breakfast he wouldn't talk to me, and when he did he just left after he said one thing to me. I think he's mad at me."

"I noticed he's been acting a little odd. I don't think it's you Harry. He was acting strange when he was staying with my mum and the Weasleys earlier this summer."

"I didn't know he was there."

"Just a few days. He had to leave because of the full moon. You should have seen mum when she found out he was a werewolf."

" She must have been horrified."

" I thought she would be, but really she was very curious about it. She kept on asking him questions and even made him some food to take with him. She even borrowed one of my book on werewolves so she could understand it better," Hermione said with a slight smile.

Harry smiled at the thought of Mrs. Granger and Lupin, but quickly turned his thoughts back to why Lupin was acting so strange. "I still don't know why he's acting so strange."

"Why don't you ask him?"

Harry nodded his head, "I guess I will."

"It's okay Harry," she said putting her head on his shoulder. " Everything is going to fine."

They went back to sitting in silence, enjoying the feeling of just being alone with each other. Both knowing that they didn't need to talk all the time, they both just enjoyed the company of each other.

Harry decided to break the comfortable silence, "Hermione have you written to Ron or Ginny yet?"

" No. I didn't know what to say."

"I think we should. Maybe something to the whole family."

"That's probably a good idea. I'll go get some parchment." she said and moved from the couch to her room. Harry got up from the couch too and sat down at the table.

"How should we start this?" Hermione asked walking back into the room.

"I don't know. I just want them to know that we are not mad at them and shouldn't blame themselves."

"Me too." Hermione said starring down at the blank parchment. Soon she began scribbling on the parchment. Harry sat and watched her work. He loved the way she looked when she has an idea. Her big brown eyes would become wider and alive, she would have a smile of satisfaction, how she would suck the end of her quill when she was stuck on something, or when she would bite her bottom lip when she was concentrating. Harry thought he could stare at her like that forever and he smiled at the thought of begin with her forever.

"Harry what are you smiling at?" Hermione asked.

"You. I love how you look when you have an idea."

Hermione rolled her eyes and blushed. "Would you read this please? Tell me what you think."

Harry smiled, reached for the parchment, and began to read.

Dear Molly, Author, Bill, Charlie, Fred, George, Ron, and Ginny,

I know thing are not going to be easy for you guys, but we want you to know that we are here to support you. We do not blame you for what Percy did to us; it was not your fault. He chose to do it. He knew what he was getting into when he decided to become a Death Eater, and now he is going to pay for it. Please do not fell sorry for us what is done is done. Again we are sorry for you all have to deal with, but remember that we are here for you. This is a time to come together and not drift away, we hope you all will be able to put this aside for now and concentrate of helping with the defeat of Voldemort. We will see you all very soon.

Love-

Hermione and Harry.

" Its good." Harry said rereading the letter. " Its really good."

" Do you think so?" Hermione asked

" Yes it is."

Hermione smiled and looked at the clock above the fireplace. " 6 o'clock! Oh I have to get ready!"

Harry looked up at her and smiled. " You still want to go out tonight?"

" Oh course! We should tell someone where we are going, just in case."

Harry's smile grew wider" I already did."

Hermione jumped up from her chair and kissed Harry on the lips. " See you in an hour!" she said and walked over to her door, closed and locked it behind her.

Harry smiled and got up from his chair with the letter and went to his room. He saw Hedwig sitting on his perch.

" Hi girl I've got a letter for you." he said and walked over to his owl and petted her. " Take this to Ron's family. I don't know where they are at, I hope you can find them." he said and tied the letter to her foot. " Oh wait! I should write Dudley something too," he said looking at Hedwig who cocked her head and gave a puzzled hoot. " I know I've never done that before, but things are different now. Just give me a few minutes." Harry said and sat down at his desk and pulled out his quill and some parchment.

Dudley-

I hope you are doing okay. Again I am sorry for what happen last night. I know things cannot be easy for you right now. The people you are staying with are wonderful let them help you. Mrs. Granger is a Muggle (non-magic person) just like you her daughter is my girlfriend. They lost someone close to them last year and understand what you are going through. She is a wonderful lady listen to her. She also lost her parents at a young age, just like we did. Who ever thought we would have something in common? Things will be okay Dudley. I am sorry I couldn't stay with you last night, but it is not safe for me out there. I will see you again someday soon. Keep in touch.

Harry

Harry sealed the letter and tied it with the letter to the Weasley's, "There you are girl. I think they are both at the same place. Be careful and come back when you can," he said as the owl flew out his window.

Harry looked at his watch and decided he should shower and get ready. Harry looked around his room and was surprisingly happy to notice his own bathroom. He walked in the bathroom and silently thanked Dumbledore for not having to share with Ron anymore. He was really a slob when it came to the bathroom. Always leaving random things on the floor, in the shower or sink. He lost count of the times last year when Hermione would yell at Ron for leaving things in the bathroom.

Harry stepped under the hot spray of the shower and let it fall over him. He did his usual shower routine of washing his hair and body and got out. He was never one to linger in the shower, like Hermione. Harry walked back into his room and looked at the clock. 30 minutes, just enough time. Harry got dressed, grabbed a small red box from his father's trunk stuffed it in the pocket of his robe next to his wand, and left the room. He quickly made his way out side and began picking random flowers he found. He made his way over to the greenhouses when he saw Professor Sprout.

" Hello, Mr. Potter how are you feeling? I heard what happen last night, and this morning," she said looking at the bundle of flowers in his hand

"I am fine professor."

"May I ask who the flowers are for?"

Harry smiled, "Hermione. I really don't know what they are, I just though they looked nice."

Professor Sprout laughed. " Yes, they do look nice, but I am afraid they are a weed. Come with me, I think I have something that will suit you." she said and walked over to greenhouse number four.

Harry looked at the flower he had picked and threw them on the ground and quickly followed after the professor.

"Now Harry I think these would be more Hermione's type." she said handing him several white orchards, "Put them in some warm water when you get back upstairs. They should last for a few weeks."

Harry smiled and at her. "Thank you so much! I really have to go, I need to pick Hermione up in 5 minutes!" he said.

"You are welcome Harry. Have a good night, and if you ever need help again just ask."

Harry began running back towards the castle. "I will! Thank you again!" he yelled.

Harry ran as fast as he could up to the castle and up to the dorm, he stopped at the portrait and breathlessly said "Quidditch". The children in the portrait cheered that he got it right and the door swung open. Harry looked at his watch again to see it turn to 7. Harry smiled, "Right on time."

Harry stood out side Hermione's door starring at it. He was nervous, so was she. He could feel her heart racing, like his was. She had butterflies in her stomach, like he did. Harry shock his head 'It's only Hermione, you've been together for over a year,' he though and took a deep breath and knocked on the door. Slowly the doorknob turned and Harry was standing in front of the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Hermione stood in front of him in a midnight blue dress that fell down to the floor. Her hair was in soft curls that fell down to the middle of her back. Harry noticed a small amount of make-up on her face, just enough to accentuate her natural beauty. His mouth went dry, he was struggling to breath, his mind became foggy, and Harry could swear he lost the ability to speak, think, or move.

"Harry?" Hermione whispered and steeped towards him.

Harry smiled at her. He wanted to speak but couldn't. He wanted to grab her in his arms and never let go, but he couldn't move.

Hermione stepped closer and wrapped her arms around him. "Harry." she whispered into his ear.

A shiver ran down Harry's spine. Thoughts began to form in his head again, and he was sure he was able to speak. " Y-you smell like vanilla" he managed say. "You look amazing Hermione, you literally took my breath away."

Hermione blushed. "Thank you, I think."

Harry smiled and brushed his lips against hers. " Your welcome. These are for you." he sand handing her a flowers.

"Oh Harry, no one has ever given me flowers before. They're beautiful," she said pulling them towards her nose to smell.

"Professor Sprout said to put them in warm water and they will last a few weeks."

"You got these from her?"

"Well, that wasn't what I was planning on doing. I went out to pick some for you and I ran into her. She told me the flowers that I got for you were weeds and that she had something that would be better."

"There perfect Harry, but you didn't have to," she said while she transfigured an old book in to a glass vase.

"I may not of had to, but I wanted to. I feel bad for having our first date now. We've been together for over a year. We should have done this a long time ago." Harry said taking the vase from her and putting some water in it and setting it on the table next to her bed.

"Don't feel bad Harry. We had a busy year. But I do agree that we should have done this a long time ago."

"I know and it's not going to get any better this year." He said grabbing her around the waist and pulling her close to him. "You really do look amazing. Not like you don't everyday," he said planting a kiss on the top of her head.

"Thank you. You know you don't look so bad yourself," she said running her hands through his already messy hair. "You clean up nice."

Harry laughed and kissed her briefly on the lips. " It's time to go."

"Where are we going? I know we can't leave the castle it's not safe."

"I know and we aren't leaving the castle." Harry said guiding her out of the room and up towards the seventh floor. "Just trust me."

" Harry, I do," she said giving his hand a gentle squeeze and continued following Harry up the stairs. Soon she realized where they were going. "Harry, is it okay that we use this room?"

Harry smiled. "Took you long enough to figure it out. Don't worry. Dumbledore knows where we are tonight. He also said we can use it when we like, as long as we tell him when we are going there, just in case."

"Anytime we want?"

Harry stopped in front of the door to the Room of Requirement. "Anytime. I say at least once a month we use it."

Hermione's face lit up. " Once a month? Really Harry?"

Harry smiled and kissed her on the cheek. " If that's okay with you."

" Of course it is!"

" Good, now excuse me a minute while I think of what I want to room to be tonight." Harry sand and began pacing back in forth in front of the room. Soon the door popped open. Harry smiled. " Close your eyes."

Hermione did what she was told. Harry grabbed her hands and slowly began guiding her in the room. Once they were in the middle of the room Harry leaned in next to her ear and whispered " Open your beautiful eyes."

Hermione opened her eyes and gasped. " Oh Harry I've never seen anything like this before!" She said looking around the room. There was soft green grass on the floor, there were lilies, roses, sunflowers, tulips, daises, and several other kind of wildflowers Hermione couldn't seem to place a name to, a small pond on one corner of the room with a few fish swimming happily, and a large oak tree towering over one side of the room. Under the tree was a blanket with a small basket sitting on it; the ceiling was made to look like the night sky, with a big full moon and hundreds of twinkling stars.

Harry watched as Hermione took in the sight before her. "I love you Hermione," he said.

Hermione turned to Harry and wrapped her arms around his neck, "I love you so much Harry! This is so beautiful, thank you."

"Your welcome. Now come sit with me and lets have something to eat," he said and led her over to the tree.

Hermione looked at the tree. "Harry, is this the tree from the park near your aunt and uncle's house?"

Harry smiled and sat down on the blanket. "I was hoping you would notice."

"Why did you pick this tree?" she asked carefully sitting down next to Harry. "This was the tree I was sitting under when I started to think of you as more than a friend and I was sitting under this tree when I decided I had to tell you how I fell." Hermione's eyes began to water. "Don't cry Mione. I can't stand to see you cry."

"I'm sorry, this is just so wonderful Harry. I never thought anyone would put so much thought into something for me. Thank you."

"You don't need to thank me. You under estimate yourself Hermione, there are plenty of guys who would want to be in my position."

"Just like there are plenty of girls who would want to be in mine."

"I don't want anyone but you."

Hermione smiled. "Good, because I don't want anyone but you."

"I'm glad we both agree." Harry said and opened the basket and began taking out food.

After they had there fill of dinner Harry leaned his back against the tree and pulled Hermione to sit in between his legs. Harry grabbed the small red box out of his robes and held it in front of Hermione.

"Harry what is the?" she asked eyeing the box.

"Something I found this summer in my mum's trunk. Open it."

Hermione took the box out of his hand and carefully flipped open the top of the box and smiled. " Harry its beautiful." she said and pulled out a small gold hair clip that was in the shape of a snitch. In the center of the snitch were the initials JL and HH

"There was a note attached to it that said he gave it to my mum on their anniversary. I added our initials on the day of our actual anniversary."

"This is so beautiful Harry. Thank you." Hermione said and sat up and put the clip in her hair. " How does it look?"

"Perfect." he said and tightened the grip around her waist. " Just like you."

"I feel bad that I don't have anything for you." Hermione said.

" Don't be, I don't need anything but you. Besides if it weren't for you that curse would still be in me. Thank you so much, maybe now I will have a even better chance at defeating Voldemort."

"Harry you are going to defeat him. Don't think for a second that you won't."

Harry began moving his thumbs up and down against the silky fabric that was covering Hermione's stomach, "I know I will. I have to, for us to have a future, for everyone to have a future. Sometimes I do have my doubts, I think it's normal."

"It may be normal, but I think part of the key of defeating him is knowing you will."

Harry didn't know how to answer, so he didn't. He just sat against the tree feeling the weight of Hermione against his chest. Harry could tell Hermione was still concerned about what happen today and what was going to be happening in the next year, but he could also feel her love. It gave Harry hope that he would really defeat Voldemort, because he knew even if he did kill someone, Hermione would still be there for him.