As promised, here's the epilogue. Okay, now this is seriously it. I've done all I can for this storyline. I hope you enjoyed reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it.

Something Blue – Epilogue

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Together with their families and friends,

you are cordially invited to attend the nuptials of

Mr. Draco Malfoy

and

Miss Hermione Granger

Saturday, the 23rd of May

Two thousand and nine

at seven o'clock in the evening

The Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Reception will immediately follow

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If Narcissa Malfoy had her way, all of England would have been invited to the wedding.

It's not everyday that her only son got married. Ever since the day he was born, she promised him that he would always have the best of everything. To some people like his mother, the best also meant the biggest and most expensive.

Draco's mother, however, did not get her way. Draco insisted on pleasing his fiancée and not abide by his mother's wishes. And since Narcissa always gave her son what he wanted, she acquiesced to him. Hermione was the most important person in the world to Draco and he promised long ago to do anything to make her happy and give her anything she wanted. Not that Hermione asked for much. It wasn't the material things she wanted. All she wanted was to marry Draco, have a wonderful, loving family, her close friends around her and Ron, Harry and Draco to make peace with each other. Today, her wish was one step closer to being fulfilled.

The wedding was to be a simple, yet elegant affair. Simple to Hermione meant 50 or so friends and relatives, but to Draco's mother simple meant about 200 people encompassing all the affluent family, friends and acquaintances of wizarding society. Finally after much debate, a compromise was made. For Draco and Hermione's small, elegant wedding they were to invite a total of 75 guests that would include high ranking ministry officials, close family and friends and the professors of Hogwarts.

Draco proposed to Hermione on the anniversary of that crazy day years ago when they found themselves in the Great Foyer after Pansy's mishap with her love potion. For the proposal, Draco had arranged for a lovely private dinner in the back of the library after their student's mid-year exams were over. Though the evening was very romantic, Hermione had no thought in her head that he might propose to her that night. She had thought perhaps on Christmas or New Years, but not like this. Believe it or not, Draco could be a sappy romantic when he wanted to be…especially when it came to being romantic with Hermione. They were sitting at what became known as 'their' table finishing some strawberries and cream they had for dessert. Draco stood up abruptly, turned her in her chair to face him, got down on one knee and said, "Hermione Jane Granger, I love you with all my heart. Please do me the honor of being my wife….say yes, and make me the happiest man on earth".

How could she say no? Tears formed in her eyes as he presented her with a small green velvet box. He opened it for her to reveal the most gorgeous diamond ring she had ever seen. The ring rivaled that of his mother's. As tears of joy slipped down her cheek, Hermione leaned forward and kissed Draco with a mixture of passion, tenderness, and intensity so great, Draco had to control himself from taking her right there. She slowly pulled away from him and said with all certainty that she would indeed marry him and that he would be making her the happiest woman on earth.

They began making plans that very night and Draco even helped with the arrangements. They made the announcement to their families over the Christmas holiday and by the new year, they had all the plans ironed out for a Spring wedding, some 5 months hence.

Now, after four very long and sometimes stressful years of dating, their day had finally come. Many things had changed in their lives, but one thing remained the same…Hogwarts. The cool, comforting foyer and great hall was the setting for their special day…their wedding day. They decided neutral territory would be the best option and could think of no better place to have it. There was to be no church, no obscene abundance of guests, no fanfare. It was to be small and intimate and in late spring as promised. The headmaster suggested a wedding on the grounds, but the couple insisted on having it indoors where it all started: the Great Foyer.

The evening could not have been more perfect. The weather was clear. The air was warm, but not too hot and there was a cool, refreshing breeze coming off the lake. The flowers throughout the grounds were in full bloom thanks to the skillful care of Professor Sprout, who had also arranged for the cut flowers in the foyer and hall. The ceremony would be over by seven thirty and the sunset would be brilliant coming through the stained glass windows in the Great Hall.

The decorations were classic in style. Subtle combinations of burgundy and forest green highlighted the dais. Fragrant red roses lined the aisle from the main doorway to the bottom of the staircase that lead to Gryffindor tower. Fairy lights were placed on the outer edge of the foyer and in the main entranceway. It was enchanting. The ceremony would be held under the archway of the main doors with the doors open. The slowly setting sun would be their backdrop.

At Hermione's request, Lucius' portrait was placed next to Narcissa in the front row, giving him the perfect view as he watched the marriage of his only son. This would be the only possible way for Lucius to witness the wedding, since he had died in Azkaban a little over 2 years ago. If he couldn't be there in person, he was a least there in spirit. The gesture was greatly appreciated by Draco and his mother, considering how Lucius felt about muggle-born witches and wizards while he was alive. Narcissa's heart was warmed by the thoughtfulness of her future daughter-in-law. And even though Draco wouldn't admit it, deep down Hermione knew Draco wanted his father there. He had said that it wasn't necessary if it made her uncomfortable, but she knew Draco would eventually regret it if some part of Lucius wasn't there, and so she insisted on the portrait.

Just to the right of the main doors is the staircase leading down to the dungeons. It is there that we find a redhead, a blond, and a brunette standing expectantly waiting for the big moment - the arrival of the bride. The blond groom paced nervously. The brunette tried in vain to fix his unruly hair while the redhead chewed his fingernails to bits. Funny to think that this odd trio actually grew to be friends over the past few years, when they were enemies for so much longer. It was the bride's doing of course. They worked at their friendship for her and only her; she had insisted they try for her sake – she wouldn't be forced to choose between them. It was difficult for them at first, having had many issues which needed to be sorted out. But they did it because they loved her and truth be told, not one of them could risk living without her. And after a time (and many arguments), the three came to terms with each other and found a common ground.

In the background, violins and harps that had been playing classical music, changed the score to announce the arrival of the bride. The time had come. The three men moved into position in front of the open doors. Draco stood in the center, off the aisle and in front of the Minister of Magic. Harry, the first best man, stood next to Draco and Ron, the second best man, stood next to Harry. The three turned in unison and waited for the appearance of the bride. The timing couldn't be more perfect as the sun started it's red-orange decent over the horizon.

The first to appear was Ginny Weasley-Potter. Ginny and Harry were married the previous fall and were expecting their first child by Halloween. Their relationship took a bit of getting used to by Ron in the beginning, but in the end, he knew of no better man to marry his only sister. He already considered Harry a brother, now it was just official.

The second to appear was Pansy Parkinson-Davies. In the few months leading up to graduation, Hermione and Pansy came to an understanding. Basically, Pansy would not be a threat to Hermione and Draco's relationship. Pansy knew she would never be able to compete with Hermione for Draco's affections. He was too much in love to ever look at another woman. And after Pansy met Quentin, her heart would never long for Draco again. The two had met while their families were on holiday in Scotland the summer after Pansy's graduation. They fell madly in love at first sight and had a short engagement. Pansy married Mr. Quentin Davies, a pureblood wizard from London and they have two children: Quentin Jr. who is two years old and Miranda who is 6 months. Draco and Hermione are Quentin's Godparents.

And now the moment everyone was waiting for.

Hermione appeared at the top of the Tower's staircase…a vision of lovliness in all white.

Her hair was piled high on the top of her head; tamed and shaped with a cascade of chocolate curls. Soft wispy hairs shaped her face and slender neck. Her dress was off the shoulder and had a brocaded form-fitting bodice that flared out at the waist into an a-line skirt with a short trane trailing behind her. She wore no vail, just tiny flowers arranged artfully in her hair.

Everyone sighed at the sight of this beautiful creature slowly walking down to the aisle to meet her love, her soul mate, the most wonderful and caring man who would take care of her and protect her…always. Her Draco.

As she came to stand next to him, a single tear slipped down Draco's cheek. He loved her so much and this was the happiest moment of his life. He took her hand and whispered, "I love you Hermione". She whispered back that she loved him too and she gently wiped away his tear. They turned as one and faced the minister.

At the end of the ceremony when the Minister of Magic pronounced them as husband and wife, Draco cupped Hermione's face with both hands, leaned in and said softly with a smile, "try and control yourself darling, we have an audience", and wiggled his eyebrows at her. "Me?", she whispered back in a teasing voice, " what about you….?" He silenced her with a tender kiss. They held each other in a tight hug for a few moments before turning to face their guests and attendants who were cheering and clapping.

Draco shook hands with Harry and Ron while Hermione hugged and kissed Ginny and Pansy. The two matrons of honor were dabbing at their eyes wiping away tears of joy.

Arm in arm, the newly married couple turned towards the Great Hall and burst into laughter. Harry, Ron and Ginny joined their fellow Gryffindor teammates and the Slytherin Quidditch team from their graduating year, and formed an arch with their brooms for Draco and Hermione to walk under as they entered the reception.

Upon entering the Great Hall, they immediately walked to the center of the floor for their first dance. Draco waltzed Hermione around the room effortlessly.

"I'll never get enough of you. You know that, don't you?", Draco whispered into her ear.

"Nor I, you my love", she replied. Then with mischief in her eyes added, "Just wait until tonight". Draco eyes grew wide and a huge smirk formed on his beautiful face.

He cleared his throat attempting to get himself under control. It wouldn't do them any good to make a spectacle out of themselves in front of their guests. "Is that a threat Mrs. Malfoy?", now with mischief in his eyes.

"It's a promise, Mr. Malfoy", she answered firmly. "It would be best for you to eat a good supper…you'll need all your strength tonight", she said to him as he led her off the dance floor to their dais.

"Your wish is my command, darling", he replied and pulled out a chair for his beautiful wife.

What else can I say…..

They lived happily ever after.

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Just so you know, I chose May 23rd as their wedding day because it was the closest Saturday to my wedding anniversary – which is the 20th of May. My wedding was on a perfect Spring day and it was exactly what I wanted for them. The way I figured 2009 for the year, well….Sorcerer's Stone was published in 1998. Each book equals a year, so they would graduate in 2005. Add four years of dating and you get 2009.

Anyway, I hope you all liked how I ended it. I'm a sucker for a happy ending!

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