Chapter 19
It was a week before the wedding. The ones involved were hurridly trying to get everything else prepared. Graduation had been fun. There were many tears and good byes but in the end it was great. None of the previous 7th years knew how to handle going out into the "real world", and getting a job and growing up. None wanted to leave the beautiful castle they had called their home for the past 7 years, but were excited to live on thier own.
The Malfoy Manor had been torn down and construction for the 4 homes were underway. Draco wanted them ready for when he and Hermione returned from Rome. Draco nor Hermione knew how life would be after the wedding. They were nervous. The living arrangements were no problem, seeing as to they shared a dorm for 10 months. They had even slept in the same bed on occasion. Nothing new...except for the marriage part. They were only 18 after all. Did they really want to get married at an early age like that? 'Yeah. It feels right. Like this is all meant to be.' It surely would feel different being a "husband" and a "wife". It just didn't seem realistic yet. But both Draco and Hermione knew that they would make it, because they have each other. With that, they could make it through anything.
"Hermione?" Ginny asked. "Yeah?" Hermione responded. She and Ginny were looking over plans, making sure everything would work out. "The bridesmaids dresses...when do we get those"
"Uh...good question. Um..." Hermione said as she ruffled through papers. "Next...week. Two days before the wedding." "Ok. Do we pick up your dress same day"
"Yeah. And the cake is coming at what time"
"An hour before." "Good, good. When is the decorations being done for the reception?
"An hour before the reception"
"And it's still in the Great Hall"
"Yeah"
"Ok...um...I think everything's covered. Oh wait! Invitations! You sent them out right"
"Uh"
"Ginny Weasley..." Hermione said in a low tone.
"I'm doing that right now!" Ginny jumped up and ran to a box on the other side of the table. She reached in and grabbed the invitations. "Uh, how should I do this? Send those who are near each other with one owl and different ones that are near by with a different owl"
"Yeah"
"Done"
"Do Draco, Harry, and Ron know when to get their tuxes"
"Yeah. But I'll remind them again. And again and again." "I like the way you think." Hermione said and the girls shared a laugh, knowing how the guys were.
"That's pretty much everything then." "Yeah. I don't think it's fully set in yet that I'm getting married." "Really? Well...it will soon enough"
"Yeah. I suppose"
"Oh my gosh Hermione." Ginny said looking at a picture.
"What?" "I can't get over your dress"
"You know what I never told you about that dress"
"What"
"That dress is the exact dress that Draco pictured me in. I told him I wasn't getting one like that. But then I saw it, and it was exactly what he described. White, spaghetti strap, knee length, no veil, hair cascading down my back, white sandles, and a bouqet of blue roses. That's what he said. That's what he's gonna get"
"Aw! That's so cute! I can't believe that! I just thought you liked the dress and wanted no veil and blue roses and stuff! I had no idea that's what Draco said! That's so cool"
"Yeah. It's kinda weird that it ended up like that"
So now it's the day of the wedding. The ladys and the gents were each in their respective places, preparing for the ceremony that was a mere 45 minutes away. Draco and Hermione seemed to be thinking the same thoughts.
'I'm actually marrying the person of my dreams. In an hour I will be able to say I'm married'
Hermione was having last minute touch ups on her make up and hair. Ginny and Lavender were getting theirselves together as well. Draco, Harry, and Ron were preparing themselves as well. "You nervous, mate?" Harry asked Draco as they adjusted their ties.
"You have no idea"
"Well, no need to be. You'll do fine"
"Yeah. It just doesn't seem real. Like it's not really happening"
"Reality will set in sooner than you wish it too, trust me." Aurther Weasley said. He and the rest of the Weasleys were here for the wedding. As well as just about everyone Hermione and Draco knew. "Yeah. I'm just glad I'm marrying Hermione. She's perfect." Draco remembered all their times together. Harry and Ron smiled at each other. "How many times have we heard that one Harry?" Ron asked. "Going on about a billion I think"
"Oh shut it Ron. I don't say it that much." Draco smiled, knowing he says it all the time. "Boys! It's about time! Go to your places!" Mr. Weasley called. Draco took a big breath and let it out. He composed himself and walked out into the sunlight. 'Wow. There's a ton of people here.' Draco thought as he took his place to the right of the minister. "You nervous, young lad?" The minister asked Draco. "A bit." "To be expected. Don't be though. Many a young ones your age do this. Just as nervous as you or a bit more. You'll make it through though. Pretty lady you've got yourself"
"Yeah. She's beautiful." Draco fell silent and pretty soon here came the flower girl. She was Lavender's little cousin. Spitting image of Lavender, or so Draco thought. After what seemed like an eternity, the bridal march finally began and Hermione stepped out into the isle. Draco's mouth dropped and his breath caught in his throat at the site of her. The dress, the hair, the flowers. Everything was exactly how he had described. 'But she said- that's how I pictured it- she said she wasn't - how- wow...she looks really hot in that...even better than what I originally thought her in that'
Hermione reached Draco and the minister. She smiled at Draco, whose jaw was still on the floor. The minister cleared his throat and Draco snapped out of his daze.
"We are gathered here today -" The minister began.
After the "I do"s were said, the rings were placed, and the first kiss as husband and wife was shared, everyone migrated to the Great Hall where the reception was held. Draco and Hermione shared the first dance. It was to 'Hero' by Chad Kruger. It was a beautiful sight. The song just seemed to fit with the circumstances of the past year. There was loud applause after the song. Draco kissed his new bride as they continued to dance to the next song. Then came the...interesting...part. 'The Cha-Cha Slide' began playing. Hermione drug Draco out onto the dance floor. It was interesting because the only ones out on the floor were the young ones. It was especially intersting on the "Oh get funky with it" part. That was a bit...crazy. To say the least. There was a great many more songs played and everyone was having a really great time. The time arrived for Draco and Hermione to go to Rome. They would be gone for two weeks on their honeymoon. Harry and Ron moved their things into their new homes. Mrs. Malfoy had been so kind and fixed them breakfast, lunch, and dinner regularly. Harry and Ron had both gotten jobs doing various things at the Ministry. As had Draco and Hermione, who would start when they arrived back from Rome. Lavender had gotten a job as a fashion designer and worked in Diagon Alley. Hermione had sent Harry and Ron an owl, telling them how wonderful everything was going. She and Draco had toured the city and places surrounding. She told them how beautiful it was and that she missed them. "Just a few more days and we'll be back." She had said.
Hermione and Draco had apparated to the site of the former Manor. They entered their home and marveled at the beauty. Job very well done they thought. They decided to go and see Narcissa first. "DRACO! HERMIONE! OH MY! YOU'RE HOME!" Narcissa came running out the back door, her arms wide, preparing to hug both until they lost all conscienceness. "Oh! How was Rome? Did you have a good time?" "Yes, Mother. It was wonderful. Excellent time"
"Oh Rome was so beautiful!" Hermione squealed. "It was so great! With all the ancient ruins and everything. Oh it was wonderful!" "Oh I'm glad dears. Well I'm sure Harry and Ron will be happy to see you"
"Yeah we're heading over there now." Draco said.
"Yes! Yes! Well tonight you come over here and tell Harry and Ron to do the same. I'm fixing a big dinner! I've got to go get started!" Narcissa went bustling back into the house. Draco and Hermione laughed and headed toward Harry's and Ron's houses. "Hey Hermione! Draco! How was it!" Harry asked as he lead them into the living room where Ron sat.
"Oh it was so beautiful!" Hermione said yet again.
"It was really wonderful." Draco added. "Well that's great!" Ron said. "Oh right! My mother wants us all to stroll over to her house tonight for a big dinner." Draco told Harry and Ron.
"Your mum is quite the cook." Ron said. "Every day. Three hearty meals. Good stuff"
"That sounds about like her." Draco said laughing. "Well I think we should go back and get unpacked and ready for dinner." Hermione suggested.
"Yeah. Suppose we should. We'll see you two later." Draco and Hermione headed over to their house. "Oh Draco. I absolutly love this place." Hermione said as she walked through each room. "Me too." Draco walked into the bedroom.
"Draco! Hermione! Harry! Ron! Come on! Come on! Sit! Sit! Sit!" Narcissa hurried them into the dinning room. The food was set on the table and the five began to eat and chat happily. After all were full, they set off to their respective places for a good nights rest. Hermione and Draco would start at the Ministry tomorrow. "Draco"
"Yeah?" They were lying in bed.
"I love you"
"I love you too." Draco kissed Hermione softly. She snuggled up to him and they fell into a deep sleep.
A/N: So...that's chapter 19. I think it turned out okay. But my opinion isn't what counts. It's yours! So! If you like it let me know...and if you don't...still let me know! So anyways...Thanks you guys! I luv all y'all!
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