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Guys, we have come along way and now this great story has come to an end. I am sad to say but this is the final chapter of The Price of Love. There is a sneak peek to the new story at the bottom. I hope you enjoy it. And I am kind of disappointed that this story didn't hit 100 reviews. I believe last time I checked I had 76, that's pretty good for 22 chapters and an Author's Note.
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You are all cordially invited to the wedding of
Harry James Potter
And
Hermione Jane Granger
On the date of
December 13th 2:00p.m.
Chapter 22: The Wedding
Harry POV
I fixed my jacket around my shoulders and took a look at myself. This is stuff girl's worry about.
"Hey mate, who knew it would be you and Hermione ending up here today?" Ron asked as he walked in.
"Shut up, I'm nervous as hell." I muttered.
"Don't worry, hey it's normal for this kind of stuff to happen. Look the girls just arrived and your bride to be is getting ready in the room across the hall." Ron patted my back.
"Hey, when are you and Lavender going to tie the knot?" I asked.
"Eh, I dunno. I mean my mother keeps bugging me on popping the question but I don't want it to be now that we have a kid we have to get married. I want her to know that when we do get married, it is all because I love her." Ron answered.
"Right. And I was kind of nervous about asking Hermione too. Because I knew if you asked Lavender before I asked Hermione, I think it would be like now that your engaged now I have to get engaged as well." I explained.
"That's a reason why I didn't ask her, I knew that you called it first." Ron admitted.
"Thanks Ron."
Hermione POV
December 13th came so soon. I felt like something was going to go wrong, like I forgot something or I didn't get the right flowers.
"Hermione, you're getting married. Calm down so I can fix your hair." Lavender protested. She was all ready in her dark blue brides maids dress. It was strapless and fell all the way down to the floor.
"I don't know Lavender, what if Dumbledore's not here? What if Harry slept in? What if he doesn't show at all? What if Ron forgot the rings?" I rambled on.
"Hermione, HERMIONE! Harry is across the hall with Ron. Ron has both the rings in his pocket. Dumbledore is waiting with the rest of the guests outside." Lavender said placing both her hands on my shoulders. "Now just stand still for a minute so I can place the White Rose in your hair." I remained still as I felt the steam of the rose go through the side of my hair. Lavender arranged my hair back in a French knot like hers was. The White rose was placed behind my ear through my hair. "Perfect."
My dress was sleeveless and fell down to the floor and as I walked it dragged behind me. My make up was flawless. There was no other word for me, I was prefect.
"Wait till Harry gets a load of you." Lavender said cheerily.
"Now's not the time Lavender, I'm nervous and excited at the same time." I explained.
"Well this is normal, everyone has drawbacks on there wedding day." Lavender said calmly.
There was a knock on the door that led outside. "Lavender, Hermione, its time." Came Ron's voice from the other side of the door.
Suddenly the cocoons that were building up inside my stomach just hatched and turned into butterflies.
Lavender took my hand and led me out the door into the open air. There was the guest book in the middle surrounded by flowers. My father was standing in his tux with a smile on his face. Lavender and Ron were standing in front of him. There was a pathway that led around to the other side of the wall where my wedding was going to take place.
"Wow Lavender you look stunning." Ron spoke to Lavender. She let go of my hand as I went to stand by my Dad.
"I always knew that you to would end up together." My father spoke in my ear.
"Since when?" I asked.
"Ever since first year. Whenever we got a letter from you the first thing you mentioned was Harry this and Harry that." Dad pointed out.
"Well, I guess today is the day." I sighed.
Soon enough Ron and Lavender walked down the path and out of sight. I couldn't see what was going on, all I could hear was the music. It was that same tune I heard in my most recent dreams. My feet seemed to begin moving on their own. I started on my right foot and began my way walking down the aisle. I looked around and saw all my friends and family.
I looked up and saw Lavender smiling on the left of Dumbledore. On the right was Ron, who was whispering something in Harry's ear. Although Harry looked like he wasn't paying attention. He smiled down at me and I found comfort in the sparkle up in his eye.
"Who gives this woman to this man?" Dumbledore began.
"I do." My father spoke up as he let go of my arm. It took a new place around Harry's as we walked up the few steps, to our wedding.
"We are gathered here today by the bonds of love, shared by the two people that are standing in front of me. Welcome to marriage ceremony of Harry Potter and Hermione Granger." Dumbledore went on.
"Before we go any further, Mr. Potter and soon to be Mrs. Potter would like to read their vows."
Harry went first. "Hermione, ever since I began Hogwarts, I always wanted something more. Better yet, I was trying to find my place in this world. This whole new world to me. And you were right there besides me, growing up the same way I did. I didn't realize until our sixth year how much you meant to me."
Then I went. "Harry, I always knew that I would end up getting married one day. I just had no idea that you would be the one standing in front of me. After all that we've been through together, it's hard to imagine that this day has finally come. I love you Harry, and I wouldn't chose anyone else in whole world besides you."
"Love takes tolls on the hearts of the young. Oh how I remember it well. I wish you both the best of luck in whatever you decide to do in your life. With that, I should ask for the rings Ronald." Dumbledore spoke up. I could already feel tears welding at the corners of my eyes.
"Harry, would you take Hermione's left hand and as you place the ring on her finger, repeat after me. I Harry James Potter."
"I Harry James Potter,"
"take thee, Hermione Jane Granger,"
"take thee, Hermione Jane Granger,"
"to be my lawful wedded wife,"
"to be my lawful wedded wife,"
"in sickness and in health,"
"in sickness and in health,"
"all the days that I may live."
"all the days that I may live."
"Now Hermione, if you will do the same with Harry. I Hermione Jane Granger,"
"I Hermione Jane Granger,"
"take thee Harry James Potter"
"take thee, Harry James Potter,"
"to be my lawful wedded husband,"
"to be, my lawful, wedded husband,"
"in sickness and in health,"
"in sickness, and in health,"
"all the days that I may live."
"all the days, that I, may live."
"Now with the power invested in me, I now pronounce you Mr. and Mrs. Harry Potter. You may now kiss your bride."
I was nice to look back on the years when Harry and I were young. Nice to look back at all the memories that we had shared. After everything that life that put us both through it is amazing we are still together and living in this world after 5 amazing years. I can still remember the cold and darkness in that dungeon. I can still remember the feeling that went though my body when Harry and I first kissed.
Life is funny is it? Were born, we live a little and then we die. Right now I know what I am destined to do with my life. I am going to live happy with my husband and continue to save life's everyday at St. Mungo's. I am going to watch my son and daughter grow up and go throw the same things that Harry and I did. My youth was great and wonderful, the good and the bad. From surviving the attacks from a silly girl, to defeating the evilest wizard known to the wizarding world. From my surprise birthday party to the day Harry Proposed. I wouldn't change anything ever. Everyone has to realize one day or another that Love comes, but at a price. It isn't a price bought in pounds or gold. It's something more than that. It's beautiful, and you have to tell yourself that this is it. This is how life should be. As for the sparkle, that is what Love gives you back. It gives you the promise that you will never be alone again in world. That someone cares about you and will be with you as long as you continue to love him back. As I place my Memory Frame back it's place I take in my life and cherish it.
I look around at the library in Potter's Palace. My life changed when I was told I was a witch. It took another flip when I met Harry Potter, it twists itself around when he asked me out. It has been nothing but paradise, since I was known as Hermione Jane Potter.
Life has been perfect since we were pronounced
Mr. and Mrs. Potter.
THE END!
I hoped you all loved it. I enjoyed writing this last chapter and it is my favorite most of all. Just wait until the sequel guys. I promise you that it gets better and better with each and every chapter I write.
A Sneak Peek for you all now.
Like Father, Like Daughter.
Chapter 1: O.W.L.s.
Hermione POV
"Okay, I'll bite, why is today so important?" Harry asked, resting his chin on my shoulder and wrapping his arms around my waist.
"Summer's scores come in today." I answered.
"We'll we know that she'll have the same fate I had. I mean she is exactly like me. She has my hair, my eyes, my Quidditch skills, my knack for getting in trouble." Harry went on.
"And Matthew is suppose to be like me?" I asked.
"'Mione, he was put in Ravenclaw." Harry protested. "He has your eyes, your hair, what more did you want?"
"I was hoping that my daughter would be more like me."
"I wish Matthew was more like me but I can't tell him to sneak into Hogsmeade now can I?" Harry asked.
"Morning Mum, Dad." I heard from behind me.
I turned and saw the Summer had entered the room. Her hair was combed back and she sat down at the counter in her bathrobe that was scarlet red with a gold trimming for Gryffindor. "Dad do you have to work today?" she asked.
"Not unless I am called in, why?" Harry asked pulling apart from me.
"Wanna play some Quidditch? I wanna warm up my skills and get a little better before the school year." Summer admitted.
"Well, that all depends on how good you did on your O.W.L.s." Harry said pouring some coffee.
"Dad that's not fair, you know that Divination is a hoax of a class. All that teacher did was predict my death. And like who can concentrate during History of Magic?" Summer asked.
"She has a point about Divination Harry." I spoke up.
"And History of Magic." Harry teased me.
"Your still mad because I was the only one in our year that got an 'O' in that class." I spat back.
"Oh look, here it comes now." Summer said as she pointed at the window. I looked out the glass and saw a bird sitting there tapping on the window with its beak. The familiar envelope was attached to its leg. Summer jumped up and opened the window and detached the letter from its leg. She trebled as she opened it and pulled out the familiar paper. "Read it aloud now." Harry protested.
"Ordinary Wizarding Levels Results. Summer Amy Potter has achieved Astronomy A, Care of Magical Creatures E, Charms E, Defense Against the Dark Arts O, Divination P, Herbology E, History of Magic D, Potions E, and Transfiguration E."
"Same exact thing I got. Told you 'Mione." Harry cheered.
"Yeah, she truly is your daughter." I almost whispered.
