AN: Sorry it took so long between school projects, finals, and the school musical I've been pretty busy. Plus my internet has been down off and on for like 72 hours now.
Disclamer: I own nothing, not even my computer.
As For Your Education
Minerva looked on sadly as Harry, Hermione, and Ron walked up to the staff table pained expressions on their faces. She took an uneasy breath and began as they stopped in front of her.
"Mr. Potter, I was told to inform you that The Order has received leads on the remaining horcri. While I cannot tell you here, you will get word, I assure you. I also understand that you will not be here for schooling regularly because of… the circumstances. So, you will have to do as much work as you can while you are in attendance."
Harry nodded solemnly, but she could tell he was more scared than ever. She tried to brush off the ominous feeling in the air and continue.
"Ms. Granger, Mr. Weasley, you will be permitted to accompany Harry on these searches if you so wish, and he allows you to do so, as I have received word from you parents that it is okay. I trust you will make the decision wisely."
"Yes, of course, how could we not," Hermione began quickly followed by Ron's frantic nods. Minerva quickly shushed them both beginning again.
" Well, if you are sure…"
Though she knew they were, she had to ask before she could will herself to continue. But, before Hermione could get another word out she hastily continued.
"I see. Well, there will be much to work out then. Starting with your education. Basically, it will be carried out best it can, but you will not be able to graduate until you have completed your seventh year. Which means about another half a year of extra schooling, depending on how much you miss. Luckily, Remus Lupin has so kindly volunteered to be your private tutor when all of this is over."
"Oh thank Merlin," Hermione sighed making Minerva smile slightly and, to her even further amusement, Ron and Harry rolled their eyes dramatically. She stifled a laugh and looked them in the eyes, each in turn.
"Well, I'm glad we have that all sorted out. But, it is getting late and I'm a bit tired and have some business to attend to. So, please, Ron and Hermione, to your duties, and Harry to your dormitory."
She watched as they walked down off the platform and between the tables, talking quietly as they went along. As they reached the door Harry and Ron's laughter pierced the silence, causing her to marvel at how, despite the war, they could carry on with jokes and laughter, just as the their parents had before them.