Chapter 12
Ron was the first to speak up, "Mum, Dad, listen, he knows that this is a life long commitment. Hermione and I have discussed this matter to no end with. We believe that Harry understands somewhat how what Lizzy has gone through.. We all have been through so much. Harry of all people should be able to know his own heart, and what to do about He knows that he is young, but in ways beyond our control, we all have been forced to mature much faster than those our age." Mrs. Weasley smiled. "Ronald, you are quite right. You three were forced to mature too fast. Although I may not want any grandchildren at my tender young age, I feel that you are doing the right thing. You have our support."
Harry, Ron, and Hermione starred at each other. McGonagall stood and said, "Well it seems that I am no longer needed here. I do need to be getting back to the school." Hermione smiled and said, "Thank you for coming to support Harry Professor." "Please, Hermione, all of you, call me Minerva. You are no longer students, and after what you all have done, well I believe us to be friends." she smiled and shook Hermione's hand. Harry shook her hand as well, "Thank you Pro...Minerva. It means a lot to have your support. Will you please let Ginny know that everything went well. Also keep in mind that we don't want Lizzy to know anything yet." Minerva smiled, "I understand Harry. I will let Ginny know. I will see you all again, in what, two weeks, for the wedding?" "Yes ma'am. Two weeks until I make Hermione my wife." Ron said wrapping his arms around Hermione. Minerva nodded, "I will see you then."
The next couple of days were spent explaining things to the rest of the Weasley family. They had taken them and showed them the house that had been built. The builders seemed to have worked faster than normal. They said that they wanted to make sure that Harry Potter was happy. The house was huge. It was made mostly of brick and other stones. The house had two small, cottage looking houses, one on each end. The were to be the homes for Ron and Hermione and Harry, Ginny, and Lizzy. The main part of the house was huge and set between the two cottages. It had eight bedrooms, a kitchen, dining room, living room, game room, library, and a study. There were also two bathrooms in this part of the house, one for the boys and on for the girls. The four of them decided that with all they had been through together that they could not possibly live apart from each other. The smaller houses were connected to the main part of the house. These houses had a master bathroom, the master bedrooms for the adults, and one additional bedroom each. These rooms were intended to be nurseries for when the couples had children. However, Lizzy would be staying in the one in the Potter cottage. The cottages were mainly to give the newly wed adults some space from the others.
Harry was so excited. He hoped Lizzy would be okay with this. All they had left to do with the house was to give it a name. They didn't really have to rush in deciding on a name, but he really wanted it to have a name before Lizzy got here. Many names had been offered, but none seem to fit. Finally Hermione said, "Well how about we honor the people that helped us, beginning in our third year at Hogwarts. They had become close to us over the years, and well took you under their wing, Harry. How about we call this place Marauders Inn. We could get a plaque that says 'Marauders Inn A Family Like No Other' and place it by the main entrance. What do you think?" Harry thought about it for a minute and said, "I think that is a wonderful idea, of course we need to run it by Ginny first. But I think she will like it."
Before Harry knew it he was taking Ron to purchase tuxedos. Hermione had wanted somewhat of a 'typical' muggle wedding. Ron had agreed, mainly because he hadn't wanted to argue about it. They purchased their tuxedos, then went into the Leaky Cauldron for a drink before heading back to the Burrow. Ron asked Harry, "Ginny and Lizzy are arriving tomorrow, do you know what you are going to say to Lizzy yet?" Harry sighed, "I have an idea, but not totally sure yet. You know I think I am more nervous about talking to Lizzy, than you are about being married. Thank you for making Lizzy a junior brides maid for the wedding." "No problem mate. It was Hermione's idea she said that it help her fell more like part of the family, and maybe make things a little easier for you, when you talk to her." They finished their drinks and appariated back to the Burrow.