A/N: Well, here is the final update in the story "The Last Battle". The epilogue. Please read and review. Enjoy!

disclaimer: i do not own Harry Potter or any characters

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EPILOGUE

Harry stood at the end of the aisle in his tux, waiting for Hermione to enter. Butterflies were flooding his stomach, tying it in knots. Finally, the flower girl and the bridesmaid began making their way down the aisle and, as the pianist began playing the tune, Hermione appeared.

Harry's eyes widened. She was beautiful. Her chestnut brown hair was pulled back loosely and a veil was perched atop it, flowing down and getting lost in the magnificent dress of silk and white lace and beads. Her father on her arm, Hermione began her own walk down the aisle to Harry. Finally, she reached him. Hermione's father lifted the veil and kissed her forehead before taking a seat in the front row beside his wife.

"Dearly beloved," the minister began. It was the wedding Hermione had always dreamed of. She'd always said that no matter what she ended up doing in life, she wanted a simple church wedding for her close friends and family. Nothing spectacular.

They went through their vows and finally, it was time for the 'I do'.

"Harry," he began, "do you take this woman as your lawfully wedded wife?"

"I do," he answered. Hermione smiled as the minister then turned to her.

"And Hermione," he continued, "do you take this man as your lawfully wedded husband?"

"I do," she responded.

"Then," the man pressed on, "by the power invested in me, I pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride." Harry and Hermione leaned in and shared their first kiss as a married couple.

At the reception, Ron approached the newlyweds.

"Congratulations," he said. "Hermione you looked beautiful up there. Harrym you're a lucky guy."

"I know," Harry said.

Harry couldn't help but smile. He had finally rid the world of Lord Voldemort and now he had married the woman he loved. His best friend was his best friend again, and he was finally able to lead the life he'd always wished to, with Hermione by his side. Harry knew that his parents were watching from above and that they were proud of him too, as Hagrid had said. Harry had finally accomplished his dream. He'd defeated Voldemort and married the love of his life. What more could he ask from life?

THE END

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A/N: And that is the end of the story "The Last Battle". Honestly, I had a lot of fun writing this story. I can't believe I posted it back in July of 2004. I want to thank all the people who reviewed this story. I think you enjoyed reading it a much as I enjoyed writing it. I'm gonna miss writing this story, but it was only my first Harry Potter story and I have two new ones planned out already. So, like I promised, here's a sneak peak at my upcoming story...

LILY: I love you. I hope we never break up.

SIRIUS: I just can't keep this inside me anymore, Remus. I have to tell them.

REMUS: You're making a mistake, Lily!
LILY: I don't care! Let's see him try it again!

JAMES: How could you do this to me?

LILY: Now what am I supposed to do?

A/N: Ok, well that was probably confusing more than anything, but just look out for it. I haven't titled it yet, but I'll probably begin it tomorrow or so. Anyway, thanks again to all my reviewers and just look for any of my up coming stories!