I don't own anything but the plot. The characters are JK Rowling!

Chap. 1- Silent Good-byes

The grand horrific second war of the wizarding world is over and Voldemort can no longer be a treat. The evil villain was defeated by none other then "The-boy-who-lived" who now have become the "the hero." Harry Potter, that was his name. He was not so proud of the things he'd done and he sure didn't like the attentions he is receiving for it.

Harry's POV

Sitting in the hospital wing at Hogwarts, thinking that I'm, Harry Potter, is now the hero of my world. I would have thought that the feeling would be much better, more like happiness, joy and peace but no what I'm feeling right now is quite the opposite. I'd killed a man. How in Merlin's word can I feel good about that? Yes, Voldemort was a monster but I still killed a man and that makes me a murder. Right at that moment I hear a voice inside my head…"Harry, you're not a murder, don't you ever think that. We are very proud of you; you've saved us all. You've saved me."… Ah yes, that voice belonged to a very intelligent young girl or women if I can say so myself. Hermione Granger, the bookworm who became my best friend. That would be her exact words. But something has got me wondering? Why would Hermione say I saved her? As my thoughts drift back into space, I remembered all the painful details of the war against Voldemort and all the people who were hurt because of me. I didn't want to think about it, about the loves one I've lost and the close friends I've hurt.

I looked down towards the bushy hair that was lying beside my arms. It was Hermione, and how she was peacefully resting there. I gently stroke her hair and slightly felt her stir under my touch. It was hard for me make my decision because I didn't want to hurt her or anyone else. But I made up my mind, and I was going to leave Hogwarts, the wizarding world and the great Harry Potter behind. I was going to leave tonight so no one knows. I going to change my identity so I would no longer be Harry Potter. I slowly removed my hand from Hermione's gasp, trying not to wake her and stood up looking for my wand. Slowly walking over to Hermione, he made his way to lean and gave her soft peck on the cheek and lingering for a moment. Walking towards the door he turned for one last glance and whisper…

"I love you…" before leaving Harry Potter behind.

5 Years later…

"I can't believe you're getting married!" a young women scream excitedly.

"I know Ginny, you've told me that every single day since I announce that I was engaged." Another exclaim not as enthusiastic.

"I'm sorry, I'm just overjoyed for you because you deserve all the happiness you can get" Ginny stated.

"No, I'm sorry I shouldn't be grumpy at you for being happy for me. Thanks Ginny" the tall women apologized sadly.

"How come I have a feeling you're not as happy about this as I am?" exclaimed Ginny.

"Of course I'm excited about this, but a part of me still think that we're moving too fast." The women explain.

"Too fast? You and Ron have been going out for the past five years! Don't tell me you're having second thoughts now?" asked Ginny looking confused, "Hermione, I thought you love Ron." She finished with a frown.

"I do, don't get me wrong, I-I-I don't know how to say this but…it's just hard to explain Ginny." Hermione said softly.

"I hope this is not about a certain person who walked out of our lives with not so much of a good-bye would it?" Ginny asked concern. Ginny always had a feeling that Hermione was closer to Harry then Ron, and at first she thought Hermione just settle for Ron because Harry is no longer here. As years go by she can tell that Hermione cared for Ron, but she is not sure if Hermione can truly love Ron.

"What are you talking about Ginny? Why does this have to do with him?" Hermione snapped, sounding a tad bit harsh.

"I don't know, just a hunch" Ginny said trying to sound convincing. "Well ok then let's talk about the wedding then," she continue whilst trying to change the topic.

Hermione feeling rather tired of all the wedding planning considering the wedding is nine months away she didn't need to rush.

"Um, Ginny? I don't feel good today can we continue it some other time?" Hermione asked trying not to sound mean.

"Sure, I'm tired myself. I'll call you later then." Ginny reply as she started to pack up. "Bye Hermione"

"Good-bye" said Hermione, as she let out a long sigh.

"Well that was awkward," she said to herself as now she was left alone in a large house that was given to her as a birthday gift from Ron.

Hermione's POV

That conversation with Ginny was somewhat awkward because out of nowhere Ginny brought up him. As I walk up the stairs leading to my room and let my thoughts drifting about. Slowly opening the doors to my room I looked at all the things that define me now.

I, Hermione Granger, soon to be Hermione Weasley, am now 22 year of age with a high ranking spot at the ministry. There's nothing else I can ask for. It seems as if I've forgotten everything that use to define Hermione Granger before. More like not wanting to remember. Ginny was right I do deserve a happy ending after what I've gone through but that's just saying anyone whom have gone through crisis needs a happy ending.

After the fight with Voldemort, and the night he walked out of my life I've started to leave those memories behind. Why should dwell on the something that never was mine. But no matter how hard I tried to move on, there's always this spot in my heart that will remain empty and not even Ron can complete it. I love Ron that I'll say. He's been there for me when I need someone the most, but I can never love Ron the way I loved him.

Flash back

Looking at him, lying lifeless on the bed makes me feel so worthless. I wish there was something I can do for him. Slowly, I walked over and sat down beside him. Taking a hold of his hand and gently stroking his palm. Then I started to talk…

"Harry, please wake up. Everyone misses you. I miss you." I started as I stared straight at him. "I wish you would just come back so I can tell you all the things I wanted to tell you a long time ago," tears slowly dripping down my cheek.

The night went on as I talked to him about anything and everything. I lost track of time as I slowly drifted to sleep beside him.

dream

"You're beautiful Hermione" Harry said as he slowly strokes my hair.

"W-hh-what? HARRY! You're alive." I screamed as I gave him a huge embrace.

"Her-mi—ne…can't bre-the" Harry panted at Hermione bone crushing hug.

"Oh, sorry." I said blushing slightly

Harry looked at me and smiled but it only lasted for a split second until his smile turned into a frown.

"Harry, what's wrong?" I asked, feeling his hand grabbing mine.

"Hermione," he looked away, "I have to leave" he said so little as if not meant for me to hear it.

"W-what, But…" I said breathing a bit faster. Harry interrupted with a loud sigh.

"I can't stay, I need to leave and get away from here. I need to be someone else. I don't want to be Harry Potter, the boy who defeated Voldemort. I just want to be somewhere no one will know who I am. It hurts me to do this too Hermione." He finished softly.

"Then why?" I asked a bit louder then I attend to. "What about everyone here? Are you going to willingly leave everyone you love and those who love you behind?" I asked quickly.

"Hermione, they're be better off without me." He replied

"What about me?" I asked as a mere whisper, tears clearly falling down her face.

"sorry…" he whispered as he wiped the tears from my face. He stood up, grab his wand and turn to me. He slowly lean down and gave me a kiss on the cheek that got my whole body reacting. He then pulled back and said…

"I love you…" and disappear.

end of dream

I woke up finding his bed empty…

End of flash back