The Blushing Bride
Day 162,
Well.. Where was I? Oh yes. Remus Lupin came in, looking really smart in a black tux. He smiled to see me there, sitting nervously in my dress.
'You look beautiful,' Hermione whispered, her eyes sparkling with tears. She smiled as she stood on her gold-slippered toes and placed the goblin wrought tiara that every Prewett female has worn on her wedding, daintily on my hair. Then my maid of honour handed my bouquet. It was made up of all the most beautiful white flowers. There were roses and all other beautiful things. Also there were red roses in amongst them too. It was beautiful. Finally she smiled and took something out of her bag. She took out a beautiful diamond necklace. It had an intricate pattern but it was all made out of diamonds. It was the most breathtaking thing I had ever seen. It was amazing. She smiled, 'A pre-wedding present for you.' She clasped the necklace around my neck were it settled gracefully. Wow. It looked good. It matched my diamond earrings that I had in my ears for this occasion. My old DADA Professor, smiled and held out an arm to me and I smiled back. I took a tentative step forward revealing a beautiful white heel. It sparkled like diamonds. It was amazing. Normally strappy shoes like them cut into my feet but this time, I was fine because the shoe was perfect. I felt like Cinderella, going to her ball. But I began to gain confidence so I took another step towards my 'father'. He grinned broadly and he let me come to him. When I reached him, he took my arm and he whispered in my ear, (we're almost the same height.) 'You look amazing, Ginny. He is amazed that he is able to be married to someone as beautiful as you. He is so excited.'
I smiled, feeling Hermione's handiwork. My lips were painted a reddy colour and had a thick layer of gloss. My cheeks were rouged in a pale pink, colour. I felt a few curls that Hermione had magicked onto my face brush against my cheekbones. Hermione had placed a great deal of bronze eye shadow on my top eyelids as well as many lashings of black mascara. I let Hermione and Lupin lead me down the stairs and out to the doorway. I looked at the door knowing that I would see Harry behind my kitchen door. I didn't know how our wedding would be set out but I knew it would be great. Hermione positioned herself in front of me and then we heard someone panting behind us. I smiled, Luna had arrived. She looked great. She was wearing a gold dress like Hermione's and her hair was thicker and richer than it was since we last saw each other. Her butterbeer cork, necklace had been exchanged with a number of gold bangles. She also had a gold choker around her neck and her makeup was identical to Hermione's. The latter began straightening Luna's shoulders. They were beautiful and sort of frilled and they sat perfectly off the shoulder. Luna looked great. She and Hermione stood in front of me, clutching their own miniature bouquets of white. I saw Tonks come in behind her. I smiled. She had long blonde hair today and it was piled on her head like Hermione and Luna. My three bridesmaids smiled at me lovingly as I clutched Lupin's arm. I heard the first few chords strike up and I moved to the place I was told to stand, around the corner and then the doors opened. Hermione glided out smiling happily. Ahead of her I saw a group of pixies dancing and throwing small rose petals. How cute. Then Luna followed and soon after Tonks took followed suite. Lupin looked at me excitedly, 'You ready?' I couldn't answer, my stomach was flipping fast and I could feel the butterflies flying around and around my stomach. He squeezed my arm and then we took a step forwards. And suddenly I was in the doorway.
I looked out. My garden had been transformed. All the beautiful rose gardens I had learnt to plant with Harry had flourished and they looked good. There was a beautiful white gazebo where my fiancé (not for long) stood. He couldn't yet see me so I was safe to be amazed still. He looked cute. His face was pale and it made his green eyes stand out awfully. He is adorable. There were a number of chairs set up on the green, green lawn. I saw McGonagall turn in my direction, spot me and then whisper to the person beside me. I heard the wedding march begin. Slowly I took a step forward. I was out in the sunlight. It streamed onto my face and into my hair. I loved the feel of the sun. Harry saw me and his face showed pure disbelief. He looked like he couldn't believe how I looked. I smiled happily and I turned into the 'blushing bride' instantly. It took a lifetime to glide up the aisle with Lupin. He left me with a few steps to go. I felt his arm leave mine and I knew I was on my own from here. I had so many things to concentrate on. Were my feet in time? Did I still have the ring? I had so many things to concentrate on. Finally I reached the gazebo. Harry was still staring at me smiling slightly. I stood opposite him, with a smile on my face. I remained as composed as I could. Hermione and my other bridesmaids stood behind me in gold. Behind Harry I saw Ron looking bedazzled at Hermione and after him there was Lupin and Neville. Fred and George were standing in tuxes at the front. Looking amazed at their baby sister getting married and dressed up like this. I smiled happily and Harry took my hands gently in his. There we stood. Both looking into each others eyes. I noticed Harry staring at everything. The figure hugging dress. I almost caught him staring at the plunging neckline. But his eyes were back on my face as soon as they began. I smiled, boys. His fingers reached out to stroke my hand that he held.
The ceremony went well, I think. Nothing happened that wasn't supposed to and the vows were amazing. I will copy a copy into here.
Harry: Ginerva Molly Weasley. I love you like no one can imagine. You are the most amazing and vibrant woman. I will love you forever. Through hardships and joyous times. I need to have you by my side. I love you Ginny.
It was great. It was a bit longer than that but Harry won't hand over the full vow. Then the moment came. The Pastor had been good through the whole thing. Then he said, 'You may now kiss the bride.'
I turned my head and I leant forward, placing my gloved hands around his neck. I began to kiss him, loving the feeling of his familiar lips that I hadn't felt in a long time. I loved being so close to him. He and I held the embrace for about ten seconds. Then finally we broke apart. I smiled. I was Mrs Harry Potter. Ginny Potter in fact. I held his hands and we walked back down the aisle, hand in hand both happy with themselves. I saw McGonagall looking at us in amazement. I felt a little embarrassed at the fact that my Headmistress had seen me kissing my boy.. no.. husband. I knew I would have to face her later on. At school definitely. Ohhh… that won't be fun. As I clutched Harry tightly he looked at me with absolute adoration on his face. Any apprehension I had earlier was swept away in that moment. His gaze was loving and I felt welcomed. When we reached the door he turned around and waved in his true style. The gold ring flashed on his finger as he waved. I still couldn't get my head around the fact. I was married. I was bound to someone. To Harry. I still couldn't believe it.
Then we had photo's. Hermione and Luna and Tonks looked fantastic. All the girls stood on their side. They looked amazing. I couldn't believe that my friends looked that good. Then there was photo's of me with them and others of Lupin and I. Then the guys all lined up and posed with Harry. Finally, it was group photo's, photo's of us on our own and Harry and I photo's. Hermione took the camera out of the camera mans hands at one point and demanded that we kiss. So self consciously we began to kiss. Hermione took a picture and then handed the shocked man back his camera. After many photo's we went to the reception.
At the reception we had a great time. We came in and everyone was there clapping as we met the rest of the party up at the bridal table. There was lots of smiles and claps as they announced, 'Mr and Mrs Potter'
We walked together holding hands. As we took our seats at the table Hermione leant over and said, 'You look amazing'
I smiled. Hermione was one of my closest friends. She and I were going to share our weddings. Even if her friend was a year younger than her and still getting married before her! Under the outdoor marquee we ate happily. Then speeches were made, Lupin to Harry and I. Harry to me. Ron to his baby sister. Hermione to the both of us. Then they got Harry and I out to dance first. He took my hand (which was no glittering with both my engagement ring AND my gold wedding ring) and we stepped down from the platform and onto the paved dance floor. I put my hands around his neck and he put his hands around my waist. As the music began I noted that he was much, much, better at dancing than he was 3 years ago. I saw Parvati in the corner smiling at Harry and I. She was wearing a long midnight blue, strapless dress. Behind her Lavender was too busy glaring at Ron and Hermione. I saw Neville and Luna holding hands under the table too. Luna was smiling, less vague than normal. She seemed happy about her newfound relationship with Neville. Soon more people the 'newlyweds' on the dancefloor. Hermione and Ron were first. Hermione put her arms on Ron's shoulders and Ron grasped her waist, looking amazed that he was allowed to take Hermione's waist without being given stern looks. I remember Bill and Fleur's wedding. Ron was glared at throughout his dance to her because he had his hands on her waist. Now they were a couple Hermione was happy with his hands on her waist. I laughed as we were soon joined by Neville and Luna and Lupin and Tonks. Many other couples began to join us on the floor. McGonagall was happily dancing with none other than Mad Eye Moody. Everyone had such a good time. Soon my heels got to much for me. I slipped my shoes off but still danced with my husband. Hermione followed suit and soon, Tonks' hair was out and hanging in a beautiful long sheet down her back. As she swayed her hair moved with her. Lupin was clasping his love's waist.
They had been a sort of couple last year but they didn't really progress past that. But I knew they both still adored each other, but weren't quite sure how to make the next move.
After a beautiful reception, I knew Harry was ready to go on our honeymoon. I stood back up on the platform and threw the bouquet. Hermione didn't even try to catch it because she knew her wedding was only a few weeks away. But to my surprise, it was caught by none other than Tonks. She blushed profusely at the thought of Lupin standing right beside her. Lupin also had turned rather pink. He looked a little bit uncomfortable. But before any of us could help the poor man out, Harry scooped me up, old fashioned style and took me out of the door. I laughed softly at the memory of the last time Harry carried me like this. I was concussed and couldn't support myself. And he and I weren't even an item then. This was considerably better. I congratulated him on being able to hold all the dress in. The sheer stockings I had were beginning to itch and I couldn't wait to get them off. But then Harry really surprised me. He led me out to the most beautiful car. It was white and sleek with a velvet interior. He opened the door without dropping me this time. Soon our car, with the 'Just Married' sign on it had had pulled away from the Burrow with people throwing rose petals at us. I opened the window as we left and I glimpsed Hermione smiling and looking incredibly happy. She had tears in her eyes but she was laughing happily. As we pulled away I knew that I was truly happy, beyond anything I had ever known.
So I turned to Harry again and I leant in to kiss him and I knew everyone back there could see us.
I'm going now. Harry's waking up.
Ginny
AN: Whaddya think? You guys want mush; I give you mush and fluff! I think I will do one or two more.. not sure though. I will inform you if it is the end though.
