"Students up to the hospital wing at once please I will take care of the rest. Please go." She pushed them away so fast and yet they were thankful for a chance to get away from the constant reminder of death. Each step seemed to take every ounce of energy they had so it took a long time to reach the hospital wing but when they did Madame Pomfree was having a field day yelling them to get to bed and giving each of them in turn a sleeping tonic.

Ron hoped that sleep would soon come and that he would dream nothing but empty dreams. When he awoke the next day or at least he thought it was the next day Professor McGonigal stood at the foot of his bed. "I hope that you slept well Mr. Weasley and I am deeply sorry to interrupt you from you sleep but it is imperative that you tell me what happened the other night after you left Remus?"

Ron gulped hoping that he would not have to answer but he was in no such luck. He looked into the head mistress' eyes and started to tell her exactly what had happened from the time of landing to the time of Harry's death. Then he even told her how they all sat there in tears after the pain had over taken Ginny to sleep and how they found out what actually had happened. McGonigal stood there listening to the tale of heroics and bravery and yet tears were gently falling to the floor. When Ron's tale was finished he asked "Professor why did you send all of us?"

"Well Mr. Weasley in part it was out of selfishness. I knew had it been me I would have wanted my dearest friends at my side, and partly because the prophecy spoke of love. Mr. Potter had no greater love then for is friends and your sister. I sent Mr. Longbottom because of you Mr. Weasley, you are the one that suggested that maybe the prophecy wasn't exclusive of whom it was about. But in the end maybe I was wrong. I had hoped that by sending all of you, you all would return in safety." The shakiness in her voice was more propionate then it had been and Ron understood how she felt.

"Professor, are we going to have a funeral service for Harry?"

"Yes."

"Can it be here? I think he should be buried here."

"I don't know that would be up to the school wizarding board."

"Harry loved no other place better this was his home. I don't think that in life or death he should be separated from it."

"I will see what I can do Mr. Weasley. Now please get some sleep." With that she turned and left the hospital hoping that what ever the future held that it would be a happy one. The war was over, but there were casualties on both sides, casualties that would never be forgotten.

A few days latter Ron was awoken by the whisperings of the others in the hospital wing. "Can't you lot learn to shove it?"

"Ron your awake!" It was Hermione's sweet voice ringing twords him. It wasn't filled with sadness but with excitement and happiness.

"Not that I want to Hermione, not leave me alone." Ron was in no mood to talk he wanted to be miserable and sleep the rest of his life if he could.

"Ron" Hermione was at the side looking expectantly upon his face. "Ron what did you tell McGonigal?"

"Why?"

"Because she came in early thins morning the funeral service is today but its here at Hogwarts."

"Well I asked her if Harry could be buried here because this is the only true home he has ever known. And all the people that truly care about him are here."

Hermione's face shone brightly and instantly Ron knew that she understood. No further explanation was needed, they understood each other nothing more was needed. Later that day Professor McGonigal came in escorted by two others Tonks and one that Ron vaguely recognized but did not know. "These are two members of the Order that are going to be escorting you through out the day. Girls you will be with Tonks she will lead you to your dormitories and help you get dressed boys you will be with Darien he will do the same. You will be expected to be on your utmost behavior and everything starts in one hour." The boys fallowed Darien up the stairs hoping that everything would be alright. Words were ringing through his mind words that Harry had said t him many times when they were having there midnight talks about Hermione the hardest thing in loving someone is having the courage to allow them to love you back. When you do allow them to love you don't hide your feelings but make them known to all. Ron felt a sudden chill run up and down his spine when he realized that it was because of Harry that he had even had the courage to ask Hermione out and now it was because of him that she was his fiance'. Ron owed Harry so much but now how could ever repay him?

The rest of the day was a blur of emotions Ginny was a total wreck as was Hermione. So many people were in attendance Ron was shocked to even see the Dursley's there. Squirming as they sat there quite uncomfortable being around so many people that were strange just like Harry had been. Ron didn't care he was there for his mate. So many tears we shed from all and one thing seemed to mold into the next.

The next thing Ron actually fully remembered was having an interview with some wizard from the daily prophet retelling the heroic final hours of Harry Potter 'the boy who lived.' Ron's emotions seemed numb and still, yet he couldn't help but feel a little bit responsible for Harry's death. He was nothing compared to Ginny it seemed that every time you turned around she was in tears. You couldn't mention prophecy, quidditch, brooms, Harry, or anything related to him in any shape or form around her. Other wise she would become a human water fall.

One day Ron received an owl from his mother,

Ron dear,

I know that these past few weeks have been hard on you and Ginny. Well they have been hard on everyone but we must look for the sun after the rain.

What in the blazes did she mean by the sun after the rain? Slowly he read on.

It is only through hardships and tribulation that we are made strong. I hope that you are alright and that you understand that everything happens for a reason.

Let me guess 'it is up to us to find that reason?'

It is simply up to us to find that reason.

Ah I am bloody brilliant, mum's been talking to Hermione to much.

I know that these are hard times for you, but we must learn to move on. Reliving the days gone by is not always the best. Yes remember the memories of yesterday and cherish them for what they are but do not live in yesterdays grief.

You have people that love you and care for you, allow your self to move on for them if for no one else.

Ginny needs you more then ever. She loved and still loves Harry with all her heart, she needs someone that she can talk to about how she is feeling. The lose the pain and how much she blames herself.

Are you sure you haven't already talked to her?

Each day will bring new pains and sorrows for her it will take a long time for her to truly heal. I think with the help of you and Hermione it may come sooner. Hermione is the friend that Ginny needs now more then ever but Hermione also needs their companionship.

Ron don't forget to help Hermione she needs you more then ever as well. Ginny can only help so much but you are her fiancé help her feel the love and friendship that was once shared between Harry and herself. In helping her you will also be helping yourself. Allow yourself and others to move on with life. It is not good to constantly be living on yesterday's dreams.

Love always

Mum

Wow mum was helpful in times like this and yet tears were streaming down Ron's face. He drew out a piece of parchment and his quill and ink.

Dear Mum,

Thank you for the letter, yes I know that I must move on but it is hard when your best mate is murdered. Harry and I have known each other since our first day on the train to Hogwarts. We have been friends ever since. He meant so much to me, and now I have to live my life with out him. With out the constant reminder of the trouble and adventures we have been in together.

Losing Harry was like losing a part of myself. A part of myself I don't know how to get back. Every day I wish it had been me and not Harry, that way I wouldn't have to see Ginny cry day after day. It seems that there are only two people in this world I can not bare to seem cry and they are both morning and crying every bloody day. Oh sorry mum. I can't bare to see my baby sister or Hermione in tears, if only I could take away there pain and live it myself.

Well I am trying to live each day a little better. I am studying a lot lately tomorrow we start our N.E.W.T.s I am not ready at all but I know I can only do my best. Hermione has been doing nothing but studying I think she is trying to hide herself in something other then facing the pain that is ever present.

We haven't talked much about wedding plans since then either. You see Harry was going to be my best man so when ever we start with the plans the question "who is your best man" comes up so we have been avoiding the topic all together. In a way it's annoying but I understand that she is grieving. We can't even mention the wedding around Ginny without her totally collapsing in grief and tears.

Mum what can I do? I don't understand girls you'd think that they would at least be a little happy that Neville destroyed Vo I mean you-know-who. But all they can focus on the bad.

Please help,

Ron

With that Ron folded the parchment and sent it to the Burrow. He needed guidance right now and Hermione wouldn't listen to anything he had to say. When an owl returned later that night he jumped at it in anticipation.

Ron dear,

Dealing with Hermione if you love her as you say you do then just tell her how you feel. If she loves you she will understand. This will be a test of love and the endurance of that love. Share your feelings on all aspects with her, she will understand and know what to do.

Ginny will come around she needs time. Time to think and time to heal. Healing from the lose of someone so close is something hard to endure even if they haven't really died. As long as someone still loves and need them the person really isn't ever gone they are there in memory, Be patient with her give her guidance when she asks for it, and be supportive.

Love,

Mum

Ron knew that he couldn't get Hermione out of her room so he decided to use a little technic that she herself had used.

Hermione,

Must talk to you, please! Come to my room I will be waiting.

Ron

With that Pig was off. Ron chuckling to himself. That was the first time he had really smiled since Harry's death nearly two weeks ago. A soft knock came to the door as the door creaked open. "Um Ron what was with the note? Was that really necessary?"

"Hermione I need to tell you a few things and I want you just to listen until I am done."

Hermione looked at Ron what was he up to? "Alright." She took a seat in the windowsill looking at Ron pacing in front of her. He was kinda cute when he did that.

"Hermione since Harry's death, things have been really awkward between us. I don't pretend to know why but I do hope that you will come back to me. I love you and want to marry you if I have to wait for you I will. Each time I see the pain in your eyes it hurts my insides, I want to take away your pain. I know I can't but you need to confide your feelings in me. Please let me help you." Ron stopped pacing and stood directly in front of her. "Hermione please marry me soon. I want to help you but until you allow me in I can not do anything."

Hermione knew he was right ever so gently she grabbed his hand and pulled it down forcing him to his knees level with her. She looked longingly into his eyes. She wanted so much to believe that all the pain of war was past them but yet knowing that there were those like Voldermort out there kept her from believing. She kissed Ron slightly hoping to fill him with reassurance and hope.

"Ron my love, I will marry you today if you want. I am so afraid that more people that I love will be killed due to hate and anger. There are more death eaters people that think and feel like Voldermort and yet they have no leader. What will happen when they get one? I don't want another war." Ron knew how she felt and swung his arms around her embracing her in a hug. What could he say that would comfort her?

"Hermione I will do my best to protect you no matter what happens." Somehow she knew that with Ron she was safe with Ron everything would be alright. And that she was right were she was meant to be now and forever.

The End

I hope you liked it. This is my theory on how things might play out. Some may agree others may disagree but everyone is entitled to there own opinion. This is mine, plus I had to get Ron and Hermione together at some point. Now I can start on there little moments that haven't been written by our brilliant J K Rowling. Let me know how you liked it.