Chapter 4
The next day, Harry, Ron , and Hermione were admitted to St. Mungo's where they healed up in the next couple of days. Ginny stayed with Mrs. Weasley at the hospital. Ron and Hermione had been in even worse shape than Harry was when he first walked up the drive. If that was possible.
The night finally came that the announcements would come flying.
Harry and Ginny called a family meeting. Once everyone came in, they handed out some cookies that Ginny had made and began.
"Okay, I guess we can begin now, Harry."
"Well, Ginny and I want to tell you a story from two Christmas' ago. Remember? The last time we saw any of you?"
There was a nod of agreement and Harry went on.
"Well on Christmas Day..."
Flashback
Ginny woke up to a soft tickling sensation on her stomach.
"Harry?" she said groggily.
"Morning, Ginny." Harry said sounding very happy.
"What time is it?"
"Midnight."
"Why?" Ginny said still half asleep.
"Come with me." Harry said pointing to the window.
"I'm in pajamas and it's freezing outside!"
"I brought a coat for you."
"Okay."
Ginny climbed out of bed and Harry helped her climb down the trellis. Harry then led her to the garden.
"What are we doing?" she giggled.
"Oh, I just wanted to give you your present before everyone else does." he said with a sly look.
"Ginny took it and opened it carefully. Glancing up at Harry every few seconds to see what his reactions were. He was merely smiling at her.
She pulled off the lid to the box and her heart stopped.
Harry got down on one knee and took the ring out of the box and placed it on her left ring finger.
"Ginny Weasley, will you marry me?"
"Harry! Oh my gosh! I love you so much! Of course I'll marry you!" and with that said, she pulled Harry to his feet (helped him rather) and hugged him and kissed him. Then they lay down in the snow and looked at the stars while they talked.
"I knew I shouldn't propose yet, but I couldn't help it. If I die, I want you to move on. But until you know that I'm dead, don't give up on me."
"Harry. I don't think I could forget you if I tried. You don't need to worry. I mean, look how long I've waited on you in the past!"
They shared a laugh and they headed back to the house with chattering teeth. That night, they both got colds, which caused them to laugh even more at their own stupidity.
End of Flashback
Harry had just finished telling everyone of their engagement when Ron stood up and grabbed Hermione's hand.
"We should have a double wedding." Hermione said.
"Yes, mum. We're engaged too." Ron said in reply to Mrs. Weasley's shocked stare.