Ron awoke the next morning, recalling the events of last night with a smile. He looked over at Gabrielle and admired her, how had he managed to get a girl that beautiful? She shifted in the bed and opened her eyes, gazing back at Ron with a smile. Ron smiled back and wrapped his arm around her, pulling her in close to him.

"Happy Christmas Gabrielle!"

"Appy Christmas Ronald!"

Ron then moved his head to hers and kissed her, hoping this kiss would last longer than their previous one under the mistletoe. But only seconds in Ron's door burst open and Fred and George walked in.

"Morning Lovebirds." Fred teased, "Sleep well"

"Mum says you two need to come down in the next fifteen minutes or no breakfast." George added.

"We'll be down in a bit" Ron replied.

The twins closed the door and left, as Ron turned back to Gabrielle who opened her mouth to speak.

"You know you still owe me a kiss for ze mistletoe." She taunted.

"Guess I do" Ron said as he moved back in to grant her wish.

The two were of course, the last ones downstairs to breakfast. Walking hand in hand while wearing the matching sweaters Molly had made, they took a seat at the table. Molly passed them some pancakes sausage and bacon, they both thanked her and started to eat. Harry leaned over and asked Ron exactly what he expected him to ask.

"Sleep well last night mate?" he asked with a wink.

"Fantastic" Ron said also winking.

Harry saw the wink and slapped Ron's back to congratulate him. Ron leaned over to ask him the same question.

"You sleep well mate?" Ron winked just like Harry had.

"Oh definitely" Harry winked back.

Ron, despite the fact that it was his sister in discussion was happy for his friend, realizing there was no better person for his sister than Harry. Ron reached up to slap Harry's back with his free hand, only to realize it wasn't free. He and Gabrielle were still holding hands, which they had been since leaving Ron's room. So, Ron put his fork down and slapped him with that hand instead.

After breakfast they all made their way to the living room. Gabrielle allowed Ron to let go of her hand, so that she could press her side up against his and lean into him, allowing Ron to wrap his arm around her again. Ron quite enjoyed this position of walking and remembered that Hermione would have never shown this much affection. The most she would do was hold hands while they walked. She had also not been nearly as good at kissing as Gabrielle. Hermione would usually only "have time" for a quick peck on the lips, claiming she was busy and had to get back to work. Ron looked down and kissed Gabrielle on the forehead, she returned his favour by planting a kiss on his lips. This caused a few people to stare, but when they broke off the kiss, they all returned to their conversations, with Bill making an announcement to the room.

"So I think we would all like to thank mum and dad for their hospitality and great Christmas party. Now, although we were all prepared to leave today, mum has invited us all to stay until New Years!"

Everyone in the room cheered at this and Gabrielle and Ron smiled at each other. Another week with his family, and most importantly Gabrielle. Bill sat back down and everyone rejoined their conversations with a little more cheer knowing they would all be together another week. Ron overheard multiple conversations as he was too busy flirting and cuddling with Gabrielle to talk to anyone else. He heard talk about how the joke shop was doing, who was likely to become the minister of magic, what presents people might get, and more than a few people discussed the newest couple in The Burrow.

After a while of talking, and flirting in Ron and Gabrielle's case, Molly and Arthur brought in all of the presents for people to open. Most of the presents were what you'd expect, robes, clothes, some people got jewelry and then Gabrielle handed Ron a long package. Ron opened to reveal a brand new broom inside, it was the newest model of firebolt. Ron realizing that it was his turn to give her a gift, reached for a small box near his feet. He handed it to her with a smile, which she returned as she began opening the package. Her eyes filled with joy as she picked up a shiny silver necklace with a heart containing the names Ron and Gabrielle. She hugged him and planted a few kisses on him before putting it on and returning to her comfortable spot on his lap.

The rest of the night was filled with conversation about the upcoming Quidditch World Cup since Ginny, Molly, and Arthur had gone to bed and Gabrielle was asleep on Ron's lap. They debated who was going to win between the Holyhead Harpies and the Chudley Cannons, as well as whether this would be the year that Krum finally lead Bulgaria to the World Cup.

Once everyone had decided to call it a night, Ron once again carried Gabrielle up the stairs to his bed. He set her down and got into his pajamas as Gabrielle stirred and muttered something.

"No goodnight kiss?"

"I was just getting ready to sleep" Ron responded.

"Vell make it quick, how can I sleep without you 'ere next to me?"

Ron quickly slid into bed next to her and she cuddled right up to him, as he kissed her lips. She returned the kiss, which ended up lasting about ten seconds. The two cuddled up again as they prepared for the night, but Ron whispered one last goodnight.

"How was that for a goodnight kiss?"

She answered by rubbing her body against his, much to Ron's liking. As the two drifted off into sleep, kept warm and comfortable by each other, Ron thought back on what had really been one fantastic Christmas.