Hermione was being woken up by Ron. She lay on the ground slightly sore. The surrounding area didn't look familiar. She got up slowly.

"Hermione…good you're awake. I think that portkey took longer than expected. I imagine we had a bit of a rough arrival."

"Feels like it." Hermione said while rubbing a spot on her head. "But…I recognize this area. It's the field right outside the town I left my parents. We've made it."

"I can't believe we actually made it. What's the plan now?"

"I say we get moving. It won't take us long to find the dentist office. Once we get there I plan on finding them, fixing their memories, and getting out of here. All of the in between I haven't given much thought to…"

"It's okay. We've got this. I have complete faith in you. Shall we go?"

They took hands and began the walk. Within ten minutes, they were in the middle of a bustling city, with every one person on a separate mission. All in a hurry. The more they walked, the more Hermione became worried. She was so afraid that something had gone wrong and that she wouldn't find them. Or that she couldn't fix them. All of these thoughts were suddenly blindsided by the two people she most desperately wanted to find. There they were; her parents.

They had just walked out of, and locked the door of what Hermione had just remembered to be their new workplace. She stopped cold in her tracks as her parents noticed Ron and herself.

"Hermione…what is it?" Ron asked her worriedly. He hadn't noticed them. They were getting closer and then,

"Excuse me, can we help you two? I beg your pardon, but you look like you've seen a ghost."

Ron understood now. Hermione, still stuck to her spot, couldn't speak.

"Did you hear me, kids?" Her father said again.

"Um…sorry. We just, well we were hoping to get our…teeth…um looked at today. Me and my sister here…we're new to the town." Ron said uncomfortably.

"Oh I see!" Her mother started. "Nervous about the dentist are we? Well, no need to worry." Hermione's mother patted her on the shoulder. "It's nothing to get worked up over. Unfortunately, we've just closed for the day."

Her father added, "But we'll be here again first thing tomorrow morning. We could see you then. How about it?"

"That will be fine, sir." Ron smiled weakly, shook his hand, and both couples parted ways. As they walked, Hermione finally started talking again.

"It…it was them, Ron. They were right in front of us. They had no idea. None." Ron wrapped his arm around her.

"And they shouldn't. Not yet, right? But we'll fix them first thing tomorrow. We just got a little off schedule that's all."

Hermione exhaled deeply. "You're absolutely right. No need to worry now. The hardest part is practically over. You handled it exceptionally well though, Ron." She smiled up at him weakly.

"Always a tone of surprise." He smirked. "Okay, well what should we do now? I mean…it's getting late."

"Hmm...I'm sure you're starving. Food sound good to you?"

"You know me so well."

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They stopped at a little diner and ate a good meal, with little talk of the big day ahead of them. It was nice to be able to sit back, relax, and enjoy each other's company. When Ron was quiet for a few minutes, Hermione spoke up.

"Ron?"

"Hmm?"

"You know I appreciate all you've been doing for me over the past few days. I really do. But with all of this helping others, I can't help but wonder. I'm worried about you." Ron gave her a confused look.

"Worried?"

"You know what I'm talking about. You've been so concerned with everyone else making it day by day, that you haven't taken time for yourself. You know…to grieve properly. It would be okay if you did. I'd be here for you." Ron put his hand up.

"Look, I appreciate your concern for me, I do. But I'm doing fine honestly. I mean of course I miss the hell out of Fred…but I'm handling it, I promise. You could say that it runs in the family. I mean just look at Ginny. She's quiet about it."

"I know Ron. I'm just saying you need to let it out eventually. And when you do it's better when someone is around for you."

"Thanks, but I'm okay." He smiled. "We're here for you, this is your time."

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They tipped the waiter and left. As they walked the streets, it was getting darker and darker.

"Ron, we need to get a hotel." Hermione told him. His eyes became just slightly larger.

"But…well…we."

"It's okay, Ronald. Don't be a child now haha. Look, there's one over there. Shall we?"

After a short wait, they had a room. It was a nice one too. A bed, a couch, and a large bathroom and kitchen. They sat their bags down and just took in the moment. Not believing that they had actually made it that far. After a while, Ron spoke.

"We should get some sleep, huh? Big day tomorrow. You'll need your strength."

Hermione nodded. "I suppose you're right."

"You have the bed, I can take the couch." He told her, grabbing a pillow and blanket.

"Oh don't be silly, Ron. You can…"

"No really. It's fine." He kissed her softly on the forehead. "Sleep well."

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Hermione woke up…but it wasn't daylight. It took her a moment and then she realized. She heard screaming. It was Ron! She jumped out of bed, wand drawn, and ran over to the next room where he was on the couch. He was flailing and trembling, screaming loudly, but at no one. She quickly went over to him and shook him awake.

"Ron! Ron! Ron…shh…it's me. Me, Hermione. Sh…shh." She strokes his hair and face, trying to get him to wake and focus. Finally, he did. "Ron…what happened?" He looked at her…and burst into tears. She was totally shocked.

"Hermione…oh…bloody hell. They…they were here. I saw it all again! Like I was right there…and I couldn't do anything!"

"Who? Who was here, Ron?" She saw him trying his hardest to choke down the sobs.

"Those bastards that killed Fred! I saw the whole thing…Hermione…and I…I couldn't save him. Just like…like last time." He couldn't stop his sobs now, and neither could Hermione. She just held him.

"Oh Ron…I'm so sorry that you have to deal with this…"

"But you were right…I didn't need to let go. I'm glad you're here Hermione."

"I wouldn't have it any other way. I love you so much."

After what seemed like hours, they fell asleep again, but this time wrapped safely in each other's arms.

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The next day, they were back in front of the dentist's office. Ron looked over at Hermione.

"Are you ready?"

"I'm ready."

Luckily, no one else had an appointment that early, so they both could be seen at the same time, in the same room.

"Okay, Ron. So when they come back, you know the plan, right?"

"I've got it."

"I've already put some charms around the area, so if anyone else comes in they won't be able to hear or see. Okay, here we go."

Her parents walked in and greeted them both, preparing their tools. Ron watched Hermione, and waited until she mouthed, "Now." They immobilized both of them. Hermione nervously cast her spells to restore the memories. After she finished, they waited for response. Finally, they regained consciousness. Both of them looked around dazed and confused. Hermione spoke shakily.

"Mum…Dad?"

They both looked in her direction. Their eyes got big and smiles appeared. "Hermione!"