Case of A Dead Heart

by IWriteToSurvive

Hermione attends a Weasley wedding and tries to drink her sorrows away while hiding her illness. Fred Weasely was getting married, but not to her. Luna knows Hermione's secret and tries desperately to make sure she doesn't lose hope. With no options left, Hermione leaves Luna with one final task and the ghost of a smile. Her only regret? He never knew the truth. (I own nothing)

8. Chapter 8: Charlie

Chapter 8: Charlie

Dear Charlie,

I didn't know you as much as I would have liked to but, all the same, you were family to me and I want you to know how much I cared for you. I am glad I got to know you a little bit these past few years. You might not know it but, you helped me work through a lot of things during our conversations at family holidays. Thank you so much for exchanging letters with me. It meant a lot to me to have someone to talk to about anything like that.

Promise me you'll come home more often and see your mum and dad? They miss you all the time, Charlie. So do your siblings. Don't tell Fred and George but I'm fairly certain your Ginny's favorite brother. Promise to be safe on the dragon reserves and don't you dare forget to read that book on healing spells and potions I gave you. I'm not sure your poor mother could take another letter from you saying you've been in the hospital due to a dragon related injury.

Make sure you always play Quidditch with Ron and make sure your nieces and nephews know who you are. Come home often and love your family more than anything. You're a wonderful brother and I love you.

I kept the letters we exchanged over the past few years and I've left them for you in a box under my bed in Ginny's old room. I hope you enjoy reading through them again.

Love from,

Hermione

P.S. Do me a favor, if you will. I know that it's going to be difficult, but please don't let them remember me like this forever. Make sure they never forget the good times we've had. People tend to ignore the pain death leaves behind and that's not healthy. Make sure they grieve and help them move on. Remind them that I loved them all and I'm in a better place.

Charlie heaved a great sigh and folded Hermione's letter before gently scooping the tiny girl in his arms and giving her a fierce yet gentle hug. She was his little sister and his friend. Despite what she may have thought, Hermione knew Charlie very well. Probably better than most, actually. She was his confidant and he was her listening ear.

He always welcomed her letters and knew that this would be her last. Charlie was determined to find their old exchanges and keep them safe. He would never forget the fierce, kind, and loving girl in front of him. He wouldn't let anyone else forget her either.