Hello, my loves!

I'm back! It's been a dreadfully long while.

But it's time for Chapter 6! Are you ready? I am.

They're getting married at last! I know some of you are anxious for it to happen before any news is released; your wish may or may not come true. I'm being tricky with this one :)

Hope you enjoy!

"Mummy, I'm hungry!"

"Victoire, ma cherie, we just had lunch!"

"But I'm hungry now!"

Fleur sighed. "Mon amour, vous avez besoin d'attendre. Il est temps pour le mariage!"

Victoire rolled her eyes and nodded, picking up her flower basket.

Ginny, standing behind them and having no idea what had just been said, began to laugh. Victoire threw a dazzling grin at Teddy Lupin, who stood beside her in the procession.

"She takes after her mother, that little girl does," came a voice from behind her.

Ginny turned around and saw Harry. "Harry Potter, you're late! I thought we were going to have to start without you! Where were you? Bill and George and the rest showed up."

Harry nodded breathlessly. "I know, I know. But Ron had a last-minute anxiety attack and I had to talk him out of hiding under Muriel's bed until the wedding was over."

Shaking her head, Ginny took her husband's arm. "That's exactly like Ron. I should've seen it coming. We could've made a bet."

Harry chuckled and planted a kiss on top of her forehead. "How're you holding up?"

Ginny's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean?"

"You know what I mean. You're-"

Ginny covered his lips with her own. "I'm perfectly fine, remember? Nothing to report, nothing happened today, or yesterday, or even during the night."

"Right. Nothing at all."

"Ginny?"

Hermione had appeared at the end of the procession, blushing and smiling shyly.

Ginny walked over to her and held her hand tightly. "You're going to be fine. You look great," she added as she moved a stray curl out of her best friend's eyes.

Hermione nodded. "Let's do this."

The music started, and Harry and Ginny took their places behind George and Angelina. Two-by-two, the procession made their way down the aisle and to the front of the garden at the Burrow. Ron stood there with the preacher, looking happier than ever before, and Hermione was glowing like the back of her dress sparkled.

"Dearly beloved," the preacher began, "We are gathered here today..."

"Oh!" came a gasp of pain. The preacher stopped speaking as everyone turned to look at the bridesmaids' section, where Fleur had collapsed on the grass.

"Mummy!"

"Fleur!"

In an instant, Bill was holding Fleur's hand and Hermione was casting a spell to revive her, Ron by her side. Unnoticed by anyone except for them, a wet spot was leaking onto Fleur's gown.

"Bill," Hermione whispered, "Is that-?"

"Yes." Bill helped Fleur stand up. "The baby's coming, and quickly. I'll take Fleur and Apparate to St. Mungo's. You all continue the wedding. I'll be back as soon as possible, all right?"

Hermione took Fleur's hand. "We can wait for your return. I-"

"No," Fleur murmured, "I want you to 'ave the wedding, regardless of my medical whereabouts." She smiled at Hermione. "Go ahead." She turned to her daughter, "Victoire, be good for Grandmummy, please. Daddy will be back soon, all right?"

Victoire nodded. "I love you, Mum."

"I love you, too."

Ron put his arm around Hermione. Bill, supporting Fleur, walked out of the garden and Disapparated.

"Are you all right?" Ron asked his fiancee carefully.

She smiled at him. "Let's get married, Ron, okay?"

They took their places in front of the preacher. "Dearly beloved..."

The audience cheered as Ron and Hermione were pronounced Mr. and Mrs. Weasley. After much kissing, they hurried back up the aisle and into the tent to take pictures before it got too crowded.

The evening went on slowly, and that's just the way they would have had it. Hermione and Ron walked around, greeting guests and accepting many offers of congratulations.

They were interrupted only when a tall, redheaded figure reentered the property and announced, "It's a girl!"

Squeals and cries of joy filled the tent as Bill made his way through the party to find his youngest brother and his brand-new sister-in-law.

"Bill! How is she?"

"Is everything all right?"

Bill grinned and wiped the sweat off of his forehead. For a night in October, it certainly was hot. "Everything's perfect, it went well. It was just a little early and unexpected, but she's fine. They're both fine," he added quickly, "Her name's Dominique Apolline, and she's beautiful."

Hermione's heart melted. "Oh, Bill, I'm so glad. Congratulations!"

"You, too," Bill replied sadly, "I'm really sorry we had to leave."

Ron shook his head. "Don't worry about it. It's a good thing that it was safe and quick."

Bill hugged his brother, and then Hermione. "I've got to head back. I'm going to go tell Ginny the news, all right? Congratulations, again!"

After he was gone, Hermione slipped her arm around her husband. "It's been a magical evening, Ron, hasn't it?"

"It certainly has."

Harry and Ginny were at the next table. Ginny raced up to them. "Did Bill talk to you?" she asked.

Hermione nodded. "Yes, isn't it wonderful? I'm so happy about Dominique. She must be adorable."

Ron smirked. "Hey, you two, speaking of babies, when are you getting started?"

Harry and Ginny glanced at each other. "Should we tell them?" Ginny asked.

"I think so."

They turned to their friends and smiled. "Actually, Ron," Ginny said as she tossed her red hair, "We've been getting started for a while now."

Unable to comprehend what she meant, Ron stared blankly.

"We're having a baby!"

Hermione shrieked. "What?! When did you find out?"

"This morning," Ginny confessed. "That's why I had to leave to go to St. Mungo's; I needed to find out if I really was pregnant."

Harry stepped in. "We didn't want to ruin your special day by telling you and stealing your thunder. We thought it'd be better if we waited. But, thanks to your husband, you found out earlier than planned." He looked carefully at Hermione. "I hope it's okay with you."

Hermione took a deep breath before she exhaled and laughed. "So that is what Victoire meant this afternoon! I suppose she does know what she's talking about more than half of the time."

The four friends embraced as they gazed out into the starry night, ready for whatever adventures awaited them in the coming years.

That's Chapter 6!

There may or may not be another chapter, it really depends on your preferences. But there will be more stories, I can promise you that.

Let me know what you thought of this one, I'm really proud of it, so try not to be too harsh hahaha :)

Happy reading!

~cphfairies