Chapter 21: Taking Another Look

As the Great Hall quieted Minerva looked up and spotted the Cullen's, she gestured to the table that now sat in front of the head table.

The Cullen's made their way to the table and the silence that had descended upon the Great Hall was lifted as the students' whispering built into a low roar.

As Edward handed Teddy over to Harry he whispered, "They are all staring."

Rolling his eyes Harry answered, "You get used to it." Then turning to Teddy be began pointing out things in the Great Hall and the ceiling just as Oliver was doing with Freddie. Both of the little ones stared around with huge eyes, fascinated with what they saw.

When the Cullen's had taken their seats, Minerva stood, tapping her crystal goblet and the Hall fell silent again. Smiling she addressed the school. "I would like to welcome everyone to our feast in celebration of the new Hogwarts rose garden. This was a great deal of work and could not have been accomplished without the cooperation of the top Herbology students of every house and every year. We also celebrate this rose garden as the first tangible and lasting evidence to the unity that once again exists within this castle. But, let it also remind us of what we have allowed to slip away. For if you remember your history you will remember Hogwarts was founded by four friends." Lifting her glass she said, "From the beginning with the Founders and again today, may this school forever be filled with friendship and unity."

Everyone in the Great Hall added their voice, "friendship and unity," as they drank to the toast.

Minerva then cleared her throat, getting everyone's attention again as she continued, "As you all can see we have honored guests with us tonight. It is my pleasure to introduce the Cullen family. Please give them a warm Hogwarts greeting."

The Great Hall erupted as the students stood to their feet cheering, clapping, whistling and a few first years jumping up and down. When the noise settled down some Minerva waved her hand saying, "Let the Feast begin."

The tables immediately filled with food, as well as in front of Jacob, and the students tucked in to the feast talking animatedly bout their honored guests.

Harry and Oliver were trying to calm down the two little ones that had been startled by the loud noise, as the Cullen's drank from ever filling goblets. The goblets were filled with an amazing tasting blood that they had never encountered before. When Teddy and Freddie finally settled down a house elf appeared with plates of special foods for them.

After thanking the house elf Harry asked, "Can you tell me what we are drinking; I have never tasted anything like it."

The house elf bowed and replied, "Is the blood of the Hippogriff…Giving by choice…From new heard dat living in forest." The house elf then popped out of the room.

The remainder of the feast was spent in pleasant conversation and all too soon came to an end.

Once the feast was over Rosalie came to get Teddy from Edward who had been holding him the last part of the feast. She plucked Teddy from him saying, "My little angel needs to spend time with his favorite Auntie."

Teddy responded with an excited jumping and squeal before grabbing a handful of her blond hair and stuffing it and his fist into his mouth.

Edward, looking on curiously, asked, "Rosalie, are you allowing him to chew on your hair?"

Rolling her eyes Rosalie answered, "Really he is at the age where it is normal for him to put everything in his mouth. It is going to be like that for a couple of years." Then she looked at him questioningly saying, "You should be aware of this. I mean you're his father you should know what he will and should do." Then narrowing her eyes she said, "And if you don't then you had better learn. Because if anything happens to my nephew because you weren't keeping up then you will wish the Volturi had you." She then walked away blowing raspberries on Teddy's stomach and as he squealed in delight.

Edward just stood there staring at his sister as she walked away, wondering what happened. He was soon pulled out of his stupor by a tugging on his sleeve. Turning and looking down he saw a pretty brown haired girl looking up at him with both fear and determination. Smiling he knelt down to her level and asked, "May I help you?"

Squaring her shoulders she leaned forward and stage whispered, "Are you Cedric Diggory?"

Smiling Edward shook his head saying, "No that would be him over there," as he pointed to Cedric.

The girl thanked him and rushed off. When she reached Cedric she again pulled on his sleeve to get his attention. Cedric turned and seeing no one looked down at the girl, who by her robes was obviously a Hufflepuff, he then knelt down to her level and asked, "Is there something I can do for you?" The girl then launched herself at Cedric hugging him tightly around the neck. It was a good thing that Cedric did not need to breathe as he was not sure that he could at the moment.

When the girl finally let go of him she said, "I just wanted to thank you. My sister was a Hufflepuff here when the other houses looked down on us. But you made them see that we can have the traits of more than one house. You made it possible for me to have my friends and I wanted to say thank you."

As she spoke she gestured behind her and Cedric notice a group of six other students. They were obviously first years and judging by their robes there was another Hufflepuff, a Ravenclaw, two Gryffindors and two Slytherins. Cedric motioned the group forward and shook all their hands saying, "I am glad that I could help in some way. Having friends in the other houses is one of the best experiences Hogwarts has to offer. As a matter of fact my family is made up of members of all the houses. I was a Hufflepuff, my sister Luna was a Ravenclaw, my brother Draco was a Slytherin and my brothers Harry and Neville as well as my fiancé Ron were Gryffindors. So remember the friends that you make now will last you a lifetime and in the end can be like family."

All the first years thanked him and waved as they left. Cedric stood and turned around and came face to face with a very stern looking Professor. Standing there with her hands on her hips glaring at him was Professor Cho Chang.

Still holding her glare Cho asked, "Fiancé?"

Cedric suddenly had a deer in the headlights looks as he sputtered out, "Cho…look I can…"

That was as long as Cho could keep a straight face and suddenly she doubled over laughing. When she could control herself she said, "Relax Cedric I can read the paper I know what happened. The only question that I want answered is, are you happy?"

Cedric looked at Ron who had moved to stand next to him and got the goofiest grin anyone had ever seen on the Hufflepuff Hottie.

Rolling her eyes Cho said, "That smile tells me all I need to know." She then launched herself at Cedric and hugged him around the neck. Before stepping back she kissed his cheek, this gained her a low growl from Ron which she ignored before hugging him. She then said, "I am happy for you both." Then turning to Ron and putting her finger in his face saying, "And you Ronald Weasley had better take care of him…He is one of the best men I have ever known."

Cedric chuckled at Ron's dumbfounded look before turning to Cho and asked, "Only one of the best you have ever known?"

Cho laughed and produced her hand which had a large engagement ring on it saying, "I guess I have a thing for seekers."

Admiring the ring Cedric questioned, "Who?"

Smiling Cho answered, "Victor Krum. Minerva has offered him the position as flying instructor since Madam Hooch is retiring and he has accepted. He will be starting next term and we will be married just before."

During Cedric's discussions Harry had met with Professor McGonagall. After the two had been chatting a while he asked, "Headmistress, I was wondering if you would allow us to have our wedding here at Hogwarts?"

Minerva smiled a knowing smile as they were joined by Alice and Luna. She answered, "I believe that subject has already come up."

Smirking, Luna said, "We saw that you would want to have the wedding here and have made all the arrangements."

Nodding, Alice added, "Everything is set for two weeks from Saturday while the students are gone for spring break."

Shaking his head Harry asked, "What is the point of having two sisters that can see the future if they don't tell you anything?

Alice and Luna said in unison, "What would be the fun in us telling you everything?" They then bounced off to gather the rest of the Cullens.

Turning back to Minerva Harry asked, "Are you alright with this?"

Nodding Minerva said, "Yes, but since I am allowing you to use Hogwarts I believe you should allow me something in return."

Not sure if he liked where this was going he asked, "What do you want in return?"

With a shy smile Minerva said, "Well, I would like to do something that no other Head of the school has, but that all of them wanted to do. I would like to see the Chamber of Secrets."

That is how Harry found himself and the Headmistress leading the Cullens, Dean and Cho to the girl's bathroom on the second floor. When they reached the bathroom Dean conjured a crib for the boys that were sleeping on Marcus' and Edward's shoulders. After the boys were placed in the crib to sleep, Minerva conjured a harp and charmed it to play for them.

Ron turned to Harry and said, "That doesn't bring back pleasant memories."

Harry nodded in agreement as Rosalie came up to him and asked, "Are you sure that it's okay to leave the boys with them?" She pointed to Dean and Cho.

Smiling Harry said, "Dean has been a true and loyal friend for fourteen years."

"Cho is a good friend as well," Cedric interjected.

Nodding, Harry continued, "And if the boys so much as twitch…"

"My Patronus will be down to get you in a heartbeat." Dean finished.

Then a voice asked in a mean tone, "Whose there?"

Looking up, Harry said, "Hi Myrtle."

Coming into view Moaning Myrtle said, "Hi Harry," and giggled.

Harry introduced Myrtle to everyone before a way to ease Rosalie and the others minds about leaving the boys crossed his mind. Harry turned to Myrtle and asked, "Myrtle, we are leaving my son and Oliver and Marcus' son up hear would you watch over and protect them? Make sure no one gets in our out and that they are safe."

Myrtle floated up to Harry as said, "You're going down to the Chamber again aren't you?" At Harry's nod she continued, "When you went down the first time I offered to share my toilet with you if you died. Now you have gone and gotten yourself undead. What is in it for me?"

Harry motioned for Myrtle to follow him farther into the bathroom where they talked in low whispers and he pointed out Edward, Cedric, Ron, Draco and Jacob. Myrtle was clapping with joy as Harry rejoined the rest saying, "Myrtle has agreed to offer protection for the boys while we are down in the Chamber."

Those that were pointed out gathered around Harry as Ron asked, "What did that cost you?"

With a heavy sigh Harry said, "The six of us in the Prefects' bath." Cedric groaned and rested his head on Ron's shoulder as Edward looked puzzled.

Jacob asked, "Are you saying that she wanted to watch the six of us in a bathtub. And how are we all going to fit anyway?"

Draco took Jacob's hand saying, "It's more like a pool than a tub, just think of it as skinny dipping and keep your voice down. Do you really what Rosalie to think there is something you wouldn't do to keep her nephews safe."

They all glanced at Rosalie before shaking their heads. Harry then stepped up to the sink and in Parseltongue said, "Open."

As the sink moved to expose the opening of the Chamber, Ron looked in and asked, "Harry, why are their stairs going down there now?"

Shrugging Harry answered, "Snape conjured them when he came down to harvest parts of the basilisk. How do you think I got so many potions from him?"

Laughing as he followed Harry down the stairs Draco said, "Severus was a Slytherin you didn't get anything from him without giving something in return."

When they reached the bottom of the stairs Ron noticed that the skeletons had all been cleared away. As they moved closer to the actual chamber they discovered that the rock slide had been moved too. Harry and Ron did explain in much more detail what they had experienced and seen the first time they came down.

Finally Harry opened the Chamber it's self and let them in. Harry had barely stepped into the chamber when Emmett asked, "What is that?"

Shuddering as he looked at the skin stretched out along the center walkway of the Chamber Harry answered, "That is the basilisk's skin, I guess Severus never got to come back and finish with it."

Jasper gasped saying, "That thing must be sixty feet long!"

"Sixty three and a half feet, Severus measured it," Harry said with a shrug.

Esme rounded on Harry with her hands on her hips and demanded, "Harrison James Potter Evans just exactly how old were you when you faced this beast and how many of your other adventures have you glossed over?"

With big round eyes Harry answered, "Twelve…"

And so Harry spent most of his free time for the next two weeks explaining to the Cullens, at Esme's demand, his adventures. Where he had glossed over them the first time he was now forced to recount them in great detail. All the while Esme would go from mothering him within an inch of his immortal life to raging about how a child was put into these situations. Edward had been no help throughout Esme's tirades, and the day before the wedding Harry had finally hit him on the shoulder and demanded, "Are you not going to helping me, and are you not supposed to protect me?"

Edward had laughed and said, "I would stand against that basilisk or the dragon that you have faced, but my mother thinking one of her children was at risk. That is a terror that even I would not dare to face."

Last night the six of them had fulfilled their deal with Myrtle and bathed in the prefect's bath. Today however, Harry thought he should have drowned himself last night, not that he actually could have. Harry, Cedric, and Draco were in the room of requirement getting ready for the wedding, and he was panicked. It's not that he did not want to marry Edward; it's just that there were so many people in attendance. The wedding was going to take place in the new rose garden, and the guests had been arriving for the last two hours.

All of the staff at Hogwarts would be in attendance, the Minister of Magic was there and most of the British High Court and half the Wizengamot. The Secretary of Magic from America would be attending along with the entire Supreme Court of Magic. The Entire Tribe, not just the Pack, had arrived with Billy for the wedding. Then there were vampires from all over the world, many of whom Harry did not know. All of their friends from Hogwarts and Britain where there, really everyone they knew was there. This included all the Weasley siblings, even the Veela and Werewolves had sent representatives. Really Harry was feeling very overwhelmed.

Noticing Harry's discomfort Cedric asked, "Harry are you alright?"

Draco was the one that answered, "He is just overwhelmed with all the people. Harry does not like to be the center of attention, or crowds for that matter."

Nodding in understanding Cedric took Harry by the shoulders and asked, "Do you love my brother?"

"Yes," Harry whispered.

Cedric smiled saying, "Then those that are here to witness the wedding are not what you need to focus on. You need to remember that the man who loves you is going to marry you. He is the only one down there that you will have eyes for, and everything will be fine."

In the end Cedric was right; Harry didn't remember all the people there to watch. He remembered that he had never seen anyone as handsome as Edward when they met in front of Minerva. It was an overcast day and the rose garden was beautiful, and anything that did not move was covered in twinkling fairy lights. Draco and Jacob were to their right and beyond them stood Emmett, Jasper, Neville, Marcus and Oliver. On their left were Ron and Cedric and past them were Rosalie, Alice, Luna, Rachel and Rebecca. Carlisle and Esme, who had the boys, were seated in the front row next to Billy.

Harry may not remember much about the ceremony or what Minerva said as she presided over it. But for the rest of eternity he would remember when Edward turned to him with so much love in his eyes that Harry was stunned. His normally poised Edward, in a voice thick with emotion, said. "For ninety years there has been a great void in me, for a long time I thought that was my soul that had been lost in my transformation. Through the many years the void seemed to grow and be surrounded by loneliness, which even my family, could not drive away. Then I saw you standing in my parent's entryway and knew that the reason for the void that had grown over the years was because it had to be large enough to fit you. You Harry James Potter Evans and our son Teddy Remus Lupin Cullen have filled the void. You have shown me that I have a soul, and taught me what it is to be complete. And I promise to cherish you as the treasure you are for the rest of my existence."

When Harry could finally swallow the lump in his throat he placed his hand on the side of Edward's face saying. "A great darkness had haunted my life since before I was born. It has hounded and plagued my very existence. The darkness has taken my parents, my friends, my childhood and most of those that I had loved. Until the day that I met you and the light of your love banished the darkness. You have allowed me and our son to bask in that light of your love 'till it has flooded us and warmed us like the sun, which pales in comparison to you. Edward Anthony Mason Cullen I am honored to receive and return that love and promise to cherish it and you for the rest of my existence."

After the ceremony they moved to the Great Hall which had been decorated in roses and fairy lights just as the rose garden had been. The newlywed couples started the first dance, gliding around the floor as if their feet did not touch it. They danced with all of their family and a few of their friends and Professors. Harry had even danced with the Headmistress before the last dance of the evening which he shared with his husband.

As the couples were getting ready to leave for their honeymoon, which Edward had arraigned, and had something to do with a private island near Brazil. Minerva came up to Harry saying, "Before you leave Mr. Cullen, there is something I think you should take a look at."

The entire family had heard Minerva and after Harry nodded they followed as she led him down several corridors to a large wood door. Stopping in front of the door Minerva turned to Harry and said, "There are many things that Dumbledore did not tell you the truth about, however what lies inside this room he did tell you the truth about."

Minerva then stepped aside and Harry went into the room closing the door behind him.

After the door had closed Ron asked, "What is in there?"

Minerva looked at him and answered, "The Mirror of Erised."

Curious Esme asked, "What does it do?"

Before Ron could answered Minerva said, "I think it is best if Harry tells you."

It was a half hour later when Harry immerged from the room, his eyes clearly filled with the tears that would never fall. Harry walked over to Edward, who wrapped his arms around him as he leaned into his chest, seeking comfort from his new husband.

Esme put Teddy into Harry's arms as she asked, "Dear, can you tell us what it does and what you saw?"

Kissing Teddy's head and snuggling into Edward's chest Harry said, "The Mirror of Erised shows you what you desire most. The happiest man in the world would see himself as he is. I found the mirror once when I was eleven. When I looked in it then I saw my parents standing with me, Dumbledore said that it was because I had never known a family that I saw them."

Edward kissed Harry's head before he questioned, "Can you tell us what you saw today?"

Nodding Harry answered, "When I entered I saw my parents standing behind me, they put a hand on each of my shoulders and squeezed them. Then they smiled and walked away. As they left Edward entered the mirror with Teddy. He put Teddy in my arms and wrapped his arms around me. Carlisle and Esme entered next and stood with us. Then Emmett and Rosalie followed by Alice and Jasper all taking the left side. Soon the right side was filled with Luna and Neville, then Marcus and Oliver who was holding Freddie. Last Ron and Cedric came and stood on our right and Draco and Jacob on our left."

Carlisle asked softly, "What does that mean?"

Smiling Harry said, "That means the family that I have always longed for…is finally complete."

THE END

A/N: I WANT TO BE MYRTLE!!! I hope that you enjoyed my first fan fiction. I have written other stuff in the process of writing this, but this was in fact my first story.

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