The Monument Keeperoliver Chapter 14

A/N: In the last chapter, the gift that Hermione gave to Harry was a difficult one for me come up with. I had asked for help from another author, and he gladly gave me a suggestion. He didn't precisely say what it should be, but he said to use the hair in place of paint. It got me to thinking of what could she do with her hair that would take the place of paint, and pictures of Gryffindor House floated in my head. Thus the Gryffindor Shield and the house emblem. Thank you Aealket, your idea greatly helped me with that one.

Now with two chapters left to go, I am starting to think on my next story. And once again Aealket is in league with my thoughts. He didn't give me ideas, but he did support my idea for the story. If I do go with it, the title will be AVADA KEDAVRA. Lily will learn it's true meaning.

Although this story has had some very good reviews, and has had a good following, it has been the hardest story for me to write. One of my viewers said, 'Though it is not a Harry/Ginny story, you have done quite well with it.' Where this may be true, it does not mean I will do it again. One of these days, I will try and write why I am such a die hard H/G shipper. Yes I have had him share with others, but Ginny was still a part of it.

Merlin, but I am a windy one aren't I? I better get on with the story, before I bore you all to sleep.

As always, Ollie the Keeper.

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Platform 9 ¾ began to fill with students that were ready to begin another year at Hogwarts. If one were to look carefully, you could tell the first years from the rest. They were the ones with all the questions. They were the ones that were the most excited. One such youth was Teddy Lupin. He was waiting for his cousin to get there so that they could find a cabin to share. Victoire would be the only one joining him this year. His wait was finally over when he saw her walk through the entry to the platform. He left his dad to go pull her into a hug, "Vicky, you finally made it. About time, I was beginning to think you were going to be late."

Victoire looked at her cousin like he was insane, "Theodore, we have 45 minutes before the train leaves. I think that is more than enough time to find us a compartment. Now would you kindly help me with my trunk?"

Teddy grabbed one end of her trunk, and Victoire struggled with her end, only to be spared the weight, when Remus took it from her, "Let me get that for you Victoire. Goodness, what have you got in here, lead weights?"

Victoire smiled at her uncle, "Just a little light reading material that aunt Hermione suggested."

"If your aunt is going to suggest things, then she has to be here to help with the loading. What do you have in there, History of Hogwarts volume I & II, plus your course books?"

"That and a few more. You never know when they might come in handy. As she always says, "Be prepared."

Remus and Teddy got her trunk in the first compartment they found empty, and loaded it in the overhead rack. They then left and retrieved Teddy's, and did the same. The two then went back to the platform to let Teddy say his goodbyes. Teddy knew as the years would go by, more and more of his family would appear on the platform. He was looking forward to those days, when he could share his adventures with his younger cousins.

Teddy looked to his father, "I'll see you back at the castle in about five hours dad. Tell mum I'll be looking for her and Leia. OH, and dad, I love you."

Remus pulled his son in for a hug. The words he spoke were like music to his ears. Even though he has heard them a thousand times, they were the most beautiful words in the world. "You have a fun journey Teddy. Make some new friends. And above all else, always remember that your mother and I love you very much."

"I will dad. Now if you will excuse me, I think I will go and fulfill your first request. Bye dad."

"Bye Teddy. Victoire, keep your eye on your cousin, would you please. Make sure he doesn't get into any trouble during the trip."

"I will Uncle Remus. Bye, I love you." and she hugged and kissed Remus on the cheek.

"Damn, you kids are growing up too fast. It seems just like yesterday you were born, and now your off to school."

Victoire laughed, "It had to happen sooner or later, and it wasn't soon enough for me. I look forward to the next seven years."

Remus watched as his son and his niece walk to the train and step up into it. He soon saw them enter the compartment that they selected and waved at him through the window. A few minutes later, the train took off to deliver it's precious cargo safely to Hogwarts.

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The Professors and the second year and above students sat waiting for the first years to be brought forward for the sorting. Remus and Tonks sat with Neville and Severus (who was holding Leia), waiting to see where their family would be placed. No matter where they went, they knew that the adults would be proud of their achievement.

Filius opened the doors to let the first years enter the hall and follow him to the sorting hat. Once in place, the hat began his beginning of the year song. Five minutes later, The sorting began.

When it finally got to Teddy's name, he walked up to the hat, and sat down. Filius placed the hat on his head, "Ah, young Lupin. Good to see you lad. Your father speaks highly of you. Yes, now I see why. Very brave, Intelligent, a true friend. Strong traits for three houses. Not a trace of Slytherin though. So where to put you. I see, you want to be in the same house as your father. So be it, best be GRYFFINDOR!"

Teddy jumped off the stool and took off for his new home for the next ten months. He was already told that he would have to stay in the dorms at night, which was just fine with him.

Finally, the last person to be sorted was Victoire. She took her seat, and the hat was placed on her head. "Another Weasley I see. But different. Like another one I sorted 17 years ago. Smart, very smart. Loyal as one could be. But, I see you are more brave beyond all other traits. Best be GRYFFINDOR!"

Victoire stepped calmly off the stool and walked to Teddy who was waiting for her with open arms. She let him pull her into a hug, then sat down when he released her.

Teddy looked back up to see his parents, and saw them smiling down at the two of them. He also saw that Filius was now holding Leia, and she was laughing at the bubbles he was creating with his wand. When one landed on Tonks' nose, Leis reached to pop it. She hadn't quite reached it, when it left Tonks nose and landed on her own nose. Leia giggled when the bubble finally popped.

Another was also watching Leia interact with the Professors. Dobby loved this family, and would do anything for them, but he missed his one true friend in the world. It had always been his wish to live with Harry Potter. He now saw his chance. Leia would have more attention than she could ever need. There was no need for Dobby to remain. He would ask this evening to be released so that he could join his friend.

After dinner, and the start of year speeches, Remus and Tonks left for their home. Severus asked if it would be alright for Leia to spend the night with him and Elisabeth. They wanted to get the feeling of having a child around them.

They just got settled when Dobby approached them. "Missy Tonks, Master Remus, could Dobby talk with you?"

Tonks patted the spot next to her on the couch, and Dobby took it as asked, "Dobby, we told you it was not necessary to ask to talk to us. Now what is it you wish to talk to us about?"

"Dobby wishes to ask if you would allow him to return to where he needs to be. Back with his first friend, Harry Potter?"

"Dobby, we don't have control of where you wish to be. You are a free elf. Have you talked to Leia about this? She does love you Dobby, and we know you love her as well." Tonks replied.

"Dobby does love his little Missy Lele, but, she had many here to keep her company. Dobby now wishes to join with Harry Potter and his mate."

Tonks pulled him in for a hug, "You miss Harry, don't you Dobby?"

"Dobby misses him very much Missy Tonks. He loved this time he spent with you and Master Remus. He loves Teddy and Missy Lele too. But I is not needed here anymore, and wish to spend time with His friend."

"We understand Dobby, and we agree with you. You do need to spend time with Harry. But would you please wait until you talk with Leia before you go?" Asked Remus.

"Dobby will do that sir. Dobby wishes to thank you for allowing him to serve you and Missy Tonks. Harry potter has the bestest friends and family. It has been Dobby's honor to be a part of that."

"No Dobby, it has been our honor to have you here with us to help raise Teddy and Leia. They will be much better students because of what you taught them while growing up."

"Thank you Master Remus. Thank you Missy Tonks. Dobby will talk with Missy Lele tomorrow after breakfast.

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Leia was sitting with Teddy when Dobby finally got the nerve to talk to her. Thankfully Teddy had to go to class and was looking for someone to take her. Dobby took her and headed back to the apartment that Remus and Tonks used to relax between classes.

Leia had always been able to feel emotions that her family had, and Dobby's were no different. She felt something was off with her friend. "Dobby hurt?"

"Yes Missy Lele. Dobby hurts because of what he has to say."

Leia felt the pain Dobby was sharing with her, and to ease it, she smiled. "Dobby not happy make me not happy. Be happy Dobby."

"For Dobby to feel happy Missy Lele, he has to hurt you."

Leia thought for a minute, "Dobby miss Unca Hawy. Wish to go. Lele sowy she hurt Dobby. Dobby go to Unca Hawy. Feel better."

Dobby saw that Leia meant every word she said. Her honesty always showed in her eyes. "Does Missy Lele really mean that? Dobby loves his little Missy, and would never hurt her."

Leia continued to smile as she answered Dobby, "Lele loves Dobby. Lele not hurt Dobby. Dobby go and be happy. Dobby come back and visit when he can."

"Yes Missy Lele, Dobby will come back and visit. He will comeback when ever she calls for him. Would Missy Lele like to go with Dobby to see Uncle Harry and Aunt Luna?"

Leia's smile grew bigger, "Lele like to see Unca Hawy. See Auny Lulu and cousin Lorky and Lysee."

Dobby popped to Minnie's office to let her know what he was going to do, and he was taking Leia with him and to pass it on to Remus and Tonks so that they wouldn't worry.

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Harry and Luna were sitting down to a cuppa, going over their wedding plans. Between her and his mum, they had decided on an October 31st wedding, to make that a happy day in his life, and forget how miserable it was in the past for him. Molly had been asked and accepted her role to help them out. She had asked for a list of who they wished to receive invitations so that she could make them out, and that was what they were doing, when Dobby popped into the kitchen holding Leia.

Lorcan and Lysander were sitting down across from them and got up as soon as they saw Leia, and went to her and took her with them to the entertainment room.

Before she left, she had to give her Uncle and Aunt a hug and a kiss on the cheek, then was off with her cousins.

Dobby took a seat across from Harry and Luna and accepted a cuppa as well. He took his first sip and then began, "Harry Potter sir, Dobby wishes to know if he is still welcomed into his house. He is feeling it is time to be with him, like he should be. Missy Leia also thinks he should be doing this, in order to be happy again."

Harry looked to Luna, then to Dobby, "Dobby, you have always been welcomed in my home. That has never changed. If you wish to live here with us, and Leia will be happy with it, then we welcome you to the Potter family."

The smile that spread across Dobby's face was enough to answer Harry without any words needed to be spoken. Dobby was now one of the Potter family members.

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The following two months were filled with planning, purchasing, measurements, and gatherings. It led to the day of the wedding, and everything was ready for the event.

Kingsley had been asked to do the honor, and accepted it with great joy. Luna had Ginny as her Maid of Honor, and Harry asked Ron to be his Best Man. Both had accepted the requests.

Ginny still had feelings for Harry, but they were not as deep as they were in the past. It was more as best friends. She had many talks with Dean about these feelings, and together they sorted them out. She was so lucky to have him, and felt bad about how she first made him feel like he was a replacement for Harry when they got married. How she told him that she would always love Harry. Yet he remained with her throughout these feelings, telling her he loved her, and wanted her to be happy. With her finally accepting her and Harry had no future together, brought her family closer together. She was now living the life her and Dean should have been living from the start.

Harry and Ron stood on the platform talking and waving to friends who wished Harry luck. "Not nervous are you Harry?"

"Not nervous Ron. Scared shitless is probably a better term to use. I've got Hippagriffs flying around in my stomach." Harry heard a laugh from behind him, and he turned to see his dad and Sirius arm in arm looking down on them. His mum in the furthest frame away shaking her head.

"Ignore them Harry. I am."

"Ignore who mum? I don't see anyone that needs to be ignored. OH wait. Now I see them. Mutt and Jeff. Is that who you are talking about mum?"

"Exactly. Now, turn around son, as I they think they are ready to begin. And Harry, always remember you deserve this, the family you always wanted. Luna is a beautiful woman, and is kind and caring. She loves you as much as you love her. Good luck Harry." His dad and Sirius also wished him luck. Harry turned and waited for it to begin.

The music started up, and the procession began. Harry watched as the members of the wedding party made their way forward, until finally Ginny and Hermione walked down the aisle. Hermione was Luna's only Brides Maid.

Then the bridal song began, and Luna and her dad appeared at the door, A lump formed in the throat of Harry. He never saw a more beautiful sight as he did right now. Luna was stunning in her gown. Her hair was loose and curled to frame her face. A crown of flowers laying on top of her head gave her the look of a princess. His princess. He saw her wave to her two sons as she passed them, and their returned wave to her.

Harry stepped down from the stage and took Luna's hand from her father and brought her back up. He continued to hold her hand as Kingsley began the ceremony. Kingsley's words told everyone of the love the two before him shared. Of the devotion they held for each other. The vows they made with each other and promises they shared. The terms of endearment each spoke to the other. And the presentation to the gathering of Mr. and Mrs. Harry James Potter. Harry then kissed Luna for the first time as his wife. Luna returned the kiss with as much love as Harry had shown in the kiss.

With the wedding now complete, it was time for the reception to begin. Harry and Luna began it with the sharing of the cake that Molly and Dobby made. Each shared the first bite from the others fingers.

After the cake, were the words made by the best man and maid of honor.

Ron began these words, "It has been my honor to be Harry's best mate since we first met in 1991. We were quite a pair. We never looked for trouble, but it was always looking for us. We shared these times with the third member of our group, my lovely wife Hermione. She was the brains of our outfit, while Harry was the hero, and I was his sidekick. We had our share of questionable moments, but we got through them. It was Harry's fifth year, when he took a liking to a blond haired lass who he helped when she appeared tormented. He took her and brought her into his group of friends, and she has been with us ever since. "

Ron took a sip of his drink and then continued, "In his sixth year, Harry had a spell where he fell for my sister and it looked like he had finally met his mate. However, fate had made her presence known, and things changed. I can't go into detail what happened next, but it changed everything. Harry was lost to us for ten painful years. It was Luna's caring for Harry that brought him back to us, and she is now getting her reward. Please raise your glasses to our new couple, Harry and Luna Potter."

Now it was Ginny's turn and with tear filled eyes she began, "Everyone here knows of the love I had for Harry. I made it quite clear that I was going to marry Harry Potter when I grew up. However, what you don't know is that I had competition. During our time in Dumbledore's Army, Luna and I shared many conversations. Luna told me of Harry's helping her with her house mates. How he made her feel wanted. How we both felt dejected when Harry showed signs for Cho. Luna told me then that she shared the same dreams I had, about being Mrs. Harry Potter. In our fifth year, Harry's sixth, I took the lead in our quest to be Mrs. Potter. I thought I had won. I would be Mrs. Potter. That was not the case. Then it was Luna's turn to take the lead in our quest, when Harry saved her before the final battle. When Harry disappeared, it became our sole purpose in life to find him and continue our competition. When the Ministry declared Harry dead, and the year after that, Harry still wasn't found, we both lost hope, and we both married. What we didn't know was that a bond between Harry and Luna had formed, and it kept Luna from loving Rolf like he should have been loved. Rolf accepted it though. He knew she loved Harry, just as Dean knew I loved Harry. The difference is that Harry and I didn't share a bond, and I grew to love Dean very much. Yes, Luna won our competition, and I am so happy for her and Harry. I for one, am glad she did, as we now both have the love of our life at our side. To Harry and Luna, may their love last a lifetime. May they be happy ever after."

Once this was completed, it was time for the married couple to share their first dance together. It wasn't much of a dance, as they just held each other and swayed to the music. This lasted for three dances, until they were separated to dance with others. Harry danced with Ginny, and Luna with Ron.

As they danced, Harry talked to Ginny, "So, you and Luna had a little thing going did you. You never told me about that, how come?"

Ginny laughed, "Come on Harry. Who in their right mind would tell their boyfriend that someone else loved him as much as she did? We both felt the same that who ever won, the other would be happy for them. I really though I had won in our relationship. Luna did too. I am happy for you both though. I really do wish you the best." and Ginny leaned forward and gave Harry a kiss on the cheek.

Harry then danced with Hermione, and Luna with Lorcan and Lysander. She had to hold them both due to the height disadvantage. "Are you two happy for mummy?"

"Of course we are mum. Why wouldn't we be?" Lorcan said to her with honesty.

Lysander saw where this was heading, and spoke before his mum could say anything. "Mum, Lorcan and I knew you loved dad, but there was always something between you. Dad knew this as well. When he learned that you brought Harry back, but had to kill in order to do it, he knew then you shared something with Harry that he could never hope to share with you. He knew then you and Harry had a bond. That was the only thing that would cause you to kill someone."

"How do you know all this Lysee? Your dad never told me about this."

"Dad talked to Lorcan and I, saying he didn't know how much longer he would be filling that role. He loved you so much mum, that he would not stand in the way of your happiness."

This talk brought tears to Luna's eyes. "Lysander, I promise you that it was never my intention of leaving your dad. If I had done that, then Harry and I would not be together right now. He would have felt he was the cause of us breaking up, and could not face himself or me if that were to happen. I loved your dad very much, but because of my love for Harry, I was not in love with your dad. I regret that now. That was why I wasn't with you for those five weeks. I was hurting myself, feeling I caused your father's death. What hurt even more, was the fact that I didn't miss my husband, but missed your father.

Do you understand what I mean?"

Lorcan had his hand on his mother's cheek, "Mum, we both understand and do not blame you for dad's leaving us. We know you were happy, but not completely. We were a family that shared our love for each other, but you were still missing a part of your heart. Harry was that part."

"OH, I love you both so much. I can't believe how understanding you two are. How you have accepted Harry into our lives. What did I ever do to deserve you two?"

Lysander did the same as Lorcan. He held her cheek in his hands, "You deserved us, because you loved us mum. Isn't that enough."

"It is for me. Now how about let you two go, and go find my husband before someone else does. Go, and enjoy yourself, but not before you give me a kiss." and they both kissed her on the cheek and took off to find their cousins.

Luna found Harry before anyone else did, and pulled him onto the dance floor. They danced until it was time for them to leave. Molly agreed to watch the twins, while Harry and Luna went on their honeymoon.

He took her to the French Riviera for their honeymoon where they spent the days on the beach or shopping, and the nights, dining, dancing, and making love.

It was two months after the honeymoon that Luna found out that she was pregnant, and when she told Harry and the twins she had the best hug she ever got from the three men in her life.