A/N: Hey guys! I'm posting this weeks chapter a day early because I'm moving on Sunday (starting university! :D) and I need to focus on packing and spending time with my loved ones and I may not be able to post a chapter next week! Hope you understand!

Walk

Harry's POV

Harry followed the crowd out into the graveyard, hand in hand with Ginny. The morning had been a difficult one as they said their final goodbye to Lupin and Tonks. Everything seemed still and quiet as he watched the coffins being lowered into the ground, one after the other, side by side. Teddy soon caught his attention, this little baby boy, wriggling around in his grandmother's arms as he blew bubbles and changed his hair colour from turquoise to brunette, having absolutely no idea what was going on. He wondered whether that's how he had been when his parents were laid to rest. He wondered whether he was comforted by his Aunt Petunia as she wept for her lost sister. He wondered whether he had actually been there! And for the first time, Harry did not feel guilt, but understanding. He may not fully understand now, as he was so young himself, but in the years to come; he would be able to help his godson through life without his parents. He would give him all the time and love that Harry wanted so desperately from Sirius and only received for such a short amount of time. He would protect him and guide him the best he could. No harm would come this boy's way, not whilst Harry was living and breathing.

"Are you okay?", Ginny whispered, tugging on his arm slightly. Harry only nodded as he turned his attention to her, smiling weakly. Lupin and Tonks were finally laid to rest as the guests made their way towards Andromeda to give their condolences.

"Thank you for coming today, Harry", she smiled as he reached her.

"I wouldn't have missed it", he smiled back before looking over at Teddy, who was being fussed by Molly and Arthur.

"You know; this morning? I could have sworn he had your scar on his forehead", Andromeda told him. Harry's eyes widened at the unexpected news.

"Really?", he asked. Andromeda nodded.

"I'm not so used to him being able to change like that yet, and I'm sure he can't control it but- he seems to do these subtle little changes when he meets someone he's fond of", she smiled warmly at him. Harry smiled softly as he looked back to Teddy, who's hair was now red. "You're welcome to see him anytime you like you know? I know Dora and Remus made you his godfather, and I respect that. I'm actually very happy about it", she continued.

"Thank you", Harry grinned. He gave Andromeda one final hug before tugging Ginny over to Teddy.

"Come for a cuddle?", Molly smiled. Harry nodded before Molly handed Teddy over to him carefully. Teddy looked up at him with his extraordinary bright, yet dark eyes. Gurgling and giggling before Harry saw it for himself - a small scar in the shape of a lightning bolt on his forehead. Harry couldn't help but get a little teary eyed, especially when Teddy then held Harry's little finger tightly in his tiny fist. Ginny ran her fingers through his tufty hair as she looked lovingly at Harry.

"Um, Harry?", he suddenly heard Hermione's voice. Harry looked up to address her. "Can I-?", she gestured to hold Teddy. Harry smiled brightly at her, nodding before handing Teddy over. It was a strange sight to see Hermione holding a baby, but Harry thought it suited her quite well as he watched her gently stroking Teddy's chin with her thumb. "He's so beautiful", she said, smiling down at the bundle in her arms.

"Careful - you'll terrify Ron", Harry joked.

"Oh stop it", she blushed.

"Speaking of", Ginny said as Ron approached them.

"Am I missing something?", he asked.

"Just Hermione getting broody. Nothing to worry about", Ginny joked. Ron playfully nudged her before walking over to admire Teddy.

"Has he always been ginger?", he asked confused. Harry laughed as Hermione shook her head.

"Andromeda says his natural hair colour is brunette", Hermione told him. Ron nodded in understanding as he smiled down at Teddy, looking a little nervous as he stood there awkwardly.

"Why don't you hold him, Ron?", Harry suggested. Ron suddenly turned a bright shade of red.

"Oh no- it's alright- I don't want to drop him or anything", he stumbled over his words. Hermione giggled.

"You won't drop him. Here-", she said, passing Teddy to him. It was as if Ron knew instantly what to do as he cradled Teddy in his arms. He smiled down brightly at him. "He brings it out in you doesn't he?", Hermione said as she too smiled brightly at Teddy. Ron nodded in agreement.

"I don't think I've held a baby since Ginny was born and I don't even remember that!", he said, laughing. Harry watched his best friends fondly as they cooed over baby Teddy. He suddenly pictured a whole future for them - marriage, children. And he felt truly happy that they had finally seen through their differences and found each other. The four of them finished fussing over Teddy as they handed him back to Andromeda and said their goodbyes, all of them heading back to The Burrow. Harry sat alone in the Orchard, enjoying the cool breeze as it hit his face and graced his scalp. He felt relaxed in a strange sort of way. He was sad to have said goodbye to Lupin and Tonks, but he couldn't help but feel comfortable within himself for the first time in a very long time. He thought more about Teddy and what it would be like to have children with Ginny some day. He thought about Teddy being apart of their lives forever, just like he was one of the family and he pictured him looking out for his children like Harry would look out for him over the years. He thought about Ron and Hermione's futures and their children - coming over for sleepovers and calling him Uncle Harry. He couldn't help but feel excited for the years to come. It felt good to forget about the sadness he felt for a little while. He knew his parents would want him to be happy and look to the future, not dwell on the past and what once was.

"Whatcha thinking about?", Ginny suddenly said, sitting beside him on the ground as she linked her arm in his, leaning her head against his shoulder. Harry sighed happily as he laid his head against hers.

"The future", he smiled, looking up at the moon.

"Oh really? What do you see?", she asked.

"Us. A family. A life", he told her honestly.

"Sounds pretty perfect to me", Ginny sighed happily. Harry kissed the top of her head gently, wondering how he had ever gotten so lucky to have her in his life.

"I love you, Gin", he said.

"I love you too", she smiled up at him, planting the softest of kisses against his lips.