=== June 20, 1998 ===
Harry and Hermione stop as they are about to board the Hogwarts Express and looks back at the castle that has served as a second home to them for the last seven years.
"It's official." Harry says. "We're no longer Hogwarts students."
"I know." Hermione says. "It feels so unreal."
Harry nods. "Come on, let's go check on the kids."
They head inside to find their normal car already expanded, Shannon and her friends sitting on the floor playing with their children. "Looks like someone remembers something I taught them." Hermione says with a smile.
"Actually Shannon and Gabrielle taught us how to do it." Eliza says.
"And we set it up while they wrangled your children." Lotte says.
"We only had to wrangle the boys." Shannon says.
"But the two of them are trouble." Gabrielle says.
"Somehow I'm not surprised." Hermione says as she and Harry take their seats.
Ginny and Luna come into the car next. Their robes mostly concealing their 24 week bellies. "How are you two doing?" Harry asks once they get settled.
"We're both excited about tonight." Ginny says.
"I can't believe we're getting married not long after we get off the train!" Luna says.
"And you four are watching all the kids right?" Hermione asks as she looks at Shannon and her friends.
"Yeah, we got everything worked out with our Mum so you can drop us off tomorrow." Lotte says.
"Oh, and Mum says she's ready to have that conversation when you are." Eliza says.
"Perfect, " Hermione says. "We'll talk with her when we take you home."
"Okay." Eliza says.
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Once everyone is on the train it starts them on their trip home. "It's hard to believe this is the last time that we'll be going to Hogwarts." Ron says.
"For some of us, at least." Draco says.
"You too, Draco?" Neville asks.
"What are you two talking about?" Lavender asks.
"The Headmistress offered me the position of Junior Professor of Potions." Draco answers.
"And she offered me the same for Herbology." Neville says.
"She offered you jobs?" Ron asks.
"Not just them." Harry says.
"Defense?" Amanda guesses and Harry nods. Amanda points to Hermione. "Charms?"
"How did you guess that?" Hermione asks.
"Everyone heard about what you did for your charms Newt." Amanda answers.
Hermione grins. "I like to leave an impression."
"I can't believe it!" Ron exclaims. "The four of you have jobs before you even have your scores!"
"Actually, I haven't decided if I'm going to accept or not." Hermione says.
"Why not?" Amanda asks.
"Maybe she's holding out for better offers." Hannah says.
Hermione shakes her head. "I'm just not sure if I want to be a teacher. It's not an avenue I debated before."
"I know how you feel." Neville says. "I was figuring that I'd find work in a greenhouse that grows potion ingredients. Now I have a chance to teach the next generation of witches and wizards."
Hermione nods. "What about you, Draco?"
"Someone has to lead the Slytherins in the right direction." Draco says.
"And what direction is that?" Harry asks.
"Towards the light." Draco answers. "For too long Slytherin has been synonymous with dark wizards. I would like to see it become known for what we are supposed to stand for, our cunning and ambition."
"I like the sound of that." Hermione says.
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Once the train comes to a stop they all file off the train. All the parents let their respective toddlers run to their grandparents. Draco and Amanda reach Narcissa, Randy and Karen first.
"I'm glad you two could make it." Amanda says as she hugs her mother, Karen.
"We wouldn't miss it for the world." Randy says as he picks Scorpius up.
"Thank you, Mother, for helping them through the barrier." Draco says.
"It was my pleasure." Narcissa says as she picks up Cassie. "After all, if they hadn't had Amanda neither of these two would be here."
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"Oh, look at my granddaughters!" Molly says as she watches all three of the girls come to her and hug her.
"Girls, let Grandmum breath." Ron says as he and Lavender catch up with their children.
"Oh, they're not hurting her." Lavender says.
"Yeah, she looks happy." Ginny says as she steps up beside them.
"Ginerva!" Molly says as she stands up, the toddlers still hanging onto her. "Come here, my girl!" Ginny managed to find a space amongst the toddlers to hug Molly. "How are you feeling?"
"Pregnant." Ginny answers.
Molly breaks the hug to look at Ginny, now that she has shed her robes it's more obvious that she's pregnant. "Look at you, my little girl, I suppose you're not so little anymore."
"I suppose not." Ginny admits.
"Are you nervous?" Molly asks.
"About the wedding?" Ginny asks.
"A little late to be nervous about your wedding." Molly says.
Ginny nods. "I suppose you have a point." She sighs. "I suppose I'm a little nervous about the babies, though I know I'm going to be a good mum."
"Why do you say that?" Ron asks.
"Because I have the absolute best mum in the world here to help me if I have any questions." Ginny answers, hugging Molly again as she does.
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Helen and Richard laugh at the crowd of children around Harry and Hermione. Eliza holds Aaron's hand, while Lotte holds Williams. Iris and Rose each hold one of Clover's hands. Lastly Shannon and Gabrielle each carry a diaper bag.
"I see you bring your own entourage now." Richard teases.
"It certainly feels that way." Hermione says. "Are you going to be able to get them all home?"
"They'll be just fine." Xenophilius says from seemingly nowhere. "A friend of mine but an extension charm on their vehicle."
"Daddy!" Luna exclaims hugging Xenophilius.
"I missed you two, Moonbeam." Xenophilius says.
Hermione chuckles. "So, extension charm on the car huh?"
"After we had to bring both vehicles for Christmas we knew it was coming." Richard says.
"Good, I was worried that you would have trouble getting them all home." Hermione admits.
"We got this." Helen says. "How about you? Are you going to have any trouble getting everyone out to Claire's property?"
Hermione shakes her head. "I can teleport us there."
"I thought apparition wasn't safe for pregnant women." Eliza says.
"It's not." Hermione replies. "I use teleportation, it's a little more limited. You have to have either a set place or item to go to."
"I've seen you do that." Shannon says. "You use your daggers."
"That's correct." Hermione says. "I sent an owl to the property carrying Hugin." She pauses. "And it looks like she just set it down."
"Then you better take Ginny and Luna and get them ready." Harry says. "I'll join you once I get everyone situated."
"Sounds good." Hermione says, then kisses Harry softly.
"Alright, everyone into the car." Richard says and the children all follow."
"See you in a little." Harry says as he follows the gaggle of children.
"Missus Potter, we're ready when you are." Xenophilius says, drawing Hermione's attention from Harry and their children.
"Right, of course." Hermione says. "We just need Ginny."
"And don't forget me." Molly says. "I'm not missing my daughter's wedding."
Hermione nods. "I know how to attach the floo to the network temporarily if anyone else wants to attend."
"If Arthur gets off on time he'd love to." Molly says.
"I'll send him a patronus with instructions." Hermione says.
"Maybe you should let me." Ginny says. "A lion is a bit conspicuous."
"And a horse isn't?" Hermione asks.
Ginny grins. "My patronus changed to a winter hare."
"That's the same as my patronus!" Luna remarks.
"Why am I not surprised?" Hermione laughs.
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"Welcome to the Granger household." Harry says as Richard pulls the vehicle up.
"I don't know why you call it that." Helen says. "It's your home too."
"I'm part of the Granger extended family." Harry teases as they all get out of the car and head into the house.
"True." Richard says. "Though a lot more Potters live here than Grangers.*
"There's enough places with the Potter name on it." Harry says.
"Really?" Lotte asks.
"Oh yeah, according to Gringotts there's Potter Manor and Potter Chateau, just to name a couple." Harry answers.
"Why do you come here instead?" Eliza asks.
"This is the first place other than Hogwarts that ever felt like home." Harry answers.
With that they all head inside. "Come on Clover, William and Aaron." Shannon says. "It's bedtime."
"Bedtime story?" Clover asks.
"Yeah, we'll get you into pajamas, then I'll read you a bedtime story." Shannon says.
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Shannon and Gabrielle come into the room that Eliza and Lotte are sharing. A set of bunk beds stands against one of the walls. Lotte, Eliza, Iris and Rose sit on the floor. "Looks like Harry set you up." Shannon says.
"The beds feel pretty good for being conjured." Lotte says.
Shannon nods. "Hermione conjured mine and it's fairly comfortable so I'm not surprised."
"So, did we miss anything?" Gabrielle asks as she and Shannon join everyone on the floor.
"We were just telling them about the inside of Grimmauld place." Iris says. "Since it's the only wizarding manor we've been in."
"I remember the outside of Malfoy Manor." Shannon says. "It's what muggles would call a mansion."
"What about a chateau?" Lotte asks.
"They're usually like castles." Gabrielle answers.
"You've seen one?" Eliza asks.
"We lived in one when I was little." Gabrielle answers. "We had to sell it when our father died." She sniffles slightly. "Thanks to the sale there was enough money for my sister and I to live off of until she got her job at Gringotts."
"That sounds rough." Shannon says.
Gabrielle shakes her head. "We had a roof over our heads and food in our bellies. That's better than some."
Shannon nods. "You're right there."
A moment of silence follows as they all remember that she lived on the streets for a little while. Finally Iris speaks up. "So, Gabrielle, if we go to the chateau it'll be like going home for you?"
"No, I was pretty little when we lived there." Gabrielle answers. "Home is with my sister or right here with my friends." She reaches out her hand and Shannon takes it.
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Richard pulls the car up to the Creevey house and he and Harry get out. *I hope you know I appreciate you coming along." Harry says.
"Helen and I see Ginny as another daughter, so one of us had to come along." Richard says.
"How'd you determine who went?" Harry asks.
"Helen told me to go." Richard says. "That way it's a girls' night."
"Toddlers don't count?" Harry asks.
Richard chuckles. "Exactly!"
Harry knocks on the door. A woman, about Richard's age answers the door in a stunning black dress. "I recognize you from the pictures, you're Harry Potter." She says.
"I am, and you are?"
"Cassandra Creevey, Colin's mother."
"Pleased to meet you." Harry says as she lets them in.
"Same here." Cassandra says. "I have to say your sister described you well."
Harry chuckles. "Yeah, there's a bit of a story there."
"You'll have to tell me some time." Cassandra says.
"Sounds good." Harry says then looks to the back. "They almost ready?"
"I think Colin's as nervous as the girls." Cassandra answers.
"I bet he was more nervous at the proposal." Harry jokes.
"I wouldn't know." Cassandra says. "I was on deployment and missed them during winter break."
"Which service are you with?" Harry asks.
"Royal Marines." Cassandra replies.
Harry nods in agreement. "I hope it wasn't dangerous." Then quickly adds. "You don't have to talk about it."
Cassandra smiles slightly. "I can tell you it wasn't any more dangerous than anything you and your wife did."
"We did what we had to do." Harry says.
"I understand." Cassandra says.
"Did Colin tell you what he did?" Harry asks.
"He protected the younger students, I couldn't be prouder of him." Cassandra says.
Harry nods. "He's a good friend and I'll be glad to call him brother-in-law."
"I think I'm ready." Colin says as he comes out from the back dressed in a set black dress robes.
"Your brother and father?" Cassandra asks.
"We're right here." Andrew says.
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Harry and the Creeveys' appear in Claire's living room. Hermione steps in from another room. "I'm so glad you all made it." Hermione says.
"Glad to be here." Andrew says.
"Harry, take the boys outside, we'll be there shortly." Hermione says.
Harry nods. "Come on." He leads the way, the Creeveys all start to follow him.
Hermione puts her hand on Cassandra's arm, stopping her. "Not you."
"Why?" Cassandra asks.
"I have a couple of ladies that want to see you before the ceremony." Hermione says.
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Hermione and Cassandra walk into the bedroom where Ginny and Luna are waiting wearing matching mother-of-pearl dresses. "You both look amazing!" Cassandra exclaims.
Ginny smiles as she comes up to them and hugs Cassandra. "I'm sorry that you didn't get to come to Paris with us."
Cassandra hugs Ginny in return. "I'm sorry I missed it too."
"Can I join?" Luna asks as she comes over.
"Of course you can, Luna." Cassandra says as she lets go of Ginny with one arm so Luna can hug her.
"Missus Creevey, I need to ask you a favor." Luna says as they break the hug.
"You're about to marry my son." Cassandra says. "So please, call me Mum."
Both Ginny and Luna nod. "We can do that." Ginny says.
"Now, what favor do you need?" Cassandra asks.
"Will you do me the honor of carrying my wand?" Luna asks.
"I'm afraid I don't know what you are talking about." Cassandra answers.
"As part of the ceremony my mother is supposed to carry my wand." Luna explains. "Since my mother is not with us I wanted to ask you to do it."
"What about Colin?" Cassandra asks.
"His father will carry his wand." Hermione answers. "Molly Weasley will be here shortly to carry Ginny's."
"I hear my name." Molly says as she steps into the room.
Ginny goes and hugs Molly. "We were just explaining to Cassandra about the ceremony. Luna asked her to step in."
Molly nods. "Pandora would approve."
Luna nods. "I thought as much."
"In that case I accept." Cassandra says.
"Thank you." Luna places her wand in Cassandra's hands.
Ginny puts her wand in Molly's hands. "We're ready." Ginny says.
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The waning crescent moon shines its limited light down upon the pergola on Claire's property. Colin stands in the middle of the podium, Andrew stands behind him holding his wand. Harry, Xenophilius and Dennis stand off to the side.
A bright light comes their way from the house. Soon they see the light is coming from Hermione, the diadem of Ravenclaw glows brightly upon her head as she leads the others to the podium.
Ginny comes up and stands to Colin's left as Luna comes up and stands to Colin's right. Molly stands behind Ginny while Cassandra stands behind Luna.
A dias appears in front of them and Hermione stands upon it. The glare from the diadem lessens until it is just bearable. "We are gathered here on this solstice eve to bind these three together." Hermione says. "If there are any here to wish to speak against this union, speak now."
When nobody speaks Hermione continues. "Colin, you may start."
Colin looks at Ginny as he speaks. "Ginerva, you are my spitfire, the adventurous heart of our triad. I can not imagine a world without you." He turns to Luna. "Luna, the whimsical spirit of our triad. You temper both Ginerva and I as if we were a pair of blades and you the expert smith."
"Colin," Ginny says as she looks towards him. "You are the soul of our triad. You bring the three of us together in a way I can not describe." She shifts her vision to Luna. "Luna, my dearest friend growing up, we have already seen each other at our best and our worst."
"Ginny," Luna says as she looks towards her. "I have loved you since the day we met, I just didn't realize it for far longer than I should have." She turns and looks at Colin. "Colin, first I fell in love with your photographs, then one day I realized that I love you. I want to spend every day of the rest of my life with both of you."
"I, Colin Andrew Creevey, do hereby pledge my life, my body, my soul and my magic to these two before me." He holds out a hand to each one."
Ginny reaches out and grasps Colin's hand. P"I, Ginerva Weasley Potter, do hereby offer my life, my body, my soul and my magic to both of you." She reaches out her other hand to Luna.
"I, Luna Pandora Lovegood, do hereby offer my life, my body, my soul and my magic to both of you." She says as she takes both their hands.p
"We accept these pledges and ask that mother magic accept our bond." The three say in unison.
"I, Hermione Jean Potter nee Granger, ask mother magic to give us a sign that you accept this bond."
With those words Molly, Andrew and Cassandra hold their hands up and the wands float out of each of their hands. The wands float above the triad's heads, the tips of the wands touch forming a small triangle, then a myriad of multi-colored sparks shot from all three wands.
"Mother magic has blessed this union. I pronounce you bond for life." Hermione says as the three wands float down so that are floating in front of their owners. The three of them let go of each other and grab their wands. "So mote it be!"
"So mote it be!" Everyone repeats.