Chapter twenty three

Two days later Harry, Hermione and their friends all arrived in the exact spot where the quidditch world cup was held. Molly took Dan to a secluded spot where Poppy was waiting. Dan set up his rifle while the two woman organised their potions, bandages, chocolate, along with anything else they might need. Everyone believed there would not be much of a fight, there only concern was if Voldemort brought dementors, werewolves, inferi and giants. So they had to be ready for anything.

Every got into position but Harry, Hermione, Ron, Neville, Ginny and Luna all stood together but facing away from each other. They had no idea where Voldemort would appear so they had to have a complete view. When the time arrived and Voldemort didn't show, Harry thought they might just have to come up with another plan. Then ten minutes after the due time, he arrived. Neville turned to stand beside Hermione while Ron, Ginny and Luna stayed where they were to make sure no one snuck up behind them.

Voldemort and Bellatrix turned up along with Snape who they hadn't been expected. The one they did expect wasn't there. It made him curious why Rodolphus Lestrange wasn't there. He did wonder if maybe Voldemort took his anger out on Bella's husband or if the man said enough and left. Or Lestrange might be hiding somewhere to ambush them. Harry didn't think that was likely since Voldemort, Snape and Lestrange would know how many Harry had with him.

'Are you going to deal with Snape?' Hermione asked.

'Yes, the moment I put a bullet in Voldemort's head.'

'Good,' Hermione gave Harry a smile before she turned back to look at their enemies, 'He looks scared, you can see it,' Hermione said.

Harry grinned which seemed to frighten Voldemort even more, 'I wonder if I could make him piss himself.'

'It's not the time to play love. Tell you what, kill him quickly and I will make sure you are well and truly satisfied tonight.'

Harry instantly lifted his gun and fired. Bellatrix was quick, she cast a shield around Voldemort before she went to cast a spell at Harry. The bullet went straight through the shield and hit Voldemort between the eyes. Hermione chuckled then nodded to Neville who lifted his arm then fired off his first spell. Bellatrix wasn't watching, she was just about to kneel down at her master when Neville's reductor curse blew her head apart. Harry then stared at Snape, who actually looked scared. Harry could see Snape's wand shaking which made him smirk as he pulled the trigger. Snape fell next to his master.

'That was very anti-climatic mate.'

Harry laughed as he turned to face Ron, 'It was, wasn't it. But we got the result we wanted.'

'You did, well, we all did, but we were all wondering what you were waiting for then you just seemed to shoot him.'

'Harry was wondering if he could make Voldemort wet himself. But I told him it wasn't time to play,' Hermione said.

'You spoiled Harry's fun, shame on you Hermione,' Luna smirked as she joined the group making them all laugh.

'It's fine Luna, Hermione promised to give me some fun later.'

'Harry,' Hermione squeaked as she blushed brightly. All the friends who were standing around Harry laughed loudly. One by one the adults joined the group, including Dan and Emma who didn't end up having to do anything. Dan would have to make a quick trip to see the Prime Minister so he would know the danger was past, but for now he could make a quick phone call then work on a time to explain more and with more details. Remus offered to take Dan home so he could ring the Prime Minister then he could have a drink to celebrate with his daughter and soon to be son-in-law.

Amelia had to go straight to the ministry to tell Scrimgeour it was over and how the Queen and Prime Minister had given them the official go ahead to end Voldemort and his supporters. That was the only information she was going to pass on. Even though most will believe it was Harry, after he was heard on the WWN, but no one was going to confirm it, either way. Amelia said she would go to the Burrow later just to let everyone know if there was anything they needed to know. Amelia was not going to hide anything from these people, not after what they did for their world. She would eventually tell them what would have happened to all marked death eaters, she just didn't want to tell them now, which would spoil their fun. Amelia believed they, especially Harry, deserved to celebrate, so she was going to give them that.

Arthur invited everyone back to the Burrow, which made the twins yelled it's party time. So that's what everyone did, including the Grangers. They all headed to the Burrow to celebrate that Lord Voldemort and his last death eater was no more, including Snape.

Harry had called Dobby who with the help of Winky, began to buy everything they would need for a spur of the moment party. But the elves also got a few tents that way if any person found themselves too tired or too drunk, they had somewhere to stay.

There was plenty of food, plenty of butterbeers and plenty of alcohol. Even though Molly did not like anyone drinking, she decided to let the younger ones have a drink, if they wanted. She would make sure they all had a hangover potion waiting for them the following morning. Like many others, it was time to celebrate, and if that meant that the younger ones had a bit too much to drink, then Molly was going to let it go. She would take care of them in the morning.

By the time Amelia arrived at the Burrow, with the minister, the unspeakable, along with a few aurors, that included Mad-eye, the party was in full swing. Minerva had arrived with the staff of Hogwarts. But Albus Dumbledore arrived with them. He knew he would not be welcome, he just wanted to say thanks. He did not try to explain his actions, as he knew no one would want to hear it. So he thanked Harry, then everyone else before he sadly turned and left.

As the new group stared around they couldn't help smiling. Everyone was dancing, singing, drinking and just having fun. Harry Potter was in the middle of the crowd, dancing slowly with his girlfriend, Hermione Granger. Even though the music was upbeat, Harry and Hermione just held each other as they swayed.

Amelia had spoken to Kingsley and Alastor, in private about what the unspeakables said would happen once Voldemort was dead. They were both swore to secrecy. They didn't want anyone trying to come after Harry or his friends, since they were all involved with the death of Voldemort and his death eaters. It would eventually be announced that everyone that had a dark mark was found dead, then they would make it seem that Voldemort was drawing on their life force to remain alive, but eventually they all succumbed to death. That should keep Harry and everyone else protected.

The twins used their entire stock of fireworks but they knew they could make more. Tonight was to celebrate. Tomorrow they would begin their lives without the threat of death.

After a couple of hours of drinking and having fun, Harry dropped to his knee making not only Hermione gasps, but every person who was at the party. The music stopped, but so did the noise. Everyone just stood there and watched as Harry held out an open ring box with a huge diamond and emerald ring.

'I fell in love with you when I was thirteen years old, that love has only grown over the last few years. It might have taken me a while to recognise what I did feel for you was love, but I knew from then on you were the one for me. You are my life, you own my heart and soul. I would be nothing without you. Hermione Granger, would you do me the honour of becoming my wife? Marry me?'

'Yes,' Hermione whispered as she wiped the tears from her eyes, 'Yes, I will marry you Harry Potter.'

Harry grinned as he stood then took Hermione's left hand, he slid the ring onto her finger before kissing her hand then her lips.

Everyone who had been silent was now cheering. Hermione and Harry were hugged by the Grangers, Remus, Molly and Arthur. Then one by one everyone else congratulated the young couple. Harry, who had the house elves invite some of their friends to the party, asked Colin Creevy to take pictures, but he was also going to be their official photographer at the wedding. Those pictures would only be printed in the Quibbler, along with a statement from Harry and Hermione.

Once everyone finished congratulating the happy couple, the unspeakable who had turned up, spoke with Hermione and Harry before he vanished from sight. The minister offered to conduct the ceremony. Harry and Hermione agreed, but there would be no big ministry official gathering. The only other people that worked for the ministry that would be invited, were their friends, like Amelia Bones, Kingsley Shacklebolt, Tonks, Arthur, and even the unspeakables would be invited. This was going to be a wedding for family and friends, exactly how Harry and Hermione wanted it.

When Hermione began to speak with her mother about plans for the wedding, Harry stood at the side watching his soon-to-be wife. He could not stop grinning. Remus stood beside him, and like everyone else, he was relieved and happy for Harry. But to see the smile on Harry's face told everyone all they needed to know. The-boy-who-lived finally had what he always wanted, a family.

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