Not That Different
Chapter 11
The Reception

"All right ladies and gentlemen, let's get this started!" Lee Jordan yelled into the microphone, "Its time to announce the bridal party!"

Cheers and applause rang throughout the great hall as Lee started to read off the names.

"Ginny Weasley and Blaaaaaaiiise Zambini!"

Next George Weasley took the microphone "All right folks and next we have the ever gorgeous Lavender Brown, lookin' good sweetheart and Neville Looooongbottom you sexy stud!"

Laughter erupted from everyone, including Lavender and Neville as the introductions continued.

"And here is the sexy Parvati Patil and her escort Seamuuuuussss Finnigan, what a great pair!" Lee Jordan announced before the mic was once again swept away by George

"OH LOOK! It's Ickle Ronniekins and his GIRLFRIEND! Let's give it up for Ron Weasley and Luna Lovegood everyone!" George grinned at Ron who sported a look that very clearly said, "You come near me tonight, you are dead meat!" George managed a weak laugh.

"And the last of the party and coincidentally the LIFE of the party Harry Potter and Elizabeth Hunter! Boy would I like some of that! Just kidding Harry of course!" Lee managed before Harry got a chance to eat him alive.

"And finally the people you've all been waiting for, being introduced for only the second time- Mr. and Mrs. Draco Malfoy! Our lovely Hermione just looks dashing this evening doesn't she Lee?"

"Of course she does George when doesn't she?" Lee answered

"Never of course, but man, you just gotta love weddings!" George smiled, "Who else is hungry?"

"ME!" Ron exclaimed jumping up and down at the head table.

"We know you are Ron!" George stated, "well, everyone so Ronniekins…… Sorry mum won't happen again….. I mean Ron doesn't kill us all, lets all EAT!"

As he said this a magnificent feast appeared right before their eyes and everyone ate.

…. And ate…. And ate. Until finally Harry stood up and started to ding his glass with his fork.

Ron looked utterly bewildered, he leaned over to Neville and whispered "Barking Mad I tell you, I always knew that one was!"

Harry raised his eyebrow at Ron and kept clanging hoping someone would catch on.

Arthur Weasley then started banging on his glass trying to get others to join, "I saw it in a muggle movie once, come on everyone do it! Watch what the bride and groom will do!"

Draco quickly leaned over to Hermione, "what do we have to do?"

"Kiss" Hermione answered simply smiling

"That," Draco started, "Is a muggle tradition I think I CAN handle!" Hermione rolled her eyes and as soon as the banging got loud enough she leaned in and gave Draco a kiss. The hall cheered and catcalled louder than ever before with Harry laughing happily at Draco's side.

Suddenly Harry stood up and clanged his glass once more to get everyone's attention.

"It's time to start the speeches," Harry started, "and I guess I'll go first."

He paused and took a drink of water before he continued.

"Draco, I can't say that I wasn't surprised when you asked me to be your best man, I was defiantly floored but excited none-the-less. Even though we weren't the best of friends during our Hogwarts days, you still managed to find it in your heart to join our side of the final battle and It was there that you saved many lives, including Hermione's and my own. I can never repay you for that, and I am eternally grateful. The truth is that I could never have defeated Voldemort like I did without your help. I don't know why you chose to help your enemy but it changed the way I would think of you in the days to come. It was because of that battle that I gave you a chance and you came through to show us that you could be our friend, if we let you, and I am so happy that we did. When you told me you were going to purpose I was so happy for you both, Hermione you could never have found a better man than you did and there is no other man on earth that I would trust to take care of my sister. I know you two will live a long and happy life together, and I thank God that Draco was there in that final battle to make sure I would be a part of that life and so that I would be able to watch you two make a family and grow old together. And that I may grow old with you, with Elizabeth at my side. Hopefully one day our children will become friends and will endure similar adventures to that of our own at Hogwarts. You two were made for each other and I congratulate you both. Hermione you look gorgeous tonight and Draco you are looking as handsome as ever if I do say so myself. Congrats again and many happy times ahead!"

He cleared his throat and raised his glass, "To Hermione and Draco."

The rest of the hall echoed back, "Hermione and Draco." And they all drank as Elizabeth stood up.

"Hermione, and Draco," she began looking down at the bride and groom who had tears in their eyes from Harry's speech, "I never knew you two in Hogwarts but I'm guessing it wasn't pretty, (she paused for some laughter around the hall) but I did know Hermione after Hogwarts and before she found Draco and she was a wreck in her love life. Sure, she dated around with different people but she was never happy and I knew this from the beginning. One day she came into work and told me that no matter how hard she tries she just can't get Draco off her mind and then she proceeded to tell me her and Draco's entire life story beginning with the first time he called her a mudblood and ending with the train station after seventh year. I listened patiently waiting for her to finish before I told her to find Draco because it seemed to me she was in love with him. It took her awhile but one day it finally clicked and she went and found her prince who was waiting for her with open arms. She was the happiest that I have ever seen her when she was with Draco and now nothing can ever take that away. You two have shown me so much about love, I once was afraid to love but then I saw you two and now I'm not anymore. Hermione, If it weren't for you I wouldn't have met the best guy in the world who is now going to be my fiancé. I owe you two so much and I am so excited that I am going to be able to watch you and your children grow and to watch your love blossom even more. I love both of you and I wish you the best in the years to come.

To Hermione and Draco"

Hermione looked up at Liz with tears in her eyes before standing and giving her and Harry hugs while whispering in their ear, "thank you so much, I love you"

Everyone around the hall continued eating until George stood up and announced "its time to cut the cake!"

Everyone gathered around the cake table while Hermione and Draco used the knives to cut the cake. Draco picked up a small piece and carefully put it into Hermione's mouth before taking a little icing and placing it on her nose. Hermione laughed and did the same, the couple smiled as they leaned in and kissed the icing off of each other noses before proceeding to kiss each other.

Then the dancing began and Draco pulled Hermione out on the dance floor to dance their first dance together as a couple. The notes sounded and Hermione immediately recognized the song it was "Everything I Do I Do It For You" by Bryan Adams.

While they were dancing Draco leaned forward and whispered in her ear along with the song:

"Look into Your Heart, you will find
There is nothing left to hide
Take me as I am
Take my life
I would give it all, I would sacrifice
Don't tell me it's not worth fighting for
I can't help it there's nothing I want more
You know its true, everything I do, I do it for you

Hermione had tears in her eyes as he kissed her temple before he continued to whisper the words of the song in her ear,

I'd fight for you
I'd lie for you
Walk the wire for you
Yeah, I'd die for you
You know it's true
Everything I Do, I do it for you."

The song then continued for a few measures before the last notes played and Draco leaned down and captured her lips in his own before he reached up to wipe her tears away. "You're beautiful" she smiled before saying "I love you Draco Malfoy"

Draco smiled and whispered back, "And I love You Hermione Malfoy."

Soon everyone was on the dance floor and they were all having the time of their life. The bouquet had been thrown and a very embarrassed Luna caught it. Hermione could not believe the guys who turned up to try and catch the garter. But wouldn't you know it, the one and only Harry Potter came up with the garter.

Everyone laughed as he did his victory dance before giving Hermione a hug. And the party raged on. Far into the night, dancing, and drinking a lot. Until everyone had filtered out but the bridal party, who were still partying strong.

The Bridal Party continued to party until about 5 o' clock in the morning and then they finally headed to bed, tired and exhausted of the day's events.

A special suite had been set up for Hermione and Draco so they could have their, "alone time." They arrived at the portrait and Draco sweeped Hermione up into his arms and carried her into the room. He set her down and kissed her, as they then proceeded to make love for the first time. (Hermione wanted to wait until marriage)

It was a magical night for everyone, and they were all asleep except for one other couple.

Liz and Harry were walking along the lake and they sat down in the very spot Harry had proposed to her. She leaned against his chest and he wrapped his arms around her as he leaned against the rock.

"Elizabeth you are so beautiful and I can't wait until I make you my wife, I love you so much "

Elizabeth smiled, "I love you too Harry,"

They both closed their eyes and ended up sleeping there by the lake for the night.

It was a great day for everyone involved and the party would continue once they all woke up. But for now it was time to sleep.

A/N: THERE! Next Chapter up! I hope you all enjoy it! Thanks to all my reviewers! PLEASE REVIEW! Thanks again!