'The Wedding'

A/N: Okay peoples here is the final chapter! But never fear this is not the total end of the story! After this is the Epilogue that I will upload quicker than I intend to if you out there want to read it. I really have enjoyed writing this peice and I'm sad that it's coming to a close. This story really has been my baby! I really want to write another HP fan fic but I'm not sure which ship to sail in. I like canon and have thought about writing a Ron/Hermione fic or writing the stories of how Neville and Hannah got together...what do you reckon? Email me or leave suggestions in a review if you have any ideas because at this point I have to say my head is like a Hogwarts students after the Summer holidays 'Bare and full of air dead flies and bits of fluff'...LOL



The song lyrics in this chappie will credited at the end in a second A/N.



Anyway enjoy this chapter I really had fun writing it!




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Harry was pulled back to consciousness by the feel of Teddy patting his cheek.



He slowly opened his eyes to see the small child peering down at him his acid green eyes alive with excitement.



‘C’mon Hawwy time to get up!’ He piped ‘Uncle Ron and Uncle Seamus told me to tell you to move your magical bum!’



Harry chuckled as he pushed his glasses onto his face.



‘Well you tell Uncle Ron and Uncle Seamus that I am the groom I can stay in bed as long as I like and if they don’t like it they can step barefoot in fresh Hippogriff dung’ He said with a grin.



Teddy’s hair turned blue and his eyes widened like saucers.

‘I can’t say that it’s ruuuuuuuude!’ He exclaimed ‘Nanna would hex me if I said that!’



‘I know so let’s just keep it a secret between us and not let her know eh?’ Harry said with a grin.



Teddy giggled shrilly.

‘Awww okay’ He said ‘But come on downstairs Uncle Ron cooked bacon and eggs and didn’t burn them!’



Harry let out a great snort of laughter.

‘Okay I’ll be down in a minute’ He said ‘Go downstairs and tell everyone I won’t be long’



‘Okay!’



Teddy bounced out of the room and Harry walked into the ensuite. And as he got ready to have a shower the realization hit him and a nervous excitement swooped his stomach.



Today was the day he and Ginny would get married.



As tradition dictated the future Mrs Potter had refrained from seeing the groom for a day before the ceremony and was at the Burrow with Hermione, Luna, Angelina and Myra her friend from St Mungos to prepare for the ceremony which was due to commence in six hours at three PM. Harry had remained at the Manor with Ron, Dean, Seamus and Neville to prepare himself. Out the corner of his sleep ridden eyes through the ensuite door Harry could see his wedding robes (A black pinstripe three piece suit and robe, snow white shirt, Gryffindor House cufflinks and gold and maroon cravat) hung on the back of the master bedroom door.



Noises from downstairs roused Harry further and he quickened. Rubbing his face he stepped into the shower quickly washed his hair then dressed and shaved then made his way downstairs where Seamus, Ron, Neville, Dean and Teddy were gathered.



‘Oh the groom is alive’ Seamus declared ‘We thought you were going to stay in bed all day’



‘Not with all the noise you lot are making I’m not’ Harry said yawning widely ‘I reckon the whole of Hogsmeade would’ve been able to hear you’



‘Oh bull’



‘Been sick yet?’ Neville asked enjoying the fact it was Harry turn to endure a nervous gut.



‘Nah not yet but I am feeling a bit wonky’ Harry said rubbing the sleep from his eyes.



‘Don’t worry Harry there’s plenty of time for you to upchuck’ Ron said with a grin levitating a plate of bacon, eggs and toast over to him ‘Are you up to breakfast? I’d eat now or you’re going to be starving by the time the reception rolls around’



‘You sound like a mother hen’ Dean joked.



Everyone laughed as Ron blushed a respectable shade of pink.



‘Nah I’m not’ He replied ‘I don’t give a shit wether Harry eats or not it’s just Mum flooed me last night and made me promise her I would get Harry to eat something, I don’t want to cop an earful so at least pretend to be interested Harry’



Harry went to protest then realizing Mrs Weasley was only looking out for him piled eggs, bacon and toast onto his plate and began eating.



‘Anyone heard from the girls?’ He asked idly a few minutes later.



‘Yeah an Owl arrived about half an hour ago’ Ron said ‘So far everything’s fine at the Burrow. The Marquee and food are prepared and Mum says Hermione and Myra are tying to prevent Gin from losing her head’



‘So Harry it’s not just you’ Neville said with a grin.



‘Who said I’m losing my head?’



‘You will eventually, trust me’ Neville said ‘I was quite level headed in the days leading up to when Hannah and I got married but the morning of the ceremony is when I started to feel my stomach, remember how I looked when you and Ron arrived at the Manor? I’d thrown up three times before you arrived’



‘Thanks Neville that really makes me feel a whole lot better’ Harry said dryly ‘I know Gin has some potion in the lab that will help settle my guts should I need it’



‘You will’ Came the collective reply.



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Harry passed the rest of the morning wandering aimlessly around the Manor and walking energetically around the boundaries of the property to distract himself and trying to suppress the urge to vomit. He finally came back inside the Manor at half past one to get ready.



‘Where the hell have you been?’ Ron exclaimed greeting Harry at the back door already dressed in his smart robes as Harry stood in the open door hexing the mud and grass off his boots.



‘Walking around the boundary trying not to spew’ Harry said pocketing his wand.



‘And have you managed that?’



‘No I fertilised the patch of Parisian Orange Bushes four times’



‘Take some of the Anti-Nausea Potion I put up in your room’ Ron said ‘That ought to help, but you better hurry up Mum flooed half an hour ago and says she wants us all to be at the Burrow at quarter past two, and you know Mum no arguing’



‘Fuck that only gives me forty five minutes to get ready!’ Harry exclaimed ‘Meet you and the lads down here’



‘Righto’



Harry apparated upstairs and in a rush began galloping down the homestretch that led to the ultimate goal...



Saying ‘I do’



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Exactly forty five minutes later Harry came down the stairs to see Ron, Neville, Seamus Dean and Teddy doled up to the nines in their dress robes waiting for him.



‘Your hair!’ Dean exclaimed staring at Harry’s hair which contrary to usual was now lying stylishly upon his head slicked on the sides and styled in spikes on the top.



‘I used the one and only glamour charm I know and added ‘Maxima’ to it’ Harry said straightening his travelling cloak then patting his hair ‘Does it look alright?’



‘Yeah so much so Ginny’ll want to shag you right after the ‘I do’s’ in front of all the guests’ Seamus said with a grin.



‘Yeah yeah right you are Seamus good one mate’ Harry said dryly ‘Lets go eh?’



Teddy grasped Harry’s hand and with a crack the pair disapparated appearing a moment later in a small marquee at the Burrow behind the main marquee where the ceremony would be held. In the tent was a small table surrounded by six chairs. A bowl of mints and a jug of water and goblets rested upon the table which was covered with an elegant white tablecloth. The crack of their apparition had obviously drawn some attention and George dressed in an elegant three piece navy suit and dress robes stuck his head though the flaps dividing them from the main marquee.



‘Ah you’re here!’ He announced ‘Things are okay with you lot then?’



‘Yeah with us it is but Harry’s lost his guts a couple of times’ Ron said with a laugh as Harry feeling the enormity of the situation flopped down in one of the seats ‘Ted threw up less on the way to Oliver and Alicia’s wedding’



Harry felt too ill to respond but managed to muster up the energy to shoot Ron a scowl.



‘Taken any anti upchuck potion Harry?’ George asked in what he thought was a jovial tone.



Harry with his forehead resting on his forearms gave one huge heave (That caused him to bend over double) and he vomited spectacularly on the grass.



‘Obviously not’ George said as Seamus, Dean, Ron, Neville and Teddy leapt out of the way of the pool of sick ‘I’ll go and get some. Teddy you come with me Nanna Molly needs you in the house’



‘Okay!’



George departed with Teddy and a few minutes later Mrs Weasley rushed into the tent a bottle of Anti-Nausea Draught in her grasp.



‘Harry dear are you alright?’ She exclaimed in concern.



Harry looked up his face a distinct shade of grey.

‘Yeah’ He said ‘I’m fine ‘Just dandy I couldn’t be more spiffing. In fact I was any more spiffing I’d have to be committed to the loony bin ward at St Mungo’s’



Ron, Dean, Seamus and Neville fell about laughing.



‘Drink this’ Mrs Weasley said firmly but kindly pushing the bottle of potion into his hands ‘I will not have you spoil your day by retching between your vows’



Harry uncorked the bottle and took several deep swigs. It was as cold as ice but the effects were instantaneous and the feeling of wooziness slowly left him.



‘Ah that’s better’ He said sitting up in his chair ‘How does she look Molly?’



Mrs Weasley’s eyes filled with happy tears.

‘Beautiful just beautiful dear’ She said conjuring a hanky out of thin air and dabbing at her eyes ‘I’ve never seen her looking so radiant, you’ll think so too when you see her I guarantee it’



‘Is he going to be a blubbering mess?’ Seamus asked Mrs Weasley with a grin as he popped a mint into his mouth ‘That’s the last thing we need’



‘Oh you behave’ Mrs Weasley said with a watery chuckle.



Harry laughed.

‘Thanks mate I needed that’ He said draining the last of the Anti-Nausea Draught ‘I need to be distracted at least until the ceremony’s due to begin’



‘Well I’ll leave Dean, Seamus, Neville and Ron to distract you while I get back to the house’ Mrs Weasley said getting to her feet ‘See you soon only half an hour to go’



‘Thanks Molly’



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As the time for the commencement of the ceremony drew nearer Harry’s mood went from nervous to outright excited. More than once he wanted to storm up the aisle march into the house and get the Ministry Wizarding Marriage Licensing Department celebrant to marry Ginny and him in the kitchen but it wasn’t until Ron and Neville threatened to put the full body bind on him did he flop onto a seat and tap his foot impatiently.



‘How about we play a game of charades?’ Seamus suggested brightly.



‘NO!’



At five to three Harry along with Ron, Neville, Seamus and Dean made their way out into the main marquee. The guests applauded Harry and he acknowledged them with a small wave as the string ensemble hired for the ceremony struck up a soft romantic melody.



‘Ta ra ra boom de aye my knickers flew away I found them on the motorway’ Harry sung under his breath.



Ron sniggered.

‘Ninety nine bottles of Butterbeer on the wall ninety nine bottles of Butterbeer you take one down and pass it around there’ll be ninety eight bottles of Butterbeer on the wa...’ He began under his breath.



Harry, Neville, Dean and Seamus got down to seventy five bottles of Butterbeer on the wall when the bridal party emerged from the house.



‘Here it goes’ Harry said drawing himself up.



The bridal party formed themselves into single file headed by Victoire, Bill and Fleur daughter. The string ensemble took their cue and began ‘Pachabel’s canon in D major' Victoire started off down the aisle scattering white and yellow rose petals as she went. Behind her was Teddy looking ever so cute in a miniature version of Harry’s robes and clutching a maroon velvet pouch tied with gold thread. Inside in their boxes were the wedding bands. Behind Teddy was Angelina who wore a floaty strapless grecian style maroon gown. She clutched a small bouquet of red and white roses and today she had worn her hair long. After Angelina came Myra and Luna wearing the same dress and carrying the same bouquet of flowers also with their hair down. A few feet behind them was Hermione like the others she wore a grecian style gown and clutched an identical rose bouquet her waist length chestnut hair shining in the mid afternoon sun. Harry heard Ron gasp in awe as Hermione made her way toward them.



‘Oh I am so going to shag my arse off tonight’ He said under his breath.



Harry suppressed a laugh and kept an eye out for Ginny. When Hermione reached the altar the string ensemble stuck up ‘Here Comes The Bride’. All the guests got to their feet and gasped as Ginny appeared at the head of the aisle on the arm of Mr Weasley who was resplendent in a three piece royal blue suit and dress robes and silver cravat. His eyes were shining with proud tears as he prepared to give away his only daughter.



Ginny was a picture of beauty and positively glowed. She wore a floor length strapless gown with a great billowing skirt. On the edge of the corseted bodice and the hem of the skirt were intricate spiral patterns stitched in the finest gold thread, behind her trailed a long fine lace and satin train embroidered with the same gold spirals that adorned the skirt and bodice. A veil so delicate it seemed to be made out of the finest spider’s web fell from her head. Her blood red hair was swept up in an elegant but unusually patterned braid was held in place by the Weasley family goblin made tiara. The very sight of Harry’s soon to be wife took his breath away and made him weak at the knees.



‘You’re a lucky bastard Harry she looks gorgeous’ Seamus hissed as Ginny and Mr Weasley made their way down the aisle.



‘Lavender will look gorgeous too on the day if you ever get off your arse and propose to her too’ Ron said to Seamus.



‘Who’s talking now? It’s about time you got off your arse and proposed to Hermione’ Seamus said ‘People think you need to get off your arse more than I do’



‘He’s got you there mate’ Harry said.



‘Ha ha’



As the last strains of ‘Here Comes the Bride’ died out Ginny and Mr Weasley arrived at the altar. Mr Weasley kissed his daughter on the cheek and cuffed Harry on the shoulder. He then took a seat in the front row next to Mrs Weasley. Harry laced his fingers through Ginny’s hand as Ginny gave Hermione her bouquet.



‘Ladies ad Gentlemen welcome, welcome to this happy day’ The celebrant declared ‘Today we are gathered here to join the souls of Harry James Potter and Ginevra Molly Weasley in forever matrimony. The joining of two people in this commitment must not be taken lightly and Harry and Ginevra have promised to give themselves to each other totally in front of all their friends and family to demonstrate their love for each other. To begin proceedings I must ask who giveth this woman to be wed?’



Mr Weasley raised his hand.

‘I-I-I...Do’ He said his voice wavering with barely contained emotion.



‘Wonderful wonderful! Now today Harry and Ginevra have chosen to speak vows of their own composition to each other in place of the usual generic vows, could I please have the rings?’



Ron handed the celebrant the maroon pouch and with a tap from his wand the celebrant untied the threads keeping the rings secure. He pulled out the box containing Ginny’s ring and gave it to Harry.



‘Harry slide the ring on Ginevra’s finger up to the knuckle and begin’ He said.



Harry pocketed the ring box and slid the wedding band on Ginny’s left finger stopping it just short of her knuckle. He then took a deep breath and began a huge lump forming in the back of his throat.



‘Ginny, as the muggle poet Rilke said, 'This is the miracle that happens every time to those who really love. The more they give, the more they possess' You are the most generous, loving, unselfish person I know. I fell in love with you that moment in my sixth year when we kissed in the Gryffindor common room after the quidditch cup final. I feel so fortunate that you have chosen to share your love with me, and that I get to grow old next to you. The following muggle song lyrics I found say exactly how I feel about you and the commitment I make to you:



I don't want another pretty face

I don't just anyone to hold

I don't want my love to go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul

You're the one I wanna chase

You're the one I wanna hold

I won't let another minute go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul



I know that you are someone special

To you, I'd be, always faithful

I want to be what you've always needed

Then I hope you'll see the heart in me



I don't want another pretty face

I don't just anyone to hold

I don't want my love to go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul

You're the one I wanna chase

You're the one I wanna hold

I won't let another minute go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul

Your beautiful soul

Yeah



You might need time to think it over

But I'm just fine movin' forward

I'll ease your mind

If you give me the chance, I'll never make you cry

Come on, let's try



I don't want another pretty face

I don't just anyone to hold

I don't want my love to go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul

You're the one I wanna chase

You're the one I wanna hold

I won't let another minute go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul



Am I crazy for wanting you?

Baby do you think you could want me too?

I don't wanna waste your time

Do you see things the way I do?

I just wanna know that you really do

There is nothin' left to hide



I don't want another pretty face

I don't just anyone to hold

I don't want my love to go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul

You're the one I wanna chase

You're the one I wanna hold

I won't let another minute go to waste

I want you and your soul

I don't want another pretty face

I don't just anyone to hold

I don't want my love to go to waste

I want you and your beautiful soul

Your beautiful soul yeah

Your beautiful soul

Yeah

Beautiful soul



Ginny, today with all of my soul I choose you for my wife with this ring I promise to love you, honour you, care for you, and be faithful to you, from this day forward and for the rest of our lives’



Harry slid the simple god band over Ginny’s knuckle then squeezed her hand gently. Several loud sniffs, blowing noses and even an audible ‘Oh that wasso romantic’ could be heard from the gathered guests.



The celebrant who seemed visibly affected by the romanticism of Harry’s words took a deep breath and held up the pouch that held Harry’s ring



‘Ginevra if you could please take Harry’s ring slide it up his knuckle and recite your vows’ He said is a constricted tone.



Ginny retrieved Harry’s ring from its box and slid it up his left ring finger stopping short of the knuckle.



‘Harry I have fancied you for as long as I can remember. First it was the legend then eventually the person. That day in the Gryffindor common room to me was a lifetime’s worth of dreams coming true. The year you were away fighting to bring down Voldemort was extraordinarily hard for me but looking back it intensified my feelings for you. Harry you are my best friend my one true love, the one I want to spend the rest of my life with, in the preparations for today I found this poem that in every way describes what you mean to me how I feel abut you and what I want our lives together to be like...



Cherished are the memories that

Brought us to this day,

For yesterday, was just a dream ...

A wish to contemplate.



A fantasy where in my mind,

A fleeting glimpse I'd see ...

A vision of the true desires

I longed for endlessly.



And when I dreamed, I did not know

The love I'd feel today;

The height of my true feelings,

And the depths they would portray.



And if I had one wish today,

A simple wish t'would be ...

Is that the love we feel this moment,

Lasts eternally.



Reality has merged now

As you stand here by my side;

And as I join your hand in mine,

My heart does fill with pride.



For as I pledge my love to you,

I see in many ways,

Reflections of my love for you

Are mirrored in your gaze.



And by our presence here today,

And for the love we share,

I thank you for our yesterdays

That brought us to be here.



But more than this, I vow to you,

My wishes yet to come ...

Tomorrow's dreams and fantasies,

This day that we are one.



Tomorrow's an adventure

That we'll share together now;

Our future's intertwined forever,

Through this holy vow.



I promise to remember

In the future years and days,

The love I feel for you this moment ...

Dreams fulfilled today.



For in the coming years as we

Move on, and reminisce,

Back to the day I stood with you

And promised with a kiss ...



That blessed are the days that

I have looked into your eyes,

And felt the warmth and love reflect,

The essence of our lives.



Yesterday we dreamed of what might be;

Today we validate our love;

And tomorrow we will cherish the life

We have shared as one.



‘Today, I take you to be my husband I promise you here and now in front of our family and friends that I will be faithful, worthy of your trust and worthy of your love I vow to honour you, cherish you, love you, respect you, laugh with you, cry with you, support you in your goals and as long as the sun rises in the morning and goes down at night I am yours and you are mine’



Suddenly a swirl of magical gold mist surrounded Harry and Ginny as their union was sealed. The celebrant held out his arms and with a grin spoke.



‘Ladies and Gentlemen boys and girls the union between Harry James Potter and Ginevra Molly Weasley has been affirmed, Harry you may kiss your bride’



As the gathered guests burst into loud and enthusiastic applause Harry slowly lifted up Ginny’s veil and looked at her with the same blazing intensity she had given him all those years ago in the Gryffindor common room. With happy tears finally spilling over onto his cheeks he cupped her head in his hands and gently brought his lips down on hers. Ginny placed her hands on his hips and returned the kiss.



Harry pushed his tongue against Ginny’s lips and she opened her mouth inviting him in. They’re tongues danced together as their first kiss as a married couple went on.



For a full minute Harry and Ginny kiss totally oblivious to the guests who led on by Seamus cheering, whistling and catcalling. They then pulled apart then faced the guests their fingers entwined in each others.



‘Ladies and Gentlemen I present to you Mr and Mrs Harry Potter!’



A fresh wave of cheers rose from the crowd as Harry and Ginny newly married and arm in arm walked down the aisle and down to the bottom of the Burrow’s garden where they would mingle with the guests before apparating to the Manor to have the wedding photographs taken.



‘Congratulations you two that was quite possibly the most romantic thing I have ever witnessed’ Hermione said hugging them both ‘No scratch that...it was the most romantic thing I have ever witnessed’



‘Mione my bit wouldn’t have been that romantic had I not had your help’ Harry said blushing slightly at Hermione’s praise.



‘Oh Harry I only gave you ideas of where to look for inspiration, I didn’t do that much’ Hermione said modestly ‘I didn’t get you the lyrics to Beautiful Soul or write your other vows you did it all on your own’



‘Well thanks anyway’



Mr and Mrs Weasley were next to approach the newly married couple. Mrs Weasley threw her arms around Harry her rosy cheeks streaked with tears.



‘That was beautiful Harry’ She said in a wavery voice ‘I..I..’



But what Mrs Weasley was going to say next was lost as she burst into a fresh wave of tears. Mr Weasley patted his wife’s shoulder then hugged his daughter and shook his new son in law’s hand.



'Congratulations you two’ He said his voice threatening to break ‘That was a very beautiful ceremony, weddings for years to come will be compared to the one I’ve just witnessed’



‘Oh come on Dad that’s going a bit far’ Ginny said rolling her eyes.



‘No honey it was a truly beautiful ceremony’ Mr Weasley said in earnest. ‘I haven’t felt a couple was meant to be together as much as you two since before your mother and I got married all those years ago. It was beautiful beyond being romantic’



‘Thanks Dad’



Harry and Ginny spent an hour mingling with the guests at the Burrow then with Ron, Seamus, Dean, Neville, Hermione, Angelina, Luna, Myra, Victoire, Teddy, Mr and Mrs Weasley, Bill, Charlie, Percy, George, Dennis and Cho apparated to the Manor for the taking of the wedding photos. Harry and Ginny had picked a Jasmine arch Hermione had planted to the entrance of the herb garden for the setting of the photos.



‘Okay I’ll do the bride and groom first’ Dennis said after setting up his tripod ‘Harry and Ginny if I could get you under the arbour we’ll get things started’



Harry and Ginny went under the arbour and with a bit of help from Hermione Ginny fanned out her train and posed. But just before Dennis pressed the shutter button Harry claimed Ginny’s lips with his in a surprise last minute show of affection.



‘You bugger you could’ve given me some warning!’ Ginny exclaimed with a grin.



Harry kissed his wife again. Ginny sank into the kiss and Dennis snapped away getting several photos of the happy couple in their post ceremony euphoria.



‘Okay that’ll do for the bride and groom for now’ Dennis said after fifteen minutes ‘Can I have the bride, bridesmaids and flower girl next?



Myra, Angelina, Luna, Hermione and Victoire joined Ginny under the arbour while the men stood back and watched the photos being taken. Ron amused Teddy by making his Patronus a Jack Russell Terrier race around the yard.



The taking of the photos inside and outside of the Manor took nearly two hours then Dennis called the bridal party together for one last picture.



‘Okay just one more everyone!’ He called changing a filter in one of his cameras ‘I want the entire bridal party together now but Harry could I have two spaces between you and Ron?’



‘What for?’



Dennis grinned.

‘It’s going to be a surprise’ He said ‘Just something I want to try when I develop the photos. You’ll see when you get the photos after the honeymoon’



‘You’re not playing funny buggers?’



Dennis pretended to be hurt.

‘I’m hurt you think so little of me Harry’ He said with a grin ‘Seriously though you’ll like what I’m doing with this particular photo’



‘Okay then’



Finally after the photo was taken everyone was ready to apparate back to the burrow. Ron who was emceeing the reception pulled Harry and Ginny aside.



‘Okay remember wait thirty seconds before apparating then everyone’ll be ready for when you arrive’ He said ‘Got it?’



‘Got it’



Everyone disapparated, leaving Harry and Ginny alone.



‘How’s that?’ Harry said to Ginny dropping kisses on her eyelids ‘We’re married! There were times I never thought it’d happen’



‘Same here’ Ginny said ‘Now we can concentrate on making babies’



Harry’s emerald eyes sparkled.

‘Yeah I WILL be looking forward to that’ He said ‘How about we start now? Or bedroom is upstairs only a quick apparition away’



Ginny laughed.

‘Oh you are terrible!’ She exclaimed ‘We can’t do it now! We have our reception to go to! And when we do it for the first time as a married couple I want it to take all night not in thirty seconds. That is not very romantic’



‘Ooooh all night that does sound enticing’ Harry said kissing Ginny on the neck and pulling her close to him ‘Cheeky little minx you are Mrs Potter I’m going to have to keep a close eye on you I can tell’



‘Well you can keep a close eye on me later tonight’ Ginny said ‘C’mon lets get to our reception I want to sing, dance and eat all night’



‘Yes ma’am’



They laced fingers again and with a crack disapparated.



Ron met them by the back door of the Burrow.

‘Great you two ready?’ He said with a grin.



‘Just a second’ Ginny said carefully removing her train and long veil and shrinking them with her wand ‘Can you put this inside? I can’t dance with twenty feet of satin hanging off me’



‘Sure’



Ron disappeared inside with the train and returned a second later.

‘Okay I’m going to start by introducing you to everyone then the band will play you onto the dance floor’ He said ‘Then your song will start and you’ll dance got that?’



‘Yup lets get this thing going’ Harry said squeezing Ginny’s hand.



Ron walked down the path that led to the dance floor and pressed his wand to his throat casting the Amplification Charm on himself. He cleared his throat and in doing so drew the attention of all the guests gathered.



‘LADIES AND GENTLEMEN NOW IS THE TIME TO FORMALLY INTRODUCE THE HAPPY COUPLE TO YOU WOULD YOU PLEASE WELCOME ONTO THE FLOOR HARRY AND GINNY POTTEEEEEEEEER



All the guests leapt to their feet and began cheering wildly as the band (The Weird Sisters) began the chorus of ‘Beautiful Day’ by U2. Harry and Ginny hand in hand walked forward acknowledging the applause. They then waited in the centre of the dance floor waiting for their first dance song ‘A Moment Like This’ to start. All the dance lessons Ginny had dragged Harry to in the weeks leading up to the wedding came flooding back to him and as the opening strains of the music began he found his feet moving in perfect time with the music.



At the bridal party table all the women were crying at the love Harry and Ginny exuded. Hermione had her head on Ron’s shoulder and happy tears were streaming down her face. Had it not been for the glamour charms holding on their make up all four women would look like a quartet of evil clowns.



‘Oh it should be illegal to be this romantic!’ Angelina hissed dabbing at her eyes with a hanky ‘Damn those two for being so in love’



‘I agree totally’ Luna said dreamily.



‘We weren’t that romantic?’ George said to Angelina in jest from beside her an eyebrow raised.



‘George for a thousand years to come no one will have a wedding as good and romantic as Harry and Ginny’ Katie added ‘I have never met a couple so meant for each other than Harry and Ginny. Even you have to admit that’



‘Yeah I suppose so’ George said as Harry and Ginny swept by ‘What about you and Malfoy K Bell? You two seem pretty cosy’



‘George we’ve only been dating six weeks’ Katie said ‘Marriage if it happens at all is a loooong way off. Neither of us is thinking about it at the moment’



‘Nah I suppose so...you can just have fun shagging in the meantime’



Angelina slapped his leg.

‘George Weasley you are entirely too concerned with other people’s sex lives’ She hissed ‘It’s none of your business what Katie and Draco get up to’



‘I’m not looking for details I just like to know everyone’s sex life is as active and healthy as mine is’ George said with a wide grin kissing Angelina’s ear.



‘I’m not going to dignify that with a answer it’s rude to hex in front of the happy couple’ Angelina said with a roll of her eyes as Harry swung Ginny off her feet in a circle causing her skirt to billow out.



As the last strains of the song died out Harry once again cupped Ginny’s head in his hands and kissed her deeply on the lips. All the guests once again leapt to their feet as Ginny and Harry left the dance floor and made their way to the bridal table.



‘You two should be arrested for being so fucking perfect’ Angelina said to Harry ‘That was beautiful’



Harry blushed a brilliant shade of scarlet.

‘Thanks Ange’ He said taking his seat as once again Ron got to his feet ‘It’s our own brand and we wanted all out family and friends to witness it’



‘Well it’ll have people talking for ages’ Angelina said ‘I hear the Prophet is bringing out a special edition separate from the regular one just to cover your nuptials’



‘They are? Who told you that?’



‘Cho a few minutes ago before you and Ginny apparated back from the Manor. Apparently it’s going to be a mainly pictorial issue with just her, Dennis, Louise the entertainment correspondent and Amy the fashion reporter writing articles. Amy is going to write the articles on Ginny’s gown and the bridesmaid’s dresses as well as the robes you and the lads are wearing, Louise is going to write about the music and Cho is going to write about the guest list and the menu. I think you and Ginny did well to invite them they’ll do a good job reporting the whole event’



‘Hell I just thought there were going to be a few pictures and the odd article not a whole special edition'



‘Oh Harry sometimes you can be as thick as two short planks’ Hermione said weighing into the conversation ‘You and Ginny getting married is the biggest story since the end of the war even I think it warrants a special edition of the Prophet and you know I don’t have a lot of time for the paper...well Rita Skeeter anyway the rest of the staff are alright’



Ron cleared his throat and the guests quietened down their attention focused on him.



‘Good Evening. My name is Ron, and on behalf of Harry and Ginny, I would like to thank you for attending this magical event today! I have the double honour of acting as both emcee and Best Man tonight, and am thrilled that I am with these two wonderful people as they begin this new chapter in their lives.



This is an especially eventful day because it finally offers Harry and Ginny each their chance at happiness. What a wonderful day of hope and joy, peace and contentment! Harry and Ginny have each walked many miles to be here together today and this wedding is a joy to behold. I can speak for everyone in this room, when I say we all wish you the happiness that you deserve. We are so glad that you have found one another, and this day is a reminder that the best is yet to come. Each of you has worked hard to get here today, and when life handed you difficulties, it did not make you bitter, it made you better. Your marriage to each other is a true triumph of hope over tragedy. It’s been said that if marriage is to be a success, one should begin by marrying the right person. It’s obvious that each of you is indeed marrying the right person today.



Ginny and Harry met twelve years ago here at the Burrow in the summer of 1992. These two wonderful people, who know how to amongst other things heal the sick and injured and fight the dark arts like no one else I know, are blessed to know that like anything that is going to last a long time must be built on a good foundation. Keeping these rules in mind, it is already clear that the foundation Ginny and Harry have created for their life together is sturdy, and will withstand all the storms and sunny days ahead. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a couple who compliment each other as much as these two do. Harry is an intelligent, soft-spoken and witty man. He is very well respected in our world, and he’s just a generally all round nice guy, too.



Ginny is my baby sister who makes the lives of everyone who crosses her path just that little bit better whether it’s in a personal or professional capacity her family and friends will attest to that. I enjoy watching Ginny and Harry challenge each other to continuously be better. They are very supportive of each other case in being Harry’s recent decision to switch careers from an Auror to a teacher. While we all agreed that Harry would be the perfect man for the D.A.D.A job it was Ginny who finally convinced him he alone was the perfect person to teach something we all hold dear...Defence Against the Dark Arts.

They are two people with a wonderful amount of synergy and they are a joy to know an opinion I’m sure all gathered here would agree on. They say that there is no surprise as magical as finding your life’s mate whether it be early or later in life. You two must feel the magic, because it seems as if your happiness emanates from you on this very magical day! I really feel that I would be remiss if I did not just give you a couple of pieces of advice. Primarily, though, Harry, these are directed at you.



Never go to bed angry...always stay up and argue.

Always remember the three little words...'You're right dear'

Keep the lid down, and

The best way to remember your anniversary is to forget it once.



Let’s raise our glasses as we toast this couple

May you both live as long as you want,

And never want as long as you live.



To Harry and Ginny!’



‘To Harry and Ginny’ The guests chorused.



Ron sat down and applause broke out.



‘Mate thankyou that was a fantastic speech’ Harry said shaking Ron’s hand ‘Those words mean a lot for me’



‘Thanks for that’ Ron said ‘I wrote that all by myself...I wouldn’t let Hermione help’



Ginny got up and hugged her youngest brother.

‘Thanks Ron that was lovely’ She said her eyes full of tears ‘I knew there was a linguistic genius deep within you’



Ron blushed deeply.

‘Thanks Gin’ He mumbled ‘My head just about busted writing that you know I used every ounce of creative genius I had’



‘It sounded like it rolled off the end of your quill easy as pie’ Ginny said as the waiters hired for the wedding started bringing out the entrée of Mini rosemary chicken avocado and French champagne vol au vents and lemon pepper langoustines and squid. (All prepared my Mrs Weasley with help from Hermione, Charlotte, Fleur and Angelina)



‘I can tell you right now it didn’t’ Ron said as one of waiters dressed in a tailed suit placed a steaming plate of langoustines and squid in front of him ‘I’ve never written a speech on my own ever. Even with Harry’s leaving press conference the speech I gave there ‘Mione wrote for me’



‘Oh I did not’ Hermione said fondly ‘You wrote the words I just structured them for you’



‘Hmmmph’



After entrees it was Hermione’s turn to give her speech. After all the plates were cleared she got to her feet and applied the Amplification Charm on herself.



Ladies and Gentlemen my name is Hermione Ganger and I have been a friend of the bride and groom for twelve years and it is a true privilege to be asked to give a speech to commemorate this happy occasion. Thanks to Ron for his speech earlier, his words mirror what many of us here feel and now I would like to add my perspective.



I think I speak for all of Harry and Ginny’s closest friends that today is a magical day. To see a pair such as them will their souls to each other in such a romantic manner truly is a privilege. I don’t quite know how I’m going to follow what the best man said, but I’ll give it a try.



Ron the best man and I, do agree on two things: firstly Ginny does look beautiful, and the dress is amazing. I just feel sorry for whomever it is that’s picking up the bill for it’



The guests laughed heartily.



‘Only joking Arthur...It wasn’t too expensive, but the dress you and Molly paid for looks a million Galleons. No one could look as good in that gown as Ginny does.



Every couple will have their ups and their downs; it’s inevitable that Harry and Ginny bound to have their differences. Their journey down the path of marriage won’t be easy but I’m guessing anything they encounter there will be nothing they’ve dealt with in the past’



A wave of laughter washed over the gathered guests.



‘In the preparations for today I asked Harry what he wanted from this marriage. He said to me that he wanted happiness, a family and to be with his lovely wife until the end of time. And when I asked Ginny what she wanted from the marriage, she replied, happiness, a family like her own and to be with Harry till the end of time. Clearly those two were meant to be together.



I’ve known Ginny for twelve years now. I’ve seen her with old boyfriends, but never happy, or in love. That’s how I knew that Harry was the one for her. The first time I saw them together, she was a different person. She was relaxed, happy and carefree. This must have been the way that Harry made her feel, like the princess she is. He has shown her that she is special and shown her true love. I know that if I am half as happy and loved as Ginny is when I get married, I will be blessed.



And Harry and Ginny it’s hard to put into words how seeing you together, so happy, makes all of us here today feel. And when we all witnessed you in the marquee today make those vows we all knew they would last forever.



I know how insecure the bride has felt in relationships before and this morning she was a bag of nerves, wondering if Harry would show and listing all the things that may have gone wrong. So Ginny I’ll tell you again what I told you this morning Harry loves you. Your new life as Mrs Potter is just starting, so enjoy it.



Ginny it is a real honour to be your Maid of Honour. I am deeply moved for even knowing you, and even more so that you would grant me this opportunity. So thank you very much.



Ladies and Gentlemen please could you please be upstanding and raise your glasses once again for the ‘Bride and Groom’



'Long may their love and happiness last!’



‘To Harry and Ginny!’



Harry and Ginny stood up and hugged Hermione tears streaming down their faces.



‘Hermione you’ve made me cry like a fucking sissy’ Harry said in a watery tone of voice ‘Damn you’



Hermione laughed.

‘Nah you’re not a sissy Harry you’re just a big softie romantic’ Hermione said returning the hug fiercely ‘But don’t be ashamed this is your and Ginny’s day no one here would begrudge you crying like a girl. Wait til you here Arthur’s speech you’ll really wail like a girl then’



‘So can your nickname go from the Boy Who Lived and the Man Who Won to ‘Sissy Boy’? Ron joked as the stereo that was there to play music during band breaks was turned on ‘It’s not really masculine for a man of your status in society’



‘Oh bite me Hippogriff Head’ Harry said bringing up Ron’s rarely used nicknamed that stemmed from an incident during their first year of Auror training where Ron managed to transfigure his head into that of a Hippogriff.



‘Hippogriff Head is better than Sissy Boy’ Ron said with a great snorting laugh.



The main meal, Fisherman’s Basket and garden salad, Filet Mignon wrapped in prociutto with buttered salad potatoes and spring vegetables rosemary peppered lamb with cauliflower cheese and honey sesame baby carrots) went by in a leisurely manner then came time for the third speech of the evening...the one from the father of the bride.



Arthur got to his feet and like Ron and Hermione before him cast the Amplification Charm on his voice…



‘Good evening ladies and Gentlemen, for those of you who don’t know my name is Arthur Weasley and I am the father of the beautiful and radiant bride. I’d like to say a few words to mark this wonderful occasion but first on behalf of my wife Molly and I, I would like to thank you for gracing up with your presence. Ginny was the first girl born into the Weasley family for over a hundred years and it means a lot to Molly and I you have all come to see our little girl become a woman…’



Mr Weasley’s voice broke and he took several seconds to compose himself. He then took several deep breaths before continuing.



‘I wrote this following poem to express my feelings about my daughter and the journey she has begun today...



My Little Girl

You came into this world,

So small and soft,

I held you in my arms,

I knew then what love was,



I watched you grow,

Wiping your tears,

Laughing and playing,

For what seems like such short years,



Now I have but one last job to do,

Walking down the alley beside you,

Letting you go is so very hard to do,

But I know that he too loves you,



Soon you will also know,

What it is to hold one so small and soft,

Then you will know what my love was.



To Harry I welcome you to the family. You have made my baby girl the happiest I have ever seen her and to you I am forever grateful. The happiness of Ginevra has always been paramount as her brothers and mother will agree. We are all indebted to you forever for making our Gin the woman she is today’



Mr Weasley then picked up his goblet which had been filled with Ogden’s finest champagne and raised it above his head.



‘To the guests here, I ask you to rise and charge your glasses to my Daughter and new son in law Harry and Ginny!’



‘To Harry and Ginny!’



Ginny burst into tears and engulfed her father in a hug. Mr Weasley let go the hold on his emotions and finally let the tears fall. For several moments the guests looked upon the heart rending scene of father and daughter sharing a moment only they could.



Ron pressed his wand to his throat and spoke again.

‘Ladies and Gentlemen now is the part of the evening where the father of the bride dances with the bride, please welcome Dad and Ginny onto the floor to dance to ‘Butterfly Kisses’



‘Oh I love this song’ Angelina breathed as Ginny and Mr Weasley took to the floor.



Ginny rested her head on Mr Weasley’s shoulder and the opening strains of ‘Butterfly Kisses’ began



There's two things I know for sure:

She was sent here from heaven and she's

daddy's little girl.

As I drop to my knees by her bed at night

She talks to Jesus and I close my eyes and

I thank god for all the joy in my life

Oh, but most of all…



For butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer;

sticking little white flowers all up in her

hair; "Walk beside the pony, Daddy, it's my first ride'

"I know the cake looks funny, Daddy, but I sure tried'

In all that I've done wrong I know I must

have done something right to deserve a hug

every morning and butterfly kisses at night.



Sweet sixteen today

She's looking like her mama a little more everyday

One part woman, the other part girl.

To perfume and make-up from ribbons and curls

Trying her wings out in a great big world.



But I remember...



Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer; sticking

little white flowers all up in her hair.

"You know how much I love you, Daddy, But if you

don't mind I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time'

With all that I've done wrong I must have done

something right to deserve her love every morning

and butterfly kisses at night.



All the precious time

Like the wind, the years go by.

Precious butterfly.

Spread your wings and fly.



She'll change her name today.

She'll make a promise and I'll give her away.

Standing in the bride-room just staring at her.

She asked me what I'm thinking and I said 'I'm not

sure-I just feel like I'm losing my baby girl'

She leaned over...



Gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there,

Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair

"Walk my down the aisle, Daddy-it's just about time'

"Does my wedding gown look pretty, Daddy? Daddy, don't cry!'

Oh, with all that I've done wrong I must have

done something right...

To deserve your love every morning and butterfly

kisses-I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is.

I know I gotta let her go, but I'll always remember

every hug in the morning and butterfly kisses



As the last notes died out just about all the guests were bawling their eyes out. Even Harry who was trying to keep a cap on his emotions had to conjure a handkerchief out of thin air and blow his nose. Ron did the same and had to take a fortifying gulp of champagne before getting to his feet again.



‘Okay time for dessert then the next dance and speeches from the bride and groom!’ He declared wiping his eyes with the conjured hanky.



The waiters brought out the desserts (Hot apple pie with vanilla bean ice cream and sugared cream and a cheese and fruit platter) and the guests settled down to eat.



‘My guts are going to bust after I’ve eaten all this’ Ron said to no one in particular after swallowing a mouthful of vanilla bean ice cream ‘Mum’s cooking is great’



‘I never thought I’d hear those words escape your lips Ronald Weasley’ Ginny said with a grin ‘You’ve eaten like a horse your whole life I didn’t think it was physically or medically possible for you to get full’



‘Of food anyway’ Hermione said under her breath.



Harry snorted.



Ron rolled his eyes.



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After dessert the Weird Sisters took a break and Ron once again got to his feet and announced the next scheduled dance.



‘Ladies and gentlemen the next dance we have will be between Harry and my Mum Molly. As Harry’s Mum can’t be here in the flesh tonight he has invited my mother to partake in the groom and the mother of the groom dance...Mum? Harry?’



Harry held out his arm and with Molly walked onto the dance floor. Ron dimmed the torches with his wand and took his seat at the bridal party table. Archie Mac flicked his wand at the stereo system and the soulful strains of ‘The Man You’ve Become’ filtered out of the speakers.



‘Big wheels, hot wheels

Little trucks and cars

Skinned knees, climbing trees

Wishing on the stars

Moments may be lost somewhere in time

But the sweetest memories are never left behind

Now you've grown so fine

And come so far...



I'm so proud of who you are

The man you've become

Thrilled to share your deepest joy

To know you've found the one

For the great things you will do

I'll be blessed 'cause you're my son

But I'll always see the boy

In the man you've become



School days, sleep-aways

Driving all alone

Phone calls, shopping malls

Late coming home

It was hard to know when to let you spread your wings

When to let you got to face the challenges life brings

But you've grown so fine

And come so far...



I'm so proud of who you are

The man you've become

Thrilled to share your deepest joy

To know you've found the one

For the great things you will do

I'll be blessed 'cause you're my son

But I'll always see the boy

In the man you've become



Harry couldn’t help it as the last note died away he burst into tears. Mrs Weasley gave him a handkerchief and enveloped him in a very maternal hug. He returned it then cast a drying charm on his face’



‘I’m crying like a fucking sissy’ He said to Molly as the guests applauded ‘Bloody hell’



‘Harry dear I can understand why, if your own mother was here you’d do the same. I really feel honoured you asked me to dance in her place’



‘Molly you’re the closest thing to a mother I have I couldn’t very well not ask you’ Harry said with a great sniff ‘Thankyou’



Molly barely disguised her own sniff.

‘Oh that’s okay dear’



A short time later the Weird Sisters took to the stage again and for a solid hour all the guests including all of those in the bridal party took to the dance floor to boogie. Harry was never one for dancing...the Yule Ball in his fourth year was a testament to that but this day his and Ginny’s day he felt joyously happy and needed to express his feelings to all and sundry and the most immediate way to do that was via dancing. He joined in on an enthusiastic rendition of the Wonky Wizard with all the male guests and all the female guests countered with the Macarena led by Hermione. The people who had not grown up in a muggle environment were confused at first but with Katie, Angelina and Hermione’s help they quickly picked up the steps and were soon giggling hysterically. Harry along with all the men wolf whistled and cheered as the girls dipped and swayed their hips to the catchy tune. Then after they had returned to their seats all puffed out Oliver, George, Larry and Gordon made their way up to the stage where the Weird sisters had set up.



‘Ladies and gents and sprogs of both sexes the next part of the evening is not on the schedule’ George said with a grin ‘So no one especially Harry and Ginny know what is about to happen’



‘Remember there are kids present’ Harry called out with a grin.



‘Ha ha Harry we know that’ George said rolling his eyes ‘This is a musical interlude that Oliver, Gordon and Larry thought we’d surprise Ginny and yourself with. We all think proceedings tonight have been saccharine sweet but we thoughtit could do with our touch so without further ado may we have a tune Mr Music?’



Archie Mac the lead singer of the Weird Sisters grinned and flicked his wand at the stereo system at the side of the stage and soft strains came out of the huge speakers set up.



‘This is a little tune called ‘As Long As You Love Me’ Oliver said



‘Although loneliness has always been a friend of mine

I'm leavin' my life in your hands

People say I'm crazy and that I am blind

Risking it all in a glance

And how you got me blind is still a mystery

I can't get you out of my head

Don't care what is written in your history

As long as you're here with me



I don't care who you are

Where you're from

What you did

As long as you love me

Who you are

Where you're from

Don't care what you did

As long as you love me



Every little thing that you have said and done

Feels like it's deep within me

Doesn't really matter if you're on the run

It seems like we're meant to be



I don't care who you are (who you are)

Where you're from (where you're from)

What you did

As long as you love me (I don't know)

Who you are (who you are)

Where you're from (where you're from)

Don't care what you did

As long as you love me (yeah)



I've tried to hide it so that no one knows

But I guess it shows

When you look into my eyes

What you did and where you're comin from

I don't care, as long as you love me, baby



I don't care who you are (who you are)

Where you're from (where you're from)

What you did

As long as you love me (as long as you love me)

Who you are (who you are)

Where you're from (where you're from)

Don't care what you did (yeah)

As long as you love me (as long as you love me)

Who you are (who you are)

Where you're from

What you did

As long as you love me

Who you are (who you are)

Where you're from (where you're from)

As long as you love me

Who you are

As long as you love me

What you did (I don't care)

As long as you love me



As the last note died out everyone in the room leapt to their feet and applauded Oliver, George, Larry and Gordon.



‘Gee Oliver can sing who would’ve thunk it?’ Angelina said as the men goofed off by bowing deeply and giving each other theatrical air kisses.



‘They all can’ Katie said in surprise ‘I’ve known Oliver for twelve years and he never let it slip he could carry a tune. Gee if he ever decided to quit quidditch early he could take up a singing career’



‘I’m guessing by the look on Alicia’s face she didn’t know Ollie could sing either’ Harry said gesturing toward an incredulous Alicia at a nearby table ‘And she’s known him for thirteen years’



‘Oh well I suppose someone always had a secret they hold onto’ Katie said standing up ‘Right I’m off to snog Draco’



‘Why don’t you just announce it to all and sundry?’ Angelina called after her.



Harry sniggered loudly.



A few minutes later Harry left the bridal table and headed toward the table where Dudley and Petunia were seated chatting to Mack and Kingsley (Passing Katie and Draco who were snogging so hard Harry thought any second they’d start shagging). Kingsley lit up and conjured an armchair out of thin air for Harry to sit in as he arrived.



‘Harry! I haven’t had a chance to catch up with you today lovely ceremony’ Kingsley exclaimed ‘Petunia here and I were just discussing it’



Harry raised an eyebrow at Petunia and chuckled.

‘Oh were you?’ He said in a teasing tone grinning as Petunia blushed scarlet ‘What else were you discussing?’



Mack could see what Harry was insinuating and suppressed a laugh rapidly turning it into a hacking cough. That dissipated the embarrassed tension in the air ad Dudley pushed a goblet of water to her and at the same time slapping her back.



‘S-s-s-orry `bout that!’ She exclaimed taking a theatrical gulp of water ‘Something caught in my throat’



When things calmed down Petunia spoke.

‘I was a lovely ceremony Harry one of the most romantic I’ve ever attended’ She said ‘I’m sure everyone here will remember it for a long time’



‘Thanks Petunia’ Harry said ‘Your words mean a lot to me...are you enjoying yourself this evening? I’m more used to attending wedding receptions as a guest not the groom’



‘Yes I am Kingsley here has been introducing me to all of your friends and work colleagues’ Petunia said casting a warm look at Kingsley who to Harry’s surprise returned the look in kind ‘I have to say Minerva McGonagall is the most delightful woman’



‘Yeah Minerva’s pretty cool’ Harry said ‘Have you met Hagrid? He’s one of my best friends’



‘Yes I’ve met all of your friends they really are delightful people. It seems tonight I dance get introduced to someone dance then get introduced to someone else. I’ve barely sat down all night. I’d be dancing now if I hadn’t insisted Kingsley join me for a minute of downtime’



‘Since when have you been a dancing addict?’ Harry said to Kingsley with a raised eyebrow ‘I’ve seen you do a waltz at a Ministry function then sit down for the rest of the evening’



Kingsley grinned.

‘I don’t know what’s changed here’ He said ‘Maybe it’s the infectious atmosphere. You’d have to admit Harry some Ministry functions aren’t a barrel of fun and don’t inspire much dancing’



‘Yeah that’s true’



Suddenly the Weird Sisters started playing a hard rock tune.



Mack lit up and leapt to her feet.



‘C’mon Dudley this is one of my favourite songs!’ She exclaimed grabbling Dudley’s hand and hauling him to his feet ‘Coming Kingsley, Petunia?’



‘Not his time dear if I dance this one my feet will fall off’ Petunia said ‘You can go Kingsley if you like’



‘No I think it’s best I stay here for the time being’ Kinsgsley said clearly not wanting to leave the company of a woman Harry thought he clearly fancied ‘I have some Champagne to finish’



A few minutes later Harry returned to the bridal table.

‘Kingsley fancies Petunia’ He said to no one in particular plopping down next to Ginny and brushing a light kiss against her cheek.



‘Yeah?’ Hermione said in great interest looking over at Kingsley and Petunia who looked very cosy indeed ‘Well that’s nice Kingsley deserves someone in his life I have the feeling he’s a bit lonely in the romance stakes’



‘How about your cousin eh Harry?’ Ron said jerking his head toward Dudley and Mack who were openly flirting with each other ‘He and Mack are looking pretty comfy’



Harry grinned.

‘Well you know how the saying goes a lot of people meet their spouses at the weddings of mutual friends’ He said with a chuckle ‘I reckon in twelve months to a year we could be at the wedding of Petunia and Kingsley and Dud and Mack’



‘Harry you’re incorrigible’ Ginny said with a grin ‘Ever since setting up Katie and Draco went so well you’ve been outwardly looking for people to set up’



‘OhI have not’ Harry exclaimed ‘I think you’ve been drinking too much wifey’



‘Wifey?’ Ginny exclaimed drawing her wand in mock anger as Hermione and Ron sniggered loudly ‘You call me wifey again and I’ll put your bollocks in a jar’



‘Ha ha’



After the Weird Sisters finished their round of songs Ron got to his feet and announced the next part of the evening.



‘Ladies and Gentlemen now is the time for the final speeches of the night’ He announced ‘Harry will go first. Conjure some hankies and tissues folks because my best mate is going to make you all cry’



The guests applauded politely as Ron sat down and Harry got to his feet.



On behalf of my wife and me, we'd like to thank you all for coming here today and sharing our special day with us. There are times when it's good to be surrounded by people who are important to you, and for us this is one of those occasions. We hope that you're enjoying it every bit as much as we are and we'd like to thank you for your kind wishes cards, presents and support.



We must say we've been really impressed by the number of people that have rallied round to help us in preparation for today, if you're not mentioned by name and that's most of you, please be assured that Gin and I are very grateful.



Arthur and Molly, thank you not only for your hospitality this evening and your kindness, but for also giving me your very beautiful daughter. I promise I'll take good care of her and of course do everything she tells me to!



The guests laughed loudly as Ginny rolled her eyes



‘I also want to say thank you to my parents now as you all know they died when I was quite small but their spirit has been with me my entire life. I’ve talked to several people who were friends and knew them when they were alive and I am assured my father loved my mother as much as I love Gin and I am grateful I have inherited their capacity to love’



At that moment several star like sparks fell from above Harry’s head and a fine gold mist swirled around him. A great feeling of contentment flowed through Harry and as the guests oooohed and ahhhhed at the phenomenon. He knew immediately it was James and Lily’s way of saying ‘We are with you son’ He took a deep fortifying breath and continued on.



I can imagine that Gin, my beautiful bride is getting impatient to make her speech soon. Now many people don't know that Gin suffers from a rare medical condition which causes her to invent fanciful stories. She really does believe these stories to be true and I thank you for humoring her during her speech.



I am absolutely delighted to be able stand here today with Ginny, I never knew what was missing in my life before I met her. Ginny has been a source of friendship, support and love. In the darkest of times and even a few weeks ago at the pre season cup final when I flew directly into the pitch and re-arranged half my skeleton. She was the only one who didn’t laugh at me but she did threaten to hex me the results of which are too gruesome to be aired here. It’s moments like those that makes me truly truly grateful that Gin chose me.



And finally, the bridesmaids, thanks for calming Gin’s nerves and helping in her preparation today. I'd also like thank you for getting her here in one piece and on time, you’ve done a brilliant job. We have a small gift for each for you as a token of our appreciation.



Well, that's it from me for now, but, before I pass you over to my beautiful bride, Ladies and Gentlemen, please stand and lift your goblets and join me in a toast to my bride Ginevra Molly Potter’



‘To Ginny’ Came the refrain.



Ginny stood up and enveloped Harry in a hug her chocolate brown eyes filled with tears. She kissed him and touched her forehead to his. Harry wiped his eyes then sat down as Ginny prepared to give her speech. She took a deep breath then straightened up ad began speaking.



‘I would like to say thank you to each of our guests for coming. All of you have shown Harry and I your love and support by being here.



To my Matron of Honour Hermione and bridesmaids Myra, Angelina and Luna, you all look absolutely beautiful today. I thank each one of you, for accepting to be by my side on this very special day.



Mum: A special thank you for the beautiful job you did on my hair and dress today. If it wasn’t for you I would’ve had gone down the aisle today in just a Hessian sack and those chicken feet slippers I’ve had since my first year at Hogwarts.



Hermione: You have grown to become more than just a girls best friend you’re a beautiful woman inside and out. You have been there in good times and bad and shared so many precious memories, laughter, love and encouragement with me. A friend, who I am very proud of...I love you. Angelina gee whiz you’re the girl that finally managed to tame my goofball of a brother I never thought any woman would be able to do that’



‘Oy!’ George called from a nearby table.



Ginny laughed and continued on.



‘You have been the most helpful in helping me prepare for this day having recently gone through all the trials and tribulations of organizing your own wedding. Your steady hand and endless supply of Calming Draught have really meant a lot to me. Thank you.



‘Myra and Luna...you two girls are the best mates a girl could hope to have around her in the time leading up to a wedding. You cracked a joke when I needed it and made fun every dress fitting over the past two months. I hope I can do the same for each of you in the future when it comes time for you to tie the knot...



To all the groomsmen, you all look very handsome today. What a difference a suit makes. Yeah That means you Seamus’



Seamus laughed and poked his tongue out at her. Ginny returned the gesture then continued on.



‘I want to thank each one of you for accepting to be by Harry's side on this very special day. Also, for all of your love, care, and support over the past few years since the end of the war.



I’d also like to reserve a few words about some people who aren’t here today but have been a part of Harry’s and my’s life leading up to this day. Lily and James Potter, Remus Lupin and Tonks and my dear brother Fred they may not be here in the flesh but their spirit definitely is and I know they would wish us the best as our journey in married life begins.



Harry, for the first time I have seen you in proper dress robes. Wow, you look gorgeous. It was eight years ago at Hogwarts when I realized we were meant to be together for all time. It is every girls dream to dress up like a princess and give their hearts to the handsome prince and I thank the heavens every day that you are that handsome prince.



Today, one chapter closes and a new one begins. Our new journey begins as husband and wife, and is a time in our lives that we can finally start to fulfill our dreams. For the first time in both of our lives, we have found true love and true happiness. I thank you darling for coming into my life and for making it complete. I Love You’



Ginny wiped her eyes and sniffed. She then grasped her goblet and held it aloft.

’I would like to propose a toast to everyone here this evening’ She said ‘To love, to laughter and to Happiness’



‘Cheers!’



Ginny sipped her champagne then sat down. The only parts of the evening to come were the cake cutting and the bouquet and garter throwing.



‘What time do you have to be at the Ministry to portkey to Australia?’ Angelina asked Harry and Ginny.



‘One thirty’ Harry replied in doing so casting a look at his watch that had once belonged to Fabian Prewett Mrs Weasleys brother (It read 11:50PM) ‘Gin and I were planning to leave here about half twelve. Apparate back to the Manor change then apparate to the Ministry. We should be in Oz and checked into out hotel by two thirty our time’



‘You’ll probably be quicker than that’ Angelina said ‘The Portkey to Australia is really quick only slightly slower than apparating. From when George and I left the Ministry til we got to our hotel was twenty minutes given the time difference you’ll be getting to Australia about four thirty five o’clock in the afternoon. You’ll want to head straight to bed but I’d stay up it’s easier to get used to the local time then. Are you staying at a magical or muggle hotel? If you are staying at a magical one you can take a sleeping potion to help things along’



‘If we were only going to Australia for a few days we’d probably go along the potion line’ Ginny said ‘But we’re most likely to get used to the local time naturally. Plus bed sounds like a great thing to do on the first night of our honeymoon’



Harry burned scarlet.

‘I don’t think Ange needs the details dahl’ He mumbled.



‘Not intricate ones anyway’ Angelina said with a great snorting laugh.



At eleven o’clock Ron announced it was time for the garter removal.



‘Okay ladies and gentlemen now comes the time of the evening where the groom removes then throws the brides garter!’ He said enthusiastically ‘Can all single and unattached but not engaged gents take to the floor?’



While all the men made their way to the floor Ginny sat on a chair Harry had conjured out of thin air.

‘I’m going to have a hard time controlling myself doing this’ Harry whispered kissing the shell of her ear.



‘Cheeky bugger’ Ginny said with a girly giggle ‘Can you keep you pants zipped up til we get to Australia?’



‘Awwww I dunno about that’ Harry whispered in her ear ‘I tell you we’re not going to do much sightseeing when we get to Australia I really fancy shagging you stupid the whole trip’



‘I could deal with that’ Ginny said as Ron cleared his throat.



‘Okay gents the procedure is as such’ He announced ‘Harry will try and control himself and in doing so will remove my sisters garter with his teeth then he will throw it into he air and it is up to you lot to catch it. But no wands or violence got it?’



‘Yes sir no sir three bags full sir’ Draco said giving a smart military style salute.



‘And smartarses will be hexed’ Ron said with a grin ‘Okay Mr Music!’



The Weird Sisters started up a soulful romantic tune and Harry took Ginny’s leg in his hands. He trailed kisses along her leg on the milky skin til he came to the garter. He ran his tongue under it then grasped it with his teeth and slowly began pulling it down her leg. Ginny felt her pelvis swoop with heat and her core flood with need as the shots of electricity from Harry’s touch raced up her leg.



Harry removed the garter then closed his eyes and threw it with all his might over his left shoulder. The scrap of material soared through the air over the heads of the bulk of the men gathered landing on Draco’s head in an imitation of a lace and satin crown.



‘Does this count?’ He said in surprise picking the piece of cloth off his head and holding it aloft.



‘Ladies and gents Draco has caught the garter!’ Ron announced as the guests applauded (Draco goofed off bowing like a figure skater after finishing a routine) ‘The throwing of the brides bouquet will take place just before Harry and Gin leave for their honeymoon. Now is the time for the cake cutting!’



Harry held out his hand and helped Ginny to his feet he then led her over to the special table where the house elves had brought out the huge black forest mudcake. A silver knife with maroon and gold ribbons tied around the handle was waiting on a plain white china plate.



‘That is the only thing apart from you I want to eat tonight’ Harry whispered in Ginny’s ear.



Ginny’s eyes widened in surprise.

‘Harry Potter you dirty dirty man!’ She exclaimed with a giggle ‘I can’t believe I married such a filthy dirty degenerate’



‘You reckon that was dirty wait til we get to out hotel room’ Harry said with a grin steering Ginny to behind the table.



‘I’ll have a nice big slice Harry’ Ron said with a grin and Harry and Ginny picked up the silver knife.



‘Pig’ They chorused.



As tradition dictated Harry and Ginny cut the first slice from the cake then fed each other a mouthful. They then entwined arms and finished off the tradition by washing the cake down with a mouthful of champagne. The guests applauded enthusiastically as Harry and Ginny put down their slice of cake and shared a kiss. Harry then charmed the cake to evenly slice itself up. He and Ginny then returned to the bridal table where they continued feeding each other cake.



Ginny was the first to finish her cake and quick as a flash she cast a disillusionment charm on herself and climbed under the table. Harry had to use all his self control not to yelp when he felt Ginny unzip his trousers and take his cock into her mouth.



‘Gin what are you doing?’ He hissed tucking his chair under the table as to afford himself some degree of modesty.



‘I’m sucking your cock that’s what I’m doing!’ Ginny said running the tip of her tongue around his head and tugging on his piercing ‘Like that?’



‘I am going to drop my load if you keep on doing that!’ Harry hissed pretending to be extra-ordinarily interested in finishing his cake.



‘That’s the whole idea’ Ginny said cupping his balls in her hands and rolling them in her fingers whilst licking his shaft like a rapidly melting ice cream.



Luckily Ginny had chosen a time of the night where few people were surrounding the table so there were fewer chances of he and Ginny being sprung. Harry summoned another slice of cake from the table and started on that as Ginny continued her under the the table ministrations,



‘Ginny Potter you are going to kill me!’ Harry hissed as Ginny sucked his cock and balls into her mouth and swirled her tongue around them ‘Fucking hell!’



‘You okay Harry?’ Seamus called from the dance floor where he was dancing extravagantly with Lavender.



‘Yeah I’m fine just having another pe-ice of cake!’ Harry exclaimed barely disguising the yelp in his voice as he held up a forkful of cake.



‘Where’s Ginny?’ Lavender called.



‘She said she was going to the loo!’ Harry yelped as a rush of heat raced through his pelvis and up his spine.



‘You sure you’re okay Harry?’ Seamus asked in concern.



Harry began coughing hard.

‘Yeah-a-bit-of-cake-went-down-the-wrong-way!’ He spluttered.



Harry’s act seemed to convince Seamus and Lavender and they danced off losing themselves in the beat of the music.



‘Fucking hell Gin you are a tart!’ Harry hissed as Ginny licked his cock and rubbed his balls between her hands ‘I can’t see what you’re doing but jeez louise!....ahhhhhh...fuck!’



Harry’s balls tightened and using all his self control not to scream out loud he erupted spilling his essence into his mouth.



‘Fuck fuck fuck fcuk!’ Harry hissed out of earshot of everyone else.



Ginny emerged from under the table and quick as lightning removed the disillusionment charm from herself. She licked her lips and grabbed Harry’s goblet taking a sip.



‘Hmmm that was yummy’ She said.



‘You are a tart and deserve to be punished!’ Harry exclaimed ‘I can’t believe I dropped my load in front of one of my best mates!’



‘Oh you did not Seamus and Lavender left long before you dropped’ Ginny said placing the goblet back on the table and kissing Harry on the lips ‘Enjoy that?’



Harry returned the kiss.

‘You know I did don’t ask stupid questions’ He said with a grin ‘Pity it’s harder for me to return the favour’



‘That’s alright I don’t mind you can return the favour when we get to Australia’ Ginny said sitting down and placing a hand on his thigh ‘My turn is first though keep that in mind after that we can discuss your options’



‘My options?’ Harry said in mock hurt ‘My options? In one single movement you made the most romantic night of your life sound clinical. I’m your husband the father of your future children and you made making love like a case straight out of the emergency department of St Mungo’s’



‘Shut up’ Ginny said claiming his lips with hers.



Harry and Ginny kissed for a solid ten minutes before Ron interrupted them.



‘Oh you two are nauseating’ He said in amusement ‘Hands off til the honeymoon eh?’



‘Fuck off Ronald’ Ginny said giving Harry a very theatrical kiss.



‘Well I would but the time you wanted to throw your bouquet is here. It’s quarter past twelve. You’ve obviously lost track of time playing tonsil hockey’



Harry sniggered at his best mates joke.

‘It’s less than you and ‘Mione have been doing all night’ He said with a grin ‘I’ve noticed you two nicking off several times tonight. Not very professional for a best man is it? Shouldn’t you be dedicated to your duties not going off and getting laid?’



Ginny let out a great unladylike snort.

‘Now now boys be nice’ She said picking up her big bouquet of roses ‘Lets get this bit done eh?’



Harry remained at the bridal table and Ron and Ginny walked into the middle of the dance floor Ron conjuring up a chair with a flourish of his wand.



‘Ladies and Gentlemen the evening’s festivities are coming to a close and the last major part of the evening is here...the tossing of the bride’s bouquet. I call all unmarried but not engaged ladies to the floor. No wands please!’



‘This is going to be like Oliver and Alicia’s wedding’ Angelina said to Harry as all the single women in the room made their way to the dance floor ‘It was like a flock of seagulls going after a singular chip there’



‘Less people here’ Harry said as a wave of girly giggles washed over the group ‘There was a hundred girls there. There’s not even half that here’



‘It’ll still be a flock of seagulls going after a chip scenario though’ Angelina said as Ginny with Ron’s help climbed onto the conjured chair ‘Every wedding I have ever gone to it’s been a mad scramble to get the bouquet and when I was a kid I saw a bunch of blokes fight over a garter’



Harry laughed.



‘Okay girls here we go the one lucky enough to catch this gorgeous bouquet will be the next one to trot down the aisle or so superstition dictates’ Ginny called over the gathering ‘I have personally cast an everlasting charm on this bouquet and I want whoever is lucky enough to catch it to look after it, maybe even use it yourself when you get married. On the count of three I will turn my back and toss okay?’



A murmur of agreement swept through the women gathered. Ginny then turned around her back facing the bridal table.



‘ONE TWO THREE!’



With one mighty heave Ginny threw the bouquet over her left shoulder. It soared over the heads of the women gathered brushing through the pearl coloured and helium filled balloons and beginning it’s descent...right into Hermione’s arms.



‘I caught it!’ She exclaimed in excited surprise ‘Bloody hell!’



‘Tch tch language!’ Harry called toasting Hermione’s good fortune.



‘Oh fuck off Harry’



‘Ladies and gentlemen that gorgeous girl Hermione Granger my girlfriend has caught the bouquet!’ Ron announced proudly.



‘Now you’ve just got to get off your arse and propose’ Harry heard Seamus quip.



‘Fuck off Finnigan...okay ladies and gents the last part of the evening is here could I please ask you to clear the floor and welcome Ginny and Harry to the floor for their last dance’



The floor quickly cleared as Harry joined Ginny on the floor for their last dance.



‘I could do this all night’ Harry whispered in Ginny’s ear as the opening strains of ‘Save The Best For Last’ began.



Sometimes the snow comes down in June

Sometimes the sun goes round the moon

I see the passion in your eyes

Sometimes its all a big surprise

cause there was a time when all I did was wish

You’d tell me this was love

Its not the way I hoped or how I planned

But somehow its enough



And now were standing face to face

Isn’t this world a crazy place

Just when I thought our chance had passed

You go and save the best for last



All of the nights you came to me

When some silly girl had set you free

You wondered how you’d make it through

I wondered what was wrong with you



cause how could you give your love to someone else

And share your dreams with me

Sometimes the very thing you’re looking for

Is the one thing you cant see



And now were standing face to face

Isn’t this world a crazy place

Just when I thought our chance had passed

You go and save the best for last



Sometimes the very thing you’re looking for

Is the one thing you cant see



Sometimes the snow comes down in June

Sometimes the sun goes round the moon

Just when I thought our chance had passed

You go and save the best for last



You went and saved the best for last



Harry and Ginny leaned into each other for a final kiss as all the guests got to their feet and applauded loudly. Someone set off sparks from their wand and within seconds Harry and Ginny were kissing underneath a shower of multi coloured sparks.



‘Even Ron would have to admit this is romantic’ Ginny said in Harry’s ear hugging him tightly ‘I love you Harry’



‘I love you too Gin’



The sparks subsided and Ron joined Harry and Ginny on the dance floor.



‘Okay ladies and gents it is now time for Harry and Ginny to leave for their honeymoon’ He announced ‘If you could all form a guard of honour to the apparition point and those of you with wands please cast the same sparks spell’



A guard of honour quickly formed and once again the air was thick with rainbow sparks. Harry and Ginny hand in hand made their way slowly down the tunnel receiving congratulations from everyone of the guests including all the children. They then reached the apparition point and with a wave disapparated to the Manor.



From then on Harry wasn’t sure what the future would hold but he was sure that whatever came his way he could handle it on his ear. He had just married his sweetheart and nothing; absolutely nothing would be insurmountable with Ginny at his side.



THE END



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A/N2: Awwwww how was that? I reckon there was more fluff than a chinese plush toy factory there! I wrote this chapter several weeks ago when I was dealing with a particularly evil case of writers block. See I knew where I wanted the story to end up but I didn't know how to write the path leading to it. But I fixed that problem and here we are! The Poem Ginny read to Harry and Mr Weasley read to Ginny are not my creations...I'm shithouse at poetry...I used Google and came up with those. I've forgotten who wrote them seeing as I wrote this chappie weeks and weeks ago but rest assured whoever they are I think they're geniuses!



The song credits are as follows:

Harry's vows to Ginny: 'Beautiful Soul' Jesse McCartney

Harry and Ginny’s first dance: ‘A Moment Like This’ Kelly Clarkson

Ginny and Mr Weasley’s dance: ‘Butterfly Kisses’ Bob Carlisle

Harry ad Mrs Weasley’s dance: ‘The Man You’ve Become’ Molly Pasutti

Harry and Ginny’s last dance:'Save The Best For Last’ Vanessa Williams

Harry and Ginny’s introduction to the guests song: ‘Beautiful Day’ U2

Oliver, Gordon and Larry's Song: 'As Long As You Love Me' Backstreet Boys



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