And That's the Reason We Need Lips so Much...

The Last Sunrise in Hogwarts

Hogwarts was not known for its warmth, not even during July nights, so Neville cast a warming charm around himself and Pansy. He transfigured some rocks into a comfortable couch. The Gryffindor laid down with Pansy on top of him. His robes wrapped around them, like a cosy cocoon. Nothing could hurt them there.

"I'm sorry, I ruined our night." She whispered. "You should go back inside and have fun."

"Only if you come with me, and because I know you well enough, I know you will prefer to stay here..." Neville said, kissing the top of her head.

"I had been doing so well." She sighed. "Why tonight?"

"We are survivors, my love. We all are. It was you tonight like it could have been me or anyone else." The Gryffindor assured. "We all flinch, we all look over our shoulders, our wands are always ready to protect or attack. We are survivors. All of us."

Pansy groaned, hiding her face on the crook of his neck. "How are you so good?"

Neville was not sure when she fell asleep, but she did not stir when their friends came to join their spot by the lake. It always made him feel pride that she was able to fall asleep on his arms, let her defences down and just rest. That she trusted him to protect her. She was so strong, Neville cherished all these little moments of weakness.

When Charlie came with Millie, the older Weasley created a little campfire for warmth or just aesthetic, and he and his Slytherin Girlfriend snuggled by the fire.

Then came Dean and Seamus, followed by Theo and Hermione who transfigured some more rocks into sofas and armchairs and some leaves into blankets and pillows.

Blaise and Daphne followed a few minutes later, bringing hot coffee and tea for all. Parvati and Lavender appeared last with cookies and biscuits. Neville was always surprised how this group of Gryffindors and Slytherins became so united on their last year at Hogwarts.

Neville looked down to see that Pansy eyes were open, but she stood so still he was not sure anyone else had noticed. The Gryffindor played with her hair, a smile on his face. "Do you want something hot or sweet?" he asked, summoning a cup of tea for himself.

Pansy shook her head. "I'm good, thank you!".

Around them, no one was really talking, the couples were just enjoying each other's company, having little private conversations between themselves.

Neville was not sure how long it had been, but the blue of the sky was turning lighter and lighter. The sun was about to rise.

"Your last Sunrise at Hogwarts as students! Enjoy it!" Charlie said, his head on Millicent's lap. "You never forget it!"

"Is this like Muggle New Year's? Shall the couples share a kiss?" Dean asked.

Charlie chuckled "If you have someone to kiss... I did not last time." But his eyes were on Millie and he was grinning.

Neville raised his mug. "To the end of our education at Hogwarts and the rest of our lives!" And then he leaned down to kiss Pansy, a huge smile on his face.

"Guys! Guys! You won't believe which two Aurors I found snogging on an alcove! I'm sure they were almost shag-" Draco voice interrupted "Merlin's Balls! Can't you all have some restrain! Is there a need for all this snogging in the castle? Think of the children!"