Dramione | 7th year Marriage Law

chapter 13

It was at the start of June that Pansy had announced she was pregnant, at the Weasley family Easter brunch, that was held a little bit later this year. Mrs. Weasley had started crying, and Ron was in a shocked state. The girls were all hugging and congratulating Pansy, whilst the boys shook hands, muttering congratulations.

"Have you thought of baby names?" asked Mrs. Weasley, now impatiently awaiting her grandbabies' arrival.

"Yes actually. Because it's twins, I wanted them to have similar names. The baby boy will be called Alexander, and the baby girl Alexa. I wanted to keep to your family's tradition, so their middle names will be Billius and Molly. And I also wanted to put another name in for Alexander. Arthur." announced Pansy, turning to Mr. Weasley.

"Thank you very much dear, that's extremely thoughtful of you." said Mr. Weasley hugging Pansy, and fighting back tears.

"They're perfect Pans." exclaimed Ron as the realization that he was going to be a father had finally hit.

"Alexander Billius Arthur Weasley and Alexa Molly Weasley! That's so cute!" gushed Ginny, excited that she was going to be an aunt again.

After the excitement had died down a bit, Hermione stood up. Looking nervously at Draco, she gently tapped her knife against her glass and once she had the attention of the group, began to speak.

"Draco and I would like to invite you all to our wedding, which is in three weeks from now. Here are your invitations. Ginny, I would like you to be my maid of honor, Pansy and Luna, I would love it if you were my bridesmaids. And if it's okay with you Mrs. Weasley, I would like you to give me away..."

"Oh Hermione dear, I would be completely honored." accepted Mrs. Weasley, giving Hermione a tight hug.

"Oh, I almost forgot, Harry, Ginny, is it okay if Fred is the ring bearer?"

"Yes of course" the couple said in unison.

"Perfect, thank you." said Draco handing out the invitations.

It was now mid-June and finally, three weeks later, Hermione and Draco's big day had arrived. The wedding was to be held just opposite the black lake, which had enchanted candles floating above it, similar to the ones in the Great Hall. The tent had a clear plastic side where the couple would officially become 'The Malfoys' so that the idyllic landscape was behind them as they said their vows. And Andromeda Tonks had come, being the only remaining family Draco had. She also brought along a certain one-year-old, little Teddy Lupin, much to everyone's joy.

In Hermione, Ginny, and Luna's dorm, the girls were getting ready. Ginny had insisted on doing Hermione's make-up, doing an amazing job. Pansy had done Hermione's hair, and Hermione had gasped with shock at the expertly done hairstyle. The girls all got into their bridesmaid's dresses before Hermione changed into her dress. She gave the girls their bouquets and gave Victoire her little basket of rose petals. Pansy added some delicate flowers to Hermione's hair as a final touch, and Mrs. Weasley came to get the girls. With one group hug, they set off towards the tent, Hermione getting many congratulations along the way from younger students who were heading to classes.

As the music started playing and Hermione made her way down the aisle, Draco turned around and felt his breath get caught in his throat. He stared at her, admiring her beauty and Blaise could have sworn that he'd seen a single tear fall.

Deep down, they both knew that they both were hurting. Draco hadn't minded that his father was not there, but he would have loved his mother to be. Hermione also felt a bit lost, wanting her Mum and Dad to be there for her big day. But as she got to Draco, they both realized that if they had each other, they would be perfectly fine. And that they already had a family, The Weasleys, Blaise, Luna, Neville, Pansy, Ron, Ginny, and Harry. They also had their teachers at Hogwarts, who were like parents in a way. In all, they had a big, loving family that would always be there for them.

Draco didn't listen to what Harry, the Minister was saying, taking in Hermione's beauty. He was popped out of his bubble by his former enemy, who had seen that he'd zoned out whilst admiring Hermione.

"Draco, please say your vows."

"Hermione. I first knew I loved you when you came into my compartment looking for Neville's road in the first year. You baffle me every day with your smartness, kindness, and beautifulness if that's a word. To me, you are perfection, a person so pure, that you can destroy me with one touch. You always put others' needs before yours and forgive even those who have done the unforgivable. Today, I join my life to yours, not only as your husband but as your friend and your lover. Let me be the shoulder you lean on, the rock on which you rest, the companion of your life. With you, I will walk my path from this day forward. You are my weakness Hermione Granger, and I love you now and forevermore."

"Hermione, your vows please."

"Draco Malfoy where do I begin? You have the kindest heart and always put me before you. You make sure I'm happy all day every day, and you comfort me when I'm sad. I love your weird addiction to peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, the way you burn the toast when you try to use the muggle toaster to make me breakfast in bed and how you cuddle up with Crookshanks on the sofa reading a book. I vow to have the patience that love demands, to speak when words are needed, and to share in the silence when they are not. You are my soulmate Draco. I am proud to be your wife, excited to discover what is next in our lives, and thrilled that our every day will be together on this adventure. Oh, and I wanted to tell you in front of our family, that I'm pregnant!" Hermione said as her eyes become glossy with tears.

"Seriously?! Hermione that's the best!" exclaimed Draco, now finding it even harder not to cry.

"I now pronounce you Mr & Mrs. Malfoy! You may kiss the bride! And congratulations!" Harry announced taking a step back as the happy couple kissed passionately before breaking apart and beaming at their guests, Draco's hand lightly resting on Hermione's stomach.

Whispered congratulations and sniffles could be heard as the couple made their way back down the aisle, as well as the wails of Hagrid who had burst into tears the moment the couple said 'I do'.