Nothing But You // N. Longbottom

Epilogue

After the Battle of Hogwarts, things had settled down.

Norvina and Neville had carved out a peaceful life for themselves in a cozy cottage just outside of Godric's Hollow. The warm summer sun beamed down upon them as Norvina stood in the garden, her hands tenderly caressing the swell of her belly.

Neville worked diligently, his brow furrowed in concentration as he tended to the flower beds he had lovingly cultivated. Norvina couldn't help but smile at the sight of him, so content and at peace in this simple moment.

"I love seeing you like this," she said softly, drawing his attention.
Neville looked up, a playful grin spreading across his face, "Sweating like a mad man?" he teased. Norvina let out a gentle laugh, the sound music to Neville's ears.

"No," she replied, her eyes shining with adoration, "You're happy. I've never seen a man so happy to have dirt under his fingernails." Neville straightened up, wiping the sweat from his brow as he made his way over to Norvina.

"Well," he began, gesturing to the vibrant garden, "What do you think?"

Norvina's gaze swept over the carefully tended flower beds, a smile blossoming on her face, "It's brilliant, Nev. I love it." She wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him close.
As their lips met in a tender kiss, Norvina suddenly felt a sharp pain in her belly, causing her to gasp and clutch at her abdomen.

"Hey..." Neville moves to grab her, preventing her from falling over, "Are you okay?" Neville's expression immediately shifted to one of concern, his strong arms steadying her. Norvina took a deep breath, her eyes locking with Neville's.

"Somebody wants to meet you," she said, a radiant smile spreading across her face. Neville's eyes widened, the realization dawning on him.

"You mean...?" He glanced down at her belly, his hand coming to rest protectively over hers.Norvina nodded, her own hand covering his.

"It's time," she whispered, the excitement and anticipation palpable in her voice. Neville's face lit up with pure joy, and he pulled Norvina into a fierce embrace, his heart swelling with love and wonder.

After everything they had endured, this moment, this new chapter, felt like a beacon of hope and a testament to the resilience of their love.

As they held each other, the warm summer breeze caressing them, Norvina knew that their future, though uncertain, was filled with the promise of a life bursting with new possibilities – a life they would face together, side by side, as they had always done.