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“No, let me, Tonks. I need to be the one to talk to him,” she sighed. George kissed her cheek and then Emily went after him. She searched the other rooms and finally found him in the room with Buckbeak.

Emily knocked softly on the door before entering. Remus was sitting by Buckbeak, petting his feathers. He looked up swiftly, and then brought his attention back to the animal and the floor. There was a patch of hardwood to his left that was heavily dusty. He started drawing in it with his forefinger. He drew a huge circle, and then he started writing in it. Emily read it upside down. When he finished, it said “Meet you under the moon”. Emily sighed and sat down in front of him. Her ring glistened against the light that was in the room.

“Rems,” she whispered. He didn’t look up. Emily scooted forward until the tips of their shoes were barely touching. She put her left hand on his knee. He stared at her engagement ring.

“I remember when Padfoot gave that to Amelia. She was so happy,” he said. “They were a year older than you.”

“Rems,” she said again. He put his hand on top of hers and sighed.

“No sugar coatings, okay?” he said. Emily nodded.

“I love him, Rems, you know that,” she whispered.

“I know, but you’re so young. Why can’t you wait a couple years?” he asked.

“We don’t want to wait,” she said softly. She squeezed his fingertips, and he finally met her gaze.

“Ems,” he whispered.

“I love you, Remus John Lupin,” she said. “You aren’t going to lose me.”

“What do you—” he began.

“Don’t even try denying it. I know that’s what’s been on your mind. Just because I’m marrying George and that Sirius has been around doesn’t mean you’re going to lose me. I will always be your little girl,” she promised. He nodded slowly, sorrow and pain still in his eyes. “And if you want to, I was hoping you’d walk me down the aisle. I love Fred and all, but I want you to do it.”

He looked up at her, a little happiness ebbing away his pain. “What about Sirius? Isn’t that his job? He’ll be heartbroken,” Remus said.

“I actually wanted both of you to do it. Both of my fathers should walk me down the aisle,” Emily said softly.

Remus cracked a smile and Emily smiled in return. “I’d love to walk you down the aisle,” Remus said.

“Good because I would have killed you if you didn’t!” Emily chuckled. She stood up on her knees and fell into Remus’ chest, hugging him as he congratulated her on her engagement. He kissed her hair and told her he was proud of her.

Emily and Remus made their way down to the kitchen together. Everyone was standing round. As they made their way in, every eye turned to them, but they just smiled. Emily made her way over to George, who stretched his arms out just in time.

“Hi,” she breathed into his chest.

“Hiya back,” he chuckled. “I’m guessing everything is good?”

“Mmmhmm,” she said.

“Alright, lovebirds, why don’t you guys go to the sitting room while I make everybody dinner?” Mrs. Weasley said. They all chuckled and moved into the sitting room. George led Emily to an armchair where she snuggled up into his lap. Fred sat on the floor beside them while Tonks, Remus, and Sirius took the couch. Moody sat in another chair while Kingsley magically made another chair appear.

“Have y’all thought of where you’re going to have it?” Tonks asked cheerfully. Her hair was neon purple today.

Emily glanced up at George. Their eyes locked as they shook their heads. “We haven’t really decided much, but I have an idea of where she wants it,” George said with a toothy grin.

Emily sat up straighter in his lap. “You do?” she asked him, confused.

“Mmmhmm,” he replied. He pulled her face down to him and whispered in her ear.

“Are you serious?” she squealed. She kissed his cheek. “Is that where you want it though? I want us both to be happy,” she said.

George chuckled. “The only thing I care about is the girl I’m getting married to. I don’t care where we have it, Ems. You get to decide that one, but since I know you’ll just keep asking until I agree, I think it’s a brilliant idea to have it there.”

Emily kissed his cheek again. “Then yes, we’ve decided on a place.” She smiled widely at everyone. But then her smile faltered. “Wait, we can’t,” she frowned.

“Why not?” George asked.

“Because that hag is still there, and Dumbledore’s not,” she said.

“Oh yeah, I forgot about that. We’ll think of something,” he promised.

“If you’re talking about the school, I doubt that Umbridge will be in charge much longer. Albus has a feeling that she’ll be gone before the term ends,” Kingsley said.

“Where were you going to have it at the school?” asked Tonks with a smile.

“Under our tree,” Emily breathed. “We carved our initials on the bark,” she smiled. George grinned, kissing her hair.

“Who’s going to walk you down the aisle?” asked Moody.

Emily blushed as she glanced at the couch. Remus smiled slightly while Sirius fidgeted with his shirt. “I actually wanted both of my fathers to walk me down the aisle. Remus has already agreed. So, what do you say, Dad?” Emily asked quietly.

Sirius looked up at her with a tear in his eye. “I would be honored to walk you down the aisle, Ems. I wish your mother could see you. She would be very proud of you, and she would have loved George,” Sirius laughed.

“I wish she were here too,” Emily said as she played with her ring.

“Who is going to be your Maid of Honor?” Tonks asked.

Emily chuckled at her interest. “I’m going to ask Ginny. She’s my best girl friend,” Emily said. Tonks nodded. “Oh, gosh, have you decided on all your groomsmen?” she asked as she twisted in George’s lap to look at him.

“I think I have an idea,” he smiled. “Have you thought about all your bridesmaids?”

“Er, well, I’m going to ask Hermione and probably Luna. And I was going to ask Tonks if she would like to.” Emily glanced at Tonks, whose eyes were large. Her hair turned into a bright bubble gum pink and her smile was large. The truth was that ever since she had moved into Grimmauld Place, she and Tonks had become very close. Tonks is where Emily would always go for advice and to talk. Tonks was like her older sister, almost like a mother figure.

“I’D LOVE TO!” she exclaimed. “You really want me in your wedding?” she asked.

Emily nodded. “I wouldn’t have it any other way.” Tonks grinned, completely happy. Everyone chuckled at her.

“Do you know what colors you’re going to want for the bridesmaids; I’ll change my hair so it’s the same color!”

Emily giggled. “Tonks, I just got engaged this morning, I haven’t thought much about the colors.”

“But if you had to decide right now, what would you lean more towards?” she persisted.

“Probably this color,” she said, indicating to the sea colored bow on her dress.

“That’s my favorite color on you,” George whispered.

“I know,” she replied with a smile. “That’s why I’m choosing it.” She kissed his cheek. “Unless you’d rather have a different color?” she asked.

“Nah, I think that color is perfect,” he smiled. He buried his face in her hair and she giggled.

“You two are so cute together!” Tonks squealed. Emily and George laughed. They listened as the front door opened and closed with a clunk. Footsteps were heard as they walked down the stairs to the kitchen. About five minutes later, they heard footsteps coming towards them.

“So, I’ve heard that you two have some news to share?” Albus Dumbledore asked with a twinkle in his eyes. He stared over at George and Emily. Emily’s breath caught as she felt him survey her.

“We’re, er,” Emily started. She looked back at George and smiled. “We’re getting married!” she told him.

Dumbledore chuckled. “Ah, young love, what a beautiful thing,” he murmured. “Congratulations to both of you, and I hope I’m on the guest list.” He smiled at the couple.

Emily nodded quickly. “Of course you’re on the guest list, professor,” she said. She looked back at George. “Hey, do you think McGonagall would be a bridesmaid? We’re somewhat close,” she said. George shrugged his shoulders.

“Professor McGonagall, Miss Black,” Dumbledore said.

“Right, sorry, professor,” Emily blushed.

“I think Minerva would be delighted to be a part of it,” he added. Emily nodded seriously.

Molly announced that dinner was ready, so everybody ate. Sirius and Remus had decorated the dining room with balloons and banners that said their congratulations. Emily and George shared the head of the table, their fingers interlaced.


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