"You three realize, of course..." Dumbledore says, "...that in the past few hours, you have broken perhaps a dozen school rules."

"Yes, sir."We say in unison.

"There is sufficient evidence to have you all expelled!" He says.

"Yes, sir," We say.

"Therefore, it is only fitting... that you three receive....Special Awards for Services to the School," Dumbledore says. We perk up and smile.

"Thanks, sir," We say.

"Now, Mr. Weasley Ms. Cultven, if you would.....have an owl deliver these release papers to Azkaban. I believe we want our gamekeeper back," Dumbledore says handing me a set of papers.

"All right Ron," I say to him, "I'll race ya!" I start running out.

"No fair!" He yells after me.

"Not my fault you're slower than a slug!" I yell back.

****

I place my book on the table. I couldn't really focus on what I was reading. Maybe it was from all the reckless adventure. Or maybe it was missing my friend. Maybe it was from finding out I'm actually related to Salazar Slytherin and he who must not be named. "Are you okay?" Draco asks.

"Yeah," I say, "just a little worn out."

"I mean you did save the school again," He says.

"Most never do that once," Pansy says, "and you've done it twice."

"You really are the good slytherin," Draco says.

"I'll take it," I say, "because I had to babysit a blank memory Lockhart."

"Ha!" Pansy laughs.

"Sod off!" I say, "I got an award for special services to the school. What have you done?"

"I've um uh-" Pansy mumbles.

"Welcome back Hermione," I hear. I turn around to see my bushy haired best friend at the entrance of the great hall.

"Oh my god," I say, "Oh my god! Its Hermione! Its Hermione!" I jump up run towards her and the others and tackle her with hugs.

"Welcome back, Hermione," Ron says shaking her hand awkwardly.

"It's good to be back," She says, "Congratulations. I can't believe you solved it."

"We had loads of help from you," Harry says.

"We couldn't have done it without you," Ron says.

"Literally would of taken us years without you," I say.

"Thanks," She says.

"Could I have your attention, please?" Professor McGonagall says. I hug Hermione again then walk back to my own table.

"Before we begin the feast ...let us have a round of applause for Professor Sprout, Madam Pomfrey...whose Mandrake juice has been so successfully administered...to all who had been Petrified," Dumbledore says. A round of applause erupts from around the room. "Also, in light of the recent events... .as a school treat... all exams have been canceled."

"Oh sweet lord yes," I say.

"Didn't study huh?" Draco asks.

"Not a bit," I say. The doors swing open and everyone shuts up. I see Hagrid and smile. He was back.

"Oh, no. Sorry I'm late. The owl that delivered my release papers got all lost and confused. Some ruddy bird called Errol," Hagrid says, "And I'd just like to say that if it hadn't been for you, Harry and Ron... and Y/n ...and Hermione, of course.....I would still be you-know-where... ..so I'd just like to say thanks."

"There's no Hogwarts without you, Hagrid," Harry says. They hug and everyone claps. It was an adorable scene. We all stand proudly. I even yank up Draco. I run over and join them. Cheering for him loudly.

******

"Once again back here waiting to go home," Draco says.

"Yeah," I nod.

"Its been a good year," He says.

"It really has," I say, "sorry I haven't been there with you much."

"Its fine," he says. 

"I can make it up to you," I say.

"How?" He asks. I walk up to him confidently. My heart beating out of my chest and place my lips on his. For a short passionate. Slightly awkward kiss. I pull away and smile. He stood still from shock.

"Bye Draco," I say, "don't forget to write." I walk away. Only looking back to see the boy frozen in place.