The young couple had been looking for a house to live in. It had to be big enough for a family but not too big.
Hermione found just that.

That afternoon they visited the house. It had a big main bedroom for them with a beautiful view, four other bedrooms, a nice big living room and kitchen, a big front and back yard for kids to play , everything about it was beautiful and perfect.

"I think this place is perfect and the price is within reason," Harry said. "I love it."

Hermione smiled hugging him, "then we'll have to talk to the owners and get everything done so it can be ours."

The next week they arranged everything and the house was finally theirs. They had to buy some furniture but at least they had a mattress.

Blaise and Ginny popped in for a visit and to give them a beautiful undying flower. Hermione gave Ginny a big hug, "how're the quidditch trials going?"

"I got through the first stage and if Harry gets around to writing that letter I might make the second stage."

Both women turned to Harry. Harry put his arms up, "I will Gin, I'll send it to you tomorrow."

Blaise chuckled, "Draco and I already wrote ours. By the way, you two should ask Asty for help with decorating your home. She has a good eye for that."

"She's actually going to help us tomorrow." Harry informed.

They talked for a bit until the couple had to leave.

The next day Astoria helped them picking out furniture and paint. Harry left her and Hermione halfway through the day to talk to McGonagall about a potential job.

"I think this brown couch would go great with the telly stand." Astoria pointed at a big couch.

Hermione nodded, "honestly, how do you find all the right options in so little time."

Astoria giggled, "it's a gift." they continued their search, "so you're planning for a big family?" Hermione nodded. "Me too. I would really like to have my kids play around the house and give it life. I hope to be a good mum."

Hermione noticed Astoria was playing with the ring Draco proposed marriage to her with. "Asty, you and Draco will be amazing parents. Your kids will love you."

Astoria smiled, "thank you."

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With everything Astoria helped them buy, Harry and Hermione got right into work to put everything where it belonged. "how did the meeting with McGonagall go?"

Harry shrugged fixing a painting, "she said that she'll tell me if there's a spot for me in one class. She was very excited, we ate some biscuits over tea afterwards."

Hermione kissed his cheek, "I'm happy you found something that makes you happy."

Harry raised an eyebrow looking at her. He wrapped an arm around her waist leaned in, "Haven't you heard? You are the one that makes me happy."

Hermione tried to close the gap between them but Harry leaned back, "we have to finish putting everything first."

Hermione placed her hand gently on his chest, "Fine but I get to pick the first movie we watch."

Harry shrugged, "I get to pick what we eat and since we've been doing all the remodeling today maybe we should just order pizza."

"sounds good."

They finished putting up their furniture with help of magic just in time for their pizza to arrive.

The couple sat in front of the telly as they ate their pizza. Hermione looked over at Harry and smiled, this was home. Being able to have a safe place for them where they could just let go of their worries and be with each other was something she loved. She was beyond happy to finally finish putting everything into place.

Harry couldn't believe he finally felt at home in a place that wasn't his school. Deep in his heart he knew that the only thing that mattered a was that Hermione was there with him. She was his home and he was sure she felt the same about him. He envisioned their kids running around in their home.

They finished their pizza and cuddled on the couch watching the rest of the movie. Both feeling too tired to move to their bedroom but happy to be in each other's arms.