Hello lovelies!! I'm so so so so so so so so sorry for being gone so long. I hope y'all can forgive. I had gotten a new job and it was HORRIBLE. Overtime with no time and a half, last minute changes in my schedule, working nights by myself and having to walk in the dark by myself for 10 minutes to get to my car. Ugh. Anyways, I'm back. I've missed y'all, and I hope you enjoy this update.

Fifi had apparated them to Hogwarts, just outside of the Great Hall. Before Hermione could say anything, she felt strong arms circle  around her waist. 

"You look beautiful, my love." Severus softly speaks into her ear as he kisses her neck. Hermione relaxes into his embrace. He turns her around and kisses her softly, but passionately. After they kiss, Severus guides her to the Great Hall. When the doors open, she was speechless. There were dishes, silverware, teapots, and napkins floating around. The houselves were each dressed as a character from Beauty and the Beast. Two-thirds of the school was there to celebrate her's and Severus's baby. 

"Sev.. who's idea was this?" She finally asked him as she turned around to look at him in awe. Severus smiled and kissed her forehead. 

"The students. Draco, Harry, and Ginny organized it. Minerva, Fifi, Poppy and myself just helped. Draco approached Harry with the idea as an olive branch. They got with their fellow friends and students and planned the entire thing for you, my love." Severus explained to her. She looked around for Draco, Ginny, and Harry. She found them by the refreshments table trying the grey stuff. When she made her way over, she was greeted by Draco.

"Hey there, Granger." He said, "What do you think?" he asked nervously. "Call me 'Hermione' or 'Mione' if you'd like. It's wonderful, Draco. Thank you so much. You, too, Harry and Ginny." Hermione smiled as she gave them all hugs. "This is my way of apologizing for everything I've ever done to you and and your friends during the war. I hope you can forgive me." Draco said. Hermione just smile, "Of course. Now if you'll please excuse me, I see some cupcakes calling my name." She giggled as she walked away.

Everyone was there. Minerva, Poppy, the staff, the Weasley's, OotP members and a many of the students. She found Severus and together they went and greeted many of their guest. After receiving and opening all the gifts, Severus and Hermioine turned in for the night.