Mourning Dawn (A Prelude to The Wand of Elder)

It is the dawn after Voldemort's defeat, and Harry struggles with his sense of loss, and his feelings of hope. G/H and R/Hr. Contains scenes that I wanted to see in Deathly Hallows, taking place after the defeat of Voldemort. It is also a prelude to a future fanfic (details within).

The Trio share a moment in the hallway after leaving the Headmaster's office. Set immediately after Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

Harry has a an extensive conversation with a most brave and faithful servant.

Harry awakes to find two women in his room, one of whom he must speak with immediately...

Harry walks on the grounds and sees the aftemath...

Harry continues his survey of the grounds and overhears two brothers' conversation.

Harry is brought a message by a strange lad...

Harry finds several friends waiting with him...

MCgonagall and Kingsley discuss schooling with the Trio and their friends...

The interview with the Head of the Department of Mysteries leads to a strange confrontation for Harry, and some insights into the state of the Ministry.

Harry learns about the activity among the goblins, and the affect it will have on his life.

Harry, Ron and Hermione discuss Harry's new position at the Ministry...

Harry goes to Hagrid's Cabin to pay his respects and condolences to the Weasleys...

As Harry goes to attend the last of the burials following the Battle of Hogwarts, a small late-night burial, Harry reflects on the comfort that he has found, and about taking care of the living...

Harry arrives at the Burrow and overhears some interesting events between Ron and Hermione...

The last chapter of this prelude. It's Harry and Ginny...

We find out what Alexander was doing in the Forest , and learn a little about this Strange Little Boy.