Surviving Love

Chapter Nine

More Time Passing Through Letters

January 17

Dear Violet,

I really love the photo album that you gave me for Christmas. The gang and I have been adding new pictures. Not too many though since you aren't here. Grace is still sneaking around to see Oliver. The others are confused and a little worried, but I assured them that she was fine. Lisa said that you also told her it would be okay. Oh well. Blaise is planning something big for Marie, but I'm not sure what it is yet. I guess we'll all find out later. Are things in the Ministry still going well? I hope to see you sometime soon.

Love,

Harry

January 19

Dear Harry,

I'm glad that you like the photo album. Fill it with pictures of the ones who are important to you. I wonder when Grace and Oliver are coming clean about their relationship. Who knows? Probably when she has graduated and it's no longer a teacher-student relationship. I'm rather excited about whatever Blaise is planning for Marie. Things here are going the way they always do. Although I have to say that now that we have a new Minister things are better. Fudge was a complete idiot. Now that he's gone, things are settling down. I miss you, but hopefully I'll get a day off in a month or so.

Love,

Violet

February 7

Dear Violet,

Valentine's Day is seven days away. Is there anything in particular you want? I wish we could spend the day together. I know that you don't get much time off, so I'll just send you your present via owl. I miss you tons, Vi. Who knew that I'd find someone who I'd miss to this extent? Sorry, I'm babbling aren't I? Write back soon.

Love,

Harry

February 9

Dear Harry,

There's nothing I want more than your presence but I have work to do and bad guys don't stop for lovers. Stupid evil people messing up my holiday. Personally I think that's why they're evil. No one gave them chocolate on Valentine's Day or roses. So, they decided to take it out on the rest of us. I miss you terribly as well. I'll come see you as soon as possible.

Love,

Violet

xXx

When Valentine's Day morning did roll around, Violet was sitting in her office, a stack of paperwork in front of her. A knock sounded on her door, and she looked up.

"Come in," she called. The door slowly opened to reveal a grinning Harry, casually leaning against the doorframe. Violet's eyes widened as she took in the sight of Harry, dressed in casual black slacks, a dark green button up shirt, and black shoes, standing in the doorway. She jumped up and ran into his arms. His arms wrapped around her, enveloping her in a tight hug. She pulled back and looked up into his face.

"What are you doing here? How did you get here?" she asked, slightly confused. Harry just smiled down at her.

"For the first question, today is Valentine's Day after all, and I wanted to spend it with my beautiful girlfriend. As for the second question, I used a Portkey. Dumbledore arranged everything after I explained how we didn't get to see each other often. Then, he put in a word with the Minister and got you the rest of the day off. So, grab your things, and let's go. We have the whole day ahead of us."

"Wait. You got me the whole day off and convinced Dumbledore to let you come?" she asked, stunned at all he had done.

"Yep. Now hurry up. We have reservations, and we can't be late," he said as he grabbed her cloak and draped it around her shoulders. She quickly grabbed her wand and purse before letting Harry lead her out of the office. She locked the door and warded it.

"So where are we going?" Violet asked, as they made their way out of the Ministry. Harry just grabbed her and Apparated to Muggle London. He then grabbed her hand and hailed a cab. He hustled her into the cab before she could ask more questions.

"It's a surprise, and no I won't tell you even if you pout those pretty lips of yours." He chuckled as he lightly tapped said lips with his finger. He gave the cab driver an address that was unfamiliar to Violet. They soon arrived outside a large building. They got out, and Harry paid the driver. As he led her into the building, she noticed the quick drop in temperature. They went through a door, and Violet saw a large ice rink. She gasped at the sight before her. She turned to Harry with wide eyes.

"I know you've always wanted to learn how to ice skate, so I hired a private instructor for an hour and a half this morning." Violet squealed and threw her arms around him. He hugged her back before tugging her towards a slender man who was approaching them.

"Violet, this is Antoine. He's our instructor. And yes, I'm taking lessons with you. Can't have you falling without me there to catch you can we?" Antoine started instructing them on the proper way to lace up the skates and the beginning tips on how to start. When their time was up, Harry and Violet had hit the ice more times than they could count but had had tons of fun. They got off the ice, returned their skates, and drank some hot chocolate. After a few minutes, they finished their hot chocolate, and Harry tugged Violet to her feet.

"Now on to our next stop," he said pulling her out the door. Violet barely had time to collect herself before Harry had Apparated them to another part of Muggle London. This time they were in the central shopping center of London. Violet's eyes grew wide as she took in all the clothing stores. She turned to look at Harry with a curious look.

"Well, I need a new wardrobe and I figured you could help me pick out things that you like since we have all agreed that I have no fashion sense. And you can get whatever you want for yourself as well. Money is not an issue here, so go crazy." Violet shrieked in joy and proceeded to drag him to every clothing store in the area. Three hours and six stores later, they were piled down with bags. Harry shrank them all and put them into separate piles and sent them to their respective locations, Harry's rooms at Hogwarts and Violet's apartment.

"I don't know about you, but I'm getting rather hungry," Harry stated. Violet agreed, and they went to a quaint little restaurant in the shopping center. After eating, Harry blindfolded Violet and Apparated them into a building.

"Where are we now?" she questioned, excited about her latest surprise. Harry then removed the blindfold, and Violet blinked a few times before taking in what she saw. She was surrounded by books in the most beautiful library she had ever seen. The few windows in the room reached from the floor to the ceiling. The room was decorated in different shades of purple and gold in a very artistic fashion. Violet moved towards the books, awe and wonder in her eyes. She rested her hand gently on the back of one of the books before turning to Harry.

"This is the library in the Potter Manor. When I became of age, the goblins at Gringotts contacted me and informed me of the house. I had the house elves decorate the room with instructions that your favorite color was purple, and this was the result. I hope you like it."

"You did all of this for me?" she said, a thin sheen of tears in her eyes. Harry went to her and wrapped her in his arms. She tucked her face into the crook of his neck.

"Of course I did this for you. I wanted to show you how special you are to me and to give you a place of your own... I don't know. I guess a kind of happy place. The wards will recognize you, so you can apparate here directly if you ever want to come here on your own." He held her tighter as he felt tears on his neck.

"This is the sweetest thing anyone has ever done for me. Thank you." She tilted her head up and kissed him gently. She stood there in the circle of his arms for a few moments more before she went to inspect the books on the shelves. There were many books, even Muggle ones. A few hours later, Violet had thoroughly explored the library while Harry had sat in a comfy lavender arm chair, reading. When she was finished, he stood and led her out of the library.

"The house-elves have prepared a special dinner for us," he said as he led her out onto the balcony. Night had fallen and the stars were out in full glory. On the balcony, there was a table set for two with a candle in the middle.

"A candlelit dinner under the stars. What more could a girl ask for?" Violet said as Harry led her to the table. Harry pulled her chair out and, once she was comfortable, sat down himself. The elves then began to serve a delicious dinner of roast beef, scalloped potatoes, and, Violet's favorite vegetable, broccoli. For dessert, they had chocolate covered strawberries and whipped cream. They fed each other the delicious fruit, accompanying each bite with a kiss. They then toasted each other with champagne and settled down under a blanket to watch the stars. When Violet fell asleep, Harry carried her into a prepared bedroom and changed her clothes into pajamas. He then changed into his own pajamas and slid into bed next to her. She instantly curled into his side. Harry smiled and wrapped his arms around her.

"Happy Valentine's Day, Vi," he whispered, before drifting off to sleep. The next morning, he escorted Violet back to the Ministry, and after a tender kiss, he took the Portkey back. Violet grinned and went back to the work she had abandoned the day before.

xXx

February 17

Dear Violet,

I've filled out my application to be in the Auror training program. I hope I get in the program. You know, when I had to get recommendations, McGonagall, Dumbledore, and even Snape all gave me wonderful letters. I was rather surprised about Snape, but oh well. What do you think? Hermione wants to train to be a Healer, and I think Lisa does too. Draco and Ron applied with me. I hope we all get in. How awesome would it be it if we all could work together in the Ministry? We could have lunch whenever it fit into our schedules. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed your Valentine's Day. I had fun spending the day with you. Maybe I could do it again someday. Come visit you, I mean. Write back soon.

Love,

Harry

February 20

Dear Harry,

I hope all goes well with your applications. I'm sure they'll accept the boy-who-killed-the-evilest-nastiest-thing-creature-person-in-the-world into their Auror training program. Personally, I'll feel safer knowing you'll be protecting us all. Send my best wishes to Ron and Draco as well. Snape probably put his past behind him, or he could have just wanted you to be able to provide a living for his favorite student of all time, who is me in case you didn't catch that. Working in the Ministry with the three of you will most likely be a disaster if Ron and Draco are paired together. Valentine's Day was the best day of my life, and I will never forget it.

Love,

Violet

March 15

Dear Violet,

I got in! I am now officially an Auror-in-Training! Can you believe it? My dream's coming true. And when I'm training, I'll be at the Ministry and can see you more often. Ron and Draco got in as well. The gang is throwing us a party in celebration. It won't be the same without you, but I'll manage. When I got the letter, I immediately turned to tell you, but then I remembered you weren't here with me. So, I'm sending you all my happiness until you are back in my arms. When you return, I'll be happy again. I know it's sappy, but hey, that's how I feel. I miss you. Write back soon.

Love,

Harry

March 17

Dear Harry,

Congratulations! I knew you'd get in! Give my congratulations to Ron and Draco as well. I'll keep your happiness and send you my own. Have fun at the party and the next thing you know I'll be back in your arms. See you soon.

Love,

Violet

March 21

Dear Violet,

It was so amazing seeing you this weekend. What a great surprise. Graduation's coming soon, and then it'll be off to Auror training. Just yesterday Dumbledore announced that there's to be a ball, and I was wondering if you would do me the honor of being my date. The ball is to be held after the graduation ceremony which is on the 30^th of June. Graduation is in the morning so you'll have the entire afternoon to get ready. Please say you'll come. Blaise and Draco have been giving Ron and I dance lessons, so hopefully, I won't embarrass you with my dancing. Dumbledore said that it's going to be like the Muggle prom so we have to wear tuxedos. To tell you the truth, I'm pretty excited about this dance. A chance to hold you close and waltz you around seems amazing right now. Hope you can come.

Love,

Harry

March 23

Dear Harry,

I would love to be your date! I was planning on coming to graduation anyway, so I already got the day off. Now to go shopping! Oh darling, you just handed me a wonderful opportunity. I can't wait. I'll be there the evening before so we can have dinner together or with the gang. I can't believe graduation is right around the corner. How time flies. I can't wait to see you either, and the thought of being swept into your arms seems rather amazing to me too.

Love,

Violet

March 26

Dear Violet,

Hope all is well. We had so much fun when you came to visit last weekend. I know you and Harry love each other, but sometimes I wish he wouldn't hog you so much. Isn't Oliver just the handsomest though? It's just sad almost, how enamored of him I am. Was I too obvious? I don't want him to know how deeply I'm in love with him because I don't know yet what I want to do next year. Also...I'm not sure if he feels that deeply for me. I don't know if that is possible. We have decided to open up our secret at the Graduation Ball since he is coming as my date. By now Lisa, Marie, Hermione, and Draco know. I'm sure Ron and Blaise have guessed, but they don't care. Strange, you must think that Draco knows, but he actually asked me. He was kind about it, I assure you, but we were in the corner of the library, and he wanted to know how we were, as if he were truly interested. Anyways, I will be officially graduated at the Ball, so few worries about the unveiling of the romance.

Oh my goodness! Speaking of the Ball, I found my dress, and it is epically beautiful! Let me tell you all about it. First off, it is strapless, full-length, a little poufy, and in a spectacular metallic teal. The edges and skirt are trimmed with shimmering icy stones and silver vines. I've also played around with some charms of my own and spelled the edges to smoothly shift shades throughout the evening. From purple, to blue to green to yellow/gold to red to a beautifully warm pink. I have a shining elegant rhinestone tiara. It is small, but brilliant, with vines to match the dress. I'm working on putting the same color-changing charm on the stones, but it's difficult.

Professor McGonagall keeps telling me that I have a rare talent for complicated charms, and I think it might have been her that slipped an application into my owl's mail last week. An application for Hogwarts! I don't even know what I think of the idea, so please give me your honest opinions. I admit, the thought of staying with Oliver is extremely tempting, but I only want to do it if it's really what I desire. I mean, I do love helping my friends with their Charms, and it's the only academic subject that I actually read about for fun, unlike you and Hermione. Well I'm going to think about it. The application is due in a month. Also...umm, I would really... well it would probably help a whole lot if I had a glowing recommendation from the Ministry. So, uh, if you know anyone that's interested in helping me out, let me know! I love you, and miss you tons!

Love,

Grace

March 28

Dear Grace,

Everything here is going well. We've rounded up all the Death Eaters and put them in Azkaban. I've been to so many trials that if I never see another court room, I'll be too happy. Reliving the war is not something I want to do ever and especially not over and over again. It's times like these that I really appreciate Harry, Ron, and Hermione for defeating Voldemort.

Oliver is rather handsome. He's got that Quidditch toned body too. I do so appreciate that in a man. If I may say, I think you have wonderful taste in men. It was obvious to me how you feel but boys are oblivious to women's emotions. The girls might have noticed but I'm not sure. Follow your heart and things will work out well. It's nice that he's going to be your date to the Ball. I'm sure it will cause a splash.

Your dress sounds gorgeous and I can't wait to see you in it. I'm sure you'll be beautiful. I haven't found my dress yet but when I do I'll let you know. I'll be there the day before so we can see each other before the Ball. Just think we can all get ready in my suite. I have plenty of space and with a few modifications it'll be perfect for our needs.

About you applying, I think it would be a brilliant idea. I know Harry and Ron owe some of their success in Charms to you, and I think you would be an amazing teacher. But make sure that it's what you truly want and not just about Oliver. I know you already know not to follow some man, but I just thought I would restate the point. Other than that, I think you would be great. I'm sure I can find someone in the Ministry to give you a recommendation. I miss you as well, dear heart.

Love,

Violet

April 12

Dear Violet,

I'M GETTING MARRIED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Blaise proposed!!!! That's why he's been acting so weird recently! You were right all along, he wasn't cheating on me! OMG Violet, I'm just so excited right now!!! And it was sooooo perfect!!!!!!!!! Last night, he didn't show up to dinner, and so I was worried again because I didn't know where he was. But then, a little black owl flew into the Great Hall, and it came to me with a note in Blaise's handwriting. So, I was really confused, but I read the note, and it told me to meet him in the Astronomy Tower after curfew. So a little bit after curfew, I borrowed Harry's invisibility cloak and snuck out and went up to the Astronomy Tower, and when I got up there, he had set up this perfect little picnic for us in the tower! He had a bunch of chocolate-covered strawberries for dessert with some rather amazing champagne. So we were just sitting there talking, and he said that the reason he'd disappeared sometimes is that he was setting this up. I was still a little confused as to why it would take quite that many disappearances to set up a picnic, but I let it go because then he pulled me up to stand at the edge of the tower and asked me to look up at the stars with him.

So we spent a few minutes looking at the beautiful night sky, then gradually, the stars started slowly moving. I was shocked, so I looked at him to see if he knew what was going on, and he had the most amazing smile on his face, but he looked slightly nervous as well. He told me to keep watching, so I looked back to the sky, and I saw that the stars were coming together to form some sort of a shape. Once they had all come together, they formed an image in the sky of the most beautiful ring I have ever seen. Then, all of a sudden, the ring became real, and it started moving towards us. As it came, it reduced in size. Then, Blaise turned my head to kiss me, and when we broke apart, the ring had come to rest on the ring finger of my left hand, and it reduced in size to fit me perfectly. Then, I turned to look at Blaise, and he got down on one knee and said, "You are as essential to me as the stars are to the night sky. Without the stars, the night sky wouldn't be what it is, and without you, I wouldn't be the man I am today. Since we became friends, and even more so since we started dating, you have made me the person I now am, and I don't ever want to live a single day without you. Will you marry me?"

I was shocked to say the least and stood there in stunned silence. After a moment, he shifted slightly. "Baby?" he said. I shook myself before squealing rather loudly and flung myself into his arms. "Yes!" I cried, "Yes, yes and a thousand times yes!" He then proceeded to kiss me breathless and twirl me around. When spent the rest of the night talking and planning for our future. Isn't that the most romantic thing you've ever heard?! Oh, I love him so much, Vi! You will be one of my bridesmaids won't you? Oh I can hardly wait for you to get here so we can make plans! I barely slept a wink at all last night; I was so busy replaying his proposal in my mind. I miss you so much and love you too! Write back soon!

Love,

Marie

April 14

Dear Marie,

OMIGOD!!! That was the most amazing proposal I have ever heard! A ring made out of the stars! That is too romantic. That is a story to tell your kids and grandkids. I feel a little bad for the rest of the guys though. They're never going to be able to top that. While Draco's will be terribly expensive, I think Blaise has him beat in the romance and memorable department. I'm so happy for you, and of course I will be one of your bridesmaids. I'll be there soon, and we can plan everything. How long do you intend to wait? Make it a long engagement because we have so much to plan! Personally, I think your theme should have yellow in it or maybe blue. I don't know, I'm too excited to think clearly. YOU'RE GETTING MARRIED!!! I'm so excited about being in the wedding. Oh, I bet you are going to be beautiful coming down the aisle! You do realize that this means we have to go shopping for a wedding dress? And don't forget your bachelorette party! A girls' night on the town! Can anyone say clubbing?! Oh, I wish I was there with you to scream and jump up and down. I bet the whole castle knows of the whole story by now. Congratulations, darling. I love and miss you as well. Hopefully, I'll see you soon!

Love,

Violet

April 24

Dear Violet,

I am so excited. It's almost time for the Ball...well, and Graduation. I can't wait to see you again. It sucks how busy we have all been. We've barely been able to keep up with our letters. My self-writing quill has been on the fritz lately, so I am writing this one by hand, ugh! There is a poetic element to doing so I suppose. So, this is random, but I've been becoming really good friends with Hermione and Draco. You know I am good at helping people with their issues, and they have plenty between the two of them.

Also, the BAMFest thing happened a few days ago in our dueling workshop. Hermione and Draco both got randomly chosen to duel against each other, which was awkward (you know how intense that class gets. It's almost like the real deal). Although you scared Draco into goodness at the beginning of the year, duels are competitive and always seem to bring back his cruel side. So... we were all a bit nervous. It all got setup so fast, none of us had a chance to talk to him, but we saw that evil glint in his eyes. As soon as the duel began, Draco was throwing very aggressive curses at Hermione. Of course, she was frightened and surprised, so she wasn't defending herself properly or fighting back much against her own boyfriend. Just before Snape ran to end it, Hermione seemed to come to her senses and stood up with her jaw set in angry defiance. "Buccinate!" she yelled and a powerful gust of wind blew Draco down and pinned him to the ground. Violet, it was so awesome! That was an ancient curse that none of us had ever witnessed in use before. It requires powerful emotion along with complete mental control, which isn't a highly possible combination. Draco gave her one last awed look before falling unconscious, and had to be taken to the Hospital Wing. As you well know, Hermione's stubborn pride stands strong, and she has yet to forgive him, though I'm sure she will soon. He has been the most precious boy ever since it happened.

Ooh, that reminds me, I've put in my application for Charms professor. Professor Flitwick has been dying to retire for years, and he's been happy as a Cornish pixie for days. Maybe I'm just imagining things, but they could be related. Oh, and thanks so much for the excellent, glowing recommendation. Even though, I'm sure Dumbledore knows we are best friends, the board that has to evaluate me will hopefully be impressed by the strong recommendation from the Ministry.

I suppose you might be curious what Oliver thinks of the whole situation. I would have liked to keep it a secret until I actually knew if I had the job, but that isn't likely due to my age, yet I felt we had to talk about it anyways. He was shocked at first that I had applied so decisively. Secondly, he became very firm and asked me seriously if this was what I truly wanted despite him. After a long rant from me, I convinced him that I had thought and reflected on it thoroughly, and discovered that this job was truly my ambition for the time being. Then, his grim face broke into joyous laughter as he embraced me and twirled me around in the air. He held me protectively to his chest with muscular arms. He whispered into my ear, "You have no idea how much it would have hurt if I had had to say goodbye to you." At this I pulled away a bit, stared into his eyes, and finally said what I had been afraid to say "...I love you, Oliver." His hands halted their caressing, his face froze, and his breath was taken. "You-you do?" he stammered quietly. "You have no idea how much." I admitted at last, burying my face into the warmth of his neck. His hands slid to the sides of my neck, and he carefully leaned his mouth to my ear and whispered back "I love you too, Grace." My mouth fell open in disbelief as his lips fell towards mine. The harder he crushed my body into the contour of his, I began to believe his love and his need for me, and like the love I have for him. It is still so hard to accept, but I have. He is in love with me, Violet! And I am in love with him. I don't mean to be a faerie, but it is all too good to be true. Now I really hope I get the job. Oh, and Oliver is sending a hopefully objective recommendation letter of his own, teehee. Goodness, I'm so happy! I love you and miss you. I can't wait for the Ball. Our gorgeous raiment will be epic! See you in a few weeks! I don't care how busy you are, you better write back, and tell me if I'm crazy.

Love,

Grace

April 26

Dear Grace,

Once again that has got to be the longest letter I have ever received in my life. Sorry your self-writing quill isn't working properly. Now you know what the rest of the world goes through. So, Draco was a complete idiot to Hermione, huh? Well I can't say I'm surprised. I knew his idiot training would kick in as soon as things got good. I'm rather proud of Hermione though. That spell is rather hard to learn, and it took me a long while to master it. Where did she find it anyway? Ask her for me. This is me secretly laughing at the image of Draco being precious in his attempts to get Hermione back. I could tell him that it's going to take a lot of groveling before he's back in her good graces. Maybe you should talk to her and get her to calm down.

I'm glad you put in your application. I think you're a shoe-in for the job. That has got to be one of the most romantic broom closet romances I have ever heard. I know you weren't in a broom closet but that's where it all started for me anyway (and poor poor Harry). I'm glad that he loves you in return and will personally cause him all amounts of bodily harm should he ever hurt you in any form or fashion. The Ball is coming soon and I feel very nervous. I miss Harry very much, and I hope that the entire night is perfect. We are all going to look stunning in our dresses. See you soon!

Love,

Violet

April 28

Dear Violet,

How are you? You are missed around here. Merlin, I wish you could be here lately. We need our peacekeeper. I assume the girls have already told you about the unfortunate duel between Hermione and me. I'm such a bloody prat. I don't know what came over me, Vi. Please, I need your help. Grace has softened her up a bit, but it's been over a week, and she will barely look in my direction. I'm going crazy! Sorry, I just... I finally had her, and she is the best thing that has ever happened to me, and I don't want to lose her. I can't lose her. We all love you and miss you. Also, watch out for the witch, as my mother is coming for some project to the Ministry next week.

Sincerely,

Draco Malfoy

P.S. Hermione is so hot when she's angry. The way she looked as she hexed me made me want to ravage her...but don't tell her that.

April 30

Dear Draco,

Did I not warn you that if you hurt her your life was forfeit?! Stupid boy! Now what would be the best way to kill you? Let me think...Don't panic idiot, I'm not going to kill you...yet. Now, it seems to me that you were a big prat, don't you think? What you're going to have to do is let go of that Malfoy pride and grovel. And I mean beg and plead, and try to sway with lots of gifts, and tell her that you were a complete idiot, and that nothing is more important to you than she is. Now you'll probably have to trap her in a room somewhere first, before she'll listen to you, so I suggest you think of a way to do that. Of course, she's the best thing that's ever happened to you! You love her, you great moron! And when you're in love that person is obviously the best for you. Way to go, lover boy, for completely screwing that up. You'll get no sympathy from me. You had better fix things, or your head will be on the line. Thanks for the heads up about your mom.

Love,

Violet

P.S. Yeah, Hermione is pretty hot when she's mad, but I didn't need to know about the whole you ravaging her thing. That was a little more than I wanted to know. Now go fix it.

June 12

Dear Violet,

Hello darling! I'm rather excited that you'll be here soon. First graduation, then the Ball, and then the rest of our lives. Who knew the future could be so thrilling? I remember a time when all I did was dread the future, but it seems you've brought hope back to me. Thank you so much for that, and I miss you terribly. I can hardly wait for your return. Oh, I wish the days would fly by so I could see you sooner. Write back soon.

Love,

Harry

June 14

Dear Harry,

I miss you too, darling. I can hardly sleep in anticipation of when I get to be with you again. I'm so happy that I bring you some joy as you have filled my life with happiness and wonder. I swear that time has slowed down. The days seem to drag on until I can be in your arms again. See you soon.

Love,

Violet

June 28

Dear Violet,

You're going to be here tomorrow evening. Wow, it's been forever since I last saw you. I'm excited about seeing you, but I'm nervous. I know it seems a little silly, but I'm worrying over seeing you again. I remember the first time I saw you. I was taken in by your beauty and the vivacious sparkle in your eyes. And when we started dating, every time I saw you the world just seemed right. I hope that I can see you this way for the rest of our lives. I find that I've fallen in love with you, and I've never been happier. I love you. I can't wait to see you and tell you myself. See you soon.

Love always,

Harry

P.S. There's a package with this. I hope you like it.

xXx

With trembling hands, Violet opened the package. Inside was a beautiful gold locket. Slowly she opened the locket which contained miniature pictures, one of her and one of Harry. The pictures were gazing at each other, the love shining in their eyes. Violet clutched the locket and sank to her knees, sobs shaking her whole body.