Another Day in the Department of Mysteries-Epilogue

So there you have it, the real story of Voldemort's downfall. I have to say that I am immensely proud of everyone for all they did.

But, no, I never expected it to turn out that way. I had always expected to be Voldemort's vanquisher, but things don't always turn out the way they're expected to, do they?

Anyway, now that the war is finally over, I probably should mention to you what became of everyone.

For starters, Ron and Hermione eventually fell in love, what a shock, and married a few years after the war. They haven't had any children yet, but there's still time. They went back to school to finish their educations, much to Hermione's liking, and both became accomplished Aurors.

Remus landed a high paying job at the Ministry shortly after the war ended. That may come as a bit of a shock with all the werewolf prejudices that people have, but after Ministry officials heard of all that Remus had done for the war, they realized what jerks they had been and decided to give him a chance, which, of course, he gladly accepted.

Tonks ended up adopting little Brittany as her daughter and became one of the most respected Aurors in the field. I thought the last was rather appropriate of her, considering all the students she had successfully trained. Oh, and by the way, she and Remus are now dating. We'll have to see how that turns out.

Neville and Ginny eventually married and now have four children named Kayla, Molly, Anna, and Jack. They have yet to get away from all the publicity that they received from being the "knight" and "damsel in distress" as many had dubbed them after the war, but they're getting use to it. Neville's actually kind of happy about it, to tell you the truth. For the first time in his life, he's being recognized for being something other than a klutz. But, it came as no surprise to me. I always had confidence in him. I knew he had the courage to do what was right.

Cho has yet to be married. But, since the war, she has founded an organization for the helping of widows who have lost their husbands to unjust causes. Now, Cedric and I aren't quite sure if Cho considers herself a widow, but we're grateful for her to be thinking of us in her cause.

Peter Pettigrew was sent to Azkaban, but not before apologizing to the world—and, more importantly, his mother— for his cruel, deceitful acts of betrayal. As you can imagine, she was more upset than anyone else, but accepted her son's apology after a few months.

Dumbledore and Grindelwald stayed very good friends until Dumbledore's death three months after the war. But, Dumbledore did not die before telling his brother Aberforth how sorry he was for all the pain he had caused him as a result of Ariana's death. I have had the pleasure of speaking to Ariana a number of times, and she says that she does not, nor ever did, hold any blame on Albus for her death. I vividly remember the exuberant look on her face when she jumped into her brother's arms. It was indeed the happiest moment she ever had.

As for Grindelwald, he returned to Germany but remains in hiding from the authorities. They'll never catch him, you mark my words.

Regulus resumed his teaching position at Hogwarts, but took up summer residence at Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place. Kreacher was so ecstatic at seeing his old Master back that he became a Hogwart's House-Elf just so he could be closer to him.

And last, but not least, Sirius. He resumed his job as an Auror (he had held the position sixteen years previously), and met a beautiful named Jana Wilder. They married three years after their meeting and now have three children, James, Harry, and Lily. I'm very proud of Sirius for being able to endure so much in his life. His is the mark of a true hero.

As for me, I'm very satisfied with my life, and I wish all of you the best.

Yours Truly,

Harry James Potter

End Note: C'est Fini! I hope all of you enjoyed my first fanfic ever! Please remember to review and comment on specific aspects of the story.

This story is dedicated

To Taylor,

To Vanessa,

To Stephanie,

To Danielle,

To Molly,

To Hena,

And To Tiffany,

Much Love to all of you. You are my sisters forever and ever.

Amélie