Somehow Harry's relationship with Ginny is still a mystery for me. He says that he loves her and he really need her as his source of comfort ... but I've got the feeling that he also likes to stay away from her as often as possible. What's Ginny for him? Does he really care about her hopes and dreams? When I was young and in love, I have tried to be close to the girl of my heart as much as possible and I have fought for it. It often seems to me that Harry has other priorities...

Author's Response: Not really sure where you're getting that's he staying away from her. Neither has actually admitted they love each other, they're still getting to know each other again. Both changed during the war. Harry does have other priorities, as I think he should, but that doesn't mean Ginny is any less. She has other priorities, too, and honestly, at their age, I think they should. I think Harry and Ginny have a healthy relationship, not an obsessive one.

Another excellent chapter. The outcome with Hermione's parents went just about how I've always imagined it would. I do enjoy reading Ron and Hermione's point of view - hope there's still more of that to come. I'm glad that Ginny is determined not to get left behind any more - Harry might be moving out and feeling ready to start work (Robards seems as if he'll be a good boss) but he definitely isn't fully recovered. A new start at Grimmauld place will probably be good for all four of them.

Author's Response: This entire story will be in the viewpoints of the four leads. (Hermione is the one I struggle with the most!) All my other stories I've tried to kept mostly from Harry's viewpoint, like canon, but I really like how this has turned out. You get to see more of some characters you never would with just Harry.

This chapter was really entertaining! It's also one of very few stories I've read that has the Grangers staying in Australia! Again, your realism with this story is much appreciated! I think it is totally realistic that the Grangers would stay for the very reasons Mr. G gave! I know it's hard on Hermoine, but with magical travel it's about as easy to visit them in Australia as England! Good thing Ron was with her! The looming trials will be helpful to Harry as far as giving him some closure! Ron and Hermoine returning will give him some needed support! I agree with your AN in the last chapter that Harry doesn't need a shrink! He does, however, need to have that talk with Ginny about the final horcrux! I think that will get him over the hump in making peace with things! And of course strengthen his relationship with her! Can't wait for the next chapter! :D:D:D:D:D:D:D

Author's Response: LOL - you're onto something, Keep reading - it's sooner than you think ;) I think you've caught the direction of this story very well, and I'm really glad you're enjoying it.

well im not surprised that hermione'sparents decided to stay where they where and no hermione did not think of everything but then again the parents would not have gone along with it if she had thought it thought.......as for ron hermione and ginny with harry in the house together well that will be fun......kutgw

Author's Response: Heh - I always like when the four of them are together. I like the chemistry amongst them all. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.

Squee! Another update! I thought maybe Hermione's parents might choose to stay where they were. I chuckled at the whole investigation of the commissioner and his name. Gee, sounds familiar. :) Glad Hermione and Ron are home. Ron didn't blow up as much as I thought he might upon hearing of the attack and of Harry's stay in hospital.

Author's Response: I'm so pleased you pointed out the Quidditch commissioner. I wonder how many other fanfiction fanatics are football fanatics, too - like me! If the judge in real life doesn't fix this - I'm using this fic as therapy, and the Quidditch commissioner, at least, will feel my wrath. ;)

I feel for poor Hermione, but her parents reaction isn't unexpected. I have a feeling Ron and Harry are eventually headed for a fight - Ron's being annoyingly overprotective. I understand he's upset about everything, but treating Harry like he's an incompetent idiot isn't good for either of them. I feel for Ginny - Harry asks Hermione to move in and not her, that's gotta hurt.

While I'm not a Patriots' fan, I have to agree with your hashtag!

Author's Response: I'm glad you can see where Hermione's parents are coming from. I know this part doesn't follow what JKR says happened in canon, but since it was already written, I kept it. I think the "trio" will become a quartet, but nothing happens over night. Ginny already has individual relationships with all of them, but her part in their group will come with time. LOL - I was so curious how many fanfiction readers would catch the football storyline. Holding my breath while awaiting the ruling.