"Sorry," Ron said, his response a bit of a laugh, and he hugged her tight when she wrapped her arms around his shoulders. He almost didn't want to let go, but finally did grinning as Hermione pressed a kiss to his lips again.

It did feel a bit fast, a bit like their lives were racing ahead already. He felt a bit dizzy still, but the expression on Hermione's face and the way her eyes lit up made him feel like it was all going to be alright. This was something else that they were going to get to do together.

He hadn't meant to worry her, though, but wrapping his head around what she'd said had taken a moment.

"Wasn't really expecting that, y'know."