Postwar, tragedy causes Hermione to abandon the Wizarding world and forge a Muggle life. And when Neville walks into her life after seven years, she struggles with her perceptions of the world she abandoned.

In their Seventh Year, the Golden Trio must face their issues while the growing threat of the war looms ahead. And on top of it all, Hermione finds herself fascinated by a certain professor... while in the arms of Neville Longbottom.

The first Christmas following the end of the war; a Ministry Yule Ball, random appearances, a little bit of sadness, and yes, a happy ending. My contribution to The Holiday Season Challenge.

Neville does a lot of contemplation. One-shot.