Re: Ben/Rose
"Thanks Rosie, I'll probably take you up on that. I was going to offer Al his pick of Dad's books. HE already has some of Mum's, I think, if they made it to Hogwarts', and I...I kinda of like the thought of their libraries being together. Books were so important to them both." Books had been to his parents like music sheets were to him.
"I'd love that. And I'm not skinny. I'm in the best shape of my life. Chasing after dragons has done wonders for my abs. I actually have them now." He grinned, slightly, because he'd never been able to stay somber for too long, and it was easier to smile than to frown. Not always, but most of the time. "You let me know when you and Bryn are ready for me, and I'll be there."