Ron hadn't waited too long after lunch was over to leave for Shell Cottage. He didn't mind spending time with Hermione and her parents, but the addition of her aunt and uncle was unexpected. And though nice, he really wanted to keep his day simple.
Not there was anything simple about going to see the remaining members of his family. On Christmas. He did hope that they realised that in his last minute shopping spree, he hadn't had a chance to buy for any of them. He wondered now if he should have, but it was too late.
Arriving at the front door, he knocked, not sure what to expect. It would be weird, he knew that much.