I'm so pleased you enjoyed the story. It was a challenge, balancing both relationships, revealing the plot, trying to time the resolution of it all so that everyone would end up where/with who they should.
I adore writing Hagrid--I think you're the only reader who's commented; I think he doesn't get enough credit or time in stories, to be honest.
Thanks for sticking with the story--I know the length of it was a bit offputting--and for letting me know you read--it's appreciated.