After years of buildup, Hermione and Ron finally get together in the Deathly Hallows.
In the Epilogue, we find out she becomes a Weasley and lives happily ever after with her redheaded hubby.
Let's be honest, Hermione was better off by her damn self.
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Ron's jealousy is suffocating to someone like Hermione who has her own individual spirit.
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And on the other extreme, Harry's ego is annoying.
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So is his constant need to be validated.
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Ron and Harry rely on Hermione more than she depends on them.
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In fact, she's so self-sufficient that they usually just get in her way.
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Friends are way better than fleeting romances that have the potential to fail.
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Not to mention, Hermione doesn't have time for pointless diplomacy.
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If she stayed single, Hermione wouldn't have to spend her time and money on couples counseling.
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She doesn't need the extra baggage.
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Especially since marriage could stifle her independence.
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And there's more to Hermione than who her partner is.
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Hermione can clearly fight her own battles.
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And is a radical at heart.
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Plus, nearly half of marriages end in divorce.
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Her real true loves were books and knowledge, anyway.
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Maybe she just didn't want to.
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'Cause she's too busy saving everyone's ass.
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After all, marriage doesn't have to be the end goal of love.
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The real magic lies in loving yourself first.
