Wonderment
Severus emerged from the nursery and stood next to a deep window sill looking out at the fields. Harry stood next to him and slipped his warmed hand into Severus' waist, gently holding his butt in his hand. With his other hand Harry drew Severus head to him and whispered into his ear. "Severus you are a most exquisitely beautiful father." It's too soon murmured Severus. Tiny Lily had been born only three days before. Harry led Severus to a nearby chaise and helped him into a resting position. Of course. You should rest. He lightly stroked his husband's temples, down his neck and arm. You know how very dear you are as he kissed Severus on the forehead. Severus drew Harry's head to his chest, and held him there. Harry could hear a heartbeat. Harry loosened Severus belt and gently placed his hand on the inside of his thigh. I want you to feel warm and loved. He tenderly folded a plush throw about Severus. You are cosseting me. That, I am. Too long you have gone without that luxury. Severus' stillness did not reveal the astounding emotion that someone could love him so unconditionally. He thought of Lily, who would never know a time when both her fathers did not give her unconditional love. Her life would have nothing of the turbulence that he and Harry had experienced.
They stayed holding each other for several minutes until the sound of Lily crying brought Severus upright. "I will get her.", Harry said as he eased Severus back down to rest. He returned with a bundle of pink baby and black hair. After placing her in Severus arms, Harry sat nearby. "I love you Severus and Lily so much." "I love you too." Severus said, brushing his hand across Harry's face. Harry reached across Severus and Lily. He tenderly kissed his family. Both Severus and Harry held Lily as they took in the wonderment of the moment.