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Chapter 2- The Meeting

Harry was in awe at the story but more shocked by the name he just heard. Draco Malfoy was councilman of Charleston North Carolina and currently running for senate. Harry couldn't believe that anyone as strong willed and as anti-violent as Draco Malfoy would do this to his wife, especially one as breathtakingly gorgeous as Ginny.

"I'm sorry did you say Draco Malfoy. THE Draco Malfoy, city councilman. The same one running for senate?" asked Harry

"Yes the same man." Said Ginny

"I'm sorry, but this is a lot to hear at one time, and even harder to believe." Harry said on a sigh "Do you have any plausible proof showing that you're married to him?"

"Draco has our marriage license under lock and key. Any wedding pictures that he has hanging around the house are in places that they will be noticed if they suddenly went missing. All that I have as proof today are some newspaper clippings from when we first started "dating" and my wedding band." said Ginny.

Harry silently went through the clippings. They were all from various local papers showing a young happy couple. While looking through the pictures, he noticed that Ginny had only grown more beautiful over the years; the only difference was that the light in her eyes was gone and replaced with sadness.

"Mrs. Malfoy, I'll have to check the authenticity of the pictures but these photos date back to five years ago. Something more recent would help. For all I know these could've been pictures from when you two were at one point dating and that's it. To be honest, I don't recall seeing you on the campaign trail. I'm still surprised to hear that he could even still be married. Very little of his wife is mentioned in the news." Said Harry who didn't want to sound helpless but that's the way it was becoming.

Ginny than stood up and took off her coat and unbuttoned the first three buttons of her shirt. She rounded Harry's desk whose heart was now beating wildly. "Ginny…what are you…" started Harry. But before he could finish he glanced at what should've been creamy smooth skin but was instead a chest full of scars and bruises. Some looked as fresh as this morning. As if that wasn't enough, all around the bruises were teeth marks that had marred the beautiful skin of Ginny's breast. Suddenly the phone next to the desk rang causing Ginny and Harry to jump. He answered in a shaky voice,

"Yes Hermione" his hand shaking with so much shock and rage that he had to put the phone on speaker.

"Harry, I have a lovely young gentleman out here. I'm sorry I didn't get your name…" said Hermione

"Draco Malfoy" a deep voice replied.

Ginny's eyes went wide in fear. What is he doing here? More over what would Harry do? In his most calm voice Harry replied "Send him right up". Ginny was on the verge of tears again until Harry grabbed her arms and pushed her through a doorway that she hadn't notice before. "Get down and stay quiet.

As he was closing the door he saw the fear in her eyes. "It's gonna be alright. I promise." As an afterthought he stroked her cheek and silently closed the door. Harry straightened out his desk and sprayed some cologne in the air to get rid of Ginny's lily scented aroma. The door opened and in walked the councilman. Harry went to greet him and Ginny listened carefully.

"Good Afternoon Councilman Malfoy, what a privilege it is to have you here today." greeted Harry

"Good Afternoon Mr. Potter, and please call me Malfoy.

"Please have a seat" said Harry as he was sitting down himself.

"Thank You"

"So Council…Malfoy, tell me what brings you here today?"

"Actually my wife"

Harry inwardly stiffened but played a cool and somewhat confused façade on the outside.

"Lately I've noticed her watching a lot of court television and it seems that it's always on one of your cases. When I approached her she said that she thought it would be a good idea it if asked for your support in the upcoming elections; that you seemed like a good person and greatly benefit my efforts. From what I've seen you present yourself exceptionally well in court and you have the people's best interest at heart." Said Malfoy

Wait a minute, thought Ginny, he's saying my words. I never discussed Harry with him. Everything is word for word from my notes. The sneaky bastard had somehow realized that she was up to something and raided her belongings until he came across her journal. Thankfully Ginny was smart enough to know not to right down any part of her plan. Malfoy was finishing up his praise of Harry's work.

"… and that's why I think you would be the best lawyer to join my campaign trail. Of course all the media attractions and such will be paid for. Basically you really have to do is…nothing. And just think of the publicity that this law firm would receive. This looks like a win win situation." ended Malfoy.

That was for sure. Harry would already have hopped on the opportunity if Ginny hadn't walked in an hour ago and exposed him for the asshole that he really was. No, Harry wouldn't decide now, he figured he would mull it over for a bit…or at least act like it.

"Council…Malfoy, this is a big request that you have and I think I might need some time to think it over. But, I can assure you that my answer will be one you'll want to hear."Said Harry

"Perfectly understandable" said Malfoy "I actually have a few more stops to make for my recruitment trail before I'm through. So how bout I give you a call around the end of the month for your answer" said Malfoy

"Sure, by that time, I should have made up my mind." Said Harry

Both men stood and shook hands. Harry walked Malfoy to the doo and opened it for him. As Malfoy was walking out he remembered.

"Ooh Shot. I just remembered that my wife is helping me on the campaign trail as well. I believe that you were one of her stops. If she comes by give me a call so I can come and get her to save her a trip."

"Sure, What her name?" asked Harry

"Ginny Malfoy, though sometimes she uses her maiden name of Weasley so that she isn't recognized." Said Malfoy

"When or if she comes by, I'll have Hermione give you a call right away" said Harry

"Thanks man" said Malfoy.

This time when they shook hands, Harry put more force than necessary into the handshake because of his newfound anger. This power caused Malfoy to flinch and pull back his hand quickly. It was then that Harry noticed the ace wrap around Malfoy's wrist.

"Sorry about that" said Harry "Is your hand okay?"

"Yeah it's fine; I've just got a little sprain on my wrist for slamming the bathroom door on it. But the pain was worth it" said Malfoy

"Forgive me for asking, but why was the pain worth it?"

"My wife was running away from me this morning' said Malfoy with a sly grin a wiggling eyebrows. "When I caught her things got a little….rough and in the heat of the moment the bathroom door slammed on my wrist. But for what we shared, I'd let the door slam 100 times over." said Malfoy.

To an unknowing individual that sounded erotically romantic, but Harry knew that Malfoy's bandaged wrist had something to do with Ginny's fresh bruises. Harry played it off coyly.

"That must be some woman you have" said Harry

"Yeah she is. Actually do you know a Hallmark store around here? I don't want to jinx it but I think Ginny's pregnant." Said Malfoy with pride in voice.

Utterly shocked Harry began "Well congratulations! I wish you and your wife the best."

"Thank you, and remember if Ginny comes by any time, just let me know."

"Alright, if I see her I'll be sure to let her know.

The councilman left Harry and said a smooth goodbye to Hermione who replied with a warm smile. Harry quickly went to the doorway only to discover it was empty. He quickly went up the stairs that were also behind the doorway to find Ginny. He opened his apartment door and called.

"Ginny, Ginny. If you're here could you please answer me." Called Harry

He suddenly heard sobbing and turned around to see Ginny crouched in a corner rocking back and forth. He quickly went to her and kneeled beside her. Harry wondered if she knew that even in her terrible state she still looked beautiful.

"Hey, hey, it's okay. Malfoy's gone so you can calm down." Calmed Harry. When he saw that she looked somewhat relaxed he asked, "What are you doing up here?"

"I didn't want to listen to him describe be as a sex fiend when I'm really his punching bag. He always says to his buddies that I can get enough. Well I've had enough of that limp noodle wank-"

"Alright" shushed Harry "But I do have a question, are you pregnant?"

Nothing could've enraged Ginny more than this.

"Why did he say I was? Well! DID HE?" shouted Ginny

"Ginny, calm down. Malfoy only said that he had a suspicion." Reassured Harry

Ginny quickly sobered. "Well…good. Because I couldn't take him telling people that I'm pregnant. I may have given into him for the sake of my family and I may have given my body for his grotesque pleasure, but I made sure that I can in no way become pregnant by that pig." Stated Ginny

For some reason that statement had greatly overjoyed Harry. He then began to help her up.

"Come on back downstairs so that we can work out all the legal details to this case." Said Harry

"So does that mean you're going to take my case?" asked Ginny

"Well at first rather than take your case, I had planned on beating the shit out of who ever hurt you, and then leave his body in some alley for the cross-dressing prostitutes to enjoy." Said Harry

Ginny felt a laugh coming up and she knew that it would hurt so she grinned instead. Harry continued.

"But then when I met him and he made his proposition, I have to admit I was a little intrigued… for all of about 5 seconds. I would've stayed interested longer had he not made the comment about his sex life with you. That bothered me because I could tell that he was trying to cover something up. No man would go into details about his sex life with a complete stranger, especially a councilman. That's like committing electoral suicide." said Harry.

Harry was helping up Ginny when her skirt got caught on a stray nail. When she felt the resistance, she turned sharply and forgot about the pain in her side. She clutched it and moaned. Harry saw this and was about to ask her about it when she quickly recovered and said,

"Don't worry about it. It's just cramps." Said Ginny

Now normally Harry would've left it alone once something was said about that time of the month, but for some reason, he knew there was more to it. So Harry decided to try a little test.

"Did you get that nail out of your skirt? I've been meaning to hammer it to the floor for some time now." Said Harry

"Almost…wait…there." Said Ginny

"It seems like you've been through a lot today. I don't usually do this but since you happened to find your way into my apartment, would you like something to drink. Soda or tea perhaps?" said Harry

"Alright" said Ginny

Harry reached out his hand and gave Ginny a great tug that brought her to her feet a bit too quickly. Ginny was shocked by the unexpected force and fell into the hard contours of Harry chest. Harry reached his arm around Ginny to steady her but instead lightly squeezed her side. She moaned and Harry asked

"Are you alright"

"I'm fine. I told you it's just cramps."

Harry squeezed again and this time jumped back.

"Mr. Potter would you please stop that. I don't think that's anyway a lawyer should act towards their client." Said Ginny

"I completely agree with you Ginny, but when my client could possibly have a bruised or broken rib. It is my job as an individual to make sure that your alright." Said Harry.

"I…I don't know what you're talking about." Stuttered Ginny

"Come on Ginny. You told me downstairs that Malfoy sexually abuses you. And I've had broken ribs in the past, I know how they feel. Plus, you already showed me some of your bruises downstairs, why should these be any different?" asked Harry

"Because…" began Ginny

"Because what?" asked Harry

"Because… "Her voice a near whisper "these are my warning bruises."

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