Drake was not happy at all. And he had no problem telling his Papa that loud and clear. Remy had told his son he was going out for dinner with Matt. It was a week since the walk. Drake had become quite attached to Aunt Gabby. But he still had major problems with Matt. And he would not tell his Papa why. It worried Remy. He felt a bit at odds. His son was his entire world. And he did not like when his son was upset. But he was ready to start dating. Matt really seemed like he was a great guy. His dads told him what Gabby had. Drake was just not used to sharing his Papa with anyone. And this was good for both of them.
Drake was coloring when Matt came to collect Remy. "Hey little man. I hear you are going to visit your grandparents for the night."
The little boy backed away from him. "I don't like you. I don't want you near my Papa."
Matt looked the boy up and down. He had known that Drake did not like him. It was one reason it had taken so long for dinner. But it did not phase him. He expected it. Most kids did not like perspective stepfathers. And Drake would be worse. He had never had to share his Papa. Not even with his dad. He knew Draco died giving birth. Drake was a spoiled only child. And he was not going to let the little brat scare him off. He was attracted to Remy and he was going to pursue him.
Matt knelt down. "Well I think you're being a little brat. I am taking your Papa out for dinner and hopefully one day I might be your stepfather."
Drake stuck his tongue out at him. "You will never marry my Papa. And I am not a brat."
Matt was about to say something when Remy came out from the bedroom. He looked quite handsome in muggle clothes. He definitely needed to be out of robes often. He stood up and went over to Remy and handed him a flower. He thought it had likely been years since anyone had done that. He would poor on the charm. The little boy had already proven he did not like Matt for no real reason. His Papa would not believe him. As long as he continued to be nice to the little boy around Remy, Remy would not pay attention to his son's complaints. He would charm the Papa and eventually he was sure the brat would fall in line.
Remy smiled. "Thank you for this. We are just waiting for Lucius to come and collect Drake for me and then we can get going."
Drake ran at his Papa just before there was a knock at the door. "Papa don't go out with him. Man is not nice Papa. Papa don't go for dinner."
Matt put on his most innocent smile and Remy sent an apologetic look his way. Remy was confused why his son was acting this way. He had always been so polite. Remy was worried about why his son was acting up. Even in his terrible twos he had better manners then this. It made him think of dating even more. He was doing his best as a single dad. And he definitely had a lot of family around to help. But he sometimes wondered if it would be better for both him and Drake f he wed. Drake deserved two parents. Remy could not be there all of the time. Even if not Matt he knew he should consider dating more. His son deserved a family as much as Remy.
Lucius was surprised when he saw his grandson. "Hey little man what is wrong? I thought you would be happy to come and have the weekend with us."
Remy sighed. "He is. He is just a bit upset that I am going out for dinner with Matt. He was a bit rude to him and I am not sure what is going on."
Lucius was just as surprised for his grandson was usually so sweet and polite. But he promised to try and find out what. He agreed with James' dads and Gabby. The boy just needed to get used to Remy dating. He would have to see he could not have his Papa to himself. Especially if Remus was to marry again and have more kids. Drake wanted siblings. He had asked for a sister when he found out about his cousin. It just left them a bit more confused t the boy's aversion to Papa dating.
Lucius took the bag from Remy. "I will bring him back on Sunday and hopefully he may be in a better mood. Enjoy your dinner. You deserve a good night out."
Remy thanked him and kissed his son on the head. "You be good for your grandparents Dragon. And Papa promises on Sunday we will have a special dinner."
The little boy turned and hugged Remy right before he went off with his grandfather. Narcissa was as surprised as her husband when she learned how Drake was acting. He might not have liked sharing his Papa but even when he was sick Drake was not one to be rude or to behave badly like he had. He refused to tell them any more then he had his dad other then he did not like the man.
He looked up. "I don't want Papa to marry him. I like Aunt Gabby, Papa should be with her. I don't like him. He not be my stepfather."
Narcissa was a bit taken back. "I don't think they are talking that far. They went for dinner Drake. Your Papa is just enjoying having a new friend."
The little boy turned back to his coloring. He did a family picture and they were surprised Aunt Gabby was in it and there was an angel above their heads that was Daddy. They wondered if his like for Gabby was making him not like Matt. Maybe that coupled with sharing Papa. They hoped he would come to like Matt. They had no idea why he though Matt might be his stepfather. It was a first date and there was no way Remy even in his own mind would be seeing this past a few more dates. And he definitely would not have said something to his son.
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Remy was worried when his son left. But he knew Lucius was right. He needed to focus on tonight. Drake would get used to this. It would be an adjustment to both of them. Remy had not dated anyone in years. He had not even really considered anyone other then Draco. He remembered when everyone thought he was into Susan. Susan had married a year ago and was pregnant with her first daughter. They were still inseparable. Most of his friends were. Hermione and Blaise were wed as well. They all wanted him to move on again. And Matt was definitely a great guy. And he could see himself enjoying going out with him.
Matt stopped him when he was about to apologize. "If I had such an amazing Papa I might not want to share. Maybe next time we bring him with us."
Remy smiled and nodded. "I think he would probably like that. I am relieved to hear you say next time. I was a bit worried he might scare you off."
Leading Remy out he promised that he would not be. He knew Remy had a son when he asked him out. He knew it would take time. If Remy was up for a second date then there would be a second date he swore. Remy was not sure. He was still a bit on edge about this one. But he reminded himself he needed this. And wanted this. They were not doing anything too amazing. They were going for dinner in town at the Three Broomsticks. Matt had offered to take him else where but Remy had wanted something simple for the first date. And Matt had been happy to do anything which made him more comfortable.
Matt looked around the place. "I always heard about this. My parents went to school here but I grew up in Ireland and went to school there instead."
Remy smiled. "I have come here since I was really little thanks to my dads. It might not be the sleekest place but it makes good food."
Though he was nervous and his mind was on Drake to start with Remy found himself enjoying dinner. Matt was easy to talk to and he laughed a lot. They took there time walking back as Drake was gone for the weekend. He had not been sure about this but he had to admit the first date had not been as scary as he had thought. And everyone was right; he was ready for this step. He would not be ready for a more serious relationship for some time but he could handle this.
Matt stopped outside his door. "I thought this went well. I am hoping you would allow me to take you out again and hopefully your son can come with us."
Remy nodded. "I'd like that and I am sure with some time to get to know you Drake will like you as well. How about next weekend?"
They agreed for a date the following Saturday. Remy was happy Matt did not make an attempt to kiss him as he was not ready. He was surprised to find his sister and sister in law waiting inside. They had wanted to hear how the date had gone. They were happy Remy had agreed to a second one and assured him not to worry about Drake and that he would come around. They were not sure Matt was the right man for him, if even it should be a guy for they both had a feeling Remy was bi, and they had their eyes on a different paring for him, but they were happy he had started dating.