Chapter Eight

Defence Against The Dark Arts

It turned out Hermione didn't have to cover for them with Professor Lupin as both boys arrived just as the returning DADA Professor entered the room. Harry looked up at his Uncle smiling shyly as he slipped one of the sonogram pictures into his Professors' hand as he passed by their desk. Pulling out his textbooks ink and parchment Harry watched suddenly feeling shy as he saw the curious look on his Uncle's face turn to one of pure joy. His honorary uncle looked up as hazel eyes met emerald ones, the nod of acknowledgement would have to do for now as he slipped the new treasured possession into his shirt pocket and class began.

"I'm not going to bore you with introductions,you all know who I am. This year will be part revision part practical. NEWT year is the most difficult year, it requires your knowledge from the last five years, there will also be chances for extra credit should you feel like you can cope with the workload, today we will be practicing duelling techniques. Harry you'll be writing essays on the duelling techniques it's been agreed between the staff you've more than covered the practical side."

"Sounds good to me Professor."

"Professor Dumbledore told me about the DA which was formed last year when Delores Umbridge was here. We will be continuing on from thee. How many of you were able to conjure a full corporal patronus before you were discovered by Madam Umbridge?"

Remus was shocked when most of the room raised their hands, the only one who didn't were a few Slytherins and Draco. Remus' eyes met his nephews and the lopsided grin he was flashing him gave him the unanswered questions. He knew his nephew was powerful having taught him the patronus charm at thirteen however to be able to teach it to others. He couldn't remember feeling so proud.

"Alright then, those who can conjure a patronus pair up with someone who can't. Harry and Draco I'd like you both to work with each other. That way there are no accidents."

"Professor Lupin can we talk to you a moment. In private."

"Of course come through to my office."

Harry stood up slowly resting one hand on his visibly rounded belly entering his Uncle's office. He'd been feeling dizzy most of the lesson and his head was once again pounding. He was seriously considering doing independant study where he could have space to study. Though he didn't like getting special treatment it wasn't about hi anymore. He watched as his honorary cast a silencing spell before sitting behind his desk.

"What's on your mind cub?"

"Taking classes with everyone else whilst I'm pregnant, I'm not sure it's going to work, we've only been here 15 minutes and I already have a pounding headache and slight dizziness. I think my senses are changing somewhat. I was wondering if as one of my guardians I have your permission to do independent study instead. I'll do all the same assignments just not in class."

"Why didn't you say something sooner?"

"I didn't want to be treat differently. But I really don't feel well. I can teach Dra the patronus though. I want to stay the rest of the lesson. Unless uou think its too much?"

"It's your body cub. How do you feel?"

"'Like I've been run over by the Hogwarts Express."

"You can stay in the lesson but I want you to take a nap. Draco can read up on the patronus for now. Try not to overdo things."

"I hope Snape doesn't mind I'll be studying potions separately."

"He will no doubt think it's a sensible idea. There are other ways of studying potions. Your Mum wrote journals on them I'm sure they're in your vaults if you'd like Siri or myself to get them for you."

"Yes please. If you don't mind I think I'll stay in here a while. Perhaps staying in the dorms wasn't a good idea."

"Your apartment is still available if you need it."

"Sounds perfect. Can I sleep now?"

"You can. I'll send Draco in after the class is over."

"Thanks Uncle Moony."

Harry curled up on the couch with his hand resting on his swollen belly. His head had barely touched the conjured pillow before he was sound asleep. Draco covered his betrothed with a blanket kissing his forehead before following their Professor back into the classroom taking his seat as he began to take notes.

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The moment Professor Lupin dismissed the class for the day, Draco slipped into the back office letting out a sigh of relief as he came across Harry sitting on the couch curled up with his potions textbook, checking his watch he realised it was past noon so whatever sickness his boyfriend had been feeling must have eased off. Making his way to his side Draco slid his hand underneath Harry's shirt rubbing his hand over his baby bump.

"That feels good. They've discovered they can use my kidneys as a bludger."

"We can stay with Remus tonight if your comfortable here."

"I'd like that, I mean I love my dorm mates but last night they really did keep me awake."

"That's settled then. I'm sure the castle has already added an extra room to his quarters for us." Harry smiled hoping his uncle would allow them to stay. Yet at the same time he didn't want his friends to think he was abandoning them. He was so lost in his thoughts he didn't hear his Uncle enter the room.

"If you'd like to stay with me this year I have no objections."

"Thanks Uncle Moony. I'm sure Padfoot is eager to see you."

"I swear if he teaches our children pranks before they are old enough to understand I'll make sure he regrets it"

"Your mother said that. He seemed to listen to her."

"I miss her."

"Me too cub. Let's head to lunch in the Great Hall."

"I guess I am hungry now."

Draco took hold of Harry's hand as they followed Remus into the Great Hall, thankfully the news that they were together and expecting had been taken well, Harry didn't know what he'd have done had things gone differently. Taking their seats at the Gryffindor table they both filled their plates with sandwiches and (in Harry's case) pickles dipped in jam much to the rest of the tables dismay. Noticing all eyes were on him the young Potter heir shrugged his shoulders knowing that his cravings were strange, he knew if it weren't for the twins he'd find his choices disgusting too. Laying his hand over his belly he began to plan the way he wanted to give birth counting down the months the same way he used to count done the days until September 1st. Life couldn't get better than it was right now. He was going to enjoy every minute.