Collateral

I do not own Harry Potter in any way.


"You will take the Dark Mark", Lucius said.

"Never", Draco hissed.

"Crucio", Lord Voldemort said.

Draco dropped to the ground.

The curse was lifted.

"I knew you would refuse Mr. Malfoy. That's why I took out…a little insurance policy", Voldemort said as Draco struggled to get up.

"Draco", someone said softly.

Draco looked up and saw Bellatrix holding a knife to Lux's throat. Draco feared for his unborn child residing in Lux's stomach. "Don't", Draco gaped, "She's pregnant".

"That makes things more fun", Voldemort said.

"Your pregnant girlfriend will insure you take the Dark Mark", Lucius said.

"Let her go and I'll do it", Draco said.

"Bella", Voldemort said.

Bellatrix stepped away from Lux.

Lux rushed to Draco's side and helped him up.


In Lux's eyes, Narcissa could see how much the young girl loved her son.

In Draco's eyes, Narcissa could see the fear for his, Lux's, and his child life.

Lux was Draco's backbone.

Lux didn't fear death.