- Mione POV -

I rolled over in my bed and took a deep breath as my eyes opened. I thought back on the night before and smiled.

- Flashback -

We pulled away from the kiss for the second time and I rubbed my hands against Sirius' neck.

"Sirius," I whispered but he just quickly pressed his lips against mine.

"Mya, please don't hate me," Sirius pleaded. I rubbed his cheeks with my thumbs and nuzzled my nose against his.

"I could never hate you. In fact, I've never felt this way about anyone. I'm just absolutely terrified that I'd lose you," I whispered. Sirius kissed my nose and smiled.

"Mya babe, I'm not going anywhere anytime soon. I'll never leave your side," Sirius whispered against my lips.

"Don't make promises you can't keep Siri," I said. "Look, tonight let's just go back to our respective dates and we can discuss this at home tomorrow when there is no one around who could interrupt."

Sirius nodded silently but pushed his lips against mine again. The kiss was caring and sweet but possessive.

"I'll see you later baby girl," Sirius whispered against my lips. He walked inside first whilst I hung out on the balcony for a while longer.

- End Flashback -

I rolled out of my bed and stretched before walking to my trunk. I grabbed out some clothes and slipped into the bathroom to shower and dress. Once I was ready I made sure all my things were packed and smiled as Eira nuzzled my stomach.

You know, you and Sirius make a beautiful couple, Eria said to me.

"Thank you Eira," I said out loud. She had grown a lot and was almost fully grown.

Once my things were packed, I scooped Eira up, picked up my trunk and walked down the stairs. Before I left I noticed that Maddie was still asleep whilst Lily, Ali and Shan's beds were empty. Their trunks weren't there so I assumed they had already taken their things down to the Entrance Hall. I pulled my trunk down the stairs and laughed whilst Eira slid down the banister.

Eira landed on the ground with a loud thump and I giggled.

Not funny Mya

"Sorry sweetie but it is," I said to the pouting fox. Eira huffed at me before walking over to the door and yipping as a First Year let her out. I was about to follow when I felt an arm go around my waist and pull me behind a pillar near the window.

I was about to shriek when I felt a pair of soft lips land on mine. I smiled and relaxed as Sirius' lips massaged mine gently.

"Morning beautiful," he whispered once we pulled apart. I smiled at him and wrapped my arms around him.

"Morning. Did you sleep well?" I asked him. I inhaled his scent and nuzzled his chest.

"It would have been better if you were there but it was good all the same," Sirius said before kissing my hair.

"Didn't I say at home not here? Someone could catch us," I said but I made no move to break apart our embrace.

"I know but I couldn't wait. I don't think anyone is going to care and anyway, the boys are all down at breakfast and I'm assuming the girls are too," Sirius whispered. I kissed his collarbone and smiled as he kissed my head.

"Are you hungry?" Sirius asked as we stood in our position.

"No, I'm quite content to stay where I am right now," I whispered. I had never felt this way about anyone before. It was comfortable and there was no awkwardness.

Sirius laughed softly and I felt the rumbling from his chest. His arms tightened around my waist and I felt him tracing patterns on my back.

We stood resting against the pillar for a while longer before we broke apart with one final kiss. Sirius grabbed the handle of my trunk and we walked down to the Entrance Hall.

"Morning," Shannon said as she danced over to hug me. "Have you seen Maddie?"

"She was still in bed when I woke up," I answered. Shannon nodded and hugged Sirius quickly.

"I'll go wake the sleepy head," Shannon said before she and Lily walked away. Harry, Nev, Jamie, Rem and Reg were standing near the luggage discussing something in depth. Sirius and I walked over to them and I grinned as Jamie hugged me.

"Well look what we have here. It's the Blood Traitor bunch," a cruel voice said. We turned and noticed Malfoy and his lackeys walking over to us. I frowned as Regulus tensed up and I slipped my hand into his. Following Malfoy, Crabbe and Goyle were Narcissa, Avery and Nott. Narcissa was looking over Regulus with a look of nothing short of relief.

"You know Reg, when the train gets to the platform, you'll be going home with your mum. This will give us ample time to, shall we say, beat the blood traitor out of you before we come back to Hogwarts," Avery hissed. Regulus tensed up again and he started shaking.

"Now, whatever made you think that Regulus would be going back to the Black manor?" I said. Sirius was tense and ready to lunge at the Slytherins but I put my free hand on his chest to stop him.

"The simple fact, you little blood traitor, that he has no one to care for him," Malfoy stated smugly. I shot a look at Reg who was looking at the floor ready to cry.

"That's where you're wrong. Regulus will be returning to my home for the Christmas Break and for every break after that. I care about him and will see to it that he is safe," I replied coldly as I walked forward.

"You better watch yourself Potter. You're asking for a fight that you will never win," Malfoy hissed as we got into each other's faces. While he was taller, I had no doubts that I could beat him in a fight.

"Bring it on ferret. I'll be waiting," I hissed in reply. He glared and me and stalked off. Once the boys were gone, Narcissa turned to me.

"Please take care of him," she whispered. She was looking at me with pleading eyes and I knew she wanted the freedom the boys had.

"Narcissa," I said as she started to walk away. I caught up to her and grabbed her hand. "Since I seem to be adopting strays, if you ever need help, come to Potter Manor. Please. No matter what, you will always have family and friends."

"Thank you," Narcissa whispered with tears in her eyes. She nodded at me before walking off in the direction of the Slytherins.

I walked back over to the boys and hugged Reg.

"Don't listen to them. You have a tonne of people who care for you and my parents will love you," I whispered into his ear. He hugged me tightly and thanked me.

"Do you like adopting members of my family?" Sirius asked as he pulled me to him. Jamie and the others formed a circle with Reg and they began playing some sort of game.

"Well, everyone needs someone to care for them and its obvious it isn't a trait that is common in your family, no offence," I said as I wrapped my arms around him.

"None taken. Thank you Mya," Sirius said. I looked up at him confused. "Thank you for helping the Black sheep of the Black family."

We stood there hugging for a while longer before Shan, Maddie and Lily returned soon followed by Ali and Frank.

Once everyone who would be returning home was assembled, Professor Flitwick marked off the roll and we walked down to the carriages. As we moved four to a carriage I grinned as Reg, Siri and Shan followed me into one. The ride to the station was one spent in relative silence but I would smile every so often as Sirius' leg would rub against mine and his foot would gently rub my calf.

- Sirius POV -

We were a few hours into the trip before the girls were lying all around the compartment asleep. Shan had her head resting in Harry's lap whilst Lily was in the same position with James. Maddie had her head resting on Stripes' shoulder whilst Luna was sleeping in Rem's lap. Mya was sitting in my lap with her head nuzzled into my neck and her legs curled up. Eira was snuggled into my side also asleep.

"Hey, where did Ali go?" Nev asked.

"She is with Frank in the Heads Compartment," Rem explained as he carefully turned the page of the book he was reading.

I smoothed down Mya's hair as she slept and smiled as she snuggled into me more.

"Hey Pads, I was thinking that we should introduce Regulus to the world of the Marauders. Namely, our favourite tradition, pranking the Slytherins," Prongs said after a while. Regulus perked up as did the other boys.

"Sounds good. We'll plan a really good one these holidays and get them first day back," I said. The boys all nodded and returned to whatever they were doing. The Trolley Witch soon walked by and James and Harry bought enough stuff for everybody.

"Mya," I whispered. She moaned and opened her eyes slowly. "Food."

She stretched quickly and grabbed one of the sandwiches from the pile. She handed me a Chocolate Frog and I quickly kissed her head. The other girls woke up and Shannon and Maddie dove for the pile of food.

"Shannie, how can you still be hungry? You ate three plates full of food at breakfast," Lily asked as Shannie stuffed her face. She threw Mya another sandwich, a packet of Bertie Botts and a handful of frogs.

"What? I'm a growing girl," Shannie said.

"At least she had the decency to give Mione some food considering she didn't eat any breakfast," Luna said as she ate some Droobles.

Once Mya had finished the sandwiches, she opened the Bertie Botts. She put a green one in her mouth and chewed before her face scrunched up. She jumped up and spat the bean out the small window.

"What flavour?" James asked as Mya sculled a bottle of juice.

"Hot. I think it was jalapeƱos," Mya said before she sat down on my lap again. She took out a pink one and smiled as she chewed. "Fairy floss."

We spent the rest of the train trip eating and playing games. Mya didn't move from my lap once and I couldn't help but smile.

When we finally pulled into the station, we cleaned up and grabbed our bags. On the platform, we collected our trunks and walked over to the entrance. Lily and Maddie found their parents first and they hugged us all before walking away. Next to find their parents were Luna and Neville. They told us they'd visit tomorrow before walking over to Alex and Augusta.

"Kids!" We heard Mama P call. Regulus grabbed my arm and I rested my hand on his shoulder.

"They will love you," I whispered as we walked over to the Potters. Mama P hugged us all before turning to Regulus.

"Now, this must be Regulus. It is a pleasure to finally meet you," Mama P said to my shaking brother. She pulled him into a hug and he relaxed.

"Come on kids. Shannie, Remus, your parents will pick you up from our place later," Mama P explained. Papa P shrunk all of our luggage before he grabbed Harry, James and Remus whilst Mama P took a hold of Reg and I while Shannie grabbed Reg's hand and Mya grabbed mine.

We felt the familiar pull of apparation just as my mum was running towards us screaming. We landed in the Potter's main foyer in a heap.

"Alrighty. Mione darling, please show Regulus to a room," Mama P said as Papa P enlarged all the luggage. Mione grabbed Reg's hand and his trunk and led him upstairs.

Shannie followed them and Rem walked up to the library. Harry headed into the kitchen and it was just James and I.

"Prongs," I said hesitantly. My best friend looked at me and I continued. "James, what would you say if I told you I wanted to ask Mya out?"

I flinched and waited for his answer.

"I would say thank Merlin and also, if you hurt her, best friend or not, I'll string you up in the Great Hall and use you for spell practice," James said.

"So you wouldn't mind?" I asked.

"Nope. At least I know you truly care about her and I know that you would take care of her. You have my blessing," James said.

"Mine too," Leo said from behind me. Both of them hugged me and patted my back.

"Thanks guys," I said. Shannie and Mya walked back down arm in arm with smiles on their faces.

"Where's Reg?" I asked.

"Unpacking his stuff. He is in the room across from Jamie's," Mya said.

"Well lads and ladies, I'm gunna go out and practice some shots. Gotta be ready for Slytherin when we get back," Prongs said. Harry and Shan followed him out to the backyard where the Quidditch Pitch was. Mya shot me a smile before walking away. I followed her quickly and grabbed her hand. We walked into her room and she locked the door and closed the curtains.

She sat down on her bed and I pulled her to my side as I sat beside her. She kissed my collarbone and I shivered. I pulled her chin up and pressed my lips to hers.

"So Sirius, when did you start liking me?" Mya asked as we lay back against her pillows.

"Well, I think it was pretty much since I met you," I answered truthfully.

"Why didn't you say anything earlier?" Mya asked me. I twirled a lock of her hair around my finger and took a deep breath.

"Because I didn't want to lose any friendship with you or your brothers. I've never had proper friends or a proper family so when you, the girls and the guys offered that to me, I didn't want to screw up," I answered. Mya looked up at me and nuzzled my chin with her nose.

"You are a very admirable person Sirius. I'm glad you consider us family," Mya whispered. I couldn't help but press a kiss to her lips gently.

We stayed in silence for a while longer before I rolled onto my side and looked at Mya. She was gorgeous. Her normally straight black hair had a slight wave through it from her braid the night before and was fanned out around her like a halo, she had no makeup and from the scent only some vanilla and coconut body lotion. Her tan skin sparkled in the minimal light filtering through her windows.

"What?" She asked as she looked into my eyes. Her chocolate coloured eyes sucked me in and I felt like I was drowning.

"Just thinking about how much of a Goddess you are and how lucky I am," I whispered. I pulled her gently until I was on my back with her lying on top of me. Her hair dropped down around us forming a curtain. I brought my hands up to rest on her waist.

"I think I'm the lucky one," Mya whispered before kissing me.

"Mya, will you be my girl?" I asked once we broke the kiss.

"Yes," she whispered against my lips. I tightened my arms around her and pulled her flush against my body. I couldn't help myself from rolling us over and supporting my weight on my arms.

Mya smiled up at me and I kissed her forehead, eyelids, nose and jaw before finally kissing her lips again.

The Christmas holidays were passing quickly and I loved that I could spend every day of it kissing and hugging Mya.

"Wake up Padfoot! It's Christmas Day!" Prongs yelled as he bounced on my bed. I flicked my legs out and heard a loud thump as James hit the floor.

"That was mean," he pouted.

"James, its 7 in the morning," I said after I looked at my clock.

"Come on. We've got to go wake the others up. I'll wake up Harry and Reg and you can wake up Mya-bear," Prongs said. I noticed that he must have literally just gotten out of bed since his hair was super ruffled and he had no shirt on. I crawled out of bed and nodded at my psycho friend.

While he walked down to Leo's room, I walked into my girlfriend's room. She was still asleep amongst her mountains of pillows and blankets. The only sight of her was the top of her head sticking out. I walked over and sat down beside her. After fighting my way through the blankets and pillows I saw her beautiful face. She looked so peaceful and I just stared at her for a while.

"Mya," I whispered. I shook her gently and she groaned. On impulse, I pressed my lips to hers and smiled as she reciprocated.

"Mm, I could get used to waking up that way," Mya whispered as she opened her eyes. "Morning."

"Morning," I replied.

"What time is it?" Mya asked.

"7," I answered and Mya moaned before pulling a pillow over her head.

"Jamie must have forgotten that everyone wasn't coming over until 10 and presents weren't being opened until then. Mum and dad told him multiple times last night that no one was to be woken up before 9. He seems to forget that we turn 17 soon," Mya's voice was muffled by her pillow. I wrestled the pillow away and ran my finger along her cheek.

"Well, he was going in to wake them now so I assume they'll tell him," I said as I brushed a tendril of hair from her face.

"I'm going back to sleep until then. Care to join me?" She asked.

I slipped under her covers and pulled Mya to me. Her head rested on my chest and I rubbed her back as we started to doze off. A sudden thud followed by the yells of Mama and Papa P made us both laugh as did the stomping steps of James walked past the room.

2 hours later, Mama P shook me awake.

"Morning Mama P," I whispered.

"I'm assuming James woke you up to," Mama P said. I nodded and she smiled fondly. She kissed my head then Mya's. "Breakfast will be ready in half an hour so just come down then."

I snuggled back down under the covers and smiled as Mya moved with me.

"I really don't want to get up," Mya whispered. I kissed her head softly.

"We still have half an hour so just relax," I said. I rubbed her back and smiled as her hand ran up and down my bare chest.

We lay in her bed for 20 minutes before we rolled out of bed. Mya used the bathroom first and I used it after her. She walked over to Eira's bed and lifted the small fox up. Eira licked her face and I assumed she said something because Mya smiled and nuzzled her nose. As we walked down to my room so I could grab a shirt, I noticed Mya was wearing a pair of pyjama pants and one of my shirts.

"Where do you keep getting my shirts?" I asked her with a grin.

"Same place as you. Your dresser," Mya answered smartly. I laughed and kissed her head. I grabbed a Puddlemere shirt and flung it on quickly.

Before we walked out of the room, Mya grabbed my wrist. When I looked down at her, she kissed my lips gently.

"Happy Christmas Sirius," she whispered.

"Happy Christmas Beautiful. And Happy first Christmas to you Miss. Eira," I said to the pure white animal in Mya's arms. Eira yipped and licked my fingers. The three of us walked down to the dining room where everyone but Papa P was already seated.

"Where's dad?" Mya asked. Eira curled up in her lap and Mya started stroking her head.

"Your father is having a shower I believe then he will be down soon," Mama P explained.

We ate our breakfast quickly and headed into the living room where the Christmas tree was set up. A heap of presents were already under the tree and we awaited the arrival of Rem, Nev and the girls. Ten minutes went by before the fireplace roared and turned green as Shannie came through. She was followed by Rem, Nev and Luna.

Lily and Maddie arrived by the Knight Bus and once we were all settled, Mama P handed out the presents.

"Oh Sirius, it's gorgeous," Mya whispered. I had gotten her a gold charm bracelet with a dog charm, a stag charm, a wolf charm, a tiger charm and a lion charm (she didn't know of our animagus forms but I thought she'd like them) along with a heart charm (made of diamonds), her star sign and a mini Hogwarts.

Mya kissed my cheek and hugged me. The rest of the morning was spent admiring our presents and hanging out. Mama P called us in for lunch and we stuffed ourselves stupid. We soon said goodbye to everyone but Shannon (who was staying with the Potters for the rest of break) until the New Year's Party the Ministry was holding.

- Mione POV -

"Have I told you that you look gorgeous tonight?" Sirius whispered into my ear as we danced. The Ministry's Annual New Year's Ball was in full swing as we welcomed in the New Year.

"Many times. Thank you," I replied. My dress was red with black designs around the hem. It had one off the shoulder strap and a black sash around the middle.

I smiled over Sirius' shoulder as Harry and Shan danced closely.

"What are you grinning at?" Sirius asked.

"Spin me and look at Shan and Harry," I said. Sirius did so and he smiled to.

The band had just finished its song when a loud crash sounded and the room shook. Sirius grabbed my hand and we ran over to where all our friends, my parents and the Longbottoms were standing. All the of age wizards and witches in the room pulled out their wands and out of instinct, Harry, Nev, Luna and I did too.

Another crash shook the room and as dust fell around us, I felt someone grab my arm and pull me away. I screamed out for Sirius or the boys but someone placed their hand over my mouth.

The dust cleared and I heard screams. I turned my head and noticed Luna looking panicked as someone held her. I looked up into the eyes of her captor and growled as Greyback smirked back at me. The hand on my mouth tightened as did the one on my waist, both cutting into my skin.

"That's not a pleasant sound for a young lady," a menacing voice hissed into my ear and I tensed as my eyes locked with red slits.