Narcissa rushed into the study, not wanting to waste another second. She was eager to let her father know about their plan, but she knew he'd be a bit angry with her. She pulled out some parchment and a quill from the desk.

Father

I know you won't approve but it's what Lucius and I want. I know she means well, but Sarah has hired a wedding planner who isn't exactly planning the wedding that we want. So after talking with Lucius, we've decided to elope to Paris in two days time. Lucius has taken care of everything, all I need to do is let people know. Please don't be angry with me, this way I will truly be happy. Mother always taught me to obey but at the same time, she also taught me that the heart can't help to want what it wants. In my heart, this is the perfect way for me to marry. I've agreed to marry a pureblood but not once did I think I'd fall in love with the man you chose for me, and for that Daddy, I can't thank you enough.

I hope you won't be disappointed in our decision, and I really want you to be there.

Your loving daughter always

Narcissa

She sent the note off with one of the many Malfoy owls and wrote out a note each to Ivy, Jemima and Bellatrix asking them to meet her at the Eiffel Tower at noon in two days time. After that, she left the study and went straight to her room to repack her trunk. It didn't take her long. She decided to go and find Lucius to ask him how long they were staying in Paris for. If they were staying for a few days then she may need new clothes. Just as she was about to leave the room she heard a tapping sound on the window. She turned to see that the owl had returned with her father's reply. She opened the window, took the letter and inhaled deeply. She tore the letter open as she exhaled. At least he hadn't sent a howler.

Narcissa

I won't lie to you, your letter came as a shock. It seems that all of my daughters will do as they will. Bellatrix was always a handful child, even now she continues to dishonour her marriage vows to Rodolphus Lestrange. Andromeda, although I favoured her over you and Bellatrix, disobeyed family tradition and values by marrying that filth. Narcissa, you have always been the most obedient, you never questioned my judgement. You gracefully accepted the marriage to the young Malfoy boy and you are possibly the first one to actually love their match since I met your mother. I may not have shown it as I should, but I loved your mother deeply, and still think of her often. For that reason, I am not angry or disappointed in you. I am happy that you decided to tell me of your decision and although I would prefer you wait until August, if it would truly make you happy, then I will see you in Paris in two days time.

Your Father

Cygnus Black

Narcissa sighed in relief. She set the letter down on the windowsill and made her way to Lucius's room. She knocked and entered at his invitation.

"What is it?" he asked.

"How long are we staying in Paris?" she asked.

"A few days, I've had the elves pick up some dress robes I placed on order for you." Lucius said closing the lid on his trunk.

"Thank you," she said touched by his gesture.

"We'll apparate first thing in the morning, I've booked us a suite at the la charmante sorcière." Lucius smiled.

Narcissa returned his smile and pulled him into an embrace.

Two days later

Narcissa was stood a little distance away from the Eiffel Tower watching as muggle tourists took photos of the landmark. She was sat on a bench dressed in a muggle summer dress and dark sunglasses, the weather had been relatively hot since she and Lucius arrived in Paris. She hated having to wear muggle attire but she and Lucius had to blend in with the crowds.

"Narcissa," a voice called.

She looked in the direction of the voice. She stood up and ran over to Jemima and Ivy and hugged them both.

"This is crazy," said Ivy.

"I know, Cissy getting married" Jemima said in a mock weepy voice.

"Shut up," Narcissa grinned.

"So what time do you and Lucius tie the knot?" Ivy asked.

"in two hours," Narcissa replied looking at her watch.

"two hours? blimey girl, you don't give us enough time do you?" asked Jemima.

"Back to the hotel I think, we've got work to do." Ivy commented.

The girls went back to the hotel, Bellatrix met them thirty minutes later and the three of them set to work doing Narcissa's hair and makeup and helping her into her dress. They all changed into their silver dresses and met Cygnus outside the room. Cygnus smiled with pride as Narcissa linked arms with her father and led her into the room where she and Lucius were getting married.

Lucius stood at the top of the room, wearing a black suit and silver tie, he smiled as he watched her walk up the aisle with her father. She took his hand and listened to the registrar, They said I do and placed a gold wedding band on one another's finger. They sealed their union with a kiss. Their friends and family clapped around them, Lucius smiled down at her and pulled her in for a cuddle.

"Forever," he promised.