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Chapter 10: Bedroom Talks

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Harry knew he was being abused by his so called relatives. He just hadn't known how bad it actually was since most of the abuse wasn't physical but verbal and emotional. Harry used to be in denial about it whenever anyone cared to ask but he got over that a few years ago. He had accepted it for what it was after being taken in by the Weasleys the summer before second year. He had known since primary school that what was going on at 4 Privet Drive was not normal but seeing the Weasley family work was what finally got him to accept that he was being abused.

It was seeing that no matter how little money they had, everyone had their own bed. No matter how many there were of them, everyone got enough food and equal amounts of love from Arthur and Molly and without a second thought they had taken Harry in and treated him as if he were their own son. THAT was what family stood for.

Harry was pulled out of his review by sudden movement next to him. His father had been frozen in place with the exam parchment clutched in his hands for the last few minutes.

'Harry…' he croaked and stopped to clear his throat of the lump that had settled there.

'Harry, I… Do you understand what this implies?' Severus finally got out.

'Yes, Dad. It confirms that I have been abused.' Harry stated in a monotone voice. At his father's shocked look he decided to elaborate.

'I didn't really understand, although Hermione tried to get me to talk back in first year. She was perceptive enough to see it even back then. For me the ball dropped that very first morning I spent at the Burrow after my rescue. Instead of punishing us for what we had done Molly fed us and Arthur barely reprimanded the guys for stealing his flying car. They loved us no matter what - even me! That afternoon I completely let go and told Rond and the twins everything. We have been inseparable ever since and they have helped me anyway they could.'

To say Severus was surprised - again! - was the understatement of the century. Instead of trying to formulate an answer he simply gathered his son in his arms, vowing silently to never let him go back there again. His wonderful, strong son. Accepting was the first step towards healing but also the hardest and his son had done it all on his own. He was so relieved and proud of Harry at that moment. Accepting abuse was never easy - he should know - and it was even harder if the abuse was still going on.

'Ehm… Dad?'

'You are an incredible strong young man and I am very proud to call you my son. Accepting what happened is very hard and even harder with emotional and verbal abuse.'

Blinking in surprise at the unexpected praise, Harry let his head drop down when he felt his face beginning to heat up with a blush.

Chuckling at his son's reaction Severus swore to praise him as often as possible in the future.

'No need to be embarrassed, Harry.' he soothed the teen, still snuggled up in his arms.

'Wait a second! How do you know about the verbal and emotional abuse? That would not leave an obvious mark on my body!'

'Poppy's scans are through.' Severus replied cryptical with a smirk adorning his face.

'And what is that supposed to mean?'

'It means, that while you had no marks on your body, there is one on your mind. Besides that "neglect since November 1981" is pretty self explanatory to me since I have a similar background as you do. If you ever need someone to talk I will always be here for you.'

'Oh… ' Harry hadn't expected that but at least everything was out in the open and there was nothing he had to explain to avoid any problems later on.

'Thanks, Dad. I think I'm good for now, especially after that emotional outburst last night. But I really want an explanation for what happened before Poppy came! Don't think I'm not still angry at you!'

'I would not have expected you to just let it go, son. But shouldn't it be me who inquires what has happened? After all it was you and my husband screaming at each other and not me.' Severus had to suppress his amusement at his son's display of indignation. Lucky for him that look lasted only for a second before turning in one of embarrassment.

'Well you see… I just wanted some time to think things through and suddenly HE jumps out of the Floo all happy and courteous. And so damn calm… I don't know why but it just set me off. How can he be so calm when my life is turned upside down and then I just… I guess I lost it…'

Severus had been watching his son closely and had seen all kinds of emotions run across his face before finally setting on shame. He knew Harry had been bottling it all up without taking the time to work through things. He had predicted that soon enough his walls would all come crashing down. Severus actually thought his son's outburst had been quite tame considering there hadn't even been any accidental magic involved.

'Harry. Look at me please.' Severus had to wait a few seconds before the teen finally lifted his head again. 'I understand that you are overwhelmed at the moment. I'm not angry at you for your outburst. I was actually waiting for one. So much has happened in the last 24 hours it was to be expected. Marvolo just showing up without me there was just the last drop that let the barrel of emotions burst.'

'But you sent me to my room as punishment!'

'Yes, I sent you back here but only because it was the easiest way to dissipate the situation. I am sorry that I spoke so harshly but that was due to what my Slytherins had done to the common room. I had to act fast or the situation between you and Marvolo would have become explosive pretty soon. You are free to come out anytime you want to but maybe you'll take a nap or rest while thinking everything through? You are still recovering, after all.'

After carefully considering his father's words Harry understood what he meant. It would have gotten vile if Severus hadn't stepped between himself and the Dark Lord. Since he was feeling rather drained and tired again he conceded a nap was in order. Nodding at his Dad's suggestion Harry scooted down until he was lying under the covers again.

Severus stood up from the bed and tucked his son in with a 'Sleep tight.' and made his way to the door. When he glanced back, Harry was already asleep. With a smile he left the room after placing monitoring charms on the bed and his son.

'One down, one to go.' Severus murmured to himself as he made his way to his own room where a disgruntled husband was waiting for him.

With one last deep breath he braced himself for the onslaught of words but when he opened the door nothing happened. Severus knew his husband very well so he was surprised to find Marvolo sitting on the edge of the bed with his head buried in his hand instead of pacing up and down the room while ranting.

'Marv? Everything alright?' he asked tentatively while stepping into the room and closing the door. When he didn't get an answer he sat down next to his Bonded to wait until he had fathered his thoughts. This was nothing new to the couple.

'Did they really hurt him?' came Marvolo's muffled voice after some time from between his hands.

'Yes. They hated magic. Harry does not need to talk about it right away but at some point I will need to know how bad it was with them. It looks like most of it was verbal and emotional abuse and since he is not in denial about it I won't push him. I believe the most common punishment was withholding meals since he will need nutrition potions for the foreseeable future.'

'He had to go through all of that because of me although I swore to do my best so no magical child had to grow up like us again.' If he was not the Dark Lord he would have been crying right now.

Severus laid an arm around his husband and pulled him into an embrace before answering.

'None of that, love. What is done is done and we'll do our best to make it better now. You were insane at the time and let yourself be led astray by Dumbledore and his prophecy.'

'How can he ever forgive me? I killed his parents - or at least his mother - and I tried to kill him more than once.'

'You'd be surprised. For all his Gryffindor brashness Harry has the heart of a true lion. He forgives just about anything - all it might take is some time.'

Marvolo took some time to mull that over in his head while snuggling closer to his mate. How he had missed that. Severus had to suppress a chuckle when Marvolo just about crawled into his lap. The Death Eaters would never believe that in private their Lord loved to cuddle.

'By the way: why are you here? You didn't say anything yesterday and Harry was more surprised than anything when you stepped out of the fireplace.' Severus inquired.

'Oh yes! I had a very amusing meeting with Lucius this morning concerning my Diary. It was so much fun to see him so flustered, I just wanted to share the memory with you, love.'

Ahhh…. and there was Marvolo's playful side. No one would ever believe it but behind his scholar facade there was a prankster and rulebreaker that could rival the Weasley Twins. It had been and enlightening evening when Severus found out about this particular trait of his husband's.

'So you scared him out of his wits.' Severus drawled, amusement clear in his voice. 'Why don't you give me a copy to watch later and we spend the next few hours a bot more… shall we say productive?'

'Ohhh… I like the sound of that. It has been too long, my love. But what about Harry?'

'He's asleep, silencing charms on my door and monitoring ones on him and his bed. Now forget all about that and make love to me, Marv!'

'I love you Severus.' Marvolo stated and leaned in to kiss Severus.

'I love you too, Marvolo.' were the last words that would be said for quite some time.

When Harry woke up he felt well rested for the first time in ages. No nightmares, no worries, no snoring dorm mates, no nothing. Okay, there were some worries but not bad enough to steal his sleep. Harry decided to stay in bed a while longer to sort his mind. So much has happened in the last days; he needed a moment to get everything straightened out in his head. He had a Dad. That was by far the best part of all that had happened.

While sorting through his memories the pile of questions got higher and higher so Harry decided to write them down. He slipped out of bed and went over to his new desk to pick up some parchment and a self-inking quill before retreating to the warmth of his bed. It was chilly in the dungeons, even in June.

In the room on the opposite side of the hall an alarm went off and roused the two wizards from their sleep. They must have fallen asleep after some exhausting rounds of mindblowing sex. With a groan Severus blindly grabbed for his wand to turn the magical alarm off. Marvolo meanwhile simply burrowed deeper under the covers, not willing to get up at all.

'Come on, love. That was Harry's alarm so we need to get up. Didn't you say you have a meeting tonight?' Severus tried to wake his husband but since he wouldn't budge he had to use other means. 'Aguamenti!'

'Hey!' Marvolo screeched while jumping out of bed, dripping wet. 'Sevvie! Not fair!'

Severus was laughing so hard he didn't even notice his husband marching into the bathroom and shutting the door.

After getting dressed and casting a tempus charm he went over to his son's room to check on him. He found Harry in bed writing some notes on parchment while humming a happy tune. Not wanting to disturb him, Severus went to the kitchen to get the elves to bring them some dinner. They had slept the whole afternoon away - or at least Harry had. After ordering their food the Potions Master turned around only to find his lover right behind him.

'I sadly have to go, love. You were right, of course. I have a meeting in an hour. Do you want to see the properties Yaxley was able to find?' Marvolo wanted his husband involved in all matters that concerned him.

'You know there is still Prince Manor, right? But yes I'd like to look them over. Maybe I could even show them to Harry. He will be living there as well.'

'I know but there are no good memories for you there. I want to make new, happy memories with you somewhere new. Show them to Harry. I guess I should probably apologize to him. Maybe in a letter at first?'

'That might be a good idea. You will be living in the same place rather soon, so it would be good if you two at least tolerate each other. Now get going before you are late, Marv! Oh and next time maybe call first.'

'I will. I love you, Sev!' with one last kiss Marvolo stepped over to the fireplace and grabbed some Floo powder out of a bowl.

'I love you too!' Severus said and watched his husband step into the flames and floo away to Riddle Manor.

After calling Harry to dinner they sat down to a pleasant meal with light conversation to get to know each other. They didn't have a lot of time since their naps had been rather long and Hermione and Ron's detention would begin at 7. Harry was very nervous when he and his father left for the potions classroom but a hand on his shoulder gave him the strength he needed. It was awesome to have a Dad.

'Harry, calm down. It will be alright, son. They will understand. Why don't you sit down?' Severus did his best to calm his son down.

At 6:55 PM there was a knock on the door and with a wave of his wand the door opened to let the two Gryffindors in.

'Harry!' they both exclaimed when they saw his son sitting at the front of the room. Hermione was the first to reach him and enveloped him in a bone crushing hug.

'We were so worried! You just vanished after the tournament ended!' she nearly screamed and then burst out in tears.

'Mione. Can't breath…' was all Harry got out. With a small laugh Ron came to his rescue and got him out of Hermione's hug only to crush Harry against his own chest.

'Gods. I've been so scared, mate. What would I do without you? Everything alright? Why are you with Professor Snape, anyway?' not even Ron dared to call Snape anything else in the Potions Master's own domain. Before Harry could answer all of their questions Ron bent down for a quick bust sweet kiss.

'Hey guys. We'll it's crazy but yeah everything is alright. Even better than that, actually. You see… Severus is my real, biological father! I actually have a Dad!' Harry stumbled through his explanations.

'Severus!? DAD?!' was all Ron got out before his eyes rolled to the back of his head and he passed out on the cold stone floor of the dungeons.

TBC

First posted on: 07. May 2017

Next update planned: 14. May 2017