Harry was in for his first treatment since his infection. The hospital staff knew who he was now but they had all sworn secrecy oaths about him. He was accompanied by George as Oliver and Katie were away for a game. Harry had assured George he didn't need to come as it was a busy day for the shop but it fell on deaf ears. George assured him his staff was more then capable of running the shop. His wife would have come too but they didn't want to over whelm him George was like Draco in seeing this he was even more grateful for his family he had. He hated how Ron was treating Harry even if he didn't know Harry was ill.
George had sworn he would show no reaction to this. He had been there for his brother when he had a fever but this magic chemo was different. Harry could laugh without pain now so he planned to just try and keep a smile on Harry through it all.
Harry sat in bed waiting for Draco to come put it in "I am sure you could go have a bite to eat before this starts."
George knew he looked a bit pale "Little brother what did I say about trying to get rid of me? I am not about to let you do this alone."
Both he and the others had told Harry he wasn't allowed to be worried about them. He was the one who was sick and they got to be worried about him. They hoped by proving they could be worried about him and still there that he would tell others. The sicker he got the more the family was starting to catch on about him. Harry couldn't continue to hide something was wrong. He would make the family more upset if they knew something but not what.
Draco came into the room to start the treatment. Both Harry and Draco saw George blanche when he saw the magic needle and he looked green. Draco made a comment about fetching Harry some of the ice cream. George looked a bit ashamed but he took the offer.
Draco looked up from his work "He will be back. I know you and you are not to use his fear of needles to justify not telling others."
Harry shook his head "I don't blame him. I would rather not be here for this either."
Magic needles were uncommon but for things like this or magical surgery. Potions usually were just consumed but some needed to be over time. Harry had spent many years away from magic and he had known needles all too well. He had not minded them too much for the doctor would always give him a lollipop when he was done. That could make some laugh but it was the only time as a kid he often got a sweet.
Draco was happy Harry had not come in alone. He had definitely not minded keeping Harry company but he had felt bad. But for the treatment when Harry came on a weekend he had to see to other patients as well. He was relieved Harry would have company all the time.
Draco looked up when Harry mentioned Kreacher wouldn't have to bother him again "I wouldn't mind coming for a visit when you don't have a fever."
Harry smiled tentatively at that "Maybe on a day when I can actually eat."
They had meals together but other then ice cream nothing Harry had kept down. Draco didn't want Harry cooking but Harry mentioned all the food from Molly. Harry thought Draco was simply worried about him as a patient but thought he could thank him with food. Harry thought it impossible Draco could want more. They had moved into a comfort zone but he was sick. No one in their right mind would want to date some one with cancer who could die soon.
George was back but he watched from the door for a bit. He could see that Harry was totally oblivious to the looks from his healer. George wasn't sure it was the right time but he actually thought they made a cute couple. Draco was a good man and he was obviously good for Harry.
George eventually came in and Draco took his leave. He sat on the bed "I'm sorry about that."
Harry shook his head "I don't blame you trust me. It just means a lot you are here."
George almost pointed out he would have been before if he knew but he held his tongue on that. Harry needed his support and not a guilt trip right now. Harry had only ever had one person he knew he could lean on totally and that had been Remus. George and the others had sworn to change that.
George handed Harry the ice cream "I don't think my mom would approve of this. No sweets before a meal even when sick.'
Harry had thought Draco would not take him up on his offer. He was sure Draco was only there for him as a healer. He was surprised when he got an owl asking to come for lunch in two days. Draco knew he wouldn't be so ill by then and more able to keep down solid food. He would have had Harry but he had nosy roommates and he didn't want to make Harry come to him. He insisted he bring the food though as Harry didn't have to worry about such.
Harry couldn't deny he was happy he was coming or that he was looking forward to it as well. The day before though he woke up late and found Kreacher pacing. He told Harry that Ron had been by the house and he was in a bad mood. Kreacher had told him Harry wasn't home.
Harry noticed the date and shook his head "Merlin I was meant to go out with him this afternoon."
George appeared "My wife warns me Ron is on his way. She told him you were giving me a hand."
No one not even Ron and Hermione knew either he lived over the shop or was a partner in it. He had never told them what he did with his winnings. Ron had wanted to work for George and was pissed when Lee was asked to run the second shop. Harry doubted Ron would be over the moon if he knew Harry had never given him that kind of money before. Ron would have called it charity.
Ron was pissed when Harry came from the back room. They usually only hung out once a month but Dean was about to be married. The boys were having a bachelor day instead of just the bar. Harry had been convinced to come with them.
Ron shook his head "I thought we were meeting for breakfast? I know you think you are some rich playboy who owns the world but this is crap."
George cut into him "Harry was up late helping me get a shipment out. He crashed in the back room. I would think before I talk Ron."
Harry had sent Kreacher to Dean and the others to explain what happened. The other three from their year lions appeared behind Ron. Some of their other friends were coming to the bar later but it was the five of them that morning. Harry and Seamus were the only ones without at least a serious girlfriend.
Harry looked to Dean "I'm sorry we missed breakfast but I have had some food sent to the box."
Dean clapped him on the back "Box seats for a game for my favourite team and a catered meal? I think I can forgive you."
Ron had been married a month after battle and Neville like Blaise planned to marry by the end of the year. Seamus was at least dating and Harry's friends as they took the bus were soon on him about dating while Ron brooded. His mind went to Draco for a moment as they talked.
Harry may have remained calm but Dean had enough by the start of the game "Lay off of it Ron. If you are going to continue to ruin my day you can leave."
