Harry had been reluctant to spent time with either Malfoy, of the senior variety, since he had come back to school. Oddly he and Draco were getting along well enough. He was reminded the hat wanted to make him a Slytherin, but he asked it not to. Between the war, and Ron before that, he had never given the Slytherins much of a chance. Draco and his friends had been playing a role, so honestly they hadn't been much for being friendly with the lions. Draco had told Harry he would marry him, to save him from Lucius, but Harry didn't want that. He and Draco were becoming friends of sorts, and he didn't want to force an arranged marriage on anyone else. He and Draco were friends, and some marriages were built on that, but Harry had always hoped for love and more. He was sure he would not have it now, but Draco should.

Harry's first weekend back, he was asked to spend the weekend with his Uncle and godfather. They planned to continue his training with him, both in his form, and in defense as well. Harry was excited to be an animagus, and glad Lucius was no longer involved.

Harry was surprised when he saw a blonde. "I was expecting your grandson perhaps."

Abraxas reminded him. "Draco has quidditch tonight."

Harry knew, his team had the day before and tomorrow. "Why are you here?"

Abraxas reminded him. "I promised to help train you."

Harry was pale. "So did He."

Abraxas sighed. "He won't be involved."

Harry grunted. "Good."

Abraxas tried. "He is a good man."

Harry reminded him. "You have helped keep me away from him."

Abraxas agreed. "He is attracted to you."

Harry bristled. "It doesn't give him the right to try and rape me."

Abraxas agreed. "He is used to being in control of everything."

Harry was white. "He swore to me when I took the walk, I was safe, and then he…."

Abraxas put a hand on him. "He won't hurt you again."

Harry sighed. "I guess."

Abraxas gently reminded him. "He will be family."

Harry smirked. "He is thinking husband."

Abraxas smiled a little. "I hope he will have to settle for stepfather."

Harry blushed to his rots when he heard that, and he could admit he had no idea how he felt about such words. He had been put off by Lucius right away, and it had nothing to do with his loos. He knew he had not given the man a chance, but they had such a history with each other. And he had been so upset about the whole contract. Finding out about the contract, and all the lies about who he was, had been hard. He had been trying to give Lucius a chance, with the walk. And the man had turned around, and tried to rape him. He could admit he was more comfortable with Abraxas, even since he was free. And they didn't have the bad history, though he was working through his history with Draco.

Severus had appeared in his door, but he remained silent. He was worried when he heard Abraxas, but he saw Harry blushing. He knew Harry would never allow Lucius a chance, after what he pulled. And it seemed Abraxas may be key to his happiness.

Severus cleared his throat. "There you are."

Harry turned to his Uncle. "I am sorry if…."

Severus cut him off. "You are on time."

Remus appeared around the same time. "Anxious to start again."

Harry nodded. "I have never wanted to learn something so much."

Abraxas smiled. "That is a common reaction."

Severus agreed. "Even in adults."

Remus smiled a little. "You enjoyed your patronus class as well."

Harry agreed. "Had more to do with the teacher than the subject."

Severus smirked. "Then this should work."

Abraxas saw his confusion. "You have three teachers you like, he means."

Harry had an odd smile. "I guess."

Severus motioned them in. "We should begin."

Harry looked at Abraxas. "You mentioned your form."

Abraxas nodded. "I may be rusty."

Usually only his private lab which and office were linked to Severus' private rooms, he went through his office to his classroom. But he had a third door added to his sitting room, through spells. It went into an empty classroom, that they would use for training Harry and Draco. When in the room, Abraxas took form and flew around the room, and turned back. He hadn't done it in years, but he didn't seem rusty at all.

Harry smiled. "Is it amazing to fly?"

Severus reminded him. "You do on a broom."

Remus nodded. "It is hard to learn."

Abraxas just smiled. "Nothing like on a broom."

Harry loved his form. "Well at least I will have someone to fly with."

Abraxas laughed a bit. "Well then we better get you started."

Harry nodded. "I am ready."

Severus motioned quietly to Severus. "Maybe we should leave."

Remus was not sure. "We promised to help train him."

Severus laughed a little. "I doubt he will miss us."

Remus noticed. "I don't know if he is ready to be alone with the man."

Severus reminded him. "They have been plenty."

Remus was reluctant but went with him. "One Malfoy I can trust with him."

Severus reminded him. "Draco as well. But Abraxas is good for him."

They were right, and Harry didn't notice for some time they were gone. The other two had agreed to help teach him, to make it easier. As much as Harry wanted to learn, he had been reluctant to be with Lucius. They had promised to take over the lessons, after what Lucius had done to him. But Abraxas seemed the best teacher for him, and not simply because of his form. Remus was wary, but he hoped this could work out.

Harry smiled at the man as practice was ending. "Thank you for doing this."

Though Harry had no intentions of being a vet, he allowed himself to enjoy Hagrid's class. And with his extra training, he got defense. He and Abraxas were spending at least an evening a week together, working on his form. He had taken a while to notice his Uncle and godfather had left, that first time. He had been okay with it though, and they were not involved after. They taught his defense lessons, but left animagus to Abraxas. They saw the two seemed to at least become friends, saw Harry laughing with Abraxas from time to time, and found some reassurance.

By Halloween Harry had made some small progress, both in his form and in his relationship. He and Draco were becoming friends, and his comfort level with Abraxas was growing. Draco chose to do his form training with his Uncle, as he knew Harry and his grandfather needed private time. The new friendship was tested with the first quidditch game of the season, which to no surprise, Gryffindor won.

Harry celebrated with his team. "That was amazing."

Ginny smiled. "Because we have the best coach."

Ron agreed. "We will have the cup."

A voice came from behind. "Lions, as cocky as ever."

Harry turned to see Draco. "Sore about losing?"

Draco offered his hand. "Good game."

Ron smirked. "Likely some trick."

Harry ignored him and shook his hand. "Good game."

Severus came over. "Both teams flew well."

Harry was agitated when Lucius appeared. "I should go shower."

Lucius stopped him. "I thought we'd go into town to celebrate."

Harry's anger flared. "I will never….."

Lucius corrected himself. "I meant the teams, both teams."

Draco shrugged. "We both played well."

Ron grumbled. "Like we want to celebrate with snakes."

Harry reluctantly agreed. "It sounds like a good idea."

If his Uncle had suggested it, he would have jumped at it. He could see the only person on his team with an issue was Ron. Ron had been doing better, since he learned Harry had to marry a Malfoy. But he was not the one who had to marry one, and his old prejudices were still out there. He wasn't sure why Harry had to be buddies with Draco, even if he had to wed a Malfoy. But the two teams could celebrate together, and a chance to go for lunch in town on a non-Hogsmeade weekend, was special. And he could ignore the fact Lucius was involved, and enjoy it.

As the teams went to shower, Severus shared an angry look with his brother. He still considered the man it, no matter what had happened. But he made it clear he would not allow Lucius near Harry, and he still meant it. He had backed off for the last while.

Severus growled. "Minerva and I will take our teams."

Lucius reminded him. "It was my idea."

Abraxas had come up. "You wish for the boys to enjoy it."

Lucius agreed. "I am not going to try anything."

Severus smirked. "Because you have been good so far."

Lucius grunted. "I am attracted to him."

Severus ground his teeth. "That doesn't give you the right to force yourself on him."

Lucius was agitated. "He is just scared, and never gave me a chance."

Severus spat. "So you tried to make him less scared, by raping him?"

Lucius grunted. "I wasn't raping him. I thought he'd see it was less scary, if we just kissed."

Severus watched the teams come out. "We both know it was more than kissing."

Lucius watched Harry. "I assume I pushed too fast."

Severus spat. "You assume?"

Lucius shrugged. "I will slow down this time."

Severus grunted. "It better be a stand still."

Lucius turned to look at him slightly. "Worried I may call you Uncle?"

Once that may have made him laugh. "I don't see that being an issue."

Harry was happy with his team, and even with Draco and his, but he kept his distance from Lucius. Draco had not spent much time with his dad, outside of the class. Lucius had made an attempt, and been going to his son's practices, and more. They had once been closer, and he missed it. Draco was still furious with his father, but he was allowing the man to try a bit. He was far more open to forgiving, then Harry was. But then again, he was not the victim in all of this. And this was his dad, he had a good relationship, a history to fondly look on.

In town Lucius lifted a bottle of butter beer at lunch. "To both teams, on a good game."

Harry shared a look with Draco. "To a good captain."

Draco returned the smile. "Two good captains."

Ron reminded them. "Team game here."

Harry laughed. "Two amazing teams."

Lucius turned to Harry. "I will be starting the duelling club after Christmas."

Harry turned to him. "I recall you mentioning it."

Lucius tried. "You should perhaps come."

Harry shrugged. "I assume it may be interesting."

Lucius tried. "Since you haven't learned in class, I'd be willing to….."

Harry cut him off. "My Uncle and Remus have been teaching me."

Severus looked over. "I believe we are a chapter ahead."

Lucius grunted. "Of course you are."

Harry shrugged. "I guess I will show you my skills in the club."

Lucius smiled a little. "I look forward to it."

Abraxas watched his son, and had mixed emotions. He was happy Lucius had tamed it down, and was not forcing Harry any more. But he knew his son all too well, and that lust was not gone. And Lucius had serious control issues, he spent too many years in power, to step back now. He was used to people following what he said, and Harry was far too independent for him. Harry would never be the traditional husband Lucius wanted. Abraxas watched Harry, and he could admit he was little better than his son, he'd love to pull Harry into his arms and make love.

Abraxas smiled inside at the thought of Harry. 'He is such a fool my son, the first kiss will be far more sweet when Harry wants it too'

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