The following Friday had Harry reminded of the DA but on a much smaller scale as he was with Draco and Blaise as well as Hermione, Ginny, Luna and Neville were working on charms and not DADA. It seemed Draco's success had inspired Blaise and he had asked Ginny out.

Ginny looked over at Harry. "You know you're the only one of us without a date for Hogsmeade this weekend. We should find you a girl to take."

Luna shook her head. "I think he'd prefer a date of the male variety."

Harry looked at her shocked for he had not even known until that summer that he was gay, not until Lucius had kissed him. Lucius was not only his first boyfriend but the one and only male he had shown any interest or so he had thought.

Hermione saw him blushing. "I had no idea but you know I don't care Harry. I know we're both muggle raised but it is so common in the wizarding world."

Neville beamed. "You know I know a few blokes, not any in our year but a few seventh years and a few fifth years who might be interested."

Harry shared a look with Draco and then took a deep breath. "I am already seeing someone. I have been since this summer."

Everyone seemed shocked and they were running through their mind of who he could possibly have started dating that summer, especially since Draco was obviously happily dating Hermione now.

Draco squeezed his arm. "You know none of them will hex you or something. I think you're safe in this room."

Harry took a deep breath. "I have been dating Lucius since the first week this summer. I am in love with him."

After making that announcement he definitely had no idea how his friends were going to take it and he prepared himself for some kind of slaps or hexes or shouting but he got none of them.

Hermione turned to Draco. "You knew about this?" and when Draco nodded. "And you have no problems with your dad and Harry dating?"

Draco shook his head. "I did, but I realized how in love dad and Harry were and I want them both happy. I'm sorry I didn't tell you but..."

Hermione cut him off with a kiss. "It wasn't yours to tell." And when she turned to Harry she hugged him. "Definitely a bit shocked by your choice but I'm happy for you."

Harry sighed a breath of relief and another one when Blaise and Neville and Luna all seconded and third her sentiments but his attention turned to Ginny. She had a boyfriend and no longer was a love sick puppy over him but he was still a bit worried at how she might take the news.

Ginny laughed. "That makes two brothers who are gay. Do you think I'd have a problem when Charlie is engaged to a man?"

Harry pulled her into a hug. "I knew you'd not have a problem with me being gay but my partner. I mean you're taking this better then my dad that's for sure."

Draco snorted. "That's because they did not walk in on you in boxers in your bedroom snogging a man their age."

Seeing the shock in his friend's faces Harry explained and he found himself explaining the entire summer. He smiled as he told them about his feelings and wanting to one day marry Lucius which he had no problem saying as Draco already knew of course.

Hermione smiled. "Well it seems the guy is good for you so you have our support even more. I can't believe you'\re dating my boyfriend's father though."

Harry knew she was smiling though. "I was thinking how odd it would be if you and I both became Malfoys, and I was your stepfather in law."

Hermione looked at Draco. "You do realize that you could have your brother there as the father of your sisters and brothers. I'd not think you'd take that part so calm."

Harry snickered. "He practically gave Sirius a heart attack at the train station with the talk of Sirius' kids going to school with his grandchildren."

Draco shrugged. "I know how much dad always wanted to have more then one child and I always wanted a little sister."

Reminding Draco that there was no way of assuring that and that he and Lucius would not even consider a wedding until Harry graduated from Hogwarts, Harry tried to switch the topic from his future children for he felt slightly hot under the collar about it even though his friends took it so well.

As they were leaving Harry smiled at Draco. "Well I guess your dad has his wish. He wanted me to be at dinner when you bring Hermione home officially."

It was Hermione's turn to blush a bit at that."This is a bit new having a guy ask me home to meet his dad over dinner before we have had our first date."

Harry reminded her that she had met Lucius a few times but she pointed out it was different to be brought home as a girlfriend. He knew she had met Molly as a partial girlfriend with Ron. Harry did not have to contend with parents as Lucius' were dead but there was a son, but he already jumped that hurdle.

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Harry smiled the next morning as he listened to his friends talking about going into town. Ron was shooting daggers at Draco for he could not believe if former girlfriend was dating the blond ferret as he still called him.

Ron looked at Harry. "You know my sister is probably looking for you. You know she'd love for you to take her into town."

Draco snickered from his place next to Hermione. "Are you blind as well as stupid? You do realize your little sister has a boyfriend, don't you?"

Seeming to be conjured just to prove the words Ginny came in smiling and laughing with Blaise and while they were not holding hands or kissing yet, there was no doubting that they were together.

Ron glared at his sister when she sat down. "You too? It isn't bad enough that Hermione is dating a blood snake but you as well?"

Ginny turned and kissed Blaise for good measure before turning back to her brother. "Yes. A cute, funny, and intelligent snake who treats me well."

Ron seemed to need someone to blame and rounded on Harry. "This is your fault. You bring the snakes into our life and then you dump her."

Harry was livid. "Dump her? We were never going out Ron. She is practically my sister and not my type."

Ron smirked at him. "Not your type? Are you telling me you are some kind of sick little queer? Let me guess you went for another snake. Which goon is it?"

Other then Seamus and Dean, Ron had almost every Gryffindor looking ready to punch him at that moment and Draco and Blaise as well. Draco looked ready to slug him but Harry stopped him.

He looked at Ron. "You're right. I am gay. I expected better of you considering how you idolize Charlie and he is about to marry Rodger in the spring."

Ron sneered. "My big brother, should have known he was one when he decided on dragons and not quidditch. You know they are all guys up at the preserve."

Ginny shot him a nasty look. "You either lay off this Ron or I will send an owl to Charlie and to mum. I'm sure they would both be impressed by your bigotry."

Ron looked at Dean and Seamus. "How about we head off to town before these snake loving queers rub off on us? My appetite is definitely gone."

Watching as they stormed off he wondered how much things would get worse when they found out that he was in love with Lucius. He wondered how Molly and the others would take it when they found out who his boyfriend was. The gay news would definitely be easier for them to stomach.

Ginny whispered. "Mum and the others will ne shocked but they will accept Lucius like I have. They want you happy and they will see he makes you that."

Harry turned towards her and kissed her on the cheek. "Thanks Ginny. Your friendship means a lot to me like your other brothers as well."

They eventually headed into town and while Harry did not have a date he was made not to feel like to much of a third wheel though he eventually took off on his own when they others went for something to eat, reminding himself that they were on their first dates and remembering his own with Lucius, he slipped away. He was in Honeydukes buying some licorice wands which were a favourite for both him and Lucius, when he felt a hand grab him.

He was about to panic after his morning with Ron but as he was pulled into a back room he heard a familiar voice. "I hope you plan on sharing."

Harry sunk into Lucius' arms for a long drawn out kiss. "I thought when I got back to town I'd come and we could feed each other some licorice for desert."

Lucius ran a hand through Harry's hair. "I was in town for a book but when I saw you come in here alone, I could not help but sneak in here with you."

Harry didn't mind at all. "I was starting to feel bad that I couldn't share it with my boyfriend. My friends were trying to distract me from the thought."

Realization sink in for Lucius that Harry was telling him he had told his friends about them and when he shot Harry a look to confirm it, Harry nodded and pulled him down into another warm passionate kiss.

He drew away. "They were shocked by my choice but they told me it seemed you make me happy and they support me. Everyone but Ron and his goons that is."

Lucius grimaced when he heard Ron's reaction but he was happy to hear those who supported him. He nibbled on Harry's ear. "Perhaps soon we can come out."

Harry surprised Lucius when he nodded and did not argue. "I think so too. I know I have friends and my dads and you to support me. Soon I promise."

That made Lucius' heart flutter and Harry's too. Harry realized he was in love and he wanted people to know it. And he knew that other then Ron and some idiots, people would stand behind him like those he had told. He was happy and madly in love for once and he wanted to share that with the world to know. Harry eventually drew away from his kisses.

Harry smiled. "I should get back out there or people will wonder if I got abducted or something. People saw me come in here."

Lucius ran a hand down his face but he pulled away. "I am so happy you're willing to consider coming out, so I will part with you. But keep your promise."

Harry laughed and promised he'd come to his rooms to share licorice wands with him after dinner and went to buy more. He did not see though that his disappearance with Lucius had been noticed and that it was not such the secret rendezvous.

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Harry was smiling as he headed back from Gryffindor where he had gone right after dinner with his friends. He was heading to keep his promise to Lucius which he was happy he no longer had to hide from his friends.

He was on the second floor still when he saw Ron and Dean and Seamus coming his way. "Well there is our little golden boy. We've been looking all over for you."

Harry had his back up already after what happened that morning. "I would have thought after this morning you guys would not want to see me again."

Ron shrugged. "Seamus reminded me that you were still a lion and you know a lot of guys here at school experiment Seamus just gave us a good idea."

Harry knew something was up before they seized him by the arm and pulled him towards one of the alcoves. He had of course known full well what they were used for and his panic was rising in his chest.

Seamus suddenly grabbed him through his pants. "See I like my little boys too, just more privately. If you need good shag, then take a lion."

Ron laughed in agreement. "We'll keep an eye out here. I am sure Seamus will soon make you see that a lion is a better fuck then any snake and an old man."

Seeing Harry's shock Ron smirked. "Thought you were so sneaky snogging Malfoy Sr in the back room? You're even worse then Hermione with Draco."

Harry tried to pull away but Dean was helping to hold him and he felt Seamus pressing harder. "Get off of me. You can't do this. Let go of me."

Dean clamped a hand over his mouth as Harry was loud enough to draw attention. "No wanting to make people think you weren't begging for this fun."

Harry was desperately trying to battle both the fear and the actual hands on him as well but he couldn't. He bit the hand that covered his mouth and when Dean uncovered his mouth he screamed for a moment before the hand was replaced.

Seamus held tight to his balls as he whispered. "This can be fun and gentle or this can be rough. You play good and you will want more."

Suddenly they heard Ron gasp and another voice come from behind. "What the hell is going on?"