A/N: PLEASE READ :) Well this story has now met it's end. This is probably one of the longest chapters I've ever written. I hope I tied things up enough for you all. I truly loved writing this story and I truly love all of you for reviewing constantly and adding me to your alerts and so on. You have all made me so thrilled to be a writer. I hope you've enjoyed the journey and I hope you enjoy the end. The quote for this chapter is a tiny poem that I wrote myself. Also, there is some Elvin language in this chapter and the Elvin words will be in bold. The rest are either Finnish, Dutch, French, or Danish I believe. I'll put the translations at the bottom. Anyway, without further ado here it is and again thank you so much for sticking with me :)
Epilogue
So we've come full circle.
Enemies became friends,
Friends became lovers.
We've loved and lost and loved again.
We've seen death and we've seen life.
We've never lost hope.
Love is all this and more.
Love has no bounds,
Not even death can interfere with that love.
It does not disappoint.
(PotGra4Ever)
It was a beautiful pre-summer day at Hogwarts with the sun shining and birds singing a happy tune. The air was filled with the scent of fresh flowers and newly cut grass. It wasn't too hot nor too cold. It was just right. There was a stage set up in front of several rows of chairs waiting patiently to be occupied. Graduation day had come and the seventh years were in their dorms getting ready for the big event albeit they were all rather nervous.
"Dammit! I can't figure out what to wear!" Draco yelled from inside his wardrobe. He was knee deep in clothes and his head was buried in his wardrobe. Ron sat on his bed flipping through a magazine as Harry sat on his own; his eyes closed trying to relax before the big event.
"Love, just pick something. You'll look great no matter what and it shouldn't matter since it's going to be under your gown," Harry told him. Draco froze where he was and Harry knew far too late that he shouldn't have said what he did. He peeked one eye out from under his arm and looked over at Draco who was slowly turning to face him, his expression set in near fury.
"Love, just because you lack the skills to know how to dress well does not mean the rest of us do. What I wear beneath my gown needs to be perfect. Now how about you help me instead of sitting there being lazy," Draco bit out. Harry watched in amazement as a small vein began to pop out of Draco's forehead. He cringed inwardly at the thought of how he'd be on their wedding day, but then he grinned at the realization that he wouldn't have to participate in that part of the wedding preparations.
Apparently Draco thought that Harry was making fun of him and his face passed near fury and fury all the way to complete and utter fury. Draco let out an exasperated cry and slammed his wardrobe door shut, on his finger. He cried out in pain and clutched his finger to his chest. Harry bolted over in a panic, but had to suppress a laugh as he realized that Draco's tantrum had caused him to hurt himself.
"Serves you right love for acting like a child," Harry whispered as he reached out and took Draco's hand. Ron had buried his face in a pillow to keep his laughter in check. Harry brought Draco's finger up to his lips and kissed it gently, soothing the pain away. Draco smiled gratefully at him as he examined his finger to see it as good as new. "Now might I suggest this light blue polo and gray slacks? I think you'll look smashing in that," Harry said as he gestured to his closet.
Draco considered Harry's suggestion. "Simple, yet effective. Thank you," Draco replied. He leaned forward and pressed a kiss to Harry's lips before he gathered the clothes and retreated to the bathroom. As soon as the door closed behind him Harry let out a relieved sigh and returned to his bed.
"Good luck with that mate," Ron commented from across the room.
"Thanks Ron. Thanks a lot," Harry replied drily.
"Hey you want to marry him," Ron teased.
Harry grinned wistfully and looked over at the closed bathroom door. "I know. Best decision I ever made."
Ron started to laugh and Harry joined in, both knowing that Harry was quite serious.
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The seventh years were lined up inside the castle waiting for their cue to begin their walk down to the stage. Harry stood next to Draco with his gown draped over his arm. Harry had been right, Draco did look fantastic and Draco found himself unable to complain about Harry's looks as well. Harry draped his arm across Draco's shoulders as they talked with Ron and Blaise about the upcoming move to the Elvin realm. All their close friends were going to spend a couple of weeks there for a vacation and the wedding.
Blaise's eyes drifted to the staircase since Hermione still hadn't arrived. He gasped when his eyes settled on a woman who looked very much like Hermione, but not at the same time. Walking next to her was a woman who looked like Pansy, but not quite. He smacked Ron on his arm without taking his eyes off of her and Ron turned to follow his gaze and his mouth dropped open in surprise at his girlfriend. Harry and Draco turned as well both marveling at the beautiful women.
Hermione already had tears in her eyes as she stepped down the final steps. Blaise met her there and wrapped his arms around her in a tender hug and kissed her cheek sweetly. She smiled shyly at him and then turned to Harry. She nearly broke down as he pulled her into a hug.
"You look beautiful Mione," Harry whispered as she clutched onto him with all her strength.
"You too," She replied as she stepped back and casually wiped her eyes. Harry batted his eye lashes in a girly manner.
"Why thank you," He said in a slightly high pitched voice. Hermione giggled as she slapped his arm and rolled her eyes.
Ron was still staring open-mouthed at Pansy unable to form a coherent sentence or thought. Pansy stood there tapping her foot impatiently, but inwardly grinning at her boyfriend's speechlessness. She stepped forward and kissed him tenderly on the lips and then stepped back again as a smile graced her features. "I'll take that as you like what you see?" She questioned. Ron nodded dumbly and continued to stare at her.
Draco rolled his eyes and muttered something about lacking tact. He turned to Harry who smiled in a way that still sent shivers down Draco's back. Harry reached out and looped his arm around him and pulled him against him planting a heated kiss on his pouty pink lips. Draco went limp in his arms at the kiss and would have collapsed had it not been for Harry's strong arms.
"Mr. Potter!" McGonagall's stern voice interrupted the kiss. Harry broke away nearly losing his grip on Draco and dropping him. She looked down her nose at both of them and suppressed a small smile. "We are getting ready to head out and I strongly suggest that you get your gowns on and maintain your control," She continued. She gave them both another stern look and turned away, but Harry and Draco still managed to catch her grin and they laughed quietly together at her actions. They both slipped their gowns on and checked each other to make sure that they were both ready and looking perfect. They did of course.
They shifted in line and Draco stepped in front of Harry and instantly Harry wrapped his arms around his waist and nuzzled his neck.
"Oh this is so exciting, but I'm so nervous at the same time. What if I didn't do well enough to be at the top of the class? I know I could have studied more this year than I did. Oh no, I really think I messed up that love potion essay as well as the use of unicorn blood in potion making. Oh no, I'm going to be stuck as a janitor and then I won't be able to move up in the world and then-" Hermione said as she began hyperventilating. Blaise covered his face with his hand and placed the other on her shoulder in a soothing pat.
"Hermione, you did fantastic this year and I know you made top marks and will be this year, if not every year from now, top student. Stop worrying so much," Draco told her in an exasperated tone. "Someone get her a paper bag," He added. As soon as he said it one appeared in front of Hermione and she took it and began breathing deeply into it.
Suddenly the music began playing and Harry felt Draco tense in his arms. "I'm really nervous all of a sudden. What if I didn't make top boy this year with my marks? I will be devastated and I'll never amount to anything in this world-" Draco started. Harry groaned and whipped him around quickly and planted a kiss on his still moving lips. In a matter of milliseconds they stopped the motion of talking and returned the kiss.
"You made top boy. You're going to help rule the world and you're going to marry me. I'd say you're amounting to something in this world. Now take a deep breath and relax love and walk," Harry soothed. Draco nodded dazedly and turned to begin his walk behind Pansy. Hermione had stopped panicking and had her head raised high in the air. Draco looked the same as any Malfoy should when facing the public. Harry merely chuckled and followed behind him.
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The students were all seated and cameras were flashing, capturing the legendary group. Draco gripped Harry's hand in the front row, the only part of him betraying how nervous he actually was. His parents were sitting with Harry's parents and were smiling happily up at them. The crowd hushed as Dumbledore approached the podium. His robe was bright green and had multi-colored swirls printed on them. His hat was black with the same multi-colored swirls.
"Welcome parents and friends to the celebration of this unique class of witches and wizards. It has been a year filled with change in the most peculiar of places (He glanced behind him at the Gryffindor, Slytherin couples with a bright smile). We nearly lost a shining star, but by sheer will and love he returned to us, good as new. In the coming years we will have peace and continuing change, but throughout it all we will be together and joined in a peaceful alliance. I won't take up too much of this time since I know we all want to congratulate each and every graduate today. Before we get to that I would like for Harry to step up here. He has a few words for us all. Harry," Dumbledore turned and gestured to the podium for Harry to rise. Draco looked up at Harry not expecting a speech from him and he looked on curiously.
Harry stood and shook hands with Dumbledore before facing the audience. His eyes met Lelie and Hillioes and they smiled knowingly at him. He turned to Narcissa and Lucius who also smiled. They did not know what Harry's speech would entail either.
"Good afternoon everyone and thank you for being here today. I cannot begin to express how strange this year has been for me, but when all is said and done I would not have it any other way. I've made new friends this year that beforehand I never would have made. I've fallen deeply in love with someone that had at one time been my enemy. This year has shown me that no matter what there is good in all of us and it can be found in the most surprising places (Harry looked back at Draco who was blushing madly). As all of you know I have officially become King Piekeren and with that come a lot of responsibility. I have been given the opportunity to change some things in the ministry that are much needed and I believe full heartedly in the decisions I've made. Some of you will not like it, I can guarantee it, but I believe in my decisions and have people behind me in support. Yesterday Minister Rufus Scrimgeour turned in his resignation. I met with the Wizengamot yesterday and appointed a new minister which the members have agreed with my decision, willingly. If the appointed minister accepts his position he will take office in a couple of weeks. Many of you know him in a different, more sinister light, but I have come to know him in an entirely new way and I believe in his abilities to be the minister. Lucius Malfoy, if you accept, have been appointed the Minister of Magic," Harry explained.
He waited for the onslaught of confusion and outrage at the appointment, but for several moments he was met by only gasps and silence. He distinctly heard Draco's sharp intake of breath at the appointment and his feet scraping across the ground as he shifted to get a better look at his father. Lucius face was paler than usual and Narcissa's eyes were wide in shock. They exchanged looks for a moment and then turned back to a grinning Harry Potter. He slowly stood and cleared his throat looking around at all the people's faces in the audience. Hillioes and Lelie as well as the Weasley's were giving him encouraging smiles. Dumbledore smiled as well.
"I, uh, Harry are you sure about this?" Lucius stuttered.
"Of course. Do you accept?" Harry answered confidently.
Lucius looked around again and saw mostly support in everyone's eyes. "Yes. I do accept," He said. He turned back to Harry and smiled a genuine smile. Suddenly, there was an eruption of cheers from the supportive people and Draco looked on proudly at his father.
"Good. You will have lots of paperwork to look at when you get home. Now I have one other announcement that I am glad I get the opportunity to announce. The two people I am about to introduce have worked very hard this year to maintain their marks that they've had since school began seven years ago. They've studied hard and have earned these awards rightfully. They are both rather close to my heart. This year's top students are Hermione Granger and Draco Malfoy," Hermione and Draco both jumped out of their seats in gleeful cries and were jumping up and down excitedly as they approached the podium. "Now will you two please, please, stop worrying so much?" Harry teased as they accepted their awards. They both glared at him, but then smiled brightly as they received a hug from him. The audience laughed along with Harry's remark.
He left the podium and the ceremony proceeded with each graduate receiving a parchment stating their successful completion of school. After a joint dinner with family and friends they all departed so that the graduates could have one last hurrah before leaving Hogwarts behind them.
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The next morning the new graduates were draped around the room some on top of each other and others clutching half empty glasses of spiked punch in their hands as they rested their heads on tables, chairs, floors, and couches completely passed out. Harry and Draco's parents stood in the doorway as well as Sage and Rylan taking in the state of the children. Lucius and Hillioes began laughing as did Rylan and Sage at the preposterous positions some of the kids were in. Narcissa and Lelie were tapping their feet angrily as they surveyed the room.
"This is no way for a Malfoy to act," Narcissa commented angrily. She turned her nose up in disgust when her eyes settled on her very intoxicated and passed out son who was draped across Harry's lap.
"This is no way for a Potter to act. Didn't he learn his lesson last time?" Lelie muttered darkly. Harry was leaning against Ron and Blaise's backs, each with a bottle of empty fire whiskey next to them.
"Oh stop, they're celebrating. After this it's the real world for them all. They needed one last night to celebrate being kids," Lucius scolded.
"Yes Minister Malfoy," Narcissa cooed. Lucius blushed and Hillioes chuckled.
"Alright enough of this, it's time for them to get up," Hillioes said. With an impish grin he flicked his hand and the room filled with brilliant, unnatural light. Then above each person who was sprawled around the room a large bucket of ice water floated, waiting for the final command. Hillioes and Sage grinned evilly and with a snap of his fingers the buckets opened up and dropped gallons of ice cold water on the passed out group.
The room was soon filled with several people crying out explicative loudly and standing up in the puddles of water swaying slightly as the blood rushed from their head.
"Fucking shit, that's cold!" Harry and Draco cried together as they jumped up. Harry got up before Draco who landed hard on the ground when he slid off Harry's lap, but he recovered quickly and was standing looking around angrily for the culprit. His eyes settled on the adults condescending faces, well the mothers' anyway and he cowered behind Harry.
"Now, that is no way for your highnesses to speak," Lucius drawled a grin spreading across his face.
"Yes well Minister, let's dump ice cold water on you and see how you feel," Draco replied bitterly.
Lucius chuckled and shook his head.
"Mother, good morning to you," Draco said with an innocent smile. Narcissa narrowed her gaze and didn't smile, but frowned instead. Lelie was giving a similar icy glare to her own son and Harry found himself shifting so that he was behind Draco now.
"Mum, no more drinking, I know," Harry squeaked as he covered his mouth and stomach and bowed slightly to her. Draco shot him a glare when he realized he was in front of Harry now.
"I'll let it slide this time. The only other time you should drink is on your wedding day and in celebration of your child's life. That's it," Lelie warned.
Harry gulped and nodded.
"Well then, those of you who are coming for the wedding which would be essentially all of you, get your things. We are heading there now. We've got a wedding to do. Let's move along now," Narcissa ordered with a steely gaze.
Everyone jumped up and rushed from the common room to quickly gather up their belongings. Within minutes they were all ready to go and the elves created a large apparition area that led them directly to the estate. They landed in the foyer and Harry and Draco marveled at how different it was from the last time they had been there which had been more than two months ago. Lelie and Hillioes had been rather busy as well as getting some help from Narcissa and Sage.
The foyer was made of light marble and it had a small staircase that led to a landing that had a staircase to the next floors on the left and right. In the middle was the entrance to a large sitting room. There were several gray columns next to the small stair case and the designs on the walls and ceilings were intricate and beautiful with decorative arches leading the way to other parts of the house.
Harry stepped forward pulling an awed Draco behind him and they climbed the steps walking into the large sitting room. Right before their eyes it changed from the cold marble to rich woods with a large stone fireplace against the wall they were facing. A large bank of windows appeared on either side of the fireplace revealing the beautiful world that was the Elvin realm. This was the first time they had seen it since they were unable to view it until their home was ready and they were done with school.
There were beautiful mountains in the distance that surrounded the valley. There were several trees of all kinds as well as flowering trees that neither man had ever seen before. A large river weaved lazily through the valley and opened into a lake. There were small dwellings dotting the valley that looked very different from those in the Wizarding world.
"Would you two like to see the rest of the house?" Lelie asked as the two sank down into the couches that faced the windows. They nodded their heads slowly, but didn't move. "Every room is like this. It will change to match both your tastes. The rooms your guests will stay in will match their tastes as well. Come take a look," Lelie urged. Harry and Draco nodded again, but still did not move. She shrugged in exasperation and led everyone from the room for a continued tour of the house.
"Harry, this is all ours," Draco murmured as he gestured out the window.
"It is," Harry replied quietly.
"I'm glad I'm your mate. This is breathtaking," Draco responded still in awe. Harry chuckled and wrapped his arms around Draco and pulled him onto his lap. Draco reluctantly turned his gaze from the landscape and looked deeply into Harry's emerald eyes. He was content and happy and he saw those feelings mirrored in Harry's eyes.
Harry leaned forward and captured Draco's lips in a passionate kiss. He skimmed his hands up the back of his t-shirt and ran his fingers lightly down his back. Draco shifted against him and shuddered at the feel of his feather light touches. He deepened the kiss and delved his tongue into Harry's waiting mouth and he grinned when Harry moaned in response.
A pop interrupted them and they reluctantly pulled apart to see a blushing Sage looking at them. "Your highness, your mother requests your presence in your room and to inform you that your guests are settling in quite comfortably," She said quietly. She bowed and waited for Harry to signal for her to leave. He stood and grabbed Draco's hand and left the sitting room for the upstairs.
His mother was standing outside the door looking at him expectantly. Harry and Draco approached and were met with the same white marble as the foyer, but as soon as they both stepped into the room it changed once again. There was a large plush king sized bed with silver and gold hangings and a plush burgundy comforter. The ceiling opened up with a large, unobstructed view of the sky. There were several smaller windows along the walls with views of the surrounding areas. It was a circular room and as Draco walked towards the bathroom and stepped through the door he gasped at the size of the bathroom. There was a large shower area as well as a beautiful soaking tub meant for two and a double sinked counter. The toilet had its own room which made Harry laugh as he stepped into the bathroom. He motioned to the other side of the bathroom to a door with Draco's name on it. Draco's eyes lit up as he approached it and tentatively opened the door. It was the largest wardrobe he had ever seen. There were shelves upon shelves and rods upon rods of space for his expansive clothes collection. He stepped out and peeked into Harry's wardrobe and laughed. It was a quarter of the size of his own.
They left the bathroom and walked back into the bedroom where Narcissa was waiting this time. "We have one last thing for you to see," She said as she gestured towards the door. Harry and Draco followed behind her curiously for what seemed like forever. They finally arrived at a double set of doors and Narcissa grinned as she opened them.
Harry and Draco peeked into the room and gasped. It was the throne room. At the back were two intricately designed chairs. One with deep red and gold coloring and the other with deep green and silver coloring. They were made of a special wood from the Elvin world with beautifully carved scenes from the surrounding land. Harry slowly walked towards them and Draco followed a few steps behind his eyes on Harry's every move.
When Harry stepped up onto the dais and ran a hand over the carvings a sparkle of gold shimmered beneath his fingertips. He looked up at Draco and grinned. Draco stepped up and touched his own chair and created silver sparks at his touch. Harry stepped back around to the front and turned to Draco his hand outstretched.
"You still have the option to back out," Harry whispered sincerely.
Draco studied him for a moment and then grinned. "Not a chance." He took Harry's hand and together they sat on their thrones. A burst of rainbow light emitted from around them and they both looked forward realizing that all their guests were watching in awe. They turned to look at each other grinning happily and then they turned to watch the stream of light soar out of the open sky light and light up the sky in brilliant shades of color. The lights swooped back in and crashed into both Harry and Draco and Harry instantly became his king form and Draco took on a few Elvin characteristics and grew several inches. His features softened and his ears grew slightly more pointed. He turned to Harry unsure of the reaction he would get and when Harry's eyes took in his changed form he gasped and his eyes clouded over in desire at the sight of his love. Draco grinned and squeezed his hand. They turned to look at their guests and were surprised to see them all kneeling before them. They both swelled with pride and leaned over kissing each other tenderly.
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"Mother these just won't do!" Draco whined as he threw another set of robes off of his body. He sat down on the bed in a huff and crossed his arms looking very much like a child. Today Harry and Draco were getting married and so far it couldn't be going any worse for him.
"Draco, we can adjust the size. There is no problem with that. What is really bothering you?" She asked.
"Nothing mother. Absolutely nothing aside from my dress robes not fitting," Draco replied curtly.
"Dragon, I know that something is on your mind so just tell me. I want you to be relaxed and happy today and being upset right now is not going to help," Narcissa insisted.
Draco sighed and sat down in a chair. "Mother, I can't do this. I don't know a single thing about leading more than a handful of people at a time. Harry deserves better than what I have to offer him. It's a mistake that he's stuck with me," Draco said quietly.
Narcissa sighed and sat back in her seat for a moment, deep in thought. She sat up straight again and reached for Draco's hands holding them in her grasp. "Draco, Harry loves you more than anything. He does not expect you to do all of this on your own and he doesn't expect himself to do it all on his own. You two are a team and the fates would not have destined you two together if it wasn't how things were meant to be. You could be the worst leader in the world and Harry would still love you and still stand by you. I have never seen someone look at another person in the way that Harry looks at you. You are so lucky to have him and he is lucky to have you. You can do this. Harry has faith in you and I have faith in you," Narcissa explained calmly. She reached up and wiped the stray tears that had fallen from Draco's eyes. He smiled appreciatively at her and nodded.
They turned at the sound of the door creaking open and Lelie sticking her head in. "How's the groom to be?" She asked tentatively taking in the tear stains on his face. Narcissa looked at him and he nodded.
"I am doing great except my robes do not fit properly," Draco replied looking down disdainfully at the pile of robes that were pooling around his feet.
"Piekeren suspected that might happen thus the reason he sent me to bring you this," Lelie said as she reached behind her and directed a floating box into the room. She settled it on the bed and Draco stood and looked at the box curiously. He lifted the lid and a huge smile broke across his face. Inside the box was a cobalt colored robe with swirls of silver and emerald designs on it. He reached in and ran his fingers over the material and it slid through his fingers like silk. He grinned as he pulled it all the way out and held it against his body. The arm lengths were short and the length of the robe itself fell to Draco's knees. He stared at it in annoyance and nearly threw it to the ground when he caught a glimpse of a note inside the box. He reached over and took it out.
My love, I'm sure you are freaking out about now with the size of this robe, but it is not a mistake. Put it on and you will see that it fits perfectly. I hope you're not stressing too much about your other robes; you can't help that you've grown up a bit. I'll see you soon. All my love, Harry.
Draco smiled at the note and set it down again slipping his arms into the robe sleeves. As soon as the robe was completely on him it began to adjust to the contours and lengths of Draco's body. Within seconds it fit him perfectly and he looked smashing.
"See Draco, he loves you and knows you far too well," Narcissa said with a wink. Draco blushed and nodded. He checked himself out in the mirror and felt butterflies in his stomach. Within an hour he was going to be married to Harry, finally. Everything felt absolutely perfect.
Lelie smiled and turned to the door, but stopped and turned back. "Oh and Draco I never mentioned this before, but in traditional Elvin weddings the bride or in your case the other groom are supposed to dance down the aisle towards your future spouse. See that you stick with tradition now dear. See you soon," She explained before she quickly departed the room shutting the door behind her.
Draco stared after her his expression horrified. "Is she mad? I can't dance down the aisle in front of all those people. It will not happen. I refuse!"
"Now don't do that. You must stick with tradition and I'm sure it would mean a lot to Harry so you need to do it for him," Narcissa said sensing something fishy with the dancing.
"Ugh, mother Malfoy's do not dance alone! This is ridiculous. Harry is damn lucky that I love him," Draco responded. He stood up with a huff and looked into the mirror one more time before holding his arm out to his mother to escort her downstairs. "Shall we go then?" He asked. She nodded and linked her arm with his and walked with him through the house and to the entrance to the throne room where the wedding was going to take place.
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Harry stood in front of the podium where the arandur was waiting patiently for the beginning of the wedding. Harry shifted his weight nervously as he glanced around the room. His eyes settled on several people he knew from the Wizarding world as well as some important elves in the realm. He felt very nervous all of a sudden and was pleased that his mother delivered the message about the dancing to Draco. At least something would help loosen them both up. Harry was wearing emerald green robes with shimmering cobalt and silver designs. He smiled at how he looked. He was in his king form and Ron and Hermione were standing behind him feeling dwarfed by his size.
"Mate, are you ready for all of this?" Ron questioned as he took in the slight paleness to his best friend's face.
"Yes of course. I am looking forward to finally marrying Draco," Harry replied automatically.
Hermione looked at him in concern. "Harry if you're looking forward to it then why do you look so pale?"
Harry turned to them and sighed. "What if I'm not good enough and all he expects me to be? I mean he thinks I'm this powerful being and on the outside sure, but on the inside I'm still me and what if he doesn't like that?" He questioned quietly.
"Harry, Draco has been in love with you for years. He loves who you are both inside and out. He will never leave your side and he will never think you're not good enough for him. He loves you so much. He wouldn't be here if he didn't," Hermione assured him.
"You're right Hermione, thank you," Harry replied with a genuine smile. The music started up and Harry let out a small yelp as Hermione quickly kissed him on the cheek before he turned and faced the aisle. He watched as Blaise escorted Pansy down the aisle and they sent supportive grins up to Harry before exchanging loving looks with their significant others. The music stopped and then a traditional Elvin ballad began playing and Harry averted his eyes to the closed double doors. As he saw Draco step into the light he found himself grinning from ear to ear. Draco smiled back nearly melting at the sight of his future husband, but then he remembered what he had to do down the aisle and he found himself beginning to glisten since Malfoy's don't sweat. He quickly glanced around at everyone and took a deep breath. He closed his eyes and then opened them again as he began his dance down the aisle.
He twirled and jumped and leaped with grace and he cha chaed and slid left and right. He did a bit of the grapevine and some stomping and Harry could barely contain his laughter. Draco stopped about half way through noticing that Harry was laughing hysterically at the altar. He looked around and noticed that everyone was looking at him fondly and happily as if he wasn't dancing. No one seemed to notice that Harry was rolling over in fits of laughter and suddenly Draco knew that Harry had played a joke on him. Luckily for Harry he realized that no one else but Harry saw him dancing like a fool that is until his eyes fell on Hillioes and Lelie and Lucius and Narcissa who were laughing uncontrollably.
Draco turned his furious gaze back to Harry. "Harry. James. Potter."
"Yes my love?" Harry asked in an innocent voice.
"Give me one good reason why I shouldn't hex your arse right now," Draco demanded.
"Are you still nervous?" Harry asked. Draco looked up at him in confusion. "Are you, still nervous?" Harry asked again. Draco stopped his glaring and looked around, realizing that he was actually no longer nervous.
"No I'm not," Draco replied. He gave Harry a wide grin.
"Then let's get married," Harry replied as he walked down the steps and reached out his hand to Draco. He grinned and took a hold of Harry's hand who lifted it up to his lips and kissed it. "You look fantastic as I knew you would," Harry said.
"You look pretty fantastic yourself, as I knew you would," Draco repeated. Harry grinned and led him up to the altar. "How come no one else saw me but our parents?" He whispered.
"A simple shield. They saw you walk down like normal so no worries," Harry replied with a sly grin.
Draco nodded and turned to smile at the wedding party and then he turned his gaze to the arandur.
"Welcome everyone to this beautiful ceremony on a wonderful spring day here in the Elvin realm. I am honored to be residing over this ceremony today of King Piekeren and his mate Draco. The ceremony itself will not take long as us elves thoroughly enjoy a good celebration (everyone laughed at this). We shall begin with the vows that they have both prepared. King Piekeren let's start with you," the arandur said.
Harry took a deep breath and took both of Draco's hands in his own. He smiled at him. "Draco, I love you more than I have ever loved anyone else. I've loved you since we were eleven years old and I am so glad that we figured this out before it was too late. I adore you. I love every quirk about you from your whining about clothes to your natural instinct of knowing just what I need. You are smart and handsome and I couldn't ask for a better person to help me lead. I will love you always and forever," Harry vowed.
Draco grinned and fought back the tears that were threatening to fall.
"Draco," the arandur said.
He smiled and took a deep breath. "I have never felt so right about anything then I do about standing up here with you today vowing to love you forever. I can't begin to express the pain that I felt when I thought I lost you, but I knew deep within my soul that you would never leave me and I know that I will never leave you. I love you more than I ever thought possible and I cannot wait to begin this new part of our life and stand by your side to help you lead this wonderful world. I love you Harry, always and forever," Draco vowed. Harry grinned and casually brushed a tear from his eye.
"This next part will be in Elvin as we seal the bonds of this marriage. Harry James Potter and Draco Lucius Malfoy you have come before your family and friends today to bond completely to one another. These are serious vows and ones to not be taken lightly. Luona de kalina af de for ja de mori af de har nous tavata inde ened til car a tachnute af mela ja dil. Doen te Draco Lucius Malfoy nemen Harry til olla din verno inde hele aine af de corm ja fea?" The arandur stated.
He turned to Harry and looked into his eyes. "Ik doen," he answered.
"Doen te Harry James Potter, King Piekeren, nemen Draco til olla din verno inde hele aine af de corm ja fea?" The arandur asked Harry.
He smiled at Draco and nodded. "Ik doen," He replied.
"Luona de heru of Shalafi ja Merlin, Ik nu udtale te Harry ja Draco Malfoy-Potter ja King Piekeren ja Sovereign Monark. Te mogen nu sinetti de nute kanssa a miqula," the arandur finished with a wave of his wand. Harry and Draco leaned towards each other and their lips met. A brilliant purple light burst between them encasing them in a purple sphere of light. It swirled together with silver and gold and then it burst forth from them lighting the room with its glow.
Harry's hands cradled Draco's face as he deepened the kiss. Draco's arms looped around Harry's waist and pulled him closer intensifying the kiss. After a few minutes they separated and the light dissipated and as they turned towards the audience Fawkes began singing a beautiful song from his perch. Harry smiled over at him and the audience listened as if entranced and then when it was over Fawkes flapped his bright red wings and flew out the open window showering Harry and Draco in red sparks that seeped into their skin, warming them to the core. The audience burst into applause leaving little time for Draco and Harry to process what Fawkes had just done.
They turned back to their audience and smiled at every one of them as they began their walk back down the aisle to the reception that was taking place in the gardens outside the ballroom.
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After Harry and Draco had said good bye to the last of the guests that were not staying at the estate they began their slow ascent upstairs to their bedroom. Their parents and close friends had stayed behind on the opposite side of the estate giving the newly married couple plenty of space. When they reached the top of the stairs Harry turned to Draco and with lightning speed he scooped him up bridal style and carried him through the door. Draco grinned and nuzzled into Harry's neck.
"We did it love. We are now officially bonded," Draco commented as he held up his hand. The shield was complete now with the last quadrant filled with two purple hearts connected to one another. Harry set him down and held up his own hand and smiled.
"This is amazing. I can't believe we are actually married. Just think this time last year this would have only been in my dreams," Harry said.
"I'm glad both our dreams came true then," Draco responded. He leaned up and kissed Harry slowly. He looped his arms around his neck and threaded his fingers through his hair. Harry slipped his arms around his waist and pressed his hands against his back pulling him closer to him. Their groins pressed together and it was obvious that they were growing rather fond of each other right now. Draco broke away for a moment and started walking backwards pulling Harry along with him. His eyes were filled with passion, love, and desire and Harry nearly melted at the sight.
Draco removed his arms as his knees rested against the foot of the bed. He looked at Harry seductively and slowly began unclasping his robe. Harry's light green eyes darkened with desire as he unconsciously licked his lips. Draco let the robe fall into a pool at his feet and he began slowly unbuttoning the shirt he was wearing. Harry slipped his hands up and began fumbling with the clasps on his own robes. He had barely gotten his robe off before Draco was slowly unbuttoning his pants.
"I've always wondered what it would be like to make love to you in your king form," Draco said in a husky voice. Harry groaned at his tone and quickly removed his shirt and pants and stood impatiently as Draco slowly slid his pants down his thighs and his calves. Harry let out an animalistic growl and leapt at Draco pushing him down on the bed.
"Enough games Monark," Harry breathed as he crashed his lips onto Draco's. He kicked his pants off and arched his back, his hips pushing up into Harry. Draco reached for Harry's boxers and found that they were already gone as were his own. As soon as his brain caught up he groaned in pleasure at the feel of Harry's throbbing erection against his own. Harry removed his lips from Draco's and kissed a heated trail over his cheeks, ears, neck, and chest. Draco moaned and bucked against Harry who stopped his kisses and bit his lip as he controlled the need to ravage Draco senseless.
When he had regained control he kissed down Draco's chest and settled over his leaking cock and without a seconds warning he completely engulfed Draco in one swipe. Draco let out a cry as he nearly came at the feel of Harry's warm mouth enveloping his pulsing cock. Harry moved quickly and roughly and Draco realized that Harry in his king form was rough and Draco felt his temperature spike and his heart flutter at the thought. He decided he rather enjoyed Harry in his king form.
As if Harry could hear his thoughts, Harry began devouring Draco and as he snaked his hand up between his legs and gently stroked Draco's sack he was awarded with an orgasmic scream from Draco as he came strong and fast. Harry licked up every last drop and didn't give Draco an ounce of relaxation before he whispered a lubrication spell and began prepping him for entrance. He slipped in one finger and then two and Draco arched up again still thriving off his orgasm and he shuddered beneath Harry. He slipped in a third finger and watched in amazement as Draco came once again all over his chest and stomach.
Harry grinned and positioned his aching erection at Draco's entrance and without warning he pushed into him completely. Draco let out a cry of painful pleasure and began panting as he adjusted to Harry. He barely gave him much time to recover before he began moving in and out of Draco picking up the pace with each entrance. Draco was moving with him and breathing heavily, eyes closed. His eyes flew open when he felt the familiar pulsing sensation from Harry and felt him move faster and faster. Draco watched in amazement as Harry's expression changed from the look of concentration to pure orgasmic bliss as he came into Draco.
Harry felt his arms begin to shake and he slowly lowered himself onto Draco. They were still breathing heavily with their eyes beginning to droop. "I've decided we need to have sex more often when you're in this form," Draco commented hoarsely.
"I didn't hurt you did I?" Harry asked his voice laced with concern.
"Definitely not," Draco replied with a content sigh.
"Good. I love you Draco Malfoy-Potter," Harry whispered.
"Mmm, I love you too Harry Malfoy-Potter," Draco replied.
Harry closed his eyes and replayed the day's events in his mind. Draco did the same and after several moments when Harry was nearly asleep Draco spoke again. "At least the arandur didn't call me Queen Monark," He said. Harry began to laugh and nuzzled further into Draco's hold.
Life had come full circle for them.
From enemies to friends to lovers.
The End
Translations: arandur: minister
The rest are as follows:
By the light of the north and the dark of the south we meet in the middle to form a solid bond of love and devotion. Do you Draco Lucius Malfoy take Harry to be your husband in all matters of the heart and soul?" The minister stated. He turned to Harry and looked into his eyes. "I do," he answered. "Do you Harry James Potter, King Piekeren, take Draco to be your husband in all matters of the heart and soul?" The minister asked Harry. He smiled at Draco and nodded. "I do," He replied.