Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter. J.K. Rowling does.

*Chapter Warning: Lucius gives Draco 'the talk'... but it's the Ainnir version. Lol.

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Soft music was drifting through the corridors of a large, elegant manor as Severus made his way down the strangely familiar halls. Without knowing why, he knew exactly where his feet were taking him: the library... That was where the source of the beautiful music was coming from. The song was both full of love and full of grief. Each note told of a different heart-breaking emotion. And despite the song's contradicting nature, Severus was moved deeply by it. He just had to find the musician...

No matter what... He had to find him...

And just as his dream always ends, Severus did not see the musician's face. Whenever he made it to the library of the strange manor, the music would either stop completely and no one would be there, or the music would continue as Severus slowly approached the lone figure sitting at the small piano in the corner. And just as the stranger turns around to reveal his identity, Severus would wake up before catching a glimpse of his face.

It was the same dream every night. The dream had come every night without fail since Harry and Draco's wedding. Severus was at a loss for every aspect of it. Who was the musician? Where was that manor? What was that song? And... why was it all so familiar to him? He just couldn't help but think he had known the musician, visited the manor, known the song... He had done it all before, but why couldn't he remember?

Perhaps it was time to talk to Lucius about the dream. Maybe his old friend would know a Seer who wasn't absolutly worthless like Sybill Trelawney. Hmmm... But maybe a centaur would be the better creature to ask.

As Severus got ready for classes he made a mental note to talk to Lucius and pay a visit to the Forest.

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Sirius had been rather surprised to see an owl already waiting when he went to send his godson a note. But, as soon as he read the letter's content, a huge grin had taken its place on his previously nervous face. There could only be one reason why Harry was asking both Lucius and himself to Hogwarts when the blonde had just returned from his visit. He, Sirius Black, was going to be a grandfather! He only hoped Lucius would be as thrilled, and besides, now he had an excuse to speak to Harry about his upcoming proposal...

Sneaking into the Room of Requirement that day had been easy. Years of using the secret tunnels and passageways of Hogwarts had given Sirius the chance to memorize every aspect of the castle walls and the grounds surrounding them. He glanced over at Lucius, who was sitting elegantly before the fireplace Sirius had requested in the room. If the blonde had any idea of why they had been asked to visit, he didn't let on at all. There was not even a tiny trace of a smile on his face while Sirius had been grinning like an idiot on and off again since he'd read Harry's note. He hoped his assumption was right even though he and Lucius had told the couple to be careful. Harry and Draco were perfectly capable to raise a child and balance school, but Dumbledore would never allow the couple any peace. The farther along Draco becomes, the harder the pregnancy will be to keep under wraps. Towards the last few weeks of the pregnancy, it will be harmful for both Draco and the baby to keep him or her under a glamour. So, sooner rather than later, everyone at Hogwarts will know that Harry and Draco are together. Not that it mattered.

Sirius would destroy anyone who came close to his pups. The thought of finally deserving his stay in Azkaban was enough to make him smile until Harry and Draco walked into the room a few minutes later...

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Diagon Alley was presently void of its usual mob of shoppers as Fred and George stood outside their shop. They had been there long enough to understand that even the busiest Wizarding shopping districts had slow days, but never like this...

"Bloody hell," Fred said running a hand through his hair. "I've hardly even seen the usual kneazle scurrying around today!"

"Yeah, I know what you mean," George said as he looked up and down the alley, unconsciously rubbing the place beneath his blue suit where the Goyle pendant rested on his chest. He found himself doing that a lot. "I wonder where everyone is."

"Are we the only place open?" Fred asked next.

"Surely we're not," George chuckled as he lightly hit his brother's arm. "There's just not many shoppers today. And our usuals don't come out til late afternoon. You know that."

"I suppose you're right," Fred shrugged. "Come on, let's get back to work."

"Alright," George sighed as he turned to follow his brother back inside. An odd sensation, however, stopped him in his tracks and he was able to turn back in time to see a flash of golden hair and an eyes of pure peridot duck behind the corner to his left. "Odd..." He looked back to see that Fred was already heading into their back room and then looked back to the corner. There was no business, so Fred would be alright alone for a few minutes... George ran over to the corner and peered around the other side. No one was there. "Damn," he said looking around just in case. Whoever the blonde was, she was gone now. Maybe she'd come back...

George went back to the shop, putting thoughts of the mysterious blonde aside for now. He and Fred had a lot work to do while they had the free time and no customers- which was rare indeed! They were currently in the process of creating a new candy: Phoenix Bars. They were bars of chocolate with the image of a phoenix carved onto the top. Simple enough, right? Well, wrong. The chocolate was mixed with both Firewhiskey and various potions to give the effect of being on fire. The skin will glow and give off what appears to be flames that do not damage clothes or burn. Well they're not supposed to at least, George thought with a chuckle as he looked over at the pile of singed clothes and papers overflowing from the trash bin by the door. So far, there hadn't been any serious injuries during their tests.

But they were a long way from finishing and the day was still young...

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"Sirius. Father," Draco started as he took his seat next to Harry on one of the two couches Sirius had summoned with the room, "Harry and I have big news." He smiled at his husband as he grabbed his hand. "After you left yesterday, I ended up with Madam Pompfrey... We're pregnant." There was no point in delaying the inevitable, and besides, he was just too excited.

"Yes!" Sirius exclaimed as he jumped up from the couch. He ran over to Harry and Draco to give each of them a huge hug. Lucius rolled his eyes but did not hide the smile spreading across his face.

"And you've already recovered from the increase in your magical core?" Lucius asked when Sirius released the married couple.

"Yes," Draco said with relief. "It hurt something fierce, but Poppy gave me a potion to prevent any aches or soreness. It's worked so far."

Lucius raised a speculative eyebrow and eyed the married couple for a brief moment, his earlier smile gone. Draco was beginning to worry that his father wasn't happy about the unplanned pregnancy until a small grin formed on the elder Malfoy's lips. "You two had sex last night, yeah?" The question was so sudden and unMalfoy-like that it took both Harry and Draco a few embarrassed seconds to answer.

"We did," Harry finally said taking Draco's hand in his. He chuckled internally as he felt the small twitch in the blonde's pinky- a side-effect from the night before. It had been twitching since breakfast.

"Well I'll bet that had more to do with your speedy recovery than any potion Poppy could have given you," he said with a nod. "Now that you are with child, I'll have to call for an elven healer. He can tell us how far along you are, how to take care of yourself properly, all the do's and don'ts." Lucius stood from his seat and finally approaced his son, ignoring the dancing figure of Sirius in the background. "I could not be happier for you both, my little dragon," he said affectionately as he pulled Draco into a hug. He looked over at Harry. "Take Sirius outside, Harry? I've got some important things to tell Draco."

"Sure thing," Harry smiled. He was glad that Lucius and Sirius were happy. If they had shown any sort of disapproval, well... Harry would have been upset, but Draco would have been crushed. "Come on, Snuffles," he called to Sirius who stopped dancing long enough to transform into his animagi form before continuing a happy little trot as he followed behind his godson.

"I'll send Draco along after you once I'm finished!" Lucius called just as the door closed behind his son-in-law.

Draco, who had watched the two Gryffindors depart, turned back to his father and felt a pang in chest at the teary expression on the elder Malfoy's face. "Father?" he whispered. Was he actually disappointed in them? They had promised after all... "Are you ang-"

"Stop right there," Lucius sniffled wiping his eye. "I'm not angry at all. I'm just... so happy." He pulled Draco into a tight hug. "I couldn't let Sirius see me like this. He would never let me live it down!"

Draco laughed in relief, feeling his own eyes begin to water. "I was worried for a moment there."

"How could I be anything but happy?" Lucius asked gently wiping a tear from Draco's cheek. "My little dragon is all grown up, and I'll be a grandfather- Wow!" he exclaimed in another unMalfoy-like way. He took a breath and then released Draco to straighten their robes. "Alright, now that you are with child, you need to keep a few things in mind." Draco nodded in understanding and waited for his father to continue. "First, no Apparating and no brooms."

"So no Quidditch," Draco laughed. "Fine with me. It was always more fun to watch Harry anyway. Now he'll just get two fans for the price of one."

Lucius was proud of his son. Most people would have been rather upset to have their means of travel taken away, but then again Malfoys were not most people. They were level-headed and capable of adjusting to any situation. "Secondly, you need a healthy diet- and when I find you a healer, I'll send a list of foods you must avoid. And you need a bit of routine excercise- like light walking or swimming. Harry can help with all of that, and I expect him to," he added sternly. Draco laughed with a nod. "Thirdly- and this is the most important part- you must pay close attention to how you're feeling at all times. Carrying a child takes a great toll on the body, so you must be watchful. Allow yourself to be lead by your instincts, all of them."

"I understand, Father," Draco said with a smile. "I know all of this."

"Of course, you do," Lucius smiled. "You had an excellent teacher."

"I did," Draco chuckled. He could not argue there.

"Now, since Elves are magical beings, our magic plays a vital role in bearing children- hence the change in your magical core," he explained. "The womb uses your magic to protect the baby at all cost, which is why it is so important to maintain your health. At first, you won't feel much different since your magic has increased. Your body is simply using the excess, but as the pregnancy progresses, the baby will require more and more of your magic." Lucius raised an elegant eyebrow and smirked. "Can you tell me how to replenish yourself without seeing Madam Pompfrey?"

"Harry," Draco smiled. "Our bond continues to strengthen every time we have sex."

"Exactly," Lucius smiled proudly. "As you get farther along, your instincts will tell you to seek Harry out, and be sure to listen to them. If you ignore these impulses, you'll grow weak and tired. When this happens, it means that your magical core is low. It can be dangerous if you wait too long."

"So, sleep with Harry whenever I want?" Draco chuckled.

"Whenever you need to," Lucius corrected as he ruffled his son's hair.

"Alright, alright," Draco exclaimed. Then he mumbled, "I'm already pregnant, so it doesn't really matter anymore..."

"Don't mumble; it's unbecoming," Lucius said.

"Yes, Father," Draco said with a roll of his eyes. "Are we done?" He made his way to the door.

"I suppose," Lucius smiled. "Can't bare to separated for ten short minutes?" he teased.

"No, but I think my first craving is coming on," Draco teased back. He made it out the door just before his father could get to him.

"Draco! That's unacceptable!" Lucius called after him with a laugh.

"I was only teasing!" Draco called back. "Thank you for coming!"

"Of course!" Lucius smiled. "Send Si-Snuffles home when you see him!"

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"This is one of the happiest days of my life," Harry said as he and Sirius walked down the corridor. As they approached the Great Hall, the sounds of students reached their ear. Harry made sure to take paths that would keep them out of sight. How would he exlplain a big black dog following him around?

He's so happy, Sirius thought as he watched his godson smiling. Well I'm really happy too. I'm gonna be a grandfather! He barked in excitement.

"Excited?" Harry chuckled. Sirius barked again. "Me too."

"And me three," Draco laughed as he stepped into the corridor. "Father and I are done," he smiled reaching down to pet Sirius's head. Said animagus nuzzled his big head against the blonde's adbomen. "Father asked me to send you home." He turned to Harry, "And I've got some news for you after classes."

"It's a date," Harry chuckled. He patted Sirius's head. "Bye, Snuffles. We'll see you later."

"Bye, Snuffles," Draco smiled.

Sirius barked once and licked their hands before turning to jog down the corridor.

Once Sirius was out of sight, Harry turned to Draco. "So what did your father say?"

"He just gave me 'the talk'."

"The talk?" Harry chuckled. "Isn't it a bit too late for that?"

Draco pressed himself as close to Harry as he could. "I'll tell you all about it later tonight," he whispered sensuously against his husband's ear. Before Harry could respond, the sound of footsteps started to approach their corridor. "See ya, Potter." With an elegant turn of his heel, Draco was gone.

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It was cool, dark, and quiet with the moon shining eerily through the trees- the perfect time of night to find a centaur. Severus was thankful for the solitude as he treked through the Forbidden Forest. He had been unable to focus all day during classes. After dinner in the Great Hall, Draco had cornered him in his private chambers to tell him that he was with child. He had known, that it had only been a matter of time, and Severus was ecstatic. He was going to be a grandfather- not that he would ever tell that mutt Sirius. The damned animagus would probably die...

Well, perhaps he should tell him after all...

Severus allowed himself a small smile before getting his mind back on the right track. He needed a centaur to help him with his dream. An owl from Lucius alerted him earlier that all of the blonde's previous Seer acquaintances were either dead or in Dumbledore's pocket. The Potions Master had always believed centaurs to be more reliable anyway. Maybe tonight the mystery figure in his dreams would finally be revealed. He would finally know who the musician wa-

"Severus?"

The Slytherin froze in his tracks at the unexpected voice. "My Lord?"