Narcissa always loved a good excuse for a party. Well one for people she cared about that is. She hated those they had to host when her husband was a spy. She had always gone over board on not only her son but nephew for their birthdays. She was even more happy to have a wedding to plan. Lucius had to remind her the men only allowed her to plan on the promise it would be small to keep her from going nuts. It would be small but it wouldn't be simple Severus may have been all but brothers to Lucius but Remus was family too. And they all knew how much it meant to Harry as well. Lucius was planning a honeymoon for three as odd as it sounded. Severus was the one who insisted Harry come on it. Lucius thought a more traditional trip for the two at Easter or such. His wife seemed to be rubbing off on him. It had become a Black affair as not only Andromeda but Sirius helped. He said it was too keep busy but it was more. He was trying to make amends.

Sirius was on the mind of both Harry and Remus. They were both surprised but happy he had been part of the proposal. Unknown to his Papa Harry had been talking to his Aunts via owl ever since. He had wanted to know more about the man. And he felt guilty asking his Papa about him.

Andromeda made a surprise visit two weeks before Christmas "I hope you don't mind."

Remus kissed her on the cheek "Not unless you are here with some more plans."

Andromeda smiled "It is only two weeks left. But no it isn't about that."

Remus called for some tea "Harry has practice with his team for a few more hours this morning."

Andromeda accepted a cup "I know. I spoke to my sister before I came."

Remus and Severus were both now interested. Andromeda usually didn't come to the school. She had spent plenty of time in the infirmary when Tonks was a student. They still some times wondered how she was an auror when she was such a klutz. But as much as she loved the boys she had never come to school like this. And for her to choose a time when she knew the boys would be busy added to that.

There was one obvious reason that she would have come. And that she would have chosen a time Harry wasn't there. She knew Harry was making an effort with Sirius but the man was still a stranger to him. She wouldn't want to upset her nephew.

Remus sighed "He is getting worse?"

Andromeda nodded "He refuses the hospital but he is on near bed rest."

Severus squeezed his fiancé's hand "I was going to propose at Christmas. But I knew you wanted him at your side."

Remus was pale "Will he even make it that long?"

Andromeda reassured him "He isn't that close. I have come because there is an option."

Remus was confused when she said it. Sirius had been clear they tried it all except a few experimental medications. He was too sick now even if they tried to get him into one of the muggle tests he wouldn't be taken. Andromeda admitted she had a feeling Sirius was holding back and had gone snooping. She had posed as his healer here to get information. Remus was surprised but she was a Black after all.

Andromeda admitted her cousin had been told his best option was a bone marrow transplant. But being a wizard finding a match was even harder as a muggle wouldn't work. He had been told over two years ago it was his best option.

Remus understood "My son."

Andromeda nodded "It isn't assured he is a match. But he has the best option. There is some pain and risk."

Remus understood "He never told us because he won't ask Harry to go through with it."

Severus spoke "If Harry was willing what are the chances?"

Andromeda sighed "This far along slim. Likely it will prolong his life a year perhaps two. Without I'm not sure he'll see Valentine's day."

She loved Harry and she would never ask him to do this. The risk was minor but it would likely only give the man some time. But she knew Harry and his Papa deserved to know. The procedure would need to be done the sooner the better. And of course that brought up the happy occasion.

Remus sighed "We will talk to Harry. This has to be his choice alone."

Sirius was a bit confused when he was taken to the hospital. His healer had agreed for him to have treatments at home. It was a week until Christmas and he should have been in bed. He wanted there to be no chance he would miss the wedding. He knew he was not best man but he swore he would be there. He promised Moony he would have a marauder with him when he wed. He knew he couldn't make up for all the pain he caused. But he could give his best friend that.

Lucius and his cousins took him to the hospital. He had no idea how or what but he knew something was up. The two women should have been busy planning the wedding which was set for Boxing day. Then the new family was meant to take off for ten days.

His healer smiled "I have brought you in to inform you that you have an early Christmas gift. A bone marrow transplant is scheduled for January 2nd."

Sirius was shocked "I didn't authorize any of this. How?"

Andromeda shrugged "I am told by my daughter I am showing my Black side."

Narcissa spoke up "How could you not tell us there was an option?"

Sirius sighed "It will only prolong my life."

It would but also help make it better. He could perhaps have a few years. And some people told they had months to live lasted years. He hadn't ever been one to give up when he was a kid even. He was always too stubborn to back down from a fight. Him leaving Harry had been such a shock not just because of how much he loved him. He was also never a coward. He left home as a teen but it was courage not cowardice.

When he was reminded of Harry and Remus he agreed. He knew Harry was probably the closest match. Even if he wasn't supposed to be away Sirius would never ask. It was one thing to donate blood. He couldn't ask Harry to do this.

He was surprised when Harry's voice came "You didn't. I have been tested and I am a match."

Sirius turned "No I won't let you go through that for me. I have never been much of a godfather but I will protect you from this."

Harry held to his Papa's hand but spoke "You have a lot to make up for. And you need to be alive to do it."

Remus shook his head when Sirius looked to him "He has his mind made up. There is definitely some Black in him."

Sirius looked between the two men "No. The wedding and honeymoon I won't ruin it again."

They assured him the wedding was going on as planned. They weren't having a proper honeymoon any ways now. Lucius had offered to send the two men away at Easter for a week. They would take him up on that. And they would still take their son away. The trip Lucius planned for the three of them to China would wait until next summer. For now they would be spending a few days at the Malfoy house in Rome. Lucius had planned China and like Easter he would only allow it to be postponed. The little family would come home the day before the transplant was for.

The healer left them alone to talk. Sirius couldn't deny he wanted more time. He lost so much with them and hoped to maybe see Remus have a second child. He knew he still wouldn't see Harry grow up as he was a realist but more time. He just couldn't ask it.

Sirius shook his head "I won't. Even the magic version there is some pain and Harry will be in the hospital."

Harry spoke up "I don't mind Papa goes though transformations every month. Besides you promised to come to another game."

Remus pointed at the others "We know why you didn't tell us. You are doing this. You have more then just my son to make things up to."

Sirius finally agreed "But only if Harry is absolutely certain. And I am not ruining next week."

Even Severus assured him that he wasn't. Easter and a summer trip to China would be a happy compromise. The two would still be married when planned and with Harry they would still get away for a few days. And they would all have some hope. Sirius signed the forms to agree when they were all there to ensure he did. When they took him to the manor Remus had one last surprise for him.

Remus sat "The boys are too young to be official witnesses. Harry will be at my side too but I hope you will be my best man."