As usual, the standard disclaimer: Anything that doesn't belong to JKR or Warner Brothers is mine!

I mentioned in the 1st chapter that William Westmorland and Severus Snape were half-siblings, so here's more of the family dynamic. And I based Eileen on one of my relatives.

Chapter 26 – Holidays, Weddings and Pre-Nups

Christmas Dinner at Serenity's...

"MOTHER, ARE YOU MAD?! FOR THE THIRD TIME?!" William Westmorland and Severus Snape said to their mother Eileen when she announced that she was getting married for the third time.

Eileen Prince Westmorland-Snape, age late 60's, who could pass for mid 50's, was the matriarch of the Westmorland and Snape households. And what mum said... went, whether you liked it or not.

Severus said with a mad whisper, "Serenity, why did you fail to inform me that your grandmother had a boyfriend?"

She whispered back, "I didn't think that it was any of my business, Dad, to inform you."

Billie Jo said, "For heaven's sake, can a girl eat without hearing about her grandmother's sex life?!"

"I agree with my daughter," Rebecca Westmorland said, "It's like one of those trashy tabloids."

Eileen said, "This family sure does not put the fun in dysfunctional, I see that. William, Severus, as the youngsters would say, get over it!"

"YES, MOTHER."

Eileen continued, "So, I guess I should tell you about Henry. He's a muggle that knows about magic, in fact, his grandchild is a witch that attends Hogwarts. Harry, it's one of your friends, Hermione Granger."

Harry said, "Congrats to you, Eileen, Hermione has spoken highly of her grandfather, if I'm correct, he's a retired banker."

Lily said, "Have you considered a pre-nup?"

"What's a pre-nup?" Draco asked.

Narcissa replied, "It's a slang term for a legal marital contract usually contracted by people of considerable wealth. Your father and I had one."

"Oh, I get it," Draco said, "What's mine is mine and what is yours is yours."

Eileen said, "More or less, but you're right, Draco."

"So, Mother," William Westmorland asked, "When do we get to meet Henry Granger?"

"Tomorrow," Eileen said, "and I want the chimney cleaned, Severus and William."

–-

Somewhere in Salem, Massachusetts...

"Grandfather, are you sure about this?" Hermione asked. "I mean, she's a witch like me and one of her sons thinks that I am too much of a know-it-all in his class."

Helen Granger said, "That's a bit upsetting to me. How rude."

Henry Granger Jr. asked, "And you're sure about this, Father? I've met her once, she seems like a nice lady, tell me about the other 2 previous husbands."

"First husband got killed in a shooting, second husband was a drunkard." Henry Sr. said. "As Hermione has said, one of her sons is one of her professors at Hogwarts and the other one is a minister. No doubt they are a bit protective about their mother."

Henry Jr. asked, "Have you made a pre-nup with Eileen yet?"

Helen said, "I know of a muggleborn lawyer that handles cases between the magical and non-magical world, Professor Dumbledore recommended her when Hermione started Hogwarts, if you want her address."

"I'll keep that in mind, Helen." Henry Sr. said. "By the way, what is the name of the law firm?"

"You'll have a laugh dad," Henry Jr. said, "Ketchum and Cheatham."

–-

The next day in Serenity's house... in Serenity's study... the chat between the "boys" and their future stepfather...

"Henry, I am totally against pre-nuptual agreements." William said. "But my brother here..."

Severus said, "...I know you have good intentions towards our mother, but I wish you 2 would consider a pre-nup before the wedding to protect both your assets. Especially since you are a muggle and my mother is a pure-blooded witch."

"You're saying that your mother could outlive me by many years?" Henry asked. "That is something to think about. I want her to live comfortably for as long as possible."

"I still don't like pre-nups." William said. "Money the root of all evil."

Henry said, "Well, my son Henry Jr. had a similar chat with me... alright, I'll sign the pre-nup. My daughter-in-law has a lawyer from a magical law firm lined up for me."

"Let me take a lucky guess," Severus said, "Ketchum and Cheatham."

"Yup."

–-

In Serenity's parlor...

Henry Granger Jr. was chatting with Harry and Draco on one side of the room, while Serenity, Billie Jo and Hermione were in one corner and the ladies were chatting in another corner. Harry said, "C'mon let's take a look at the grounds around Serenity's farm... hey Ser, mind if we show Henry Jr. around your farm and garage?"

Serenity said, "Just don't mess with my cars, right? You can look, but don't touch them."

The 3 of them went outside in the not-too-cold weather. "Potter," Draco said, "I'm going to the barn to see the horses, you 2 can see those things muggles call cars, I'll meet you 2 in the barn, later."

Harry and Henry Jr. walked to Serenity's garage. On the way there, Henry Jr. asked him, "What about Draco, he isn't a motorhead?"

Harry said, "He's more into fast brooms, than cars, Mr. Granger."

"Call me, Henry, Harry." Henry Jr. said. "I have a question to ask you... what do you know about the Prince family?"

Harry replied, "The Prince family is old money, wrapped up in some kind of financial dealings in the muggle and magical worlds, if you are concerned about your father's well being."

"How do you know this, you're only half-magical?" Henry Jr. asked.

"History of Magic, 4th year, one of those times I actually paid attention in class, even though it's taught by a ghost." Harry said. "Hermione made me stay awake on the lecture regarding the old families."

Henry Jr. said, "Speaking of Hermione, who does she fancy?"

"I think my friend Ron might be interested," Harry said, "but... Henry he only sees her as a friend."

Henry Jr. said, "I think a little matchmaking is in due order. How about say before Easter break?"

"I'll aim for Valentine's day." Harry said. "If my plans don't work, we'll go with your plan, deal?"

"Deal."

–-

Somewhere in Las Vegas...

"Joseph Redfeather calm down," Tiara said, "I'm not dumping you as a stepson. Think of it as "extended family" when I marry Dan."

"I know it Tiara," Joseph said, "It's just trashy to me that you want an Elvis impersonator doing the wedding, hello! Couldn't you get Professor Dumbledore to do the wedding?"

Tiara said, "Professor Dumbledore was too busy, he's got other things to do."

"Besides, Dumbledore would stick out like a sore thumb." Dan said. "What I want you to do, Joe is to make some floo calls to round up some wedding guests. First stop, Serenity Potter's..."