disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter.
warning: mpreg.
This is set back into the world at the castle. I am not going to give you any spoilers before you get to read the chapter. But know that the next few chapters may seem a bit rushed because honestly? I am almost done with writing this story. That's right my dear readers, this story is almost finished. I only expect a max of 3 more chapters. Its with bitter sweet tears in my eyes to announce this.
Draco closed the door to the master wing where his, Sirius and Remus', and his father and Severus' rooms all were. It was the same sing they had moved into in the beginning, but since accepting the werewolves and vampires from the battle into the castle, they had come to closing the door to their wing. Now, they kept the doors to their private sitting rooms open to each other while keeping anyone else out. It had become a refuge to Draco and the betas of the pack, especially while Harry was still in a coma. The only tell-tale sign Harry was even alive, other than breathing, was the change he went through during the full moon.
Draco fell back against the door, messaging his temples as he fought the headache that was beginning to form. It had been four months since they moved back to the castle. Four months since he had taken over the pack with the help of Lucius and Remus. Four months since he had found out he was pregnant. When he had learned about why he had fainted, Draco denied fiercely that he was pregnant. It was meant to be planned and with Harry by his side to rub his back when he got sick, to hold him when his hormones became to much, to hold his ear to the slight baby bump. He had cried, raged, and cursed his mate's name for days out of hurt, betrayal, and fear.
But here Draco was. Hiding from the pack to escape the stress of leading two different species and threats to test his position. Those pack members scared him the most because of the life growing inside of him. Draco smiled and ran his hand over his stomach to calm the nervous flutters of his child. With a sigh, Draco pushed away from the door and walked to where his and Harry's rooms were. "Let's go see Papa, shall we?" he said to his pup.
Draco's eyes began to burn with the beginning of tears as he approached Harry's bed. He reached forward and took hold of Harry's larger hand into his own. "Hello love, I wish you would wake up soon. I don't know how long I can lead the pack in your stead. I'm a supporter, not a leader like you," Draco sniffed, fighting back the urge to cry. He laughed as he felt his child move again, sensing his downward mood. "Potter, come back and calm your child. I'm five months along today and already our pup is as hyper as you."
He stopped talking when he heard the door to the wing open up and slam shut. Draco sighed, but looked back to Harry. Whoever was having problems now could wait. He wanted to spend time with his mate, in whatever fashion he could. As he sat beside his mate's bedside, his pup began to settle down. "I miss you Harry," Draco whispered before he placed his head down beside Harry. "I miss you so much."
"Go get Draco and leave me be! Don't fucking touch me!" Sirius's voiced bellowed and reached Draco's ears. It sounded urgent, but Draco just was not ready. Lately as Sirius's due date approached, he had became extremely irritable and snapped at almost everyone except Draco. "I said find Draco and go away! Have you trained to help me deliver? I didn't think so!"
Draco perked up and looked towards the door. Had Sirius gone into labor? When he heard a shout of pain, he knew it was time to help Sirius and no matter how much he just wanted to curl up next to Harry and forget everything, he couldn't. So Draco stood up and gave one last final squeeze to Harry's hand. "I'll return."
He let go of Harry and walked out of the room to go help his fellow submissive and bring a new pup into the world. In his haste as the shouting became louder, Draco missed the small whisper following him. "Draco.."
"What is going on?" Draco shouted as he entered Sirius and Remus' bedroom. Everyone stopped their shouting and running around just staring at him as if he had lost his head. Growing impatient, he growled. "Well?"
"Ahh!" Sirius shouted as he doubled over, as much as his bulging belly would allow, trying to alleviate the pain burning through him. He could feel his bones breaking and shifting to create a way for the baby to be born and it was pure agony.
"Draco, thank goodness you're here. He's gone into labor!" Remus said amidst his panic. He felt completely useless for his mate. There was nothing he could do to help his mate with the pain and it hurt even more when Sirius began yelling at him to leave him alone and to go away. He was on the verge to rip his hair out at the unfairness that his mate had to suffer because he wanted a pup.
"Yes, I gathered that much," Draco was cut off by another pain filled yell came from Sirius. It did nothing for his headache or the heartache he was feeling either. "Father, take Remus out he can't be here. Then go find Severus, I'll need him."
"Of course," Lucius was thankful to be dismissed. He was out of his element with the pregnant animagus and he wanted to get away form the shouting that was piercing his sensitive hearing. He wrapped his arms around Remus, and silently hoping he would come easily, and tried to muscle him out of the room. He began hissing into his fellow beta's ear when the werewolf began growling and fighting him. Lucius gripped even harder when he saw his son step in front of Remus, nervous that his pregnant son might get hurt for coming in between a werewolf and their distressed mate.
"Remus, you need to go. I can't help Sirius if you're here," Draco said quietly, but with a sternness that ceased any arguments. In his time without Harry, it had helped him become more forceful and allowed him to take on the role as a pseudo-alpha. He sighed in relief when Remus sagged in his father's arms and allowed himself to be carried out of the room. Draco closed his eyes and took in a deep breath to calm himself, but his breath moment of peace was cut off by another shout of pain.
"Gods, make it stop!" Sirius shouted while squirming around on the bed trying to get into a comfortable position to ease the pain.
"Let's get you ready shall we?" Draco asked, not expecting an answer. With a flick of his wand, Draco changed Sirius's clothes into a dressing gown that would make everything a bit easier and then proceeded to change the sheets and transform the bed to suite Sirius's needs. Next was the task of muscling Sirius into position, which was difficult when the patient was withering about in pain and he himself was five months pregnant. "Come on Sirius, try breathing like I taught you. Its going to be okay."
"Where's Remus? I need him!" Sirius whined. He was scared and in pain which sent his instincts into wanting his mate. Remus should be here to help him.
"We've talked about this Sirius. He'll be back once the baby is born. Both of you are a bit irrational at the moment," Draco tried to calm Sirius by rubbing his arms and sending out his magic in a soothing manner. When he saw Sirius begin to tense at the start of a contraction he quickly gripped Sirius's hand so he had an outlet for the pain. When he felt his bones began to crack under the pressure, he knew it was a bad idea, but he would continue to do so for Sirius. Draco looked up when he heard the door open and close behind and once again sagged in relief when he saw Severus had entered the room.
"You couldn't have waited just a few more hours? The potion I was working on is completely ruined now," Severus was not being serious and was trying to get Sirius's mind off of the pain he was so obviously in. While ignoring both Sirius and Draco's glare, he set about to preparing everything he was going to need to help the delivery. "Hold still, I need to see how much longer we have to wait."
Meanwhile, Remus was prowling the corridor outside of his rooms. He was forbidden to even be in the sitting room and was tossed out like a dog who had been bad. His nerves were on fire and he was about to break the door down whenever he heard his mouth scream in pain. On every turn of his pacing, he would send a glare to the vampire standing off to the side with his arms folded across his chest, looking every bit the aristocrat without a care in the world. It pissed him off to see Lucius looking almost bored while his mate was in their room giving birth and going through who knew what complication.
It was becoming pure torture as the time went by for Remus. Neither Draco or Severus came out to let him or even give news about how his mate and pup were doing. All he got were the muffled screams coming from the closed doors. He was even ignoring the faint coppery smell that permeated the air, he would not allow himself to register it. He snarled as Lucius moved, but did not attack as the vampire left the maser wing. Probably went to go make a presence with the pack, not that Remus cared at the moment. In his pacing, his senses alerted him to the fact that no noise had come through the door for a few minutes and as each second ticked by his worries grew higher and higher. Just as Lucius entered the corridor, a loud piecing wail was heard. Remus would have certainly fallen to the floor if it wasn't for Lucius's quick reflexes catching him and pushing him back to his feet. He never imagined he would feel such relief at the sound that continued to pierce his ears.
"Remus?" came the quiet, exhausted voice of Draco and Remus realized he had his eyes closed as he listened to the cry of his pup. He turned his worried questioning gaze to Draco who stood in the doorway. "You can go in now."
He did not need to be told twice. Careful of Draco, he rushed into the room and stood with his hand on the doorknob to his bedroom. The need to see his pup overrode his hesitation and he entered the room. Sirius was laid back against a mountain of pillows with his hair plastered to his face and looking like he was about to fall asleep at any moment, but nestled in his arm was a small bundle that seemed to be making small movements. As he walked closer to the bed, Sirius looked and tiredly smiled at him.
"Hello daddy," Sirius whispered, his voice hoarse from all of the screaming he had done. It had been pure hell and he honestly did not know how he survived, but it had all been worth it to be holding his pup, his little girl, in his arms at this moment.
"How is she? You?" Remus asked as he continued his slow approach to the bed.
"She is perfect, Moony. As for me, just a bit sore and tired," he chuckled as he saw the flash of golden eyes at the mention of the wolf side of his mate. Unfortunately, the chuckled tickled his throat in a bad way causing a coughing fit. He tried to wave off Remus when he felt his mate wrap his arms around him. "I'm fine. Here, hold your child."
Remus held out his arms as the small bundle was passed to him and he looked down at his pup. His heart almost gave a painful twinge when he smelt the werewolf genes, but knowing she would grow up in a pack understanding werewolves he knew it would be alright. His throat constricted and his eyes prickled with tears as he gazed down at his daughter's beauty. She had a head full of the soft black of his mate, just as he had wished for. But instead of the soft grey eyes of Sirius, she had inherited his golden hue that came about when Moony was in control. Her features were all Sirius and he thought she was absolutely perfect. He bent his head down and nuzzled her hair, breathing in her sweet scent. He looked up to his mate and let all of the emotions he was feeling shine on his face.
"She is so beautiful," Remus whispered before reaching forward and brushing a gentle kiss to Sirius's lips.
"Sirius, here are your potions," Severus interrupted. He was reluctant to intrude, but he needed to give Sirius healing and pain potions to heal the damage he suffered. He stepped back when Remus gave a low growl in warning.
"What potions are you giving my mate?"
"Strong healing and pain potions, along with a blood replenishing potion," Severus said gently to placate the werewolf. When Remus looked back down his child, that was when Severus came forward feeling safe enough to do so and gave Sirius the potions he would need.
"What do you plan to name her?" Draco asked as he walked back into the room. He tiredly fell onto a sofa and began dozing lightly, aware of his surroundings, but not caring much. Spending hours pushing out magic to soothe Sirius and heal his hand had exhausted him, but also helping Severus and he was dead on his feet.
Remus was still looking down at his daughter and Sirius nibbled on his lip. They had never discussed baby names and Sirius was having problems thinking of something that suited his perfect child. No normal name would do, and he honestly did not want to stick with the constellation names like the Black tradition dictated. He nervously, but tiredly as the potions took effect, looked to Remus, whom sported a goofy smile as their daughter stretched and gazed back at her father. "Kallisto Mira," Remus said.
"Most beautiful and astonishing. Its perfect," came a voice from the doorway and everyone froze. It was a voice no one had heard in a long time. They all turned their heads to see Lucius holding up the weakened alpha who was struggling to stand on his own. Remus was the first to move, standing up with his daughter in his arms and walking to where Harry was standing.
"Alpha, may I present you my daughter, Kallisto," Remus held up the tiny girl for his alpha's inspection and welcome. It was odd to act like, but no matter how much he wanted to hug Harry, his instincts were telling him to do this.
"She has my protection, Remus. Its good to see you," Harry replied in a whisper while looking down at his sister. He would protect her from anything and he would ensure that the pack would also. But right now he wanted to see his mate. He placed a hand on Remus's shoulder to keep him steady as he walked further into the room. He must have been asleep for a long time for Remus and Sirius's pup to be born and his theory was confirmed by how weak he felt, but he had no time for that. He needed to see Draco. His heart ached when he saw his mate lying on a sofa looking utterly exhausted and lost. Harry gave a low whine as he approached his mate, hoping to push that lost look away.
"Harry.." Draco's voice was barely a whisper. He thought he must be dreaming when he heard that voice, but seeing his mate standing in front of him all of his frustrations and fear came forth and he longed for the strength of his mate. "Harry," Draco chocked on a sob as he stood up and flung himself at Harry. He continued sobbing as he felt Harry's arms once again wrap around him and pressing kisses to his face and neck.
"Shh, love. I'm here, I'm here," Harry tried to quiet his mate. He lead them back to the sofa and sat down, bringing Draco onto his lap. His heart broke as he felt the tears fall onto him. "Hey, its alright. No reason to cry." Harry continued to try to soothe his mate until Draco managed to cry himself to sleep through the exhaustion. Harry tucked him under his chin and cradled him to his chest before looking to those around him. "I understand we should worry about Kallisto, but what happened?"
Remus exchanged a look with Lucius and Severus before walking over to his own sleeping mate who had fallen asleep just as he announced what he wanted to name his pup. He settled himself down on the bed, cradled Kallisto in one hand while wrapping the other around Sirius. Taking the hint, Severus cleared his throat to bring Harry's attention to himself.
"Dumbledore had hidden himself behind and attempted to take your life after you had defeated Voldemort. I killed him instantly, but the damage had already been done to you. He used a dagger infused with acromantula venom which worked itself quickly into your system. We healed you the best we could, but you had fallen into a coma. A month after the battle, Lucius and Remus made the decision to move the werewolves and vampires here to the castle. Draco has been acting as alpha with the help of Remus and Lucius to keep the pack running. You have been in the coma for five months now," Severus filled in for Harry.
"Five months? I have missed so much," Harry leaned back against the sofa and stretched Draco out on top of him. When Draco released a groan of pain in his sleep, Harry turned him over to his back and gasped when he saw the bump protruding from Draco's midsection. "Exactly how much have I missed?"
"He is five months pregnant. We gather he conceived the day you two bonded, right before the battle," Severus replied.
"Pregnant?" Harry asked. When he received a nod, he asked again. "Pregnant, with my pup?"
"Yes, alpha," Severus said, curtly, frustrated at having to answer the same question three times.
"This is a joyous occasion. When is the next full moon?" Harry asked as he ran his hand over where his pup was currently growing. He released a happy noise, almost like a yip, when he felt a slight push against his hand.
"Tonight actually. We were actually getting concerned with how long Sirius had been in labor," replied Severus. He was closer to Harry and Draco because he wanted to cast diagnostics on the two.
"We'll introduce Kallisto to the pack tonight then when the moon rises. They'll pay fealty to her. I will also use that time to prove myself as the true alpha," Harry murmured.
"Don't exert yourself too much, you need to rest and build up your strength before doing anything."
"I will be fine Severus. If you'll excuse me, I am taking my mate back to our room. Congratulations Remus, you're family is perfect," Harry gathered his strength and gritted his teeth as he stood up, holding Draco in his arms and walking towards the door.
"Thank you Harry," Remus called after him.
A/N: Kallisto: Greek name derived from the word kallistos, meaning "most beautiful". In mythology, this is the name of the daughter of Lykaon, king of Arcadia. Mira: meaning "wonderful" or "astonishing," in Latin. I hope you all enjoyed this chapter! As Always R&R