Lucius was by his side sleeping in a chair as he woke. He lay there looking at Lucius and the hand that clutched his hand. He remained watching Lucius sleep until he heard someone in the doorway. He was surprised to see Charlie.

Charlie came and kissed his head. "Hey little brother you had us quite worried about you."

Harry was surprised he was there. "You and Rodger should be on your honeymoon. I didn't want to ruin that. I am sorry."

Reminding his brother what Harry had been told that he and Rodger were the ones who found and rescued him, he said that Harry was not the one to blame. Ron, Pansy and Seamus were. Rodger had agreed that they needed to be there. Their bosses were giving them some time off in a month and Lucius was sending them on a proper honeymoon. Neither would think to be any where but his side through this.

Charlie noticed Harry grimacing as he tried to reach for something and stopped him. "What do you want Harry? I will get it for you. You are still healing."

Harry pointed at the box. "I asked Lucius to bring that for me. It is from my Aunt. I guess I was asleep when he returned."

Reaching for the box Charlie handed it to Harry. He had been told what it was. Harry had been out for nearly twelve hours now and his dads, Draco and Remus and Tonks were sleeping in the other bedrooms, well Draco on the couch in the sitting room.

Lucius had started coming around and he could see the relief in his boyfriend's eyes that he was awake. Lucius kissed him. "How are you feeling Harry?"

Harry hated to admit he was in pain but his ribs were hurting badly. "My chest is hurting a bit."

Though the actual wounds had been healed there would be some discomfort for some time and there were bottles of pain reliever on the bed side table if Harry needed one. Both Charlie and Lucius knew Harry well enough to know if he was admitting he was sore, he was probably in bad pain.

Lucius opened a bottle and coaxed him to take some. "You really need to build up your strength Harry. Please take some of this. I can't stand seeing you in it."

Harry reluctantly let him feed him some though barely a half dose."I don't want to worry you."

Seeing the slight relief in Harry's eyes Lucius was relieved he had agreed to take at least something for the pain. They had all sworn to his dads that if they were with him and he seemed to be in discomfort they would convince him to take something.

Harry looked at the box. "Thank you for bringing this for me Luc. It means a lot."

Lucius squeezed his hand. "You know I want to make you better and if this is what you wanted I would not say no. I can leave if you..."

Harry cut him off. "Please stay with me Luc. I want you here with me when I read it."

Making an excuse that he was going home to tell his mum and dad that Harry was awake, Charlie disappeared without really being missed. He knew Harry right now needed the comfort and reassurance of Lucius. Just as his dads understood that when Harry was going through the mess with his Uncle, Charlie understood now.

Harry opened the box and found the envelopes. "She even addressed and stamped them. My mother was dead for years when most of these are dated."

Lucius looked at them. "I think this is your mum's parents' address. Probably the only one which came to mind. It was probably therapy for your Aunt."

The address Lucius guessed on for it was right here in town. Harry had been to the house or the front of it with Severus on his first visit here but he had not recalled the exact address. Of course Lily and James had been in hiding since Harry was born and it would have been Petunia's only idea.

Harry put the letters aside for now and looked into the box. "I don't even know what half of this is. I didn't even know my mother. I think I was wrong."

Severus had come in the door with Remus by his side. "But we did. You might need your aunt for some of it but I am sure we could tell you."

Though he stayed there Lucius allowed Harry's father and godfather to take his place and he went and stood with Sirius in the doorway. Sirius had never really known Lily except as James' wife and Harry's mother. Remus ad Severus had been as close to her as James and Sirius had been.

Remus was practically in tears as he picked up a frame. "That picture was taken of the three of us the last day of school our first year. Under our tree."

Harry looked at his godfather and father with a beautiful red head between them. "The three of you guys looked so happy together."

There were some more photos, some of her mother in the muggle world with some of her old friends from before she became a witch, even some with her sister and more with her friends. Harry was shocked when he found a wedding picture of his parents and some baby photos of Harry. They were in a small bundle with a note from Lily on top saying she hated her sister had refused to come to the wedding or now the birth of her son but wanted her to be a part of it.

Remus picked up a beautiful glass flower. "Your mother always had this at school. Your grandfather gave it to his wife when Lily was born"

Harry fingered the beautiful flower. "Aunt Petunia had one similar in her bedroom growing up but hers had been her name sake flower. I never knew."

They spent the rest of the morning even over breakfast and later lunch pouring through the box. He was amazed that his Aunt had kept all this. He was even more amazed when among his mother's things he had found a few of his own. A baby blanket that Remus had given Lily and which they realized Harry had been wrapped in when he was sent there. An old stuffed wolf and dog, a set of marauders toys with the stag missing. And a picture he remembered doing in kindergarten. The picture had surprised him the most though he was so touched she had kept his baby blanket and toys. He could give them to his daughter or son one day.

He looked at the picture. "I had to do one of my family. Uncle was so angry he tore it up and threw it way. I can't believe she taped it for me and saved it for me."

Severus looked at the letters. "Maybe you will find the answers in there. If you don't you know your Aunt said you were welcome to come and visit her any time."

Looking at the letters Harry was not sure he was ready to read them or not. The box made him see a different side of his Aunt. Her words that she had loved him and was sorry that she had never told him that, kept ringing through his head. He found himself believing that perhaps she had meant what she was saying.

He looked at the men. "Would you stay with me and read them? I don't think I can do this alone."

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Three days after Harry had been able to return home word had come that the trial was starting. Harry was not required to come until the last day when he would testify right before the verdict. With all the evidence and testimonies of friends, there was no doubt they would be found guilty. Dean and Millie had pled guilty for lesser sentences to avoid trial and Millie got six years parole and 4000 hours community service. Dean had got three years in Azkaban but a minimum security cell.

The morning of his testimony Harry sat curled with Lucius reading the last of the letters. He looked at Lucius. "Could you take me to see her? After the trial is over?"

Lucius kissed him and nodded. "I will be right by your side my love. If you want to see her, I will be right by your side."

His fathers had come into the room to tell him it was time for them to be leaving for the ministry but again they watched from the door for a few moments. It amazed Sirius still sometimes that Lucius had stuck with his son through this all. Dating for less then a year he had been with Harry through everything with his Uncle as well as the troubles before this that led up to his attempted rape by his friends. He knew without a doubt that Lucius would make his son such an amazing husband one day.

Eventually they had to disturb the moment and Severus came to his side. "We need to head to the ministry Harry. The trial will be out of recess for lunch soon."

Harry reluctantly allowed himself to be drawn to his feet. "You guys will be there with me?"

Hugging him both his dads assured him that they would be as well as Remus and Tonks and the entire Weasley family as well.. Even Ginny like Draco had been excused from classes so she could be there with her family, and Hermione would be coming. Harry still had not broken down but at least he had opened up over the box and letters and they reminded themselves he had broken down after the trial with his Uncle. They would be there when it happened.

As they arrived at the ministry Harry was surprised the first person who came to him was the headmaster. "I didn't know you were coming sir."

Albus sighed. "Since I don't teach I was able to come but Filius and Minerva and Hagrid send their love. I am sorry Harry. I am sorry I didn't stop them before."

They all knew he was referring to the night in the alcoves. Referring to the night when if the Fat Friar and his father had not come along he would have likely been raped back then. His father had demanded that they be expelled for their actions but instead Albus had said that there had been no real harm done and had stripped Ron of his prefect badge and given them detention instead.

Albus knew what he was thinking. "I wish I could go back and change it Harry, I do. I never thought it would ever go this far. I am so sorry."

Harry shook his head. "I guess no one could really have known this would go this far. I accept your apologies sir. Thank you for being here."

As he moved way to see the Weasleys who sure enough were all there including the twins' girlfriends, Angie and Alicia, Albus knew he might have been forgiven but it would be a long time before it was ever forgotten. Harry had an amazing heart for forgiveness but he did not have a short memory. From the looks he received from Harry's dads and boyfriend they would not be as forgiving. His words about Harry's relationship with Lucius being in part to blame, rang through them.

Inside of the court room they took a seat and Harry was called forward to give his testimony, his memories show before. "Harry James Potter-Black, 16."

Madam Bones was questioning him herself and he reminded himself of the friendly woman he met last time. "Can you tell us about the first encounter with them?"

Taking a deep breath Harry proceeded to tell the court room about the attack in the alcoves and encounters since then as he was asked, including the shower room and the drugging attempt in Hogsmeade. By the time he got to what he remembered about the attack in the shed, the entire courtroom was murmuring in anger over it.

Harry kept his eyes away from his attackers and on the judge or his family the entire time. "I was rescued I am told by my brother Charlie just before..."

Madam Bones nodded. "We have the testimony of Charles and Rodger Davies of their rescue. I believe we have enough. You can take a seat with your family."

Leaving the stand area and heading for his family he sunk down into the empty seat between Sirius and Lucius though Severus reached across and squeezed his hand from the other side of his dad. Amelia was calling a vote whether the judges were ready to vote on the verdict or if they needed time. No time was needed.

One of the clerks called. "Those who find the defendants guilty" and almost all hands shot up. "And those who find innocent?" Harry could see two.

Amelia stood again. "The defendants have been found guilty. This court will be in recess until a decision has been made on sentencing."

This time when Harry and his family were lead into a aside room Harry did not break down. Perhaps because unlike his Uncle, the defendants had not spoken up and attacked him verbally. Or maybe they hoped because their son was stronger this time around. They did just wish he would let down the walls. Either way scared them.

Lucius held his hand but he looked at his friends and his attention turned to Draco and Hermione. "I didn't say it before. Thank you for being there."

Hermione hugged him and Draco as well. "You are our best friend. We both consider you a brother. You don't think the Weasleys would be the only ones not there."

Returning the hug he was reminded for a moment that until that past school year Ron had been his brother as well, one of his two best friends. But then again Draco and his father were his enemies. Now he was almost engaged to Lucius, best friends with Draco and Ron was on trial for among other things shoving a muggle tool up his anus. The pain still flooded his head every time he thought about it and he shook his head trying to clear his mind of the memory.

They were called back in less then a half hour later. Lucius squeezed his hand. "It is almost over. This will finish and you can return to school, safe."

Amelia stood. "Seamus Finnegan, Ronald Weasley and Pansy Parkinson have all been found guilty of rape, assault, unlawful imprisonment , possession of drugs and attempted murder for the lethal drugging of Harry James Potter-Black. You are hereby sentenced to fifteen years in medium security at Azkaban."

Though they had not been tried as adults they had been in the end sentenced as them for they were all within two months of their seventeenth birthday. Ron's was actually the next day. Ron would be spending his birthday in prison and would get out on the eve of his thirty second birthday Harry realized.

Ron was the only one of the three who looked their way. He did not even address Harry but just looked at his parents. "Please help me."

Molly looked at her son and sadly shook her head. "We will be there for you when you get out if you want us. But you will pay for your mistakes."

The Weasleys would never be able to turn their back on their youngest son and brother fully but they knew he needed to pay for his crimes. If he got out of prison and was changed, he would be welcome back in their family. They were not angry at the sentence he received. They agreed he deserved it.

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Lucius ad his dads stood with Harry as he looked up at his Aunt's house. He had insisted on coming after the trial and they knew that he needed this but they had hoped he'd wait. He was still holding everything in.

His Aunt appeared in the doorway. "Harry. I wasn't sure you'd ever come back after last time. I am so happy you have."

Harry surprised them all by going to her and hugging her. "I opened the box and read your letters finally. Thank you."

Petunia was as surprised as the others for the hug but she returned it and ushered her nephew and the others inside. Harry turned to his cousin who he hugged and slowly he told what had happened to him. He also introduced them both to his boyfriend.

Petunia looked at Lucius. "I must say it is shocking you are older then I am but it seems you are good for him. I am happy for you and Harry."

Dudley agreed with his mother and nudged his cousin. "Pretty cool older guy you snagged there. Is he rich?"

He had been worried about how they would react to him being gay for they had always been so close minded but he realized that had been his Uncle. He was happy that Lucius could be welcomed in the house. Lucius was the one who answered and said with a shrug that he guessed he was rich.

Harry showed the package of pictures of he as a baby and his mother's wedding photo. "I had copies made. I thought perhaps you'd like to keep them."

Petunia nodded and noticed there was a triple frame along with the bundle. As she looked at the photos she had tears in her eyes. "Thank you. It means a lot."

The frame had a picture of Petunia and Lily together as little girls, the middle was of Harry with his parents shortly before they died and the third was empty. Harry explained he thought perhaps she'd want to add one of her and Dudley to the frame.

Petunia had a different idea. "Maybe you'd take a picture with me and Dudley. I have never had a family photo with you and I'd really like to have one."

Harry took a moment to decide and nodded. "On the condition that the next time you write to me that you will send a copy for me."

The photo was taken and Petunia was happy to hear that her nephew wanted her to write to him. He promised to stay in touch and said that Hedwig would come to bring any letters back she wanted to send with her. He wasn't sure if he would ever be willing to have her be a real part of his life but this was a definite start.

She hugged him before he left. "I meant it when I said you're always welcome. I will not push it but if you ever want a place here, you're always welcome with us."

Harry hugged her and Dudley one last time. "Maybe with time. I mean it would be nice when Luc and I marry to have some of my mother's family there for me."

Assuring her nephew that she would be honoured to be there, she swore if he invited her she would come. She had wronged her nephew and missed out on his life so much, she would not miss his wedding if she was invited to be a part of it.

Back home he looked at Lucius and sunk into his arms."I am safe. I'm safe finally."

Lucius held him as he began crying. "I swear Harry you are safe. I will never let anyone hurt you again. You are safe my love."

Standing behind the two Severus and Sirius smiled when he watched the two and Severus put a hand against his husband's stomach. They had found out two days ago that they were pregnant, just over a week, well now ten days. They knew their son would be so excited but right now he needed to cry this out. Once he had, they would share their news and like the birth of Remus' daughter in four months, it would give him something to look forward to.

Severus kissed his husband. "He will cry and slowly heal. And he'll be so excited about this little one. Maybe a flower girl for our wedding."

Sirius smiled. "How did I know my husband wanted a little girl? I think even with Remus and Tonks expecting one both he and you'd want a little girl."

Snickering Severus reminded his husband he was not the only daddy of the couple who had a secret hope for a daughter. They would love a son, but like Lucius when he talked children with Harry, they had a son even if not by blood, and were wishing for some pink.