When the Dead Come Back to Life

by JazW2005

When Trelawney makes a prophecy, Harry believes it immediately. What will happen when Harry gets his family back?

Returning Home

Harry stared at Hogwarts. It was in ruins. It was being slowly rebuilt. But Harry was worried. It had been 5 years since the Battle of Hogwarts. What about all the 11 year olds waiting for their acceptance letters? He thought of Teddy, who was growing lethargic and pale near the full moon. Was it possible? Could Teddy be a werewolf after all? And Ginny and Harry had broken up. Harry and Draco were together now. Ron understood, and Ginny was now with Luna. Harry was now head Auror. After Auror training, he quickly rose through the Ministry all the way up to Head Auror.

Suddenly, Trelawney came up to Harry and spoke to him in the same raspy voice she spoke in when she made a prophecy. This pulled Harry out of his thoughts.

Trelawney: The boy who vanquished the Dark Lord will be rewarded by the gods. His loved ones will return from the dead, and he will be happy. Hogwarts will be rebuilt, and everything will be alright again.

Then, just as suddenly, she walked away. Harry stood, shocked. He immediately left the grounds to a place he could apparate and apparated to Godrics Hallow. He stood outside he's parents' graves, waiting.

Lily woke up after a dinner in heaven with almost everyone she loved. When she woke up, she expected to be next to James. But she couldn't move much. It was dark, and cold. She suddenly realized what was happening.

Lily: James? JAMES WHERE ARE YOU?

James: I'm here, Lils. Is it possible?

Lily: Maybe.. The gods sent us back?

James: Possibly. The first thing we need to do is get out of our coffins.

Lily: Right. Reductor curse?

James: Should do the trick.

Outside the coffin, Harry was growing hopeless. No signs of a disturbance in either of his parents' graves.

Lily picked up her wand, which was laying at her chest. James did the same in the next grave over.

James and Lily together: REDUCTO!!

Their graves blew apart. Lily and James climbed out with difficulty. When they got out, a full grown Harry was waiting for him.

Lily: Harry.

Harry: Mum.. Dad..

Harry ran up to them and hugged them tight, crying tears of joy.

Harry: We need to get to Remus and Tonks graves. Sirius died in the Department of Mysteries, so he'll most likely reappear there.

Harry apparated with James and Lily to the Department of Mysteries and went to the Death Chamber. Sirius was waiting for them there.

Sirius: How is this possible? And Harry, how did you know?

Harry: Trelawney. She made a prophecy that my loved ones who had passed would come back to life.

Sirius: Moony? Tonks?

Harry: Don't know. Come on, let's apparate to their graves.

They did so. Remus was outside his grave already, helping Tonks climb out.

Harry: Remus. I'm so sorry for everything I said back at Grimmauld Place.

Remus: I've already forgiven you, Harry.

Harry: I know, I just felt like I needed to say it, I never got the chance to. We need to get to Fred's grave, Dumbledore's. Hopefully Dumbledore will get Ariana back too. Regulus is probably going to come back too, Sirius. He helped defeat Voldemort too.

Remus: He's dead?

Harry smiled, glad someone was, for once, clueless.

Harry: Very.

Remus: Teddy?

Harry hesitated before saying..

Harry: We'll talk about him later. For now, we need to see who else is coming back. Ariana might come back too.

Remus: Right.

Harry apparated with the others to Fred's grave. They helped him out of his grave. The Dumbledore's. Then Ariana's. Regulus showed up at Grimmauld Place. Fred apparated to the Burrow and had a reunion with his family. Harry went to Dobby's grave. He had come back too. Dumbledore and Ariana went to Dumbledore's brother, Aberforth. Lily, James, Sirius, Remus and Tonks when to Androeama's house to see Teddy.

Harry: Hold on. We need to talk first.

Remus: I want to see my son.

Harry: Remus.

Remus complied. Harry pulled the others into an empty room.

Harry: We've started to notice the signs.

Remus started to panic. How was it possible?

Remus: What? How long has it been since the battle?

Harry: Five years.

Remus: Has he ever transformed before?

Harry: No. But he's growing lethargic and pale every month near the full moon. My husband and I are trying to fine a way to modify to Wolfsbane Potion to make it safe for Teddy.

Remus: Husband?

Harry: I'm bisexual.

Remus: Ah. May I ask who?

Harry: You won't like it.

Remus: Who?

Harry: Draco.. He.. He changed. He was never a Death Eater. You.. You didn't see him the night Dumbledore died. His voice was shaky, his wand hand was shaking. He said that he had to kill Dumbledore or Voldemort was going to kill him and his family. Draco could care less about his father, but he loved his mother. They wanted to leave, you know. They wanted to leave Lucius Malfoy, the ranks. But Lucius locked them up. In their own house. And when they caught me, Draco lied for me. He claimed he couldn't tell. But the look in his eyes.. He knew it was me. He lied to buy me time.

Remus: So.. You started dating him?

Harry: Yeah. Together, we're pretty skilled at potions. Draco became a healer at St. Mungo's. He actually came up with a potion that can make people who were tortured by the Cruciatus Curse normal again. The first to test it was Neville's parents. They remember who they are now, and they're getting to know Neville and they've been released from St. Mungo's.

Remus: Awesome. After what you've said about Draco, I'm not against it anymore.

Harry: Thanks. Teddy is coming of age, Remus. And the full moon is coming up. I'll brew it for you, or Draco will. Hopefully Teddy doesn't transform until Draco and I find a way to make the potion safe for him.

Remus: Hopefully.

They left the room and went to see Teddy.

Teddy: Uncle Harry..

Harry: Hey there, sport. Your parents..

Teddy: They came back to life?

Harry: They did. As did my parents and my godfather.

Teddy: Fred?

Harry: Him too.

Teddy: Dumbledore? Ariana?

Harry: Them too. Everyone I've ever lost.

Teddy: This wasn't supposed to happen, Uncle Harry. I wasn't supposed to become a werewolf..

Harry: I know. Me and Uncle Draco are doing our best to find a way to make the Wolfsbane Potion safe for you.

Teddy: Any success?

Harry: Not yet. Teddy, the potion won't taste very good. But you'll need to drink it anyway.

Teddy: I will. I promise.

Harry: I hate seeing you like this, Teddy.

Teddy: I know.

Harry: You're normally so energetic.. But when it nears the full moon you're quiet, and distant. You don't want to get up..

Teddy: I know.

Remus: Teddy.

Teddy: Daddy? Is it really you?

Remus: It's me, Teddy. It's me.

Teddy tried to get up, but he couldn't. So Remus went to him. Remus hugged Teddy gently. Tonks did the same.

Tonks: Remus..

Remus: Dora.. We haven't kissed since we got out..

Tonks ran to Remus and jumped into his arms, kissing him until they were both out of breath.

Draco rang the doorbell. Harry answered.

Harry: My love.

Draco: My sweet Gryffindor.. My Lion..

Harry kissed Draco gently before returning to Remus and the others.

Draco: How is this possible?

Harry: The gods rewarded me for destroying Voldemort. Everyone I've ever lost came back to life.

Suddenly, the doorbell rang again. Ted Tonks. Tonks's dad came back too. Tonks went to get it.

Tonks: Dad?

Ted: Is this possible?

Tonks: Apparently. It's been 5 years since the battle. Teddy..

Ted: No..

Tonks: Mom and Harry are noticing the signs. Teddy, we think he's coming of age. Harry and Draco are trying to modify the Wolfsbane Potion to make it safe for Teddy.

Ted: Alright.. Any success?

Harry: Not yet. We're trying our best.

Ted: Alright. Mind if I come in?

Harry: Of course not. This is your house.

Ted entered and ran to his wife. He kissed her.

Androeama: Ted..

Ted: My love..

The two left the room and talked. Draco turned to Harry.

Draco: I think..

Harry: You did it?

Draco: I think so. Is Teddy ready?

Harry: Did you bring it?

Draco: I did.

Harry: Alright. Let's see if this works. Can you brew a normal batch for Remus?

Draco: Of course, my lion.

They entered the room together. The others looked to them, they were smiling.

Harry: Draco thinks we did it. Teddy, you have to drink this. It won't taste good, but you have to drink the whole thing, okay?

Teddy: Okay.

Draco poured Teddy a small goblet full, he wouldn't need as much as Remus because he was only five. Teddy drank it all, but hated it.

Teddy: That was nasty, but worth it.

Harry: You'll have to do this everyday for the rest of the week.

Teddy: Okay. Do you think this will be my first transformation? This full moon?

Harry: I think so. Remus will be with you, he'll be taking the potion this week as well, just the normal version. The version he has to take.

Teddy: Okay. I'm scared.

Harry: I know. It'll be okay. Sirius, given that I'm now Head Auror, I can overturn your conviction. I can free you.

Sirius: That would be amazing.

Harry: Consider it done. I don't want you to have to hide.

Sirius: Thank you, Harry. Wait.. Where is that bastard? That betraying, lying piece of scum..

Sirius scowled, thinking of Peter Pettigrew.

Harry: Calm down, Sirius. He's dead.

Sirius quickly calmed down.

Sirius: Good.

Remus: Yeah, I can't believe we trusted him.

Sirius: Neither can I. You still forgive me for not trusting you?

Remus: Of course, Padfoot. You still forgive me, Padfoot?

Sirius: Any day, Moony.

Remus flinched at the name.

Sirius: You used to love that name?

Remus: I passed it to my son!

Sirius: I'm not going to stop calling you your old nickname just because you're disgusted with yourself again, Moony. This wasn't your fault.

Remus quickly calmed down.

Remus: I'm sorry for my outburst. Full moon.

Sirius: I know. You get a little moody around that time.

Remus: And I'm sorry I flinched at the name.

Sirius: It's alright, Moony. Harry, you still have the map?

Harry: You bet.

Sirius: Awesome.

Harry: My love, did you write down the recipe that we think worked?

Draco: I did.

Harry: Then here in six years Teddy will probably still be able to go to Hogwarts. If we repair it in time.

Remus: What do you mean?

Harry: The Castle won't let us repair it. It's almost like it doesn't want to be repaired. We're thinking it's because of the rift between Slytherin and Gryffindor. Maybe if Draco and I work together to repair the castle.. That's Dumbledore's idea, anyway. His portrait, I mean. We've had to send a lot of students to other schools, due to the castle not being repaired in time.

Remus: Severus?

Harry: I haven't really thought of him, maybe he came back. If so, he could work with Lily given Snape loved her. The connection between them never went away, I can tell. Lily didn't return his feelings, but they tried to remain friends.

Lily: Up in heaven Severus told me that when I was threatened he joined the Order.

Harry: I know.

The doorbell rang. Harry went to get it.

Harry: Professor Snape.

Snape: Potter.

Harry: Some things never change. Come on in.

Snape entered gently, not pushing Harry.

Snape: Lily?

Lily: I'm here, Severus.

Snape sighed in relief.

Snape: How is this possible?

Harry: The gods rewarded me for defeating Voldemort. Everyone I've ever lost came back to life and broke out of their graves. I've cleared Sirius. Several teachers quit when we couldn't repair the castle. A lot of positions are open. Remus, I'm sure Minerva would give you your old job back. It's yours if you want it. Professor Snape, I'm sure you want your teaching position back?

Snape: Actually, no. Sirius should have it. He was always better than me at potions.

Sirius: Wow. I think it's time we put our old rivalries aside.

Snape: Me too.

They both smiled. Remus broke into a smile, as did Lily and James. Even Harry smiled.

Remus: I think we should put our rivalries aside too, Severus.

Snape agreed. James and Snape made up too. Harry and Snape hugged.

Harry: I'm sorry, Professor. For believing you to be a Death Eater. And.. Thank you for protecting me all those years.

Snape: It's alright, Harry. And you're welcome.

Harry was shocked. Snape had called him by his first name. Snape smiled at this.

Snape: Maybe that can change, Harry. I'll still call you Potter when I'm mad at you though.

Harry broke into a small smile. Harry went to Draco.

Harry: My love.

Draco: My lion.

Snape: You're gay?

Harry: Bisexual. Draco changed, and we fell in love.

Lily: Harry, we have news. When I died, I was pregnant. James knows a spell that tells you if you're pregnant. We haven't checked yet, but we're thinking if I came back so did the baby.

Harry: Do the spell.

They did. Lily's stomach glowed blue for a moment.

James: And we're pregnant! You're going to be a big brother, Harry.

Harry hugged his parents tight.

Lily: So.. James, who do you think should be godfather?

James: Either Padfoot, Moony or Severus.

Snape: You're considering.. Me? After everything?

Lily: You protected my son as if he was your own without growing too close to him. Of course we'd consider you. But Sirius grew close to Harry, as did Remus. It's a toss up. Harry, we'll let you decide.

Harry hesitated.

Harry: None of you will be upset?

Remus: Of course not.

Sirius: No.

Snape: Never.

Harry: Sorry, Sirius. You already have a godson. Severus, I hated you for most of my life. But, you never had kids. Remus already has a child, so the logical option is Severus. But.. My instincts are telling me to go with Remus.

Snape: If that's what your instincts are telling you, choose him.

Harry: You and Sirius won't be upset?

Sirius: Never.

Snape: No.

Harry: Then Remus, congratulations. You're a godfather.

Remus: You won't regret this, Harry.

Harry: I know I won't. Me and Draco should get to Hogwarts, start rebuilding. Hopefully we can finish before the school year starts.

Remus: Hopefully. Tell Minerva I accept the job.

Harry: Awesome. Sirius?

Sirius: Hell yeah, I'll be Potions Master.

Harry: Awesome. Transfiguration is open.. Divination is covered.. So's Care for Magical Creatures.. Potions and DADA are covered now.. We need a new Quidditch coach and I don't want to leave my job as an Auror.. Dad?

James: Happy to accept.

Harry: Awesome.. Everything else should be covered. Mom, were you good at Transfiguration?

Lily: I was. I'll do that job.

Harry: Everything else is covered.. Except.. Madam Pomfrey.. She didn't make it..

Draco: I'll do it.

Harry: What about St. Mungo's?

Draco: They'll find a replacement. Besides, we live in Hogsmead. It's convenient. That way I won't have to apparate to work every day. You'll still have to.

Harry: Then I guess it's settled. Everything is taken care of except the repairs.

Harry owled Dumbledore and Mcgonagall, as well as the Minister to let him know what had happened and that Harry was freeing Sirius. They all responded with glee. Mcgonagall told Harry that Dumbledore had retired, and that she's still Headmistress. She happily accepted the jobs Harry had set up, as well as them helping to repair the castle. They all planned to apparate to Hogwarts the next day to begin the repairs. For now, they enjoyed a nice reunion. Teddy couldn't eat. When he tried, he just threw it up. He was hungry, but his body wouldn't take the food. They tried applesauce, which actually settled in Teddy's stomach. They decided to feed Teddy applesauce and other pureed foods like squash and baby food near the full moon. Remus was having trouble eating too. Harry grew worried.

Remus: I'll feel better after the full moon, Harry. I'll be alright.

Harry: I know. Still.

Sirius worked to comfort Harry. Harry was just too worried. About both his godson, and Remus. Sirius sighed and gave up. After a few movies and a nice dinner, they all went to bed.

The next morning

Harry woke up early to cook breakfast. Draco helped.

Draco: My lion.

Harry: My love.

Draco: How are you?

Harry: Better than I have been for a while. I'm still worried about Remus and Teddy, though.

Draco: What can I do, my lion?

Harry: You're already doing it. Just being here is enough.

Draco smiled at this.

Draco: I saw a wizarding orphanage a few weeks ago..

Harry: You thinking what I'm thinking?

Draco: Adopt?

Harry: Yeah. Or we could ask a friend to be a surrogate so the child will look like us.

Draco: What about you and Ginny?

Harry: Ginny for a surrogate?

Draco: Wouldn't hurt to ask.

Harry smiled, and pulled out a piece of parchment and wrote a note to Ginny. He was about to use Draco's owl when Hedwig started scratching at the window. Harry opened the window and let her in. She flew into Harry's arms.

Harry: I was hoping you'd come back, Hedwig. I missed you.

Hedwig hooted in response and nibbled Harry's ear affectionately.

Harry: You think you'll be up for a delivery after I feed you?

Hedwig hooted. Harry fed her, and then sent her to the house Ginny shared with Luna. Ginny responded shortly, happy to be their surrogate and honored that they chose her. Draco had been preparing the potion for Remus when Harry got Ginny's note.

Harry: Draco, my love!

Draco entered the room. He saw Harry's smile and broke into one just the same.

Draco: She agreed, my lion?

Harry: She did. We're going to be parents, my love. She was honored we chose her. I'm so excited, my love. We should name her as Godmother.

Draco: We should, my lion.

Soon, the rest of the house woke up and joined Harry and Draco in the dining room.

Harry: We have news.

Snape: Oh?

Harry: Severus. I didn't know you stayed the night.

Snape: I was too tired to apparate.

Harry: Draco and I.. We're having a child. Ginny Weasley has agreed to be our surrogate.

Lily: Oh, my son. I'm so proud of you.

Harry smiled as he took Draco's hand.

Harry: I love you, my love.

Draco: I love you too, my lion.

Lily: My lion?

Harry: His name for me. Because I'm a Gryffindor.

James: Takes after his dad.

Harry: Maybe a little, but I felt bad for Severus after finding out how you guys treated him.

Snape: You.. Felt bad.. For me?

Harry: Yeah. You thought I enjoyed myself in the Pensieve, watching Dad hex you. I felt bad for you until..

Snape: I know. I remember. I'm sorry, Lily. I never should have called you that after you stood up for me. I shouldn't have called you that at all.

Lily: You were just angry, Sev. You didn't mean it.

Snape: I know.

Harry: Let's eat. Wait.. Where's Remus?

Harry had just realized Remus wasn't at the table.

Lily: He couldn't get up. He tried, but his body wouldn't let him. I told him we would bring him up a plate.

Harry made to get up, but Sirius stopped him.

Sirius: He needs rest, Harry.

Harry hesitated, but nodded.

Upstairs, Remus was having a nightmare. Remus screamed, and Harry sprinted up the stairs. The others followed.

Harry: Remus! Remus, wake up!!

Remus continued screaming..

Harry: What can we do? Is there a way to wake him up magically?

Sirius: No. We could try Rennevate, but it probably won't work and could do more harm than good.

Harry: Then we keep trying to wake him up the muggle way.

Distantly, Remus heard Harry's voice.

Harry: Remus! Remus wake up!! Please!

Remus heard it, but distantly. Harry yelled louder, loud enough to wake Remus.

Harry: REMUS! REMUS, WAKE UP!! Please..

Remus felt his eyes shoot open. He began crying, it had felt so real.

Harry: It's alright, Remus. It was just a nightmare.

Remus: It felt so real.. You were.. You were dead.. By my hand.. I had transformed without taking the potion, and I ended up killing you while transformed.. When I transformed back I saw your body.. Covered in blood.. I did everything I could but you were already gone..

Harry: Look at me, Remus.

Remus looked into Harry's eyes. Remus suddenly felt calm.

Harry: It was a nightmare, Remus. Everything is okay.

Remus: How's Teddy?

Harry went silent.

Remus: Still not eating much?

Harry: No. I'm worried.

Remus: As you should be. You're his godfather.

Harry: While hunting the horcruxes.. I was reckless, even after you named me godfather. When my scar burned back then.. It was trying to take me to Voldemort's mind. I would use Occlumency for as long as I could, by trying to focus on the present, but eventually the pain got to be too much and I would go into the bathroom or another room and let myself go to his mind, just so the pain would go away.

Remus: I'm sorry I hexed you back at Grimmauld Place, Harry.

Harry: It's alright, I deserved it.

Remus: Just like I deserved to be yelled at like that.

Harry: You didn't.

Sirius: Will someone tell us what the bloody hell happened at Grimmauld Place?

Harry: Remus wanted to know what Dumbledore had left us to do. I wanted to tell him, but I didn't think it was safe to tell him if Dumbledore didn't. He was a bit disappointed, but offered to join us just the same, saying that he didn't have to know what we were up to. When we questioned him about Tonks, he revealed to us that she was pregnant. He insisted on joining us, saying he thought Dad would want him to stick with me. I told him that I didn't, that dad would want to know why Remus wasn't sticking with his own son. He said that I don't understand. I told him that I thought I understood perfectly. That he had married Tonks and left her the moment he found out she was pregnant. He tried to tell me what he felt, but I dismissed it. I told him I thought he was feeling a bit of a daredevil, that he fancied stepping into Sirius's shoes.. He started saying How dare I.. He was scowling at me, and we were both livid. I.. I told him I couldn't believe it.. The man who taught me to fight dementors, a coward.. My exact words.. He pulled out his wand so fast I barely had time to reach for my own before he fired Flipendo nonverbally.. Before I could do anything he left. When he left I was still fuming, shaking with rage. I had no idea where it was coming from.. Ron and Hermione were on my back.. I felt bad.. But then.. I saw everyone I ever saw as a parent dying.. A flash of green light, that was mum and dad.. Sirius falling through the veil.. Dumbledore falling.. I said.. With hesitation.. That parents shouldn't leave their kids unless.. Unless they've got to. Ron and Hermione tried to comfort me, but I pushed them away. Not to long after Remus left and I recovered, Kreature showed up with Dung. We found out what happened to the horcrux we were currently hunting. We broke into the Ministry. We had planned to go back to Grimmauld Place but Yaxley got hold of us as we were exiting through floo, so Hermione had to take us to a forest. Before too long, Ron and I got into an argument and he left. It was a few months before he showed his face again. When he did, he had a lot of news. He had gone to Bill and Fluer's. He told us about Potterwatch, and managed to get hold of a password. Romulus has a nice ring to it, Remus. Can't believe Hagrid had a support Harry party. And you.. You said a few things when they asked you what you would say to me if you knew I was listening. You said that everyone on our side was with me in spirit.. Rooting for me.. And you also said that I should trust my instincts because they are good and nearly always right. I told them Voldemort was after the Elder Wand. But.. I accidentally said Voldemort's name. He put a taboo on it that tracked anyone who said it because he knew me and the rest of the Order weren't afraid to say it. I said it. Snatchers caught us. We managed to escape before Voldemort got there. Draco helped. Hermione had used a stinging hex on me in the forest before we were caught. Draco pretended he couldn't tell if it was me or not. His dad begged him, but he wouldn't give in. He insisted he couldn't tell. Bought us time. Shame we lost Dobby that day. Glad he's back.

Sirius: What in the bloody hell is a horcrux?

Harry sighed. A story for another day, Sirius. Or should I call you Padfoot? Harry thought to himself. Harry sighed again, but decided to answer the question.

Harry: Bloody hell, this is going to be a long day. A horcrux is an object in which someone hides a piece of their soul.

Sirius: How in the hell do you split your soul?

Harry: Murder. Cold blooded murder. Voldemort made 6, officially. 7, unofficially.

Sirius: What was the seventh? And why was it unofficial?

Harry: Because he never meant to make it.

Sirius asked again..

Sirius: What was the seventh horcrux, Harry?

Harry spoke quietly..

Harry: Not what. Who.

Sirius: What.. What are you saying?

Harry: You're looking at him.

Sirius: What?

Harry: When mum sacrificed herself for me, the curse rebounded on Voldemort. His soul was already so unstable from the horcruxes that when the curse backfired his soul split again. Part of it latched itself onto the only living thing it could find.

Sirius spoke quietly.

Sirius: You.

Harry nodded.

Sirius: But if you were a horcrux he can't be dead dead if you survived.

Harry: He had gotten hold of the Elder Wand by breaking into Dumbledore's grave. Little did he know, just weeks before I had disarmed Draco. Draco disarmed Dumbledore the night he died. From there on, the wand changed its loyalty, it became loyal to Draco. But the wand changed its loyalty to me when I disarmed Draco. But that's not why I survived the killing curse again. When Voldemort came back he used my blood. Mum's blood sacrifice protection may have died when I turned 17, but it lived on in Voldemort given that he took my blood when I was only 14. So when he tried to kill me in the forbidden forest..

Remus: He what?

Harry: Oh. You died before you heard the message. He stopped the fight and gave me one hour to come to him. After I found out the truth about my scar, thanks to Severus and his memories, I turned myself in. I used the resurrection stone to bring you, Sirius, dad and mum back. You guys helped me. I never would have been able to almost sacrifice myself without you all. I entered a comatose state. I woke up in a bright white version of King's Cross Station without the trains. Dumbledore joined me there. We spoke, and I found out I had a choice to make. I could go back and defeat Voldemort, or I could stay and die and join all of you. I decided to return to the living. The part of Voldemort's soul stuck inside me stayed though. And it died. Neville destroyed the final horcrux, and me and Voldemort had one last duel. He fired the killing curse, I fired expeliarmus. I won, but his curse backfired on himself. He was destroyed. He turned to ash. He was gone. But I was in mourning. I went with Ron and Hermione to Dumbledore's office to speak with his portrait. I told him what I planned on doing with his wand, and what happened to the stone. I pulled out my first wand. Mine had broken after a curse Hermione threw in Godric's Hallow backfired on the wand. She made sure to grab it. She tried to mend it, but she couldn't. But when I got the Elder Wand, I decided to try it. I told Dumbledore I planned to return his wand to where it belonged because I was happier with my old one. So I pulled it out, and tried to repair it. It worked. I replaced Dumbledore's wand in his grave and repaired his grave. I kept my old wand, and gave Draco back his after thanking him for his help. He had tossed me his wand, the one I won from him, that was laying on the ground. Without him, we probably wouldn't have defeated Voldemort.

Sirius: How did Voldemort know about the prophecy?

Harry looked to Snape. Snape looked at Harry with pleading eyes, begging Harry not to tell them.

Harry: Someone heard it being spoken. Only part of it. I don't know who. When Severus found out Voldemort was after mum, he turned spy for Dumbledore on the condition that he protect mum and dad. He became a spy again when Voldemort came back. I thought he had truly turned when he tried to help Draco with his mission. He said he made the unbreakable vow. I told the Order, but everyone dismissed me, saying I was blinded by hatred. And then Severus killed Dumbledore. I was furious. I chased after him and threw any hex or curse I could think of. I even tried to use the Cruciatus Curse. He blocked me. I called him a coward, telling him to fight back. When I saw his memories I found out that Dumbledore had asked Severus to do it, rather than another Death Eater or die from the curse he got from one of the horcruxes. That Severus didn't want to, he was just doing what Dumbledore had asked. I forgave him immediately, grateful to him for protecting me all those years at Hogwarts. So his death kind of upset me too, but I had no time to grieve. I had only 30 minutes to find Voldemort and turn myself in before he let the fight continue. I made sure to let Neville know if Ron and Hermione got busy and I couldn't do it to kill Voldemort's snake, Nagini. She was a horcrux too, the one Neville killed. I knew what was going to happen, so I made sure the snake would be killed. And I went into the forest, almost died, spoke to Dumbledore, came back, defeated Voldemort and returned Dumbledore's wand to his grave.

Remus: You went through a lot to make sure Voldemort was mortal before anyone tried to kill him.

Harry: Yeah. After the snake was killed I dueled with Voldemort and won.

Remus: Still sorry for what happened at Grimmauld Place.

Harry: Me too.

Suddenly, Remus passed out. He had never done this near the full moon, the look on Sirius's face told Harry so.

Harry: What's wrong? Has he ever done this near the full moon?

Sirius: No.

Harry: Bloody hell. Try Rennevate.

Draco: He'll be fine, my lion. He's just tired.

Harry turned to Draco, relaxed. Draco was a healer, he would know.

Harry: You're sure, my love?

Draco: As sure as I love you, my lion. Come on, we need to get to Hogwarts and start the repairs.

Harry hesitated. The thought of leaving Remus after just getting him back scared Harry.

Draco: He'll be okay, my lion.

Harry sighed, but conceded.

Harry: Alright, my love.

Harry dressed in his Auror robes and apparated with Draco, Snape, Lily, Sirius and Regulus to Hogsmead. James stayed behind with Remus. They hoped that these three Slytherin and Gryffindor pairs would be able to repair Hogwarts in time to start sending acceptance letters again. Harry would be paired with Draco, Snape with Lily, and Sirius with Regulus. When they got to Hogsmead, they walked to Hogwarts.

When Harry and Draco worked together their wands would connect, doing the magic together. When this happened, Harry and Draco would feel a warm tingling feeling in their bodies that made them yearn for physical contact. Harry knew why.

Harry: A soul bond.

Draco: What's a soul bond?

Harry: Our souls are binded together. We're soul mates, we're meant to be with eachother.

Draco: That means our magic is stronger together.

Harry: Exactly.

Harry and Draco worked together all day, talking to eachother, holding hands, and kissing between spells. Soon, within just a day, the castle was completely repaired. Dumbledore showed up, looking around in amazement. Harry ran to Dumbledore and hugged him. He had never done this before, so it felt awkward for both of them.

Harry: I never got the chance to say it. I was always scared if I said it it would hurt more if I lost you. I never got to tell you how much you mean to me. You became like a parent to me at Hogwarts and I loved you as if you were one.

Dumbledore: I loved you too, Harry.

Harry hugged Dumbledore again.

Harry: I wasn't sure if you would come back. I've overturned Sirius's conviction. All jobs at Hogwarts are filled. Mum is doing Transfiguration. Dad is going to be Quidditch coach. Remus is taking back his post of DADA. Sirius is Potions Master, Severus refused. Draco is going to be healer. Madam Pomfrey didn't make it. Given how long the repairs took, several teachers quit. Slughorn quit, Minerva became headmistress, the Carrows were killed in the battle, Madam Pomfrey was lost, and the Quidditch coach quit. We've replaced everyone, and now we've finally repaired the castle.

Dumbledore: May I ask why the repairs took so long?

Harry: I should've known you wouldn't remember anything your portrait said.

Harry sighed.

Harry: The rift between Slytherin and Gryffindor weakened the castle's magic slowly, we didn't notice until we tried to repair it. It wouldn't let us, it was almost like the castle didn't want to be repaired. You thought if me and Draco worked together, given how close we were, the castle would let us repair it. Then everyone came back, and we had two more Gryffindor-Slytherin pairs. We all worked together and repaired the castle within a day. We only started today, and we're already done.

Dumbledore: I suggested it?

Harry: Your portrait.

Harry clarified.

Dumbledore: Ah. You're not disappointed at me for retiring, are you?

Harry: Of course not, Professor. Do you mind if I call you Albus?

Dumbledore: Of course not. How close are you and Draco?

Harry: We're married, I'm bisexual. Our wands connected when we did the repairs, making both of us yearn for each other's touch. A soul bond. We're soul mates, making our magic stronger when we work together. Our bond strengthened the castle's magic.

Dumbledore: Do Lily and James know that Severus is the one who overheard the prophecy?

Harry: No. I told them I didn't know who heard it, only that someone did and relayed it to Voldemort.

Dumbledore: Ah. Who else came back?

Harry: You know about Ariana, Regulus Black came back, Fred Weasley, Ted Tonks, Dobby, and Nymphadora Tonks. Unfortunately, Alastar Moody didn't come back. Hedwig also came back. We have more news, but Draco should be present for this part.

Harry went to go get Draco.

Draco: My lion?

Harry: Dumbledore. Come on, I want to tell him. About what we want to do with Ginny.

Draco: No.. I don't want to talk to him after everything I did to him and his students. He probably hates me..

Harry: He doesn't. No one I care about does. They all know you've changed.

Draco: Really? Even Ronald?

Harry: Even Ron.

Draco: Hermione?

Harry: Her too.

Draco: The Weasleys? All of them?

Harry: Everyone I know knows.

Draco: Alright, my lion. Let the record reflect that I'm only doing this for you.

Harry: Of course, my love.

Draco walked back to Dumbledore with Harry, very nervous. Although Harry's words calmed him, he was still nervous.

Dumbledore: Draco. I was wondering if you would be willing to see me.

Draco: Admittedly, I hesitated. I thought you hated me for everything I did sixth year.. To you, your students.

Dumbledore: I don't hate you, Draco. You were just scared. I told Severus he would have to be the one who killed me. I knew how scared you were, but I also knew you were no killer and that Voldemort disgusted you.

Draco: You knew?

Dumbledore: I did. But I was already dying, so even if I had stopped you I would've died anyway. I was shocked when I came back. It was dark, cold, I could barely move. And my hand was completely healed. Then I realized what had happened and used my wand to break out of my coffin.

Harry: Ah. Everyone I've ever lost.. Teddy gets his parents back, I get mine.. Sirius is back.. Dobby, even Hedwig. Sirius got Regulus back.. You got Ariana.. Everything is so perfect.

Dumbledore: I'm glad everything is good now. What was your news?

Harry: Draco and I are going to have a child. Ginny Weasley has agreed to be our surrogate. She spoke to Luna right away and Luna approved of Ginny being our surrogate. Ginny was honored we chose her. We're thinking of using myself as the donor, but I wouldn't rule out Draco.

Draco: You do it, my lion. I'm sure you'd like a son that looks like you and your parents. With Ginny's red hair and hazel eyes, the kid will either look a lot like Lily or a lot like James and you.

Harry: Oh, my love. If that's what you want.

Draco: Of course, my lion.

Dumbledore: May I ask why you're calling Harry a lion, Draco?

Harry: Because I'm in Gryffindor. He associates me with a lion, and loves me with all his heart. So he calls me his lion, just as I call him my love. Him saying my lion is his version of my love. But I would never call Draco a snake, he hated his house. He told me after we started dating that he had always secretly hoped to be in Gryffindor as a kid. To meet me. To him, I was his hero. He had heard his dad talk about everything Voldemort did, even as a kid, and was very scared of Voldemort. When he was temporarily destroyed, Draco thought of me as his hero. When he met me, he had been raised with prejudice. He had only heard bad things about muggles and muggle-borns all his life. He didn't know any better. He changed, though. And we fell in love.

Dumbledore: I'm happy for both of you. I should get back to Ariana and Aberforth, but I'm pleased with how the castle looks. I hope to see you around?

Harry: Well given that you, Ariana and Aberforth live in the apartment above Hogs Head, yes you will. Draco and I own the cottage over there.

Harry pointed at his house in the distance.

Dumbledore: Ah. How is Remus?

Harry: Not good. He's having nightmares. He's weak, he can hardly move. And he's having trouble keeping down food. It's the full moon, he'll feel better after the full moon.

Dumbledore: Teddy?

Harry: He's.. Growing lethargic and pale near the full moon. He gets weaker, and has trouble keeping down food. We thought it was impossible.. It's been five years and he hasn't transformed yet. Draco and I came up with a version of the Wolfsbane Potion that's safe for Teddy. He's still having trouble eating though, and we're thinking this full moon might be his first transformation.

Dumbledore: What are your jobs?

Harry: I'm Head Auror. Hermione is up and coming for the position of Minister for Magic. Ron's been helping George with the Joke Shop. Draco was a healer at St. Mungo's, but now he's going to be the nurse. I don't really stay updated with the others, but Neville has already agreed to be the Herbology teacher.

Dumbledore: Ah. Voldemort?

Harry: Dead.

Dumbledore sighed in relief.

Harry: We should get back to Remus. He's weak, he passed out earlier. My love?

Draco: We can go whenever, my lion.

Dumbledore: By all means, Harry. Do come and visit me if you need anything.

Harry: Of course I will, Albus. My best to Ariana.

Dumbledore nodded and walked away. Draco and Harry walked off the grounds towards their house.

Draco: I need more supplies.

Harry: Alright. I want to get my invisibility cloak anyway. Maybe a few extendable ears.

Harry winked at the last part. Draco laughed, and grabbed Harry's hand.

Draco: Whatever you want, my lion.

Harry: I can't imagine my life without you, my love. I have everyone back now.

Draco: You believed the prophecy right away?

Harry: Yeah. As soon as I heard it I left the grounds so I could apparate and apparated to Godric's Hallow and waited to see if my parents came back. Everyone came back.

Draco: Voldemort is dead, my lion. Everything is okay now.

Harry: You haven't felt anything? Not even a twinge?

Draco: No. Has your scar ached or hurt or burned at all?

Harry: No.

Draco: Then we're safe, my lion.

Harry: He didn't leave an heir?

Draco: No. He didn't have a child. All Death Eaters would know if he had. I'm sure, my lion.

Harry nodded, content. They walked to their cottage. Draco got everything he needed. Harry grabbed his cloak and planned to stop at Zonko's before heading back to Remus. Harry picked up a few Dungbombs at Zonko's. Draco and Harry then apparated back to Androeama's house. Remus was still unconscious.

Harry: Still unconscious?

James: Yeah. The castle?

Harry: Completely repaired.

James: In one day?

Harry: The bond between Draco and I was very powerful.

James: A soul bond?

Harry: Yeah. We're soul mates, we're meant to be together. Our magic is stronger together.

James: Awesome. Where are the others?

Harry: Should be back any minute.

James, Harry and Draco waited. Finally, the door opened. Lily, Snape, Sirius and Regulus entered.

Harry: You're back.

Lily: Sev and I wanted to catch up so we stopped at The Three Broomsticks.

Harry: Ah.

Sirius: Me and Reg did the same, but bonded over at Zonko's.

Sirius said this with a sly wink to Harry. Harry noticed. Sirius had seen Harry buying Dungbombs in Hogsmead.

They heard a scream. Remus.

Harry: Bloody hell, must be another nightmare. Think a Dungbomb will wake him?

Sirius: Don't you dare, Harry. He's not strong enough.

Harry: I know, Sirius. I was kidding. Besides, I got the Dungbombs to prank you.

Harry said the last part with a sly smile as Sirius grew pale. They all entered Remus's room cautiously. Remus was clashing in his sleep, screaming.

Harry: Remus! Remus, it's only a nightmare!

Remus heard Harry and forced himself to open his eyes.

Remus: It was Teddy that time.. I killed Teddy..

Harry: No, you didn't. It was a nightmare, Remus. I want to hear you say it.

Remus: It was just a nightmare?

Remus said this quietly, with hesitation, like he was asking.

Harry: I think you can do better than that, Remus.

Remus: It was just a nightmare.

Remus did it louder this time, with more confidence.

Harry: Better. Draco, my love, can you brew a draught of peace?

Draco: Of course, my lion.

Draco returned ten minutes later with a goblet. Remus drank it, and fell asleep within minutes. He didn't have any nightmares after that.

James: Is he alright?

Harry: I think so. How's Teddy?

James: No improvement. Not even the applesauce will settle anymore. His body is refusing food. He can't move, or talk. The only way he'll get any nutrients is..

Harry: Raw meat. He's becoming a werewolf.

James: Yeah. Would Remus be okay with it?

Harry: No, but he's in no condition to decide. It's up to me. Give him some raw meat, see how he takes it.

James gave a nod, and went to the kitchen to get some raw meat. James gave it to Harry. Raw hamburger. Easier for Teddy to take. Harry went to Teddy's room.

Harry: We want to try something new, Teddy. You might not like it, but as of now it's the only way you'll get any nutrients.

Teddy nodded, he couldn't speak. Harry broke off about a quarter pound and put in it a small bowl. James put the rest back in the fridge. Harry tore off a bite sized piece and gave it to Teddy. Teddy tried to move his arm to take it, but couldn't. So Harry fed it to him by hand. Teddy's body took it, and Teddy ate more. Harry could tell Teddy hated it, that Teddy felt disgusted with himself as Remus often felt. But Harry made Teddy keep eating. Soon, Teddy was stronger. He could talk and move again. Harry felt relieved, although he knew Remus would be upset when he found out Harry had let Teddy have raw meat. Soon, Remus was awake. Harry went to see him, alone.

Harry: Remus, we need to talk. I made a decision regarding Teddy, and I don't think you're going to like it.

Remus nodded. Harry entered and locked the door. Harry added an impenetrable charm around the room, as well as muffling charms on the walls so no one could hear outside if Harry was shouted at. Harry was nervous to tell Remus. Remus looked calm, but Harry wasn't sure.

Remus: Tell me, Harry. Please.

Harry: Teddy couldn't eat, not even the applesauce. Dad was about to say that the only way Teddy would get nutrients was raw meat, but I finished for him. He asked me if you were likely to be okay with it. I told him you were in no condition to decide. I told dad to get some raw meat. He went to the kitchen and returned with some ground beef, raw. Hamburger meat. Soft, and easy for Teddy to take.

Remus looked livid, but tried to keep himself calm.

Harry: He was growing weak, Remus. He couldn't even move. He couldn't speak. This was our only option, our final option. Teddy's body took the meat. Teddy's stronger now. Please understand, Remus. I did what was best for Teddy.

Remus: Harry..

Harry: Remus..

Remus: Get out of this room until I calm down before I say something or do something I regret.

Remus growled, livid with Harry. Harry knew how ashamed Remus was of his condition! How could Harry give raw meat to Teddy? After everything Remus went through as a werewolf?

When Remus looked up, Harry was gone. Remus sighed, now wishing he hadn't kicked Harry out. He hated being alone this time of the month.

Harry went downstairs and plopped onto the couch in the living room next to Sirius. He buried his face in his hands, wondering if Remus would forgive him. He knew he should've consulted Remus, but Remus was unconscious and Teddy needed strength. Remus trusted Harry to be godfather to Teddy, to always do what was best for Teddy. But doing do had caused a rift between Harry and Remus. And Harry also knew that Remus needed strength too. He knew the only way Remus would get strength was the same as Teddy. Raw meat.

Sirius: I take it he wasn't pleased?

Harry looked up.

Harry: Just the opposite. He was livid. Told me to get out before he did anything stupid.

James: I'm sorry, Harry. I suggested it.

Harry: It's fine, dad. I knew it was the only way. We just have to wait for Remus to realize that too. You know the only way Remus will get the nutrients he needs is the same, right? But.. He'll have to eat more than Teddy because he's older. He'll feel disgusted with himself as his body craves it, he'll feel dirty, unclean, unworthy.

James nodded, still feeling guilty. Soon, Remus was asking for Harry. Harry went to see him.

Remus: I'm sorry.

Harry: Me too. You know that the only way you'll get the nutrients you need is the same as Teddy, right?

Remus: There's no other option?

Harry: We've tried everything but this, Remus. You need to preserve your strength for the full moon, Remus. This is the only way. I know how you feel about this. So do the others. But please, if not for yourself then for Teddy. If you guys aren't strong enough by the full moon you won't survive the transformation. I.. I need you..

Remus sighed.

Remus: Alright. Ground beef?

Harry: We have plenty. Is that what you want?

Remus nodded slowly. He didn't want raw meat at all, but the thought of leaving Harry again was unbearable. He would hate himself as his body forced him to want more, but he knew he had to. Harry went to the kitchen and returned with a pound of ground beef.

Remus: I have to eat a whole pound?

Remus didn't want to eat that much, he knew he would try to resist the craving.

Harry: I know you don't want to, Remus. I'm sorry, but this is the only way.

Remus nodded. Remus tried to eat on his own, but couldn't. Remus didn't want Harry to watch him force himself to eat raw meat.

Harry: You don't want me to watch, do you?

Remus: No...

Harry: Remus, it's your body that wants the meat. Not you. This isn't your fault, Remus.

Remus nodded.

Harry: You're not strong enough to eat on your own.. Let me do it. Let me feed you. Please.

Remus hesitated, but nodded.

Harry: You want Sirius and dad to come up here for moral support?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry: Expecto Patronum!

A silver stag burst from the end of Harry's wand.

Harry: Go to James Potter and Sirius Black. Tell them Remus wants them.

The stag bowed its head to Harry and left. Within minutes, James and Sirius were in the room.

Harry: Remus has to eat raw meat, just like Teddy. Except he has to eat more. He wants you guys here for moral support. He'll probably try to resist the craving.. I'll make him keep eating, I have to.

James: We'll stay, Moony. I know you'll feel disgusted with yourself as your body wants more, Moony.. I know you'll hate that your body wants more.. Just know it's your body that wants the meat, not you.

Remus: You know I won't believe that as soon as I start to eat.

James: I know. Who's feeding him?

Harry: I am. He tried to eat on his own, he didn't want me to watch. I told him he wasn't strong enough to eat on his own, I told him to let me feed him. He hesitated, but nodded.

Sirius went to Remus's side, on his right, and sat down on the bed. James did the same on Remus's left. Sirius and James took Remus's hands. Sirius and James nodded, telling Harry to start.

Harry ripped off a bite sized piece. Remus didn't want to, but he forced himself to open his mouth. It felt warm as it settled in his stomach. He wanted more, but he wanted the craving to go away. He hated the craving.. Harry sensed Remus tense up. Remus hated it mentally, but his body wanted more meat.

Harry: I know.. It's your body that craves it, Remus. Not you..

Remus nodded, taking more. He felt ashamed as his body yearned for more. Remus wanted to stop. He stopped talking, only opening his mouth between bites. Soon, he found himself trying to resist the craving. Harry begged him to keep eating.

Harry: Remus, I know you don't like it.. Please.. For me.. For Teddy.. Keep eating..

Remus: I don't want to..

Remus started to cry, he felt disgusted with himself.

Harry: I know, Remus. I know.. Please.. It's your body, not you.. Please..

Remus finally opened his mouth again.

Harry: We had to give you more than Teddy beacuse you're older.. I know you don't like it..

Harry said this as he put another piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus forced himself to keep eating even though he wanted to resist the craving that disgusted him every month. He involuntarily resisted again..

Harry: Just a little more, Remus.. You're half way done..

Remus nodded, forcing himself to take the meat. An hour later, after many resistances, Remus finished the pound.

Harry: I'm sorry, Remus. This was the only way..

Remus: I know.. That craving..

Harry levitated the bowl to the kitchen.

Harry: It was your body, not you. You had no control over it.

Remus: My body.. Kept yearning for more.. Wanting more.. How many times.. Did I try to resist?

Harry: Almost every other bite after the first few.

Remus: You watched while I struggled between sides.. I didn't want you to see that..

Harry: Yeah. I could tell.. You felt disgusted with yourself.. You felt dirty.. Unclean.. Unworthy..

Remus: I'm sorry you had to see me like that.

Harry: You're family, Remus. I'm here for you. In the good times, as well as the bad.

James: Cheers to that.

Sirius: You okay, Moony?

Remus nodded.

Harry: You want to be alone?

Remus panicked at the thought. Alone.. Did Harry hate him? James? Sirius? Did they hate him too? Harry saw the panicked look on Remus's face and immediately tried to fix it.

Harry: Remus, please don't think we hate you. I was merely asking, you wanted to be alone earlier.

Remus calmed down quickly, and answered calmly.

Remus: No. Stay. Please..

Harry: Of course, Remus. Any day. You want dad and Sirius to stay too?

Remus nodded. James and Sirius stayed by Remus's side. Harry sat down about halfway between the head and foot of the bed.

Remus: I hated that.. That craving.. I felt disgusted with myself as my body wanted more..

Sirius: I know, Moony.. I hate to say this..

Remus: But I'll have to do it every day until after the full moon? How much a day?

Harry: Same amount as today.

Remus: A whole pound. We have enough for me and Teddy?

Harry: If we run out we can go to the store and get more. I'm sorry, Remus. This is the only way.

James: I know you don't like it, but if you don't restore your strength, your body won't take the transformation.. It'll turn bad, and you won't survive. Same for Teddy. That's why I suggested raw meat. You're both werewolves, so your bodies will take the meat. Every full moon we'll have to do this.

Remus nodded.

Harry: It was your body that craved it, not you. How much you hated it and how much you tried to resist the craving is proof of that.

Remus nodded.

James: I'm sorry, Remus.

Remus: It's alright. I feel a bit better.

Harry: That's good.

Remus: How's Teddy?

Harry: Stronger. His body took the meat. I could tell he hated it too, Remus.

Remus: Yeah. Is he strong enough to come up here?

Harry: He's not strong enough to walk yet, but we can carry him up if you want.

Remus nodded.

Harry: Expecto Patronum!

A silver stag burst from the end of Harry's wand.

James: A stag?

Harry: Yeah. Learned in my third year. Remus taught me.

Harry turned back to the Stag.

Harry: Go to Draco Malfoy. Tell him to bring Teddy to Remus's room, and that I want him to stay.

The stag bowed it's head to Harry and left the room. Draco returned five minutes later, carrying Teddy. Draco set Teddy down gently in Remus's lap. Teddy leaned into Remus.

Draco: Remus is okay with me staying?

Remus: I am.

Teddy: Did you hate the craving as much as I did? I felt..

Remus: I know. You felt disgusted with yourself, dirty, unclean, unworthy.. I felt the same as my body begged for more. Did you try to resist?

Teddy: No. I wanted to, but I forced myself to keep going. Did you try to resist?

Remus: I did. A lot. Harry begged me to keep eating.. For him.. For you..

Teddy: I hated that..

Remus: I know.

Teddy: How often will I have to do that?

Harry: Every full moon, and every day until this full moon.

Teddy: Okay. Can Daddy and I be in the same room when we do it tomorrow?

Harry: Of course, Teddy.

Teddy: Thanks, Uncle Harry.

Harry nodded. He was still very worried about Remus and Teddy.

Remus: We're okay, Harry.

Harry nodded.

Remus: Teddy, you won't grow up the way I did. You'll have a stable home, and you'll be able to go to Hogwarts, just like me.

Teddy: You went? Even as a werewolf?

Remus: Yeah. We took certain precautions, so I could come to school.

Teddy: So I'll still be able to go?

Harry: Yes. And as Draco will be working at Hogwarts, you'll have your version of the potion every full moon, just like Remus. Remus will be working at Hogwarts too. He'll be your Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher.

Teddy: Really?

Harry: Really.

Remus: What about the position? You-know-who cursed it when he didn't get it so any DADA teacher who takes the job will only last a year.

Harry: He lifted that curse when the Death Eaters and him took over the school.

Remus: So the curse is lifted?

Harry: It is. You'll be able to keep your job, Remus. You helped lift the stigma on werewolves.

Remus: How?

Harry: By fighting in the war. When you died they awarded you Order of Merlin, First Class. You were the first werewolf to earn that title.

Remus: Really?

Harry: Really. A lot of people know you came back to life. The Daily Prophet got hold of the story from someone. Even the prophecy was included in the story. Everyone I know knows about the prophecy. I have no idea who leaked it.

Remus: I think you do, Harry. I won't be mad at the person who did it. I'll actually be quite grateful. It would be a little alarming if a wizard saw me when I'm supposed to be dead.

Harry: Oh, all right. I leaked the story.

Remus smiled.

Remus: Knew it.

Harry: Course you did.

Remus laughed. Teddy was asleep at last.

Draco: My lion?

Harry: What's wrong, my love?

Draco: I..

Harry: No..

Draco: No. It's not that. I just.. They all know I was a Death Eater. I feel like they hate me.

Harry: They don't. I've explained to them that you've changed.

Remus: He's telling the truth, Draco. And, you're part of the family too. You don't have to feel like you don't belong.

Draco: Thank you. James, Sirius?

James: I'm with Moony.

Sirius: Me too, Draco.

Harry: You scared me. I thought you felt something.

Draco: If I felt something you would feel it too. Your scar.

Harry: Right.

Draco: He's not coming back, my lion. And he never had a child.

Harry: You're sure, my love?

Draco: As sure as I love you, my lion.

Harry nodded, calmed down.

Harry: Thank you.

Remus: I'm sorry you guys had to see me like that.

Harry: I'll do it again every month.

Remus: Promise?

Harry: Promise. And dad and Sirius will be teaching there, so you'll have them during your transformations.

Remus: Who will feed me at Hogwarts?

Harry: James and Sirius will. But outside of Hogwarts I'll do it. You and Teddy can move in with me. I have a cottage with Draco in Hogsmead. We have plenty of extra bedrooms.

Remus: Thanks.

Harry: Anytime. Mum and dad's house was never restored, so they'll stay with us as well. And I don't think Sirius wants to go back to Grimmauld Place. You can stay too, if you'd like.

Sirius: I would love to stay.

Harry: Great. You aren't strong enough to apparate yet, Remus. We'll go after this full moon, after you regain strength.

Remus: Alright.

Soon, the day was over and everyone climbed into bed. Teddy stayed with Remus. Everyone else went to their respective rooms.

The next morning, Harry grabbed a pound and a quarter of ground beef and headed upstairs. Both in bowls, one for Remus and one for Teddy. Sirius and James went up with Harry. When Harry, James and Sirius entered the room Remus and Teddy were both awake.

Harry: Who's feeding Teddy?

Sirius: I'll do it.

Teddy: Daddy?

Remus: Let Sirius. I grew up with him, he's a really good friend.

Teddy nodded. Teddy took Remus's hand. Remus squeezed gently.

Harry: You'll both go through it together. I'm sorry, there's no other way.

Teddy: I know.

Teddy and Remus forced themselves to open their mouths. Harry ripped off a bite sized piece from the pound and put it in Remus's mouth. He swallowed. His body wanted more. He wanted to resist the craving, but he forced himself to keep going. Remus ate about ten bites before resisting for the first time. Teddy saw, but kept eating.

Harry: Please, Remus..

Remus shook his head, forcing himself to keep his mouth closed even though his body tried to make him open his mouth.

Harry: It'll be easier if you don't resist, Remus.. Please..

Remus finally complied, tears rolling down his cheeks as he forced himself to keep eating. He felt disgusted with himself.. Harry put another piece in Remus's mouth. Remus didn't want to swallow, but forced himself to.

Harry: You're half way there, Remus.. Just keep eating..

Remus nodded, forcing himself to keep eating even though he wanted to stop. Within 20 minutes, Remus was done. Harry levitated the bowls down to the kitchen. Remus was crying.

Harry: I know, I know..

Remus: I hated that..

Harry: I know..

Remus calmed down.

Remus: I don't know what to say.

Harry: Me neither. Do you want to rest?

Remus nodded.

Harry: Want me to go so you and Teddy can rest?

Remus nodded again.

Harry: If you want me to stay, I will.

Remus: I'm alright, go downstairs.

Harry nodded and left. James and Sirius followed.

Sirius: Will he Remus be alright?

Harry: He will.

Sirius: I hated seeing him like that, feeling disgusted with himself. He hated it but his body wanted more, he felt disgusted with himself..

Harry: I know. He'll be alright.

Sirius nodded and went downstairs with Harry and James.

Draco: Did he take it?

Harry: He did.

Draco: He hated it though.

Harry: Yeah. I could sense it.. He felt disgusted with himself. By the time he finished the pound he was crying.

Draco: I'm sorry you had to see that, my lion.

Harry: I'm not. I'll do it again tomorrow. I'll always be there for him.

Draco: Still. You hated seeing him like that, I know you did, my lion.

Harry: Of course I did. I want him to be happy, but if he doesn't regain strength he won't survive the transformation. I had to make him eat it, it's the only thing his body will take.

Draco: I know, my lion. Will he be willing to do it tomorrow?

Harry: He will. He'll try to resist the craving, but he knows it's the only way. He wanted to rest.

Draco: Are you okay, my lion?

Harry: I'm alright. I'll feel better after the full moon when Teddy and Remus are back to normal until the next month.

Draco: I know, my lion. Have we started trying with Ginny yet?

Harry: Not yet. We're meeting at the Leaky Cauldron today, we can get a room there.

Draco nodded. The thought of sharing his husband with his husband's ex scared him.

Harry: There's no feelings involved, my love. It's just for a child, I swear. I would never leave you for her.

Draco nodded.

Harry: I'm off, my love. I love you.

Draco: I love you too, my lion.

Draco watched in sadness as Harry apparated to the Leaky Cauldron. Harry saw Ginny waiting for him.

Harry: Ginny. How are you?

Ginny: I'm great. You?

Harry: I'm okay, worried about Remus. His body won't take any food except raw meat, which he hates because his body makes him want more even though he hates it. He feels disgusted with himself everytime we do it but we don't have a choice. We're having to do the same with Teddy.

Ginny: I'm so sorry, Harry.

Harry: It's alright. You have the room key?

Ginny: Yeah. You're sure Draco is okay with doing it this way? We could go to a fertility clinic.

Harry: And tell them what? We're wizards, Ginny.

Ginny: You're right. Draco is okay with this?

Harry: He knows there are no feelings involved. Luna is okay with it?

Ginny: She also knows there are no feelings involved.

Harry: Let's head upstairs, then?

Ginny: Yeah.

Harry and Ginny headed upstairs. When Harry got home an hour later, he showered immediately. Draco joined him in the shower.

Draco: How did it go, my lion?

Harry: It went well, I think. I'm hoping it worked. I feel guilty though. That's why I'm showering.

Draco: You don't mind me being in the shower with you, do you?

Harry: Of course not, my love. Like we haven't done it before?

Draco: I thought.. Maybe you wouldn't want to after Ginny, that maybe your feelings for her would come back.

Harry: There were no feelings involved, my love. Of course I still want to be with you, of course I still love you.

Draco smiled. Harry and Draco enjoyed a warm shower together, kissing until they were both out of breath, then making love. Draco knew at that point that Harry was telling the truth. There really were no feelings involved with Ginny.

The next day, Harry and Sirius fed Remus and Teddy again. They both tried to resist this time, after only a few bites.

Harry: Please, Remus..

Remus: The.. The craving.. I feel disgusting..

Harry: I know, Remus.. It's your body, not you.. You resisting is proof of that..

Remus: I don't want to do it anymore..

Harry: I know, Remus..

Remus: Please don't make me..

Harry: This is the only way, Remus.. We don't have a choice..

Remus: Please..

Harry: Remus.. Please..

Remus: Don't make me..

Harry: I'm sorry.. Please, Remus.. I don't want to have to use the Imperious Curse on you.. Just eat..

Remus finally opened his mouth and swallowed another bite.. After 10 more he resisted again..

Remus: Please let me stop.. I don't want to keep going.. Please don't make me..

Harry: I'm sorry, Remus.. Please.. Please..

James: Please, Moony.. Please..

Remus nodded, and opened his mouth.. Letting himself take a bite.. He closed his eyes and let his body take over.. Harry was right, it was easier.. But he started thinking again, wanting to stop.. He resisted again..

Harry: Please Remus..

Remus: Don't make me..

Harry: Please..

Remus: No.. I don't want to.. I hate it. I hate the craving I hate that my body wants more.. I hate it and I feel disgusting..

Harry: You're not, Remus, you're not.. It's your body, not you.. Please..

Tears rolled down Remus's cheeks as he opened his mouth.. He wanted to resist but he forced himself to keep eating.. Finally, he was done. There were still tears rolling down his cheeks..

Harry: I know, Remus.. I know.. I'm sorry..

Teddy wasn't crying but he wouldn't speak to anyone. Harry turned to Teddy.

Harry: Teddy, talk to me.. It's over now, please..

Teddy shook his head and looked away in shame.. Teddy felt disgusted with himself, he felt disgusting.

Remus: Teddy..

Teddy: Daddy?

Remus: I feel disgusted with myself too.. I know you didn't want to, Teddy.. It was your body, not you..

Teddy nodded.. Harry headed downstairs with Sirius and James so Remus could have some alone time with Teddy. When Harry got downstairs, Draco was holding an envelope with their names on it. Harry ran to Draco and took the envelope. It held a positive muggle pregnancy test and a congratulations card. From Ginny. Harry showed it to Draco. Draco jumped up and down with joy.

Draco: We're going to be parents!

Harry started jumping too, full of energy and no longer worried, his mind off of Remus.

Harry: I know. We have to start preparing.. We'll need a nursery, crib, baby clothes, diapers.. We'll have plenty of money to get it all given my job, my trust fund, and your money. I can't wait. We can't paint the room or get a lot of things until we know the gender of the baby.. Oh, we need to tell everyone! Tell everyone to meet us in Remus's room, Severus included.

Draco nodded and left. Harry put everything back into the envelope and sprinted upstairs to Remus's room. He waited for everyone, even though Remus begged Harry to tell him what was happening.

Remus: Please, Harry.

Harry: I can't, not until everyone is here.

Remus: Oh, come on! Obviously it's something good by the huge smile on your face and how much energy you have and how you're not worried about me anymore because you have been since I came back. You're practically bouncing up and down.

Remus said the last part with a small laugh, before stopping. It hurt him to laugh now.. Harry tried not to worry, tried to focus on the fact that he was going to be a dad. He forced himself to put his worries aside.

Harry: Just a minute, Remus! Draco is getting everyone.

Remus kept begging Harry but Harry refused to tell. Finally, Draco came upstairs. Harry needed Severus because he wanted Severus to be the Godfather. Harry handed the envelope to Remus first. Remus broke into a huge smile. The envelope was passed around the room, everyone looked at it then handed it back to Harry. Severus turned to leave. Harry caught him.

Harry: Severus. There's a reason I asked you to come too.

Snape: There is?

Harry: Of course. Draco and I.. We'd like you to be Godfather.

Snape: Really?

Harry: Really.

Snape: I accept, I accept! Do we know the gender yet?

Harry: No. Me and Ginny just started trying yesterday. She found out she was pregnant just this morning. She owled us straightaway.

Snape: Why.. Why me?

Harry: Two reasons. One, you've never had kids. Two, you've always protected me no matter how much you didn't like me due to me looking like my dad.

Snape: This.. Means a lot to me.

Harry: I know.

Sirius: Who's Godmother?

Harry: We have to owl Ginny back. We want her to be Godmother.

Sirius: Let's celebrate!

Harry: Remus needs to rest. We'll celebrate later.

Remus nodded. He smiled, though.

The next day, Harry and Sirius went upstairs to feed Remus and Teddy. James stayed downstairs.

Harry: You ready, Remus?

Remus: Yeah. I'll probably resist again.

Harry: I know. You do know if I have to I will use the Imperious Curse on you, right?

Remus: You weren't kidding yesterday, were you?

Harry: No, I wasn't.

Remus: I'll try my best to keep eating.

Harry: I know you will.

Remus opened his mouth. Harry put a piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. His body wanted more, but he wanted to resist the craving. He forced himself to keep going.

Harry: You're doing great, Remus.. It's your body that wants the meat, not you.

Remus nodded and opened his mouth again. Harry put a piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. After several bites he wanted to resist, he was struggling to keep going. Several more bites later, Harry found himself begging Remus to continue..

Harry: Remus please.. I know you don't like it.. It's your body that wants the meat, not you.. Please..

Remus: I don't want to.. Please don't make me..

Harry: Please..

Remus: I won't..

Harry: Bloody hell, I don't have a choice.

Harry pulled out his wand and pointed it at Remus..

Harry: Forgive me.. Imperio!

Remus felt his thoughts go away. Imperious Curse..

Open your mouth, Remus.. Remus heard a voice say. Remus compiled, and felt something being put in his mouth.

Swallow it, Remus. Remus heard the voice say. Remus complied.

Open your mouth, Remus. Remus heard the voice say. Again, he complied. He, again, felt something being put in his mouth. Again, he heard the voice..

Swallow it, Remus. Remus heard the voice say. Remus complied. Harry did it again and again until the pound was gone. He lifted his wand after that. Remus came back.

Remus: Bloody hell, Harry.

Harry: I'm sorry, I didn't have a choice.. You wouldnt eat it..

Remus: I know, it's alright.

Harry: You're not mad?

Remus: No. You did what you had to do. Usually when we do it I try to disassociate.. So I won't remember.. But sometimes.. I come back.. And try to resist the craving.. How many times did I resist?

Harry: Only once, but you refused to keep going that time.. I had no choice..

Remus: Only once?

Harry: Only once. You didn't listen this time, though. You refused to keep going..

Remus: How's Teddy?

Harry: He's refusing. I might have to..

Remus: He's five, Harry..

Harry: He needs the nutrients or he won't survive the transformation. We don't have a choice. You can do it, but I don't know if you're strong enough.

Remus: You do it..

Harry: I'm sorry, Remus.

Remus: Just make him eat it..

Harry pointed his wand at Teddy.

Harry: Imperio.

Teddy, eat the meat. You'll feel better after. Teddy heard a voice say. Harry's voice. Teddy complied. Harry kept saying it until Teddy's portion was gone.. Harry lifted his wand after that.

Teddy: You lied, Uncle Harry! You said I'd feel better after I ate.. I feel so.. So..

Remus: He meant physically, Teddy. And.. I know how you feel. I feel it too, every time I eat the meat.

Harry: You'll have to do it again later today. The full moon is tomorrow night, you both need a little more strength if you're going to survive.. You'll have to do it twice tomorrow, too..

Remus and Teddy nodded, and promised they would try their best to eat.

Harry: I'm sorry, both of you.

Remus: Do what you have to, Harry. Even if you have to use the Imperious Curse again.

Harry: I wish we didn't have do this, I wish I didn't have to make you do this.

Remus: I know. We don't have a choice, I'm not letting me and Teddy die, not after you both just got me back. Do what you have to, Harry.

Harry sighed, nodding. Draco entered the room.

Draco: Are you okay, my lion?

Harry: Yeah. I just broke Wizarding Law.

Draco: What do you mean?

Harry: I used an Unforgivable Curse on Remus and Teddy.. They wouldn't eat the meat.. I had to use the Imperious Curse on them..

Draco: You didn't have a choice, my lion. We won't tell anyone. Our child needs it's dad.

Harry: Thank you, my love. You always know just what to say to me.

Draco nodded, and tried to pull Harry out of the room. Harry refused to leave.

Remus: I'm okay, Harry. You had no choice.

Harry shook his head, still refusing to leave.

Draco: You want to stay with him for a bit?

Harry nodded.

Remus: I'm not safe.

Harry: You are, Remus. Full moon isn't until tomorrow night.

Remus: Harry..

Harry: I'm not leaving, Remus.

Remus: Harry, I don't want to see you.. Not after what you went through seeing me like that..

Harry: You don't mean that, you're just ashamed. I'm not leaving.

Remus sighed, but waved his hand to Harry, telling him to come inside. Harry kissed Draco. Draco left.

Harry: I'm sorry, Remus. I wish we didn't have to do this.. That I didn't have to make you do something that makes you feel disgusting.. I wish there was another way..

Remus: Please don't blame yourself for this..

Harry: I can't help it..

Remus: Harry.. Stop talking about it.. Please.. I already feel..

Harry: Don't say it, Remus. You're not and you never will be.

Remus: I am.. I crave it.. The meat..

Harry: You don't crave it. Your body craves it. There's a difference, Remus. That's what you told Teddy yesterday, remember?

Remus nodded.

Harry: I need to tell you something, and you're not going to like it..

Remus: Tell me..

Harry: Tomorrow.. You and Teddy both have to eat more than normal.

Remus: How much have you been giving Teddy?

Harry: Quarter pound per session.

Remus: How much does he have to eat tomorrow?

Harry: Half a pound. Per.. Per session.

Remus: So in the morning, and the afternoon? Half a pound for both?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: If he's getting double..

Harry: I'm sorry..

Remus: I have to eat two pounds?

Harry: I'm sorry, Remus..

Remus: Per session for me too, I'm guessing?

Harry: I'm afraid so, Remus. I'll.. I'll do it again..

Remus: On a few conditions..

Harry responded without hesitation..

Harry: Name them.

Remus: I.. I don't want Teddy to see me like that again.

Harry: Okay..

Remus: Just us.. We have to be the only ones in the room..

Harry: Deal.

Remus: Muffling charms around the room.. Door locked.. Impenetrable charm on the door..

Harry: Deal..

Remus: And.. Use your wand if you have to.

Harry: I can't promise that, I hated using that curse on you.

Remus: Then no deal.

Bloody hell. I'm not letting anyone else do it. It has to be me. I have to agree. Harry thought to himself.

Harry: I.. Deal.

Remus: Thank you, Harry. Same deal for both sessions tomorrow.

Harry: Okay.

Remus: Is the full moon.. Really so soon?

Harry: Yeah. I'm sorry that this happened so close to when you came back, I wanted you to have a chance to enjoy yourself without worrying about the full moon so soon, or about Teddy turning. We thought it was impossible, that we had avoided it when he didn't transform..

Remus: It's okay, Harry. You're doing everything you can to make sure we get through this. Everytime I eat it..

Harry: I know.. But you're not, Remus. Your body craves the meat, not you. And you don't disgust me. You could never disgust me. Ever.

Remus: Even when you see me eat raw meat like that?

Harry: You don't have a choice. And it's your body that craves it, not you. Watching you do that doesn't make me think less of you. It makes me admire you.

Remus: Why?

Harry: Because I know you hate eating it, but you're brave and you do it for your family. You're extremely brave, and exceptionally loyal. Nothing you could do could ever disgust me. Well, unless you cast an Unforgivable Curse for no reason. Which I know you'd never do. So, as I said, nothing you could ever do could ever disgust me. Not even eating raw meat.

Remus: You don't mean that..

Harry: Yes I do, Remus. I meant every word.

Remus: I feel.. So..

Harry: Don't say it, Remus. I know you do, but you're not.

Remus: Let me say it..

Harry: No. Because you're not. So I'm not going to let you say it.

Remus: I feel better after I say it..

Harry: No you don't, you feel worse.

Remus stared. How did Harry know?

Remus: How.. How did you know?

Harry: You're reinforcing the statement, Remus. You are not disgusting and you never will be. You hear me?

Remus nodded. Harry turned to Teddy. He was asleep in Remus's lap.

Harry: I'll tell him the same thing later. You eat the same amount today, Remus. But tomorrow you have to eat double.. For both sessions..

Remus: There's really no other way?

Harry: I'm sorry..

Remus sighed. He hated being so far from Harry. If he and Harry could be alone..

Harry: You want time alone with me, don't you?

Remus: Tell me you don't use Legilimency..

Harry: On occasion. I'm an Auror, Remus. And sometimes, there isn't Veritaserum available. Although I've met some I've had to fight with, their minds I mean. Very strong Occlumency. But I didn't use it on you. Never have. I know, because I can see the look in your eyes. There are certain things we can't talk about in front of Teddy, and we can't hug with Teddy sleeping on your chest. I'll take him to his room.

Remus: Don't.. Don't go..

Harry: I'll be right back, Remus. I promise.

Remus nodded. Harry took Teddy to Teddy's room and set him up under his covers. Harry then returned to Remus. Harry closed and locked the door, adding muffling charms to the walls. Harry also added an impenetrable charm to the door.

Remus: I'm not going to yell at you.

Harry: I know. Privacy purposes. I'm pretty sure Teddy has some extendable ears around here. If the others find them they can spy on us.

Remus laughed.

Remus: I remember the day you first found out about the Order. You tried to use extendable ears, I got a peak.

Harry laughed.

Harry: Illegal Defense Group.. What was I thinking. Oh, the map! Third year. I never told you how I actually managed to free Sirius when I was supposed to be in the hospital wing.

Remus chuckled softly as he shrugged.

Remus: Never found out. Dumbledore refused to say a word.

Harry: Hermione had taken two extra classes, both at the same time as another.

Remus: Time-Turner? The Ministry was strict about those..

Harry: Mcgonagall told them Hermione was a top student, that she wouldn't use the Turner for anything except her studies. Dumbledore suggested it. We used the Time-Turner to go back three hours. We saved Buckbeak, which you saw when Sirius showed up with Buckbeak at your doorstep. We flew Buckbeak to Sirius, and gave Buckbeak to him. He flew away on Buckbeak. For a short 30 minutes I thought I would never have to go back to the Dursleys.

Remus: Why.. Why do you hate them so much?

Harry shook his head. But the memories flooded into his mind. Remus noticed Harry's eyes flicker. Harry suddenly seemed disassociated, like he was in the past. Tears fell down Harry's cheeks as he saw every memory of the Dursleys replayed in front of him.. Remus could tell Harry was reliving something horrible and traumatic..

Remus: Harry.. Harry come back.. Please.. You're safe now..

Harry heard Remus, but couldn't pull himself out of his memories. Remus wasn't strong enough to use any spells.. He called for Sirius, James and Lily.. They sprinted up the stairs..

Lily: What is it?

Remus: I asked him about the Dursleys and he just.. Disassociated.. Like he was in the past..

James: He's crying.. How long has he been like this?

Remus: Only a couple minutes.. When I couldn't pull him out as he did with my nightmares I called all of you.. I didn't know what to do and I'm too weak to do any spells.. Help him.. Please..

James tried first.

James: Harry.. Harry come back.. You're safe now, we're here now.. I don't know what you're seeing, but you're crying.. It's obviously something bad.. Something traumatic..

Harry flinched, as if someone had hit him. But no one had touched him.

Sirius: I should have realized when he called me crazy when I thought he wanted to back to his Aunt and Uncle.. I should've heard the hatred in his voice.. The fear..

James: We have to pull him out.. We don't know what they did or said that.. That made him flinch like that..

Remus: I should have questioned him more.. We did patronus lessons, he couldn't think of a happy enough memory.. I never asked why..

James: He couldn't think of a happy memory?

Remus: The first time he rode a broom, that he could remember I mean, was the first memory he tried..

James: Bloody hell.. Lils, help us.. He won't.. He won't come back..

Lily: I don't know what to do..

James: What do we do?

Remus: I.. I don't think there's anything we can do. We.. We just have to wait for him to come back..

James: That could be hours!

Remus: I'll stay with him, I promise. Go downstairs, I'll take care of him..

They listened.. 10 minutes later, Harry was back in the room with Remus.. He collapsed, weakened.. He was crying.. Remus noticed that he was back..

Remus: You're safe, Harry. I'm sorry I asked about them..

Harry scooted over to Remus and settled next to him. Remus hugged Harry close.

Remus: You don't have to talk about them unless you want to.

Harry: Think of Sirius's parents.. Then take away the magic.. Leave the physical abuse..

Remus hesitated before asking..

Remus: What else did they do besides hit you?

Harry: I.. I never got enough to eat.. I would finally start gaining weight at Hogwarts and then lose it again when I went back.. And beginning of fifth year.. I.. I became lethargic and depressed after the dementor attack. I was locked in my room, and I couldn't even bring myself to eat the cakes everyone sent me. I had mood swings, one day I would lay in bed all day and the next I would pace my room angrily, desperate for answers. Dudley would beat me up a lot before Hogwarts.. I'd get slammed around, beaten and yelled at for accidental magic.. I could never get away.. They finally left me alone when I told them about Sirius and had intentionally neglected to tell them Sirius was innocent. I had leverage, for once in my life. They didn't find out Sirius had died until near the start of my sixth year, the year Dumbledore died. The year everyone refused to listen to me about Severus. It's true, I was wrong in the end. But I felt so angry at him.. At all of you.. I felt like you guys let it happen.. But.. Before I went to Hogwarts.. It was.. Awful..

Remus wanted to know what Harry meant, but he didn't want to pressure Harry.

Remus: You don't have to tell me..

Harry looked away in shame. Remus had seen him cry, Harry had made sure in third year that Remus never saw him cry. He didn't want Remus to think him a coward..

Remus: I know what you're thinking, Harry. I don't have to use Legilimency to know. I can see it in your face. You think I think you're a coward. You're not a coward..

Harry turned back to Remus, determined to tell Remus what he went through. But.. He couldn't speak..

Remus: Take your time, Harry.

Harry nodded, taking a few deep breaths before continuing.

Harry: Once.. I couldn't comb down my hair so they shaved it all off. I was so angry and scared when I fell asleep that it grew back overnight. They beat me for it and made me do chores before locking me in the cupboard and starving me for a week.. When I begged to be let out they would let me out, beat me again, and lock me in again.. So I tied to stay quiet no matter how hungry or tired I was. Dudley beat me a lot before I got my first wand.. I would hide the bruises in muggle school, not letting anyone know I was being abused. If I felt hungry or sick, I didn't say anything. Even at school. I never went to the nurse, even when I fell in class, or fell asleep. I would refuse to go, and would force myself to remain still when someone at school touched me, like just grabbing my hand.. Rubbing my back.. Tapping my shoulder.. I always wanted to flinch.. Thinking it was the Dursleys.. Either that or I would want to wince because someone touched a bruise.. I was scared all day every day.. I was scared to go home but I would force myself to go.. I didn't feel safe at school either, but it was better than home.. I was scared to go to sleep. The nightmares..

Remus: I..

Harry: Don't. I heard everything all of you said while I was reliving everything, and I tried to pull myself back to the present.. But I couldn't.. And I saw.. Felt..

Remus: You don't have to..

Harry: I felt.. I saw.. Dudley.. Beating me.. I was too young for a wand.. Six, maybe seven.. I could feel it.. Like it was happening all over again. Pain came.. The tears.. I could feel them fall faster.. Harder.. I tried to focus on your guys's voices.. But all I could see was.. All I could hear.. Dudley.. I was on the ground.. He was kicking me while I begged him to stop.. He would tease me about being an orphan.. Saying my parents didn't want me anyway.. That they would rather die than raise me.. I was constantly told I wasn't worth buying for.. That I was worthless.. I.. Wanted to die.. I thought death was nothing compared to that..

Remus: Harry..

Harry: It was so painful.. Almost as painful as.. As the..

Remus: Tell me you never went through the Cruciatus Curse..

Harry: The graveyard.. The night Voldemort came back..

Remus: Sirius wouldn't go into detail, saying only that Voldemort was back. I didn't push him to tell me. I have no idea what happened that night..

Harry: I.. I have an idea.. Androeama has a Pensieve, and I know the spell to copy a memory. I.. I don't think I can talk about it again but I can show you..

Remus nodded. Harry checked in with Sirius and his parents before getting the Pensieve and going back to Remus.

Harry: Sorry that took so long, I wanted the others to know I was okay.

Remus: It's fine. You don't have to do this.

Harry: I know.

Harry set down the Pensieve between him and Remus. Remus realized what Harry was planning to do and tried to stop him.

Remus: You're not going in with me.

Harry: Don't argue with me.

Remus sighed, but conceded. Harry took a deep breath and forced himself to bring that memory to the surface. He pressed his wand to his temple and pulled out what looked like a long, shiny, silky piece of hair. A memory. He swirled his wand in the Pensieve, releasing the memory.

Remus: Want me to go in first?

Harry: I'll go.

Remus: You sure?

Harry: Yeah. So you can leave if you get uncomfortable.

Remus: Okay.

Harry leaned down, letting his face go in the Pensieve. Remus arrived moments later.

Harry: You were right.. I don't want to see this..

Remus: I should have went in first..

Harry: No.. I'm not leaving you behind..

Harry and Remus walked to the grave Harry would soon be on.. Moments later, Pettigrew showed up, tying Harry to the gravestone.. They watched as Pettigrew took a bone from Voldemort's father.. Then as Pettigrew cut off his hand.. Then.. As Pettigrew cut Harry's wrist open.. As Voldemort returned.. As Voldemort spoke.. As the Death Eaters were called.. As Harry and Voldemort began to duel.. Remus flinched when he heard the incantation of the Cruciatus Curse.. Remus closed his eyes when he heard Harry scream.. When the screaming stopped Remus opened his eyes. Then Harry went through the Imperious Curse.. Then Priori Incantatem.. Then Harry ran to Cedric Diggory and summoned the Cup with his wand. Then the graveyard was empty. Remus pulled himself out of the Pensieve. When he got back he pulled Harry out too.

Remus: Harry, you're safe now..

Harry nodded.. He saw the Dursleys again..

Remus: Harry.. Come on.. Don't go back to the Dursleys again.. You're safe now.. Please..

Harry forced himself to focus on Remus's voice. He focused on Remus's voice as long as he could, and passed out. Remus let Harry rest against him and moved the Pensieve to the bedside table. When Harry woke up, Remus, Sirius, his parents and Draco were waiting for him. It was about an hour before Remus and Teddy had to be fed again, he had time to recover. Remus felt Harry move, but thought Harry was just twitching. Remus ran his hand through Harry's hair. Harry felt it.

Harry: I'm okay. I'm sorry I scared you all. I'm okay, Remus.

They all turned to him. They hadn't noticed Harry wake up..

Harry: Draco? Where's Draco? Draco!

Draco: I'm here, my lion.

Harry turned his head and sighed in relief. Draco was at his side, holding his hand.

Harry: How long was I out?

Remus: Several hours.

Harry: Bloody hell.

Harry got up, he needed to stretch. He felt sore all over. Sirius tried to stop him..

Harry: Sirius. I'm an adult now. I'm not 15 anymore. I'm 22. And I need to stretch.

Sirius let Harry get up. Harry walked for a bit.

Harry: I don't suppose you carry chocolate like the old days, do you Remus?

Harry said this with a smile, suppressing a laugh. Remus chuckled slightly at the joke.

Remus: No. The others can get you some.

Harry: I'll get it.

Harry left the room. He needed space. There were so many people. He sat at the table. Snape saw Harry alone and decided to join him.

Snape: They were worried.

Harry: I know.

Snape: What.. What were you.. Reliving?

Harry: You wouldn't understand.

Snape: Harry, please. I want to know what's on your mind. I.. I care about you.

Harry: They were crowding me, I needed space. I'm an adult now, but they all remember me as a child. They sometimes still treat me like one. I can.. I can handle it.

Snape: Who's been feeding Remus and Teddy the raw meat they need?

Harry: Sirius has been feeding Teddy, I've been feeding Remus. He tries to resist the craving, he feels disgusted with himself every time we do it. I keep telling him that it's his body that wants the meat, not him. But.. He won't listen. He listens and believes it until he starts to eat..

Snape: It doesn't.. Hurt you? To see him like that?

Harry: It does, but I'd do it any day. He's family. I remember when I was willing to sacrifice myself for the world.

Sirius: Dumbledore told me when he got back. What had happened, that Voldemort was almost mortal.

Harry: I gave the excuse of needing chocolate. I needed to be alone, to gather my thoughts before I had to feed Remus again.

Snape: Tell me, Harry. What were the flashbacks of?

Harry: You wouldn't understand.

Snape thought for a moment, then came up with an idea. He could relate to Harry. Or try to. He'd been abused by his own dad.

Snape: I'll.. I'll share a secret with you first..

Harry hesitated, was it a trick?

Harry: I.. Okay.

Snape: My dad.. Was a drunk.. He beat me a lot, made me feel worthless. Starved me. Mum was too scared to do anything about it.

Harry: I.. I went through the same.. With the Dursleys..

Snape: Dursleys?

Harry: Mum's sister, Petunia, and her husband, Vernon.

Snape: Should've known it would be Petunia.. She always hated your mum.. Called her a freak..

Harry: Did it right in front of me the night I found out I was a wizard.

Snape: I'm sorry I treated you so horribly.

Harry: You played your part well. Fooled everyone except Dumbledore. Dumbledore already knew the truth.

Snape: You're not still mad, are you? For how I treated you, for killing Dumbledore?

Harry: Of course not. I should grab the meat and head back up. It's almost feeding time for Remus. Don't take this the wrong way, Severus. I still want to talk, I just need to feed him. We can keep talking when I'm done.

Snape nodded. Harry opened the fridge and pulled out a pound of ground beef, raw. He took it out of the package and put it in a bowl. Harry reentered Remus's room. The others saw the meat and left Harry alone with Remus.

Remus: Time?

Harry: Yeah. Muffling charms?

Remus: Yeah. And lock the door.

Harry complied and sat down on the bed across from Remus.

Harry: Close your eyes.

Remus: I.. I need..

Harry: No you don't. You don't need to watch. Remus, don't force yourself to watch.. You'll only make yourself feel worse..

Remus: Let me..

Harry: You'll regret watching..

Remus: I know.. Please..

Harry nodded.

Harry: I need you to.. To keep eating..

Remus: I'll try.

Harry took Remus's hands in his.

Harry: I'll go as fast as I can without making you throw up..

Remus nodded. Harry pulled back and broke off a piece of meat. Remus took a deep breath before opening his mouth. Harry put the piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. He kept taking more, even though he wanted to stop. He forced himself to keep going, but he felt disgusted with himself.

Harry: Remus.. I know you don't want to, you're doing great. I know how this makes you feel..

Harry said this as Remus forced himself to take another piece.. After a while.. Remus couldn't help it.. He resisted..

Harry: Remus.. Close your eyes.. It'll be easier for you to do this if you're not watching..

Remus: Don't make me..

Harry: It's your body, not you.. Please..

Remus opened his mouth again. Harry put a piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. When Harry was almost done Remus resisted again..

Harry: Remus.. Just close your eyes.. Please.. It'll.. It'll be easier for you..

Remus: Don't make me keep eating.. I'm disgusting..

Harry: Don't say that.. You're not.. It's your body, Remus.. Not you..

Remus: I.. Crave.. It..

Harry: It's you're body, Remus.. Not you.. Please.. Keep eating..

Remus: I hate it but I crave it at the same time.. Don't make me eat it.. Please..

Harry: Just a little more, Remus..

Remus finally opened his mouth and let Harry put another piece of meat in his mouth. He finished the pound without resisting again. Remus had disassociated.. Harry tried to bring him back.

Harry: Remus.. Remus it's over.. You're done for the day.. You're okay.. Come back, please..

An hour later, Remus opened his eyes. When he did, Harry was at his side, holding his hand. Harry was leaning down, letting his head settle on the bed as he cried. Harry was begging Remus to wake up, to come back.. Begging Remus not to leave him again..

Harry: Don't leave me again, Remus.. Me and Teddy just got you back.. Don't leave.. Not again.. Please come back.. Wake up.. Please.. Wake up..

Remus: I'm okay..

Harry looked up.

Harry: You.. You almost left..

Remus: I was just unconscious, Harry.. I'm okay.. I didn't mean to scare you.. I'm sorry..

Harry: It's okay.. I was just so scared I was losing you again..

Remus: You'll still be the one who feeds me tomorrow?

Harry: If you want me to, of course. If not, it's up to you. But I would rather do it.

Remus: I want you to do it.

Harry: Of course. Can I go downstairs? It's nothing against you, I was talking to Severus before I came back up with the meat. I told him we could finish talking later, after I fed you. But after you disassociated.. And passed out.. I couldn't bring myself to leave the room. I just found myself begging you to wake up until you did.

Remus: He could come up here?

Harry: I could ask. Be right back, okay?

Remus nodded. Harry headed down. Snape was still at the same spot at the table.

Snape: The bowl levitated down, but you didn't come down after.

Harry: Remus had disassociated towards the end of the feeding.. Passed out just a few minutes after he finished. I couldn't bring myself to leave the room. I don't want to leave him, can you come upstairs?

Snape hesitated.

Harry: The room already has muffling charms and Remus is very trustworthy. Trust me.

Snape nodded. When they got upstairs, Harry locked the door and added an impenetrable charm.

Harry: No one can hear from the outside, Severus. We can say whatever. You, me and Remus are the only ones who will hear. Remus won't tell anyone, will you?

Remus: No.

Harry: Thank you. Severus saw me sitting alone at the table. He was worried about me, so he sat down across from me. Told me you guys were worried. I told him I knew. He wanted to know what I was reliving. I told him he wouldn't understand. He asked me again, gently, to tell him. I told him that I just needed to leave the room. That as good as it was to have you all back.. I'm an adult. And you guys don't always treat me that way. He asked who was doing the feedings. When I told him he asked if it hurt me, seeing you like that. I said that it did, but that I would do it again in a heartbeat. He asked again what the flashbacks were of. I told him again that he wouldnt understand. He told me a secret in exchange. A secret regarding his family. After he told me his secret I told him a little of what happened to me at the Dursleys. He felt bad for treating me badly all those years, and for killing Dumbledore. He asked if I was still upset, if I had forgiven him. I told him I had, that I was no longer upset.

Remus: You can tell him what you told me.

Harry: The Pensieve is still up here, I could show you, Severus.

Snape: You'll have to think about it to copy the memory..

Harry: I know. I can handle it, trust me.

Snape nodded. Harry picked up the Pensieve from the bedside table and set it on the bed between Snape, Remus and Himself. He thought about the day Dudley beat him that he had told Remus about. He pressed his wand to his temple, then slowly pulled it away, copying a memory. He swirled his wand in the Pensieve, releasing the memory into it. Snape realized Harry was going to join him, as well as Remus.

Snape: Harry, you don't have to watch this again.

Harry: I can handle it, Severus. I'll have you.

Snape nodded.

Harry: Remus, absolutely not.

Remus: I'm not taking no for an answer.

Harry sighed, but conceded. Snape went in first, then Harry, then Remus.

Snape took Harry's hand. Harry watched as he was on the ground, and Dudley was beating him. Harry closed his eyes.

Snape: You okay?

Harry: Yeah.

Harry opened his eyes and saw himself begging Dudley to stop. Dudley teased him about being an orphan, saying that his parents didn't want him anyway. That they would rather die than raise him. Dudley reminded him of how worthless he was as he kept kicking until Harry had passed out. He left Harry for dead. Harry woke up and walked back to the Dursleys, knowing they would beat him again because they'd think he got into a fight at school. Harry wouldn't tell her that it was Dudley, he would say that he got into a fight even though he knew the Dursleys would beat him. He kept watching as he walked home. Harry followed, but Snape held Harry back.

Snape: We don't have to watch that part, Harry.

Harry: I can handle it, Severus. Trust me.

Snape hesitated, turning to Remus. Remus nodded, it was up to Harry.

Harry began walking. Snape followed, as did Remus. They didn't want Harry to be alone. When they got to the Dursleys, Harry was still standing outside the door, trying to prepare himself for what was coming. Harry went inside, as did Remus, Severus, and the Harry watching the memory. Aunt Petunia asked what had happened. Harry lied, saying he got into a fight at school. Uncle Vernon began shouting at Harry. He then beat Harry again and stuffed him in the cupboard. Harry didn't get any food for a week. When he was let out he was beaten again, given a small plate of food, and locked in the cupboard. Snape pulled out of the Pensieve, taking Harry with him. Remus came back.

Harry: I'm okay.

Snape: You sure?

Harry: Yeah.

Snape: I never knew.. You went through all that.

Harry: Dumbledore did. Ms. Figg, our neighbor at the Dursleys, is a squib. She played her part well, fooling me into thinking she was just a slightly grumpy muggle. I had to do chores, but she never beat me or anything. Just didn't really talk to me. I found out the truth about her in fifth year after the dementor attack. Found out she actually cared about me, just couldn't show it because the Dursleys wouldn't let me go back if they thought I enjoyed it.

Snape: Fun. I wonder why he didn't do anything about it.

Harry: He told me after Sirius died.

Snape: Why did he leave you with them?

Harry: Simple. My mom's blood sacrifice protection. Mum's blood lived on in her sister, so I was protected from Voldemort and his Death Eaters attacking me there until I turned 17. I just had to go back once a year long enough to keep it as my home address.

Snape: And you loved it at Hogwarts because you had friends and you were away from the Dursleys.

Harry: Yeah, but at the same time I hated it. You thought I liked being famous. I hated it, all the stares. People never looking me in the eye when they talked to me, their eyes always wandering up to my scar. Plus, the Slytherins were always making fun of me, and you just glared at me. I would've done better in potions if I wasn't so distracted by your glares and the Slytherins making fun of me.

Snape: I never knew you felt that way. I'm sorry.

Harry: It's alright. Like I said, you played your part well. Fooled everyone but Dumbledore, who already knew the truth.

Remus: I should have pressed more in your third year. When we talked.

Harry: It's alright, Remus. Back then I wouldn't have told you anyway. I never even told Ron or Hermione. Not even Hagrid knew. Only Dumbledore and Ms. Figg.

Remus: I should've known how much you went through when you stuggled to make a Patronus.

Harry: It wasn't the memories I chose.

Remus: Then what was it?

Harry: I'm not proud of it, but I'll admit that I secretly wanted to hear my parents' voices again even though they were pleading for their lives, for mine. I just wanted to hear their voices.

Remus: Ah. You okay?

Harry: Yeah. Severus, can you go get Draco? You can still stay after, I just want Draco.

Snape: Of course. I'll be right back.

Snape left and returned with Draco. He locked the door again and added the impenetrable charm.

Draco: Are you okay, my lion?

Harry: Yeah.

Draco: You sure?

Harry: I'm sure. Remus, are you sure you don't want dad and Sirius in the room when I feed you tomorrow?

Remus: I'll refuse a lot more than normal. I don't want them to see me like that. We have to be alone, just me and you.

Harry: Okay, I just wanted to make sure you're sure you don't want anyone else in the room tomorrow. I wish there was another way, Remus.

Remus: I know. You remember the conditions?

Harry: Yeah, but Severus and Draco don't need to know.

Remus: Tell them, it's okay.

Harry: You sure?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry: We have to be the only ones in the room. Me and Remus, I mean. There has to be muffling charms and the door has to be locked and have an impenetrable charm on it in case he resisted. And.. If I have to force him to eat it using my wand to do it.

Snape: I'm guessing you agreed?

Harry: Yeah. I hesitated on the wand part, told him I couldn't promise that. He said no deal if I don't agree to the last condition. I agreed. I don't want anyone else to do it.

Snape: Why is he going to resist more than normal tomorrow?

Harry: We have to feed Remus and Teddy double tomorrow because the full moon is tomorrow night. Double.. Per session. Morning and afternoon.

Snape: How much do they normally eat per session?

Harry: Teddy, quarter pound. He has to eat a half a pound both sessions tomorrow. Remus is normally fed a pound per session. Tomorrow he has to eat two pounds, both sessions.

Snape: He doesn't want anyone else to see him resist like that.

Harry: No one but me.

Snape: If you need to talk after, either of you, I'm here. So is Draco.

Harry: Thanks. Remus, do you mind if I talk to Severus, alone?

Remus shook his head.

Harry: I'll come see you later. Rest, okay?

Remus nodded. Draco went back downstairs. Snape and Harry went to an empty bedroom and added muffling charms to the walls, locking the door and adding an impenetrable charm on the door.

Snape: Do they know? That I'm the one who overheard the prophecy?

Harry: No.

Snape: Thanks.

Harry: No problem. Severus, I need a favor.

Snape: Anything.

Harry: I just need to check, I don't know if Draco has been telling me the truth.

Snape: Ah.

Snape pulled up his left sleeve, revealing his faded Dark Mark.

Harry: Thank you, Severus. I just needed to be sure.

Snape: It's alright.

Snape let his sleeve fall.

Harry: Wanna slip under my cloak and Dungbomb Sirius and my dad?

Snape laughed, and nodded. Harry went and grabbed his cloak and three Dungbombs.

Harry: You get to throw two because of how they treated you.

Snape: Awesome.

They slipped under the cloak and went downstairs. Sirius was in the kitchen. Harry threw a Dungbomb. Snape saved both of his for James, who was in the living room. Then Harry and Snape got the heck out before the smoke revealed them under the cloak. When they got back to the empty room they took of the cloak and joined the others, struggling to contain their laughter as Sirius and James looked around and started blaming eachother.

James: Hey! You Dungbombed me!

Sirius: Did not!You Dungbombed me!

Harry and Snape finally burst into laughter.

Harry: You should see your faces.. Bloody hell that was fun.

Harry and Snape highfived as Sirius and James glared at them.

Harry: Lighten up. You guys did this sort of thing all the time at Hogwarts.

Soon, James and Sirius were laughing too.

Sirius: How did we not see you?

Harry: Invisibility cloak. We got out before the smoke revealed us. We came down after removing the cloak and you two started fighting.

James: You've got the cloak? But Dumbledore had it when I died.

Harry: My first good Christmas present. Dumbledore said in the note to use the cloak well, almost as if he wanted me to investigate what the Three Headed Dog was guarding. I found out, and found out who really wanted it. Voldemort. He was living in the forest, feeding off the unicorns. I stopped him from getting The Sorcerer's Stone. Because with the Elixer of Life, Voldemort would be strong again. He'd come back. And I suspected Severus was helping Voldemort. Really, it turned out to our Defense Against the Dark Arts. Professor Quirrel.

James: You stopped him?

Harry: I did. He fled again, still very weak, weaker than before. Second year Lucius Malfoy slipped Ginny Weasley the Diary of Tom Riddle. A horcrux. He had preserved his 16 year old self in it's pages so he could finish his work through someone else. He had opened the Chamber of Secrets 50 years before. Riddle put Ginny under a trance, forcing her to open the Chamber, which contained a Basilisk. Fawkes came, gave me the sorting hat. The Sword of Godric Gryffindor presented itself to me when I needed it. I killed the snake but suffered a deadly wound. I killed Riddle again by destroying the Diary. Ginny came back, she had been taken into the Chamber. Fawkes showed up again, and cried on my wound, healing it. Healing me. When I stabbed the Basilisk through the roof of it's mouth one of it's fangs stabbed me. I pulled it out of my arm and stabbed the Diary with it, killing Riddle and saving Ginny. Fawkes healed the wound and I survived.

James: Third?

Harry: Ah.. One of my favorite years. No Voldemort, mind you. The year Sirius escaped from Azkaban. Sirius had been sent when Pettigrew framed Sirius and then faked his own death by cutting off one of his fingers and transforming into a rat. Yes, I know you're an animagus. Remus told me when he explained the truth about who betrayed my parents. I truly believed Sirius had done it. Eventually I believed Sirius. We were going to turn Pettigrew in.. But Remus hadn't taken his potion that night. He transformed without it, and Pettigrew got away. Sirius transformed and protected me, Ron and Hermione from the transformed Remus. Sirius was captured. He was going to be given the Dementor's Kiss. Me and Hermione used a Time-Turner to save Sirius.

James: Fourth?

Harry: Well fourth and up were bad. Voldemort returned in fourth year. I dropped out after sixth to hunt Voldemort's horcruxes. The final battle was brutal. So many were lost. I defeated Voldemort though. Lost Remus and Tonks in the battle, Fred Weasley too. Most of the teachers survived. Lot of students were lost, as were a lot of Death Eaters. Not that I'm complaining about that last part. Lavender Brown was killed by Greyback.

James: How old were you in the final battle?

Harry: Almost 18. Shame we lost Remus and Tonks. And just after they had Teddy.

James: At least we're back now.

Harry: Yeah. Remus doesn't want you guys in the room tomorrow.

Sirius: You agreed?

Harry: It was a condition he made if I was going to feed him tomorrow. That me and him have to be the only ones in the room.

James: It's alright. I'll stay with Sirius and Teddy. Does Teddy know we have to feed double per session tomorrow?

Sirius: No.

James: Are you going to tell him?

Sirius: No.

Harry: I told Remus. He knows he's going to resist a lot more tomorrow so he doesn't want anyone else in the room. He doesn't want anyone else to see him like that.

James: Alright. Just.. Keep reminding him that it's his body that craves it, not him. That we know how it makes him feel and that he's not and never will be what he thinks of himself when he eats the meat.

Sirius: What.. What does he think of himself when he eats it?

Harry: He feels disgusted with himself, feels like he's disgusting. I try to tell him he's not, but as soon as he starts eating he doesn't believe it. He tries his best to force himself to keep eating but sometimes he resists.. Begging me to let him stop, to not make him eat it anymore.. I beg him to keep eating until he opens his mouth again..

James: You okay?

Harry: Yeah. Draco and I should start dinner.

Sirius: After you pick up the Dungbombs.

Harry: Okay.

Harry picked up the Dungbombs and threw them away.

Sirius: Better.

Harry: Draco! We should start dinner, my love!

Draco came downstairs.

Draco: Okay, my lion. Did Remus take the meat?

Harry: Yeah. Resisted a couple times though. Said that he's disgusting as he begged me to let him stop eating.. I told him that he wasn't, that it was his body that craved threat not him.. Begged him to keep eating.. Every time he forced himself to open his mouth and take the meat. I hate making him do that.

Draco: I know, my lion.

Harry: He feels disgusting every time we do.

Harry and Draco worked together to make something to eat. Everyone ate and went to bed. Harry visited Remus one more time before he went to bed. He knocked on the door gently before entering. Remus was awake.

Harry: Remus.

Remus: What time do we do the first tomorrow?

Harry: First thing in the morning. You usually wake up before me so you'll have time to..

Remus: Prepare myself. Mentally.

Harry: Yeah. I'm sorry, Remus. I wish there was another way.. Just know that

Remus: It's my body that craves it, not me?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: You know I won't believe that as soon as I start eating the meat.

Harry: I know. I wish there was another way, Remus.. I hate making you do something that makes you feel so disgusting..

Remus: I know. Thank you for being the one who feeds me.

Harry: Any day. I live in Hogsmead, I could probably get Minerva to let me visit daily the week before the full moon.. That way I can still be the one who feeds you..

Remus: That would be nice. You should get to bed, and I should get some rest.

Harry: I'll see you in the morning.

Remus: Yeah.

Remus watched in sadness as Harry left the room and gently closed the door. He wanted Harry to stay the night. He sighed, and laid down. He fell asleep quickly.

The next morning, Remus woke before Harry and tried to mentally prepare himself.

Harry woke up an hour later and got dressed. Harry headed downstairs and to the fridge. He pulled out two pounds of ground beef, raw. He took them out of the packages and put them in a bowl. He went upstairs. He knocked on Remus's door gently.

Remus: Come in, Harry.

Harry gently entered the room. He shut and locked the door, and added an impenetrable charm on the door. He added muffling charms to all the walls and even the door for extra good measure.

Harry: Ready?

Remus: Yeah.

Remus sat up. Harry sat down on the bed in front of Remus with the bowl of meat in his lap.

Harry: One pound at a time?

Remus: No, or I'll refuse to eat the second. No break between the two.

Harry nodded and tore off a piece of meat.

Harry: Ready?

Remus: As I'll ever be.

Harry: I know you hate this, just remember that it's your body that craves the meat, not you.

Remus nodded, took a deep breath and opened his mouth. Harry put a piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. He was halfway through the first pound when he resisted for the first time.

Remus: Don't make me keep eating.. I'm disgusting..

Harry: Don't say that, Remus.. You're not.. It's your body that craves it not you..

Remus: I.. Crave.. It..

Harry: You don't. Your body does.

Remus: Not.. True..

Harry: Remus please.. Keep eating..

Remus: How much more do I have left?

Harry: I..

Remus: Please tell me..

Harry: Pound and a half..

Remus: Use Imperio.. Please..

Harry: I don't want to have to do that.. Just eat.. Please..

Remus: I.. Don't want to watch..

Harry: Then close your eyes.. You'll make yourself feel worse if you keep watching..

Remus: I need..

Harry: You don't.. You don't need to watch.. Don't force yourself to watch this.. Just close your eyes..

Remus refused to close his eyes, but opened his mouth. Harry put another piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. He was done with the first pound when he resisted again..

Harry: Please.. Just one more pound..

Remus: Please.. Don't.. Make.. Me..

Harry: Please, Remus.. Keep eating..

Remus: I'm.. Disgusting..

Harry: You're not.. It's your body that craves it not you..

Remus: Not.. True..

Harry: It's true, Remus. Just keep eating.. Please..

Remus sighed and opened his mouth.. Harry put another piece in Remus's mouth.. Remus took it.. He was halfway through the second pound when he resisted again..

Remus: I'm.. Disgusting..

Harry: Don't say that.. It's your body.. Not you.. Please..

Remus: I don't want to.. Don't make me keep eating.. I hate it.. But.. My.. Body.. Wants.. More.. I hate the craving..

Harry: You only have half a pound left.. I know you hate it.. Please.. Or.. Or you won't survive the transformation.. Please.. I can't lose you again..

Tears rolled down Remus's cheeks as he opened his mouth.. Harry put another piece in Remus's mouth.. Remus took it.. He had only a few bites left when he resisted again..

Remus: Don't make me eat any more.. I hate it.. I hate the craving I hate that my body wants more.. Let me stop.. I'm disgusting..

Harry: You're not.. It's your body that craves it, not you.. Just a few more bites, Remus.. You're almost done.. Just a few more..

Remus: Please.. Don't make me.. Let me stop.. Please..

Harry: Just a few more bites, Remus.. You're almost done.. Keep eating, Remus.. Please..

More tears rolled down Remus's cheeks as he opened his mouth.. He finished the last few bites without resisting..

Harry: It's over, Remus.. It's okay.. You're okay..

Remus nodded..

Harry: You're done..

Remus took a few minutes to compose himself before asking..

Remus: How many times? How many times did I resist?

Harry: Halfway through the first, after we finished the first, halfway through the second, and when you only had a few bites left. So four.

Remus: And how many times.. Did.. I call myself.. Dis.. Dis..

Remus couldn't say the word, so Harry finished for him.

Harry: Disgusting?

Remus nodded..

Harry: All four times.. It was your body, Remus.. Not you..

Remus: That's not true..

Harry: Let me prove it to you.

Remus nodded.

Harry: Take my hands and close your eyes.

Harry held out his hands. Remus hesitated, but took Harry's hands and closed his eyes.

Harry: How does it make you feel when you eat raw meat?

Remus: I want

Harry interrupted him.

Harry: No. Not physically, Remus. Mentally.

Remus: I hate it. I want to stop and I feel disgusting.

Harry: Now.. Physically?

Remus knew his answer, but didn't want to say it.

Remus: Do I have to say it?

Harry: Please.

Remus sighed. Harry rephrased the question.

Harry: How do you feel physically when the meat hits your stomach?

Remus: Warm.. Strong..

Harry: When that feeling spreads, how do you feel?

Remus: Mentally or Physically?

Harry: I think you know the answer, Remus.

Remus: Mentally first.

Harry: That's right. Mentally first. When you're ready.

Remus: I hate it. Makes me feel even more disgusting.. Makes me feel like a monster..

Harry: I'm sorry to have to ask.. Physically?

Remus sighed, but answered.

Remus: Makes my body.. Want more.. Makes me feel hungry.. Like I need more..

Harry: How do you feel mentally when your body sends that message?

Remus: Disgusted with myself.. I feel like a monster.. Unworthy of anything.. Dirty.. Unclean.. Makes me hate myself..

Harry: And how do you feel mentally right now? After saying all that?

Remus: Better.. Feels like a weight taken off.. A little.. Proud of myself for doing it even though I hated it..

Harry: Open your eyes.

Remus did. Harry was still holding Remus's hands. He hadn't recoiled, and his face hadn't changed. Harry didn't look disgusted with Remus at all.

Harry: Do I look ashamed of you? Do I look like you disgust me?

Remus: No..

Harry: Then why should you feel that way?

Remus smiled, feeling better.

Remus: Thanks.

Harry: Anytime. Want me to stay for a bit?

Remus: Yeah. I'm sorry you had to see me like that.

Harry: I'm not. We're family. And family, means for better or worse. Recognize that statement?

Remus: Traditional wedding vows.

Harry: Exactly. For richer..

Remus: For poorer..

Harry: In sickness..

Remus: And in health..

Harry: As long as..

Remus: We all shall live.

Harry: Knew you would change the last one to fit the situation. I Dungbombed dad and Sirius yesterday before Draco and I made dinner. Did it with Severus.

Remus: Under the cloak?

Harry: Yeah. We hurried up the stairs after so we wouldn't reveal ourselves with the smoke. We went back down as dad and Sirius started blaming each other. Me and Severus struggled to maintain our laughter until we finally burst out laughing, telling them they to should see their faces. They glared at us as me and Severus highfived.

Remus: Did you use the "you did stuff like this all the time at Hogwarts" card?

Harry: Sure did. Got them laughing with us. Told them about my first three years at Hogwarts after dad asked how I got the cloak since he left it with Dumbledore before he died.

Remus: Bet James asked about fourth.

Harry: Yeah. Told him forth and up were a lot harder.

Remus: How long?

Harry: Couple hours.

Remus: Same amount?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: I don't want to.

Harry: I know.. I'm sorry, Remus. This is the only way.

Remus: I know. Did I ask you to use your wand?

Harry: Yeah. First time you resisted, you asked me to use Imperio. I told you I didn't want to have to do that, asked you to keep eating. You said you didn't want to watch..

Remus: How.. How did you respond?

Harry: I told you to close your eyes, that it would be easier if you did.. Told you you'd make yourself feel worse if you kept watching..

Remus: How did I respond?

Harry: Tried to say you needed to, I interrupted you. Told you you didn't need to, begged you to close your eyes. You refused, but opened your mouth to take more.

Remus: I don't really remember much of it..

Harry: I know. You okay?

Remus: Not really.

Harry: Wanna talk about it?

Remus: A little.

Harry: You can tell me, I won't tell anyone if you don't want me to.

Remus nodded.

Harry: What is it?

Remus: I.. I don't want to do this anymore.

Harry: I know. We don't have a choice.

Remus: I know. I hate it. I feel disgusting..

Harry: I know. You can take a shower as soon as you transform back, I promise.

Remus: As soon as I recover, you mean.

Harry: Yeah. You'll have to regain enough strength to walk on your own first, or someone will have to help you. Tonks could.

Remus: No. If anyone is going to help me..

Harry: You sure?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry: How soon?

Remus: As soon as I transform back.

Harry: You'll be weak.

Remus: I know.

Harry: As soon as I wake up I'll come up and get you a change of clothes and a towel.

Remus: You don't have to do this. Will Draco be okay with it?

Harry: He will. He knows how much I care for you, and that I don't love you the way I love him.

Remus: I didn't want to pass it on.

Harry: If you want to blame someone, blame Greyback. He's the one who bit you.

Remus: Where is he?

Harry: Dead. Died in the Battle of Hogwarts. The one..

Remus: Me and Dora died in.

Harry: Yeah. I blamed myself.

Remus: It wasn't your fault. I should've stayed with Dora and Teddy here.

Harry: I was.. Angry at you too.

Remus: You were?

Harry: Yeah. I blamed you a little too because you were supposed to stay home, stay safe. You weren't supposed to leave, you weren't supposed to come. But Neville and the others alerted the Order and almost everyone came, even you. Tonks wasn't supposed to come either.

Remus: I'm sorry.

Harry: It's okay. You were trying to make the world safer for Teddy.

Remus: You're not mad anymore, are you?

Harry: No. That was five years ago, and you're back now.

Remus nodded. He tried to smile, but couldn't. He wanted to see what happened when Harry fed him earlier. See it for himself. But he needed Harry's help to do so, as he didn't remember.

Harry: There's something more on your mind. What is it?

Remus: I..

Harry: Tell me, Remus. There's something you're not telling me, I can see it in your face. Something is bothering you.

Remus: Show me.

Harry understood without having to ask what Remus meant.

Harry: No. I'm not letting you watch that.

Remus: I want to know what happened earlier when you fed me.

Harry: Absolutely not.

Remus: Please.

Harry: You'll feel worse.

Remus: I know. Please. I.. I need to see it.

Harry: You buried the memory. Don't resist. Don't use Occlumency, let me find the memory and replay it.

Remus: Okay.

Harry: You have very strong Occlumency, Remus. Don't resist, don't push me away.

Remus: Okay.

Harry: I want you to close your eyes and try to relax.

Remus complied.

Harry: Don't fight me. I'll win, Remus, and you'll lose strength.

Remus nodded. Harry pointed his wand at Remus.

Harry: About to go in, nod when you're ready.

Remus took a deep breath, and nodded.

Harry: Legilimens.

Harry entered Remus's mind, searching for the buried memory. Harry found it and replayed it for Remus. Remus started to fight a bit, he hated watching. Harry fought harder to keep the memory up.

Harry: Stop fighting it, Remus. Stop fighting me. You'll lose strength. If you lose any more strength.. I'll have to feed you even more this afternoon if you're going to survive the transformation. Stop fighting it.

Remus tried to relax and let himself watch the memory.

Harry: Better. Just relax.

Remus let himself watch until he finished the first pound. He thought about fighting.

Harry: Don't do it, Remus. Don't fight it. If you want to stop I'll withdraw myself. Don't fight it.

Remus let himself keep watching. He fought a bit towards the end.

Harry: Remus. Please. Stop fighting. If you want to stop, tell me in your thoughts. If not, relax and let yourself finish the memory.

Remus relaxed, letting himself finish the memory. Harry withdrew himself.

Harry: You're okay, it's over. You're done, the memory is over.

Remus opened his eyes.

Remus: I.. I didn't know..

Harry: You okay?

Remus: How hard did I fight the memory? And how many times?

Harry: Just a couple times, and not too hard. The first time you fought pretty hard, I told you to stop fighting. You listened. After the first pound you thought about fighting, I told you not to. You fought a little towards the end of the memory, I told you if you wanted to stop to tell me in your thoughts and if not to relax and let yourself finish the memory. You did.

Remus: How much do I have to eat later?

Harry: How strong do you feel?

Remus: As strong as before you used Legilimency.

Harry: Then still only two pounds.

Remus: How long?

Harry: About an hour.

Remus: Any advice?

Harry: Don't fight it. Let your body take over, just relax. Don't think. Empty your mind, the same way you would if you used Occlumency.

Remus: I'll feel..

Harry: You won't, if you let your body take over. If you disassociate. Don't think, Remus. Just relax, let your body take over. It'll be easier.

Remus: I'll try. How have you been?

Harry: Not great. Grieving, mostly. Better now, just worried about you and Teddy. Teddy has been like this near the full moon the past few months, but he hasn't transformed yet. I know it's this time because..

Remus: He can't keep down food unless it's raw meat. I'm guessing the last few months he's been able to eat.

Harry: Yeah. He was stronger, able to move, just not able to completely get up or walk on his own.

Remus: I'm sorry I got so angry the other day.

Harry: I'm sorry I didn't consult you, we just couldn't wait. He couldn't keep down anything, not even the applesauce. He was very weak, could barely move. He couldn't speak.

Remus: It's okay. We're you mad at me for yelling at you?

Harry: No. I felt guilty for not talking to you first. I headed down and sat next to Sirius, burying my face in my hands. I was worried you wouldn't forgive me. I know how you feel about yourself, being a werewolf. How much you've been through, how ashamed you are of being a werewolf. I'm betting you were thinking How Dare I.

Remus: I was, at first. When I looked up and you were already gone, though, I wished I hadn't kicked you out. I hate being alone during the full moon.

Harry: Yeah. I knew you named me godfather, trusting me to always do what was best for Teddy. But.. Seeing you so angry.. It made me think doing what was best for Teddy had caused a rift between us. I also knew.. That the only way you were going to get the nutrients you needed was the same as Teddy, raw meat.

Remus: How long?

Harry: I..

Remus: Please.

Harry: We've been talking for a while, you have about 10 minutes.

Remus: Same advice?

Harry: Yeah. Let your body take over, Remus. It'll be easier for you, and you won't remember. I'll pull you out as soon as you're done.

Remus: I'll try. Can we start early?

Harry: If you want to. Want me to go get the meat?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry left, and Remus tried to prepare himself. He knew he would resist if he didn't do what Harry said. Harry knocked gently.

Remus: Come in, Harry.

Harry entered the room gently with the two pounds of meat in a bowl. Harry set the bowl down on the bedside table. He then went back to the door and closed it and locked it. He added an impenetrable charm to the door and muffling charms to the walls. He picked up the bowl and sat down on the bed in front of Remus, putting the bowl in his lap. Remus was a little scared.

Harry: You scared?

Remus: No.

Harry: Remus..

Remus: Maybe a little..

Harry: Take a few deep breaths..

Remus did.

Harry: Close your eyes.

Remus complied.

Harry: Try to relax, Remus.

Remus tried, trying to think of a happy memory, maybe from Hogwarts as a kid, with James and Sirius. He found one, and focused on it. He was unaware, but could just barely hear Harry. He could feel the bed adjust as Harry tore off a piece of meat. He let his body take over, but tensed up a little. Harry put the meat in Remus's mouth. Harry sensed Remus tense up, but could tell he was trying to focus on another memory.

Harry: Just relax, Remus.

Remus did. Harry tore off another piece. Remus let his body take over and took the meat. He was done with the first pound when he tensed up again. The memory wasn't working anymore. Harry noticed.

Harry: Find another memory, Remus.

Remus searched, and found another. It was short, but better than nothing. He focused on the memory, letting his body take over. He was halfway done with the second pound when he tensed up again. The memory had stopped working. Harry noticed.

Harry: Find another, Remus. I'm almost done, just half a pound left.

Remus nodded and searched for another memory. He couldn't find one. Harry could tell.

Harry: Okay, just keep your eyes closed then.

Remus kept his eyes closed, but wanted to resist.

Harry: Don't, Remus. I know you want to resist, but don't. Just keep your eyes closed and try to relax.

Remus nodded, opening his mouth. Harry put another piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus was close to resisting..

Harry: Just a little longer, Remus.. I'm going as fast as I can..

Remus forced himself to open his mouth again. Harry put another piece an of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus was struggling to keep himself from resisting until..

Remus: Let me stop..

Harry: I can't.. Just a little more..

Remus: I'm disgusting.. I crave it.. I want more.. Let me stop..

Harry: You're not disgusting, Remus.. You don't crave it, your body does.. And you know you don't want more.. Your body does.. Just a little longer..

Tears rolled down Remus's cheeks as he opened his mouth to take more meat. Harry put another piece of meat in Remus's mouth. Remus forced himself to swallow. He had only a quarter pound left when he resisted again..

Remus: Please.. Let me stop.. I hate it.. But.. My body.. Wants more.. Please let me stop.. Harry please..

Harry: I can't, Remus. Just eat.. Please..

Remus's tears fell harder as he forced himself to keep eating. Finally, he was done. Harry levitated the bowl to the kitchen. He then tried to comfort Remus.

Harry: It's over, Remus. You're done, you're done.. I know you hated that, but it's over.. You're okay..

Remus composed himself.

Harry: You okay?

Remus: Yeah. How long till the sun goes down?

Harry: About an hour.

Remus: And if it sets early?

Harry: It won't. You're safe for another hour. You taken the potion today?

Remus: Yeah. Draco wakes up before you, he always brings me and Teddy our potion as soon as he gets up.

Harry: Alright. You nervous?

Remus: Yeah. Is Teddy going to be in the same room as me?

Harry: Neither of you will be in a room. There's plenty of space in the woods behind this place for both of you. But yes, you'll be together. Come on, we need to get you outside. Dad and Sirius will help me get you there and stay with you in animal form. I could stay too, you'll be safe since you've been taking the potion.

Remus: If I bit you I'd never forgive myself.

Harry: You won't. Trust me. I've seen you in that form before, and I'm not scared. I was last time, but that was because I knew you hadn't taken the potion. This time, I know you have. I'm not scared of you. Let me stay.

Remus thought for a moment, then nodded.

Harry: Thanks. I'll go get dad and Sirius. Draco will carry Teddy outside.

Remus nodded. Harry left and came back with James and Sirius. James and Harry put their arms under Remus's shoulders, supporting him. Sirius led them into the forest as Harry tried to comfort Remus. He was in pain.

Harry: Just a little farther, Remus. I know it hurts..

Remus winced..

Remus: Bloody hell, this is going to be a long night. Where's Teddy?

Harry: He'll be here, first we have to get you to the woods.

Remus spoke through gritted teeth..

Remus: Harry..

Harry: I'm here..

Remus: How much farther? Are we even outside yet?

Harry: Yeah, we are. Almost there.

Remus: Alright..

Harry looked to James. James nodded.

Harry: Sirius, you've cleared a path?

Sirius: Yeah. Remus okay?

Harry: He's in a lot of pain.

Sirius: We're almost there.

Harry: Alright.

Soon, Harry and James were inside the woods, still supporting Remus. When they got to the spot already set up, they gently set Remus down on the ground. Harry sat down in front of him.

Harry: Better?

Remus: Little bit.

Just then, Draco joined them. He set Teddy down next to Remus. Teddy was sound asleep.

Remus: He okay?

Draco: Yeah. Just fell asleep. He's fine.

Remus: He's had the potion today?

Draco: Yeah. So have you. You're both safe tonight.

Harry: I'm going to stay with them, my love. I've seen Remus in werewolf form before.

Draco: Okay, my lion.

Harry nodded. Draco left, an Harry moved next to Remus. James and Sirius transformed.

Harry: Nice to see you again, Padfoot.

Sirius nuzzled against Harry.

Harry: Never thought I'd meet you, Prongs.

James laid down next to Remus.

The sun began to set.

Harry: Ready?

Remus: Not really. Never have been.

The sun set, and the moon rised. Remus screamed as he transformed, as did Teddy. They both transformed.

Harry: You okay?

Remus nodded, as did Teddy.

Harry: Sirius, transform back occasionally, to tell me how they're doing. I can't communicate with them right now.

Sirius nodded.

Remus and Teddy curled up and fell asleep under the full moon. Harry, Sirius and James fell asleep next to Remus and Teddy. Harry woke up first as the sun rised, and Remus and Teddy transformed back.

Harry: You guys okay?

Remus: Yeah. Teddy seems okay too.

Harry: We need to wake dad and Sirius up. That way we can get you to the shower, I know you want to take one. After that we can get some real food into you.

Remus: Yeah. Thanks for being here, Harry.

Harry: I have a surprise for you, but you'll have to wait until after you and Teddy recover.

Remus: That, I can handle.

Harry smiled, and woke James and Sirius up.

Harry: Remus and Teddy have transformed back. Sirius, you take Teddy. Dad, you'll help me with Remus. He wants to shower, we need to get him to the bathroom. I'll do the rest.

James: Alright.

Remus weakly got up, but his legs shook violently. He wasn't strong enough, and his legs were about to give out.

Harry: Hang on, we're coming.

Harry and James put their arms under Remus's shoulders, supporting him.

Harry: Better?

Remus: Much. Thanks.

Harry: Anytime. Let's get you upstairs.

Remus nodded, and Harry and James helped Remus to the bathroom. Harry set Remus down on the toilet and went to get a new set of clothes and a towel. He went back to the bathroom. He set the clothes and the towel on the counter.

Harry: Ready?

Remus: Yeah. Time?

Harry: Yeah. Let's get you undressed.

Remus nodded, and took off his shirt. Harry helped him with his trousers and underwear. Harry turned on the water, making sure it wasn't too hot or too cold.

Remus: Water ready?

Harry: Yeah. Since I have to help you I'll have to undress too.

Remus nodded, but Harry left. Remus felt hurt, until Harry returned wearing a swimsuit. Harry saw the hurt expression on Remus's face. He looked like he had been stabbed in the back, betrayed.

Harry: Did you really think I'd leave you like that?

Remus: Sorry.

Harry: It's alright. Let's get you in the shower, yeah?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry put his arm under Remus's shoulder, supporting him.

Harry: Walk a little, just to help me. I'm supporting most of your weight, you won't fall.

Remus hesitated.

Harry: Trust me.

Remus nodded, and took a few steps. He felt fine. Harry helped Remus into the shower. Harry grabbed some body wash and helped Remus wash his body. Then Harry got some shampoo, and helped Remus wash his hair. Harry then helped Remus condition his hair.

Harry: Feel better?

Remus: Much. Can we..

Harry: Wash your body one more time?

Remus: Yeah. I still feel a little..

Harry: Okay. Don't say the word. And yes, we can wash your body again.

Harry helped Remus wash his body again. Remus felt better after that.

Harry: Mentally?

Remus: Now?

Harry: Now.

Remus: Better. I don't fell disgusting anymore, and I feel clean. But very hungry.

Harry laughed at the last part.

Harry: Let's get you out of the shower and dried off, yeah?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry helped Remus out of the shower and helped him dry off. Harry then helped Remus get dressed.

Harry: Better?

Remus: Yeah. Can we go downstairs and eat?

Harry: Of course.

Harry put his arm under Remus's shoulder to help Remus get up and walk.

Harry: Same as before. I'm supporting you, you won't fall. Trust me.

Remus nodded, and walked a little.

Harry: Ready? We're to the steps.

Remus nodded, and Harry helped Remus down the stairs and into the living room. Harry set Remus down gently on the couch, then went upstairs to change into some real clothes. He came back down and sat down next to Remus.

Harry: What do you want to eat?

Remus: Hmm..

Harry: Anything is fine.

Remus: Spaghetti and meatballs?

Harry: Sure. I'll make some.

Remus: Thanks. You don't have to do this.

Harry: I know. I want to.

Harry left, and cooked some Spaghetti and Meatballs and took it to Remus. Remus ate the whole plate and kept it down. He immediately felt stronger.

Harry: Better?

Remus: Much. I'm still hungry, is there any left?

Harry: Yeah. I'll dish you up another plate.

Harry left, and dished Remus up another plate and took it to Remus. Remus, again, ate it all and kept it down.

Harry: Better?

Remus: Much. I'm full.

Harry: That's alright. I have a question.

Remus: Yeah?

Harry: Mind if I join the Marauders?

Remus smiled widely.

Remus: Tell me you're not..

Harry: Check the registry.

Harry handed Remus a piece of paper before transforming. Remus didn't notice, he was busy reading the slip of paper. The Animagus Registry. Remus found Harry's name and read it aloud.

Remus: Harry James Potter, 21, Arctic wolf, lightning scar near left ear, hazel green eyes.

Remus looked up. Harry had already transformed.

Remus: You're stunning.

Harry transformed back.

Harry: Don't tell the others yet. I want it to be a surprise. Just until you recover.

Remus: It says you were 21 when you registered. You're almost 23. You must be pretty good with your wolf body by now.

Harry: Yeah. Shhh.. Sirius is coming.

Remus nodded.

Harry: How do you feel?

Remus: Strong. Is it too early to try to walk on my own?

Harry: Maybe wait for a bit. Maybe after dinner. You just had Spaghetti for breakfast. I should make breakfast for the others. Pancakes, eggs and bacon should be good for the others.

Remus nodded. Harry went to cook. Remus wanted to try to walk, but listened to Harry. He wanted to see Teddy though. He fell asleep on the couch. When he woke up, Harry was next to him, holding his hand. Remus had a blanket covering him, and the lights were dimmed. There was gentle music playing. Harry was perfectly calm, just waiting for Remus. Teddy was next to Harry, asleep. Teddy was snuggling against Harry's shoulder. Harry felt Remus adjust.

Harry: Shhh.. Teddy's still asleep. Whisper.

Remus nodded. Remus and Harry whispered, having a conversation.

Harry: Nightmares?

Remus: None.

Harry: Good. Sleep well? You've been asleep for a few hours. I could tell you wanted Teddy when I checked on you while doing the pancakes. You didn't see me, but after I finished Breakfast I brought Teddy down from his room. You were already asleep. I sat down next to your head and lifted your head up to give you a pillow, and covered you with a blanket. I sat Teddy down next to me. He fell asleep quickly. I covered him with a blanket too. You're both getting stronger already.

Remus: How long until we can walk?

Harry: We can try when Teddy wakes up. I don't want to wake him.

Remus: Any DE attacks since the final battle?

Harry: A few, but we know he's dead. He's out of horcruxes.

Remus: No signs of the Dark Mark?

Harry: A few attacks, but I've checked Severus's left arm. Still faded. We're safe.

Remus: You're absolutely sure?

Harry: Yes.

Remus: Thanks. Pettigrew is really dead?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: Who killed him?

Harry: After Pettigrew cut off his hand You-Know-Who replaced it with a magical silver one. He was about to kill me when I reminded him I saved his life a few years before. He hesitated, and his artificial hand killed him.

Remus: So.. He protected you? In the end?

Harry: Tried to. Dobby died that day though. That was actually the day you named me godfather. I spent weeks preparing for the Gringotts break in.

Remus: You broke into Gringotts?

Harry: Yeah. Bellatrix Lestrange's vault. She was hiding a horcrux in there. Obviously she didn't know what it was, but You-Know-Who asked her to keep it safe. We needed it.

Remus: What was it?

Harry: Cup of Helga Hufflepuff.

Remus: You destroyed it?

Harry: I had no choice. Locket of Salazar Slytherin and Diadem of Rowena Ravenclaw were destroyed too, also horcruxes. Nagini was one too, as was I. Diary of Tom Riddle was one too. Ring of Marvolo Gaunt was one too.

Remus: Order? Of creation, I mean.

Harry: The Diary, The Ring, The Cup, The Locket, The Diadem, Nagini, Me.

Remus: All destroyed?

Harry: Every one.

Remus: You're sure he's dead?

Harry: Positive.

Remus: He didn't have a kid? Just in case?

Harry: No. All Death Eaters would know if he had. I've asked Draco and Severus. He never had a child.

Remus: Okay. Teddy's starting to wake.

Remus whispered this as Teddy started to stir.

Teddy: Uncle Harry, is daddy awake?

Harry: He is. I think you guys are strong enough to try to walk on your own. Just be sure if you need help to ask. I'm here.

Teddy: Okay.

Teddy gingerly stood. His legs shook slightly for a moment, before steadying. Remus's legs shook for a bit longer than Teddy's but Remus's legs stabilized too. They both took a few steps, regaining strength. Soon, they could both walk normally without help, even run.

Harry: Good. Remus, time for the you know what. I'll gather everyone. If we're going to do this we have to be outside.

Remus nodded, and Harry left to gather the others. Remus and Teddy went outside.

Harry: My love.

Draco: My lion. Time?

Harry: Yeah. You first?

Draco: Yep.

Draco transformed into a large dragon. A Hungarian Horntail. Grey eyes, and bright gold scales traveling from his head all the way down to his tail. Harry transformed next. An Arctic Wolf, lightning scar near the left ear, hazel green eyes. Just like his mother's, but in a wolf shape. Harry and Draco were Animagi. Even Remus was shocked. He had been searching for Harry's name on the paper, and didn't even notice Draco's. James and Sirius were shocked too. Draco and Harry transformed back into their human forms.

Remus: Wow. Both of you are stunning.

Harry: Thanks. Sorry I didn't tell you about Draco, Remus. Had to leave at least one of us a surprise. I asked Remus if I could join the Marauders, because I knew he would know what that was code for.

James: Let's see you fly, Draco.

Draco nodded, and transformed. He kicked off from the ground and gently flapped his wings. Soon, he was high above the ground, soaring over trees and buildings. He then landed and transformed back.

Draco: I missed that. We haven't had time to transform this week, we've been so busy since the others came back.

Harry: I know. But it was worth the wait. The course set up?

Draco: Of course.

Harry: Into the woods we go, then. Remus, Teddy, will you be okay going in?

Remus: Yeah.

Teddy: Yeah.

Harry went in. The others followed Harry to an already set up obstacle course. Harry transformed and ran it over and over flawlessly until he was tired. He transformed back, and walked with the others back to the house.

Harry: That was fun. Sirius, we should race sometime. Also, Remus, sorry I wasn't in animal form last night. Wanted it to be a complete surprise, and for you to see it on a good day.

Remus: It's fine. Let's head inside?

Harry: Yeah. We should wait a couple days before apparating to my house. Just want to be sure you and Teddy are strong enough to apparate.

Remus nodded, and Harry led everyone inside.

Harry: So.. Can we join the Marauders?

Remus nodded, as did James and Sirius.

Harry: Good, because we need to update that map. When me and Draco worked with the others to repair the castle, we added a few more secret tunnels and dug out the sealed ones.

Remus: Ah. Did the others help with the tunnels?

Harry: No. Me and Draco did it on our own.

Remus: Well, do you have the map?

Harry: Sure do.

Harry pulled it out and tapped it with his wand.

Harry: I solemnly swear that I am up to no good.

The map opened. Harry added a passageway from each House's Common Room to the Kitchens. He also added a tunnel from the Whomping Willow to a house in Hogsmead. Remus questioned this.

Remus: Harry, what's that one?

Remus asked this as Harry added it. The tunnel split away from the Shrieking Shack and to a completely different house. Harry labeled the house the "Potter House." Remus suddenly understood.

Remus: Your cottage?

Harry: Yep. When the tunnel splits in two take the right. It'll lead you straight to my basement. I set up a space for you and Teddy there before I came home and traveled back to Hogwarts through the tunnel. Sirius has the room next to yours, and Dad and Mom's room is across the hall from mine. There's only five bedrooms upstairs, and I need to save two for the nurseries.

Remus: Alright. Androeama approved of Teddy moving in with us?

Harry: Yeah. He's your son.

Remus: I appreciate all of this.

Harry: There's space behind the cottage, I wanted it to be remote, towards the edge of Hogsmead. There's no other houses for several acres, and there's a forest behind the cottage for your transformations. Draco and I have a workspace for our work, split in two. An area for potions, and two desks. One for him and one for me. That's in the basement too. There are four bedrooms in the basement. One is yours, one is Teddy's, and one is Sirius's. It's never cold down there, I keep it well insulated so it doesn't get cold. No windows, sorry.

Remus: It's alright.

Harry: Severus, do you have a place to stay?

Snape: I checked. My house was sold after I died. And my vault at Gringotts is locked closed until an heir comes forward.

Harry: I have connections there, I can get your vault unlocked. You have your key?

Snape: Of course. What about my house?

Harry: I can't get that back, but you can move in with us. We have plenty of bedrooms. Sirius, Regulus can stay too.

Regulus: Really?

Harry: Really. I'm betting you don't want to go back to Grimmauld Place either.

Regulus: Not really.

Harry: Severus, you have the last room in the basement. The other two upstairs are the nurseries. One next to mum's room and one next to mine. My child will be in the room next to mine, and my sibling will be in the room next to mum's.

Everyone nodded in agreement. Everyone had a home now.

Harry: Draco, do you think Remus and Teddy are strong enough to apparate yet? You're a healer, you'd know.

Draco: They should be, but we should wait until tomorrow just to be safe.

Harru: Alright.

Draco: You know.. We could always take a ride.

Harry: What? No. Not safe.

Draco: You've done it before.

Harry: That's different! It's not safe for Teddy! He's a kid, he can't do that yet!

Teddy put his hands over his ears, he was scared. He was shaking and crying.

Teddy: Stop fighting!

Harry looked to Teddy, who was still shaking and crying with his head between his knees and his hands covering his ears. Harry went to comfort him.

Harry: I'm sorry, Teddy. We didn't mean to scare you.

Harry rubbed Teddy's back and sang Teddy's favorite lullaby until Teddy was calm.

Harry: I'm so sorry, Teddy. I didn't mean to scare you. Are you okay?

Teddy: I am now. I think Daddy's mad though.

Harry turned to Remus. He looked angry.

Harry: Remus.. Calm down. Please.

Remus took a few deep breaths and looked to Teddy, who was suddenly scared Remus was going to shout too. Teddy had prepared himself, his head was between his knees again with his hands covering his ears. His eyes were shut tight, almost like he was expecting spells to be thrown.

Harry: Remus, you're scaring Teddy again. Don't shout in front of him like I did. I made a mistake, Remus. Me and Draco are fine, and I've calmed down Teddy.

Remus nodded, and took a moment to compose himself. To calm down. He and Harry then went to Teddy.

Harry: Daddy is calm again, Teddy. You're safe. I'm sorry, I didn't mean to scare you when I argued with Uncle Draco.

Teddy: It's okay. Are you and Daddy going to argue?

Harry: No. I calmed him down. I was arguing with Uncle Draco because he wanted to do something that would put your safety at risk.

Teddy: What was it?

Harry: Draco was suggesting that we ride him to our house.

Remus: Teddy should be perfectly safe as long as we're riding with him. I don't see why we can't do that. Has he ever ridden Draco before?

Harry: No. I have, but he hasn't. I'm sorry we fought, Draco, my love. I was being a little overprotective, wasn't I?

Draco: Just a little. So? Ride?

Harry: Remus, you and Tonks don't have much, no one here does because we don't live here, just Teddy. Teddy, go upstairs and pack. Pack as many toys as you want, as long as you've packed your workbooks and pencils first. Pack your coloring book and your sketchbook too, and your art set. Don't forget your clothes.

Teddy: How about you pack?

Harry: Good idea. Why didn't I think of that? Severus, you'll floo to my house with Teddy's bags. Just say Potter Cottage into the fireplace when you step in and use the floo powder.

Snape: Okay.

Harry went upstairs and packed for Teddy. He returned with three bags. Snape flooed to Harry's house with them and returned.

Harry: The bags?

Snape: In Teddy's room. Ready to go?

Harry: Just about. Head outside and transform, Draco. You sure you can fly this far without stopping?

Draco: I'm sure, my lion.

Draco went outside and transformed. Harry helped Remus onto Draco's back. Harry then picked up Teddy and set him in front of Remus so Remus could make sure Teddy didn't fall. Harry was in front of Teddy. Tonks was behind Remus, James and Lily behind Tonks, and finally, Snape behind Lily. Draco took off. Within an hour, they had landed in Harry's backyard. Everyone got off.

Harry: Everyone okay?

Remus: Yeah. We're all fine. Is Draco alright?

Harry: He'll be fine. He flown longer distances before, he just usually stops for breaks.

Draco transformed back, panting.

Harry: Remus, go inside and open the fridge. Get a bottle of water and three chocolate bars.

Remus nodded, and left. He returned with exactly what Harry asked for, but with an extra chocolate bar for good measure. Harry turned around. Remus was expecting to be yelled at, but was surprised when..

Harry: Thank you. There's an extra here, just in case. I'm glad you thought ahead.

Remus nodded, trying to calm himself before Harry noticed Remus was afraid. Too late.

Harry gave everything to Draco and apparated away. He apparated to Number Four, Privet Drive. No one would look for him there. Harry went across the street to the park and sat on the swings.

Harry: My anger gets in the way of everything. Even Remus is scared of me now, and he's one of the bravest men I've ever known. Right next to Sirius, dad, Dumbledore and Severus.

Harry spoke to himself quietly. He had his cloak. He saw Remus. Remus had apparated. Harry slipped under his cloak.

Remus: Harry?

Harry held his breath. Remus didn't leave, he could sense someone there.

Remus: You're under the cloak, I know you are. I just want to talk. Please.

Harry took off his cloak and transformed, running into the forest. Remus followed.

I need time, Remus. Just leave me alone, you're already afraid of me. Harry thought to himself, running faster with every minute before transforming back and apparating to the Three Broomsticks. He entered the building and sat down at the bar.

Harry: My usual, please.

The bartender nodded and gave Harry a Butterbeer.

Bartender: Troubles with the family?

Harry took a drink and set the Butterbeer down.

Harry: You could say that.

Remus entered. Harry quickly finished his drink.

Harry: Bloody hell, will he ever leave me alone?

Harry paid the bartender and slipped under his cloak and out of the building. He headed to Hogwarts. He entered the castle and went straight to the Library.

Harry: Remus won't find me here.

Meanwhile, in Hogsmead..

Remus: It's like he's running away from me. Map time.

Remus pulled out the map, thinking his last hope was Hogwarts. He touched the tip of his wand to the paper..

Remus: I solemnly swear that I am up to no good.

The map opened. Remus searched for Harry. There he was, hiding out in the library. Remus closed the map and started walking towards Hogwarts. Within 30 minutes, Remus was in the library. Harry couldn't apparate here, Harry was stuck until he made it off of the grounds. Remus wasn't going to let that happen. Remus was determined to talk to Harry. Harry saw Remus and sprinted toward the door. Remus caught the draft and grabbed Harry's cloak.

Harry: I need to be alone, Remus.

Remus: I'm not leaving.

Harry: And I'm not staying. Give me my cloak.

Remus sighed, but handed it over. Harry put it on and made it off of the grounds. Harry apparated back to the park and sat on the swings again. Remus followed, and gently pulled Harry's cloak off. Remus spoke gently..

Remus: I'm not leaving until you talk to me.

Harry: I don't want to see you right now. If you want to help me, get Draco.

Remus spoke again, more sternly. But still gently.

Remus: I'm not leaving until you talk to me.

Harry: And I said I don't want to see you!

Remus flinched.

Harry: And that's exactly why.

Harry apparated back to The Three Broomsticks.

Harry: Shot of Firewhiskey, please.

The bartender nodded.

Bartender: I'm guessing you left because of the guy who apparated in here right after you did?

Harry: Yeah. I have anger issues, and he's one of the bravest men I've ever known. But.. He's scared of me now. And I want to go home but he's moved in with me. I just need some time. Maybe he won't check the Leaky Cauldron.

Bartender: Maybe.

Harry finished his drink and paid, before apparating to The Leaky Cauldron. He got a room and tried to sleep. He couldn't, so he went downstairs to the bar.

Harry: Butterbeer.

The bartender nodded, and got Harry a Butterbeer. Remus entered.

Harry: Bloody hell, Remus. How are you finding me so fast?

Remus: Don't know.

Harry: I think I'll go back to one of my campsites. The drink is yours.

Harry apparated to The Forest of Dean, and settled himself beneath a tree. Remus didn't find Harry, so he went back.

Remus: Found him a few times, but he kept running away. Said he was going back to one of his campsites. I'm assuming he meant the ones he went to while hunting Horcruxes.

Sirius: But we don't know where any of them are.

Remus: I know. He said he needed time away from me, that if I want to help I should get Draco. I didn't listen, I refused to leave. He yelled at me that he didn't want to see me. When I flinched.. He told me that's exactly why he didn't want to see me. I think he thinks.. I'm scared of him.

Sirius: But you're not.

Remus: But he doesn't know that. That's not what he saw when I came back from getting the chocolate and water, what he saw when I flinched when he yelled at me. He saw the fear in me. He didn't see anything else. He's under the impression that his anger ruins everything. He saw first hand when he scared Teddy how out of control he can get. He's running.

Sirius: So what do we do?

Remus: Owl Hermione. She'll know the campsites. We'll split up and check each one. I should stay away. Or he'll run again.

Sirius nodded. He owled Hermione and got a response with a list of all the campsites, and Hermione check marked the ones Harry seemed to like. The first check was on the Forest of Dean. Draco and Remus headed there and found Harry quickly. Remus was under a dillusionment charm so Harry wouldn't notice him.

Draco: Harry?

Harry: Draco.

Draco: Remus is worried.

Harry: No he's not. He's scared of me. One of the bravest men I've ever met is scared of me and my damn anger. If I could get my bloody temper under control I wouldn't be here!

Draco: Harry..

Harry: Is he searching too?

Harry snapped at Draco.

Draco: No. He chose to stay behind because he thought you would run away again if he found you.

Harry: And I would have. He's the last person I want to see right now.

Draco: Then you won't like me.

Harry: You brought him here? Is there anywhere where he won't find me?

Draco: No. He's determined to talk to you.

Harry: And I don't want to see him! He's bloody scared of me! And I'm proving why! I need to get out of here.

Harry apparated back to the park across the street from Number Four Privet Drive and slipped on the cloak.

Harry was deep in his thoughts when he felt a draft. His cloak had been pulled off of him. He turned around, expecting Remus. But it wasn't Remus. It was Snape.

Snape: Why are you back here? This is where

Harry: I know! I know this is where Dudley beat me, okay? That's why I come here. Because I usually think it's the last place anyone is going to look. Except I know Remus is going to look for me here. He's found me here twice already. I need space. But he's chasing me. I just wish I could control my bloody temper! I scare him, he's scared of me!

Remus: I'm not.

He removed the dillusionment charm.

Harry: Yeah, you are. Don't deny it. And stop chasing me. If I want to see you, if I want to talk, I'll tell you. For now, leave me the bloody hell alone.

Remus: No. Incarcerous!

Harry was tied up. He over balanced and fell.

Harry: Bloody hell, that's extreme. Finite!

The ropes released Harry.

Harry: Petrificus Totales!

Remus froze. Harry disapparated. He went back to the Three Broomsticks.

Harry: I'll have another Firewhiskey.

The bartender nodded, and filled a shot glass for Harry. Harry downed it in five seconds.

Harry: Hit me.

The bartender refilled Harry's drink. Harry kept drinking until Remus entered. Harry had dranken ten-ish shots of Firewhiskey when Remus found him.

Remus: You're drunk.

Harry: I'm not. I've only had five shots. I'm tipsy, at the most. Strong enough to apparate.

Harry lied.

Remus: Don't run again. Please.

Harry: And why should I stay? So you can flinch the second I raise my hand, or raise my voice? So you can get scared when you make a mistake or plan ahead without my permission? No. I'm not staying if that's all you've got to give. I'm done. My anger is just not fit for family.

Harry solemnly apparated away, with no destination. He ended up at his cottage. He had a track in the forest of his backyard too. Just like the one ate Androeama's house.

Harry: Oh, come on!

Harry apparated again, with no destination. He didn't move. Apparently that was where his heart wanted to be at that time. Remus joined Harry. Harry transformed and ran as fast as he could into the woods. He ran his track until he was too weak to continue. Then he forced himself to keep going. He tripped on a rock and felt his left front leg snap. He didn't care. He kept going until he was so weak he couldn't even stand. He then transformed back and summoned five chocolate bars. He ate them all and settled under a tree. He felt better physically, but not mentally. Sure, he wanted to talk to Remus. But he didn't want to scare Remus. Remus found Harry's pawprints and followed them to the track. He found Harry laying under a tree. He laid down next to Harry.

Remus: If you don't want to talk to me, why are you here?

Harry: Because I apparated away with no destination in my head. I ended up here. I know it was dangerous and I could've been splinched, but I didn't care at the time. I even tried again, and didn't go anywhere else. I just.. I can't stand it. You're afraid of me, just like Voldemort was. You just won't say it. You're scared I'm going to yell at you, or fire a spell, or hit you. After everything. After I fed you, bathed you, took care of you. And you're just scared of me. I forced myself to go back to Privet Drive, the last place I'd want to go to. Just to get away, to clear my head. But you followed.

Remus: I'm not scared of you.

Harry: Then why were you afraid I would yell at you when you brought four chocolate bars instead of three? Why did you flinch when I snapped at you?

Remus: I don't know.

Remus grabbed Harry's hand. Harry pulled away.

Harry: Don't. My anger runs everything. I just got everyone back and I'm already ruining everything again. The more I care the more it hurts to lose everyone. And.. I'm already losing you.

Remus: You're not. I'm sorry I flinched. I don't know why. I'm not scared of you.

Harry: Get a drink with me?

Remus: Sure. Three Broomsticks?

Harry: Yeah. Apparate or walk?

Remus: Up to you.

Harry: Let's walk. We can talk on the way.

Remus: I'm sorry.

Harry: Me too.

Remus: You alright?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: You really went back just to get away from me?

Harry: Yeah. I figured Privet Drive is the last place anyone would look. I was wrong. It was the first place you looked.

Remus: I'm sorry. I should have realized you needed to be away from me for a bit.

Harry: It's alright. I'm sorry I kept running. I should have realized you just wanted to talk. I just felt so..

Remus: Hurt? Betrayed?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: We're here.

Harry looked up. They were indeed at the Three Broomsticks. They went inside.

Harry: My usual.

Remus: Whatever he's having.

The bartender slid two bottles of Butterbeer to them.

Bartender: Getting along, now?

Harry: Now's not a good time.

The bartender shrugged and walked away.

Remus: Didn't know Butterbeer was your usual. Figured it was Firewhiskey because of earlier.

Harry: No. I only drink Firewhiskey in.. Really bad moments. Every bar I've ever been to knows my usual. Even the one at the Leaky Cauldron, and I don't go there very often.

Remus: So you prefer Butterbeer?

Harry: Yeah. I only drink the stronger stuff when I really need to drown my sorrows.

Remus: Ah. You really only had five shots before I found you?

Harry: No. I lied. I had at least ten before you found me. I have no idea how you found me so fast when I went to the Forest of Dean.

Remus: I told Sirius to owl Hermione. Draco managed to convince me to come along.

Harry: Sorry I flipped out on you guys.

Remus: It's alright. You alright?

Harry: Been better.

Remus: Likewise.

Harry: Mind if I get one shot?

Remus: Of course not.

Harry: Shot of Firewhiskey please.

Bartender: Sure.

The bartender placed a shot glass in front of Harry and filled it with Firewhiskey. Harry downed it in five seconds before drowning it out with a few drinks of Butterbeer.

Remus: Better?

Harry: Much. Ready to head back?

Remus: Just about. I'll cover the bill.

Harry: Don't worry about it. I'll do it.

Remus: Alright.

Harry put the amount he and Remus owed on the counter before taking Remus's hand and apparating back to the cottage.

Sirius rushed out of the house and hugged Harry close.

Sirius: Are you okay? You hurt?

Harry: No, I'm fine. Really, Sirius.

Sirius nodded.

Harry: Can I see Teddy?

Remus nodded and went to get Teddy.

Teddy: You okay, Uncle Harry?

Harry: Yeah. How are you feeling?

Teddy: I'm okay. Hungry though.

Harry: Yeah, it is about dinner time.

Harry went in and cooked dinner. After that everyone went to their rooms except Harry, Sirius, James, Lily, Remus and Draco.

Harry: Quidditch? Three on three? In the morning I mean.

Sirius: How about four on four? Teddy can watch.

Harry: Sure.

Sirius: James can be seeker for the other team. You'll be seeker. Me and Reg can be keepers. Everyone else will be chasers. That would be Lily, Snape, Remus, and Draco. I don't think Tonks will want to play.

Harry: Yeah. I'm sorry I kept running.

Remus: It's okay.

Harry: Draco, can you look at my left arm? I think I did something to it while running my track.

Draco: Sure.

Draco checked Harry's arm over.

Draco: Broken. I can heal that easily, but it won't be painless.

Harry nodded. He screamed as Draco fixed his arm.

Harry: Bloody hell, that hurt.

Remus looked up at the sky. Harry followed Remus's gaze. The Dark Mark.

Harry: I'll get Teddy to the panic room! Everyone else, wands out!

Harry went to the basement and pulled Teddy put of his room and into the panic room. He then went back upstairs.

Harry: Wands out!

Everyone listened. The Dark Mark stood high and proud over Harry's home. Dumbledore apparated into the yard.

Dumbledore: Is everyone okay?

Harry: So far. Get your wand out, Albus.

Dumbledore obeyed. Lucius Malfoy apparated into Harry's yard. Harry stepped forward.

Harry: Lucius.

Malfoy: Potter.

Harry: Protego Maxima.

Malfoy: Crucio!

Harry collapsed, screaming.

Remus: Harry!

Harry: Stay.. Back.. Remus..

Harry continued screaming until Malfoy let up. Harry got up weakly.

Harry: Revenge, Malfoy?

Malfoy: You could say that. You killed the Dark Lord.

Harry: Sure did. I could kill you too, if I wanted. Draco could care less.

Malfoy: Draco is here?

Harry: Of course he's here, you idiot. He's my husband, and we live together.

Malfoy: Crucio!

Draco jumped in front of Harry, taking the curse. Draco screamed and passed out. Malfoy let up.

Malfoy: Draco.

Harry: Don't you speak to him. How dare you talk to him.

Malfoy raised his wand to Harry and fired the Cruciatus Curse again. It was Teddy who took it that time.

Harry: Teddy! You were supposed to stay inside!

Teddy screamed. Harry raised his wand at Malfoy. Teddy kept screaming until he passed out from the pain.

Harry: Stuperfy!

Malfoy was stunned and let up on Teddy.

Harry: You attacking me is fine. But you dare touch my Godson! Avadaka..

Remus: Harry, no!

Harry: He used the Cruciatus Curse on Teddy! I want him dead!

Remus: Don't! You'll be sent to Azkaban!

Harry: Fine!

Harry called in the Aurors. They took Malfoy away. Teddy was unconscious.

Harry: Teddy! Teddy, wake up!

Remus cried softly. Harry checked for a pulse.

Harry: He'll be fine. He's got a pulse, he's just passed out. He was in the panic room! It must've been accidental magic, he was probably scared.

Remus: You're sure he's okay?

Harry: I think so, but I'm not positive due to the fact that I'm not a healer. Draco is unconscious too, so I can't be sure right now.

Harry pointed his wand at Teddy's chest. Remus started toward Harry.

Harry: Relax, Remus. I'm not going to hurt Teddy.

Harry turned back to Teddy, his wand still pointed at Teddy's chest.

Harry: Rennevate.

Teddy took a sharp inhale. Harry revived Draco too.

Harry: How do you feel, Teddy?

Teddy: Sore all over.. I'm sorry I took the curse..

Harry: It's okay. Let's get you inside.

Harry tried to pick Teddy up, but was too weak from the Cruciatus Curse. So Remus picked Teddy up. Sirius helped Draco inside. James tried to help Harry, but Harry shrugged him off. Harry walked inside on his own.

Harry: Remus, get 10 chocolate bars from the fridge. Split them between Teddy and Draco.

Remus: What about you? You got hit too.

Harry rolled his eyes. Leave it to everyone but Harry to worry about Harry.

Harry: Then grab 15.

Remus left and came back with 15 chocolate bars. He gave Harry, Draco, and Teddy 5 each. They all ate them and felt better.

Harry: Better. Not let's get that Dark Mark reversed. I'm not letting that stay above my house.

Harry went outside and countered the Dark Mark. It disappeared.

The weeks passed, and it was the week before the full moon again.

Harry grabbed the raw meat and headed upstairs. He knocked on the door gently.

Remus: Come in, Harry.

Harry entered the room gently with the bowl in his hand.

Remus: Time?

Harry: Yeah. Disassociate, Remus.

Remus: I'll try.

Harry tore off a piece of meat.

Harry: Close your eyes.

Remus complied.

Harry: Take a few deep breaths, and find a happy memory. Happy enough for a patronus.

Remus, again, complied.

Harry: Focus on that memory for as long as you can, and let your body take over.

Remus complied. He let his body take over. He opened his mouth. Harry put the meat in Remus's mouth. Remus took it. He got through the pound without resisting.

Harry: We're done, Remus. The pound is gone, you can come back now.

Remus heard Harry and opened his eyes.

Remus: Did I resist?

Harry: No. You let your body take over completely.

Remus nodded.

Remus: How's Teddy?

Harry: He's good. I have news.

Remus: Is it about the baby?

Harry: It is. We got our first ultrasound today. We're not having just one child. We're having twins.

Remus: What?

Harry: Yeah. Twins. We don't know the genders yet.

Remus: Congrats.

Harry: And guess who's the other Godfather?

Remus: Sirius?

Harry: Or you. I'm still debating it. Draco wants you to be Godfather. I can't decide between the two of you.

Remus: Make Sirius godfather.

Harry: You sure?

Remus: Yeah. I already have a son, and a god child on the way.

Harry: Well.. I want you to be godfather.

Remus: Well then, I have no choice but to accept. Do the others know?

Harry: Not yet. Only me, you, Draco and Ginny. And Luna. Ginny is godmother for the other child too, given that she's the biological mother.

Remus: Yeah. You excited?

Harry: Very.

Remus: Term starts next week.

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: And your birthday is on the full moon. I'm sorry.

Harry: Don't be.

Remus: You okay?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: Talk to me. Is it Voldemort?

Harry sighed, but opened up.

Harry: No, it's not Voldemort.

Remus: What is it?

Harry: Minerva wants to retire. And.. She wants me to be headmaster.

Remus: Leave your job as an Auror? Do you want to take it?

Harry: Well.. I talked to my boss. He said I can still be an Auror on the side if I want to take the job.

Remus: And I'm guessing you want advice?

Harry: Yeah.

Remus: I think you should take it.

Harry: Really?

Remus: Really.

Harry: Then I'll take it.

Remus: Congratulations!

Harry: I need to owl Minerva.

Remus: You sure do.

Harry grabbed a piece of parchment and wrote to Mcgonagall. He also wrote a letter to his boss.

Harry: Hedwig!

Hedwig flew through the door. Harry attached his letters to Hedwig's legs. Hedwig flew off.

Harry: Looks like I'm headmaster now.

Remus: Congratulations.

Harry: Thanks.

The week passed by in a blur. Soon, it was start of term at Hogwarts.

Harry went up to Remus's room.

Harry: Think you're strong enough to get to Hogwarts?

Remus: Yeah.

Harry: Alright. Your trunks are already in your office. As are mine and everyone else's.

Remus: Alright. Secret tunnel?

Harry: Yeah. Quickest way.

Harry and the others traveled down the passage way. Harry froze the Whomping Willow. Everyone entered the castle and settled themselves at the staff table. Many kids had come to Hogwarts, not just first years. Harry had published in the Daily Prophet that Hogwarts was finally repaired and accepting students again. Hagrid led the students into the Great Hall for the sortings. Once all students were sorted and in their seats, Harry stood up.

Harry: Please do not judge me, this is my first year as Headmaster.

The students nodded.

Harry: For those of you who do not recognize me, I am Harry Potter. I do believe you were under the impression that Minerva Mcgonagall would be headmistress. She has decided to retire, and asked me to be Headmaster. I gladly accepted. There are many staffing changes this year. We are please to welcome back Professor Remus Lupin, who is resuming his post as Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher. Professor Neville Longbottom is your Herbology teacher. Professor Sirius Black will be handling Potions. My father, James Potter, will be Quidditch coach, also giving Flying Lessons. Professor Lily Potter will be taking Transfiguration. Draco Malfoy will be the school nurse. All other posts have stayed the same.

All new teachers stood and nodded a little.

Harry: Now. I believe, it is time for our great feast.

Harry waved his hand the way Dumbledore would. The feast appeared. Harry's scar prickled slightly. He reached up and touched his scar instinctively. Remus, Sirius, James and Lily all cocked their heads worriedly at him. Harry signalled Neville using Darkhand. Neville responded in the same way.

Scar. Prickled. I need to speak with Sirius, Remus, my dad, my mum, Draco and Hagrid in my office immediately. Harry signed to Neville.

I'll let everyone know. Neville signed back.

Harry nodded. He started walking to his office. The Gargoyle recognized him immediately as the new headmaster and asked what the password should be.

Harry: Family first.

Harry answered.

The Gargoyle nodded. Harry didn't go through. He waited for the others and they all went up together. Harry closed and locked the door gently.

Harry: Draco. I hate to ask this, but I need to see your left arm.

Draco nodded and pulled up his sleeve. Harry's eyes glimmered for a moment. The Dark Mark. Black, and burning. Draco winced slightly.

Harry: I need to speak to Dumbledore.

Harry stepped into his fireplace and flooed to Hogs Head. He went upstairs and knocked. Dumbledore answered.

Harry: Albus. We need to talk. Alone.

Dumbledore nodded and stepped out. Harry led Dumbledore downstairs and flooed with him back to his office.

Harry: The Sorcerer's Stone.

Dumbledore: That was destroyed.

Harry: There's a second, am I wrong?

Dumbledore: No.

Harry: Where is it?

Dumbledore: Why?

Because I think he's back. Again. Harry said in Parseltounge.

Dumbledore: Parseltounge.

Harry: Yes.

Dumbledore: But that should have gone away when you killed Voldemort.

Harry: No. It's genetic. Parseltounge has been in the family for generations, but it sometimes skips generations. My scar prickled this morning though, and Draco's mark is black and it burned.

Dumbledore: He must be back again. He must've found the stone.

Harry: I need to know where it was hidden, Albus. So I can destroy it, hopefully destroying him in the process.

Dumbledore: Is it possible he has more Horcruxes?

Harry: It is, but I doubt it.

Dumbledore: Order?

Harry: Not yet, I want to see if destroying the Stone kills him first. If not, then yes. We gather the Order for a third war.

Dumbledore nodded and told Harry where the stone was. Harry went and got it. He destroyed it. He then went straight to Draco.

Harry: Arm?

Draco raised his sleeve. The mark was fading again.

Harry: Hopefully he's truly dead this time.

Draco nodded. They returned to Dumbledore.

Harry: Stone is destroyed. Draco's Dark Mark has faded again.

Dumbledore: I'm hoping he's really dead this time.

Harry: Me too.

Dumbledore left. Harry told the others everything.

The months passed in a blur. Harry was in the St. Mungo's delivery room with Ginny, Draco and Luna. His twins were finally being born.

Ginny pushed with all her might. A beautiful baby girl with red hair and green eyes cried out. Another child came next. Black hair and hazel eyes. A boy. The pair looked just like Harry's parents.

Harry: They're beautiful. I already love them so much.

Ginny: I'll still get to see them, right?

Harry: Of course. They're your Godchildren.

Ginny: True.

The healers made sure Ginny was alright before performing checkups on the babies. The babies were perfectly healthy. Harry named them.

Harry: The boy.. Remus Lupin Potter. The girl.. Lily Luna Potter.

Ginny agreed with the names, as did Draco and Luna.

Harry: This would never have been possible without you, Ginny. I can't thank you enough. Well, Lily should meet her godfather. As should Remus.

Harry brought Remus and Snape in.

Harry: Severus, your Goddaughter. Lily Luna Potter. Remus, your Godson. Remus Lupin Potter.

Remus: You named him after me?

Harry: Sure did. How's mum?

Remus: She's good, hasn't given birth to Primrose yet.

Harry: Update me?

Remus: As soon as your sister is born.

Harry: Thanks.

Lily gave birth to a beautiful baby girl and named her Primrose Olivia Potter. The years passed, and it was Remus and Lily's first year at Hogwarts.

Harry: You guys nervous?

Lily Luna: Very.

Remus Lupin: Not really.

Harry: One more game before we head out?

Remus Lupin: Sure.

Harry: Great. You make one hell of a seeker.

Remus Lupin: Really?

Harry: I wouldn't be saying it if it weren't true. Grandpa James will be so proud of you.

Lily Luna: Hey! What about my Chaser skills?

Harry: Calm down, Lily. You're very good at Quidditch too.

Remus Lupin: Dad, what if I am put in Slytherin?

Harry: Remus. Your Uncle Severus is a Slytherin. So is Daddy Draco. And they're two of the bravest men I've ever met.

Remus Lupin: But just say that I am.

Harry: Then Slytherin house will have gained a wonderful, young wizard. But if it really means that much to you, you can choose Gryffindor. The Sorting Hat takes your choice into account.

Remus Lupin: Really?

Harry: Really.

So, as it turned out, Remus Lupin Potter and Lily Luna Potter were both sorted into Gryffindor. Teddy was sorted into Hufflepuff six years before. Primrose was also sorted into Gryffindor. Voldemort did not come back again, and everyone was okay after that.

The end.