"I sold my soul to the devil, and ill never get it back." Say Goodbye to Hollywood, by Eminem.
Warning: This is SLASH! You know what that is, right? Men (and boys) with other men(and boys)
Disclaimer: I own everything!!!! Hahahaha! Don't sue me! I'm just a kid! *starts to cry*
No OoTP Spoilers, as I wrote this before the book came out.
Silent Mourning
Part 1: Lovers.
A strong wind blew that afternoon, but neither man noticed. They were far too wrapped up in each other to pay attention to the weather.
"It's time" a sadden James Potter muttered, still holding on to his partner. Lucius Malfoy nodded, trying his hardest not to cry. They couldn't be together any longer, it just wasn't safe. James was to marry Lily Evans in a week, and Lucius to marry Narcissa in a month. Neither couple loved each other like they should have, but it was to keep everyone safer. James untangled his body from his lovers, and walked away, leaving his mate to cry over his lost love.
Almost a year later, Lucius received a letter from James Potter.
Dear Lucius,
It has been awhile, hasn't it? Well, I heard about your son, and decided to send you a note of congrats. Draco, correct? Latin for "Dragon".
Lucius smiled. 'He remembered'
Lily and I have a son of our own, Harold James Lucius Potter, named after you, of course. Lily suggested it, and I agreed.
Take care of yourself,
James R. Potter
Lucius reread the letter, before tossing it into the fire. Sadly, he stood and headed for the nursery, where his baby boy slept. Picking him up, he kissed his Draco's pale forehead, and smiled.
"Hey, my Little Dragon. Welcome to the family, remember that you're a Malfoy, and us Malfoys rule the world. I love you, little one. And for your middle name, I've decided. You are now Draco Lucius Rolin Malfoy, my Little Dragon." He cradled the infant in his arms, and hugged him tightly, before returning his child to his crib, and walking off, turning around to smile at him.
Another year has passed, and Lucius receives yet another owl. This one was a sad one, reporting 2 deaths.
Dear Lucius,
I am thrilled to inform you that James and Lily Potter have passed. Their son, Harry is still alive, and some how destroyed our Lord. Harry has been sent to Lily's relatives, since Sirius Black is being sent to Azkaban.
Avery
Lucius shook his head, muttering 'no' over and over again. His lover was gone. Dead as in never to return. He folded up this letter, and placed it in a drawer, as he heard a scream. It was his precious baby boy, Draco. Sadly, he left to get his child, and to rescue him from the house elves.
'I miss you, James.' Lucius thought to himself, and picked up his son. The younger Malfoy smiled at his father, which was returned.
"Come, young Draco. Let's get you changed." He did so, and set the boy down to roam his office as Lucius put his head in his hands, and cried.
For the next few years, Draco was raised partly under the Dark Arts. Lucius would teach him things that would help if he was to ever be faced with a dark wizard. At the age of 11, Draco receive his letter from Hogwarts, and Lucius was forced to let his son go. When Draco returned at Christmas Break, he told his father about everything, including a one Mr. Potter. Lucius listened sadly, as his son told him about the muggle-loving Potter, causing Lucius to frown. Draco was supposed to be good, and yet turned out to be evil.
When Draco received his supply list for 2nd year, Lucius took him to Diagon Alley, and let him roam when Lucius went to buy some owl food. He met up with his son at Flourish and Blotts, where he listened to Draco sneer at the young Potter. Sadly, he grabbed a book from his robes, and did what he had to do, regretting it the whole time. He looked at the young Potter, a slight smile on his face. He looked almost exactly like James did. Sighing he called his son, and they left.
At the end of the school year, Lucius lost a house elf, was furious with Potter. Not only about the release of Dobby, but also for acting just like his father. He hated James for leaving him all alone. But he wasn't alone, he had Draco. Looking at his son, a tear streaked down his face. He missed James, a lot. He took his pain out on Harry, since he survived the attack and yet his father died. Died protecting his son and wife. James could have lived, but he didn't.
Time passed, and it was the beginning of his sons 6th year. He thought of what Harry looked like now, probably exactly like James, but with green eyes. He receive a letter from Dumbledore, asking for his presence at Hogwarts. Sneering, he walked into the Headmasters office, and looked into the face of Albus Dumbledore.
"Ah, Mr. Malfoy. I have a proposition for you, if you will." Albus said, spotting the man.
"What is it?" Lucius asked, thinking of James. 'Dammit, stop thinking about him. He's dead' Lucius sighed, as Albus began to talk.
"As you know, we have the Defense post still available, and I was wondering, if you would like it." Lucius gaped at him, wondering if he was serious.
"Defense? Are you sure?" The Headmaster nodded, leaving Lucius to think the guy was insane. "But sir, im a death eater. Er.. was one, I guess since Potter destroyed ol' Voldie again."
"That's why we need you. Look, the students here are still recovering from the battle that occurred last year, and we need someone who's strong enough to teach Defense. So, will you?" Dumbledore asked, causing Lucius to nod. "Good. Dobby, show Mr. Malfoy to his room." Lucius's former house elf appeared, and gasped.
"Old Master!" he shrieked, hugging Lucius's leg. "I missed you!" Lucius returned the hug, and Dobby showed his former master to his room. "Dobby's glad to see Old Master back." Lucius returned the favor, and Dobby left him alone, as he looked around the room. 'Not bad' he thought, and placed his things down, returning to his mansion to gather what he would need for the year. Once he finished that, he walked around Hogwarts, running into the one person he least expected. Harry Potter.
"Oh, sorry." Potter spoke softly, looking up to see who it was. "Oh, im so sorry Mr. Malfoy" He said, getting ready to walk off to join his friends.
"Potter, stop." Lucius demanded, causing Harry to look at him. "Sir?" the young Potter questioned, watching the older man look at him. "I need to talk to you. Meet me at the Defense classroom tonight at 8. Please." Harry nodded. "You look so much like James." Lucius smiled slightly, and walked off, leaving Harry to gape after him.
Lucius walked to the Slytherin Dorms, and demanded to see his son. One of the Slytherin ran off to get him, as he waited.
"Father? What are you doing here?" Draco asked curiously, not knowing why he was there.
"I'm the new Defense teacher, my Little Dragon. Can I come in?" Draco nodded, and they entered the Common Room. Many of the Slytherin looked up at Lucius who nodded at them. Many greeted him, having met him before. The father and son took a seat on the couch, and began to talk.
"So, your the Defense teacher now?" Lucius nodded, causing his son to smile. "Great. Finally a teacher I'll like." Draco grinned. They talked for awhile longer, Draco telling him about some of the students. Lucius stood to leave, his son following.
"I will see you later, my son. Stay out of trouble." He left, causing many people to start asking Draco questions. Many were thrilled, at least in Slytherin, as they discovered that the new Defense teacher was a former Slytherin. However, the comments from the other houses weren't as great.
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Harry Potter met up with his friends at Hagrids, still wondering about the elder Malfoy. His words rang in his head. 'How did he know my father?' He wondered, greeting Hagrid and his friends.
"'Arry, how have you been?" When Harry answered 'fine', Hagrid told them what he did over the summer: visited his mum, who helped in the fight the previous year. Harry stayed with Hagrid, listening to him talk about his mother, before Harry looked at his watch. It was dinner time. Harry waved bye to his friend, and headed for the Great Hall with Ron and Hermione, who told him stories to pass the time. Harry quickly ate, and without a word to Ron or Hermione, left the Great Hall. Dumbledore was announcing who the new Defense teacher was, surprising the whole Hall. Lucius Malfoy, how could they? Harry came to the conclusion that Malfoy paid Dumbledore, either that or threatened him in order to get the job. Harry arrived at the Defense classroom, one minute late.
"You're late." The elder Malfoy said, letting him in. "Please, sit." Harry did so, eyeing the Professor carefully.
"Why did you ask me to come here? And how did you know my father?" Harry shot out, unable to wait. Lucius snickered, James was in the young man in front of him.
"A lot like James." Lucius smiled softly. "Too much like him, if you ask me." Harry regarded him, curiously. A knock occurred on the door, and Lucius let the person in. It was Draco Malfoy, who took a seat next to his father.
"Well, then I guess I should tell you both. Don't be afraid of what I'm about to tell you, it must be said." Harry waited.
"When your father was in his fifth year, he discovered that he didn't like girls as lovers." Lucius paused, spotting the frozen look on Harry's face. "Yes, he was gay. Few people knew, though. I was in the same year, and I found out by accident, since I saw him kiss a fellow boy in our year. We slowly became friends, although we both wanted more. Right before our 5th year ended, I kissed him. When he responded to the kiss, we knew that we were meant to be together. Imagine that, a Slytherin and a Gryffindor together. Many people were disgusted when they found out, but neither one of us really cared. Your father meant too much to me for me to care what everyone else thought." Harry listened to the story, wanting to hear more.
"Yes, I knew everything about him. I knew about him being Amagini, in fact, I am one myself. But That's of no importance. We loved each other, but everyone else didn't see it that way. Your father was incredible, Harry. You're just like him, son. An incredible soul, I mean."
"Despite what everyone thinks now, I don't hate you. Nor will I ever. Your exactly like your father was. Smart, Kind, Popular, the list could go on for miles. But, many people were against our relationship. Once we had graduated, we planned to buy a flat, and live together and eventually get married. However, James got word of a new Dark Lord, Voldemort. He found out from some spies that Voldemort was after him, because of who he was. Your father was the Heir of Gryffindor and Merlin. Voldemort wanted to kill him, since a prophecy said that the heir of Gryffindor would Destroy the heir of Slytherin. Naturally, Voldemort saw that as a threat, and James had to go into hiding. We didn't speak when he was in hiding; however, he spoke with Lily Evans. The two decided to create an heir, so that if anything would happen to James, they would have someone to carry on the bloodline. So, James sent me an owl, and told me what they were planning. I was pissed."
"I didn't want them to do IT, since James was mine. Yes, I was very possessive of him. I was scared that he would leave me for her, and I was right. They didn't do anything until James and I met for the last time. I was sadden of the fact that I would lose James. I hated your mother for that, and partly hated your father. I needed him. But, we didn't have much more time together. He and Lily needed to marry, so that their plan would work. Therefore, I was forced to give your father up. Despite everything I did for him; even going as far as to join Voldemort so that I could spy, in order to help your father out. He left me, left me to marry Narissa. I've never loved your mother, Draco. Why would I? I had James, but then that Mudblood took him from me."
"Sir, what happened next?" Harry asked softly, not wanting to do anything he would regret later.
"Ah, yes. I joined Voldemort as a spy, but when I heard what James was doing to me, I knew that I needed someone. So, I started to help My Lord out. I'd go on raids, kill the occasional muggle if I needed to. He led me to do so. Eventually, I became Voldemort's right hand man. I was the 'go to guy' if you will. That's how I heard about your parents attack. I knew when it would happen, and I knew that Peter Pettigrew spilt to ol' Voldie about your parent's whereabouts. However, I did nothing."
" I betrayed James, by not telling him about Pettigrew. I knew that Voldemort had planned to kill the muggle-born, but he had no desire to kill James. In fact, he wanted James for our side. James refused, and was killed, protecting you. I didn't do anything when I found out when the attack would be, and I've paid dearly for that. I was so mad with your father for leaving me, that I didn't do anything to save his life. Instead, I basically killed the one man I loved, James Rolin Potter. Believe me, Harry, if I could take it all back, I would."
Harry looked at his fathers' former lover, tears in his eyes.
Harry spoke softly. "Lucius?" The Elder Malfoy looked at the Boy-Who-Lived. "I forgive you." Lucius Malfoy was stunned.
"You do? But why? I betrayed your father, and your mother." Harry smiled, his eyes sparkling.
"Yes, Mr. Malfoy. You did. However, my father did something to you that I would have never expected. He left you, all alone. He showed no emotion, as he went with my mother instead of being with the one person he loved the most. Yes, you. I know that if he was still alive, he'd want to be with you, not my Mum. He never loved her, not like he loved you. You showed him that love, and for that, I forgive you."
Lucius smiled at the young Potter.
"So, I want to know, do you happen to know what your full name is?" Lucius asked him, eyes twinkling.
"No sir, I was never told. Do you?" Lucius nodded. "Well, don't be so shocked. It's Harold James Lucius Potter. Lily's idea, according to your father." Harry mouth opened, and a smile rested on his face.
"Father, where do I come in all of this?" Draco spoke up for the first time. Lucius looked at him, his Little Dragon.
"First of all, your middle name."
"Draco Lucius Malfoy, correct Father?" He shook his head. "Draco Rolin Potter, Rolin being James middle name. And now, your mother and I. The truth, I guess it is time."
"Father, what are you talking about?" "Your mother and I have always hated each other. However, I needed an heir, and your mother came forth. Her only purpose was to give me an heir, you. That's why our marriage hasn't existed. After you were born, I allowed her to do whatever she pleased. Affairs, sure. Why not. I never loved her, nor will I ever will. She gave me what I asked for, and in return, she has free reign. She has affairs constantly, which is why we never slept in the same room. Neither of us will ever sleep together, not again. I received an owl from her, asking for a divorce since she's found a guy she wants, and im letting her go. So, you get Malfoy Manor. It's yours, my Dragon. Yours and Mr. Potters."
Harry and Draco gave him the same look, saying 'how did you know?'. The two had kept their relationship a secret for a year, and somehow Lucius Malfoy found out.
"Draco, Harry, please. I'm not stupid. I saw those little looks you give each other, James and I did the same thing." Lucius wore a soft smile, as the two young lovers looked at each other. "Have fun." With that, Lucius retreated to his bedroom, leaving the young lovers alone. They grinned at each other, and leaned forward for a kiss. The two left the classroom hand in hand, extremely pleased. They headed to Harry's private room, which Dumbledore had given him after what he did for the school last year. The two got on the bed, and showed their passion for each other.
The next morning, Harry dressed, kissed his lover, and went to the Defense classroom, to talk to Lucius. He found Lucius rather quickly.
"Ah, Mr. Potter. What can I do for you?" Harry opened his mouth to talk.
"I would like to ask your permission to ask Draco to marry me." Lucius simply nodded, as he spotted Draco coming down the stairs.
Draco appeared, and Harry spoke again.
"Mr. Malfoy.." Harry began, "Lucius" he was interrupted.
"Lucius, did my father ever ask you to marry him?" He asked eagerly, causing Lucius to smile. "Yes, Harry, he did. I said yes, of course." Harry smiled.
"Why?" Lucius asked, aware of the grin on Harry' face. "I want to do something, but I needed to make sure it was ok with you." Lucius nodded, and they both looked at the now sleeping Draco. Harry shook him.
"Drake. wake up for a sec." Draco did, and looking into his lovers eyes. "Hmm?" Harry grinned.
"Draco Rolin Malfoy, will you do me the honor of being my husband?" Harry asked softly, holding a box in his hands. Opening it, he showed Draco a gorgeous ring, with a small dragon and a small lightening bolt on it. Draco felt the tears in his eyes, as he nodded. Harry smiled, and wrapped his arms around his lover. Lucius watched the two kiss, proud. 'James would be proud of his son' He thought to himself, a wide grin appearing.
"Harry" He interrupted the two, who were still kissing. "Have you ever been to your fathers' grave?" Harry shook his head, unaware that there was one. "Would you like to come with me today to go to it?" Harry smiled. "Of course, Lucius" Still holding Drake's hand, he gave Lucius a hug, happy indeed.
Only a few hours later, Lucius, Harry and Draco set off. They arrived at a sign that read Godrics Hollow, and entered inside. Lucius led them to a Graveyard, where they found James Potters headstone.
"Hello James. I've returned, with two guests. James, meet your son, Harry. And my son, Draco." Lucius stepped back, so that Harry could read the Headstone.
Here Lies
James Rolin Potter
Great Friend, Lover and Father.
May his soul rest in the skies above.
Harry traced the words, tears falling down his face for the father he never knew. Lucius watched him, memories returning.
Lucius sat at the lake, waiting for him. James appeared, and hugged his lover tightly. The two watched the peaceful lake, smiles on their faces. They were engaged.
"How about we live at that flat we saw over near Kylin's Memorial?" James suggested receiving a nod from his lover. The two sat there, arms around each other, smiling. They were happy.
Lucius snapped out of it when he heard Harry talk.
"..Lucius is amazing, Papa. He's so happy for us, and really misses you. He really loved you, Papa. Why did you leave him, me? Tell Mum I love her, and I'll come back soon. Don't worry, we'll be alright." Harry kissed the headstone gently, and let Lucius say a few words, as Harry looked at his lover. The two kissed gently, and held hands as they watched Lucius talk.
"James, I guess Harrys already told you. Him and my son are engaged, just like we both thought. They really are a cute couple and much like we were. I miss you, Jamie. Love you." Lucius set a red rose down, and then stood up. He began to walk towards a rather large mansion, and Harry followed.
"Godric's Hollow." Harry whispered, gasping as he realized where he was.
"It's ok, Harry." Lucius assured him, as they walked through the living room. Harry touched the sofa, which was extremely dusty from no one living there in years. Memories of him as a baby came back to him, as he walked around the house, Draco holding his hand. He entered a tiny room, which could have only been a nursery. He touched the crib, the teddy bears, and the changing table. Tears fell as he looked at his surroundings. He went to the next room, and spotted some framed pictures. Many were of his mum, papa, and their friends, but one was of his papa and himself. He stroked the photo, smiling when his father waved at him. He placed the photo back, and continued to look around. The bedroom was gorgeous, with roses on the spreads. Harry touched everything, memories of his past returning. Lucius entered the room, and placed his hand on Harry's shoulder.
"Your father loved you, Harry." Lucius assured him, when Draco came running into the room. "Father, Harry, Professor Lupin is here with a rather large black dog!" He yelled, as Harry smiled. "Go ahead." his elder assured him, as Harry ran off to greet his godfather and his fathers best friends. Sirius transformed into his own self, and hugged his godson tightly. The two Malfoys entered, and Draco screamed.
"Sirius Black!! Father, help!" Lucius rolled his eyes, and shook Remus' hand, and then Sirius's. "Long time no see, Lucius." He nodded in agreement. "Too long" Lucius said. The three men walked off, leaving the two lovers alone.
"Harry...that was Si..." He couldn't even say the name. Harry chuckled. "Sirius Black?" He asked, eyes twinkling. Draco just nodded. "He's innocent, Dragon. Pettigrew did it, and is still alive." Draco relaxed slightly, understandingly. The two sat on the couch, kissing as Harry played with Draco's hair. Finally, the 3 men returned, laughing about something or another. The 3 men stopped, and looking at the two teens sprawled out on the couch. All 3 broke out into grins at them.
Hours later, Harry, Draco and Lucius returned to Hogwarts. Harry went off to his room, leaving the father and son alone to talk. Draco looked at his father, and together they walked to his fathers' room, where Lucius kept Draco up all night with stories of his childhood. Draco fell asleep around 5 that morning, his father watching him sleep.
When Draco awoke, his father sat on a couch, sipping some coffee. Draco looked at him, and smiled. Lucius returned the smile, and together the two headed for the Great Hall, just in time for lunch, believe it or not. Since it was Sunday, classes didn't start until the next day. Draco took a seat at the Slytherin table, his father at the head table. Draco snuck a look over at the Gryffindor table, spotting his lover sitting with his two best friends. Harry looked at him as well, and they shared a secret smile. Lucius was watching the two teens from his seat at the Head Table, as well as another man. Professor Severus Snape. Professor Snape watched as the younger Malfoy snuck looks at the Potter boy, and a smirk appeared on his face. The two boys were following in their parents footsteps. Surprisingly, neither Granger nor Weasley saw Harry look at the Malfoy, but that didn't mean that Snape wouldn't see.
Of course, Snape kept glaring at the Potter, which Lucius Malfoy noticed. He gave Snape a look, and whispered something to him. Snape sighed, and nodded in return, leaving the elder Malfoy to smirk in return. Some students saw this, and classified Lucius Malfoy as evil. However, some people knew he wasn't, these people including Harry Pottter, Draco Malfoy and Severus Snape, Dumbledore, too, of course but he trusts everyone.
When Harry stood up to leave, a few others saw him and did the same. Many students noticed, but said nothing as Harry walked off, followed by 2 professors, and 3 students. Harry led the way to his room, and Snape and Lucius entered first, followed by Draco, who greeted Harry with a kiss. The two other students snuck behind them, watching the exchange. Harry turned to Snape.
"Professor, why are you here?" "I can help you, Potter" Replied the Professor. Harry nodded, and greeted him politely. The two students watched as Harry hugged Mr. Malfoy, and shut the door.
"Did you see that?" The brown headed girl whispered to her friend. He nodded, still in shock.
"So, Harry and Malfoy? Never would have thought. And Harry being all buddy-buddy with Mr. Malfoy. We're missing something." The best friends nodded, wanting their friend back.
Meanwhile, Harry sat on Draco's lap, and turned towards Professor Snape.
"Professor, how did you know?" He asked alarmed, hoping he hadn't been too obvious.
"You and Draco are acting like James and Luc did all those years ago." He explained, watching as Lucius frowned. "Sorry, Luc." He whispered to his friend, who simply nodded as they looked at the couple in front of them.
"So, when exactly did this start?" Severus wondered. The two grinned.
"About a year ago, actually." The younger Malfoy trailed off into a flashback.
"Move out of my way!" Malfoy screamed, pushing Harry to the side Harry gasped as he fell and was immediately helped up by his two best friends, both glaring at Malfoy.
"Asshole" Ron Weasley muttered, glaring at their enemy. However, Harry didn't saw anything, just watched as Malfoy walked out of his view, not a care in the world.
"God, I hate him." Harry's other best friend, Hermione Granger muttered. Harry continued to watch Malfoy, before turned back to Ron and Hermione.
"Lets go." He said, and the three walked off, Harry kept thinking the rest of the day, and what is it about Malfoy? Why cant I stop thinking about him? Suddenly, he realized what it was. He was in love, with Draco Malfoy. Little did he knew that Draco shared the same feelings.
Harry grinned, and continued.
A few weeks later, Draco ran into Harry at Hogsmeade, and found himself staring at the Boy-Who-Lived. The two watched each other, before Harry spoke.
"Well, well, well Malfoy. Don't you know how to walk?" Malfoy ignored him, and walked off, his two goons behind him. Harry couldn't help but frown when he realized he may have blown his chances.
The very next day, Harry sat right next to the lake, looking at the view. He didn't even notice a figure nearing, forget noticing who it was.
"Potter?" He knew that voice, he was in love with that voice. Harry looked up and Malfoy neared. The two watched each other for awhile, until Harry leaned forward, a smirk on his face. Their lips met, and they felt a spark.
"Did you feel that?" Harry asked softly, touching his lips. The other man did the same. "Let's try it again." And they did. Again, and again, and again until they both couldn't kiss anymore. Finally, they separated.
"So, what does this make us?" Draco asked curiously. "I don't know." came the reply. "But I sure would like to try to have a relationship with you, if possible." Sure enough, they began to secretly see each other, their friends not knowing who they were seeing. Sure, Harry's friends suspected something, but didn't know who it was. And yet, they still don't.
Severus smiled when the story finished, and looked at both of them. "Congratulations, then." Winking at Draco, who smiled and hugged Harry to his body tighter.
"So, Professor. Anybody special?" Harry asked, looking at Snape. Snape found himself blushing bright red. Harry took that as a yes. "Who, then?" Snape blushed even more, leaving Lucius to answer.
"Ah, but im sure you know, young Harry. Someone you'd least expect." Harry smiled knowingly. "Remus Lupin, how did I not know?" Snape was bright red by now, causing Harry to chuckle. "Don't you worry, I wont tell." Harry promised. Snape slowly returned to his normal color.
"Professor Snape and Professor Lupin? That, I didn't expect." Harry just smiled at his lover. "Drake, call him Remus. He hates that Professor title." Harry whispered, as Snape blushed again.
"Ol' Snapey and Moony. Oh, I wonder if Sirius knows." Snape's eyes blew up. "Don't tell him." He said softly, not trusting his voice. "Rem doesn't want him to know yet." Harry just shrugged with a slight pout on his face. Professor Snape just laughed. "OK" The young Potter finally agreed.
"So, Lucius, what's the plan for your classes?" Harry wondered, eyes sparkling. "Oh, just some Dementor studying for fun. Too bad I couldn't get a real one, which would be more interesting. But, maybe I can make your classes more interesting, since I have both my son and my adoptive son in the same class." Harry looked at him in wonder. "Welcome to the family, little one." Both Malfoy men and Harry hugged as Snape watched a soft smile on his face. Harry held his arm out, and Snape walked in, all 4 men hugging for a few moments. When they parted, they all wore smiles, for they were "family" now. They stayed in there, discussing Harry and Draco's wedding. Plans had begun, but a part of Harry knew that he needed to tell everyone. Giving Lucius and Severus hugs, he kissed Draco and told them he was heading to Gryffindor Tower, to see some people. The 3 let him go, continuing to make plans. The wedding date was set for the day after graduation, over a year from now.
Harry walked the short walk to Gryffindor Tower, and greeted the Fat Lady.
"Oh, Harry. So wonderful to see you again." "And you, too, my dear. You look fabulous by the way." She blushed, and let him in.
A whole bunch of first and second years spotted him, and ran up to him, screaming. "It's Harry Potter!" many of them continued to say, until some of the 6th years appeared, helping Harry.
"What's up, man?" Seamus asked. "You never come here."
"I need to talk to all of you." He muttered, as all the 6th year boys and Hermione ushered him to the 6th year Boy Dorm, shutting the door behind them. "What's up?" Dean wondered.
Hermione and Ron sat, waiting.
"I have a few things I need all of you to know. First off, im, erm, im gay." Ron didn't look surprised at all, neither did Hermione. Some of the guys gasped, but Seamus just nodded. "What else?"
"Erm..I've been seeing a guy for a year now, and he asked me to marry him." Ron and Hermione was shocked at this part, they didn't know that he was getting married.
"Who?" Neville asked, sitting on a couch. "I don't think you guys wanna know." All 5 people glared at him, causing him to sigh. "Draco Malfoy." They nodded.
"When's the wedding?" Dean asked. "After we graduated, I guess. I want to make sure you all are Ok with this. You are, right?" All 5 nodded, though some were reluctant.
Ron and Hermione looked guilty, when Neville spoke up. "As long as you're happy, I could care less who it is." Harry gave him a grin, and the others nodded in agreement.
"Ron?'Mione?" His best friends looked rather guilty.
"Harry, we saw you after Breakfast. Hugging Mr. Malfoy?" He gulped, not wanting to tell them.
"Oh, that. Mr. Malfoy understands my relationship with his son. That's all." Ron and Hermione both took it, thankfully.
"Ah, yes. Well, I just want to make sure you all know that im hoping to have all of you in my wedding party." Everyone gave him a strange look, before he disappeared.
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Harry reappeared in his room, and greeted Draco again. Surprisingly, there was another guest there, Blaise Zabini. "Hi Blaise." Harry said politely, receiving a grunt from the male. Rolling his eyes, Harry sat down and began writing a letter to Sirius, ignoring Blaise's and Draco's chat.
Dear Sirius,
Hey. Hope all's going well with you and Remus. I just thought of letting you know what the plan is for the wedding. We're waiting until the day after we graduate and that's going to be our wedding day. Hopefully, we'll get you released by then, I know its hell having to stay in Godrics Hollow. Take care of yourself.
Love, Harry.
Harry sealed the letter and whistled for Hedwig, who came soaring over. Attaching the letter to her, he whispered 'Padfoot', and she soared off through the open window. Blaise and Draco looked at him, causing him to smile and shrug, putting his supplies away. Picking up a Quidditch Book, he began to read it, unaware of the fact that Draco and Blaise were talking about him.
Blaise announced about an hour later, "I should be going. Later Draco, umm, bye Potter." Harry simply waved his hand, and Blaise left. Draco wore a smirk, as he looked at his lover. "Mmm.." Harry groaned when his lover began to kiss his neck. Draco slept over that night, although they actually didn't do anything, believe it or not.
During Defense the next day, Lucius Malfoy taught them about Family History. He made a request that everyone look up their family history, and at the end of the year, everyone will share what they discovered about their families. Harry was the only one sad about this, but Lucius winked at him, and mouthed 'I'll help you'. Harry sent him a grateful smile, before Ron started to talk.
"This has to be the best project we've ever done. We won't have to do anything here!!" He was excited, as they headed to their next class, Potions. When they entered the dungeons, everyone was in shock as they looked around. The dungeons actually looked decent. Well, at least humanly. Professor Snape entered, his hair washed for once. Everyone gaped at this, except for Harry, who tried not to snicker, and Draco who smirked.
"Hello, Class. Please open your books to page 21; we will be trying to make the Aging Potion. A few people groaned, but many did what he asked without a single word.
"Now, who can tell me the most important ingredient in the Aging Potion?" Harry raised his hand, along with a few others. "Harry." He called out. "Dungweed, sir." Snape nodded. "5 points to Gryffindor." Everyone was surprised about this, except for Harry. Even Draco had to gape; Snape hated Gryffindor and was awarding them points? It just didn't seem right. Everyone began to make their potions, as Snape watched. Occasionally, he'd say something to Harry, or Draco and many of the students noticed. However, they all focused on their potions, and surprisingly, all of them turned out right. Even Neville's, who is known for messing up his potions. Snape released them early. Except for the fact that Harry and Draco stayed behind.
"Professor that was a great lesson." Harry spoke up. Draco nodded in agreement. "Thank you" Harry left, and then Draco followed him. Snape smirked; someone had said 'thank you' to him. Wow. The world was surely going to end.
~*~
Harry and Draco were walking hand-in-hand to the Great Hall, ignoring all the stares they receive. They reached the hall, and Harry led him to the Gryffindor table, eyes meeting Blaise, who smiled at both of them.
The Gryffindors scooted down a bit so that there was room for Harry and Draco, who sat down just as the food appeared. All the Gryffindors, except for the 6th year boys, Hermione and a few others, gave Harry looks as if to say, what the hell are you thinking? Harry just shrugged it off, and began to talk to Seamus and Dean, who included the young Malfoy in the conversation, although he didn't pay much attention. He was too busy watching Harry. Studying, to be more precise. It took 4 "Draco's" for him to snap out of it. "Hmm?"
Ron rolled his eyes at the Malfoy, and repeated his question. "Why was Professor Snape acting like that?"
"Oh, Harry made a deal with him, I guess." Draco just shrugged, causing Ron to sigh. Draco blanked out again, staring at Harry. A lot of people noticed this, especially when Harry took his hand as he continued to chat with some of the Gryffindors. A few of them even had the guts to talk to Draco, who actually was polite to them, except for Colin, who started taking pictures to annoy the crap out of him. He gave poor Colin a death look, and Colin put his camera up. Draco gave him a smirk, as Harry watched the exchange.
"Drake" Harry warned him, causing Draco to smile innocently. The youngest 6th year glared at his fiancée, who started to pout. "Drake, stop pouting." Draco did, as Harry chuckled. 'He's got a great laugh' Draco thought, smiling at his lover. He spotted Ginny Weasley glaring at him, and rolled his eyes back at her. She glared again, and he looked away, annoyed. Harry squeezed his hand, causing him to look at him.
"Calm down" He whispered. "No one will ever steal me from you." Draco nodded, and the two lovers leaned against each other, smiling softly. Finally, Ron nudged the couple, and they got up, pouting. Ron glared at both of them, and they followed him and Hermione, who were holding hands.
Walking towards Transfiguration, Harry and Draco held hands, ignoring all the whispers. Finally, Draco couldn't take it anymore. He turned around, and glared at everyone, scaring them gratefully. Harry placed a hand on his lovers arm, and they continued.
During class, Draco kept wandering off in his mind, not paying attention to what he was doing. He was staring at Harry, who was working with Seamus. Professor Stride, the new Transfiguration teacher since Professor McGonagall died in the war, partnered everyone up randomly. Draco looked at his partner, Pansy, and shivered, Luckily, the bell rang and Draco ran over to Harry, who took his hand and led him out.
"Free Period, Drac. What should we do?" Both teens were wearing a sexy grin, as they headed to Harry's room, hoping to get a snog session in before Defense. Sure enough, they did.
*~*
At Defense, Harry and Draco sat together up in a front seat. Ron and Hermione sat to the left of them, and Goyle and Crabbe to the right. Lucius entered, and gave everyone a nod, before looking at his son, and his son's fiancée. Smiling at them, he started the lesson.
"Ok, well. Since all we're doing for right now is researching on family names, after all. I've decided to take all of you to the library to do some research with the family books we keep there. Draco, you should already know where our book is. Everyone else, I will help you if necessary, although some people wont be hard to find." Lucius looked at Ron for a moment, and then announced, "Please, gather your things and head to the library. Harry, stay behind for a moment." Everyone got up and began to walk towards the library, which wasn't that far. Harry looked at Lucius, wondering.
"Harry, when James died, he left some of his family books in my care. There's only one book here at Hogwarts, the rest James's father, Isaac, had until he died. James receive them, and right before he was killed, left them in my care. So, I took them from the library at my house, and here they are." Removing about 5 books from his shelf, he placed them in Harry's arms.
"Thanks, Lucius." He said, as they walked out of the classroom. "No problem, little one. Now, if there's anything in there you don't understand, let me know and ill help you." Harry nodded, and they entered the library. Harry ran off to sit with Draco, Hermione and Ron, who were waiting for him.
"What did Father want?" Draco whispered. "Oh, just to give me some of dads books, so that I know more about my heritage." Nodding, Draco opened his books, and began to read them over, and Harry did the same. Suddenly, he paused, and taking the book with him, walked over to Professor Malfoy.
"Professor, this is not right. It's saying that im an heir to Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Merlin. That's not right, is it?" Lucius nodded sadly. "That's why Voldemort wanted your father, and you." Harry gasped, "But how? How can I be heir to all 5? Is that even possible?" Again, Lucius nodded. "Your bloodstream carries all 5 wizards. Although some are stronger than others, especially Gryffindor. However, I think the Headmaster could answer your questions better. Anything else?" Harry shook his head, and returned to his table. He stayed quiet the rest of the period, eyes wondering through the pages. He didn't even realize that Lucius had dismissed the class, until Draco poked him repeatedly.
"Harry, c'mon. Let's go." Harry sighed, gathered all of his books, and followed his best friends and his lover to Divination. Hermione left, claiming she had to go to Muggle Studies, and Ron, who had just joined Muggle Studies, left Draco and Harry to deal with their all time favorite professor. As if. Every time she spoke, she practical told Harry he would die. Many people lost count after 194, but Harry simply shrugged it off. Draco, however, was nervous. He knew that the Professor was a fake, but he also didn't want to lose Harry. He was in love with him, and would probably kill himself if Harry died.
Finally that class ended, and Harry and Dean Thomas laughed about how many times Harry was predicted to die.
"Man, is she a weirdo. I think she's past her record of 136 in one class. She's such a fake, man." Harry nodded in agreement, and looked at Draco. Draco, however, wasn't smiling or laughing; instead he looked upset, nervous and scared all in one.
"I'll see you later, Dean." Harry pulled Draco to a corner, and looked at him. "What's wrong, love?" Draco shook his head, tears threatening to fall. "Look, Professor is an old bat that can't predict what will happen in the next 5 minutes. She's been known to predict my death a trillion times. Don't worry, she's never right." Harry felt guilty, knowing that she had two predictions that had been right. He didn't tell Draco that, since he knew it would make him worry even more.
Draco just nodded, and they headed of to their next class, Care of Magical Creatures, with Hagrid. Harry wrapped an arm around Draco as they neared the class, and were greeted by the half giant.
"'Arry! Glad to see you back in class." Harry gave him a smile, and was picked up in a hug.
"Ow...Hagrid, you're squishing me!" He complained, although he liked Hagrid's hugs. They were big bear hugs. "Sorry, 'arry" Hagrid mumbled, letting him down. Harry took Draco's hand, which Hagrid happened to see.
"'ello, Malfoy. 'Arry, you never told me that you were dating him." Harry grinned sheepishly. "Sorry, Hagrid. We didn't want to go public, yet." Hagrid gave him a playful glare, but luckily, didn't pick him up anymore. Class began, as soon as all of the Slytherin appeared.
"Class, today we will be studying Phoenixes. The Headmaster agreed to let me use his own phoenix, Flawkes, as a demonstration. The bird flew over, and surprisingly, rested on Harry's arm. "Hey Flawkes." He whispered to the bird, holding his arm out so that everyone could see him. Many people gaped at the sight of Harry Potter holding Dumbledore's phoenix. "C'mon, it's safe to pet him." Harry urged some of his classmates, who began to step forward. Flawkes allowed them to pet him, many people excited since they never have before. When Draco walked up, arm out, Flawkes did the strangest thing. He flew from Harry's arm to Draco's, not even knowing the Malfoy. Draco petted the Phoenix, and a few more students, including Harry, stepped up to greet the bird. Harry leaned toward his lover, and simply asked "How?" Draco gave him a look that meant 'I don't know', and the subject was dropped.
"Well, it looks like Flawkes trusts Mr. Malfoy." Hagrid said, trying to get the bird off of him. Harry snickered, and leaned forward, looking Flawkes straight in the eye. Flawkes flew to a stick poking out, and nestled on it, as Harry straightened up.
"It's about Trust, with Phoenixes. They need to trust the person that handles them. I know that 'arry here has met Flawkes before, and therefore has received his trust. Draco, however, is a strange story. Usually Phoenixes needed to trust who handles them, as to why Flawkes is Dumbledores pet. Any Questions?" A few kids raised their hands, and Hagrid called on them. Harry and Draco paid little attention the rest of the lesson to Hagrid, but instead to Flawkes, who watched them the whole time. It was a strange occupancy. It was like Flawkes was there to protect them. Maybe he was.
*~*
A week later, Harry sat at his desk in his room, writing a few letters when Hedwig flew in, a letter attached to her leg. Harry took the letter and found out that it was from Sirius.
Harry!!
They found Peter!! I'm scheduled to have a trial next week; Dumbledore is giving you permission to go. I can't wait to get back to my old house.
Love,
Sirius.
Remus also wrote something below Sirius' note.
Harry,
The trials next Wednesday at 2 p.m. Dumbledore is allowing you to use his fireplace for Floo. Draco, Hermione and Ron are also asked to attend.
With Love,
Remus.
Harry's smile couldn't have been any bigger as he wrote the letter to Sirius.
Sirius
Wow, you're having your trial? Of course I'll come, and tell Remus I said thanks. Draco, Ron and Hermi should be able to come, too. I love you.
Your godson,
Harry.
Harry sat down to write his next letter, to Molly Weasley.
Dear Mrs. Weasley,
I know you told me least year to call you Molly, but I don't know if I can bring myself to call someone who's like a parent to me by their first name. Well, I don't know if Ron's told you yet, but im engaged. His name is Draco Malfoy, but before you start screaming, he's on our side. Well, the reason im writing you is to ask of a favor. I need your help in planning our wedding, since Draco's not on good terms with his mother, and mine is dead .I thought of you. I know your family does not like the Malfoys, but I would really like you and Mr. Weasley to help plan my wedding. We're planning to have it right after Graduation, and at Hogwarts. The wedding will be paid for by Lucius (Malfoy), so you don't have to worry about having to pay. We would hire a professional wedding planner, but we wanted people we knew to plan our wedding. Not some stranger. If you would like, Lucius has offered to pay you any way possible for your service. Of course, that's totally up to you. Please owl myself if you will do it. You're like a mother to me, and both Draco and I would appreciate it. Lucius just isn't fit for planning a wedding.
Harry
Harry wrote another letter to Remus, and attached all 3 to Hedwig. "Ok, girl. Take this letter to Molly Weasley, and then go to Sirius and Remus and give them their letters." Harry petted her, and she flew off.
Harry put up his supplies, and grabbing Sirius and Remus' letter, bolted out of his room and went to the Slytherin Common Room. There he met a small 2nd year, which looked at him in terror, and a 5th year Harry had never seen before.
"Hi, can one of you get Draco Malfoy?" The 2nd year ran off to get him, and Draco walked up moments later. Together they walked to Gryffindor Tower. Finding Ron, who was playing chess with some 2nd year, and Hermione who was reading Hogwarts: A History Revised Edition, he sat them down and handed them the letter. He waited for them to finish reading, and all three jumped up in joy.
"He's free?" Hermione yelped. Harry chuckled at his friends. "Not exactly, but he has a trial and Wormtail." Draco smiled; Harry would finally have his godfather. "So, can we come?" He asked, sounding a bit too excited. Harry grinned at his lover, and the four hugged, thrilled for Sirius. He was finally going to get the trial that he was once denied.
*~*
The day was Wednesday, the day that Peter Pettigrew would finally get what he deserved, and Sirius would be freed. The 4 teens had permission to go, and would be excused from any work for the day. They entered Dumbledore's office, and traveled by Floo Powder to the court room, where they were checked for any muggle weapons before they were asked to be seated. Remus, Severus, Lucius and Professor Dumbledore did so, and the teens followed. The judge, Marv Little, entered and took his seat, as a clean shaven Sirius Black entered the room, and was shoved into his seat. Harry saw this, and glared at the two men. The Rat was brought in as well, lucky for him he was seated on the other side of the room or Sirius would have actually killed him.
"Silence!" Judge Little demanded. "Court is Now in Session. Please be seated." Everyone did so, and the witnesses were asked to go to the side they represented. Harry, Hermione and Ron headed towards the Defense side, until they were stopped.
"Mr. Potter, you're on the defense side." Harry gave him a look as if to say, No duh. Some of the wizards snickered. "Mr. Potter, the side you're supposed to be is over there." The same wizards snickered again. "I'm defending, im not against my godfather." Harry looked at the guy like he was an alien. The man simply shrugged, and the trial had begun.
Once Ron, Hermione, Professor Dumbledore, and many others had spoken, they called out, "Harry James Potter, come to the bench." Harry did so.
"Mr. Potter, what is your relationship to Black?" The man spit out his name like it was vomit. "He's my godfather." replied the small boy as Harry drunk the vial that he was handed.
"So, when did you find out about him being your godfather?" And so the ridiculous questions had begun.
Once the questioner had gone through the Shrieking Shack, he then asked about Wormtail.
"Peter, I should have let him die in the Shrieking Shack. He's a rat, that doesn't deserve to live. Even thinking that My Godfather is anything like that rat is the stupidest thing I've ever heard. He killed my parents, and helped Voldemort to return." Few people shivered at the use of his name, but many knew that he was gone now. For ever.
"So, you're saying that Peter Pettigrew killed those muggles, and betrayed your parents?" Harry nodded. "That's all the questions I have." Peter Pettigrew was forced to the bench, and drank the vial as well. It was a truth potion.
"Mr. Pettigrew, what happened when James and Sirius came to you about being Secret Keeper." And so, Peter told the story, all of it true. The jury looked at each other, faces identical. This was an innocent man, Sirius Black was.
"We have come to a decision." The head Jury member announced. "We find Sirius Black innocent of all charges." And so everyone cheered, as Harry ran to his godfather. Sirius was free....
A/N: Next chapter will be up once it's edited, seeing as I took this down to edit it, and post it separately. Any questions can be sent to my email (on my bio), or posted in a review, where I will answer in the next chapter. R/R
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