Hi everyone; thanks for reviewing. I hope you like this new chapter. You'll see that Harry isn't as much a jerk as you believed; he had reasons for not being able to look for Draco. The next chapters will tell part of the story.

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CHAPTER EIGHT

After potions Evan headed for his first defense class. He was a bit nervous about being around his other father. He understood the pain that his papa was in but he also wanted to know why his father Harry wouldn't tell them that he had been alive all this time. He hurried to get to class early so he could have a talk with Harry.

Harry was sitting at his desk waiting for Remus to come so they could decide who would start the class. He was looking at his class list and noticed that it was a mixed Ravenclaw/Gryffindor group. He saw his son's name and suddenly felt very nervous. He knew he had a lot of work but not much time to get Draco to forgive him, but how would his son react. He heard someone come into the class; thinking it was Remus he didn't lift his head to greet who it was. Evan took the time to examine his father. Harry looked pale and very tired. He looked sick. Evan frowned at the way Harry looked frail. Making some noise with his schoolbag he finally got Harry to look up. The young boy stood in front of him and Harry saw his own eyes looking back at him.

"Why did you do it daddy, didn't you love papa?"

Harry closed his eyes and let out a pained breath. Then he opened his eyes again to answer his son.

"I love your father more than life itself; I always have. I was very sick after the fight with Voldemort. For the first six months they didn't know if I would live. It took me a year and a half to become well again. When I tried to find Draco he had disappeared. I was very sad and believed my friends when they told me that he probably didn't love me anymore. After five years I gave up looking. I was stupid and I believed my friends. I'm sorry Evan; I want to do everything I can to make it up to Draco. I'm sorry I wasn't around; I would have loved to see you grow up and be part of your life. Could you give me a chance?"

Evan seemed to be thinking about what Harry said. "I want to talk with papa first. I'll think about it. I know you didn't mean to hurt me since you didn't know about me but it hurts to see papa cry."

"I understand; if you want to talk some more you can come to my quarters. The password is 'seekers rule'."

Evan gave him a weak smile and went to sit down. A few minutes later Remus came into the class. Evan had been told by Draco that he was a werewolf. Being the ever curious child that he was he started asking Remus questions.

"Professor Lupin, I have a few questions that I want to ask you about your transformation. Is it ok if we talk a bit?"

Remus gave Harry a look and answered the young wizard. "Yes Evan, I think we can talk after class since this is your last class of the day."

"Thank you professor, I'll look forward to it." Evan sat back happy that his curiosity would be satisfied.

The rest of the students started coming in and once they were all seated, the professors started teaching their class. Harry was impressed with the knowledge that his son had. After class Evan stayed to talk with Remus. Harry stayed also as he was curious as to what his son wanted to find out about werewolves.

"So Evan what can I do for you?" Remus came and sat at a desk next to Evan's.

"Is it true that a werewolf won't hurt another animal?"

"Yes it is, why?"

"Well papa told me that uncle Sirius used to change into a dog and run with you at the full moon."

Remus was taken aback at how candid the boy was being about his 'situation'. "Yes he did, he was my best friend and mate."

"Mate...does that mean that he was your boyfriend?"

"Yes you can call him that; although we were together for years."

"Does anyone run with you now during full moon?"

"Yes, sometimes your dad Harry comes with me. He's an eagle animagus. Why do you ask?"

Evan seemed a bit shy. "I'm curious about all the magical creatures in the world. I've always wanted to see an actual werewolf. Papa has taken me all over the world for my education because I like to learn. Do you think that on the next full moon in two weeks that I could join you and daddy?"

"Evan, your dad can join me because he's an animagus. It would be very dangerous for you to come with us." Remus was trying to let the boy down nicely.

"That's ok professor Lupin. I can handle myself." Evan waved his hand closing the door and locking it wandlessly. Then he turned into his lion form. He wasn't a full grown lion due to his age and size but he was still had an intimating size.

Remus gasped and shot a look at Harry who was laughing.

"You knew that he could do that?"

"Yes, I saw Draco and him change into their forms and go into the forest. I wanted to make sure they were safe so I followed them."

Evan changed back and looked at his father. "You followed us?"

Harry stood up and came around his desk. "Yes I was worried about you two. The forbidden forest is a very dangerous place."

"Papa and I would have been ok. There aren't many creatures that would attack us. I'm an earth mage. Which is why I'm curious about all creatures; I have to learn about them so I can protect them." Evan watched as the two men paled when he mentioned being a mage.

Harry knew that his son would be powerful since he himself was a fire mage and Draco was a water mage but a bit less powerful then he was.

"So Evan you have power over the earth and nature. That is a lot of responsibility."

The young boy smiled. "Yes I have also some control over water and fire. I think I take that from you and papa. I'm more powerful then both of you; so papa has thought me the difference between light and dark. I'm a light wizard. I don't want to hurt no one. So papa has been taking me all over the world and has shown me many things so I can understand how everything on this planed is important. We need both dark and light creatures to keep our magical world intact. Or we would lose our magic if something happened to either side."

Remus was stunned at the words of wisdom that the eleven year old was speaking. A knock at the door interrupted his thoughts. Remus took out his wand out and opened the door. Draco walked into the class and saw his son speaking with Remus and Harry.

"I should have known that you would seek out Remus. Evan I told you to be patient; I'm sure professor Lupin would have talked with you eventually. You have to give yourself time; you can't learn everything in a day." Draco was shaking his head and laughing. His son's curiosity had often gotten them in some strange situations during their trips.

Evan excused himself and left to go back to the Gryffindor tower. Giving a hug to his pap and a quick goodbye to his teachers he ran back to his dorm. Draco turned around and gave Remus a nod and left the room totally ignoring Harry.

Harry dropped his head in his hands. "This is going to be very difficult Remus; Draco won't even look at me."

Remus placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. "Don't give up Harry; use everything that you can to get him back."

A few hours later after diner Harry was flying on the Quidich pitch. He didn't notice that he was being watched. Two silver eyes were looking at him flying around. After about thirty minutes Harry stopped and landed in the middle of the field. He got of his broom on wobbly legs and fell to his knees with a hand over his heart. He fumbled around searching for something in his coat. After a few minutes he took out a vial of potion and quickly drank it. Then he got up and stated to slowly make his way towards the school.

Draco had stood still as he watched Harry fall down and drink some potion. He noticed how Harry looked frail. He watched as his old lover made his way towards school with a look on his face showing that he was in pain.

Draco followed him but stayed fare enough so that he wouldn't be seen. He heard Harry talking with someone; so he crept closer so he could hear. It was Remus who was talking with him.

"Harry, you've got to be careful when you're out flying. You know what the healer said..."

"I know Remus, I know. I have to not overdue anything."

"Have you decided to get the surgery done?"

"I don't know yet. I don't know if it will be worth it."

"Harry, the surgery will give you a few more years. They might find a cure by then."

"I know I didn't even consider the surgery until I found out about Draco, but now that he hates me I just don't know what to do anymore."

"Harry even if he doesn't love you anymore, it would give you a few more years to get to know your son."

"I know that Remus; I have to give the healer my answer next week. I'm going home to Godric's hollow this weekend to think about it."

"How long do you have without the surgery?"

"The healer said eighteen months maybe two years if I'm lucky."

"All right you look tired. Do you want me to help you get to your quarters?"

"Yes, I think I over did it a little tonight. It's been a real emotional roller coaster for me today."

"Ok let's go."

Draco heard them walk away and placed his forehead against the wall. (What's wrong with Harry? I'm going to ask Evan to scan him and see if he can tell what's going on with Harry.) With those thoughts he made his way back to his room.