Disclamers: I do not own anything that is used in this story except for my original character and the plot.

Previously:

As they sat on the step of Number 4 Privet Drive, buried in their own thoughts, Aearion broke the silence that was hanging over their heads.

"I will hurry back as soon as I've found the book, okay. I love you."

"I love you too, Aearion." Harry's voice sounded worried. He had an odd feeling in his gut. He didn't know what it was, so he dismissed it absent mindedly, distracted by his immediate disappointment.

Harry's life felt so happy. To be with the person he loved and cherished gave him a sense of perfection. Aearion had shown Harry what being loved was like and Harry refused to lose that feeling. Although Harry sometimes thought he was unworthy of the unconditional love that Aearion bestowed upon him, Harry knew that he had two days to show him how much he cared so that Aearion would come home as soon as possible.

Chapter 2: Victories and Defeats (Part One: Day One)

Aearion and Harry wanted to make their next two days together enjoyable and memorable. Therefore, they decided to have a 2-day party, just the two of them. Coincidentally, Harry's birthday was also on the first day of Aearion's departing party.

Harry's stomach flipped nervously as he contemplated the final gift he wished to bestow upon Aearion. Although the tension had always been present, there had been an unspoken agreement that Harry was in control of how far their physical relationship advanced and finally Harry felt he was really to move forward. After all, Harry had never loved another person quite like this and he knew he wanted to share his life with Aearion forever. So Harry squared his shoulders and smiled in anticipation as he took a final look in the mirror impatiently tugging on his shirt, smoothing out the non-existent wrinkles.

Harry was sitting nervously on his bed waiting for Aearion when the doorbell rang signaling that Aearion had finally arrived. Harry picked up what he needed and practically bouncing down the stairs in anticipation.

There, standing at the door, was Aearion. Harry momentarily forgot to breathe as his eyes met Aearion's and he saw how his eyes had changed to dark stormy blue as they gazed back at Harry with passion.

The moment was broken as the hoarse voice of Uncle Vernon interrupted, "Why are you standing there, boy? Get the fuck out, the sooner the better. I don't want you around unless you have to be." Harry couldn't agree more. The sooner the better was right.

Harry smiled appreciatively at the black Pontiac Sunfire as they walked toward it in silence. As Harry slid into the passenger side seat, he sighed wondering how his life would go on without Aearion. The car grumbled to life and Harry relaxed into the seat's soft embrace while Aearion pulled out of the driveway and hit the road to his flat. As soon as Harry walked into Aeration's flat, he was pinned against the door with a pair of sweet lips over his. Aearion unbuttoned Harry's shirt and tossed it over a nearby couch.

Hands began to wander over Harry's exposed flesh, stroking and scratching lightly. Aearion could never keep his hands of Harry. He adored Harry's body; those wonderful smooth legs, his delectable arse, that full cock and that intensely fine chest. A small amount of soft downy hair trailed down Harry's chest and stomach, accented by nipples that were delicious when aroused.

Aearion ran his hands over Harry's sun kissed golden skin. Raking his hands over Harry's neck, and down Harry's sides to his hips, Aearion then cupped Harry's arse firmly. Squeezing hard enough to make Harry moan, Aearion smiled against Harry's pliant lips.

"You like that don't you, Harry?" Harry moaned in response, unable to give his lover a coherent answer. Aearion ground his hips into Harry seeking out the answering hardness he knew would be there. Reveling in the luscious friction, Harry growled slightly deep in his chest instinctively wanting more.

"Do you want something, hmm Harry?" Aearion teased gently. Harry answered with another soft growl and resumed devouring Aearion's lips with renewed vigor.

Aearion wrenched his lips from Harry's so he could attack Harry's delicious neck. Nibbling and suckling the reddened flesh of his young lover. Throwing his head back Harry could only moan in response.

Deleted Scene (just in case)

After a quiet lunch that consisted of ham and Swiss cheese sandwiches, they retired to the living room.

Both smiling, they sat on the couch together, wrapped in a large duvet, spending the next few hours celebrating Harry's birthday by first watching Harry's favorite movie: Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera. To Aearion's amusement, Harry started singing along with music. Before Aearion knew it, Harry started giving a private viewing, singing Think of Me.

Think of me,
think of me fondly,
when we've said goodbye.Remember me
once in a while -
please promise me
you'll try.

When you find
that, once again, you long
to take your heart back
and be free -

if you ever find
a moment,
spare a thought
for me

We never said
our love was evergreen,
or as unchanging
as the sea -
but if you can still rememberstop and think
of me . . .

Harry stared right into Aearion's eyes, showing the love and meaning of this song to him.

Think of all the things
we've shared and seen -
don't think about the things
which might have been . . .

Think of me,
think of me waking,
silent and resigned.
Imagine me,
trying too hard
to put you
from my mind.Recall those days
look back
on all those times,
think of the things
we'll never do -
there will
never be a day, when
I won't think
of you. .Can it be?
Can it be Christine?

Bravo!

What a change!

You're really
not a bit
the gawkish girl
that once you were...

She may
not remember me, but
I remember her...

We never said
our love
was evergreen,
or as unchanging
as the sea -

but please
promise me,
that sometimes
you will think
of me

"I'll never forget you Aearion. I just hope you'll come back to me soon." Harry's emotions were mixed with sadness and pain, tears in his eyes were evidence to this assumption.

Aearion was amazed by this beautiful voice singing words of love that he would never forget. "I'm going to miss you and I would never forget you." Aearion replied, emphasizing his statement with a soft but passionate kiss.

After watching The Phantom of the Opera, they decided to have a Lord of the Rings marathon. Therefore, for the next 6 hours or so, they watched and discussed the movies. After discussions were over-debated and the movies were all worn out, they settled in the bedroom where they both were spending the night together. After washing up and dressed down to their matching green silk boxers, the couple retired to the bed.

"Before I forget, Harry, I have your birthday present." Aearion slid off the bed and padded softly to the dresser that was on the other side of the room. Placed on it was a small box Harry hadn't noticed before.

Aearion returned to the bed and slipped under the covers. Harry quickly shifted so that he lay between Aearion's bent knees and leaned up against his firm chest. Waiting until Harry was comfortable, Aearion handed the gift to his smiling lover. Contentedly, he wrapped his now free hands around Harry's waist and leaned forward watching him with an expectant look. Eager to see what it was, Harry carefully but quickly ripped the wrapping paper until all he had left was a black velvet box.

When Harry opened the box he was shocked. Inside was a gorgeous Fellowship pendant that he had wanted for almost a year. The necklace consisted of the Fellowship Brooch design in sterling silver etched with green enamel. It was truly beautiful.

Aearion took the pendant and draped it around Harry's neck. Laying a soft kiss on the nape of Harry's neck after fastening the clasp, Aearion whispered, "I know you wanted this for awhile so it was high time that I got it for you. There is another surprise for you waiting underneath." Harry couldn't keep the tears away as this was one of the most precious gifts he had ever received. Harry couldn't wait to find out what his other present was.

Lifting the piece of wrapping paper that was holding the pendant, Harry saw another piece of jewelry, to be exact, a ring. It also was in the same design as the Fellowship necklace. Harry took the ring out of its place and noticed an inscription on it. I'll be in your heart forever. No matter what happens. Harry looked up into the eyes of his dearest. "Thank you so much Aearion. You have no idea much this means to me."

"I know how much it means to you. I hope you take my advice to heart. Believe it in you heart and it will keep you strong."

Aearion leaned down to kiss Harry and Harry responded eagerly. The kiss started off nice and sensual but quickly it turned into a good passionate snog. Harry felt like he wanted to preserve this kiss for eternity as they held each other. Finally, their lungs begged for air, and they were forced to part.

"Why don't we get some sleep, we want to be awake and ready for tomorrow. I want our last day together to be special. I know I have been away before, but this is a special case because of the unknown amount of time I will be gone."

Harry nodded his agreement in response.

"Alright, time to get to bed. Goodnight Harry." Aearion pulled Harry close and wrapped his arms around the smaller man's lithe body. He smiled as he felt Harry relax into his embrace.

"Goodnight Aearion. I love you." "And I you brat, go to sleep."

T.B.C…

Lyrics are from Andrew Lloyd Webber's Original score of the Phantom of The Opera

A/N Sorry for the lateness, things got in the way. Check my homepge (in my FFN profile) for deleted scenes and picture reference that was mentioned in this chapter.

Thank you to everyone who reviewed! At least some people like my fic. I'll do your review responses on my LJ later tonight or tomorrow!