All Harry Potter characters don't belong to me

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Chapter Two – An Arrangement

"Speaking"

Thinking

"A Weasley?" Lucius bellowed.

"Yes Lucius. A Weasley." Serena said calmly.

"No. Absolutely not. I will not have my son marry a Weasley." Lucius slammed his hand on the table and stood up.

Serena also stood up. "And I will not have my grandson marry a Deatheater."

"In case you've forgotten," Lucius said venomously. "I too am a Deatheater, Mother." And he looked at his mother angrily.

Serena took in a deep breath and let it out slowly. "But you don't want Draco to be one too," She said softly.

Lucius remained silent while he looked at his Mother. She was right. He didn't want Draco to be a Deatheater. He also didn't want Draco to have anything to do with the Dark Lord so he sat back in his seat and closed his eyes.

"Why the Weasley's?" he asked softly.

"Because they are a pureblooded family and there is no chance that their daughter would join the Dark Lord."

"Arthur Weasley is my sworn enemy. You know that don't you," Lucius said calmly.

"Don't you think this grudge has gone on for long enough," Serena said exasperatedly. "You are a grown man now Lucius. These school boy grudges should not be ruling your life. It also should not affect Draco's life either."

Lucius clenched his fist and looked blankly at his mother. Serena saw the state her son was in and got ready to leave. "I'll let you think about it Lucius. The past has gone and should be forgotten. Please remember that."

Serena left Malfoy Manor to allow Lucius time to think about her suggestion. When she had gone Lucius stood up and walked up to Draco's room. He stepped inside silently and watched as Narcissa tested Draco on how many Magical creatures he had memorized. Narcissa was holding the pictures of animals up and Draco was to tell her, what the animal was and what was special about them. Draco had gotten every one of them right so far and Lucius smiled secretly.

"Father," Draco said when he noticed Lucius standing in the door way. Lucius's smile disappeared from his face and he walked into the room. He placed his hand on Draco's head and patted it softly.

"It's time to practice your Piano, Draco," Lucius said.

"Yes, Father," Draco answered then left the room with his butler, Martin.

Lucius sat down in the chair where Draco had sat and faced Narcissa. Narcissa saw that her husband was worried about something so she placed her hand on his.

"Mother wants Draco to be engaged to a Weasley," Lucius finally said.

"And you don't like that," Narcissa stated.

"I despise Arthur Weasley. I'm not going to be in-laws with him."

Narcissa didn't say anything and looked down at her hand on top of his.

"Just say it Narcissa," Lucius said. He knew that something was bothering his wife.

Narcissa looked up and squeezed his hand. "I just think that this is a good opportunity for you and Arthur to sort things out. It was a very long time ago Lucius. You should really let it go."

Lucius stood up and started pacing the room. "Why do you and mother insist that I am not letting the past go?" he asked angrily.

"Then why do you hate Arthur so much?" Narcissa asked.

Lucius stopped pacing and looked straight at Narcissa. She stood up from her seat and walked over to him. She placed a hand on his cheek and then wrapped her arms around him. "We were all just kids back then, Lucius." She said into his ear. "I know his prank hurt you more than he knew, but I'm very sure that if he knew what it did then he would not have done it in the first place." Narcissa tilted her head back so that she could look at him again. "I think it's time for you to stop thinking about it. What's happened has happened and nothing can change it."

Narcissa gave her husband a peck on the cheek before leaving the room to let him think. Lucius made his way back to his study so that he could organize his thoughts. What happened many years ago was still fresh in his mind. The damage you have caused is more than you could ever understand, Arthur Weasley Lucius thought bitterly. He was determined not to let Draco be engaged to a Weasley, so he spoke to Mr. Parkinson in the fireplace and asked him to come over tomorrow afternoon for lunch and to also bring his daughter. Maybe mother will reconsider after she has met Parkinson's daughter Lucius thought hopefully.

Serena was back at her own home and was talking to an old friend over afternoon tea.

"Is he good though?" Serena asked worriedly.

"Well…" the man said hesitantly.

"Come out and say it, Nigel," Serena snapped impatiently.

"You have to understand, Serena, that some Healers in the public sector of the hospital can lack some…compassion, and sometimes even some….experience."

Serena frowned. "That means he's not a very good Healer then."

"Let's just say there are better ones," Nigel answered reluctantly and then quickly sipped some tea.

"What about the ones in the private sector. Are they any better?"

"They are better," Nigel answered happily. "Plus we have all the facilities available at all times when needed. The public sector however requires patients to go on a waiting list."

Serena nodded her head in understanding. "Is it possible then for me to transfer Ginny Weasley to the private sector at St. Mungo's?" She asked. Nigel was the chief executive at St. Mungos' and would know all the procedures.

"It's possible, but of course her parents would have to consent to it. There is also the price involved. You and I both know very well what the Weasley's are capable of and I don't think they would do that."

"What if I paid for everything? That would be alright then wouldn't it?"

"Yes it would. But Serena, speaking as an old friend, I'd like to know why you are suddenly so concerned about Ginny Weasley."

Serena smiled. "Because Nigel, she is going to be my future Granddaughter in-law."

Nigel's' eyes widened and he was speechless for a while. "You're going to engage your grandson to a very sick little girl? You can't be serious Serena. That would never work out."

"Don't worry," Serena reassured. "I am going to find her the best Healers in the world to cure her illness. This girl is special Nigel. I can sense it and I want Draco to have someone very special."

"Are you sure this is wise?" Nigel said, still very doubtful.

Serena nodded her head. "You should know how accurate my senses are. They have yet to fail me."

Nigel let out a sigh. "Very well Serena. Ginny Weasley is welcome to transfer to the private sector whenever she is ready."

"Thank you, Nigel," Serena said sincerely.

"You're welcome."

Early the next morning, Serena apparated to The Burrow and knocked on the door. She heard lots of noise coming from in the house but after a few seconds the door finally opened and a boy with shoulder length red hair greeted her.

"May I speak to your parents," Serena said gently.

"They're at the back. Would you like to come in?" the boy answered and then stood aside to let Serena in.

"Certainly," Serena answered before stepping into the house. The Burrow was small compared to Malfoy Manor and Serena's own house, but it had very warm colors. Though it was quite messy it gave off a happy family feeling.

"They're just out here," the boy said and started walking in the direction he had pointed. Serena followed him and they walked outside into the back garden.

"Mum, Dad! There's someone here to see you."

Arthur was teaching a few other boys how to ride a broom while Molly was sitting in a garden chair with Ginny sitting on her lap. The two senior Weasley's were quite shocked to see Serena at their house and told all their kids to go inside.

Ginny recognized Serena and was quite excited to see her. "Grammy," She called out excitedly and was ready to jump out of her mothers lap, but Molly had a firm grip on her.

"Bill," Molly called. "Come and take your sister inside."

The boy who answered the door walked over and smiled at his sister. "Come on Ginny, how about a piggy back ride."

Once Bill had his back facing Ginny she jumped on and laughed happily as he took her back into the house. Serena walked towards the confused couple and smiled at them.

"I'm sorry I didn't notify you before I came over," Serena apologized.

"No, No. It's quite alright," Arthur said. "What can we do for you Lady Malfoy?" Serena waited until they were all seated before she began.

"I actually have two things I'd like to talk to you about today. The first thing is that, with your permission I would like to transfer Ginny to the private sector of St. Mungo's. She'd have access to better Healers and resources over there and research can be done to help find a cure for her illness."

"But we don't have enough money to send her to the private sector," Arthur said sadly.

"Not to worry," Serena reassured. "I will handle all the costs Ginny needs to heal her illness."

"But why would you do this?" Molly asked.

"That's actually the second thing I want to talk to you about. I would also like to represent the Malfoy family and ask for your permission to have your daughter engaged to my grandson, Draco."

"No!" Arthur said instantly and stood up so quickly his chair toppled over. Serena was a bit startled at the outburst but still remained calm.

"Arthur!" Molly scolded. "Don't be rude and sit back down."

Arthur picked his chair up and sat back down. He took a deep breath and let it out before he spoke normally again.

"Thank you for you generous offer, Lady Malfoy, but I will not sell my daughter off to you." Arthur said as calmly as he could.

"I'm not trying to buy your daughter Mr. Weasley," Serena said politely as to keep Arthur listening to her. "I think Ginny is a very special little girl and she would be a great influence on Draco. Please think through all of the options before you decline my request. If Ginny were to be engaged to Draco then she would be apart of the Malfoy family and I would do everything I could to help heal her."

Arthur and Molly looked at each other. "I would be honored," Molly said.

"What?" Arthur said. "Molly, we must think this through very thoroughly. We're talking about Ginny's future here."

"She won't have a future if she doesn't get better treatment," Molly said sternly. "Would you rather see her die?"

"No," Arthur answered. "But…"

"Then it's settled." Molly said determinedly and then looked at Serena. "I give my consent to have Ginny engaged to your grandson."

"That's wonderful," Serena said happily. "And you Mr. Weasley?"

"I want to see Lucius first," Arthur said.

Serena stood up from her seat. "Of course. How about we go see him now, Mr. Weasley? We can bring Ginny with us so that she can meet Draco as well."

"Now will be fine," Arthur said and made his way back into the house.

Molly ordered Bill to look after all his siblings while they went out for a while. Arthur was carrying Ginny and they were laughing quietly about something private. Arthur gave Ginny a kiss on her forehead and whispered some words before all three adults apparated to Malfoy Manor. They arrived at the front door and Serena knocked. Martin opened the door and greeted them.

"Where is my son?" Serena asked.

"He's in the tea room with the Parkinson Family," Martin replied. Serena frowned.

"I'll go and get him," Serena told the Weasley's. "Escort my guests to the study, Martin," Serena ordered before she walked off to the tea room.

Lucius was now really glad that he had not obliviously engaged Draco to Pansy Parkinson. This little girl was already giving off the vibes of a little tramp and she was only six. Pansy was sitting between her parents dressed in a violet colored spaghetti strapped dress. She wore earrings, a bracelet on each wrist, a necklace, a ring and even an anklet. Her hair was tied up into a little bun and had glittering clips everywhere. She even had a hint of makeup on. This was obviously the work of Mrs. Parkinson, but she's only six for Merlin's sake. Lucius could already imagine what Pansy would be like when she got older.

"So, Lucius," Mr. Parkinson started. "Why have you called us all here today?"

"Well…" Lucius said. He was raking his brain trying to think of an idea to get out of this mess. Maybe the Weasley girl will be better than this

The door to the tea room opened and in walked Serena. Everyone in the room stood up but she motioned for them to sit back down.

"The Parkinson's. How nice of you to drop by," Serena said politely and then looked at her son. "Could I speak to you for a minute, Lucius?"

"Excuse me," Lucius said and then stood up from his seat. Narcissa and Draco still remained in the room so they could see to their guests. Lucius stepped out of the tea room and closed the door behind him. Serena was walking towards the study so he just followed. When they stepped inside and Lucius saw Arthur, he immediately frowned.

"What are you doing here, Weasley," Lucius spat.

"I invited them here," Serena answered him. "They have agreed to engage their daughter to Draco, but Mr. Weasley wanted to speak to you first."

"I didn't agree to this, Mother," Lucius said through gritted teeth.

"Would you really prefer that thing out there then?" Serena asked.

Lucius's eyebrows knitted together and his eyes fell on Ginny, who was sitting in her mothers lap fiddling with the hem of her skirt. Ginny was wearing a simple cream colored sun dress and her hair was in a ponytail. She looked up and Lucius could see her big brown eyes, her little button nose and a few freckles. She was definitely a sight for sore eyes, especially after he had seen Parkinson's daughter.

"Fine," Lucius finally said. "I'll let Draco be engaged to their daughter." He said to his mother. "Is that fine with you, Arthur," Lucius asked.

"It will be fine once I know exactly how this will work, Lucius," Arthur answered back.

Lucius smirked. "Well first of all I don't want the whole world knowing our children are engaged until they are old enough to get married."

"That's fine by me," Arthur said.

"But I would like Ginny to know who she will marry," Molly added. "I don't want it to be one of them blind engagements where they meet on the wedding night."

"That can be organized," Serena said, "Ginny can come over every week and they can get to know each other."

"Is there anything else?" Lucius said.

Arthur looked at Lucius seriously. "You better not hurt my daughter in any way, Malfoy," Arthur threatened.

"I wouldn't want to do a thing, Weasley," Lucius said coldly.

Narcissa could sense that the Parkinson's were getting impatient. Her husband had invited them over but then had left them here for half an hour now. She could also sense that Draco was getting very uncomfortable. The Parkinson's daughter was looking at Draco while smiling constantly. Narcissa was about to go and see what was happening when the door opened. Lucius walked in and following him was Serena and a little girl.

"Sorry to keep you waiting," Lucius apologized. "I had to greet a guest of mine who has traveled quite far." Lucius stepped aside so that his mother was visible.

"Please meet Draco's fiancée, Ginny Laurel," Serena said as she placed Ginny in front of her so the Parkinson's could see.

"I though you should be the first know who Draco's fiancé was," Lucius said.

Pansy and her mother were frowning while Mr. Parkinson eyed Ginny curiously. "Laurel?" He said. "I don't recognize that family name," he said.

"That's because they don't live in England. She's the granddaughter of a very old friend of mine who lives in Ireland."

"Oh," was all Mr. Parkinson could say. Serena had this all thought out and would not slip up easily.

"The engagement party will be next week. I hope to see you there," Serena said.

"Of course," Mr. Parkinson said forcefully. "We best get going now then."

The Parkinson's were escorted out by some servants and Narcissa let out a sigh. She looked over at Draco about to ask if he was hungry but noticed that his gaze was fixed ahead. Draco was looking at Ginny with curious eyes.

"Come, Narcissa." Lucius called. "I need you in the study."

Narcissa placed a hand on Draco's shoulder and guided him to the study. Once inside, the whole situation was explained to Narcissa while Draco and Ginny kept looking at each other curiously.

End of Chapter Two. Thank you for reading and I hope you review.