Over the next couple of weeks Harry grew stronger, he had been discharged from the hospital wing and given permission to stay with Severus as of course the headmaster knew of their relationship. Severus chuckled as he remembered the headmaster's reaction. Well its about bloody time I knew my two sons belonged together, and Harry don't worry the wizardring world believes you fall in love with who ever you fall in love with and that's the way it goes. Harry slept in Severus' super king size bed being held by his recent boyfriend everynight of the week, although it still amazed him with Severus there to wrap him up in his arms and hold him he slept peacefully without a single nightmare or tear. Fidgeting in bed Harry opened his eyes to the surprisingly bright sunrise; it was the morning of his 16th birthday. Turning over he saw Severus grinning at him; he seemed to be more excited than the birthday boy himself was, he knew that Severus had got him a present as he was forced to spend a day with Albus. It honestly hadn't been that bad, many games of chess laughter and conversations took place but it wasn't the same without Severus there.

"Happy birthday babe I cant believe you are 16 now, well going by your height your not but there you go"

"Oi you cheeky git. Well I guess its about bloody time isn't it really"

"I was only joking Harry you have grown a lot, your only 3 inches shorter than me at 5ft 9inches, what a shame I'm almost 6ft"

Chuckling at the look of shock but joy on Harry's face Severus bent down and swooped Harry up into his arms. Harry laughed it still surprised him how much Severus had taken to caring for him, he didn't have to do anything he always got it done for him, he was always being shown love and affection he truly was happier than he ever thought possible.

"I can walk you know Sev."

"I know but I wanted to carry you. I like looking after you; you know that, besides it's an extra excuse to be close to you gorgeous" Harry laughed "You have some good friends you know."

Severus said as he walked into their living area placing Harry down into a laying position on the couch he bent down and kissed him. After breaking the kiss he moved to sit in front of Harry ready to pass him his presents. Harry who after such a breath-taking kiss hadn't noticed his pile of presents on the floor gasped as he caught a glimpse. He had never been this spoilt before. So this is what birthdays are all about being spoilt with love and affection, being in love and having someone love you back and then there's the presents. God what have I missed out on. I guess people are making it up to me now. Let me see what have we here:

The Weasleys: Blue jumper with a gold H on the front and a lion on the back.

Hermione: Four books; A guide to quidditch, best way to learn potions, most advanced potions and advanced dada.

Ron: Photos of everyone from the Gryffindor house and the Weasley family. Ron also, gave him a camera that took photos and printed them out instantly. He took a photo of Severus as soon as he got this and placed it in with the rest.

Hagrid: A black necklace with a tooth hanging from it as well as his favourite sweets.

Remus: A picture of Remus, Sirius, James, and Harry when he was a baby.

Albus: 5 books, which were a magical kind of muggle email. Albus had one himself. Harry kept one and so had four to give to people.

"So who are you going to give the other four to?"

"Well Ron, Hermione, Remus, and most importantly you Sev"

"Ok thanks Harry I will be right back my love"

Severus returned a moment later and placed a few small packages on the floor as he enlarged them Harry noticed just how many there actually was. Starring at Severus he noticed the smirk on his face, taking a rough estimate Harry realised there must have been at least 40 presents. What on earth had Severus bought him? Harry guessed a lot of it must be clothes. Muggle clothing I hope he knows I hate those bloody robes, well I doubt he would to he hates them as well how could he forget? Anyway stop chatting to yourself open your goddamn presents.

"Severus, babe, you really shouldn't have bought me this much. But I know your going to say but you deserved it so I'm going to say thank you darling. I love you."

"I wanted to get you some presents so I have now bloody hurry up and open them."

Severus gave Harry the presents one by one watching as he smiled each and everytime, he guessed that spending so much time with the boy and since they both spoke a lot they really did know everything about each other. Harry as he guessed got lots of (thank god) muggle clothing and a few casual black robes as well as some beautiful colour green dress robes. The muggle clothing consisted of; black trousers, blue and black jeans of all types of fitted styles. Next was the fitted casual t-shirts mostly of the blue, pink and yellow colour, a few smarter black t-shirts including one very tight black t-shirt. Of course there was smart shirts either white or black, a black leather jacket, some blue and white shorts, swimming trunks, hundreds of plain black boxer shorts, white trainer socks, a few jackets, a pair of smart black shoes, 4 pairs of Nike trainers and lastly a blue cap. Severus also, gave Harry a key with the word forever on it, which was his password to his private chambers. Harry's favourite present however was a silver bracelet that had the words "always and forever loved, Severus" Harry put this on and found it fitted him perfectly.

"Thank you Sev it is beautiful"

"That's ok Harry you deserve it all. I love you"

Leaning over Harry gave Severus a kiss on his thin lips and smiled, he really did love all of his presents and now after receiving the key he felt like he was at home. Standing up Severus took Harry's hands and pulled him up into a full-hearted hug, holding Harry close made him feel warmth in his heart. Agreeing they decided it that they had better put all Harry's clothes and things away in the bedroom before they had to go down to dinner. Walking into the bedroom Harry realised a double wardrobe had appeared and Severus instantly performed spell to hang his clothes up. Harry smiled at the thought that all his dreams were now coming true, Severus and he were in love and they were basically living together.

"Harry how come you are so strong I mean all that you have been through and you still have a big smile on your face? Don't get me wrong I'm glad that you can still be happy just I need to no you are really happy and are not just hiding the pain."

"Severus I am happy because I have the love of my life with me. Look babe you helped me get through this, yes so before I managed to always hide the pain, the hurt, the sadness but none of that matters now its over. I doubt I would have been able to move on if I didn't have you helping me, you mean the world to me and I love you that's why I am so strong"

"I cannot believe you have escaped Voldemort five times Harry. I mean adults face him and they die, they can't even say his name but you, you were a baby the first time you met him. Yes I know that was due to your mothers love but Harry all those other times must have taken more than simple luck."

"Hey if you fear the name you fear the thing itself and to be honest I don't fear old

Voldie. Yes I have been lucky a lot but I know that the love I feel got me through it; I want to end this terrible war. I want kids to grow up in a world they are happy in. No one should have to run from something they fear."

"Voldie?"

"Yeah Voldie it's his new nickname. I have come to the conclusion that I know him well enough to give him nicknames, he is always in my life so why not? Besides he calls me HAR, Potter, and many other things why can't I do the same?"

"I guess but still Harry you really are crazy he would kill you if he heard you using those names. I just…this is so typical of you. I love you babe your so honest, so cute, so fearless."

"Yes Severus I know you love me and I love you as well. Babe what do you mean IF he heard me? What's the point in giving someone and nickname and then never calling him it?"

Dobby suddenly appeared in their bedroom, this came as a real shock to Severus he knew that Dobby was loyal to Harry but still it was slightly annoying. After being informed that they were due in the Great Hall in matter of 15 minutes both the men broke apart and went to get dressed. Since Severus had already spoken to Albus about allowing Professors and Students to wear muggle clothing during school holidays, and some days during the school year he informed Harry they were allowed to wear muggle clothing. Severus dressed himself in a pair of blue fitted jeans that hugged his backside nicely and a white button t-shirt, he eventually decided on a pair of his beige wallabies. Sitting down on the bed Severus watched as Harry dressed himself in a pair of light blue fitted jeans very much the same as Severus' and a short sleeve pink shirt, leaving some of the buttons undone. Severus chuckled as he watched Harry try on all his shoes deciding for the smart black ones in the end. Hmmmmmm he looks quite attractive in that, he is going to be the death of me if he leaves that shirt undone. Shit he is as well isn't he? Damn all that work the muggles gave him although you can see his ribs still and that scar on his stomach is visible but he is so toned.

"You look fantastic Harry, I just…wow. I'm glad I chose you those clothes .I got you all the correct sizes so they fit you just right babe. I love you Harry, I mean it I really do"

"Thank you Severus you look great to. I love you to Sev, I mean it as well you know you have been so nice to me but I have always loved you and always will"

Knowing they were already 5minutes late Severus and Harry rushed down to the Great Hall for breakfast stopping just outside the oak doors Severus gave Harry a quick kiss before walking in front of him. As Harry entered he noticed there were no tables laid out, no head table where he had been sitting, what was going on? Glancing around he noticed that there was a single table covered in food to the far left of the hall, a massive dance floor had been placed in the middle however it seemed the place was empty apart from him and Severus. As he searched Severus' eyes for any clue of what was going on he saw that at least 40 people suddenly appeared in the Great Hall shouting Happy Birthday to him. Wait a second? Are you being serious? There is the Weasleys, Hermione, the Professors wait this is my first birthday party. I wonder who arranged this I bet it was Severus bless him. Once he had finally got over the shock at having a birthday party he moved forward to greet everyone, firstly receiving a big hug from Mrs. Weasley of course. Thanking everyone for their presents he began chatting away like it was under normal circumstances, spotting Albus he called him over to join the conversation.

"Harry how come you are here at Hogwart's anyway? Did something happen to your aunt and uncle"

"Well you see as I am always requesting to stay at Hogwart's over the summer as I don't particularly get on with my muggle relatives Albus sent Severus to come collect me a few weeks ago."

"Yes Harry I know, I sent Albus a letter. Hedwig came to see me she was quite upset. She is fine now though I fed her up and placed her in the owlery. So you and the git are getting on well"

"Thank you for taking care of her Ron and he is not a git. Yes we are getting on well thank you for asking, if you don't know already he arranged this for me. I'm living with him now please accept him Ron he loves me and I love him. He really isn't who you think he is Ron. Just wait you will see, keep reading the daily prophet I believe he is posting his story in there shortly"

"Harry I guess you can't help who you fall in love with, I will give the man a chance but if he hurts you Harry I will go after him."

Harry smiled at Ron this must be the only thing he had ever said that made sense, looking around he saw everyone nodding in agreement. Wow this is amazing I didn't think they would take it that well at all but I guess I am wrong. Hermione moved forward and pulled him into a hug explaining that she was so happy Harry had finally realised the better things in life. Now that everyone knew of their relationship Severus felt comfortable enough that he could be himself, he moved behind Harry and wrapped his arms around his waist leaning his head on his shoulder he whispered I love you. As the conversation continued about the events of the summer people gradually got used to having Severus there, as they heard him laugh and joke they realised the reasons why Harry loved him.

"Harry can we talk to you alone please?" Fred and George asked Harry.

"Yeh sure, be back in a minute Sev love you"

Wondering what on earth the twins wanted he quickly pecked Severus on his nose and

followed the pair. Severus nervously ran his hand through his hair. Shall I say it back? But what about all these people? Sod them I love Harry and I want the world to know it, well fucking shout it back then you fool.

"Love you Harry"

Everyone spun round and starred at the man, had he really just told Harry he loved him? Ron was in a total world of his own thinking all sorts of things before realising he truly had got their potions master all figured out wrong. He looks fantastic, looking at him dressed like this with shorter hair and no robes he looks so happy, he cant be older than 33, although I always thought he was 45. He has gorgeous hair when it doesn't look greasy; the clothes are so fitted they show his very masculine figure I always thought he was a lanky git. I cant really blame Harry for loving this man, look at Harry he looks just as attractive in that shirt and those jeans never seen him look better. I just can't get over the fact that the potions master can laugh and joke better than any of us it's unreal. Severus noticed everyone starring at him, obviously the fact that he can actually say I love you, he can joke and laugh has surprised all of Harry's friends.

"Damn I wasn't that much of a git last year was I?"

"Yes you were Severus"

Severus looked in shock at Harry who had just finished his secret discussion with the Weasley twins quickly turning around he closed his eyes not wanting people to see how hurt he was. Not realising that people could see the single tear that dripped salt water into his lips he sighed. Why did he say that? I can't believe I hurt him so much back then I'm such a fool I loved him even last year I loved him. I never meant to hurt him. I thought he had forgiven me. Severus was suddenly pulled from his thoughts as he felt two very strong arms wrap around him, feeling the warmth that radiated from the person gave away that it was Harry. Melting into the touch Severus placed his head on Harry's shoulder.

"I was only joking Severus you have never been a git to me, I knew the reasons why you done it and I know even better now. Please babe I love you, you know I do and I know you regret all the past years but Severus think of how much you have helped me. Think of how much you love me."

He kissed Severus softly on the lips just to prove that they were truly in love and that Harry was grateful the man was there. Seeing this display of affection between the once most hated Potions master and the boy who lived caused everybody in the Great Hall to go "awwwwwww". This caused the couple to laugh totally forgetting that there was ever anything to be upset about. They turned back to the Weasley family, Hermione and Albus to continue the joyful conversations. Suddenly in the middle of a conversation concerning muggle sweets and bonbons Harry squeezed Severus' hand to the point where he almost broke his bones before screaming out in pain. Severus starred at Harry in shock before sinking to the floor cradling Harry in his arms whilst he lay there screaming and lashing around with one hand on his forehead. Severus through curiosity and fear removed Harry's own hand from his forehead only to find blood flowing from his scar. Severus along with many people around him gasped in shock at the sight before them. Harry looked like he was fighting something, Severus had been informed of the visions Harry lived through by both Albus when they had started and by Harry himself when he was speaking of the past however he had never actually been present when one was happening.

"Sev …don't go… kill you… if go,"