A/N-I'm sorry to say that we're getting close to the end...I hope you stick with it until then! Thanks for the reviews!

Chapter 35

When Ginny's pregnancy hit six months she finally convinced herself that it was time to tell her family. Ron and Harry were preparing for work at the ministry and Hermione was considering becoming a professor at Hogwarts. On a very warm evening, the entire Weasley family was gathered for dinner at the burrow and Ginny thought it best to tell them all at once. Mr. Weasley was chatting with Bill and Fleur as Charlie and the twins were discussing the joke shop's latest product. Mrs. Weasley was discussing wedding plans with Ron and Hermione as Harry listened in with great boredom.

Ginny took a deep breath and stood. She began twirling her napkin and staring at her feet. "Mum and Dad" Everyone stopped talking and looked at Ginny. Her heart began to pound and a large lump formed in her throat almost strangling her. The silence made her stomach drop and her palms sweat but she breathed again and continued. "Um, I need to tell all of you something. As you all know by now, Draco and I have stopped seeing each other. It doesn't matter why but it doesn't have anything to do with what I'm about to tell you. Draco doesn't even know what I'm about to tell you." Ginny fidgeted with her hands causing the napkin to fall on the floor. Harry picked it up and handed it back to her with an encouraging smile. Ginny swallowed hard and whispered. "I'm six months pregnant."

Mrs. Weasley gasped as Mr. Weasley took off his glasses and wiped his eyes. Everyone else was silent and shocked. Ron however, was infuriated. He jumped up and screamed. "I told you not to trust him! I just knew something like this would happen! But no! All of you had to accept him. You just had to allow him and Ginny to see each other! And now look at her! Pregnant and alone!"

Ron stormed out of the house as Hermione ran after him. Harry cleared his throat and stood next to Ginny. "You're not alone Ginny. You have all of us here to support you." He hugged her tightly as Ginny's eyes filled with tears.

The twins got up and hugged her as well. "We're not happy about this Ginny." Fred said harshly.

"But we'll be there for you." George finished as they both walked out of the house fuming.

Mrs. Weasley was still seated and staring at Ginny while tears streamed out of her eyes. Mr. Weasley returned his glasses to his face and hugged her. "You have nothing to be ashamed of Ginny. Everything will work out fine."

Mrs. Weasley interrupted and had an irritated tone to her voice. "Why haven't you told Draco?"

Ginny shrugged in shame. "I just can't Mum."

Mrs. Weasley's tone was now more angry. "And why not? He's the father! He has a right to know!"

Draco's rights had never even occurred to Ginny. She suddenly felt extremely selfish. But then she remembered why they stopped seeing each other. "Mum, he went back to the manor…To his father….To Voldemort! He's been working for him."

Mrs. Weasley burst out laughing as the tears continued to fall. "Rubbish! Why would you think that?"

Ginny was truly offended that her Mum would laugh at a time like this and it appeared she was actually feeling sorry for Draco. "Because Mum. He received an owl from his father that said Voldemort was happy with him and that Draco had accomplished more than Voldemort thought he was capable of. His father also asked him to meet him in Knock Turn Alley for further orders."

Mrs. Weasley looked at her husband gesturing for him to speak. "Arthur! Say something!"

Mr. Weasley just shook his head. "Ginny, you Mum and I don't think you fully understand how dangerous Draco's life is right now. He has to be very careful in the part he plays." Mr. Weasley looked over at Ginny's hurt expression. Did they know more about this than her? "Molly, we need to change the subject back to Ginny and our next grandchild. Ginny, what are your plans?"

Ginny shrugged again. "I had only gotten as far as telling you about it. I don't know what to do now. I can't possibly go back to Hogwarts like this can I?"

Mr. Weasley nodded in agreement. "I'll send Dumbledore an owl. He'll know what's best for your education. Ginny, I don't think we need to discuss your lack of better judgment. It appears you have been putting yourself through enough stress already. Just know that your Mum and I are here for you and there won't be any other discussion of this in a negative manner. This child is a blessing."

Ginny's heart leapt at that comment. She could barely believe that he was being so accepting. Mrs. Weasley looked at Ginny's stomach and smiled. "You're not showing one bit are you dear?"

Ginny shook her head and smiled. Mrs. Weasley sat next to her and put her hand on her stomach. "This child was meant to be born in this family. Everything will be fine. Why I remember when I was pregnant with the twins, I didn't show until the last couple of months. The doctor said it was as if they were doing some sort of disappearing magic inside me….Have you even been to a doctor yet Ginny?"

Ginny's stomach dropped again. "No Mum, I just didn't think. Can we go next week?"

"Of course dear. I'll make the appointment. We'll go shopping tomorrow and buy some new clothes that will be more comfortable for you."

Ginny smiled and then looked towards the door. "What should I say to the boys? They're just disgusted with me."

Mr. Weasley placed his hand on Ginny's shoulder. "You leave them to me. They'll come around sooner than you think."

The next morning was an extremely odd one for Ginny. She awoke and immediately noticed a difference in her body. She noticed that her stomach was more round than before and she had trouble buttoning her pants. When she walked down stairs, her Mum noticed as well. "My goodness! It's as if the little dear was hiding until he knew it was safe to be seen."

"Or she?" Ginny corrected her mum.

"Yes, or she. However, boys do seem to dominate our family don't they. Let's get going dear. We'll be meeting everyone for lunch." Mrs. Weasley and Ginny found a couple of maternity outfits for Ginny which also enhanced her now bulging stomach. "You look absolutely adorable Ginny. You're really glowing."

Ginny decided to wear one of the new outfits since her pants seem to be cutting off her circulation. She chose the short pink maternity dress with white tights. After a few moments of wearing it she felt rather foolish. She was certain she resembled one of her dolls from her childhood but her Mum continued to boast about how adorable she looked in it. Diagon Alley seemed to be rather empty and quiet. The sky was overcast and the fog hadn't yet gone away. When Ginny and her Mum saw the rest of the Weasley's (Hermione and Harry included) across the street, they started to walk towards them.

Ginny was hoping they weren't going to have lunch near there as they were right next to the entrance of Knock Turn Alley. To her dismay and everyone else's absent minds, they chose a small café exactly there. Just as they were all about to enter, a flash of green light spilled out from the dark entrance and Ginny was suddenly sucked into Knock Turn Alley. Ginny's eyes fluttered open as she found herself lying on the ground surrounded by several death eaters. Ginny struggled to get to her feet and looked around for an escape. They all seemed to be laughing at her and just waiting for something to happen.

Suddenly, she saw them. The crowd of death eaters split as Voldemort and Lucius Malfoy walked up. Ginny looked around again and noticed Narcissa Malfoy and Bellatrix Lestrange were also looking on. Narcissa Malfoy seemed to become nervous and started looking from Ginny to Lucius. Voldemort noticed immediately and spoke in a quiet but hair raising voice. "Something amusing Narcissa?"

Narcissa gave a jolt as if he had never addressed her before. Her lips were moving but no words. Lucius gestured for her to speak. She breathed slowly and whispered. "My Lord, it appears that she is…She may be…Paronventio!" Narcissa flicked her wand and the golden stream of light encircled Ginny's stomach again. Lucius seemed uninterested as did the others. Narcissa however was acting extremely uncomfortable.

Voldemort addressed Lucius with an irritated tone. "You will remind your wife that her observations are unnecessary. This has absolutely nothing to do with our agenda." He pointed to Ginny's stomach in disgust. "Crucio!" Ginny's dropped to the ground twitching and screaming. She was sure her body was going to explode in pain. It suddenly stopped and Ginny curled up into a ball sobbing. Voldemort was now speaking to his followers but Ginny wasn't listening. He must have been speaking for a while as Ginny began to regain a little strength in her legs. She looked around at the death eaters again who were watching Voldemort speak and pace the area.

Ginny began to panic and wondered if Draco was working for Voldemort, why wasn't he there? If he was working for Dumbledore, why wasn't he there? Voldemort looked intrigued with Ginny as he knelt down beside her. "I must say I am a little disappointed. Your hero has not yet arrived. Why must he always keep me waiting? Ah! Finally! And you seemed to have brought along some friends although you may want to rethink one of them."

Ginny quickly looked up from the ground and saw Harry walking towards her with a look fury. He was followed by Dumbledore, Ron, and Draco. Draco could barely see Ginny as she was surrounded by the death eaters. Voldemort bowed to them but the gesture was not returned. He looked over at Harry. "Please forgive me Harry, I do have some unfinished business with the young Malfoy." Voldemort smiled at Draco and bowed again. "I don't believe I have properly thanked you Draco. You're the reason this has all become possible."

Draco glared at Voldemort as Ron shot him a look of distrust. Voldemort continued. "I was so pleased to hear of that wonderful stunt you pulled off in here to win her heart. I on the other hand found it to be a little cruel….Making her have to experience that and all. And then killing the man you had paid to rape her! Ingenious!" Ginny gasped and covered her mouth trying not to be sick. It was true. He had never loved her. He had deceived her the entire time. Harry and Draco both shook their heads while smirking.

Ron tried to charge Draco but Dumbledore restrained him and whispered. "Now is not the time Ron. All will be revealed momentarily."

Voldemort became pleased with Ron's reaction and walked over to him. "Does that bother you young Weasley? You alone have been the one to see Draco for what he really is….One of us. His well thought out rescue was just the beginning. He has been deceiving you all knowing that Harry would protect the one girl he has always loved. Every wonderful thing he seemed to have accomplished was just a part of the plan. He has been completely devoted to bring you down Harry Potter. Ginny Weasley was just a bonus of the job….And as his Mother has brought to our attention, a rather pleasant one at that." A look of confusion came over Draco's face as he looked from his Mother to Ginny.

Dumbledore walked in front of them to face Voldemort. "Enough of these lies! We've heard enough. Let's get to what you're after. Here he is." Dumbledore pointed at Harry. "He's ready for you."

Voldemort shook his head and clicked his tongue. "Lies….These are not lies you old fool. The young Malfoy has truly been one of us from the start."

Draco yelled out in anger. "You only think I've been one of you!"

Lucius gave a look of fright. "Draco! How dare you address the Dark Lord in that manner. Stop playing this little game before you regret it."

Draco scoffed and approached his Father. "I haven't been a part of your kind for more than a year. Anything I have done has been against you."

Ron yelled from behind. "You liar! You paid someone to rape her!"

Draco turned around and shouted back with frustration. "That's a lie Weasley! I would never do anything to harm her! I've always loved her and I had nothing to do with it! Tell them I had nothing to do with it." Draco now yelled at Voldemort who smiled widely.

"Oh alright….If you must know, young Malfoy here was actually being tested that night without his knowledge. I saw her walking alone and let's just say it pays to have someone like Sandoval Foxley at your mercy. I wanted to see what Draco would do being in the presence of a terrible crime. I was sure he would live up to his Father's reputation and allow it to happen but he didn't. He saved her not even realizing who she was. I was certain he would cast her aside once he found out she was a blood traitor but instead, he fell for her." Lucius and the other death eaters shook their heads in disgust. "I tried on several occasions to dispose of her but Draco seemed to always be there at the ready. I finally realized how valuable she really was as bait for Potter and decided to call upon Draco for a favor…..He returned to us and delivered very beneficial information. Without which, none of you would be here today. Until now, he seemed to be fulfilling all of my requests. So tell me young Malfoy, we are all dying to know….which side do you truly belong to?"

Draco looked at Ginny and then at his Father. He turned his back and began to walk towards Ginny. Just then his Father raised his wand. "Crucio!" Ginny screamed out in pain as Draco turned around quickly and hit his father square in the chest. "Avada Kedavra!"

Narcissa screamed out and ran towards the now dead, Lucius Malfoy. "How could you? Draco! How could you? He's dead! You killed your Father!"

Draco looked down at her in disgust and shouted as he knelt down next to Ginny. "I love her! She's the only thing that matters to me!" Ron was utterly perplexed at Draco's actions.

Voldemort laughed loudly. "Excellent! And I thought I was only going to have the pleasure of killing Harry Potter today!" Voldemort raised his wand and Draco was suddenly flung backwards hitting the ground hard and knocking him unconscious.

Harry ran towards Voldemort with his wand raised. "Enough! You wanted me! You've got me!" Voldemort began casting terrible curses towards Harry but was unsuccessful at hitting him even once. Dumbledore and Ron were now battling several death eaters and had already knocked out many of them. Harry and Voldemort were casting back and forth but seemed to not be making any progress against each other. Draco came to and tried to get to Ginny but had to battle two death eaters one of which included his aunt Bellatrix. Draco survived them both and crawled towards Ginny as he saw his Mother fleeing the scene. Before speaking a word to Ginny, Draco noticed Harry struggling with Voldemort and ran to his aide.

Ron and Dumbledore were easily finishing off the last two death eaters and noticed the same. They too ran over and the four of them stood around Voldemort. He laughed again. "You think this is the end? We've only just begun. Even if you succeed today, you can never really be rid of me! Crucio!"

Draco yelled out in pain as Harry raised his wand and yelled. "Avada Kedavra!" Voldemort dropped to the ground dead. Harry crashed to his knees panting heavily as Dumbledore knelt next to him.

Ron ran over to Ginny who was crying frightfully on the ground. He helped her stand on shaky knees as she looked around in fear. She had only heard the killing curse shortly after Draco's screams so she had no clue what really happened. Finally Draco regained his strength and stood as Ginny gasped in happiness. His face and hands were smeared with dirt and blood and he was gasping for air.

Ginny had been on the ground the entire time so Draco was completely unaware of her condition. Draco looked happily at her face and then his eyes traveled down to her stomach. His lip began to quiver as he scowled. He walked over slowly, staring at her with a look of shock and anger as he was completely unsure of what he was seeing. He dropped to his knees at her feet and began to sob. He cupped her stomach in his hands and leaned into kiss it. He buried his face in her stomach and tugged at her dress as he cried tears of happiness and anger towards her. He looked up at Ginny with tear filled eyes and whispered. "I love you Ginny. How could you not tell me?"

Ginny immediately realized that she had been the one that was guilty of deception. How could she hide his child from him? She shook her head in shame as she began to cry uncontrollably. He stood and embraced her strongly. He kissed her passionately and placed his hand on her stomach as a large smile formed on his face. Draco looked over at Ron and smiled again. "Sorry about that." Gesturing towards her stomach. Draco wasn't at all sorry, in fact he was beside himself at he the thought of Ginny carrying his child. However, he knew Ron must have been completely infuriated about it.

Ron laughed softly. "It's alright. It sounds like you two are going to be alright together. I'm just glad all this uncertainty is done with."

Harry and Dumbledore walked to them and looked Ginny over. Dumbledore spoke in a direct tone. "Draco, get her to the hospital at once. Harry and Ron, you will come with me to alert the others that it's over." They disapparated leaving Ginny and Draco alone.

Draco wanted to question Ginny at that very moment but thought it best to wait until after going to the hospital. They apparated together into St. Mungo's and after Draco slipped a nurse five hundred galleons, were admitted immediately.