A/N-That would have been a great cliff hanger but I chose not to torture you all again. I like you guys too much. Enjoy!

Chapter 44

Draco apparated onto the dramatic entry of Enchanted Medicine and began shouting for help. "I need to see a healer at once! Jasmine? Is anyone here?" Draco pleaded.

The tall attractive blonde closed an office door behind her and ran to Draco. "Master. Malfoy? What happened to her? Quickly, this way."

She led him into the large room Ginny had once occupied while recovering from the horrific labor she had endured at St. Mungo's. Draco placed her gently on the bed and felt someone sweep behind him quickly. It was the healer that had cared for her previously. The short plump man placed his hands on Ginny's cheeks and then her heart. Draco watched his hands move magically over Ginny and thoughts of her death clouded his mind. Thoughts of her never waking up haunted for the second time in his life. The healer cleared his throat loudly as he continued to examine her. "Master Malfoy….Master Malfoy….Draco?"

Draco shook his grim thoughts out of his head and answered. "Yes?"

"What took place before you brought her here? I'm sensing she fainted?" The healer asked quietly.

"Yes. I had just asked for her hand…..You can't possibly think I excited her into a state of shock!" Draco asked with a frightened tone.

The healer smiled. "No Master Malfoy, I just need to ensure she wasn't cursed again. Her body seems tired, under nourished, and fighting something. You're certain no one could have cursed her?"

Draco nodded absentmindedly. "No one was around. It happened just after I slipped the ring on….Good God! Could it be cursed?"

Draco grabbed for the ring and slid it off her finger inspecting it carefully. The healer sighed heavily. "It is a possibility Master Malfoy. Anything remotely close to the cruciatus curse on her would be deadly but I don't think that that is what's going on." The healer closed his eyes as he felt her head again followed by her heart and stomach. "I need to fully examine her so in the mean time, why don't you bring the ring to the Ministry for inspection?"

Draco shot a deadly glare at the healer he had always respected. "I-am-not-leaving-her-side. You know me too well to think I would Frank."

Frank grinned slightly and spoke with a calm yet stern voice. "And you know me too well to think that I would send you away if I thought for even a moment that her condition would worsen." Draco blushed embarrassedly. "Whatever has caused her to lose consciousness is not going to kill her however, I need to rule out the ring. You have my word that the woman you love will be in either the same or better condition once you return." He led him out of the room just as Draco was about to speak. "I will owl her family immediately. Do hurry back Master Malfoy."

Draco thanked him and walked out of Enchanted Medicine with a shaking head. He had just taken orders from someone he trusted and respected but was still uneasy about it. He disapparated for the Ministry. He raced through the doors passing the fountain and headed directly for Department of Magical Law Enforcement. Arthur Weasley was on his way out from a long day and became startled at Draco's current state and presence. Draco caught sight of him and darted towards him in a panic. "SSSir. Ginny. I don't know what happened!"

Mr. Weasley lost a small amount of color in his face and spoke quickly. "What is it son? I was sure she would say yes….What's wrong?"

Draco bit his lip and shook his head. "She fainted sir. Out of no where! I need someone to check to see if this ring has been cursed. SSShe fainted shortly after I slipped it on. Oh my God! I can't lose her! I can't go through this again!"

Draco broke down into tears for the second time in front of the man he highly regarded as a Father figure. Mr. Weasley wrapped his arms around Draco and whispered. "She'll be fine Draco. She's got you on her side. Now let's get this ring looked at." He guided Draco into a lab, mumbled something to a tall heavy set man who immediately went to work on the ring. Mr. Weasley cleared his throat nervously at the silence. "So, she did say yes?"

Draco nodded as he watched the inspection carefully. The memory of meeting with Mr. and Mr. Weasley asking for permission to marry their only daughter brought little comfort to Draco's terrified mind at the moment.

The man used his wand and several incantations on the ring. He sighed and shook his head. "Nothing Arthur. It's completely clean. There isn't a trace of dark magic on it." This caused Draco and Mr. Weasley to sigh in relief.

The man handed the ring to Draco and watched them leave in silence. They walked swiftly passed the fountain and were suddenly stopped by an owl who dropped a letter into Mr. Weasley's hand. He opened it and read quickly. "Molly's frantic. She just received an owl from Enchanted Medicine. She's on her way already. Shall we?"

Draco nodded again as they apparated back to Enchanted Medicine. They walked promptly into Ginny's room and with a huge amount of relief found her chatting happily with her Mum. Frank the healer, was jotting down notes. He greeted them and winked at Draco as he turned to leave them in privacy. Draco and Mr. Weasley both swore they heard him funnily whisper something that sounded like 'you old dog!'

Draco ran to Ginny and planted several kisses all over her face. He held her hand in his and whispered. "I love you Red. Stop doing things like that to me! Hello Mrs. Weasley."

Mrs. Weasley beamed at the sight of Draco not wanting to remove his grasp on Ginny. "Hello dear. Thank you for having them inform us so quickly. Although I don't like the reasons we've occupied this place, I do love they way they treat us all."

Draco nodded and kissed Ginny again. He placed the ring back on her finger. Ginny smiled weakly. "I was wondering where that went. Thought maybe you had second thoughts about us.

Draco smiled. "Never! We just had to be sure. Now tell me, what happened back there? Why did you faint?"

Ginny blushed and looked at her Mum who was positively bursting in smiles. "Because Draco, you're going to be a Father again."

Draco shot up and smiled. "What? I am?" He looked at Mrs. Weasley who nodded excitedly and then at Mr. Weasley who shrugged with a grin.

Draco hooted happily as he jumped up slamming his head into the above light fixture. It crashed down just as he moved out of the way. He blushed and rubbed the top of his head with squinted eyes. "Sorry about that. Merlin! This is wonderful! Another one! And what perfect timing!"

Draco was practically dancing around the room as she giggled with her parents. "He really is an embarrassing git." She whispered as they nodded with smiles. "Draco….Draco….Draco!"

"Huh? What? Oh I'm sorry Ginny." He was currently yelling down the corridor about becoming a Father again. He stepped away from the doorway closing the door and sat next to her on the bed. "Will they need to keep you much longer? There's much to be done. What with the boys having a new brother or sister…..Wow, three children!"

Ginny shook her head at his un-Draco like behavior but savored it just the same. The fact that another baby caused him to display childish actions was more than comforting to her. She once again tried to gain his full attention. "Draco….Draco."

He wasn't listening as he was playing with her fingers. "I bet it's another boy. Can you imagine? Three Malfoy boys at Hogwarts? Those snotty little Gryffindor's won't know what hit them."

The three Weasley's shot a glaring look at him. "Who in their right mind could possibly think that any of my children would be sorted into Slytherin? That's outrageous!" Ginny crossed her arms at the embarrassing comment he had made in front of her parents.

Draco scoffed. "They're Malfoy's Ginny. And they're purebloods thanks to us both. They'll be sorted into Slytherin….You'll see."

Ginny practically shoved him out of the bed. "MY CHILDREN WILL NOT BE IN SLYTHERIN!"

Draco was suddenly shaken from his daydreaming as his bum hit the floor. He looked up at Ginny with a dumbfounded grin. "Did I say something wrong?"

Now it was Ginny's turn to scoff. Mrs. Weasley placed a gentle hand on Ginny's shoulder. "My dear, neither of you have control over what house they'll be sorted into so why don't we save this battle for another time. Ginny, don't you have something to tell Draco?"

Ginny shook her head in defiance. "He doesn't deserve to know! You're an immature evil little prick Malfoy!"

Draco burst out laughing at the insults as he stood. "I'm sorry Ginny! I'm just excited….Please don't be mad? Please Ginny?" He bat his wonderfully long eyelashes at her which made her melt instantly.

He knew he could swoon her with the smallest flirt. She blushed and pat the spot on the bed she had pushed him from. He jumped back on. "What is it Red?" He asked now with a concerned tone. "Are you going to have difficulty with this pregnancy as well? What can I do to make it easier?"

Ginny shook her head with a smile. "It's a wonder you and Hermione never hit it off. You talk more than she does sometimes."

"That's why we never hit it off. I don't like to be outdone." Draco said arrogantly.

Ginny smiled. "Well you've outdone yourself this time Draco…..We're having twins again…..A boy and a girl."

Draco yelled in happiness again as Mr. Weasley hugged his wife. "This is wonderful! A boy and a girl? This is the best damn day in my entire life!" Draco hugged Ginny tightly but was distracted at the pouring of Weasley's and Potter's into her room. Everyone arrived together and were escorted in by an overwhelmed Jasmine.

They all bore a relieved look at the sight of Ginny's happiness. Fred threw his hands in the air. "Jesus Ginny! Stop scaring us like this! We thought you were done for….Again!"

Ginny hugged Fred and the others which took several minutes. Harry held her hand and looked deeply into her eyes. "What happened Ginny? Are you ill?"

Ginny smiled and shook her head. Draco was swaying back and forth and looked as if he would burst at any minute. Ginny gestured for him to speak. "I'M GOING TO BE A FATHER AGAIN! TWINS…AGAIN! A BOY AND A GIRL!"

Everyone either hugged or kissed in happiness. Ron shook his head as he grasped Draco's hand. "Ever heard of a little something called a contraception potion Malfoy?"

Draco shrugged. "I guess I'm just too pure for that Weasley….Besides, I can't keep your sister off of me."

Ron made a vomit gesture as Harry laughed loudly and slapped Draco's back. "Good old Ginny….The bathroom's that way Ron." Harry pointed as Ron's green face was worsening. Ron decided to sit down instead as Hermione fanned him lovingly. Harry turned back to Draco. "Congratulations Malfoy. Sounds like you're going to have your hands full there."

Just then George yelled. "What's that on your finger there? Don't tell me." Ginny nodded. "You're not going to take his bloody name are you?"

Ginny kicked her brother in the arm. "Of course I am you twit!"

George walked to Draco with an evil smile and whispered. "I just like to see her get all riled up. Congratulations Malfoy."

Draco thanked him and took in the entire room of mostly redheads. He watched as Ginny, Emmery, Hermione, and Mrs. Weasley talked animatedly about the upcoming wedding and babies. He watched as the twins, Bill, and Charlie teased their Father about getting older with more grandchildren. He watched Harry and Ron look at Ginny lovingly. Ron's overprotective complex was uplifting to Draco. It was more than beneficial to have him looking out for Ginny at all costs. Draco liked having Ron in his corner even though he would never admit it to anyone. He noticed the difference in how Harry looked at Ginny compared to Ron. Ron seemed to always have that disapproving I told you so look while Harry merely bore a look of intrigue and fascination for Ginny. Harry's adoring eyes weren't at all a threat to Draco. He knew Harry loved her. He also knew that that was as far as either of them would take it. Harry was madly in love with Emmery and Ginny was madly in love with him (Draco). This was his life and he loved every piece of it.

Ginny was given strict instructions on how to care for herself during the pregnancy and had to visit Enchanted Medicine once a week. With the distraction of the end of term coming and all the wedding plans Ginny barely had a moment to rejoice in the newly announced pregnancies. Hermione and Emmery were both expecting again. Hermione tortured Ron with the recent idea of not finding out the sex of the baby. Emmery heard of the idea and thought it was marvelous. She eventually convinced Harry that the surprise would just add to the excitement of their new baby.

Already having been through the unexpected outbursts and emotions of pregnancy, Ron and Harry simply crossed their arms and pouted rather than argue. One Sunday breakfast at the Burrow, Draco sat down next to Ron and nudged him in the gut. "Urgh. What was that for Malfoy?" Ron said as he rubbed his stomach.

Draco winked and whispered. "Couldn't keep her off you eh? Ah well, it happens to the best of us Weasley. I will say this, you have just created yet another Granger. One that will talk and talk and talk and talk….Oh and don't forget the talking….Or the nagging for that matter. Cheers Weasley." Draco slapped Ron's knee and left the room.

Ron thought hard about the comment as he looked at Hermione helping Mrs. Weasley prepare the food. She suddenly turned around and smiled making Ron feel all warm inside. He loved her and creating more things just like her was brilliant as far as he was concerned. He loved how much she talked though he would never admit that to another living soul.

That same day Draco approached Harry who had just arrived with his son James outside. Emmery had arrived hours earlier to chat with Mrs. Weasley. "Let me see that little tike. Yup, he's got Potter written all over him the poor little lad. I was hoping the Malfoy genes would arise sooner than later. Well at least he has our eyes….Hey Potter, can I ask you something?" Draco lowered his voice as he held James and looked over his shoulder.

Harry was more than interested on what could possibly be so important to whisper. "What is it Malfoy?"

Draco looked over his shoulder again. "What do you say Potter? James will be in Slytherin or Gryffindor?"

Harry laughed softly and slanted his head at Draco. "It's a bit early for that don't you think?"

Draco nodded but then eyed Harry suspiciously. "You think he's going to be sorted into Gryffindor….Don't lie to me Potter. You've been giving this a fair bit of thought lately haven't you?"

Harry broke into a wide grin. "I bought him a Gryffindor jumper but Emmery won't allow me to put him in it….Says I'm interfering and being presumptuous. But I'll bet my life's fortune that if I bought him anything with the Slytherin crest on it, he'd be wearing it right now….She always dresses him in green….If anyone's interfering it's her….Don't tell her I said that alright?"

Draco chuckled and nodded. "Ginny's the same way. She says I buy too much green for them….Personally I think she's just sore about the whole blonde hair blue eyes thing. She probably thinks she let her family down by not producing more redheads to irritate the world with….Don't tell her I said that."

Harry sighed. "I can keep your woman in the dark if you do the same for me." Draco nodded happily and handed James back to his Father. As Harry walked into the house, Draco watched him and thoughts began to reel in his head. Only a moment ago, he was blissfully holding Harry Potter's only son. That son by which was created with Draco's cousin Emmery Malfoy. Draco had always been told that life was never to turn out this way. Pure bloods caring for and even loving muggle borns or half breeds. He was taught to strike at his enemies in any way possible. Not to reconcile or resolve years of hatred with them.

Draco didn't know who that evil person was just a year ago. He couldn't even imagine hating Harry Potter or any of the others. Sure he could easily act as though he still loathed him but it was all still a performance out of habit. His rude comments were more of a playful manner than a vengeful one. He would do anything for this new family he had acquired. Anything at all.