Kicking my back feet, I dashed towards the house. Stopping just at the end of the grass, I crouched down to the floor. Lucius stood with his back turned towards me. Growling lowly, I smirked at the way he tensed. Putting a bit more volume, he slowly turned towards me, his eyes scanning the tall grass. Waiting until he turned back around, I creeped out of the grass with a loud bark. Lucius and Malfoy, who I just spotted jumped around. Draco stayed hidden behind his father, fear swimming in his eyes.

Lucius merely scoffed. "Your tricks won't scare me, Weasley." He pulled his wand, only to freeze at seeing five more of me appear.

Crouching down I bared my teeth, heckle raised, snarling. The other five did the same, as I took a step, the Malfoys took one back.

Mr. Weasley laughed. "I am sorry to say, but that isn't a trick of ours. That is very real my friend."

Lucius waved his wand, destroying one. Kicking to a run, he got two more before I leaped onto his chest, knocking him to the ground. Snapping my teeth centimeters from his face, I looked up with a snarl at Draco. The coward stumbled back falling on his ass. Snapping back at Lucius, I wish I had a camera to forever see that look on his face. Like father like son.

"Blimey! What is that?!" Ron yelped, as he and the others ran out.

"Call it off!" Draco ordered although it came out as more of a plea.

Falling back I watched as he picked himself up and shook his coat. Pointing the wand at me he sneered. "You will all pay for this." With one last scowl at the Weasley family, he stomped off.

Draco took a step up. "All of you." With one snap of my teeth, he whimpered running off after his father.

"Have you ever seen a snake as cowardly as that one?" Ron mumbled.

"Ronald!" Molly scolded.

"Sorry, mum."

Hermione kneeled in front of me, petting my head and scratching my neck. "When did you all get a dog?"

Molly laughed. "We didn't."

"Then-ahh!" She fell back on her ass, having turned to look at me being me again. "Athena!"

"How you do that?" Ron asked.

Wrapping the robe around, I held my hand out to Hermione. "Umm let me change first." Once showered and changed, I met everyone, but the adults in the living room. "Hey."

"So?" Ron asked.

Rolling my eyes, I pulled out my wand. "Partronom." Once more the shepherd flowed out. "It's my partronom."

"Your what?" The twins asked.

"Everyone has a patronom, it's like your spirit animal in a way. Although it is also a powerful charm, one you will all master soon. But the wizard or witch has the ability to turn into their patronom when they want to." Allowing the charm to fade away, I leaned back into the couch. "You can even make the transformation permanent. Like Sirius changing into his dog."

Ron scoffed. "I bet I have something awesome, like a dragon or tiger!"

"I see you more as a dog really." I laughed at the face he made.

As well all settled into silence, Ron had to open his big mouth. "You know tomorrow you will officially be a Black."

I groaned, tossing my head back. "Yes Ron, I know thank you so much for reminding me."

"Sorry."

"But yes as of tomorrow I will be a married woman. You know I don't think it would be all that bad. It will basically be like living with a roommate. Right?"

Hermione laughed, pulling me into a side hug. "That's a positive way of looking at things."

"Just don't let me become one of those old witches that constantly nag their husbands, spends all day inside their homes, looking like death." I mumbled. I placed my hand out, facing up. "I beg of you." With a laugh, they all took my hand.

"We won't." Harry smiled. "Besides we will soon be living together."

I hummed. "You can share the room with Buckbeak." I dodged the pillow flown my way. " Hey be nice! I am practically going to be your guardian." I stopped. "Yeah that is never going to happen." Falling into a fit of laughter, we jumped as thunderstruck outside. We all fell into silence. That was a sign, the storm was getting closer.

"Fred, you thinking what I am thinking?" George asked.

Fred nodded. "I think I am Fred." The two jumped, ordering us to as well. "Come with us." Sharing looks we followed the twins outside. They jumped onto their brooms and took off into the sky. We stood there for a moment, simply watching them fly around. Then suddenly fireworks went off. We watched in amazement as our faces appeared. Many animated ones as well. "And for the big finish!" Fred yelled. It was one with all of us together laughing.

I couldn't help, but pull them into a hug. "Have I told you how much I love you two?"

"Always." Both replied.

Glancing at my watch, I was surprised to see how late it was. "Oh, Merlin it is 1 am."

"So?!" Hermione laughed. "Let's just enjoy the moment."

Harry nodded. "I can do that."

We took a seat in the grass, talking of everything and nothing really. We left school out of the conversation. At the moment we were simply friends hanging out. At the moment they were asking if I knew where Sirius would take me for the honeymoon.

"With Fudge making him a target, I actually hope we don't go anywhere." I said.

Hermione nudged me. "And what have your honeymoon at the Grimmauld house?"

"That might not be a bad idea." Hey spend the entire week there with him, doesn't sound bad at all. "Besides that's where we will be spending Christmas right?"

"I heard Paris was very nice. The muggle's city of love." Hermione sighed, a longing look on her face.

I swear this girl. "I might suggest it. But who knows he might already have something planned." I then remembered what I have been meaning to tell her. "I invited some outer guests as well."

Ron perked up. "Who?"

"Krum and the two girls you saved. Well, I asked Remus to invite them." I watched as Ron's eyes narrowed at the ground. He really needed to get over himself and do something about it.

"Krum?" Hermione stuttered.

I nodded. "Yeah, I mean he did become our friend in that time, so I figured why not." Watching Ron become tense, I smirked. "You okay Ron?"

He quickly looked up. "Me? Yeah, oh yeah I am fine. A bit chilly ain't it?"

I glanced around and back at him. "No, not really."

"Oh, must just be me then."

Sharing a look with Harry, we smirked. "Well it is a bit late, so I suppose we should head inside." I said, looking up at the full moon. "Let's get some sleep."

"I agree." Hermione yawned.

"I second." Harry said.

"Come on, I really need to get some rest for tomorrow." I mumbled.

"Off to bed Ms. Black." Hermione laughed, as she ran into the house, dodging the rock I threw at her.

"I am going to throw her into the river tomorrow." I growled, running off after her.

"Promise?" Ron laughed.

The next morning came a bit faster than I had hoped. Well, it might also have to do with the fact, that we didn't get into bed until after 3 am. I was so happy in my dreamland, soaring through my happiest memories. That was until Ginny and Hermione came running into our shared room, and pounced onto me. They pulled the blanket back, grabbed and dragged me into the kitchen.

"I would appear as if you two, were the ones to be wed." I grumbled, letting my head drop on the table. "It is too early!"

"Early! It is 9 am, you should have been up hours ago!" Hermione exclaimed.

Ginny placed a plate of eggs, bacon, and toast in front of me. "Eat, mum is outside making sure everything is done right. She is going insane, arguing with Ms. Huffle."

I chuckled, of course, she was. "I am going to take a shower." After my shower, I changed into a simple set of shorts, and a tank top.

"Athena darling!" Molly called from downstairs.

Leaning over the rail, I called back. "Yes, mum?"

"There is a young boy here to see you." Young boy? Combing my hair, I jumped over the rail landing on the floor. "How many times have I told you not to do that."

"Sorry mum, now who is here?" I walked into the kitchen only to freeze. "Ian?"

"Hey."

Molly looked between us, before taking a few steps back. "I will be letting you two talk. Athena, I will be outside, if you need anything."

"Okay, ma." Glancing back at Ian, I gestured for him to sit. "Want something to drink?"

"No, what I want is an explanation to this." He dropped the invitation on the table. "You're getting married?"

I nodded. "That's what it says."

"But why? And why did I have to be told by my parents and not you?"

I was taken aback by his anger. "I was going to tell you, but other things came up. What is it to you anyway? You act as if you were more than a friend to me."

"Wasn't I?!" Ian growled. "I thought we were more than friends. At least those kisses made me believe."

"Those kisses! Really? Ian, you are one of my best friends and yes, I won't deny I feel something for you. Something strong, but that has to be pushed away. Besides what happened to Maggie?" The second time he had kissed me, it was before a game. Well, I don't really consider them kisses, he simply pecked me on the lips. But me being stupid had decided to go in search of him, only to find him snogging off with a Ravenclaw girl Maggie. I still considered him my friend, but it did hurt. A lot.

Ian scoffed. "She meant nothing Athena. I love you."

I froze, staring at him with my mouth open. "Never say that. Not if you do not mean it."

He was in front of me within seconds. "I mean it, Athena." Cupping my face, he held me to his face. "Call this off and I will take your hand in marriage." I was shocked by his request. "Please say yes, say yes and I will take you from here. I got a new…job you can call it. That's why I was away. I can take care of you."

Shaking my head I pushed him away. "No, I can't Ian. I must go through with this." That push was the hardest thing I have ever done. I felt the invisible string tying us together, snap. And let me tell you it hurt.

"You do and I-"

Remus walked in just that moment, stopping at seeing us. "Pardon, am I interrupting something?"

"No." Stepping away from Ian, I stood by the door. "Ian was just leaving."

Ian clenched his jaw, stopping just beside me. "Don't do this."

"Bye Ian." Once he was gone, I relaxed. Surprisingly with him gone, I was a peace. His presence was overwhelming, to say the least. "Forgive me, Remus."

"No, I shouldn't have just come barging in." He walked over giving me a hug. "Molly said where I could find you."

"That was Ian." I answered his unasked question.

He nodded softly, taking a seat. "Boyfriend?"

"No, although he thought so." Taking a seat across from him, I sighed deeply. "I just hope this doesn't cause any problems."

Remus rose a brow. "What sort of problems?"

I cursed myself for not being able to hold my tongue. "Like I said Ian and I have been friends way before school. You tend to know that person very well. Two years ago I helped Ian with a drinking problem he had. He tends to slip into it from time to time, more when he is upset."

Remus hummed, leaning back in the chair. "You are afraid he might drink and cause problems." I nodded. "Don't worry, after Tonks hears about this, she will watch the boy like an owl."

"Good to know." It just occurred to me who I was talking to. "Remus was there a reason you came here? The wedding isn't until 5 hours from now. And I doubt it was to save me from Ian."

Remus chuckled. "No, I just have very good timing."

"I am sure."

"I came here to ask you how you were doing." He leaned forward, taking my hand in his. "I know it is a bit late in the game, but with everything happening, I haven't been able to ask."

I smiled, squeezing his hand. "I am doing okay. Believe it or not, I have come to accept it. Besides I have a feeling life with Sirius will be an unforgettable adventure." Looking up at Remus, I clenched at the bruise on his jaw. "They found you too?" Standing, I grabbed for a towel and ice, placing it on his jaw. Whispering the small chant I grinned as the bruise disappeared. "There, now who was it?" Remus waved me off. "I will not be pushed off. Who?"

He laughed. "Sirius is in for a surprise with you." He stayed quiet for a moment, before giving in. "Lucius."

"When I see that slithering of a snake I am going to turn him into a rat!"

"Easy there Athena, Tonks took care of it." He said, amusement in his eyes.

"Ho-How is Sirius? I haven't spoken to him in a while." I asked.

Remus smiled softly. "He is fine. A bit nervous as you can imagine."

I held back a chuckle. "Sirius Black nervous? Now that is a shocker."

"Well, this is his first time marrying." Remus said. "Many of the things said about him are not true Athena."

I glanced at him, surprised. "I didn't say anything, Remus."

"Ahh, but you were thinking about it." Leaning back, he made a 'go on' gesture. "Ask away."

"I heard he was the Don Juan of the school. A man whore for lack of better words." Ever since the students found out, many didn't hesitate to let me know of all they knew. Well more like heard of Sirius years in school.

Remus let out a loud laugh, clearly finding humor in my words. "I am not going to lie and say Sirius wasn't a huge flirt in school. He did enjoy the chase and the tease, but no he did not sleep with every girl. In fact, in all the time I have to know Sirius, I have only ever met two girlfriends. But then again he had a lot going on in his life, with the dark lord on the rise, Sirius focus all his energy on the order. There was one girl, Teresa Frats. Nice girl, very clever the wand, but she preferred potions."

Remus had all my attention. "What happened?"

"Hmm, oh yes Sirius was quite taken with the girl, but she, well she died." He spoke the last words as a whisper. He stopped me before I could ask. "Do not ask, I can't answer. Not because I don't want, but because I don't know. We were on a request from the order when he received the news. He got drunk that night, spoke of only her. Never again." Remus finished with a sad smile, before hitting the table playfully. "Today is not the day for such talk." Glancing at the watch, he stood with me, gently pushing me towards the stairs. "You need to get ready, we have been speaking for more than an hour. Which means you have 3 hours before the ceremony."

"I don't take so much time." I grumbled, stomping up a few steps. "Why do men always assume all women take forever to get ready."

Remus chuckled, leaning against the rail. "Remind me again why you and Sirius were late last month for dinner?"

I narrowed my eyes at him. "That was Sirius. The man couldn't decide between his black or burgundy shirt."

Remus scoffed. "I stand corrected, but please go and get ready. I will send Molly and the girls up in a moment."

With a deep exhale, I slowly walked up the stairs. "Fine."

"Thank you, Athena."

I sat before the mirror already in my dress. It really was beautiful. Grabbing the brush I slowly began to brush my hair. I wonder how Sirius is at the moment. Was he happy or at least content with what is happening today? Hearing the door open, I smiled at Molly, Tonks, Hermione, Luna, Cho, Stacy and Ginny walked in. The girls were already dressed in their bridesmaid dresses, their hair identically as one another. Molly took the brush and gently began to brush my hair. She offered me a smile through the mirror. I spotted a white foggy light falling from the sky, followed by another and another. Guest were starting to arrive. Witches and wizards arriving ok their brooms, others through the floo channel.

"Everyone here?" I asked, my voice a bit shaky. I was nervous. My heart was literally slamming against my chest.

Hermione glanced out through the window. "Some, about half. Krum is here."

"Did you ever write to him?" I was trying to focus I

on anything, but the current situation.

"Twice, just to see how he was doing." She played it off as nothing. She gasped, quickly looking away from the window.

I glanced at her through the mirror. "What? What is it?" She simply grinned and bolted out of the room. What was she on? I watched the door, waiting for her to come back and when she did, I was speechless. "David!" Ignoring Molly trying to fix my hair, I jumped into my brother's arms. "I thought you wouldn't make it."

David laughed, hugging me tightly. He kissed the side of my head, letting out a long breath. "I wouldn't have missed this for the world, Athena. Had I not received your invitation, I wouldn't have known."

"Father didn't tell you?"

He shook his head, giving me a humorless laugh. "Come on Athena, you know that ever since I married Wendy they disowned me. Mother has yet to meet her grandchild."

I gaped at him. "I am an aunt?" He nodded. "And you couldn't have told me?" He shrugged, laughing and blocking the smacks I gave him. "How dare you hold that from me?!"

"I am sorry." He fought to hold back his laughter. "I did write, but I figure father was the one receiving them." Clearing his throat, he became serious. "So Sirius Black."

"Yes, Sirius Black." Seeing the conflict and anger in his eyes, I hugged him. "I am fine David. Sirius has been kind and understanding. He had no knowledge of the contract, until the day I first met him. He has not tried to take advantage of me, nor has he hurt me. Besides father gave us the choice, either him and I or Me and-"

"Malfoy." David growled. "Ever since you started to grow, Lucius had taken a liking to you. But I never understood, why father refused his offers. Until now of course." Glancing down at me, the darkness in his eyes cleared, letting me see his beautiful Sky blue eyes. "Here let me see you." Standing at arm's length, he spun me around, causing the bottom to swirl. "You look absolutely beautiful Athena. But then again, you were named after a god." Kissing my hand, he pulled out a small box. "I was walking down from work and I spotted him in a shop. It called out to me, I hope you like it."

Gently opening the box, I smiled softly. It was a necklace with a wolf pendant. The wolf turned its head, his ruby eyes shining as he tossed its head back and howled. It was a piece of beautiful music, emotional and longing. The song of a lone wolf. "Help me put it on?"

"Of course." Once he clasped it, he squeezed my shoulders and kissed my cheek. "Now you finish getting ready, while I go and have a talk with your future husband."

I rolled my eyes. "Just please don't make me a widow before I get married."

He tossed me a smirk. "No promises little one." He left, his laughter echoing behind him.