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FIVE: Harry, I'm Pregnant

She was in pain. Her stomach ached and she groaned inwardly. She alone at home. Harry had taken Regulus out for the day. Ginny had guessed a few days ago that she was pregnant, but had yet to tell Harry. She had missed her period for three months already, and that had been enough of a clue. Of course, she hadn't voiced her suspicions to Harry for the main reason that she could still have a miscarriage. However the danger of that was lessening, and she was planning to reveal all when Harry returned that night.

By midday, Ginny felt a lot better and managed to give the kitchen a good clean, sorting out the cupboards. She stacked tins on top of each other, leaving enough room to buy more. She made herself a cup of tea and settled down on the settee. She picked up the remote control and scrolled through the listings on the television.

Harry had asked if they could raise their children in a magic and Muggle environment, including the joys of television and computer which he had been deprived of as a child. There had been recent developments in magical spells over the years, that enabled Muggle technology to work in any magical environment. It was a complex spell, but Hermione had mastered it and cast it over their house.

Ginny smiled. She had watched and laughed at Regulus young face whenever he had sat down to watch the screen. However, he was only ever allowed to watch educational programs. Gradually, as he got older they would introduce him to cartoons.

There was nothing on. Ginny selected a DVD from her and Harry's collection. Dirty Dancing had taken her fancy when she had watched it and she felt like in a singing mood. Though it was an 80's film, she still loved it.

Making herself comfortable, she settled in to watch the film.

29th October 2007

The lake sparkled in the cold sun, a slight wind brushed coldly against their faces. Regulus ran along the side of the lake, with a transformed dog and stag. Harry and Remus strolled a way back, laughing at the antics of the two animals and the small child.

Wiping his tears away, Remus turned a concerned look to Harry. "Are you sure it's a good idea for Reg to be that close to the water with two child-like adults accompanying him?"

Harry shrugged. "Probably not, but if there is anyone I can trust; it is dad and Sirius."

"I suppose."

"Besides ever since Sirius has been banned from the Weasley's house, he barely gets to see Reg.!

"What, he doesn't apparate constantly over to yours?"

"Last time he did that, Ginny did a Mrs Weasley, which scared Ron, Fred and George. They decided to leave after that, wishing me good luck in living with her." He smirked. "Ginny's alright…but she was tired that day, so, I can understand her reaction."

Remus shook his head. "No matter how much I know Ginny, she just reminds me of Lily. I know it's odd, but I think Lily got fed up with Sirius as well."

"Red-heads carry fiery tempers." Prompted Harry. "That's what I see from Mrs Weasley and Ginny, but since I never knew my mother, I can't really use her as an excuse."

"Suppose not."

They fell quiet, watching the others in the distance. Prongs was galloping along towards them, carrying Sirius, who was holding Regulus, who was squealing with delight.

"DADDY!" Reg shouted happily as they neared.

Prongs stopped and Harry walked up beside the stag. He reached up, taking his son from Sirius.

"Ohhh, should I transform on Prongs back?" he asked in a mocking voice.

The stag made a noise that strongly suggested no.

"Awww, but it might be fun." Sirius laughed. "How about standing on your back?"

Before the stag could even offer a sound, Sirius was balancing on the broad back. Harry slipped round to the front, and saw his father's hazel eyes boring out of the stag, and they were dark and angry.

Remus suddenly grabbed Harry, and hauled him out of the way as Prongs began to run with Sirius still perched firmly on top.

"Prongs!" Sirius yelled.

Remus was smirking.

Harry was laughing.

Then, with Sirius still managing to keep his footing, Prongs did a sharp turn to the right, and then quickly to the left, bending his head, and kicking his back hooves in the air. Sirius was sent flying. He fell through the air and into the lake with an almighty splash. Prongs transformed.

Sirius resurfaced. He glared at James, who looked stubborn. "That'll teach you not to stand on my back!"

"It was just a bit of fun!" he protested.

"Maybe you should try being the stag for once." Retorted James.

Sirius swam to the edge of the lake. He hauled himself out and searched frantically through his pockets for his wand. He glanced over the lake and saw it bobbing on the surface, heading towards the middle. "Prongs?" he put on a grin.

James refused to summon his wand. "You want it. You go get it."

"Now that's not fair."

"Is it?"

"Fine."

And so Sirius forced himself back into the cold lake and retrieved his wand. He finally managed to clean and dry himself.

After that experience Sirius refused to walk beside James or the lake for the rest of the afternoon.

Once Regulus had been bought to bed, Harry and Ginny settled down for a little cuddle on the sofa. He kissed the top of her head, bathing in the smell of her perfume. "Oh Harry…" Ginny murmured into her shoulder.

Harry's hand found her stomach. She gently took his hand and held it close to her chest. She kissed his fingers.

"Harry?"

"Yeah."

"Do you wish for anything?"

"No. Just a happy life."

Ginny grinned.

"I just love being with Reg, seeing him grow."

"So do I."

"Ginny?" Harry's voice was of a question.

"You know don't you?"

"Know what?"

"That I'm pregnant."

"Yeah, only just realised."

"I was going to tell you tonight." Ginny smiled.

Carefully Harry hugged his wife, kissing her on the lips. As they sat there, he laid his hand on her stomach. She had a slight bump, but nothing to really prove she was pregnant.

In his mind, Harry was excited. He would be a father again.

TBC

A nice fun chapter for you lot! Heh. The next chapter moves forward to two years after this. Sorry, but once Regulus gets to eleven, the story will be much slower. Trust me, Harry and Ginny are not finished with kids yet and there'll be lots of angst coming up once Regulus is at Hogwarts. I do apologise for the rushing of over the years but these chapters are just introducing the main characters and getting to know Regulus and Lily plus in future Hermione and Ron's children who pop up in the next chapter. Draco will also be making an appearance in a few chapters time. Please review and let me know what you think!

IMPORTANT NOTE about future updates

Right, at the end of The Bond, I said that I was working on a big story project (it's not this story) and since starting this fic, I have not been able to spend anytime writing it. Last night, I came to a difficult decision. I am continuing this fic, however updates will be less frequent (I will try for two chapters per month) leaving me adequate time to write both stories and not feel pressured to deliver a chapter to you lot every three to four days. I know it seems a bit unfair to wait a long time for each chapter, but I will attempt to make them longer for you, so it is worth the wait, rather then short chapters. The next four or so chapters will continue to be short, but I hope to have them done in the next two weeks and I'll post them a few days after one another and then start writing longer chapters.

I do apologise, and I hope you understand. Thank you for all the support so far, and I hope that you will continue to read and review even though I'm updating less frequently.

This will start once I've got to when Regulus will be going to Hogwarts. Thank you for the support so far.

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