Chapter 23:

Harry and Lucius had both been looking forward to the trip. Prague had been amazing and they had both regretted it had only been a night. Again Harry had no idea what Lucius had planned but he knew it would be amazing. He had worried for a moment the man might think to propose while they were gone. Now that Draco and Remus had both given their reluctant blessing from them to date there were little issue. But Harry wasn't at that point yet in their relationship and he didn't want to have to say no. He would put his trust in the man hopefully knowing he wasn't ready. He just wanted to enjoy the time away.

Lucius had considered it but he didn't want to ruin the holiday. He knew Harry would never accept a proposal yet. He wanted there to be nothing to mar the holiday for them. And when he did propose he wanted it to be perfect as well.

Harry was anxious the morning they were to leave. "You are late."

Lucius drew him into his arms for a kiss. "Anxious to go?"

Harry pushed back. "Maybe I just don't like being kept waiting."

Lucius didn't buy it. "I could find someone else to go and you could find someone more punctual."

Harry didn't find it funny. "I shouldn't be punished for your lateness."

Lucius agreed as he apparated them to the international porky terminal. "I guess you have a point."

Harry eyed the portkey they were using. "You haven't told me where we are going."

Lucius held Harry as he activated it. "You are about to find out my impatient one."

Harry had woken up early that morning. He could admit he was more anxious for this then he had been for Christmas as a kid. Perhaps because he didn't really get those until he started school. He knew Lucius had traveled a lot for work but had never got to travel for pleasure until now. He had a wonderful time with his son in Greece and had wanted to share more with Harry. He could only imagine what Lucius had up his sleeve for the two of them.

Lucius knew people would laugh if they had known how much time he had put into planning this trip. Draco actually worried he planned to propose considering how obsessed he had become with it. But he was just intent on their first trip being amazing.

Harry was amazed when he opened his eyes. "Where are we?"

Lucius smiled at his delight. "We are at a resort in Borneo."

Harry was stunned. "Borneo? I knew you were saying further but I never thought…."

Lucius led him towards the front desk. "Good thing we have portkeys."

The front desk agent smiled when they arrived. "Checking in?"

Lucius smiled. "We are booked into the royal suite for the week."

The man smiled. "Yes, we have been expecting you. And your evening plans have been arranged."

Harry eyed Lucius as they followed a bell hop towards the elevator. "Plans?"

Lucius smiled. "We only have a week so I did some planning so we could enjoy the most."

The hotel was deep in the rain forests and the suite they had been given was right at the top. It had incredible views right over the canopy, and the wildlife all around them. They were told they would have monkeys and more to view up close and personal. Harry was amazed to find a dinner waiting for them out on the balcony. Lucius had ordered a romantic private dinner for them. They had left in the morning but it was already early evening in Borneo. For them it felt more like brunch. Lucius knew they wouldn't be too exhausted as portkey was easier then flight on the body. He had plans for them after dinner.

Harry was ravenous as they dug into the food. It was beautiful out on the balcony and they could see some proboscis monkeys. Lucius told him he would see more including the orangutans which were famous there.

Lucius led him out when they were done. "We have just enough time to meet our guide."

Harry took his camera from Lucius. "It is night time, how much can we see?"

Lucius assured him. "I added a spell to your camera for you. I assure you that you won't be disappointed."

A guide was waiting for them down below. "Are you ready to head out?"

Lucius nodded. "Yes."

Harry saw the wizarding jeep waiting outside. "That is for us?"

Lucius helped him inside. "I thought that a night time safari would be the perfect way to start the holiday."

Lucius had known they would be arriving at dinner time and had thought they needed something perfect to start the trip. He had read up on the night safaris and decided to book them on one. They were in a wizarding resort and tour so they could do couple activities. He knew Harry enjoyed animals and had plans for them to see plenty on the trip. But they both enjoyed the safari. They saw a wide range of animals, insects and birds thanks to the light spell they used. Muggles could do a night safari as well but they got to see much more thanks to the spells. Lucius enjoyed the safari but he could admit he enjoyed Harry's delight even more.

They were both tired when they got back to the hotel but they were reminded that it was good to adjust to the time. Lucius revealed something he had hidden with a spell before. There was a small infinity pool and a hot tub on their patio.

Lucius drew Harry in. "I think a swim can wait but the hot tub looks nice."

Harry used his wand to undress them both. "I agree."

Lucius revealed he had some wine and fruit with chocolate delivered. "We didn't have dessert earlier."

Harry sunk down into the water and accepted some wine Lucius handed him. "We may need a bit more energy."

Lucius eyed him as he fed Harry a mango he dipped in chocolate. "And why would that be?"

Harry kissed him even with some chocolate. "I think you can come up with something."

Lucius sipped his wine. "I don't know I may need to be well rested for tomorrow."

Harry snarled a little. "I could find some other fun."

Lucius knew it was possible as it was a wizard gay friendly resort. "I may have a bit left for you."

They finished their wine and Lucius carried him, after a drying spell, into the amazing bedroom. They only went for one round as they were indeed both tired from the travel and excitement, but it was well worth it. Lucius was picturing taking Harry on one of the patio chairs next time. He had a feeling this trip would bring out a bit of a wild side for both of them.

Harry felt the same way as they drew together to sleep. "Think our jungle may just be full of inspiration."

A week in Borneo was positively amazing. The two of them had visited an orangutan sanctuary and went on a day safari. They had taken a wildlife cruise and a city cruise. And definitely had plenty of inspiration for their love making. The last day Lucius had unique plans like he had for their first. They would be leaving late after dinner because of the time difference. They were arriving back the day before Harry's birthday. Lucius had worried about the timing but Harry had hoped it would be perfect. He hoped the family would take it easy on his birthday since he was just coming back from a trip. He knew he had little hope but tried.

They had spent the days at beautiful secluded hot springs where Lucius even arranged for a couple's massage as well. But they were headed to have a picnic at the base of a waterfall close by as their final send off.

Harry was amazed at the meal by the waterfall. "This is beautiful."

Lucius smiled. "I wanted the right send off."

Harry looked around. "I think this will easily be my favorite."

Lucius didn't buy it. "We both know you preferred the animals."

Harry agreed and added. "I meant meal wise. Though the dinner cruise with fireflies was beautiful."

Lucius poured him some wine. "So will you allow me to plan another vacation? Maybe New Years."

Harry smirked. "I think it is my turn to plan."

Lucius wasn't sure he agreed. "But I am far better at it."

Harry reminded him. "You have no idea what I may plan. And I thought that we agreed to take turns."

Lucius conceded that. "But that was for dates not holidays."

Harry reminded him of their trip to the farm. "I think I can handle a weekend away for the two of us."

Lucius smiled and kissed him. "I may just have to see what you have planned. But I get to plan New Years."

Harry thought it was a good compromise. He would have some weekends he wasn't at quidditch. He would be coaching at school as well but he didn't have to be at all practices. He loved keeping Lucius on his toes with his dates. He thought he would have to come up with something to do so for a date for them as well. Lucius groaned when he heard Harry say that. Harry had made him green on more then one date. He was a tad worried to find out what Harry may plan for a vacation for them. But he was happy he got New Years. He thought or hoped that Harry would be ready and they could really ring on the New Year.

Though they were both a bit reluctant to leave, their portkey was set to leave from there. They activated it after one last dance there and they were both looking forward to their next trip. They arrived in London but Harry surprised Lucius.

He kissed Lucius who suggested they could head to the coast where the party would be the next day. "I have to go."

Lucius was confused. "We literally just got back."

Harry handed him his bag. "I have someone I need to speak to before tomorrow."

Lucius had a feeling he knew who. "You will forgive me if I don't come."

Harry smirked. "Not anxious for a reunion with your friend?"

Lucius smirked at the confirmation. "We both know how well that would go down when you are involved."

Harry went to leave. "You know you will have to speak to him if you meant it about marrying one day."

Lucius coughed at that. "I thought only the living fathers mattered. You told him yourself."

Harry shrugged as he went to apparate. "Oh I think you can handle both don't you?"

He headed to Prince Manor. He had known the man was his father his last birthday but he had not come. Though things were not all great yet he felt like he should come this year. He usually only woke Tiberius or Eileen when he came. His grandfather had been telling him a great deal of their family history. He had even been instructed on waking certain family paintings who could tell him more. He made sure never to come close to waking Cisceo though. He had that painting permanently in sleep mode now.

He could see his father's shock when he woke him. "It has been some time."

Harry sunk into a chair. "I thought considering tomorrow it might be the right time."

Severus took a guess. "Your birthday."

Harry nodded. "Though a day early I thought we could spend a second together in nineteen years. Or as close as I can get."

Severus motioned to his mother's painting which still hung across from him. "Wake her."

Harry was confused. "You can't handle being alone with me?"

Severus sighed. "I denied you both…..she should see you today as well. Even if just a painting."

Harry did as he said and woke Eileen. The woman smiled. "Is it today?"

Harry had spoken to her just over a week ago. The paintings had some sense of time they were asleep. "Tomorrow."

Severus said curtly. "I hope you don't expect us to sing."

Eileen shot her son a look. "Severus."

Harry snorted. "I didn't think you changed that much in death."

Eileen looked at her son and to Harry. "We do have a gift for you."

Harry was confused. "I didn't think portraits could do such a thing? I mean you are asleep when I am not here."

Severus explained. "Before I…. I arranged a few things."

Harry was confused but an elf appeared with a box. "Another one?"

Severus motioned. "It's what is inside."

Harry was told this one opened by pressing what meant the most to him. Harry wouldn't think the man would actually know four things about him but he was amazed at the different symbols he found. He touched Gryffindor and the little golden snitch. He was amazed when there was one which looked like Hedwig, reminded the man made it before his beloved owl died. The last he stopped and was undecided. There was one which had two paw prints, he knew a wolf and dog, but he had doubts.

He went to touch it. "The marauders?"

Severus grunted. "I assumed they belonged."

Harry found the box open and inside he found a pocket watch and cufflinks. "This."

Eileen explained. "We know you have a watch to wear. But it is the Prince watch. It is for a child of yours."

Severus added. "The cufflinks one is old and one is new."

Harry touched the two. "Why? Did one go missing?"

Eileen explained. "It's tradition they be passed from father to son. One remains the same, and one is made new each time."

Severus added. "Tiberius was the last to wear them. He passed them to my mother for me, but I never did."

They were the same shape, so from a distance you wouldn't know you wore two different cufflinks. It wouldn't look different. But up close you could see. The one that remained the same had the Prince crest. But the one made for him had a lily in the middle of a circle. He realized the circle was a wolf, a deer and a dog eating each other's tails. Severus was reminded all three men had been fathers to his son and Lily was of course Harry's mother. He thought it fitting.

Harry touched the watch as well. He had Fabian's but he had considered giving it to Fred. Since Fred had the pendant, he had been given a purchased watch when he turned seventeen. His other brothers had family ones. But Harry planned to wear Sirius'.

He looked up from the box. "Thank you."

Severus grunted. "You don't have to wear…."

Harry cut him off. "I am not one for jewelry but maybe on my wedding day."

Severus grunted under his breath. "You better not be marrying that man soon."

Eileen cut in. "Then we could be with you."

Harry stayed with them a bit more but then he took off from the manor to head to the beach. He took the box with him. He could admit the gift meant a lot to him and that Severus thought to do it before he died. He would give the watch to whatever child he left the Prince estate to. He had been told James' watch was gone and he was reminded the man was not his father. But Sirius had his family watch he had worn, sent to him when his dad died, and Harry received it with the family ring.

Remus smiled when he arrived at the house. "I was starting to think we might need a search party. I promise the party is small."

Harry had been worried about his birthday. He was reminded that Molly had been kept in check for his quidditch celebration as she was reminded about his birthday. But it seems that she took his desires to heart. They just had a nice beach bbq at the house and then the guys took him out for drinks after. Lucius was surprised to see his son and Blaise and had worried Draco was back to crashing events. He was surprised but happy to learn that Harry had invited him.

At the end of August Ginny made the big move down to France. And Remus and Teddy moved to school full time. Harry was given a small suite next to theirs. His was not a full suite, just a small bedroom and sitting room as he'd be only part time.

His first game as a starter for the United took place in early September on a Friday. "I have to go."

Lucius drew him back into his arms. "You haven't told me."

Harry smirked. "You never tell me where I am going."

Lucius didn't like the turn around. "But I am better at surprises. Besides I am supposed to take you to celebrate."

Harry reminded him. "It could be a consolation."

Lucius laughed. "I doubt that. But either way I should plan."

Harry went to join his team. "Be a good boy or I will take the trip alone."

Lucius went to join Remus and the others in the stands to watch the game. Not everyone could come as it was a weekday but he had some cheerers. The twins worked for themselves so they had both come with their girlfriends, well George was now engaged and Fred close. Hermione had come as she didn't have to clerk that afternoon and she was with Remus.

Harry was nervous and excited as he hit the air. He had planned the weekend away that he threatened Lucius with when they were in Borneo. He hoped Lucius approved but for now his mind was on winning his first professional game.

Oliver clapped him on the back before they hit the field. "You look sick."

Harry turned to him. "Not helping."

Oliver shrugged. "I can give you some advice if you need."

Harry shot him a look. "NO."

Katie laughed at her boyfriend's expression. "We both remember the brilliant pep talk you gave him the last time it was his first."

Oliver laughed a little. "Okay perhaps not the best choice."

Harry grunted. "Telling me you woke up in the hospital a week later? Yeah not great."

Oliver reminded him. "You did fantastic that time and you will now."

Harry hit the air with his team. He was reminded there was not the same pressure as in school. There wasn't only three games a season. But they needed to place well not only for the league cup but also if they wanted to play in the European championships in March as well. He was reminded the team had won the league championships the last three years and the European the last time they were able to play in it due to the war. Harry wanted to prove he was worth his contract and would continue the success.

It didn't seem he had much to worry as only two hours into the game he performed a great dive and caught the snitch. Their team had been ahead by 30 points so they won 230-50. He felt amazing as they shook hands with the losing team.

Oliver led him off the field to shower. "We knew you could do it."

One of the beaters grinned. "That would put most seekers to shame."

Harry smiled at the praise. "That felt amazing."

Katie motioned to the showers. "I have no doubt your cheering squad is waiting to take you for lunch."

Harry more than agreed. "More early dinner. You two were invited."

They knew and they planned to come. The two of them had a similar first game with their family and friends as well. Harry found the whole group waiting when he came out of the change rooms. He was happy so many of them could come to his first game. He had worried about Remus but Remus had no afternoon classes on Fridays and had been able to come. They took him out for a meal at a great burger place that they all enjoyed in muggle London. Lucius groaned a bit but he had come to enjoy them.

It was Lucius' turn to see what Harry had planned as they were headed after the meal on their two night excursion. Harry told him when Lucius had said he wasn't sure if he trusted Harry, if Lucius didn't come, Harry wouldn't go at New Years.

Lucius was confused when he found himself standing in front of canvas. "A tent? A tent?"

Harry smiled. "Indeed."

Lucius turned to look at him. "A wizarding tent?"

Harry played coy. "Where would the fun be in that?"

Lucius didn't find it funny. "But a bathroom? And…."

Harry put him out of his misery. "I wouldn't wish to give you a heart attack."

He lead Lucius into the tent. It did in fact look like a muggle tent. But Harry assured him they were actually at a wizarding camp site. It was a wizarding tent, simply one made to feel more like a muggle one. Though portable, there was a full proper bathroom through a canvas door. He told Lucius they were at a wizarding camp ground in Southern Spain. It seems some wizards had decided they wanted to try a bit of the muggle experience though with some magic comforts. The site provided tents for those who didn't own their own. He knew Lucius had his own tent but he knew it would be nothing like camping. This definitely was far more luxurious then normal camping, but it was still much closer. Lucius was shocked there was a barrel like hot tub in the bathroom area of the tent. And a spell could be used to open the roof to open it to look at the stars at night.

Lucius agreed it wasn't too bad and he found the camp ground was right on the coat. When they had settled into the tent the two of them took a walk down to the beach. There were some muggle inspired 'camping' activities to try out.

Harry looked at Lucius. "We should not be late for the camp fire."

Lucius turned to him. "Fire."

Harry kissed him. "We missed dinner but we should join in for s'mores."

Lucius was totally confused. "What?"

Harry led him to the group area. "I am told they are some North American muggle snack with marshmallows."

Lucius looked totally flabbergasted. "Marshmallows? Those things Draco would have in his coco as a child? Certainly not."

They found the fire was popular and some people had been there for dinner. Harry laughed at Lucius' expression when he was handed a stick and shown how to roast his own marshmallow. Lucius kept looking at Harry thinking this was some kind of joke. He kept thinking of a hotel they could escape to. Harry convinced him to be a good sport and try his s'more which the man was big enough to admit was good. Harry took pity on him and they headed back to their tent where they enjoyed a long soak in the hot tub under the stars and Harry revealed he had brought some wine. And then headed for their bed. As Lucius and he lay together after making love, Lucius grudginngly admitted camping was perhaps not too bad. At least in a wizard tent.

Harry had a mischevious look in his eyes before he fell asleep. "Well we will see how you like your first hot dog tomorrow."