AN: One last Chapter. After 24 chapters of pleading for feedback, PLEASE for once provide some. PLEASE.

Honestly if the only review I get is 'I like'. Chapter 25 will Be 'I like, the end'. There has to be one single person who has a single thing they'd like to see before this ends. One reviewer at all.

Chapter 24

Lucius had thought Harry was joking about hot dogs but he had not been. On their second day he had indeed found himself with one on a stick over the fire. Lucius grumbled and groaned but he had actually ate the hot dog. He could admit to himself it was perhaps not as horrendous as he had thought it would be. But he would never admit that out loud to Harry as it would encourage him on. But from the look on Harry;s face he had not hid that too well. That didn't mean he was about to go out to a hog dog place in the future. The hamburgers Harry seemed to favor were enough of a step down from his usual style for him.

The first term at school on staff was coming to an end. Harry had been focussed mainly on quidditch as a player and coach but he had been helping Filius with his senior classes. Harry and his dad would be spending the holiday at the coast as before.

Remus was with his son in the library a few days before Christmas when Teddy squealed. "Nanny."

He turned to see the woman in the door. "I wasn't expecting you until Christmas Eve."

Andromeda came into the room. "I believe you said we were welcome earlier."

Remus smiled as Teddy opened his arms for her to pick him up. "I did. But you mentioned work."

Andromeda scooped up her grandson from the floor. "I was led to believe you may be in need of a sitter."

Remus was confused by that. "By who? Harry is away for his last game before his winter break."

Before she could answer an elf appeared. "Master Lupin I be asked to bring you."

Andromeda saw his confusion. "That is one of Lucius' elves."

Remus realized who had sent for her. "What is he up to?"

The elf simply said. "He be asking Master Lupin to use this."

Remus took what he realized to be a portkey. "I really don't know if I should trust him."

Andromeda laughed. "If only for the sake of your son who he loves I think you will be fine."

Remus took the portkey and had no idea where it was taking him or why. He had not had many private moments with the man. Only when Harry left the room or table for a few moments here or there. He certainly was not expecting to be summoned like this. And why the secrecy behind it as well. It was not simply asking Andromeda to sit for him but the portkey as well. He could have simply been asked to meet Lucius some where. Lucius and Draco were meant to join them Christmas morning.

He found himself standing in the entrance hall to another manor. He had no idea where he was but it was not Malfoy Manor. At least not the main one which he had been to in the last months.

Remus looked around. "Where did he bring me?"

Lucius appeared in the doorway. "I am glad you came."

Remus turned to look at the man. "Only to find out what you are up to."

Lucius motioned to a door. "Here for a talk."

Remus was not sure. "And why are we here? Where is here?"

Lucius kept walking. "Because it was simpler then moving the painting."

Remus was surprised when he saw the paintings in the room. "Sev."

Severus had come awake. "Now this is a combination I never thought to see."

Eileen was awake and was introduced. "Where is my grandson?"

Remus responded. "He is away for a game. I am wondering what we are doing here myself."

Lucius grunted. "I guess I am old fashioned."

Severus glared at him. "You are planning to propose to my son?"

Remus knew he was right. "Bring me here for backup with Severus?"

Lucius shook his head. "Perhaps I thought he would be back up with you. I need yours as well."

Severus growled. "I believe it's a father's permission needed."

Remus glared at the painting. "I have been more a father to my cub then you were."

Severus grunted. "You sound like him."

Eileen spoke up. "You both care about him. And he cares about both of you in your own ways."

Lucius tried to calm it. "He would wish both your approval."

Severus' glare turned to his best friend. "I told you to keep your hands off of my son."

Lucius didn't deny that. "And Harry told you himself he decides who he dates. You know I would never hurt him."

Remus found himself agreeing. "Harry is genuinely happy."

Tiberius who had been silent until now said. "It is a good marriage."

Eileen agreed with her father. "He has protected our secrets and you. And now your son."

Severus was simmering. "I assume I will have to trust the wolf to ensure you keep your word."

Lucius let out a breath. "I can take that as a yes?"

Severus narrowed his eyes. "That is as close as you are getting."

Remus looked at Lucius. "And I will do just that for Severus."

Lucius had never thought that Tiberius would be the most welcoming. Remus had warmed up to the relationship with time. He had supported Harry dating Lucius but he had still been a bit reluctant about it. But marriage still was another huge step. Lucius knew the paintings didn't really matter as they were not alive but he came. He knew Harry had taken to speaking to them a great deal. He was just happy Remus was the father who would be alive to be at the wedding. He still wasn't sure Severus would have been this reasonable if he was there in real life. Then again he wasn't sure he would have been alive still to ask for permission.

Remus headed back to the manor when he was done. He didn't go inside at first but stood out along the water even in the winter time. He knew it was right that he gave Lucius his blessing but he was still a tad conflicted.

For a third time that day he was brought from his thoughts by a voice. "You seem miles away."

He turned to see Ted behind him. "Lucius has asked my blessing."

Ted came to his side. "It's not an easy decision."

Remus was reminded of his own. "You were not as reluctant as your wife."

Ted smiled. "You made her happy. And we have our beautiful Teddy because of it."

Remus knew. "I am reminded age is not everything."

Ted went to lead him inside. "I am sure when you have your own grandchildren climbing on you it will help."

Remus laughed a little at that. He could agree that the thought of being a grandfather made him happy. He knew that Harry wanted two or three children of his own. Lucius had made it clear some time ago he was happy to have them with Harry. Remus knew he had a toddler but he was more than old enough to be a grandfather. He planned to be Grandpa Moony.

Remus had to wonder as they went to join Andromeda for dinner. "I wonder when he will do it."

Christmas was a happy occasion. Harry knew the coast was perhaps not the best place in the winter but it was the only manor he opened up. He didn't quite see using Prince Manor as a home. For a moment he thought about Malfoy Manor but shook away the thought. He had told Lucius he wasn't moving in until they were married. He had long ago admitted it was when and not if.

On Christmas eve he went to the Burrow to spend the evening with the family. Hermione and Viktor had been invited as well. He was happy to see their relationship was as strong as before. He headed home as he wanted to be with Teddy for gifts.

In the morning he saw Draco and Blaise come in the door. "This is going to take some getting used to."

Draco grunted. "This is my home Potter."

Blaise reminded them both. "We're not going back to that point are we?"

Harry laughed a little at that. "Have to keep him around Draco. He seems the reasonable one of you two."

Draco snorted. "If he doesn't stop favoring you I may look else where."

Blaise elbowed him in the ribs. "I don't see that as punishment. May be less drama."

Lucius had come into the room. "I am glad you joined us Blaise. Usually you are with your mother or in Italy."

Blaise turned to the man. "I assured Mother I would visit them before New Years."

Draco groaned. "Some how I am being dragged along."

Harry looked at Blaise. "Perhaps you should hurry up and marry Draco."

Blaise looked at him. "And why is that?"

Harry shrugged. "Maybe its genetic."

Draco understood. "Hoping Blaise is a male black widow?

Lucius reminded Harry. "He is my son and only heir."

Harry kissed his boyfriend. "I believe you told me that you want more."

Lucius agreed with him. "But you are being quite stubborn. Need to wait until I have a spare."

Draco didn't find it funny at all. "Like you could have a better heir."

Harry shrugged as they headed into the den. "You're right, we need you around for babysitting duty."

Draco was simmering a bit but he shared a look with his dad. Lucius had not just sought permission from Harry's family. He didn't need his son's permission and he would have proposed without his blessing. But he hadn't wished to blind side his son either. Draco was slower then Remus in warming up to the relationship but he had. He had never imagined Harry as his stepfather but he liked seeing his dad as happy as he was. But he was not about to be a babysitter. He hoped to be busy with his own anyways.

Andromeda and Ted were with Remus and Teddy in the den already. If anyone had bonded with Draco since the war it was Andromeda. No matter who her sister had been she had been happy to have a chance to be close to her nephew.

Lucius smiled as he watched Teddy at the tree. "Now this is a family Christmas."

Draco smirked. "Not quite."

Lucius sighed. "He is your cousin via adoption as well as your godfather's son."

Draco actually laughed a little. "I guess Remus is the only loan one out here."

Remus shot a look at his son and then to Draco. "Perhaps not for long."

Harry eyed his dad. "Plan on getting adopted are you Moony? I doubt I have to worry about you running off with Lucius."

Remus tossed a cushion at his son. "Not what I meant cub."

Teddy broke up the moment with a happy squeal. "Kitty."

Remus turned to his younger son. "It is indeed."

Harry saw the look. "You said he was too young for a dog. A cat is a good start."

Teddy was cuddling the little black ball to his chest. "Kitty kitty."

Remus just laughed. "I thought to get him one myself but I knew you would eventually."

Harry looked at his little brother. "What are you going to name him?"

Teddy smiled as he snuggled his kitten. "Snit."

Harry laughed as he guessed. "Snitch?" And when Teddy nodded. "Perfect choice."

Remus just shook his head as he watched Teddy take his cat over to Andromeda to see. Teddy had been pestering his dad and brother for a pet. For a kid who wasn't even two he was quite opinionated on it. He loved Luna's kneezle who he played with all the time. Remus knew it was only a matter of time until Harry had given in to his little brother. He was happy his younger son was so happy with his gift. And grateful there were elves to deal with the litter when his son was so little.

Draco shot his dad a look when Harry had opened his gift. "No special gift?"

Lucius shot his son a glare to not let on. "I could ask you the same."

Blaise answered for himself. "We're not all half way to a rocker."

Harry laughed at the expression on Lucius. He looked at Blaise. "I knew there was a reason I liked you."

Draco said quietly to his father. "I may be rethinking my blessing."

Lucius understood him. "I may not rethink mine but may send you to run the office in Japan."

Draco didn't think it funny. "I am still in law school."

Lucius reminded him. "Law schools there."

Blaise and Harry watched the two of them but they didn't interfere. They both did wonder what father and son were talking about. Blaise had always thought Harry was a good guy and he had been vocal about getting Draco to support his father's romance. Harry had thought even in school that Blaise was one of the tolerable snakes. And he assumed Draco was growing on him.

Andromeda looked at her grandson. "It's time for some breakfast. Your kitty will have to stay here while we eat."

Lucius had considered proposing to Harry on New Years but he decided against it. That was far too expected and he was never going to be called conventional if he could help it. But he was taking Harry away on a holiday. It had been part of Harry's gift. Harry didn't have to be back until mid January for games and the first week back of classes his teams would have no practice. He had seen how much Harry had enjoyed Borneo but was also reminded of Harry's trip planning. He was trying to choose the perfect option to propose to Harry. He had considered proposing to Harry at home and then traveling so others could celebrate. He decided though he wanted his hopefully fiance to himself to celebrate. The others could celebrate with them later.

The day after New Years Harry was waiting for Lucius to arrive. He was excited about the trip. He could admit he had been a bit surprised there had been no ring at Christmas or New Years. Lucius didn't seem as anxious as he once was to propose.

Lucius arrived when Harry was playing with Teddy and his cat. "I seem to be missing all of the fun."

Teddy looked up at him. "Play."

Harry kissed his brother. "He will have to play with you another time."

Remus came in and saw Teddy pouting. "You are going to spend the day with Grandpa Ted."

Lucius promised the little boy. "Another time."

Harry looked at Lucius as he took Harry to apparate to the portkey terminal. "He will hold you to that."

Lucius kissed him when they arrived. "I have no problem with that."

Harry laughed. "I am starting to see that."

Lucius motioned to the porky for them. "Hope you approve of your gift."

Harry took a hold. "I have never been so anxious for one."

Lucius had a glint in his eye. "Just the way I hoped."

Draco had been laughing so hard as he watched his dad. He could only imagine when it came time to plan the wedding. His father was going mad enough trying to decide on their holiday location. Draco had tried to point out to his dad it wasn't even the honeymoon and not to fret so much. But Lucius reminded his son this trip was more important then the honeymoon. It was hopefully what would lead to that honeymoon. Draco had never thought to see his dad like this but he could admit he liked it.

Harry was not sure what he was expecting but he was amazed when they arrived. He had been thinking they would go some where tropical but he found it was actually colder where ever they were.

He looked at Lucius who cast a warming spell on him. "Not the beach I thought. Where are we?"

Lucius smiled as he led Harry out and apparated them again before he answered. "In Finland."

Harry was amazed when he found a sleigh waiting. "Are those reindeer?"

Lucius helped him into the sleigh. "I thought the perfect way to get to our hotel."

Harry smiled as Lucius put a blanket over their laps and the sleigh started. "This is amazing."

Lucius revealed there was hot chocolate for them. "I thought since you liked camping so much."

Harry smirked. "It is winter time. And I highly doubt you planned a camping trip for us."

Lucius agreed. "Maybe a tad more luxurious. But we will be under the stars. And Northern Lights."

Harry wondered. "The glass igloos? I have seen photos."

Lucius nodded but amended it. "A wizarding version though."

Though he was inspired by the muggle igloos he had chosen a wizarding resort. The muggle resort had some quite nice cabins but the igloos were a bit roughing it for him. He had found a similar wizarding resort and booked them in for the week. He knew a tropical vacation might be more fitting in winter but he thought this would be perfect. He thought Harry would enjoy things like the sleigh ride and the Northern Lights here were amazing. He could see the sleigh ride at least was a hit.

They came to a beautiful resort. There was a massive hotel where there were restaurants and a spa to enjoy. But as promised Lucius had booked them an igloo. The bedroom part was a stunning glass igloo, to sleep under the stars. But the main dome of the igloo had a huge sitting room with wood burning fireplace, and private luxury bathroom attached as well.

Harry was amazed when he saw the bedroom and realized the views. "This is amazing."

Lucius agreed. "Though there won't be much to see until later this evening."

Harry turned to him. "Oh I wonder how we could kill the time."

Lucius put their bags down. "I have that covered."

Harry laughed when he heard that. "How am I not surprised."

Tonight Lucius planned to propose and have the week to celebrate alone. He had booked them into the spa at the main hotel part for the afternoon so they could relax after the portkey. He knew Harry would want to try things like dog sledding and such which they would but he wanted them both relaxed. They both enjoyed the sauna and a couple's massage. Lucius doubted it would be their last stop at the saunas before they left Finland. It seemed he could convert Harry to some of his tastes.

Harry found the reindeer sleigh waiting again when they came out and they headed off on a ride through the snow covered woods. He was amazed when they came to a beautiful secluded glade where a fire was blazing and dinner waited.

Harry laughed when they were alone by the fire. "I didn't think you'd brave a fire again so soon."

Lucius knew what he meant. "Thankfully I chose the menu."

Harry accepted a glass of wine from him. "Our ride has left us here."

Lucius kissed him. "I will see you home when we are done."

A picnic wizard style waited for them and even the wine was warmed for them. Harry enjoyed hot dogs but he was happy with the meal. He did laugh when Lucius brought out some marshmallows when it came time for them to have dessert. It seems Lucius had decided to throw a bit of Harry into it and had s'mores for dessert for them. Only with the finest chocolate as well.

Harry was amazed as they watched the northern lights as they ate. "This is amazing."

Lucius was in his pocket. "Hopefully will be memorable."

Harry was turning as he said. "I don't think I could forget."

Lucius was kneeling when he turned around. "I hope not."

Harry saw the ring in his hand. "Luc?"

Lucius smiled. "You are stubborn and too much a lion. But I love you keep me on my toes. You challenge me to be a better man. Marry me."

Harry nodded. "Yes."

Lucius slid the ring on and drew him in for a long kiss. "You have no idea how happy I am."

Harry laughed. "I'd hope so since you just proposed." But he added. "So am I."

They finished their s'mores and then they headed back to the hotel through apparition. The hotel would see to the fire and food. Though they could see the stars from the roof in the living room, the view in the bedroom called to them. As Lucius took Harry to bed, the view of the Northern lights got lost for a time as they made love. Bu would be enjoyed for the days to come.

Lucius made Harry groan later when they lay curled to sleep. "Now to start planning the perfect wedding."