Harry was petrified but he wanted to be with his dad and Uncle. He was assured that the wards on the school had been changed. And aurors would be posted. Harry wanted to be home. He was not ready to return to classes. His dad and the others would help him get caught up and keep up. He loved his Aunt and Molly. And he appreciated their care. But they assured him they understood. Harry did not need motherly coddling as it was called. He needed the comfort that he was used to. Harry had never known a mother's love really. An Aunt's yes but he had always relied on his dad and Uncle. And that was what was needed right now. They brought him back to school late in the evening after curfew so that no one would see him. They assured him that the school was behind him. They had been told but supported him. But he was definitely not ready to face them and his dad had understood that.
Harry was surprised. When they brought him down to his rooms in the dungeons they found it filled with flowers and teddies and sweets of all kinds. He found pictures from Rory as well. As his dad got him into bed he reminded his son what they had said. The school was worried about him. There were things from every house. He found some cards even from old friends who had graduated from school on both sides.
Dora came in when he was in bed and sunk down. "We're glad to have you home again Harry. You know if you need some coddling I am as good as my Aunt."
Harry smiled slightly at that. "I know. Thank you Dora. I just want this over with."
Sharing a look with her husband Dora felt the same helplessness he was. Neither of them could comfort him. They had no idea what to say to put him at ease. Even Ron seemed to have disappeared. It did not make much sense. They had enough testimony from him that they did not need Ron to actually testify. They were not sure what Albus may have been thinking taking him. Or if h some how had snuck away on his own. Ron was a fool to leave. He definitely was facing prison time for tipping off the headmaster for he had broken the agreement that got him the plea bargain. And probably longer prison time for running.
Severus kissed his son on the head. "You might want to get some sleep Prince. Your Uncle is bringing Max and Rory to visit you in the morning."
Tonks pointed at the numerous pictures. "Your little sister has definitely been missing you quite a bit. She was quite worried about her big brother."
The small smile grew a bit more. Harry had definitely missed them as well. They were a good reminder of his baby brother on the way. He was so happy they were the only children in his near future. As much as he wanted children of his own he wanted them years down the line when he was done school and had a career as well. He was already starting to drift off to sleep and Severus desperately hoped Harry would stay out for the night. He hoped being home and having been cheered up with talk of his little sister and brother would help Harry sleep through the night without a potion. They really wanted to get him back to sleeping on his own without them. Harry was not getting enough rest from potion induced sleeps.
Back out in the sitting room he drew his wife to him. He was not sure how he would do this without hr. He was so lucky to have such an incredible wife. And stepmom for his son. Remus ad Sirius would b there as well. Sirius was of course not back to work yet. He had been doing some paper work but he had stopped that. He would be in charge of the aurors stationed here at school until Albus was caught. Tonks would help as well but being over three months pregnant she needed to take it easy.
Severus drew his wife down into the couch with him and his hand went to her belly. "I just hope this little guy had an easier life then I have been able to give Harry."
Dora stopped him. "You have done the best by your son that you could. You can not blame yourself for those first years or for what happened now. You can't."
He wished he could. He wished that he could take her words to heart. But it was harder done then said. He was Harry's daddy. He should have watched over him. He should have stopped at nothing. He should have killed the man. He should have torn him to shreds for ever even touching him. Or thinking about touching him. There were so many things that he should have done. There were so many things he wished he had done. But Dora was right. As were Remus and even Sirius. He was doing no good. He could not go back and change what he had done. And continuing to think about how he failed Harry was not going to help his son. His son needed him there and needed him to be focussing on him and helping him heal.
Dora as always knew his mind and kissed him. "Let me and Sirius and the aurors worry about Albus and Ron. And you and Remus focus on our little boy in there."
Severus sighed and returned the kiss. "Thank you for that. And for this. Sometimes I think you are the only thing keeping me sane through all of this."
Dora laughed a bit at that. "Well that is a good thing. Our son, both our sons need a sane daddy. I do not need you to go off your rocker on me."
Carrying his wife to bed he kissed her tenderly and assured her she had nothing to worry about. He had no intention of being anything but an ever present dad to both boys. And the best husband he could manage to her. He sometimes felt guilty lastly that he had not been the best husband for her. He was focussing so much on his son when she was pregnant and probably could have been using more of his attention and care. He swore that he would do better by her as well.
She snuggled against him. "You are an amazing husband. I knew you were a Dad when we began dating. You know your bond with Harry is one thing I love."
Severus held her close. "I think that I am going to have to ask Moody if he taught or had someone teach you occulemency. You are too good at reading my mind."
Shaking hr head Dora just reminded him she loved him so much. And when it came to someone you loved you usually could know their thoughts. Severus usually knew hoe she felt without using his abilities. Though he still found her like most women hard to understand some times. But that was women. Both he and his son were amazingly lucky to have her. He could never thank Narcissa enough for setting them up with each other.
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Remus and Sirius were taking the kids to see Harry. It was a Saturday so they both could go. Rory had not stopped asking since her brother disappeared. She had no idea of course. She had been told that he was sick. She had coloured a new picture for him every day. Max was too young to understand but he did miss his brother. Remus and Sirius missed him as well. Remus had only been with him for the pregnancy test. They both were glad they convinced him to return back to the school. They had heard the students talk. There were definitely rumours. But about the headmaster. They had heard Moody accusing Albus of something with a boy Tom. Only a few had a feeling that it was Voldemort. But others were thinking about any possible Toms who had gone through school. They all wanted to know who and when. But they had been told Harry's rooms were looking like a gift shop now. Severus had conceded that the stuffed animals could fill the nursery for his newer son soon.
Remus watched Max and Rory napping before they went to visit. "I am so glad that once and for all the man is out of here. I worry there have been others."
Sirius held his husband. "I know. Moody had said they are looking into it. It seems odd only two students in fifty years have been molested by the man."
Of course there was something linking them. And it was not only because Harry had been the boy who lived. Voldemort and Harry both had incredible power. Harry had potential beyond Voldemort though. He had showed far more promise. They hoped when the headmaster was caught and in prison they could finally work with Harry properly and have him trained in his wandless magic. Filius thought that Harry really needed to stop being limited to using his wand. He had such potential and it was not far at all that Harry was made to hide it from the world. With Albus gone they hoped it would be safe with time for Harry to slowly be trained in it again.
Sirius looked at the latest art from Rory. "Maybe when Harry is a bit stronger we can start our animagi training again. I think it might cheer him up a bit."
Remus smiled when he noticed the family picture Rory had drawn had her Daddy in wolf form. "I think Harry would like that but he does have catch up."
They both knew Harry was already ahead in mot of his classes. And it would take not much to get him caught up on what he had missed. Since he started the lessons with Sirius Harry had been so excited. He definitely loved the fact he was a wolf. He felt n even closer bond with his godfather. Rory knew her Daddy was a werewolf though she did not really understand fully what that meant other then Daddy want away a few days a month and was always a bit pal after that. Sirius of course had her riding on him since she was a baby and Max was no different. They did not need a pt dog, they already had one. Harry had asked permission some time ago and had been granted it to give Rory a kitten for Christmas. She loved Sir Whiskers so much and had not forgotten hr request of her big brother when Max was born. Max was old enough now they thought and were sure it would be a good idea for their daughter.
When the kids were awake they headed for the dungeons. Rory had the newest picture. They had trouble putting her down. Which was uncommon. She had heard her big brother was home and though still a bit ill, she could see him. She had wanted to go right away but they told her she could only go if she took a nap first.
Dora ushered them in as she was heading out for some work. "You will find them both in Harry's room. My husband is helping him with his transfiguration paper."
Remus was not surprised for Minerva was one of the few who did not excuse Harry from the work. "I am sure he will be up for a little sister break."
Kissing them Dora assured them that he would be. Rory ran through the door with her dads and brother following. Harry actually managed a laugh when his little sister clambered onto the bed and practically strangled him with a hug. Harry was still pal and was breaking their hearts but a bit of a glimmer returned to his eyes as he was holding his sister against him. Remus placed Max down on the bed and Harry reached over and kissed his little brother as well.
Rory showed him the picture. "Me make another picture Harry. Me miss you. Harry not get sick again. Not allowed."
Harry smiled at her pout. "I will try I promise my little Northern Light. And thank you for my picture. My room looks like an art gallery from you."
Sure enough along with the flowrs and the gifts they realized his walls were plastered with her art work even over his old quidditch posters. Harry did not mind. He was happy to have his sister decorate his room for him. And his dad even made a joke that maybe they should have her help decorate the nursery. Dora actually thought it was a cute idea. She had no idea what her husband and son had planned for the nursery but though a framed picture or not on the wall could definitely be sweet. Severus tended to agree and he and Harry promised to let Rory add a picture to the room. But she would not be finding out the theme that way. Even with everything going on they knew that they needed to remember about the baby too. And Harry wanted to. Talking about nurseries was a good distraction for them.
Sirius looked at his cousin. "I thought that you were heading out for work when we came in. I would not want you to get fired or something."
Dora punched him in the arm. "Keep that up big cousin and I will convince Moody to keep you on permanent desk duty when you come back from paternity leave."
Sirius snorted. "Not going to happen especially with you going on maternity leave. You know the department would fall apart with out me on the streets."
Dora headed for the door but she made a crack that he was right. He would not know how to use the office products. He would probably blow it up when trying to send one of the inter office memo airplanes. It was definitely much safer for the department if Sirius was on the street and not a paper pusher. Sirius tried to look hurt but he shrugged. He was not about to become a full time paper pusher until the day he was so old h got forced out of it or into retirement like Moody had been. And that point he would likely start training aurors instead of taking a desk job. No on saw him retiring before the day he died. He had too much in common with Moody.
Dora got to the door again but she was stopped from leaving again by another arrival. "What are you doing here?"
George was standing and holding a bouquet of wild flowers. "I was hoping that you guys would let me talk to Harry. Charlie told me he came home last night."
Though she warned him that she would send Moody after him if he even thought of putting Harry in tears again he was allowed inside. She left for work and George headed towards the bedroom. He saw harry was with his dad, godfathers and siblings. He knew he was going to have to face the fire from them all but he had hoped he would not have to all at the same time but he looked at them all.
He looked at Harry's dad. "I would really like a chance to talk to Harry"
Harry saw his dad was not certain but he nodded. "Can you guys give us some time alone?"
Kissing Harry they assured him they were all just out in the sitting room. All of them gave him the same talk Dora did. They would come after him if he put Harry back in tears. And he had absolutely no doubt that they would. Severus was still worried when they left the boys alone. Harry had been through so much already. He prayed that George had taken the time since the attack to come to his senses for he did not think Harry could take anything more then he already had.
Remus stopped him from going back. "Harry will call if he needs us. I think he needs this right now. You know how much he loves George."
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George put the flowrs down next to Harry and looked at him. He saw the pain from the last time he was there. His own words wrung through his head. He could se the doubt and pain in the eyes again. His brothers had been right. He had hurt Harry so badly. He should have gone to the manor. He could have left campus. He should not have stayed away this long from Harry. His boyfriend deserved so much better of him. Even before Harry and he had started dating Harry would have deserved better. He had known he was wrong. He had known Harry would never have done any of that. And it killed him that he had added to the pain his boyfriend was in. He was just glad Harry was home. He hated that he drove Harry from his dad and Uncle. Harry should have been there for them to take care of.
Harry looked at him. "I didn't George. I'm sorry I didn't tell you about the showers. I didn't want to worry you. I swear George. I swear."
George sunk down. "Oh Merlin Harry I am so sorry. I know you never wanted this. I know you never would cheat on me. I am so sorry. I am so sorry."
Sobbing Harry shook his head. He drew away from George when he tried to hug him. George knew only part of it was to do with what happened. Well with not wanting a man to touch him. He knew that Harry was in pain. He felt betrayed by his boyfriend. George had walked out on him. George could not blame him at all.
Harry looked at him. "I love you. You know I would never have sex with someone. I can barely let you touch me. I don't understand. I don't."
George got his hands. "Harry I am so sorry. I was so angry. And I directed it at you. I was angry that you were attacked and I couldn't protect you. I felt helpless."
Harry still refused to be held. "Then where have you been? I needed you. My dad said you still....but you never came. I needed you."
George finally got him into his arms. "I was so upset and I thought I'd hurt you worse. I was wrong. I swear I will be here for this and after. I swear Harry."
Finally going fully into George's arms he buried his head against his chest. He held on for dear life. They were quiet for a bit. But Harry eventually shared with him what happened and the pregnancy test which followed. George's heart ached that he had not been with Harry through it. He got a small laugh when Harry heard what Fred had done to knock some sense into him.
George kissed him. "I am so sorry. I will do anything to make it up to you. I swear I am going to be with you through all of this."