Holy Shit! :D Sorry, I felt the was needed. A year and 3 weeks going this story has been on hiatus. A lot has been happening in my life, and even right now things aren't easy going. I've been working on updating this and Happening of Love on a constant. Any little idea and I type it out, write it out, save it in a text lol This story was my baby right after Knowing The Real You. I know this is a short 2k words, but I felt it was good to stop it here, and I've already working on the next chapter (along with the next chapter to Happenings of Love, to those who read it as well!) I hope to all of my followers that it's a joy to see this, anyone new, welcome! Hope you all like it :) All mistakes are my own
Warnings: Language, fluff, general plot :)
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter or any of its characters. All rights go to the respected creators, and I make no profit from writing this
Lucius stood before Voldemort's desk, still unable to use his voice but refusing to look weak even though he was helpless. When Narcissa said she had spoken to Draco and he was to be at the Riddle Manor tomorrow morning; he could hardly believe it.
'I'll have to inform her of the changes this afternoon! Our plans can finally move forward.' Voldemort could see the devilish intent in Lucius' eyes, making him want to reach out and strangle the other man.
'Remember, this is to keep him safe.'
"Draco has talked to me this past week and I've given his words a lot of thought. You have always been good to me Lucius, you've always done your duty; even with your rather unpleasant…private pleasures. My problem is that you took it upon yourself to do it inside my home, non-consensually, on someone you knew I hold above all rules. So I do not feel bad for you, I would have done worse if it wasn't for the fact Severus was standing there to stop me; so I advise you find the time to thank him for your life and not being permanently maimed." With a flick of his wrist, Lucius took a deep breath and coughed; his throat and voice rough.
"Of course, My Lord; I'll make sure to do so as soon as I leave here."
"There will be some requirements for you being allowed in my home again, of course"
"Whatever you say." Voldemort eyed him, taking in all of Lucius' ticks to write down in his file for the Weasley men.
"You are to report straight to my office, and the dining hall. You are not allowed anywhere else inside the manor without me, Draco, or Severus at your side. If I find you or find out that you have gone against my words; I will not hold back this time and your life will fall by my hands. Do you understand me?" Lucius eyed Voldemort in the same calculating manner, knowing that the other man meant every word. This just meant he needed to plan out further how he would get a hold of Potter.
"Of course My Lord, I understand. It will not be a problem, I am only thankful to be back under your tutelage, and I hope that things can go back to the way they were before this incident." Voldemort nodded his head in agreement, pulling out a file before handing it to Lucius.
"Now that you're back, I want you to start on this project. It has to deal with the Unspeakables; I've been running into too many problems that I don't need – fix it." Lucius took the file easily, and tucked it to his side before bowing slightly.
"Yes My Lord, it will be done." Knowing when he was being dismissed, Lucius left and Voldemort leaned against the desk as he watched him go.
'I hope you know what you're doing Draco.'
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"I just can't put it together! It's untraceable, there's no trail to or from wherever he goes, and the smell of wildflowers is all we have! How is that all we have?!"Charlie growled out in frustration, running his fingers roughly through his hair. Bill stood leaned against the wall, arms crossed over his chest like normal as he watched his brother pace.
"It's gonna take some time Charlie, Lucius isn't a stupid man; so we have to stop expecting stupid mistakes on his part. We need to look at this from another angle, it's the only thing we can do."
"What angle is there to look from? We've gone through them all."
"I could do it." Both men looked over at Colin who walked out of the back room, frowning when George and Fred followed with unhappy expressions.
"What's going on?" Bill asked, going over to stand with Charlie when he started to look worried.
"It's said that Lucius has a thing for younger males…I could find out information."
"No way in hell! Not happening Colin, no; I won't allow it." Charlie protested, stepping forward and pulling the smaller male to his chest to hold him. As if he was trying to protect him and block him from the ideals of harm that could befall him at his suggestion.
"We tried to talk him out of it, but he's determined. It could work, Charlie. Lucius won't even think Colin smart enough to know anything, being a muggle-born and all. He'll speak more freely while he's around…"
"You're willing to use him as bait to a sadistic pervert to find out information?" Charlie battered back in anger, looking down in surprise when Colin tugged on his sleeve.
"I'm willing to do anything it takes to make sure Harry stays safe, and never has to worry about anything like this happening again; even if it means making myself available to a man like Lucius Malfoy."
"Charlie, he isn't a child. The War ruined that for many people like Colin. Are you sure you want to do this? Do you know what you'll be getting yourself into?" Bill implored, moving to stand next to Charlie and look down at the smaller male.
"I really want to do this, and I know what will happen. I will be okay, I promise you guys." Charlie just pulled away without a word and walked straight out of the apartment; Colin watched and his face fell.
"Do you think he hates me now?" Bill wrapped one long arm around the smaller male and pulled him to his side; ruffling his hair.
"He doesn't hate you Colin, just the situation. He'll come around, I promise. Just do me one favor, okay?"
"Of course Bill, sure." He pulled the portkey from his pocket, and hung it around the boy's neck. It was The Eye of Horus in a deep gold and fit snugly on him.
"It's a portkey. If anything goes wrong, or you have a bad feeling; please use it. It'll take you right to me, and I'll make sure you're safe. Just say Család." Colin threw his arms around Bill, and hugged him tight.
"Thank you." Patting him once more on the head, he left him with the twins before leaving to find where Charlie went off too.
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Harry laid out in between two dug out sets of flower beds, breathing in the soft scent of flowers with his eyes closed. He'd been trying to figure out how he was going to bring it up to Draco, that he wanted to go back to Hogwarts; no – that he WAS going back to Hogwarts in just a little under 2 months. Part of him was fearful of Draco raging and going back to the way he use to be; firm, cold, and only aiming for control of him. The newer Draco that he was getting to know was much more pleasant; warmer, more open, actually caring in a way Harry never imagined. Touching the dragon around his neck made a small smile tilt on his lips.
"There you are, I've been looking for you." Eyes suddenly popping open, Harry saw Draco peering down at him with a soft expression on his face.
"I wasn't expecting you until this evening." The words came out soft and without thought as Harry moved to sit up; Draco sitting down right beside him.
"I finished up my work early and went looking for you; Our Lord said you were out in the gardens again. How are you faring today?"
"Fine, thank you for asking." The response was automatic, spilling from him easy and common as ever. It's what he always told Draco now a days when he came looking for it. His stomach churned when a real look of concern flashed over Draco's face but he turned his eyes back to the flowers and butterflies that seemed to keep him company whenever he came out.
"Can I ask you something Harry?" The soft tone of Draco's voice had him looking back at him, and with a silent nod he went back to his gazing.
"Is there anything you want, anything at all? Nothing is too much; you must know I would gladly lay the world at your feet." Draco felt his throat closing up as he spoke, taking Harry's hand softly in his own when. He couldn't stop a smile when he saw the small red flush trail over Harry's cheeks. Harry felt his throat tightening, Tom's words going through his mind like a movie reel.
'What's the worst that could happen? – He'd never let me leave the room ever again. No, Tom would never allow that. – He'd stop being the caring Draco that I've come to lo- no! Don't start thinking like that Harry.'
"Actually…there is something I'd like, if you wouldn't mind." Draco quickly moved closer to Harry, pressing them hip to hip; thigh to thigh.
"Ask and you shall receive." Draco immediately replied with a soft smile, causing Harry to laugh softly in turn.
"Spend the evening with me. Just us." Harry's eyes widened just a big as Draco's had. He hadn't even been expecting the words that had spilled from his mouth but deep down, Harry knew that's what he wanted more than anything. Draco's eyes softened as he tilted Harry's head up; locking their eyes together just for a swift movement before he leaned in to kiss him.
"I'd rather spend it with you than do anything else, my Raven." Harry felt himself melt on the inside at the words as he leaned in gently to the kiss; allowing Draco to push him back and cover him as the kiss deepened.
The mirror in Lord Voldemort's office faded to dark, allowing Draco and Harry there much deserved privacy if what they saw was leading to where he was sure it would.
"Does this calm your worries?" Charlie felt himself fighting back tears. Those looks, the touches, the sweet words; it was obvious to anyone who looked with open eyes that Draco Malfoy was in love with Harry; and that Harry seemed to be falling just as swift.
"Are they always like that?" The words slipped from him without realizing it. He had only come to fill Voldemort in on the new information, but with the lack of evidence; he just needed to see for his own eyes that Harry was alright.
"Draco would deny it, but yes; he increasingly acts affectionate towards Harry."
"And Harry?"
"Curls into him and craves it; takes it all and gives in turn." Charlie felt his throat tighten up, but nodded.
"Thank you for that."
"No thanks needed. So the blonde boy, he's truly going to do this?" Charlie felt himself gritting his teeth again. He hated this idea, but it was the best bet they had for now.
"Yes, he's determined. Lucius likes younger boys and Colin will seem like a stupid body to fuck with no link to you at all. He'll be informing me, Bill, and the twins with any important information. We made it clear that if we cannot be reached, which should never happen, that he is to come straight to you."
"Of course, my floo is always open to you all with the password I have assigned; any time of the day you can come through and I shall be alerted to your presence. He's now back within the inner circle, I have him working with the Unspeakables for now. I'm hoping he slips soon so I can get him out of my hair; the sooner the better for us all."
"Of course, My Lord. I will be reporting back to you soon."
"Good day Charlie."
There we are! :D So sorry for the shortness, but there is more to come! I happen to be on vacation from work this week, and I'm FINALLY getting a new computer charger! :) Hope you all liked it, the next chapter will have some more memories, and more fluff (cause I think Harry deserves some Fluff in his life) :) -R.F
Also - Család means Family