Chapter 15 Changes In Life

The week that Harry and Hermione spent in Spain was the most relaxing that either of them had had in a very long time. No kids, school work, friends, or enemies to bother them. Just the two of them soaking up the sun, making love, taking walks on the beach, and simply being together. As a matter of fact the only time that anyone else heard from them was an owl that they sent when they arrived.

They came back the day before the holidays ended and they had to return to school. Robbie and Raven had missed them and didn't seem to want their parents out of their sight. For the first time Harry and Hermione allowed the babies to sleep with them.

The Daily Prophet, on the morning of their return, had the headline "LUCIUS MALFOY FOUND GUILTY AND RECIEVES KISS". Draco and Narcissa both seemed to visibly relax as they no longer had to be afraid of the madman. It was another strike against Voldemort and Harry wondered when he would finally strike himself.

The train ride back was uneventful. Neville had stopped by their compartment to say "hi" and tell everyone that Ginny was pregnant and was very happy about it. Both Harry and Hermione offered their congratulations and best wishes upon hearing Neville's happy news.

The term started off quiet and it wasn't until Valentine's Day that Harry's world got a wake up call. The day had started normal enough. Waking up next to his wife, spending a few minutes with the twins before having a quick bite to eat and dashing off to class. He went over his plans for a romantic dinner for him and Hermione, in Hogsmeade, later that night. Dobby was watching the twins as Draco was planning something for him and Luna and Harry had no idea what that was.

It was potions class that set everything off. He and Hermione had arrived on time and everything started out just fine until it was time to start brewing the assigned potion. Hermione suddenly went white and fainted. Harry barely caught her before she hit the floor. Professor Slughorn immediately fire called Madam Pomphrey, who arrived seconds later. She revived Hermione and had her talking before helping her to the hospital wing. As Harry was gathering up their things, he was informed that he was to remain in class and not to set one foot near the hospital wing under any circumstance.

"I'm fine Harry. Madam Pomphrey just wants me to rest. Go to class and take notes for me so that I don't fall behind, please?"

They were out the door before he could answer or argue. The rest of the day was long and lonely for Harry. He tried several times to visit Hermione, but was blocked from going inside. Trying spells, ramming the door, or hitting it out of frustration worked. All he got was a note on the door saying to leave and go to class.

It wasn't until the end of the day and Harry returned to their rooms that he saw Hermione sitting in the nursery, playing with Raven.

"Hermione are you alright?"

"Yes, I'm fine."

"Then why couldn't I go to the hospital wing to see you?"

"Because Madam Pomphrey didn't want you hovering."

"I don't hover!"

"Yes, love, you do, especially when you're worried. It's really kind of sweet." She got up and kissed him.

"So what's wrong?"

"Nothing really. Just the fumes bothered me that's all."

"Fumes? What Fumes? We hadn't even started brewing yet."

"Fumes from the previous class. Now where are we going for dinner" she asked walking into their bedroom.

"The Three Broomsticks, I rented a room there." Harry was thinking. I didn't smell any fumes when we arrived. Hermione's hiding something and what's with the smile?

Both changed into dress robes. They said goodbye to the twins and made their way towards Hogsmeade by way of one of the secret passages. Madam Rosmerta showed them to their room where a five course meal waited for them. Hermione ate everything in front of her, including part of Harry's.

"Hungry?"

"Yes I am and for more than food." That sentence went straight to Harry's groin. "But presents first" she said lightly laughing and handed him a box as he handed hers to her. Harry had bought her an antique watch that he had seen her admire in a shop window. She squealed with delight and came across the table and landed on his lap with an intense kiss that lasted several seconds.

With a mischievous grin Hermione told Harry to open his gift. He opened the box and a blue bubble floated out of it. Confused Harry said "Uh, it's nice".

"You have no idea what this is do you?"

"No. Are you going to tell me?"

"It means that you're going to be a father."

Harry was even more confused. "I already am one."

Hermione sighed. "One of your own silly."

It took a moment but the light finally dawned and the look on Harry's face was something that Hermione would never forget and treasure forever. Harry gently touched her stomach.

"You mean that we created our own baby?"

"Yes that's what I mean."

"Is that why you passed out in potions?"

"Yes. I've suspected for about a week now and got caught off guard. Madam Pomphrey confirmed it and made me rest the rest of the day. She will inform the rest of the teachers tonight. Standard procedure."

"Hermione this is the best present that anyone has ever given me" and kissed her gently.

Draco had decided to do something incredibly bold. He had convinced Luna to get married on Valentine's Day. No one else knew, not his mother, Snape, Harry or Hermione. Luna thought that it was terribly romantic to elope and went along with the plans. While they were getting married Winky was moving Luna's thing from the Ravenclaw dorm to Draco's room. They spent the night at the Three Broomsticks and actually beat the other couple back to the castle the next morning.

Harry and Hermione decided to keep the new of the baby to themselves for a little while. The professors went along with the idea and placed very little restrictions on Hermione with exception of potions which could be dangerous to her and the baby. Draco and Luna kept their marriage quiet for the most part. Luna had told her father but Draco hadn't told his mother yet. Luna was constantly telling him to tell her since Narcissa was sending owls with wedding plans.

It took a week before Harry realized that Luna was living with Draco. He felt it was his duty to talk to Draco about it, as a friend to both. He didn't have the opportunity to until they were both walking to class without the women.

"Draco, can I ask why Luna is living with you permanently?"

"For the same reason Hermione's is with you" smirked Draco.

Harry stopped walking and just stared at his former rival. "Draco, Hermione and I are married."

"Yeah I know." Harry still hadn't moved and Draco went back and started pulling him along.

"When?"

"When what?"

"When did you two get married?"

"Valentine's Day."

"Well aren't you the romantic" smirked Harry.

"Luna seems to think so" smirked Draco in return.

Having learned his lesson when Hermione had gotten hurt, Harry really tried not to hover. A week after his talk with Draco, Hermione's morning sickness started. He felt totally helpless just holding her hair out of the way, having a flannel ready to help clean up her face, or rubbing her back. At least her morning sickness was in the evening when classes were done. Harry really had a hard time with watching her throw up and then an hour later eat like there was nothing wrong. It boggled the mind. As he laid in bed holding Hermione he thought that if he could just get rid of Voldemort that his life would be perfect.