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A/N: Special thanks to my new beta drnic!
Sorry for the insane wait on this guys, lately I seem to have rampant writers block (urgh), anyway, hope you all enjoy this short chapter. Seriously, they will, eventually, get longer.
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Chapter 7: Deck the Halls and all that Rot
Draco grinned as he pushed Harry through the floo into Fred and George's shop. He was extremely relieved that the red heads allowed him and Harry to use their personal floo, it made traveling as a family a lot easier. As soon as he and Harry were through, Siri came out, sputtering, coughing and tripping, grinning thankfully at Draco, as his Dad was able to catch him. Orion was last, stepping sedately and cleanly through the fireplace, much like Draco. Once the four of them were presentable and soot free, the family went into the main sitting room of the Weasley's small apartment above their store. Fred and George were both sitting their waiting for them, although once they entered both twins leaped up and rushed towards Orion and Sirius, both grabbing their respective godson and hugging the life out of them. The boys giggled, even Orion lost his 'Slytherin' attitude and became a giggling child again as his godfather tickled him.
"We missed you two" the red heads chorused as Fred lifted Siri up and settled him on his hip. Yes Siri was eleven, however no one seemed to care when it came to carrying the young pre-teen. Siri just grinned and wrapped his arms around his godfather, letting his head rest on Fred's shoulder. Neither Fred or George had ever married or had children, though they both had dated multiple people, so Orion and Sirius were the closest thing they had to children of their own. Well, they had nieces and nephews, but they generally avoided the majority of their family, especially after their treatment of Harry.
"Missed you too" Orion said with a chuckled as George ruffled his hair.
"So Harry, Draco what brings you to lovely ole' Diagon Alley? Especially this time of year?" Fred asked.
"Christmas shopping of course" Draco said with a chuckle. "The twins had some shopping they wanted to do since they couldn't while at school" He explained.
"We have to shop for Father, Dad, Grandma and Papa" Siri said with a sigh. "How can we shop for you guys if you're with us?" he asked suddenly, looking at his parents reproachfully.
George chuckled, "I think I may have a solution for you" He offered, "How about Fred and I take the twins shopping. We can leave the shop for an hour, Lee can manage it" He added when Harry opened his mouth to protest.
"Well, it means we could get some last minute shopping done" Draco said, glancing down at his husband, who looked thoughtful for a moment before nodding.
"It's fine by me. We can meet back here in say an hour or two and then go for lunch" the raven-haired man said with a grin. Siri squirmed for a minute, demanding to be let down, once Fred placed him on the ground he scurried over to his parents and gave them a quick hug, as did Orion.
"Thank you" they both yelled happily, the twins adored spending time with Fred and George and the prospect of spending the afternoon with them was an exciting one.
"Shall we be off then?" Draco asked Harry, who nodded. "Alright, we'll meet back here in about an hour then" the blond said, wheeling Harry out of the room so he and his husband could begin their shopping. Before leaving the house that morning, Draco had given the twins some shopping money so they could get their gifts without problem.
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"So where shall we go first?" Fred asked the twins as George went to speak to Lee about watching the shop while they went shopping.
"We were thinking of going to the bookstore to see if there's something for Papa, he likes that new series that just came out" Orion said with a grin.
"Oh the new one by Jeff Thomas?" Fred asked, the books were rather popular.
"Yea, those ones" Orion agreed, "And then the jewelry store for Grandma, she likes things from there" he added. Fred smirked, nodding his head in agreement, he was sure Narcissa Malfoy liked things from jewelry store.
"What about for your parents? Any idea what to get them?" He asked the twins. Harry was ridiculously easy to shop for, since he'd like and appreciate anything the twins gave them. Draco was a bit more difficult, but like any parent he loved whatever his children gave him.
"We were thinking of some potions things for Father, he still likes to brew occasionally, or something from that collectables shop at the end of the alley. He likes unique things" the young Slytherin said with a grin.
"And for Harry?" George asked, having returned from speaking to Lee and had overheard the tail end of the conversation.
"We were thinking either a new book, or some fancy quills?" Siri suggested. Fred nodded in agreement but George shook his head.
"Why don't you give him a picture frame with a picture of you two in it? Or a photo album?" George asked, he knew Harry loved things like that, reminders that he had a family. Siri's eyes twinkled, that could work. He knew his Dad had a huge photo album of him and Orion from when they were babies, but he wasn't sure if he had any new photos beyond the occasional picture snapped at a family function. He glanced at Orion, who looked thoughtful before nodding.
"Dad loves presents like that" the Slytherin said, "He always says his favorite things are those that remind him of us and Father"
George nodded in agreement, Harry was very family oriented, especially after his childhood and he loved receiving things that reminded him of his family. He had loved those god-awful Weasley jumpers their Mum had knitted for everyone as Christmas presents during their Hogwarts days.
"Lets go" Siri said, tugging on Fred's hand, the redhead snickered and allowed the little boy to drag him towards the nearest store.
"I'll take Orion to get presents for Draco and Lucius while you and Siri get things for Harry and Narcissa" George said to his brother, catching up Orion's hand and leading the small pre-teen towards the bookstore. He figured it was easier to break up the shopping, especially since they didn't have that long. Fred nodded in agreement and continued on with Siri to head towards the antique shop in Diagon Alley, perhaps they could find a frame or photo album there.
"How are we gonna get pictures for it?" Siri asked his Uncle Fred, looking up at the older man curiously.
"After we get the frame or album, we'll go to the photography store down the street. They can do up some pictures for us based on memories we have. They probably have a few pictures of your family floating around from the press as well, not that we should use those" Fred explained. Siri nodded happily as they entered the shop, both glancing around for the needed items.
MOA
Meanwhile, George and Orion were browsing the books in Flourish and Blotts, amazingly they were able to find the next book in the series that Lucius desired, the entire section was almost completely sold out. Humming happily, Orion paid for the book, glancing around as he did so.
"Just the apothecary now?" George said with a small smile. "Any idea what type of ingredients you want to get your Father?" He asked as they walked down to Professor Snape's potion shop. It was the best place to get ingredients and Snape would know what Draco would want or need.
"Uncle Sev'll know" Orion said decisively as they entered the shop. Thankfully it was fairly empty beyond a few patrons and the few that were in the store were purchasing their items and leaving.
"Orion" Severus beamed as he walked around the counter and pulled the young Slytherin in for a hug. "Weasley" he greeted George, extending his hand in greeting. George chuckled and shook the acerbic Potion Master's hand.
"Hey Uncle Sev" Orion greeted, returning the man's hug and looking around the shop curiously.
"What can I help you two with today? And were are your parents and brother?" the dark haired man asked.
"We're picking up a present for Father, some ingredients maybe?" Orion replied, still looking around the shop. "Siri and Uncle Fred are shopping for Grandma and Daddy and our parents are doing more shopping I think" Orion said with a shrug.
"Ah ingredients" Severus glanced around the shop before walking over to a specific wall and picking up a few vials.
"I know your Father has been looking for some Hippogriff feather clippings" he said, "And some newt tongue" He handed the vials to Orion. "These should be a good present for Draco"
"Thanks Uncle Sev!" Orion carefully took the vials, admiring the contents for a moment.
"How much?" he asked while George browsed the shop for some things for him and Fred, they were working on some new products.
"Its on me Orion, you know your money is no good here" Severus said with a casual wave of his hand. Orion beamed, carefully sliding the unbreakable vials (the only kind Severus sold) into his pocket.
"Thank you Severus" George said, placing his own items on the counter so the man could ring them up. He had found a few items that may come in handy and he knew Severus' ingredients were of top quality. The dark-haired man inclined his head to George, quickly ringing up and bagging his purchases. As soon as George had paid for them, he and Orion headed off to meet with Harry and Draco as well as his twin and Siri.
"Think they found everything?" Orion asked as he and George made their way to the meeting place.
"I'm sure they did" George responded, grinning as they entered the shop. Harry and Draco were waiting for them behind the counter, talking with Lee and watching the door.
Finally the entire family was reunited, everyone had been successful with their purchases.
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"Ready to go for lunch now?" Harry asked as Draco shrunk the boys' purchases, without looking at them of course.
"Yes" Siri said, rubbing his stomach empathetically. "Lets go" He grinned as Draco ruffled his hair fondly.
"Thank you for taking them shopping. Are you two coming over for dinner again this year?" Harry asked as he lifted Orion up and settled him on his lap. Orion was a lot less 'touchy-feely' then Siri, so Harry tried to cuddle his Slytherin son whenever he got a chance.
"Yea, Remus and Severus coming as well?" Fred asked curiously.
"Of course, and our parents. Feel free to bring any significant others" Harry added, waggling his eyebrows playfully. The older twins groaned and shuffled the Potter-Malfoy family out of the shop with promises to see them for dinner.
"Where shall we get lunch?" Draco asked his husband curiously.
"I was thinking that new little cafe? You know down by Gringotts?" Harry suggested.
"Ah yes, Blaise and Pansy mentioned that it was good" Draco said, leading the way towards the aforementioned restaurant. Finally the family was settled inside at a small table up against the wall for privacy, and looking over their menus.
"What are you going to get?" Draco asked once they had placed drink orders, (Pumpkin juice for Harry and the boys and coffee for Draco).
"I think the soup and sandwich combination looks rather good" Harry responded, looking over the menu again.
"What about you two?" Draco asked the twins, he was getting the stew.
"I want the club sandwich" Orion said with a grin as Sirius piped up on wanting fish and chips. As the waitress returned with their drinks and they were able to place their food orders.
"Are you two excited for Christmas? Did you manage to get everything?" Draco asked the twins.
Siri nodded, setting his juice back down to speak with his Father.
"I just need to get Orion's present now, and Dad said he'd take me to do that later, like you'll take Ori to get mine" the Hufflepuff said with a grin.
"Of course" Draco murmured, grinning slightly at the pair. They took buying each other's presents, whether it was for Christmas or their birthday, very seriously.
Finally the food arrived, and the family lapsed into content silence as they began to eat.
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