Chapter 12 – Life and Love
The following day, Ginny and Viktor left with Aleksander and Stefania. They made their way to Diagon Alley, where they spent time window shopping. Then Ginny showed them around Quality Quidditch Supplies. Although the shop wasn't open on Sundays, Ginny opened the shop for her new friends. Aleksander was beside himself with the variety of items Ginny stocked and soon beginning piling up a stack of items. Ginny gave him the family discount and they left to return to Bulgaria with several large bags of merchandise.
Viktor and Ginny ran a couple of errands and then made it back home by lunch. The weather was perfect and the rest of the afternoon was spent lazing in hammocks in the garden and reading. Luna also brought out a canvas she had been working on and spent several hours painting. Lunch the day before had been a stressful time and all four of the partners enjoyed a simple afternoon in their new house in the country.
Shortly before five, a bell rang from inside the house, indicating someone was calling on the floo. Ginny went inside and was surprised to see her father waiting in the fire.
"Hi Ginny. Your mum and I have been talking and we'd like to come visit when you all have time."
"Alright dad. How about you apparate over in fifteen?" Ginny said with a bit of trepidation.
Mr. Weasley nodded his head and left the fire while Ginny rushed outside to warn everyone. Fifteen minutes later, the four of them were waiting in the garden when Mr. and Mrs. Weasley apparated outside their gate. They welcomed the elder Weasleys into the garden and floated a basket of cold butterbeers out of the kitchen. The four of them had said all they felt they needed to say the previous day and waited for Mr. and Mrs. Weasley to break the silence. Finally, it was Mr. Weasley who spoke.
"Thanks for letting us come back to see you. Your mother and I have been talking a lot since we left. Since we found out about Luna's pregnancy, we have both been worried for you Charlie. We know you are an adult, but you are still our son and we felt you were making decisions you would regret by not committing to your child's mother. Then when you delivered your news yesterday it was all just a bit much on top of our other concerns. After a lot of discussion, we've come to an acceptance of your relationship status. We want you to know this has been the second most difficult trial we have faced, behind Fred's death, but we cannot lose any more children. I can't say we are comfortable with this yet, but we will not object. I hope this will be sufficient for now."
Charlie turned and looked at Ginny, then Viktor and Luna. Each of them gave a small smile and then Ginny spoke.
"Thanks dad. We will take that for now. I just want you to know that our decision to continue in this partnership is not something that we plan on dissolving in the future. I hope you accept that this is permanent and there will never be a time where we are willing or able to change our sexuality or abandon our partnerships. As long as you both accept this and do not pressure us to change, then we can move forward. I hope too in the future that you will be able to fully comprehend our love for one another."
Arthur nodded, slightly shocked at the look of determination in his daughter's eyes. With her statement, Ginny had just cut off future meddling from Molly. He realized finally that there really and truly was no going back. With a small sigh, he reached out to hug his daughter. Then Molly and the others joined in the hug. There was still tension, but the first step to healing had begun.
Charlie pulled back and looked at his parents. "Well then, since you missed the meal and tour yesterday, do you want to stay for dinner? I don't cook, but I can show you around while dinner is prepared. Vik has a pork loin that has been marinating and there will be more than enough."
Mrs. Weasley nodded at her son and took her husband's arm as they were led inside to tour their children's new home. An hour later dinner was ready and they enjoyed a simple, but delicious dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Weasley left shortly thereafter and the tension that surrounded them left as well.
The next day was Monday and life returned to normal. Charlie was back teaching at the reserve, Ginny was in her shop and Luna was at the Quibbler. Viktor kept himself busy at home, and was on call if Ginny or Luna needed help at the shop or magazine. One morning at the shop, Ginny received a large shipment of stock from several overseas suppliers. She buried herself in re-organizing the storeroom and completely lost track of time when Luna appeared. Luna carried a bag of sandwiches and her eyes got big when she walked into the storeroom.
"Wow. I guess I see why you forgot our lunch Ginny."
"Oh wow, hi Luna. Lunch? Is it time? Wait, it's an hour past. Gods I'm sorry Luna love."
"It's fine, I brought sandwiches. I figured something came up. Why don't you take a break and eat."
"An excellent idea. I am famished. I just hadn't realized until you arrived. Thanks for picking up sandwiches. I owe you for forgetting our date."
"No worries dear. I'm sure I'll find a way for you to make it up to me."
Ginny looked at a smirking Luna and began to heat up. "Mmm, yes, I definitely will need to make it up. But first, let's eat."
Luna and Ginny settled among the boxes, using a few for a table and quickly devoured the lunch Luna had brought. As they finished, Luna looked around and offered to stay for a while to help.
"That would be great Luna. I appreciate it. I hadn't expected all three of my new suppliers' shipments to arrive at once. Before we get started, I think I owe you something…" Ginny said as she leaned forward and began kissing Luna. Soon the kiss deepened and Luna pulled Ginny behind a stack of boxes as they snogged in earnest. As they snogged, Ginny moved from Luna's mouth down to her chest, where she undid a few buttons and began kissing her lover's breasts. Luna moaned into Ginny's shoulder as Ginny proceeded to lift Luna's skirt. Pushing aside Luna's knickers, Ginny's experienced fingers probed her lover as Luna began to quake against her. Ginny continued, thrusting her fingers in and out of Luna's wetness as she ground herself against Luna's thigh. Luna began to cum and Ginny engulfed her mouth, stifling the noise Luna was making. As she jerked, Luna's arm went sideways, knocking over several boxes. When Luna began to come down from her high, Ginny looked over past the knocked over boxes and groaned as she saw a stunned Leana standing in the doorway.
"Um, Ginny. I need more of the Peruvian chestnut add-on tail twigs for a customer. When you have a moment. The customer is still busy looking around. I'll be going back now."
Ginny kissed Luna one more time before pulling away. "Oh well Luna, looks like it's back to work. At least I got a chance to repay you."
"Gods yes Ginny. That was amazing. One more place to add to our lovemaking spots bucket list. But next time is your turn."
"Sounds wonderful Luna. Maybe after hours next time."
Ginny went and found the item Leana had asked for while Luna began reorganizing the boxes they had spilled. Ginny then took a box of the tail twigs out front for Leana. She stopped and talked to the customer while Leana checked him out and then the store was empty.
"Leana, I need to apologize for what happened back in the storeroom. That was unprofessional. I would appreciate though if you could keep it…" Before Ginny could finish, another customer entered the store.
Leana leaned over and whispered, "It's fine Ginny. I was a bit surprised, but it's your store."
Leana was cut off as the customer came over to ask questions and Ginny returned to organizing the storeroom. She and Luna spent a couple more hours organizing the stock when Luna had to leave for a scheduled interview. Ginny kissed her goodbye reluctantly as she ached for the release she had given Luna earlier.
Ginny refocused and continued with the stock. About twenty minutes after Luna left, Viktor walked into the storeroom.
"Viktor! This is a welcome surprise." Ginny said as she pecked him on the cheek.
"Luna sent a patronus to tell me you needed help. I see what she meant. So, here I am, what do you need?"
Ginny smiled and began to instruct Viktor on her stocking system. Soon they were working alongside each other and the storeroom was gradually getting back in order. Late in the afternoon, Ginny was putting away a final box of broomstick compasses when Viktor came around the corner and saw her stretching to reach the top shelf. The maneuver had exposed a bit of her bare belly and Viktor couldn't resist as he came up to tickle her. Ginny gasped in surprise and almost dropped the box before Viktor rescued it and easily reached the shelf that Ginny was having a hard time with. The maneuver pressed Viktor's body against her and Ginny's frustration from earlier in the day came out in a low groan. Viktor turned, looked into her eyes and smiled.
"Hmm, seems I may be needed for more than just stocking." Then Viktor took Ginny in his arms and began snogging her. Ginny knew she shouldn't tempt fate again, but she desperately needed him. They were several aisles back, well deep into the storeroom and she decided she didn't care as she began to pull up Viktor's shirt. As she rubbed his muscles, Viktor cast aside her shirt and began ravishing her breasts. Ginny was gasping as she reached for her wand to cast a quick charm. Then she dropped the wand and began to hastily undo Viktor's belt. Realizing her need, Viktor quickly yanked Ginny's jeans off her and she stepped out of them, leaving her in a black bra and fuschia knickers. She began snogging Viktor again, while grinding against the throbbing erection that was tenting his trunks. Viktor finally had enough and yanked his trunks down, followed quickly after by Ginny's knickers. Grabbing Ginny by her bum, he picked her up and set her on a shelf while swiftly entering her dripping sex. His movements soon caused the rack they were bracing against to shake and Viktor stopped briefly, found his wand and cast immobilus on the shelving. Then he resumed his pounding and brought Ginny to a massive climax. With a couple more thrusts, Viktor released his load and slipped out of Ginny.
As Ginny regained her vision, she leaned forward and kissed Viktor. "Thanks Viktor. Amazing as always."
Viktor was about to reply when Leana's voice sounded from the front of the storeroom. "Sorry to interrupt Ginny. Again. I'm getting ready to lock up. You said you were going to show me the new broom stock from India. I open in the morning, so I was hoping to see the items before then. If you can break away that is."
Ginny smiled as she climbed down from the shelf and began to clean and dress. "Just give me a couple minutes Leana."
Once she and Viktor were composed, they emerged from the back of the storeroom and found Leana sitting on a box smiling. "Hi Viktor. Nice to see you again. Seems you're having quite a day Ginny."
"Okay Leana, I owe you an explanation since you've caught me both ways in one day."
"No, you don't owe me, but I am curious. I was surprised at you and Luna. And just when I get settled with that idea, here you are with Viktor. At least I didn't see anything, although I heard plenty."
Ginny sighed and sat down on a box across from Leana as she began to explain her unique family situation. When she got to the part about Luna being pregnant, Leana's jaw dropped and stayed hovering for a full minute. Finally Ginny finished and smiled at her friend and employee. Leana was almost thirty years older than Ginny and a couple of years past Ginny's mum. Ginny was unsure how the news would be taken. She was relieved when Leana finally collected herself and began to chuckle.
"Well I guess that explains why you arrive some mornings looking quite well satisfied. I'm still a bit surprised, but you're all adults. I think we should maybe put an alarm on the storeroom door though."
Ginny laughed. "I'll try not to make this a regular occurrence Leana. Now, let's look at the new Indian brooms."
"Well ladies, I should be going. I'm doing a fish fry up tonight Ginny, so don't be late. Goodbye Leana, thanks for being understanding."
Leana watched Viktor leave. "So he cooks too?"
Ginny smiled. "Oh yes, he's quite good. I have to keep up with my Quidditch exercises or I'd put on weight for sure."
"Oh yes, I've seen your 'exercises' Ginny."
The two women laughed and Ginny felt relieved to have escaped the day with no awkward feelings. Soon Leana was acquainted with the new products and Ginny hurried home.
After her busy day with multiple shipment arrivals, Ginny's business settled back into routine. The Quibbler was going well and Luna was building a second building on the property to house offices separate from the printing equipment. The additional space would also allow her to increase production as subscriptions increased. Charlie was offered a new position at the reserve, but he declined since it would mean giving up all field work. Viktor stayed busy at home and helped Ginny with the Quibbler's renovations. Occasionally he would stop by Quality Quidditch Supplies to help out. Leana was friendly, but couldn't help teasing Ginny when one of her partners was in the shop.
Three weeks after their family dinner, Ginny, Charlie and their partners were invited to George and Angie's flat for a family dinner. Angie hadn't hosted a dinner in a while and felt she was overdue. She wasn't the best cook and was not enthusiastic about improving, so the family had an unspoken rule that Angie's dinner parties were always potlucks. Viktor, Ginny and Luna each made a pie to take and Charlie proudly bragged that he had chopped the fruit and done the cleanup after. Some of the family were still a bit unsure about Ginny and Charlie's partnerships, but most of the family had reached a tenuous acceptance, partly assisted by the fact that Luna's pregnancy was now very apparent.
Six weeks after their move, it was time for Viktor to return to Bulgaria to train for the new season. The night before he was due to leave, Ginny and Luna arrived home early and started dinner. Charlie arrived shortly after and took Viktor to their room. Viktor was pleasantly surprised by the arrangements and put all his effort into loving Charlie enough to last for the next three weeks before they saw each other again. A couple of hours later, they came downstairs for dinner and Ginny and Luna smiled at the content, tired expressions they both wore. Dinner was a lazy affair and, as Viktor began to clear the table, Charlie stopped him with a tender touch and suggestive look.
"Charlie? Are you ready for another round? I'm well fed and energized if you are."
"Maybe later Viktor, but Ginny wants to say goodbye as well."
Viktor turned to Ginny with a smile and she soon found herself in his arms as he led her upstairs. Reaching her bedroom, Viktor took his time to undress her, lavishing kisses as he went. He laid her gently on the bed and entered her slowly. They made love with tender regret, knowing that there would be very little time for switch ups once Quidditch season started again. Their pace gradually increased as their desire required satisfying and by the time Ginny climaxed Viktor was out of breath and came right after her. They fell asleep entwined and happy.
Downstairs, Charlie and Luna took over the dinner cleanup. Using magic it didn't take long and they made their way to the living room. Charlie sat down and was reaching for a book when Luna placed herself in his lap. Smiling, Charlie put the book aside and focused on Luna. They snogged for a while when Charlie slid his hand into Luna's pants and began coaxing her to her first orgasm of the evening. As she settled, the fire in Luna's eyes was lit and she jumped up and began to peel. Watching the show, Charlie unzipped his pants and freed his cock from its prison as he began to wank himself. Seeing him, Luna dove down and took him deep as Charlie groaned and began thrusting into her mouth. He was about to cum when he pulled Luna off and took a deep breath to gather control. He stood up and began snogging Luna as he moved her across the room. Reaching a couch, he pushed her over the back of it. Luna squealed at the new position. Charlie entered her from behind with one swift thrust and Luna's squeal turned into a deep scream as she came immediately. Charlie only lasted a few more thrusts, but as he came he felt Luna join him again. As they gasped for air, Charlie took Luna in his arms and they fell over the back of the couch and were asleep in minutes.
Sometime around two, Luna woke up and was a bit surprised to find herself still on the couch. She smiled at Charlie. He looked gorgeous and quite peaceful. Knowing that Viktor would be leaving in a few hours, Luna kissed Charlie awake.
"Mmm. Morning Luna. Is it morning?"
"Early morning Charlie. I need the bathroom and then I think I'm going to crawl in with Ginny. Why don't you retrieve Viktor? He'll be leaving in a few hours."
Charlie's face saddened a bit before he broke out in a smile. "Excellent idea!"
As Charlie bounded up the stairs, Luna followed at a more sedate pace. By the time she reached the third floor, Charlie had pulled Viktor out of bed and the two of them were in the hallway between the master suites. Viktor didn't look at all unhappy about being awakened and Luna smiled as she went to the bathroom and then crawled into bed next to Ginny.
The following morning Viktor left at seven and arrived in Bulgaria an hour later. He was a bit tired at the first team meeting, but wouldn't have given up the previous night for anything.