Andromeda had spent most of her life in the hospital, for she was a nurse, but it was different when it was your own family. She had lost her only child in the war, sadly killed by her sister Bella, and with her, her unborn grandchild. She had not approved of Remus at first, not because of his curse, but his age and lack of work, but she came around, and saw how happy he made Dora. He also brought Harry into their lives, her cousin through Sirius, and now the closest thing to a grandson, she'd have. She had hoped after the funerals she could offer Harry some comfort, he was family, but he left. She understood though, she knew the pain he was in.

Her husband she could not lose, not after Dora and the baby, and she nearly had her own, when she realized he had a heart attack. He had been rushed into magical surgery, and she had sent word to Harry, through Kreacher. She had no idea where he was, but she prayed he would come back, for she could use him right now. Ted and Draco, who she didn't know, were her only true family left, but Harry was in law, and in her heart.

She was next to her husband when she heard. "Andromeda."

She turned to find Harry and Bill Weasley in the door way."Harry, oh thank Merlin you came. I know you barely know Ted but......................"

Her voice trailed off, and he came across the room, and hugged her, not needing for her to continue on. It didn't matter how long he knew them, they were family, and just like Andromeda, he had almost none, and could not give up on what he did have.

Harry looked down at the bed. "How is he?"

She sighed. "He had to have major surgery, and even with magical, there is no guarantee. The next couple days are crucial."

Promising he was not going any where, Harry knew he would not leave till Ted was released, and he hoped the man would. Andromeda may have spent her life saving lives, and not taking them like her two sisters, but she was an incredibly strong woman. Tonks always said she got her heart from her dad, and her bravery and strength from her mother, and Harry had always known that was true. But the woman seemed to be faltering right now, and Harry was just grateful he was back.

Sitting down with her, he listened, as she explained Ted had never been quite the same. He had been forced to go on the run, and nearly killed, as a muggle born. The death of his pregnant daughter, and her husband, had been a horrible blow to him. He had never been in the best of health, but this all was just too much.

Harry felt guilt. "I should have stayed, or written more often. You guys are my family, and I left you."

The woman squeezed his hand. "Harry you know we understood, you lost your dad. I remember the night he gave you the locket."

They had been on the hunt all year, but Harry had seen his dad when he could, and a few times when he had been with the Tonks. Ted had been on the run, but she was there the night Harry found out the couple was pregnant, and Remus gave him the locket. He had told Harry he was too old to adopt, but that Harry would always be his son, and when the war was over, Harry would always have a place in their home and family. Andromeda knew it was the first time for the term, and Harry not only mourned the man, but the picture he ha offered as well, the family he could have. Harry was also mourning her daughter, who he loved as well, and the baby.

Andromeda saw Bill was sill there and raised an eyebrow. "I believe you were in France, last Molly told me. Harry?"

Harry sighed and nodded. "I have been living with a friend in France, well two."

She was surprised for she thought Harry wanted to be alone, and he slowly admitted who he was with in France. She was shocked to hear it was her nephew and his godfather, but was reminded Lily and Severus had been close. She was wondering why Harry went with them though, until the nurse in her noticed something.

She took his hand. "Is one of them the father, or perhaps William?"

Harry did not even ask how she knew. "No. Bill is the Uncle."

Though he knew the woman needed a distraction, he did not think telling her was a good idea in her shape, but she coaxed it out. Harry was not sure how she would react to the news, for though they cared about each other, this was still new.

Andromeda hugged him. "You know you have all my support, the baby is a Black. But you and my little great grandchild need some rest."

Harry shook his head. "I don't want to leave you alone."

The woman made Harry blanch when she said Molly and Arthur were coming, but she promised she would not tell them, as she understood. Harry told her they would be staying at Severus' home, if anything happened, and he allowed Bill to take him. When he got there, all argument was gone, as he fell asleep right away.

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Ted made good progress, and two days later he woke, and while he would be there for a few weeks, he would get better. The man was relieved to see Harry, and with his permission, she told her husband about Harry and the baby. Ted was like his wife, reminding Harry he was the closest thing to a grandson they'd have. She wished he'd return, she would have liked to help him through the pregnancy, but she understood. She backed off, when she was assured by Bill, Harry was well taken care of.

Harry and Bill were leaving the hospital when he ran into Molly and Arthur, and though he had been avoiding seeing them, he was comforted it was only them. He was reminded you could not tell he was pregnant, and that the couple loved him, so he remained calm.

Molly pulled Harry into a hug."Oh Harry we have missed you. I hope you haven't stayed away because you think we blame you. We and Hermione don't."

Arthur clapped him on the back. "You're our son, I hope you know we still consider you one. You're always welcome back at the Burrow."

The couple knew Harry was dealing both with the betrayal of his best friend, and the loss of his dad as well. They wished they had not been so worried about Fred, and stopped him from leaving, but they had respected his wishes to keep their distance. They had not spoken to Ron at all since the entire incident, except for work.

Molly looked towards the hospital."We had a feeling you might be here for Ted. Why don't you come stay with us? I need to put some meat on your bones for you."

Before Harry could come up with a response someone else responded."So after ruining my life, you have decided to slide out from what ever rock you were under."

The one person Harry had been praying not to run into, when he came back, had come into the area. He and Ron had once been best friends, brothers, but that had all vanished when Ron denied their daughter, and had proposed to Hermione. Harry fought to keep his hands from his belly, a natural protective motion, to not let on.

Bill stepped partially in front of Harry and faced his brother. "What do you want?"