It was Christmas, and once again it found the French bunch back in the UK, but far happier then last time. Draco had found out his inheritance was returned, but Harry had been battling with telling the family he was pregnant, finding out after, the couple had known. Harry was coming for business as well as pleasure, to meet with a publisher, not only about his poetry, but his dad's as well. A publisher had read his work in the Quibbler, and wanted to publish a book of it, but Harry also submitted two journals of his dad's. One of his short stories and one of his poems was to be published, and Harry was to see about his dad's dream.

Severus had heard the publisher had his hands on the novel, a few rough draft chapters, and notes on the rest. The man had suggested Harry finish it, and Severus encouraged Harry to, reminding him how much Remus had wanted to write a novel. Harry agreed to do it, as a tribute to his beloved dad, who inspired his own work.

Bill came to collect Harry on Christmas Eve."I thought we could celebrate your good news. You know I am as proud of you as Remy and the other two."

Harry smiled and kissed him tenderly. "I don't need an excuse for a date, but I will take it."

They had been dating several times a week, and usually Bill was over every day, since just after his birthday. Harry had been worried at the start, he had been pregnant with his niece, the boy who lived, and did not have a normal life at all. Bill had proven to him he was wrong, that Harry was an incredible and funny man anyone would be lucky to have, even with Remy. Bill loved Remy as much as he loved Harry, and not because she was his niece, he wanted to be her Papa.

They were about to leave when they heard a loud splash, and Harry broke into a smile, and Bill followed him up the stairs. They did not make it to the bathroom, before very wet Remy came crawling down the hall, right for them.

A sopping Severus stood in the door. "Remy Melissa Potter, come back here this moment. You are wet and have no diaper on."

Harry laughed as he scooped up his daughter. "Hi sunflower, give the old man over there a break."

Severus smirked at the term, but took the baby back, and shooed them out the door. Remy had gone from rocking back and forth to crawling two weeks before, and even if she was not walking, they definitely had to baby proof the entire house. Remy definitely liked her new mobility, and had not only Harry and Bill, but Severus and Draco, on their toes. Harry knew even if he moved out, he would have to find a house close by, as Severus and Draco would not part with Remy without a fight.

Bill had a very important night planned, he had been working on it for weeks, and hoped it would be the happiest day of his life so far. Harry was the love of his life, and though only seriously dating for nine months now, he hoped Harry too would be ready for the next step.

Harry had a feeling something was up and was surprised when he found him on a deck of a boat on the Thames. "This is so beautiful."

Bill kissed him. "I used my charms to have the front of the boat all to ourselves."

He knew Bill was talking magic and not personal charm, they were on a muggle boat, but their table was alone on the front. Harry could tell there were privacy spells, and he doubted there was too much demand, all of the other diners were eating inside instead, only out on the patio for a view. It was mild, but not as warm in France, so thankfully they both knew a good warming spell. Bill had remembered their date with the spa, and thought a sunset cruise and dinner, would be perfect for them.

Even the food Harry noticed was the food they had on their spa date. Harry thought it was beautiful, even after the sun went own there was the city lights, and there was snow falling, though the spells Bill used, caused a snow globe effect. There was even music, and after dinner, they danced under the stars.

Bill sunk to one knee near shore."I love you, I know it has not been long, but I want to be a family with you and Remy. I love you more than life. Marry me."

Harry was shocked but he had no doubt in his mind when he answered. "Yes."

Slipping a beautiful platinum ring in a Celtic pattern with one diamond, on to Harry's hand, Bill stood and took Harry into his arms. They were busy kissing when the boat docked, and did not even notice, till there was clapping. Harry was surprised to find all Bill's family, the Tonks, Hermione and Draco, and Severus who had Remy, though she was sleeping through all the excitement. Bill had some help from Draco and Fred in planning, and it seemed they had leaked it to the others.

Severus hugged Harry. "I know I am not your dad, but if you will let me, I will walk you down the aisle."

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The Burrow's extension that fall to the main floor came in handy the next day, as the Tonks and France bunch came, Hermione was with her parents. Harry smiled when he came into the house, he had always felt at home here, and he soon would. He knew he would always be linked, not only by his daughter but his own bond with them, now it was more. He and Bill would be Potters, Bill had four brothers to carry on his family name, but Harry would be officially one of them.

Severus and Draco had known it was coming, but Harry and Bill would be in France, and they would see both Harry and Remy all the time. They had become a family, and Harry moving out would not change that, both Harry and his daughter would always have them.

As they opened presents Harry was surprised to find one from Bill. "I kind of thought the ring was it."

Bill laughed."No, that is an engagement ring. This is for all of you though."

Harry was shocked by what he found, including some keys and what looked like a brochure. He could see it was the wizarding version of a real estate brochure, and looking at the house on it, Harry knew he had seen it before.

Bill kissed him. "It is three doors down the beach from the cottage, as close as I could find to grandpa Sev and Uncle Draco. I bought it last week."

Harry was shocked to realize the five bedroom home was one he passed every day. "Bill this is too much."

He knew Harry would remind him he had homes, but Bill knew it would be hard for Harry to be away from the other two, they were his comfort net. It was close enough they could walk over in two minutes for dinner, but they couple would have their own home, room when they had more kids one day.

Severus laughed when he heard. "And here we thought we would be rid of you." When this began Harry would have believed him, now he just laughed too.