Harry looked at Ginny and part of him wanted to press charges. He could admit that it was more than part of him. He wasn't usually one who looked for revenge. But he couldn't believe the terror that she had just put him through. She had taken his son and allowed him to think his son may have been kidnapped. He knew all the known Death Eaters were captured but there was still fear in the back of his mind. And she was showing absolutely no remorse for what she had just done to him. The only thing she was worried about was that he had broken up with her. He was seething mad and it was taking everything in him not to strangle her.
Molly was watching and she couldn't believe this was happening. She knew Ginny had been wrong but she saw Shacklebot come in the door. She didn't believe that Harry would allow Ginny to be arrested for this. He wouldn't do that to Ginny or the rest of the family.
Kingsley looked at Harry. "Would you like to press charges?"
Ginny was shocked. "You brought him?"
Harry glared. "I hadn't decided what I wanted done."
Molly stepped forward. "You can't have her arrested."
Harry wouldn't look at the woman. "I believe I can."
Molly tried to talk to him. "Harry she is your girlfriend. She meant no harm."
Arthur tried to stop her. "She took his son Molly. Ginny was wrong."
Molly shook off her husband. "It wasn't kidnapping. If he cares about our family…."
Harry snapped. "If I care about your family? What about my family? My son?"
Arthur tried to calm the situation. "Ginny broke the law Molly. Harry has to do what is right for him and his son."
Molly was in tears. "You can't send my daughter to prison."
Kingsley made a suggestion. "You can have a restraining order placed against her."
Harry looked at the man. "She can't come within 100 meters of me or my son."
Kingsley nodded. "You have forty eight hours to decide if you with to press further charges."
Molly stopped Harry before he left. "The restraining order is enough Harry."
Harry turned back. "That's my decision Molly."
Molly pushed. "Harry she doesn't deserve prison. If you want to be welcome in this home, you'll see reason."
Harry pulled away. "People call you a mother bear when it comes to your children. I just never thought you ruthless."
Molly felt like she was slapped. "I love my children."
Harry shook his head. "Then why can't you understand where I'm coming from."
With that Harry left the house. He wasn't sure if he was going to press charges on her or not. He hadn't ruled it out and made it clear to Kingsley. The man had already told him about the forty eight hours back at the hospital. The reminder had been more for Molly and Ginny then for him. He hadn't wanted to press charges in the heat of the moment. He decided he would calm down first or at least try, before he made the decision. He had known that if he pressed charges, it would be hard on the family and not just Ginny. He loved even Molly no matter what she just said.
Harry headed for Xeno's house but he went on foot. Kingsley went to the ministry to file the papers, and Charlie came with Harry. The Tonks and Malfoys had stayed behind when he had come. He had sworn he would update them though when he could.
Harry saw Xeno playing with Teddy but he turned to George. "Thank you."
George hugged him. "You know how much I love you and my nephew."
Teddy spotted him and came running. "Daddy."
Xeno stood. "Luna had already left for the day."
Harry kissed his son and said to him. "Thank you."
Xeno shook his head. "It's good practice."
George looked at Harry. "How did it go?"
Harry shook his head. "As bad as can be expected."
Charlie added. "Worse."
Xeno spoke. "Why don't I take Teddy in for dinner? I'll let you boys talk."
Harry handed his son over. "Could you let Andromeda know? She is at Malfoy manor."
Xeno nodded. "I will."
George was furious when Harry told him. "You should have her arrested."
Charlie agreed. "She may not see prison. And it would do her some good."
Harry was surprised. "She is your sister."
George shook his head. "Unlike mum we're not blind. She put you through hell."
Charlie added. "You can tell she hasn't learned."
Harry sighed. "I'll consider. But for now I need time to think."
George assured him. "You have me and Charlie. And I am sure Bill will agree too."
With George and Charlie he went into the house. It turns out they had all been invited through to Malfoy manor for dinner. Xeno wouldn't have gone but Teddy insisted. Andromeda was anxious to see her grandson who she was worried about. No one was really surprised Harry had not pressed charges against Ginny for this. But George and Charlie were not alone in their opinions on the subject.
Andromeda was most vocal. "Do not allow that woman to scare you from acting."
Ted backed up his wife. "She needs to learn her daughter has to face consequences."
Harry sighed. "I didn't want to do anything in the heat of the moment."
Lucius suggested. "You could ask for parole. Have her arrested but ensure she doesn't go to prison."
Harry turned to him. "I can do that?"
Draco had done law school. "The victim's wishes are often considered. And you being the victim….."
Harry was pale. "I don't want special treatment."
George reminded him. "It's not like you're asking the book to be thrown at her. You would be helping her."
Andromeda could see he was over whelmed. "Well you have two days to consider it."
Harry was grateful. "I have taken a few days off to be with my son."
Right not he didn't really want his son out of his sight. He knew Teddy was with Ginny and he hadn't really been in any danger. But the fear of his son missing was just too much for him. Right now he knew it was best he take a few days off and be with his son. He wouldn't be any good to a patient right now in this state. She was happy he at least had the support of his family behind him through this now.
Andromeda thought. "Perhaps you and Teddy should spend some time on the coast. It might be good for both of you."
Harry was on the coast the next day though not for the break Andromeda suggested. He had to go and check on Severus as he had sworn. He had taken a week off in the end but Severus was different. He couldn't think of leaving his son behind and Teddy loved to come anyways. Teddy had spent the night before in bed with Harry. It didn't happen very often but they had both had a rough night. Teddy may have been at the Burrow but he never liked Ginny. And he was definitely shaken by being taken and by all of the shouting as well.
Harry and Teddy headed for the coast with a bag. He wasn't sure they would remain but Andromeda thought it would be a good idea for them. She wanted Harry to press charges but she wouldn't push him. He had to make the decision for himself.
Severus was on the beach when they arrived. "It's a Thursday."
Harry eyed him. "Nice to see you too. Thank you for reminding me what day it is."
Severus directed his attention to Teddy. "You work on Thursdays."
Harry called Kreacher. "Can you take Teddy for me? And settle us in?"
Kreacher took Teddy by his hand. "Come along little master."
Severus watched him. "Some great mystery?"
Harry turned back. "No. I am off work for a week."
Severus raised an eyebrow. "You decided to come hound me for a week. I noticed the bag."
Harry shook his head. "Andromeda thought it would do me some good."
Severus smirked. "The stress of med school too much?"
Harry wasn't in the mood. "No."
Severus prodded. "Come on Potter, out with it."
Harry glared. "Teddy was missing."
Severus didn't expect that response. "Missing? You lost your child? Good parenting Potter."
Harry shot back. "He was taken."
Severus watched him. "Taken?"
Harry confirmed. "Ginny."
Harry had no idea why but he found himself telling the man. He had the restraining order filed earlier that morning. He had thought once he slept on it he would have calmed down. He didn't think he would insist on pressing charges against Ginny. But it didn't seem sleep had helped his mood. He had the Malfoys' words about making a recommendation of parole, in his head. So far though he had only done the blood rite. He had not fully blood adopted his son. Sirius hadn't either as he wanted Harry to remain James', like Harry wanted Teddy to. But the blood rite still made them partial father and son. It would allow Harry to pass on his title and not just money to Teddy. It was why Sirius had done it. But it also meant Kreacher would always be able to find Teddy from now on. Harry should have done it before.
Severus was astonished when he heard what had happened. He had never thought highly of the girl but this was beyond foolish of her. Molly was just as much a surprise to him. He thought the woman had loved Harry like a son for many years.
Severus finally said. "Have her arrested."
Harry sneered. "You are quick to jump on it."
Severus shrugged. "The slut took your son."
Harry bit back. "It's not just her."
Severus pushed. "Stop being a lion."
Harry was taken back. "What the hell does being a lion have to do with this?"
Severus pointed out. "You're too noble and self-sacrificing for your own good."
Harry never saw those as insults. "They are my family."
Severus pointed out. "If they really were, they'd be behind you."
Harry didn't back down. "She is their daughter by blood."
Severus smirked. "Do you love Teddy any less because he isn't your blood?"
Harry simply said. "No."
Severus pushed. "Have her arrested.'
Harry was still not certain. "Why because it is what you would do?"
Severus smirked. "If anyone had threatened Draco, I'd not have wasted my time with aurors."
Harry was a mix of emotions when he listened to the man. He told himself he and Severus had nothing in common with another. Severus was a Slytherin and he embodied what that was even if not dark. And as he just said Harry was a Gryffindor. But he remembered how he had felt when he had seen Ginny. He remembered he had wanted to wrap his hands around her neck. He could remember wanting to hex her.
Severus knew his mind. "See we're not that different after all."
Harry snapped back. "Stop reading my mind."
Severus laughed. "I didn't need to. It's written all over your face."
Harry tried to calm. "Hexing her won't do anyone any good."
Severus agreed. "But having her face prison will. She needs more than a restraining order."
Harry kicked at the sand. "I know."
Severus watched as Teddy was headed their way. "You're not wrong. When it comes to your son, you're never wrong in wanting to protect him."
Harry pointed out. "Molly could say the same thing."
Severus corrected him. "Molly is not protecting her child. She is fooling herself."
Teddy ran over to them. "Mr. Toby help make castle?"
Harry went to stop his son. "Mr. Toby might be tired."
Severus shook his head. "I will have to teach you to make your towers straighter."
To anyone it may have seemed critical but Teddy just smiled. He didn't seem to care that the man was trying to teach him. Harry could have sworn as he watched, that he actually saw the man smile. He watched on but he knew his mind was elsewhere. Leaving his son with Severus and Kreacher, he headed into the manor and for a floo. He almost called Kingsley but he decided on a different call.
He called Malfoy manor and spoke to the elf. "I need to speak to Lord Malfoy. Please tell him it is important."
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