Harry could admit he was a bit nervous about going. He had been out with friends before but not like this. He had always been dating Ginny when he had gone. And though his friends had always thought he needed to break up, would not have set him up with someone. But now he was single and all bets were off. And on top of that, they were taking him to a gay bar. He wasn't sure that they were right about him, but he couldn't deny maybe they weren't too crazy. And he was willing to give this a try at least once. He was just happy Oliver and George were coming too. He considered Charlie family but he barely knew him really. And it felt odd just going with him and his husband. Luna was happy to come, she had invited herself, even if she was pregnant. She wanted to be able to give Harry her support.
Part of Harry hoped Andromeda wasn't home so he'd have an excuse. Andromeda was surprised to see him, as she didn't know about the baby, and happy to take Teddy from him. The woman more than agreed with his friends about him going out.
George appeared. "Ready to go?"
Harry turned. "I thought I was meeting you."
Charlie was with him. "Some how we thought you may back out."
Andromeda shook her head. "We wouldn't let him."
Harry smirked. "Why do I feel like I am being teamed up on?"
George shrugged. "Because you are."
Ted smiled. "You know we love you and just want you to have a good time."
Harry sighed. "I know."
Teddy hugged him. "Daddy dance."
George clapped him on the back. "You have a very smart son."
Harry laughed. "I guess it won't hurt any."
Teddy reached for one more hug. "Fun Daddy."
Harry kissed his head. "I will have fun. Be good for Grandma please."
George pulled him towards the door. "No more stalling."
His brother reminded him he should be the one protesting. Not only was he married but he was also not into the gay scene. But Harry pointed out once again, he wasn't sure he was. Besides this was George's brilliant idea, well he and his friends were all involved. And if Harry was going through with it, they were coming with him. George didn't buy for a second that it wasn't Harry's scene. Harry had dated two girls, but one had been a puppy crush, and the other more like family. Charlie had made a joke about his gay radar going off with Harry.
They were met by Oliver but also Katie and Luna at the bar. Rodger met them there as well. He was surprised to see Katie, as he had not been aware she was coming with her boyfriend. It seems the women though were more happy to support Harry.
Harry looked at the bar. "I'm not sure."
Charlie shook his head. "No one in there is going to bite."
Rodger agreed. "And it's not a strip bar."
George groaned. "Thank Merlin for that."
Harry blushed. "I guess."
Charlie smiled. "We can see about that next time."
Katie reminded them. "Let's not scare him off before he enters."
Harry walked into the club with them. "Okay, this seems not bad."
Charlie smirked. "What were you expecting? Naked men hanging from the roof?"
George groaned. "I hope not."
Harry sat down with his friends at a table. He could admit perhaps this wasn't really that bad. There were women there, but other than Katie and Luna, they would be gay. But it was mainly men, more common in their world for males, as males could have the babies without a spell. Harry saw men dancing and kissing, not bothering him at all. But he had seen it in school as well and with Charlie. But this was different.
A good looking guy came his way. "Would you like to dance?"
Harry saw the encouraging looks from his friends. "Sure."
The guy led him onto the dance floor. "My name is Rick."
Harry smiled a little. "Harry."
Rick asked. "First time in this scene?"
Harry nodded. "That obvious?"
Rick shrugged. "You look a bit nervous. I promise we don't bite."
Harry laughed a little. "My friends told me."
The song ended Rick looked at the bar. "Can I buy you a drink?"
Harry nodded. "I wouldn't mind another."
They shared a drink, and Harry learned about Rick. He was one of those who was home schooled and not at Hogwarts. He worked as a vet with the ministry in magical creatures. When he said that, Harry had the suspicion it had been a set up by Charlie. Rick admitted that he was right. But assured Harry he thought he was cute, and would like to see him again. Harry had another dance and drink, and did take his floo number from him. He headed back for his friends and kept his tongue, until he was alone with Charlie a while later.
Charlie didn't deny it. "I knew you wouldn't let me set you up. You can't deny you had a good time."
Harry had a good time the night before. He wasn't sure though if he would call Rick about having a real date. He could admit dancing and talking to him had been fun. And he was starting to realize that his friends weren't so wrong. But the fact Rick had been a setup was in his mind. Charlie had been working as a vet in the ministry since his return. He should have known, Harry would clue in, when he learned Rick's job. He knew his brothers had meant well, and wasn't upset. But if he was going to date, he liked to think he could choose his own date. But then again after Ginny, maybe he could understand why they had doubts about his ability to choose. But he had kept Rick's number just in case.
The next day his mind was on other things. Everyone but Hermione and Ron, who were with Albion at the hospital still, were going to school. A memorial had been built on the grounds after the war. And every year there would be a ceremony there.
After the memorial at school Lucius came over. "Are you coming to the manor for lunch?"
Harry nodded. "After Teddy and I visit the graveyard."
Draco looked around. "Where is he?"
Andromeda answered. "With Hagrid. He offered to play with Teddy during the ceremony."
Harry looked at them. "Are you going to see them?"
Draco nodded. "We will before lunch."
Teddy came running over. "Uncle Draco. We see horses."
Draco knelt. "After lunch I promise. I am going to visit my Mum like you."
Teddy nodded. "Daddy and Granny take me. And see Papa too."
Draco kissed him. "I also have to visit my Uncle Severus."
Teddy looked up at Harry. "Oh."
Harry picked up his son. "We will see Draco soon."
Draco had an odd look but he nodded. "I will see you soon kiddo."
Harry went with the Tonks to Godric's Hollow. The Blacks had a family tomb like many, but Tonks was buried with her husband. Remus had wanted to be with James and Lily, and with Sirius of course. They had brought Teddy before but he had been too young to really understand it. Harry had told his son about his Mummy and Papa. But to Teddy, the terms were names to him. It wouldn't be until he was older, that he would understand. Andromeda assured Harry it was natural, and that Remus would be happy that Teddy called him daddy. Harry laid flowers for them all. The orders of Merlin were in all of their stones. All of them had finally received them, after Harry finally defeated Voldemort.
They headed for Malfoy manor for lunch after. Harry had promised the Weasleys he would see them when Albion came home in a few days. He watched his son with Draco after lunch, and thought about Severus. He and Teddy headed to the coast to see him after.
He was amazed when they found Severus on the beach. Harry smirked. "He did it."
Teddy announced their arrival. "Mr. Toby use them."
Severus turned slightly. "I made it a whole three feet."
Harry watched as the man went back to his chair. "Now it's six feet."
Teddy ran over. "You play more when walk."
Severus looked at the little boy. "Boy, isn't that just the inspiration I need."
Harry reminded him. "You did promise my son you'd read to him."
Teddy took out a book. "You promise."
Severus grunted. "Too bad you didn't have such a memory in school."
Harry shrugged. "Couldn't have been too bad. I'm about to finish med school."
Severus wheeled towards the house. "Two years. You did make some progress."
Harry shook his head. "You are full of compliments."
Teddy climbed into his lap in the den. "Book please."
Harry sat on the couch and watched as the man read to his son. He could admit he was smiling as he watched the two of them. As much as Severus fought it, he knew the man liked the time with Teddy. And Teddy definitely liked the man as well. Harry kept watching them, and thinking how natural the two of them looked together. He tried to tell himself that it was all about thinking of Draco and them.
Teddy fell asleep as he had missed his nap before, and Harry went to put him down for a nap. When his son was in bed, he headed back into the den but he watched. The man was back on the crutches and struggling Harry realized, to bend his knee.
Severus swore in pain as he stumbled. "Damn it."
Harry moved to help. "Good try."
Severus refused his help. "I don't need it."
Harry backed off. "You are starting to be right."
Severus looked up at him. "I thought you'd be with your family."
Harry nodded. "We went to the school memorial and Malfoy manor for lunch."
Severus sighed. "Malfoy manor?"
Harry nodded. "Draco went to visit this afternoon before lunch. So did Lucius."
Severus didn't believe it. "They went to see Narcissa."
Harry smirked. "Why do you keep trying to convince yourself of that?"
Severus switched topics quickly. "No glorious plans for tonight."
Harry shook his head. "Not after the memorial. Besides I went out to the club last night."
Severus attempted again, and this time he fell to his knees "Damn this."
This time Harry bent to help him up and for once he didn't get a protest from Severus about it. He could admit, as he was helping the man to his feet, there was this odd feeling. He had been working very close to the man and had plenty of physical contact with him. But for some reason as they both straightened, and he was only inches away from the other man, he thought of last night. He had no idea why he would be though. But from the odd look in the man's eyes, he was feeling or thinking something similar. For a moment neither of them drew apart.
Harry did when his son appeared in the door in tears. "Daddy scary dream."
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