Harry and Teddy had settled well into life at school. When he was a bit older, teddy would go to school in town. But for now he spent the day either in their rooms, or his daddy's office when Harry worked. Their apartments were attached to the infirmary, so it was easy enough. Harry could spend plenty of time with him, and his son was often taken. Hagrid, loved having Teddy, or George who was in town, and Severus too. Against their better judgment, Harry and Severus had allowed Lucius to plan their wedding. They planned to marry on Boxing day. They could have had full two week honeymoon if they wed before Christmas, but vetoed it. They wanted the holiday with Teddy, who would stay behind with his grandparents when they went away. Severus had agreed with Harry on that, and that Teddy was to be a big part of the wedding. They were both busy with work and Teddy, and had only a minor hand in planning. Severus would be adopting Teddy when they wed.
After a big family Christmas, Boxing day had arrived. Both men were anxious to wed, and not just to bring the insane plans to an end. They were grateful to all the effort Lucius went to, but it was much. Harry had gone to Godric's Hollow in the morning, before getting ready. George and Luna were standing for Harry, and the Malfoys for Severus, Teddy as ring bearer. The Tonks were to give Harry away, as junior groom.
Harry looked at Molly and Arthur before. "You don't mind?"
Molly kissed him. "Of course not. We're just so happy to be here for you."
Arthur agreed. "And proud."
Harry was happy. "I am just happy you guys came."
Molly knew he had worried after Ginny. "We wouldn't miss today."
Andromeda came to his side. "Are you ready?"
Harry nodded. "I am."
Oliver surprised him. "I guess I am just on time."
George was as confused as Harry. "Luna and I won the drawing of straws."
Harry smirked. "Not a fair one."
Oliver smiled. "Severus sent me up, to even you out."
Harry was confused. "Even? I am marrying a man with only two friends. Did he ask Filius or Poppy?"
Draco had appeared for Teddy. "I wouldn't tell my Uncle that. But he asked Bill."
Molly knew. "He said he'd have part of your family."
Harry shook his head. "I never thought I'd see the day."
Draco agreed. "I told him, I thought he lost his mind."
In reality, Severus knew Harry had a hard time choosing two only. He had considered Filius or Poppy, both friends and colleagues. But he was reminded Harry always commented, he had to get used to the Weasleys. He thought Bill was the most bearable, well he didn't mind Charlie, but Charlie brought Rick into their lives. He had still not forgotten that. It allowed Harry to have Oliver, as well as Luna and George, at his side. He had chosen George to be his best man, to do the ring part for him. Lucius to no surprise would do the honors for Severus.
Harry was the last to leave the room, with his now three witnesses, and the Tonks. Harry was not surprised to be at the coast, but was amazed. The boardwalk leading to the beach was the start of the aisle, and while run with Christmas boughs, were filled with lilies and wild flowers of all colors. The guests sat in chairs facing the water, and the aisle looked like a cobblestone path, but he realized was all shells. He smiled at the little sandcastles which were at the end of each row, and realized his son and Severus made each. His groom and the others waited with the minister, at the front, their backs to the water. Xeno was acting as photographer, since Luna was involved.
The minister began. "We are gathered here today to unite these men in marriage. Who presents the younger groom in marriage?"
Andromeda did the honors. "His family does."
The minister smiled. "I am told the couple has written their own vows."
Severus wasn't sure about this. "I have never been a man of many words. But to say ten years ago I'd imagine being here today, I'd have thought you mad. You came into my life this insufferable eleven year old, hell bent on blowing up my classroom, I was convinced. And as an adult, when you walked into my hospital room, you were no different. An adult, a healer, a dad, but still a stubborn lion. You annoyed me, bullied me, drove me nuts. You brought your son who insisted on calling me Mr. Toby, and demanding sandcastles and snake stories. Maybe I am the one who is mad, but I knew I had to have you, not to possess you, but to love you, to have you. Both you and your son, the Mr. Toby and all."
The minister asked. "Do you Severus Tobias Snape, Lord Prince, take Harry as your husband and bond, united until death?"
Severus smiled. "I do."
Harry smiled. "I remember the first time I met you, and you were determined to make a fool out of me. It came in handy, as I saved Ron's life years later thanks to it. I also remember thinking you were out to kill me, either with the stone, or just plain torture in class. I came to respect you, and what you sacrificed, when I saw your memories though. And when I found you in that hospital, I couldn't believe you were the same man. I was determined to make you walk, to return you to your family. I said it was for Draco, I'd have done anything for my godfather back, and in part it was. Or because I wanted to see what my mother and Remus saw in you. I was blind, and not simply because I was in the closet at first. It took my very persistent son and meddling family, but I finally realized what I was not seeing. You give me a strength I have never known. And watching you with my son, I know without a doubt, you are the man I wish to spend eternity with."
"Do you Harry James Black, Lord Potter-Black, take Severus as your husband and bond, united until death?"
Harry was beaming. "I do."
Lucius handed Harry a ring. "Take this ring and claim my brother as your husband."
Harry slid the ring on. "With this ring I take you as my husband and bond."
George handed a ring to Severus. "Take this ring and claim my brother as your husband."
Severus slid the ring on. "With this ring I claim you as my husband and bond."
The minister announced. "By the powers that be, I pronounce you husbands. You can seal it with a kiss."
Severus drew Harry into his arms for a long passionate kiss. "Finally."
Harry smiled. "Husbands."
Teddy hugged Harry but then Severus. "Papa."
Severus was surprised but he scooped up the little boy. "Papa finally."
Harry kissed them both. "Let's make it official."
They signed the wedding contract and adoption papers, before they were presented. Andromeda and Ted were happy Teddy was calling the man Papa. Harry and Severus had never discussed it, well not really. They had thought they would allow Teddy to choose what he wanted to call Severus from now on. Harry knew that Severus was over the moon, and that Teddy had just given him the best gift.
Severus agreed. "Now to give him a baby brother."
The reception was being held in doors, even if warming spells could have been used like the ceremony. Though the home was used as a beach retreat for Harry, it was actually quite a sizable manor. There was a small ballroom, and dining room attached, though Harry had never went in. The ballroom was beautiful though, with French doors along two walls, and since it was on the part of the house on a jetty, going out further than the beach, had views of the water from all the windows. It wasn't as large as the ballroom at Malfoy or Parkinson manor, or Black Manor, but large enough for their wedding. They didn't have the huge society wedding that Draco and Pansy had, though they could have. It was just their family and friends, as well as colleagues including Harry's from his hospital days.
The head table was along the far wall, while other round tables were scattered around the dance floor. The linens were in crimson and green, Christmas feel but were a mix of their house colors. Pewter cauldrons filled with wild flowers and lilies were the center pieces, but little snitch shaped pieces that acted as little photo memory balls, were at each place. The roof had a spell like the school Great Hall used on it.
Harry smirked when he saw the cauldrons. "I should not have trusted your best friend to plan this."
Severus shrugged. "He has good taste."
Lucius laughed. "Teddy actually chose them."
Teddy smiled. "Like Papa uses for work."
Harry kissed his son. "What about daddy?"
Teddy pouted. "Bed pans not look as pretty daddy."
Severus laughed. "He has you there."
Harry smirked. "There is more to my job then bed pans."
Teddy nodded. "Needles. No like either."
George shook his head. "Bested by your own husband."
Severus smirked. "Not the first or last time."
Harry elbowed him and whispered. "If you want to make Teddy a big brother, I remind you sleeping on the couch doesn't help."
Severus whispered back. "Oh I had a few more adventurous places in mind."
Lucius saw Harry's blush. "You two need to at least get through the reception. The honeymoon is after."
Harry looked at the man. "Where are you sending us anyways?"
Lucius shrugged. "You will have to wait and see."
The wedding was far less lavish then Lucius would have liked. But he was reminded the wedding was for his brother, and he wanted Severus happy. He knew what Harry and Severus liked, and he toned things down for them. There was a full band though, and he did get some of his nicer touches in there like the wine. And he had made sure that the honeymoon would be quite the experience as well.
Dinner was a four course Italian meal, inspired by their first date. There was even shrimp, and Harry laughed when he saw lobster. He was reminded that Severus had been told by Lucius, to feed Harry lobster one day. Harry was brave, and tried some for him.
Severus wiped butter from his chin. "May need to find you a bib."
Harry smirked. "Such a sweet talker."
Severus kissed him. "Did you like it?"
Harry shrugged. "Still not a real fan of sea food."
Severus noticed the music was starting up. "How about a dance?"
Harry agreed. "I have waited a long time for our first dance."
Severus took him into his arms. "Easier than our real first dance."
Harry rested his head against his husband. "You amaze me."
After the first song Andromeda claimed Severus. "Tradition."
Harry laughed when Pansy came his way. "I wasn't expecting you."
Pansy shrugged. "I am the closest thing to a female relative your husband has."
Harry took her into his arms. "Well if my cousin doesn't mind."
The Malfoys were family to both men, Draco Harry's adopted second cousin, and Severus' godson. Until now, Draco was the closest thing to a son the man had. And though he adopted Teddy, and hoped for more, he would always remain close to Draco, or so he hoped. The men had to dance with others, between courses, but they made it back into each other's arms enough.
There was a huge cake, decorated to look like a sandcastle. Harry was surprised. "Though I don't know why."
Severus laughed. "It seems both our crests are involved."
Teddy pointed to a third. "There's a wolf daddy."
Lucius explained. "We couldn't forget you."
Harry whispered to his son. "Do you remember the tradition I told you?"
Teddy nodded. "Yes Daddy."
Severus looked back and forth. "Why do I have the feeling I won't like this?"
Harry and Teddy both shoved cake at his mouth. "Tradition after all. Pansy told us."
Severus kissed his husband and son while covered in cake. "Only seems fair."
George came over. "The fireworks are about to start."
Severus led Harry and Teddy out. "The last bit before we leave."
Teddy spent the time with the two men. He knew they were leaving, and he was a bit sad. But he was assured he'd have lots of fun, and they would work on a baby brother for him. They planned to start tonight, as they were almost as anxious as Teddy, to have a baby of their own. Teddy would be staying with his grandparents, but at Malfoy manor, so he could have them all.
Lucius finally handed the grooms the portkey. "Hope this is just what you need."
Harry and Severus had a sad goodbye with Teddy, but were happy to leave. After all the wedding plans, they needed to get away. The wedding was amazing and they were grateful to Lucius, but still. It had been personal even if a bit bigger than they wanted, and it had been very special. And they knew Lucius had something up his sleeve for their honeymoon as well. They had been told Tahiti would be good for their honeymoon too, but knew they would not be going there. Lucius was not one to repeat, and he would want them to be shocked.
When their heads cleared from the portkey, the two men looked around in wonder at their surroundings. They were at a muggle resort by the looks of it, and had to head up to the desk to find out just where they were. They knew from the accents, before they saw the name, though.
The front desk clerk welcomed them. "Welcome to the Hotel Antonius in Venice."
Severus smiled. "My husband and I are checking in."
The man looked down. "Our honeymooners. Our best suite has been made up."
Harry smiled as a bell hop went to take them. "Venice, Italy?"
Severus shrugged. "Lucius has always loved Italy."
Harry thought of the food. "I thought it was just because of our date."
Severus shrugged. "I have a feeling it was both."
The bellhop took them to the top floor and unlocked the penthouse. "Welcome to the honeymoon suite."
Harry's eyes were drawn out the windows. "Wow."
Severus agreed. "You can't beat the view."
Harry found a note. "It seems we're only here for two nights."
Severus came to his side. "It seems Lucius is keeping us busy."
Harry laughed. "He assures us any activities planned, are to keep up the romance."
Severus smirked. "Leave it to my brother to micro manage our honeymoon."
Harry kissed him. "We could stay in the rooms, and say we did them."
Severus laughed, and though he was tempted, he knew they wouldn't. Lucius had only planned stops, like some time in Rome, Milan and on the island of Capri as well. There were a few activities though, like a trip to the baths of Adrian, and a tour of a winery as well. But nothing too much, and plenty of time for them to spend in bed, or make their own plans. The last four days were in Capri, on a beach.
For now they ignored the wine and strawberries, and Severus whisked his husband off to bed. They had made love many times, but as they made love that night, it was different. And not simply because they were trying for a baby this time.
Severus held Harry after. "I hope we bring back Teddy a souvenir."
Harry smiled. "Oh we will bring plenty."
Severus growled. "You know what I was talking about."
Harry turned on his stomach and kissed him. "I hope so too."
Severus summoned the strawberries and fed Harry one. "Energy."
Harry smirked. "For what? Plan on an early morning hike?"
Severus kissed him. "The sun will be up in an hour or so."
Harry went to lay back. "A little sleep before then."
Severus latched on to his ear for a moment, then whispered. "Not what I had in mind."
Harry smiled. "I thought I may have worn the old man out."
Severus didn't find it funny. "I'll show you old man."
Harry's response was cut off by a deep moan. He managed to get out. "Did I say old?"
They went for another long round, before they went out onto the balcony. Their room had a beautiful view of the Grand Canal, and likely one of the best views in all of the city. It may not have been a beach, a traditional honeymoon, but it suited them both perfectly. They shared a toast, before heading to bed, and actually getting a little bit of sleep. Though in the morning, they went for another round, before a shower.
Severus led Harry down. "I don't know about this."
Harry smirked. "We can't go to Venice and not."
Severus wasn't convinced. "I don't like water."
Harry pointed out. "We spend all the time at the beach."
Severus reminded him. "On the shore."
Harry pointed at the boat. "We're not going swimming."
Severus got on. "As long as we don't tip over."
Harry laughed. "I guess it's a good thing, Lucius didn't send us to Tahiti."
Severus whispered. "I don't know, I have heard things about hammocks."
Harry blushed. "I recall someone saying something about adventurous ideas."
Severus had them indeed, even if they were in Italy. When they got back, they'd have to be more cautious, as they would have Teddy around. Severus was leaving his beloved dungeons, and moving up with them when they got back. They had not lived together until now. Teddy was excited to have his Papa with them all the time. Harry and Severus enjoyed a day on the canals, and at a museum, and had dinner at the Venice casino, where they enjoyed some of the games as well. Even Severus had not minded the boat ride, but was happy to get back to bed.
Harry smiled later as they lay wrapped up in each other. "Rome tomorrow. Maybe the eternal city will work even more magic."
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