Draco woke up their first morning there and wasn't quite certain what to do. Part of him hated being here and away from all he knew. Unlike Potter and the others he didn't have a family member there. His mum was dead though and he trembled with the memory of what his dad would have done with him. He knew now the war was over he would be spared being a pet and killed instead. He had no doubt his dad would soon have a new wife and heir on the way. He reminded himself his Uncle would soon be here and he would have his own comfort. He refused to even consider his Uncle wouldn't make it safe.

He found himself in the door to Harry's room for a moment and could not help but look in. He had not been told but he over heard his dad had raped Harry as well. He could see Harry to his surprise curled up in Remus' arms. They were both asleep but he could see a second bed was added.

He felt a hand on his arm and nearly freaked till he heard Fred "Let them sleep a bit. George and I were about to make breakfast."

Draco moved away from the room "I may want to help in order to save the kitchen."

He remembered sleeping with his Uncle when he had a bad dream. He had been a little boy but after all Harry went through he couldn't blame him. He had always had that bond with his Uncle and with his mom when his dad was away. As he went downstairs he prayed again his Uncle would soon join them here. He had lost his mum already as she turned spy and he couldn't stand to lose his Uncle. He didn't care if he had to start a new life here or if he had to live with these four if he had him.

In the kitchen he found two cooking but not the twins. He had not realized they had elves with them but he knew both. One was his old nanny elf Dobby and the other he knew from his mother's family. He was reminded Dobby was loyal to Harry and Kreacher served Harry as Lord Black.

Harry appeared with Remus when the food was ready. He wasn't shocked by Dobby but Kreacher "Kreacher? What are you doing here?"

Kreacher turned and bowed "Kreacher be happy Lord Black be alive and safe. I come take care of him Mistress Andromeda say come serve Lord and Master Draco."

Though in a muggles area they would be using magic of course Harry was the only one who could cook at all so the help was welcome. Kreacher and Dobby could be trusted to keep them safe. Draco and even the twins more distantly were members of the Black family.

Dobby put French toast in front of Draco "I made them just as you like. I miss little master very much. I be checking at you when I be working at school"


Severus was wary but he knew he was expected. He hoped he could join the others soon but if he died he at least knew his nephew was safe and taken care of. He could not believe Lucius managed to pull this or even Albus agreed to it. Most of the old families had lost members and many were in need of marriages for new heirs. Lucius was not the only one and it seemed the school had become his own match making service.

He watched as Lucius looked over the girls and was surprised as he was lowering himself to what Lucius once called mudbloods. He was reminded with Voldemort dead many things would change and many old bloods would look to new blood. He was surprised how many of these girls agreed to this.

Lucius came over his way "I was not expecting to see you. Decided to claim your title and pick a bride?"

Severus smirked at him "I would think you would know my taste by now."

Lucius was bi and preferred male lovers but a husband would not do. He needed a proper wife to be hostess and mother to his children. He may find the end of the war made having puppies harder but not impossible. He would have his cake and eat it too.

He moved to go away but whispered "I know you know where my whelp is. If I were you I would keep him far away or I may have to see to an accident."

Severus smirked "even if I knew where your son was do you think I would let on? I told his mother I would protect him with my life and that includes from you."

Lucius mentioned as long as Draco never came back he didn't care but Severus knew he did. He knew the man would bide his time but he knew as long as Severus and Draco were alive he would be at risk. Severus knew he needed to finish up here and get to Draco soon.

He was about to leave when he spotted who it looked like Lucius claimed "I never thought I would see the day."