Author: HatefulRodeo

Story: Harbinger

Notes: My muse hit me; this chapter will be in Draco's POV because I think it is time we heard from him. If you haven't figured it out this story is a Drarry. Enjoy Lovelies!

Disclaimer: I own nothing and I make absolutely no money from this fic. J.K.R. owns all rights to Harry Potter. *Sniffles*

Previously:

So engrossed in his actions he barely took note of the looks the Dark Lord and the assembled Inner Circle was casting him from the side of the cell. It didn't matter to him who was there, he had work to do, and he would complete it with a maniacal smile on his full pink lips.

Yes, he would show his former friend just what she had made him. With every slice he made to her flesh, every gash he inflicted on her frail body, each strangled scream he pulled from her, he would show her that he was now the harbinger of pain and torture.

Where he once was their savior from the Dark he was now the Light's enemy. He would shroud all who stood against The Dark Lord in darkness. Each one of the vaulted members of the Light would truly see what horrors awaited them if they dared cross him or his Lord, and were caught.

Humming a sweet melody he summoned pruning shears and made his way to Hermione's hands...

~~~~~~~~*********Chapter 8********~~~~~~~~

Draco was shocked to watch Harry torture someone he once considered his best friend; the Malfoy heir couldn't blame Harry for his anger. Merlin help him if anyone ever betrayed him to the point that the Potter Lord's friends had, they wouldn't survive the day.

The Malfoy heir was falling hard for Harry Potter; as disturbing as this thought used to make him it now sent a warm feeling through his body. The emerald eyed teen was good for him, they shared much in common and Harry brought out his more playful side.

No matter how dark Harry turned he would always at his heart be that sweet, loving Gryffindor; this was something Draco hope never changed about his smaller lover. However, Draco had never been so interested in watching someone inflict pain on someone before.

Maybe it had to do with the fact that he had prayed for someone to do this to the little mudblood for over five years. Maybe it was because he knew what Granger had done to his Harry, but it could also be that Draco was a cruel, sadistic man who enjoyed watching his enemies suffer.

Draco believed it was a combination of all three, but he wasn't too fussed on figuring it out. All that concerned him was Harry's happiness and wellbeing; it pleased the blonde that his lover was enjoying his life now, even if it was while torturing someone.

Everyone had their kicks; who was Draco to judge Harry when he seemed to be enjoying himself. For Circe's sake Draco was no innocent he had himself indulged in torture, he was Lucius Malfoy's son after all. It was expected of him and Draco didn't want to disappoint.

Draco eyes shifted, taking in the faces of the gathered Death Eaters. He was pleased with what he saw; all of them were looking at Harry with respect in their eyes. It hadn't started like that; in the beginning many looked at the future Potter Lord with distrust and dislike, only the Dark Lord, his father, Severus and himself had given Harry a chance.

Now though Harry's loyalty and allegiance to the Dark was cemented by his actions towards Hermione Granger, and here Draco thought Hermione was useless. It just goes to show that even the most pathetic things have a purpose in this life.

Things would be easier for Harry now. Hopefully he would be made to feel more welcome by the Inner Circle at their next meeting. Harry deserved so much more than he was ever given before coming to Malfoy Manor.

Draco didn't know Harry's full story but he knew enough to tell it was not pleasant for the ex-Gryffindor. That made Draco's blood boil! How could people who were supposed to care for Harry turn their backs on him while he struggled?

It wasn't right; as a matter of fact it was deplorable. Draco always had the support of his father, Severus and the other Death Eaters, even the Dark Lord though he didn't show it. The Dark took care of its own something the Light for all their goodness hadn't thought to do.

It seemed that on the Light side they put up a front of always being there for each other only to abandon their comrades when things became hard or difficult. Draco was never happier to be on his Lord's side then when he heard how Dumbledore treated Harry all these years.

It also made Draco feel ashamed; he had treated Harry terribly. Of course Harry being Harry had forgiven him without a thought even though at first Draco didn't think he deserved it. That thought made him think of his and Harry's evolving relationship.

When they had first interacted with each other it had been awkward; the situation was just so surreal for both of the young males. For the past five years they had fought like cats and dogs. Now they were fighting for the same side and it was expected for them to put their dislike behind them.

Harry had made the first move; apologizing for his biased views and untoward actions. Draco apologized as well, most of his dislike stemmed from when Harry rejected his friendship in first year.

Many would think it was jealousy that made Draco hate Harry; they would be wrong. Draco was most upset because he knew the Weasely family had no honor and only thought about themselves. He should have predicted that the red headed family of heathens would turn on Harry for their own gain.

Even though he knew that was what happened it still shocked him when his view was confirmed by what Harry told him. With the exception of Bill, Charlie and the Weasely twins the whole family was useless and traitorous.

Draco would take great pleasure in stringing Ron Weasely up from the dungeon wall and taking his sweet time stripping his flesh from his back. He would make sure that the youngest Weasely male would know what true pain felt like, would know what Harry went through all these years.

Oh Draco had seen his lover's body, not all of it mind, but enough to know that physical abuse had been inflicted on Harry's gorgeous body. Even though Harry's condition had improved some of his scars would always remain on his pale skin not to mention the scars on Harry's psyche.

While Harry healed physically you could also see his mental health improving; while the younger male still had moments where he lost control it happened less and less. As odd as it sounded this was probably due to the Dark Lord's influence and support.

Harry's training with the most feared wizard in their world was going well. It turns out Harry was a bit of a prodigy, always thirsting for knowledge and to prove himself to the Dark Lord. It made Draco happy that his lover finally had adults around that cared for him in their own way.

No one had shocked Draco more than his godfather, Severus; it seemed the older man had taken exceptional offense to being manipulated by the Headmaster. Draco knew Severus was also ashamed that he let his own prejudices blind him to Harry's poor condition both physically and mentally.

Draco knew that if his godfather had not been blinded by his hatred of James Potter he would have interfered on Harry's behalf; Severus knew what to look for when it came to telling if a child was abused or not. Severus was a product as an abusive home not that his godfather would ever say anything about his past.

Severus was always visiting with the Dark Lord to make suggestions regarding Harry's education. It made Draco chuckle to watch the stoic, cold and snarky potions master fret over the former bane of his existence. It seemed that Harry had finally found his place; Harry's rightful place was by Draco's side as his lover and the Dark Lord's as his apprentice.

The sound of metal hitting the stone floor brought Draco out of his reverie; Harry stepped away from a bloody and pasty mudblood. Ah the little bint didn't look like she would be alive for much longer; a smile filled with malice was on Draco's face when he met Granger's eyes.

The filthy mudblood looked at him pleadingly; she would soon see that mercy would not be given to her. In fact all present were currently enjoying watching her suffer in pain and despair. She deserved it after all, nothing was more important to Draco or his side than loyalty and honestly.

They may stab their enemies in the back and lie to their faces with smiles but they would never ever do anything to hurt their allies. That seemed to be a characteristic of Dumbledore and his Order.

Harry moved toward him with a warm smile on his face, Draco returned his lover's smile with one of his own. Draco took Harry's scourgified hand in his own and looked to the Dark Lord, seeking his permission to leave. Once the Dark Lord nodded to them the two young men left the cell hand in hand.

When they made it into Harry's room the green eyed male excused himself to take a shower and change his stained clothes. Draco made his way to sit by the fire, quickly becoming lost in his thoughts about his lover.

Draco was sure he wanted to be with Harry, he wanted to start a family with the raven haired teen but he couldn't help but feel nervous. They had only been together for a short time and they also had the years of dislike between them, could they really make it work between them?

Draco didn't know but for once in his life he wanted to take a chance and see where he and Harry could go. Merlin the ex-Gryffindor was rubbing off on him; next thing Draco knew he would be rushing in to save the day. That thought made him grimace; no he definitely would not be going that far.

He should probably talk to someone about his and Harry's relationship; his father knew and had given his blessing but his father was...well his father. Not exactly someone he wanted to talk about his feelings and urges for Harry with. No, definitely not his father.

Severus and the Dark Lord were out as well; they both cared for Harry but they were also emotionally stunted men who were overprotective of the emerald eyed teen. Draco had a better chance of being hexed and ordered to stay away from Harry; even though both older males supported Draco and Harry's relationship he knew they didn't want to know the details of said relationship/.

HE sighed; it would be so much easier if he could tell Blaise about Harry. Blaise would know what to do, his fellow Slytherin was good with emotions even though you would never know it looking at the dark skinned Slytherin. Blaise was Draco's best friend, someone he trusted implicitly but in this situation Draco was on his own.

A hand running through his hair brought him out of his thoughts; Draco smiled as his lover crawled into his lap. Draco wrapped his arms around the smaller male in his lap, loving the warmth and weight of Harry. "You did well today love. Everyone was greatly impressed with your skills. How are you feeling?"

Harry looked into his eyes, leaning forward to place a quick kiss to Draco's lips before speaking; "I feel great, it felt so good to hurt her. It felt like some of the hate was taken out of me and put into her. I feel calm like I did the right thing, like I'm on the right path. Does that make sense?"

Draco nuzzled Harry's neck; "It does because you are on the right path. You belong with us Harry, never forget that. We all care for you in our own way and want you to feel at home here. I just wish I could tell people about us."

Harry smiled when Draco was done talking; "Well you will be able to tell people soon Draco. With Hogwarts starting soon I'll have to come out publicly in renouncing the Light, acknowledge Dumbledore's manipulations and that I have joined the Dark Lord. So basically in a few days you can tell who you would like as long as you trust them.

I don't want anyone on the Light side finding out about our relationship; you'll still be at Hogwarts and until you leave the old man is kicked out under Dumbledore's thumb. I would never forgive myself if something happened to you because you were with me."

Draco nodded in agreement; his lover was right but at least he would be able to tell Blaise about him and Harry's relationship. Ideally Draco would tell the whole damn wizarding world and curse anyone who had an issue with it but alas he couldn't so he would settle for telling a select few, namely Blaise.

"I'll miss you when I return to Hogwarts love. I've become so used to seeing you every day and now I won't see you until Yule." Draco pouted until Harry kissed it away from his handsome face. "Draco don't pout, it is unbecoming of a Malfoy to pout." Harry was smirking the whole time he was speaking.

Draco could not hold back his laughter; Harry could always make him laugh and relax. That was why they worked together; Harry made him lighten up and Draco grounded Harry with his more cautious nature. It pleased Draco immensely that they got on so well.

"So what would you like to do today love? We could play some Quidditch?" Harry looked thoughtful; "Hmmm how about a nap and then we can walk in the garden so you can tell me about more of the plants you have here at Malfoy Manor." Draco didn't have to think twice, flying on a broom or lying in bed with his gorgeous lover?

Draco stood; Harry was lifted bridal style in his arms as he made his way toward the large bed. After placing Harry down Draco waved his wand a few times to transfigure their clothes into pajamas.

Draco slipped into bed next to Harry and waited until Harry placed his head on his stomach. Why Harry liked to lay on his abs was a mystery to Draco but he didn't mind, so never asked, just having Harry near him was enough for him.

Bringing his large hand to Harry's thick hair Draco ran his fingers through his lover's now long locks; Harry was asleep within minutes. The Malfoy hair smiled down at his lover, he really must have been tired to fall asleep so quickly.

Draco was lucky to have Harry with him, the younger male was loyal, smart and beautiful both inside and out. The Malfoy heir would do whatever he could to always make Harry feel loved and wanted. A yawn left Draco's thin lips, settling down the blonde's eyes drooped closed on their own as he was lulled to sleep by Harry's breathing.

I hope you enjoyed the chapter! The chapter was in Draco's POV since he will play a bigger part in the following chapters.

I was hit by my muse to write something for Harbinger; the story will be moved to active so be on the lookout for more chapters.

All Mistakes Are My Own!