Miley was still basking in the handshakes and kind comments. Lucius had one arm around her waist. She was surprised when Lucius led her back towards the house. She glanced towards the reception where the guests were heading. However, a quick glance behind her showed that Draco and Halle were following. Halle looked absolutely terrified. Miley would have to talk to the girl. Halle could not go through this marriage being afraid of her husband and being so submissive. Miley had no idea how Halle had gotten herself into this situation. Lucius' grip tightened on her as they entered the house and Lucius steered her towards the staircase. Miley could feel that something was wrong…really wrong.

The two Malfoy men ushered their new wives up the stairs and along the hallway to a bedroom. Miley was pushed inside the room and followed by Halle who moved and then stepped up close to Miley's side. Miley took the girls hand in hers but said nothing just yet. There was another person in this room. It was the priest from outside. Miley couldn't understand how the man had gotten up her ahead of them. Lucius was the last one in the room and he closed the door behind him and pulled then took his cane in both hands.

He took on the stance of a dominant male. Miley looked up at him silently. Her eyes held dozens of questions. Lucius held her gaze without falter. Halle moved closer to Miley as if she were trying to hide behind the older woman. Draco noticed this and he stepped forward to take her roughly by the arm and pull her to him. Hailey came with a soft gasp. "Have you told them anything?" The priest asked now and then answered his own question with "Of course you haven't." Lucius grimaced. How the bloody hell was he supposed to tell her. It was the Ministry's job anyways. They had gotten him into to this. Then priest sighed and then looked away. When he spoke again, it was obviously directed at the females.

"Congratulations on your marriages." He began. "You have both entered the noble house of Malfoy. A family of status and wealth. A family of old magic." Miley looked a the priest now as if he has lost his mind. He continued before she could speak however. "Your husbands are wizards, I'll leave it to them to explain the situation to you. The fact of the matter is that you have both entered into an unbreakable vow. We will seal the vow's and then I will be on my way." Miley looked to Lucius now. The tall man reached out and took her arm. One hand wrapped around her arm just below her elbow while the other took her hand and forced her fingers to wrap around his arm in the same fashion as best was possible.

Miley was not paying attention to the words spoken but she tried to pull away when the golden ribbon for light left the priests stick and entwined around hers and Lucius's arm. Lucius tightened his grip forcing her to remain where she was. The same was done to Draco and Halle looked as if she were going to pass out. When Lucius released her, Miley pulled away glaring at him. She could not believe that she had been so stupid as to put herself and her daughter into a situation like this. Magic? What a crock of crap. But then again, what was with the golden light?

The priest was speaking again and Miley was listening. She tried to ignore the sound of Halle crying and Draco's low words as he growled at his wife. Had Hailey known about this? Was that why she was so silent and timid? The thought that Halle had known and kept it from Miley infuriated her but she would deal with that later. "As both of your husbands already know," The priest was saying. "You are to produce an heir within two years. If you do not, the consequences will dire." Miley shivered at these words but before she could speak things got worse. "Lucius and Draco," He said now addressing the men. "You are not to kill them. I know how you both feel about Muggle women. They must live. Anything under that is left to your discretion. And child…" Lucius cut the priest off now. "The girl will be taken care of." He said and Miley paled not knowing what those words meant until he continued. "She will have what she needs. Food and clothes and she will attend Hogwarts with Draco." Draco nodded. He and his father had already talked about this. Well more so, Lucius had ordered it of him that Draco would watch out for the girl. In Lucius's mind, Hanna had been forced into this just as he was. He would provide for her. Lucius had already spent a great deal of money to ensure the girl had a place in the school. The priest nodded. "Then the marriages will be consummated tonight. Good day." With that he turned on the spot and was gone.

The women were soon guided room the room and down the curving staircase. Miley glanced up at Lucius as they walked. She really had no idea what she could or should say to this man that would not get her hurt. She did not put it past him to put his hands on her if she angered him. Strange how even with her knowing all that she did now, he was still such a strikingly handsome figure. What was wrong with her? How could she find the man attractive in such a situation? Lucius had the woman tightly by the elbow. He could feel her eyes on him but did not return her gaze. He was worried that she might try and make a run for it. But then again, that would be incredibly stupid for her to try anything. He would think that she would fear for the safety of her daughter. As soon as the four stepped outside, the was a round of applause and Hanna hurried to her mothers side. Lucius reached across in front of Miley and took Hanna's hand in his. He guided her to stand with him. A silent exhibition of who was in charge.

The two couples posed for photo after photo. Lucius gave numerous reminders to 'smile' and once the photos were finished with, he nudged Miley not too kindly towards a empty table and into a chair. Draco pushed Halle into the chair beside Miley. "Draco." Lucius snapped and the younger Malfoy flinched as if Lucius had gone to slap him. "Take Hanna to get something to eat while I speak to the Minister." Lucius had noticed Weasley standing near the band. He snarled softly. Draco frowned at Hanna for a moment but the girls curious gaze in her new step brother was enough to make the cold, self centered blond's heart expand just a tiny bit. He sneered at Halle and then said "Come on then, Hanna." and then started off with her.

The women sat silently. Miley was lost in her own thoughts. This was certainly not the way she expected her wedding day to go. Her mind was a jumble of thoughts and confusion. She couldn't sort her thoughts and emotions out. Miley felt numb and her skin felt cold. She felt like crying but the tears would not come. She just sat there looking down at her hands. Surely the most unhappy bride ever known. Other than Halle that was. The younger girl looked like she would simply pass out at any moment. 'What do I do?" Halle suddenly whispered horsely. Miley did not react right away and then turned to the other girl. "What do I care what you do?" She spat. "You knew didn't you?" She asked now. Miley turned her head to look at Halle. Her eyes were vicious. Halle shook her head and her eyes grew wide. "You knew and you didn't tell me." Tears formed in Halle's eyes. "I didn't know!" She sobbed. Her voice was strained almost as if she wanted to scream her words but didn't dare. "I had no choice either... I was stupid... He raped me..." Miley made no reaction to her words though it did touch home. After a few moments, Halle lifted her eyes slightly as if in a feeble attempt to make Miley understand. "Please don't hate me! You're the only one I have left!" Now the tears broke free. Hailey was not mean enough to stay angry. She put her own hands out and pulled Halle to her in a hug.