Harry had not known how to approach the couple. He knew maybe he should not just come through the fire but he had no idea what else to do. He was surprised to learn it was still hooked to the floo network after all these years. He doubted anyone would watch the house any more. He knew Arabella had worked for Albus though. The woman had always been kind to him but he had to be careful. He doubted he would be welcome in the house either way. He knew the couple hated him and he had very little hope that the woman would help him out. The only hope he had was that for his mother's sake, she might. She had shown some slight concern for him when she was reminded of her sister.

Petunia stared at her nephew and thought she had surely lost her mind. She had been told he died and had never expected to see him again. She was told he had been buried with his parents to no surprise. As far as she knew that was in Wales some where.

Harry eyed them. "Hello."

Petunia gasped. "Harry?"

Vernon caught his wife when she fainted. "How?"

Dudley stared at his cousin. "You are dead."

Harry was joined by Remus and George. "Not exactly."

Petunia came around. "What happened?"

Vernon worried. "You fainted."

Petunia was white. "I thought I saw my nephew."

Vernon answered. "You did."

Petunia looked to Harry. "Are you a ghost?"

Harry shook his head. "I am here."

Dudley kept eying him. "That old teacher said you died."

Remus bristled. "Albus."

Vernon nodded. "You just missed him."

Harry was stock white. "I should have known."

He had no idea why Albus would have come here. He knew Albus was well aware of how he had been treated by the couple. He was told while Minerva had sent the letters, Albus was the one who had done the envelopes. The man had known full well that he had lived in a closet for years. He assumed Albus was trying to get at either his money or his titles. He wondered how easy it was to convince the couple to help.

Petunia watched Harry in total shock. She had felt such guilt since he died, in not making amends with him first. She would always regret what she allowed Albus to force her to do to Harry. She hated the world that stole her sister and then her nephew, but never Lily or her son.

Harry sighed. "I should have known…."

Dudley stopped him. "Mum threw him out."

Petunia nodded. "He wanted me to help him get your seats."

Harry turned back. "Didn't offer enough?"

Vernon spoke up. "Your Aunt wouldn't steal from you."

Harry didn't buy it. "Too above you? Locking me…."

Petunia cut him off. "Harry, I am so sorry."

Vernon shocked him. "Albus forced us to."

Remus spoke Harry's confusion. "What do you mean?"

Petunia sighed. "He threatened you and our family."

Vernon added. "We did our best."

Harry shook. "You call that your best?"

"He wanted us to beat you." Petunia admitted.

"And encouraged more." Vernon spat."

Harry was pale as he understood Vernon. "I guess I should be grateful you didn't hate me that much."

Petunia cut him off. "I never hated you."

Petunia knew he had every right not to believe her. She had always loved her sister and she had loved Harry though she couldn't show it. She had refused to touch Harry though, no matter what Albus offered. He had threatened to take Harry and place him with a family who would take the kind of care he wanted, if she did not follow the basic rules. She knew Harry would have been beaten and likely worse, if he had been taken. And they were threatened with their own safety as well. She had loved Lily and her son, and had done what she had believed to be the best.

Petunia added. "I loved your mother and you."

"You never saw her after she left. Sirius said…."

Petunia shook her head. "I saw her when you were a baby."

"I don't believe you."

Petunia left and came back with a photo. "I should have shown you this."

Harry touched the picture. "You and my mum, and me and Dudley?"

Petunia nodded. "I always regretted not coming to the wedding."

Harry looked up. "I never knew."

Petunia wiped his tears. "I am sorry. I wish there was some way to go back."

Vernon agreed. "We tried to keep you safe but we made mistakes."

Remus spoke up. "There is something you can do to help."

Petunia turned to him. "What?"

Harry sighed. "I am dying."

Petunia was in tears. "No."

George added. "You may be able to help."

Harry explained what had happened and how he was alive. Petunia was surprised to learn most people thought Harry was dead. Harry left out he was pregnant but did mention his child. He told them there was a chance it may not work but that Severus thought there was a chance it could help. Harry just needed some of Petunia's blood if she was willing to give it. Remus had been given a bottle and taught a spell by Severus.

Petunia did not pause to give it. She kissed Harry on the head. "I truly hope it helps. I will forever regret what I allowed to happen to you."

Severus was surprised when Harry had come back with the blood sample in hand. He had his doubts that Petunia would ever be willing to help. He had not told Harry about the spell right away because of the doubts. He wasn't certain it would work but it was their best option right now. He was surprised to learn that Petunia had been forced to treat Harry the way she had. He had never thought highly of the woman from the start.

It was decided that the potion would wait until after Christmas. Harry wanted to focus on the holiday. He remembered the happy ones at school and was worried this may be his last one. He thought about his daughter and her first Christmas which he hoped to see.

Christmas morning found a full house. "May be my last."

"It wont be."

Harry turned. "I know may last a year or so….."

Remus cut him off. "You need to have faith Harry."

Harry put his hand to his belly. "I am trying."

Remus kissed his cheek. "A few others have arrived."

Severus who was there assured him. "Just more of those lions you approved."

Harry managed a small smile. "Can you handle them all?"

Severus smirked. "Not a tower full."

Remus squeezed his arm. "They should be in the den."

Harry went down with them. "Happy memories before…."

"Before we ensure you have many more." Severus surprisingly answered.

George's voice could be heard when they got down. "Get in here already."

Harry could hear Angie. "What are you talking about?"

Alicia agreed. "You promised us quite the surprise."

George grinned. "Oliver gave me it and I thought I better share."

Oliver saw Harry and motioned. "Too big to wrap."

Harry entered. "Hi."

Katie was shocked. "Harry."

Harry found himself swarmed by the last three members of the dream team. Angie was married to George so she would have known soon anyways. Neville and Luna were there, Bill and Fleur who had been at the Burrow before, Augusta and Xeno, and Andromeda of course. The Malfoys would be joining them later he was told. He had needed reminding of all the support he had and those he would have back in his life. Oliver shared a smile with Viktor and George, as Harry was reunited with the girls. They were given a very short run down of what happened. The focus was meant to be on today but they needed to know. They were determined Harry would live and excited for the baby.

Harry was so happy to have them back he barely even noticed any gifts. Even if he was in hiding, he was reminded of what he had to give up. He wanted this for his daughter but he could admit he wanted it for himself as well.

Later in time for Christmas dinner Harry looked at George. "No crackers?"

George shook his head. "I seemed to have forgot."

Angie smirked. "Or he opened half of them."

Draco smirked. "Haven't heard that since school."

Harry shared a look with Draco. "He was always a bit of a kid."

George looked hurt. "I guess I just have a young soul."

Bill spoke up. "It seems someone brought them."

Harry was on edge when he saw another red head. "You."

Charlie put down the bag. "Not the greeting I was expecting."

Harry was on edge. "How are you here?"

Bill spoke. "I told you that you could trust him."

Draco assured Harry. "He took an oath."

Charlie hugged Harry. "We were not all pricks."

Harry reluctantly returned it. "I am happy to see that."

George grabbed a cracker. "You should get first one."

Harry laughed a little. "Been a while."

Charlie was back in the country but not full time. Like Bill, he still had contact with his parents but it was very limited. He was happy to know that Harry was alive and he was here to help. The meal was a happy one and for one day Harry was able to put away all fears and concerns. For one day Harry could remember what he was fighting to give his daughter. Even if the potion didn't work, she would have them.

Draco found him outside later. "I was looking for you."

Harry didn't turn. "I needed air."

"They can be a lot."

"You just say that because they are lions."

Draco laughed. "Or because for you so many."

Harry sighed. "I am happy to be back."

Draco put a hand on him. "It is natural."

Harry watched him. "Last Christmas we were on the hunt still. We didn't come back until after."

"I remember."

"Ron was gone. It was after that I found out…." Harry trailed off.

"Did Hermione take money?" Draco had to ask.

Harry shrugged. "She knew some of it. And is married to Ron. I don't know how deep."

Draco pointed at the house. "You don't need her."

Harry sunk down. "I just…..all those years I thought….."

Draco understood. "It wasn't all lies."

Harry looked at his belly. "She will have an easier time."

Draco handed him something. "Here."

Harry looked at it. "What is this?"

"I know you have been away but you know what a gift is Potter."

Harry smirked. "Back to Potter are we?"

Draco motioned. "Open it."

Harry opened the gift in surprise, not expecting what. He was still not certain why Severus had sent Draco to him in Canada. He was happy he came back but the man could have come. Inside Harry found two items. One was a little set of robes for his daughter, Gryffindor, which made him smile. The other was for Harry, a triple frame. One was him with his parents, the middle with Remus and Teddy, the third was empty.

He explained. "A place for a photo of you and your daughter when she is born."

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