Remus was worried about Harry and part of him felt like following his son. But he reminded himself that Harry was an adult. He knew his son would need him and would come to him. He loved Harry as much as Teddy and hated when either son was in pain. He almost changed his mind when he saw Severus head outside. But he took a deep breath and took Teddy home. He reminded himself his son could handle it.

Harry knew he should talk to someone but he was lost in his thoughts. He headed back to his apartments. For a moment he thought about packing and leaving, but he shook away the thought. He was not about to allow the man to drive him away from a job he was excited about.

He stood in the open door between his and Remus' rooms until Teddy saw him. "Harry. Harry."

Remus looked up. "Are you okay?"

Harry nodded and looked at Teddy. "How did you like the hall?"

Teddy beamed. "So cool. Make a puzzle Harry?"

Remus reminded his son. "You need a bath before bed."

Harry laughed at Teddy's pout. "How about I give you a bath?"

Teddy beamed. "Read me a story after?"

Harry scooped him up. "Of course."

Remus reminded them. "Try not to flood the bathroom."

Harry turned. "I remind you one of us is an adult."

Remus smirked. "Somehow when it comes to baths, you take after your godfather."

Harry shrugged. "Learned from the best."

Remus swatted him. "He would agree."

Harry didn't have memories from so young but he heard the stories. He knew Sirius had been quite the child when he baby-sat Harry. Remus had really been joking. Though Harry was a fun big brother, he definitely was not his godfather. He was just happy to get Harry to smile. He knew Harry had come to talk to him and was happy. But spending the time with Teddy was good for both of them. As he watched Harry bathe and get Teddy ready for bed, he thought it should be Harry. Harry would make an amazing daddy one day if he opened his heart up again. Most of his friends had kids or were starting, save George. But he knew the sudden reappearance of Severus would set Harry back again.

Harry tucked his little brother in after a story and went to leave the room. He knew Remus was waiting to talk to him and paused. But he knew he needed to talk to someone. He knew he could speak to Draco, but it was more than Teddy that brought him here.

Remus didn't wish to push. "Would you stay for coco?"

Harry nodded. "I'd like that."

"I saw him head out doors/"

Harry sunk down into a chair. "He will have trouble sitting for a while."

"Went that well?"

"Fang didn't approve of him getting physical."

Remus laughed a tad. "That dog did always like you."

"He has good taste."

Remus handed him a cup. "He was physical?"

"He didn't hurt me."

"Fang reacted to something."

"He just kept trying to stop me, pull me in…."

"To kiss you." Remus finished.

"He thinks he can just walk back in and I will just let him."

"He always was a fool."

"You were once good friends."

"Even friends can think each other idiots."

Certainly both Remus and Lucius had told the man more than once that. Honestly, Lily likely had as well, though she was kinder about it. Severus had put up walls early because of the abuse he suffered as a child. And it sometimes had made him do some real stupid things. Remus had actually thought that he had changed a lot with Harry. He had not quite approved when Harry and Severus had begun dating. But he had seen that the relationship had been good for them both. Both came from similar backgrounds, and in each other, found someone they could trust.

"He will not force himself on you."

"Like he isn't above pulling me in alcoves."

Remus reminded him. "Neither of you are teens."

Harry grunted. "He never was."

Remus sighed. "If he knew you had moved on, he'd back off."

"I have moved on."

"Harry."

"I took this job and then he had to go and follow me."

"You don't plan on leaving?"

"No. You and Teddy are here. And I want to teach. He won't run me off."

"Good. And maybe a date."

Harry sighed. "I don't know."

"It wouldn't hurt. I am sure Draco and George would take you to a club."

Harry knew Remus was right and he promised to think about it. Neither Remus nor Draco had pushed the issue since Harry found Severus. They had tried to convince him to start moving on before he had. Harry had not even removed his ring until he had found Severus to be alive. Harry could have reminded Remus he had not dated either but he wouldn't. He understood what it meant to mourn and he would never push anyone. He knew in his own way Remus was doing better than he had. He had moved on, he was simply focused on work and his son, both his sons.

Harry kissed Remus on the cheek before he headed for bed. "Thank you."

Harry had done his best to avoid the man for the past week. Severus seemed to have slithered down into the dungeons as he had in the past. The man seemed to have resumed his old role like he never left. He even returned as head of Slytherin, as Horace had held the position since the war. Minerva had finally relinquished Gryffindor as well as her class finally. Angelina only taught flying, she was also a professional quidditch correspondent. And Neville had been an apprentice until now. Harry had felt a bit bad when he was nominated, the two had been there longer, or surely his dad. But the other three had all suggested he take the position, and Harry had agreed. Minerva knew he would do her old house proud.

Harry headed into Hogsmeade a week before school would start. He and Remus were headed to London for the weekend. Andromeda wanted her grandson for a visit, Harry included in that request as she considered him family. And Harry and Remus had things left to see to as well.

Harry was surprised. "Am I seeing things?"

Lucius looked up. "Often dream of me?"

Harry smirked. "Nightmares back in the day."

"Hopefully long ago."

Harry shrugged. "Perhaps."

Lucius motioned. "Feel like joining me?"

Harry sat down at the table. "Guess I haven't eaten."

Lucius smirked. "Keep it up and I may be insulted."

Harry laughed. "Just surprised to see you in town."

"Came to visit my son but seems he is not here."

"No, he and George left this morning."

"Not eloping I hope."

"Worried about grandkids with red hair and freckles."

Lucius smiled. "I wouldn't mind. Though I do hope my only son would invite me."

Harry laughed. "They went to the Burrow."

"I am surprised you didn't."

Harry admitted. "I am going for dinner later."

Molly had managed to get the entire family for dinner. She had no idea why she had managed to get them all to agree for once. Charlie and Rodger were about to make George and Ginny the last two without kids. Well Ron and Hermione were expecting their first at Christmas. Ginny like George was still single. Bill and Fleur had a one year old Victoire and were considering starting on a second. Percy and his wife Audrey had daughter Lucy who was six months. Molly was always happy with news about being a grandmother. She was born for the role of grandma.

Lucius knew he should have checked with his son before he had come. He knew Draco planned to be in London in a day or two. But he had been in Scotland for work and he thought he would stop at school. There had been a time when there would be two people for him to meet.

Harry noticed he was far off. "Where did you go?"

"Thinking there was once two people to….."

Harry understood. "Not rushing to see him?"

Lucius smirked. "May wait for his ass to heal before I kick it."

Harry smirked. "Would think you were above that."

"Do you think you and my son are the only ones?"

Harry laughed. "I just meant a bit too muggle for you."

Lucius laughed a little. "Sometimes the muggle way is more satisfying."

Harry shrugged. "Hermione may be able to teach you a move or two."

"My son told me she has quite the right hook."

"Not something I thought Draco would admit to."

Lucius agreed. "He explained to his…..to get bruise cream."

"May have to allow me and Draco to have front row seats when you have your reunion. I am surprised you have waited."

"Oh I have seen him."

Harry was surprised. "And he is still walking?"

"It seems your guard dog got to him first."

Harry realized that Lucius must have come the night Severus had appeared at school. He was not surprised. Honestly he and Draco were surprised he had not known and come sooner. He could see the humor in Lucius' eyes when he told him what exactly had transpired. Lucius certainly thought his brother had gotten off a bit too easy. But Harry was too gentle hearted even after all the man had done to him.

They were laughing when a voice interrupted. "What a cozy lunch."

Harry refused to turn. "It was until now."

Lucius called for the tab. "Perhaps I can walk you back to school."

Severus took the bill. "Let me."

Harry snatched. "I'd rather you not."

Lucius put down the money. "Shall we?"

"I need to make a stop or two."

Severus glared at Lucius. "Is there something I should know?"

Lucius smirked. "Harry is good lunch company? I believe you knew that once."

Severus snarled. "I don't know what you think…."

Harry snapped. "I don't know where it is any of your business."

The barmaid came back with a package. "Here is your steak."

Harry looked at Lucius. "Still hungry."

Lucius kept his eyes on Severus as he said. "I thought Fang deserved a reward."

Severus snarled. "You would."

Lucius motioned to the door. "Where do you need to stop?"

Without another look at Severus the two of them left the bar together. Harry could feel the anger resonating off of Severus as they passed. The man's jealousy may have once given him pause in the past. Now, he simply didn't care. He was allowed to have friends of his choosing. Severus no longer had any say in what he did with his life. He and Lucius were not on a date and he didn't need to explain anything. And even if Harry were to date, it no longer affected that man. But he looked at Lucius and tried to apologize to the man if he thought Harry was using him.

Lucius laughed. "I am the one who invited you to sit down. I enjoyed lunch."