Christmas had brought some real changes among them all. Harry and his dad and brother spent the holiday at the manor. Draco and George stayed there as well. If anyone was surprised Harry was sharing a bed with Lucius, they never said it. In reality, his dad and the boys were happy that he was moving on. Severus had come on Christmas Eve like Andromeda. He hadn't been included in a holiday since the war and had been surprised. It felt a bit odd, being there after everything, and seeing Harry and Lucius together. They didn't hide from him that they shared a bed. Severus focused on his godson and on Remus even. Harry, Remus and Draco had of course joined George at the Burrow Christmas eve.

Harry had been surprised when Lucius had given him his gift. In Italy Lucius had suggested a trip could be his Christmas gift so it was little surprise. The real surprise was that Lucius had planned two trips. One was set for Easter, a few weeks after the twins were born.

On the 31st Draco looked at his dad. "A ring?"

Lucius shook his head. "He isn't ready yet."

George agreed. "Besides wouldn't want to copy your son."

Lucius smiled. "There is that."

Draco thought. "The reason for the second trip."

"I hope he will be ready in April." Lucius admitted.

Harry appeared. "Am I missing something?"

George laughed. "He was looking for a new man to take."

Harry smirked. "I am the one who could look for a younger man."

Lucius growled. "Not getting funnier."

Harry reminded him. "We may want to leave if we don't want to miss a celebration."

Lucius had an odd look. "No worries."

"You could just tell me where we are going."

Lucius activated the portkey. "You will see soon."

Harry went into his arms and was excited to see what the man had planned for them. Lucius had given him an itinerary with dates only. They were in the international terminal but a private key. Harry had no idea what to expect and was shocked when they arrived. It seemed Lucius decided since they were going for a week, coming back on the sixth, to go further. Harry's first class back was not until the 7th. This time he had gone for a less tropical location but somewhere exciting for the holiday. They wouldn't spend the entire holiday in the one location though.

Lucius smiled when he saw Harry's surprise at NY. They would be here for two days and then were headed for Mexico, to get some beach time. He thought relaxing on a beach would make it easier, considering he was bringing Harry back the day before classes.

He led Harry to where a hotel limo waited. "What do you think?"

Harry was amazed. "Not what I pictured."

"I am told New Years' here is among the best."

Harry knew. "Not the relaxing trip you mentioned."

Lucius kissed him. "In a few days."

Harry watched as the city passed. "Definitely not Italy."

"City has its own charms. Though perhaps not the same beauty."

Harry was amazed at the luxury hotel. "Wow."

Lucius led him in. "Wait till you see the views from our room."

"Our room?"

Lucius kissed him. "I didn't think we needed separate rooms this time."

Harry kissed him. "No."

The concierge smiled. "Checking in?"

Lucius nodded. "We are booked into the presidential suite."

The man smiled. "Of course. The arrangements you ordered are waiting."

Harry found himself in an elevator being taken up to the top floor of the luxury hotel. The suite did have two bedrooms but no needed. Floor to ceiling windows and a balcony gave the most incredible views of central park and the city. Since they had already had breakfast, they decided to christen the bed there first and enjoyed the steam shower before they left the hotel. Lucius had some plans for them that day and the next. They had lunch at Lombardy's. It may not have been like having pizza in Italy but it was the oldest pizza in the US. And NY pizza had a reputation. Harry smiled as it had been their first meal on their trip to Italy. Lucius had thought it was a fitting kick off to this one as well.

They headed to central park for the afternoon where Harry was surprised they were going skating. He took Lucius more for the theater type. He was reminded it was a holiday though. Lucius also thought this was something more along Harry's taste.

Harry wasn't certain as he took to skates. "I have never."

Lucius was surprised. "You grew up muggle."

Harry reminded him. "My relatives didn't exactly include me in things."

Lucius helped him up. "Not since?"

Harry shook his head. "Not common in our world."

"Draco learned at his Uncle's." Lucius admitted.

"And you?" Harry wondered.

"Believe it or not, even wizards have enjoyed it in the past."

Harry wasn't very graceful. "May need a cushioning spell."

Lucius smiled. "Ahead of you. But can use me for balance."

Harry slowly found his feet. "Not sure this will bump snorkeling from top."

Lucius laughed. "We will do some on the other part of the trip."

Harry wanted to know what Lucius had planned but Lucius was tight lipped. They spent a great afternoon in the park. They had hot chocolate and did some tourist things. Harry got some souvenirs for Teddy and his army of nieces and nephews. Lucius and he got some for the twins as well. They headed to Time Square for dinner where Lucius made arrangements at an exclusive restaurant. They eventually did head down into the square where they stayed for some of the concerts and when the ball dropped at midnight. Last year Draco had proposed on New Year's to George. For a moment Harry worried that Lucius planned to propose to him. He wanted to marry the man but wasn't ready. Lucius knew that though.

Lucius drew him into his arms for a long kiss. "Another year together."

Harry and Lucius had an amazing holiday away. They had indeed gone snorkeling when they headed to Mexico. Both Teddy and the twins were a bit spoiled rotten, between New York and Mexico. Harry smiled when he saw Lucius planning for his grandsons. He was surprised to find his dad and Teddy had some company at Grimmauld while he was gone. Remus said it just made sense as Severus couldn't apparate easily. Harry just reminded his dad that he was happy for them to grow close. He could see Teddy was as enamored with the man as their dad was becoming.

As spring approached Harry was with George a lot as he prepared for the birth of the twins. Harry and Lucius had taken over decorating the school nursery as a gift, and the manor. Draco and George had been given the townhouse as a London home and were doing the nursery there.

The evening before his birthday George groaned. "Malfoys."

Harry smirked. "You are married to one."

"You will be one soon."

Harry blushed. "We will see."

"Twins come early I was told. Mine, not so much."

Harry reminded him. "Your due date is in eight hours."

George groaned. "Try telling these two."

Harry put his hand on George's belly. "We are all anxious to meet them."

"Not my husband. He seems to have run off."

Harry was confused. "Surely not this close…."

"Something about a meeting with your boyfriend."

Harry laughed. "You know Lucius won't want to miss the birth any more than Draco."

George smirked. "Draco misses it and he will spend a year on the couch."

"How about some dinner? I am told spicy food helps."

George agreed and went with Harry back into the school. They went to George's rooms as they were closer to the hospital wing. Poppy and Andromeda were both there for the past few days. Draco and George had opted for Poppy over Severus and the woman was happy to come. Severus would be there to welcome the twins though. It seemed the spicy food did work or the babies were anxious, as George's water broke shortly after they were done dinner. Harry took him to the hospital wing but he was soon off to find the Malfoys, contacting the Burrow.

Draco had gone away from school to meet his dad for lunch and to talk. He had no idea what his dad was up to but Lucius had insisted. He knew it was important if his dad took him away from George. When he saw Remus and Teddy, he had a good idea. He was surprised by his Uncle.

Remus understood too. "You're ready?"

Lucius nodded. "And I hope he is."

Draco grinned. "You mentioned the next trip."

Severus had been with Remus when the invite came. "You plan to propose?"

Lucius eyed his old friend, not sure how he would react. "I do."

Severus offered his hand. "Take better care of him than I did."

Lucius actually hugged the man a bit. "You know I will."

Severus grunted. "Good. I am not above hexing you if you don't."

Remus reminded the man. "I believe it is my blessing that matters."

Lucius turned. "He is an adult but your opinion does…."

Remus cut him off with a laugh. "You have it."

Draco wondered. "Ring shopping?"

Lucius nodded. "I have the proposal planned."

Severus motioned. "You will forgive us if we don't join."

Lucius knew it would be odd but thought more. "Plans?"

Remus blushed. "Dinner."

He was going to make a comment about Molly taking Teddy when Arthur appeared. He told them Harry had sent him to find them. It seemed George had gone into labor. Draco was frantic as he rushed back to school. His father and the others came with him. The Weasleys, Blaise and others all remained in the waiting room. Harry was in the room with them, he had been asked by both men to be there when the twins were born. It was about half past midnight, on George's twenty fourth birthday, when the first twin made his entrance. The second followed soon after.

Just after one in the morning the tired but full room went into see the twins. Both dads were in bed, each proudly holding one of their sons. Harry and Blaise were serving as godfathers to the eldest son to no surprise. Adrian and Ginny were chosen for the younger. Adrian wasn't there.

Molly was in tears as she looked at the two twins. "Your birthday."

George nodded. "I knew my due date but I never thought…"

Draco handed his dad the younger. "Just extra sign Fred is watching."

Harry looked at his little godson. "Freddie?"

George nodded. "Frederick Draco."

Draco looked at his younger. "And Narcissus George."

Lucius bent and brushed baby Narcissus with a kiss. "Your mother would have been so honored. And proud of them both."

George looked at his mum. "I know we broke the tradition."

Molly shook her head. "The names are perfect."

Harry shared a smile with Lucius. "I guess I was right."

Lucius smiled. "Strawberry blonde but certainly not white."

Cisco and Freddie were little mini Draco's, the looks seemed extremely stubborn, except in coloring. They had George's eyes and strawberry blond hair. They had considered calling Cisco Cygnus for the father of Andromeda and Narcissa, but had chosen to go with the masculine form. But like his mother had gone by Cissy as a child, their little boy had already been nicknamed Cisco. Though Freddie was older, it was decided he'd be George's heir, fitting considering Fred helped him build the company. Cisco was the Malfoy heir, though Freddie would get houses.

Lucius smiled as he led Harry out later and thought to himself. 'Now to get a ring on your finger and work on one of our own.'

An: So birth of Frederick Draco and Narcissus (Cisco) George, named for George's twin and Draco's mum, have arrived, on George's birthday.

Lucius has a ring and is set to propose. Review and we will have an engagement and wedding on the horizon.