Chapter 9 – Moving On

Later that evening, the foursome wrapped up their studies and prepared to go to bed. Luna seemed tentative and Harry pulled her close.

"Look Luna, no pressure. You've been through a lot recently. I like you sleeping with us, but you don't need to do anything else. You can stay out here until we go to sleep."

"Actually Harry, I've been meaning to talk to you. Have you read my contract?"

"Well, I skimmed it. I didn't read everything."

"You need to read it. Hermione and Ginny should also."

Harry raised his eyebrows and went to get the contract. He sat down with Hermione and Ginny on his sides and began to look at it closer. It carefully detailed what was 'required of the consort', including 'intimate relations no less than twice a week, unless declined by the master', 'consummation of the contract within 48 hours of initiation', 'consort's compliance with all desires requested by the master' and 'every feasible attempt to be made to produce progeny within six months of initiation of contract'. Harry was stunned, as were Hermione and Ginny. Then Hermione got angry.

"Bloody stupid old fucking chauvinistic laws!"

Harry gasped at Hermione's unusual use of colorful language, while Ginny and Luna laughed at her. Harry shook his head and looked at Luna.

"Luna, you know my feelings about this. If it was my choice, I would have destroyed the contract completely. What happens if we fail to comply?"

"I'm blood bound and swore on my magic to the contract Harry. I don't know for sure, but if I don't comply for you then I may be hurt or even lose my magic. That's why I wanted you to read it. The contract took effect when daddy passed, about 26 hours ago. I don't want to impose on the three of you, but I'm scared what will happen if we don't consummate the contract. Who knows, demon sprites may even come to take me as punishment."

Harry had no idea what demon sprites were, but that was the least of his concerns. It looked like he needed to consummate the contract. Not that it was a chore for him, but he felt for Luna.

"Alright Luna, I understand. First, you have to know this is not an imposition on me. And I know Hermione and Ginny understand as well."

"Definitely Luna."

Harry stood and took Luna by a hand while he extended his other hand to Hermione, who was holding onto Ginny. He led his witches to the bedroom and leaned in to kiss Luna long and deep before turning and kissing Hermione and Ginny as well.

"Luna, I'm going to take this slow. I know what Malfoy did to you and I plan on making you enjoy this as you should. I hope you had someone love you before him."

"Yes Harry. Dean was my first at Shell Cottage. We stayed together for a month after the battle, but then we drifted apart. I wasn't with anyone else after that until Draco. He was quite angry and brutal when he found out I wasn't a virgin. I could barely walk and took a couple weeks to heal."

Harry was shocked, and then his anger caused his magic to flare again. All three of the ladies helped to calm him. Eventually he could speak again.

"Well, I'm glad you had Dean. Now, let's show you what making love really should be."

Hermione and Ginny were hugging as Harry focused on Luna. Hermione decided she should speak up.

"Luna, the three of us usually enjoy being together, but Ginny and I can give you and Harry time. My first time with Harry was a surprise. I had never had feelings for another woman before. I don't think I normally would if Harry wasn't included. I know you may not be ready to be fully involved with all of us."

"No Hermione, you can stay. I said Dean was my first, but he was actually my first man. I was with one woman before that. And I've kissed a couple others, as Ginny will tell you."

Harry gaped and turned to look at Ginny, who just smirked.

"Okay then, Harry you go ahead and focus on Luna for now. We'll watch."

Harry kissed Luna again as he slowly started to undress her. As her shirt came off, he gently began rub her breasts. Then he released her bra and trailed his kisses down to her chest, taking one of her nipples in his mouth as he began to suckle her. Luna ran her hands through his hair and began to moan. Harry switched his attention to the other side while reaching to unbutton her pants. As they fell, he reached to cup her bum as he dove back into her mouth. He was completely hard and ready to take her, but determined to go slow as he thrust his hips against her thinly clad sex. Reaching down, he slid his hand into her knickers and gently began to explore her as she pulled his shirt off and began to run her hands across his chest. Slowly, Harry knelt and pulled her knickers down as he placed his face near the nest of nearly translucent golden curls. He gently probed and separated her lips as his tongue reached for her bud. As soon as he found it, she jerked and began to moan. Taking the encouragement, Harry pulled one leg over his shoulder and began to diligently feast on her as she trembled. Hermione and Ginny were burning up as they watched Harry work and had managed to disrobe each other from the waist up. As Harry probed Luna's core with his tongue, she let out a small cry and came. She would have collapsed if Ginny hadn't come behind her and held her up. Ginny pressed her breasts to Luna's back and reached around to cup Luna's breasts, teasing the nipples and extending Luna's orgasm as she continued to cry out. Hermione stepped to her and began to nuzzle her neck as Luna wrapped an arm around her. Harry looked at his three witches and grinned. His pants were impossibly tight and he groaned as he reached to adjust himself. Hermione looked at him and smiled.

"Ladies, our wizard has a problem. A hard problem. And I think he's entirely too dressed."

Luna had recovered and smiled. Before Harry knew what was happening, the three of them were unbuttoning him and yanking his pants and trunks off. Ginny knelt and took him full in with no warning. She gave him a hard suck and then popped him out and pulled Luna over. Luna looked at him with wide eyes and Ginny smirked.

"Yes Luna, he is quite endowed. Don't worry, he's very gentle. At least until you tell him otherwise."

Ginny took Luna by the hand while Hermione took Harry's hand. They led each of them to the bed and laid Luna down before nudging Harry forward. Harry focused completely on Luna and carefully crawled over her. He kissed her gently and looked into her eyes as Hermione reached for her wand and then cast the contraception spell.

"Luna, we're both on the Potion, but for now the charm will work. We can get you the Potion if you want."

Luna nodded and Hermione and Ginny stepped back and moved to the other side of the bed. Harry continued kissing Luna slowly and thoroughly as he tweaked a nipple and she started to moan. Gently, he started to enter her. Then her eyes opened and he saw so much fear that he almost wilted. He paused and caressed her face.

"Dear Luna, it's alright. Slow and gentle. This is Harry. Try not to remember the last time."

He kissed her again and pressed in ever so slowly, letting her adjust to his size. Once he was fully sheathed, he waited and smiled at her, then he pulled out a few inches before slowly reentering. Gradually he built up his pace and rhythm and soon Luna's face changed as she groaned and started to meet his movements. He pressed harder and she gasped as her nails dug into his shoulders.

"Tell me Luna. Tell me what you want. Tell me what you like."

"Right there…unhhh…more…harder…faster."

Harry did as instructed, raising her legs slightly to allow deeper penetration and changing his angle. Luna was meeting him with solid thrusts as her panting became faster. He felt her tighten around him as she screamed and came. Harry kept pushing into her as she let out two more small screams and continued tightening onto him, causing him to finally release. Harry pulled out as he slightly softened. He peppered Luna with kisses as she caught her breath. She looked at him with a look that was so tender it made him ache.

"Thank you Harry. That was perfect. No more bad memories."

Harry stroked her face and kissed her again. She felt his arousal and seemed a bit startled.

"Yes Luna, I'm ready again. Like Ginny explained, my magic is causing havoc with my hormones."

Harry looked over and saw that his and Luna's activities had affected Ginny and Hermione. They had both lost the rest of their clothes and were arranged in a 69. He and Luna lay together and watched as they pleasured each other. Ginny came shortly after Harry and Luna finished, shaking so badly that she rolled off Hermione. Harry crawled over to Hermione, who was moaning and reached to finger herself, desperate for release. He pushed her hand aside and plunged into her. Hermione yelped and grabbed him by the bum to pull him in deeper as she begged him to make her come. Harry knew what she wanted and began to pound into her. Minutes later, Hermione finally released. Harry slowed for a minute and then flipped her over to continue working her. She loved being taken from behind and soon screamed again as the feeling of Harry's climax sending hot seed into her made her come a second time. Harry finally felt sated and rolled back, pulling Hermione around with him. He looked over and saw Ginny and Luna happily cuddled together, smiling and watching. He kissed each of them gently and then looked from side to side.

"Am I the luckiest wizard ever or what?"

They giggled as Ginny pulled up the covers and Luna waved off the light. Minutes later, they were all spooned and entangled as they fell asleep.

The next morning was a Saturday and Harry woke first. Going to the bathroom, he drew a full tub of hot, scented water and then went to retrieve his witches. They all settled into the large tub and sighed with contentment. The next hour was spent with all four of them getting completely soaked and completely satisfied. Luna's disposition was improved even more and she was on her way back to being the Luna they remembered. They all decided that breakfasting in the Great Hall was probably not wise since they all kept kissing and petting and none of them had managed to get out of robes yet. Harry called Winky and asked for her to bring them breakfast trays. When she returned, Harry decided he should talk with the elf.

"Winky, you've been helping us a lot lately. I know Hogwarts pays you, but you've been going beyond your normal duties. I'd like to give you an additional five galleons a week for your services to the houses of Black and Potter."

Harry produced the galleons and handed them to the elf.

"Master is very generous. It is not necessary. Winky is honored to serve young master."

"I understand Winky, but it would make me happy for you to take the payment."

Winky nodded and seemed about to cry, but then tucked the galleons into a pocket in her Hogwart's tea towel toga.

"Thank you master. Winky will be available whenever you need."

The elf popped out and suddenly Harry was being thoroughly snogged by a grateful Hermione. Breakfast forgotten, he reached into her robe and began to fondle her. Ginny laughed and tapped them both on the shoulder.

"Hermione dear. Let Harry eat. He needs the fuel."

Hermione pulled back and smirked at Ginny, but then she went to take her seat at the table as they started to eat. As they finished, an owl arrived at their window and Harry waved his wand to open it. The owl flew in and landed in front of him, bearing a copy of the Daily Prophet and a note. The owl left and he was getting ready to open the note when two more owls arrived. One more came to him, while one landed in front of Luna. Harry read his first note. It was a thank you from Barnabas Cuffe, editor of the Prophet, for his statement. The second note was a brief one from Arthur Weasley, thanking him for notifying them of the news and assuring Harry that he understood the reason for Harry's decision. Harry noted that Arthur carefully stated everything singularly and that Molly was not mentioned and did not sign the note. He sighed as he thought about the fury that was likely brewing with his future mother-in-law. He was about to open the Prophet when he looked over and saw that Luna was looking downcast again. She looked up at Harry and tried to give a weak smile.

"My father's ashes will be ready on Tuesday. The funeral home has preparations almost complete, I just need to decide on a date for the memorial…I…I think maybe in a week. On Saturday. It's not a Hogsmeade weekend, but I think Headmistress McGonagall will give us leave."

Harry went over and pulled Luna up as he sat down and placed her in his lap.

"I'm sure McGonagall will. What can I do to help?"

"Thanks Harry. Everything's handled. Daddy left detailed instructions with the funeral home and paid ahead of time. He knew he didn't have long."

"Alright, we'll confirm with McGonagall and then you can send back your reply and confirm the date."

With breakfast finished, they dressed and studied for a while before leaving to visit the headmistress. She granted them all leave the following Saturday and Luna replied to the funeral home. After a bit more studying, Harry was due to run Quidditch practice and all three witches decided the weather was nice and they would come watch. Practice went well, although Jimmy couldn't help but tease Harry about his 'own personal cheering section'.

That night when they all retired to bed, Harry decided that Ginny deserved a turn since only Hermione had made her come the night before. He then moved on to Hermione and finally to Luna. Ginny was ready to cast the contraception charm when Luna stopped her and looked to Harry.

"Harry, I wanted to ask if you would mind not using the charm? My contract says that I need to try to conceive within six months. We can wait, but I really don't want to. I'm finally happy and I don't mind if I get pregnant. With daddy gone, I have no other family now."

Harry was a bit surprised, but he understood. He sat back against the pillows and looked at Hermione and Ginny.

"What do the two of you think? Like I've said before, whenever you're ready, I'll happily impregnate you. This has to be a family decision though. And Luna, you're wrong. You do have a family, right here."

"Harry's right Luna. We're family now. Ginny and I have to formalize it, but that will happen in June. We've decided to wait to produce heirs until after we're official, but as a consort, you don't need to wait. I don't mind if you go first on the baby making."

"Neither do I Luna. I love little ones. Our children are going to be so spoiled between the four of us."

Luna smiled and Ginny and Hermione both kissed her. Then Ginny turned to Harry.

"Alright my lord. Time to put your impressive manhood to good use and get Luna a baby."

Harry groaned and felt himself twitch at the thought. He rolled over and started kissing Luna. Then he felt someone's hands take hold of him and guide him into her warm core as he began to joyfully perform his duties.

The rest of week was busy as all the professors piled work on and emphasized that NEWTs were not far off. Hermione and Ginny were also busy helping Luna catch up on the work that she had neglected. Most of the professors were understanding and did their best to try to accommodate her. Harry helped where he could, but he knew she was in good hands. Soon Saturday arrived and it was time for the memorial. They woke and quickly showered separately to save time. Once they were dressed, they headed down to breakfast. Luna's appetite was back to normal, but this morning she didn't eat much and the others didn't push her. Once they were done, they were cleared to exit the grounds and proceeded to Hogsmeade. Once there, they apparated to the funeral home. Per the directives left by Luna's father, all the planning had been done beforehand, including the guest list. They arrived and were shown to a private room for the family where the director reviewed everything. Then they took their seats in the hall as all the guests began arriving. Nearly two hundred people showed and Harry was glad for the excellent turnout. The room was decorated simply with a few arrangements of exotic flowers and a large picture of Xenophilius at the front. To one side was a collage of additional pictures, many featuring Luna and her mother. At the appointed time, a harpist came forward and played an odd piece of music that Luna said was one of her father's favorites. Then Luna stepped forward to give the first words, sharing some of her favorite memories of her father. She choked a couple times, but managed to make her way through it. When she returned to Harry's side, she buried her head in his shoulder and let a few sobs escape as Ginny rubbed her back. Three more people spoke after her, two of whom had been friends of Xenophilius since his childhood. At the end, a pianist and cellist joined the harpist for some final music. The whole service took about forty minutes and was then followed by a brief reception with punch and small petit fours cakes. Everyone came by to speak with Luna and extend their condolences. Harry, Hermione and Ginny remained close to her the entire time for support. Molly and Arthur were in attendance and came by to talk to her. Molly was a bit formal, but she made no comment about their partnership, for which Harry was glad. The memorial was not the time for a coming to terms with Molly Weasley.

Once everyone had spoken to Luna, the foursome quietly slipped out the back. The director handed Luna the urn with her father's ashes and Ginny gathered a bundle of flowers. They apparated to Luna's childhood home and Harry was dismayed to see that, while some repairs had been made, the place was still in sorry shape. He made a mental note to discuss it with Luna at a better time. Once they arrived, Luna led them across the Lovegood property to the edge of a forest. They stepped into the trees and before long reached the edge of a creek. Luna stopped and took a deep breath as her partners gathered around her in support. Then she opened the urn and let her father's ashes drift on the breeze and settle on the water. She then took the flowers from Ginny and began to scatter them on the gently flowing creek. Once the flowers were spread, Luna drew her wand and excised a small hole a few feet back from the bank. She placed the empty urn in the hole and then waved her wand to fill it in. She glanced once more at the water and then turned and was enveloped in a group hug. The foursome stood at the edge of the creek for a number of minutes before Luna pulled back and said she was ready to return to school.

Once they were back at school, they retreated to their apartment for the day. Luna remained quiet, but by the next morning she was doing better. They all returned to their studies and gradually life moved on.