Chapter 11 – Sydney

The foursome arrived at the Australian Ministry by portkey around six in the evening. They checked in with customs and then made their way outside and apparated to the Grangers' back yard. Neil and Jean were both sitting on the patio waiting for their arrival. Hermione embraced them both, followed by Harry and Ginny. Then Harry introduced Luna, who tentatively hugged Jean. Harry levitated all their bags and went to take them to the guest room while the ladies sat down and began to talk with the Grangers over glasses of wine. Luna deferred for water and Jean raised an eyebrow at her daughter. Hermione decided to ignore it until Harry returned. Her mother was entirely too perceptive sometimes. Once Harry was back, he accepted a beer from Neil and joined the conversation. When Hermione and Ginny reached to refill their wine and Luna's water, even Neil seemed to catch on and Hermione gave Harry a pointed look. He nodded at her and figured now was the time.

"Neil, Jean, we know we just arrived and you're probably still adjusting to Luna being part of the family now, but I have some additional news that cannot wait. I am pleased to announce that Luna is expecting. You've obviously noticed that she is bypassing the wine and that's why."

Harry squeezed Luna's hand, as did Hermione, who turned and grinned at her parents.

"Mum, dad, we're all quite happy about the addition to our family."

"Well, children are a blessing, but I promised to be honest with you Hermione. This seems a bit quick. Luna, aren't you still in school?"

"Yes, but I will be graduating by the time I'm around five months. We have plenty of time."

Harry spoke up next and explained to the Grangers the situation with Luna's consort contract. Hermione had explained when she wrote them, but Harry felt it was best to give more details now that they were face to face. He also explained about the progeny clause and the fact that the contracts could have serious magical effects if not abided by. The Grangers seemed stunned and remained silent for a minute after Harry finished.

"Good lord. I'm sorry Harry, I know we don't understand the magical world well, but that sounds positively barbaric. This is almost the twenty first century. I suppose I understand why you did what you did, but still."

"I know dad. The wizarding world is still stuck in many old ways. As part of the reforms that are coming after the war, we hope to change some of the laws. I'm planning to pursue policy at the Ministry after I graduate."

"Well, if anyone can turn things around it's you dear. And I sincerely hope it doesn't take long. Really, I never would have imagined."

They talked for a while longer on less sensitive subjects until a light rain began to fall. They all went inside and helped Jean finish preparing a meal of roast, potatoes and vegetables. Luna's appetite was picking up and she happily accepted a large second serving as Neil chuckled at her.

"Eat up my dear. You're a little thing and you're eating for two now. No need to be bashful around here. I remember when Jean was pregnant with Hermione. She sent me on some crazy late night errands when she had cravings. I watched her eat three boxes of Chinese at midnight once."

"And I still love Chinese to this day." Hermione quipped.

Harry laughed and both he and Hermione reached over simultaneously to rub Luna's stomach. Ginny grinned and traded looks with her partners as the Grangers watched the affection between the four. After dinner, Harry and Ginny offered to do the cleanup while Hermione and Luna went to collect the fixings for ice cream sundaes. Neil and Jean stood at the counter in the kitchen and watched the four of them maneuver around each other. Although they were making light conversation, they were also observing the subtle signs that showed the bond between all members of their daughter's unique family. Ginny shuffled by Hermione on the way to a cupboard and Hermione lightly touched her on the way by. Luna dropped a jar of fudge sauce and Harry turned and grabbed it before it hit the floor, then looked up and gave her a quick kiss. Ginny came back and gave him a small swat on the behind before passing by Luna and casually stroking her hair as she talked to Jean. They weren't aware of all the little touches, but Hermione's parents noticed.

That night the foursome retreated to the guest bedroom. No discussion was made regarding the sleeping arrangements. Jean hadn't asked, but obviously Luna was joining the other three. After coming to terms with the threesome sleeping together, adding one more didn't disturb her quite as much. She and Neil retreated to their own room not long after and talked as they prepared for bed.

"So dear, what do you think? Luna certainly does seem like a nice young lady."

"Yes darling. I suppose she didn't have much choice in this whole matter. At least it seems like she's happy now. The man who she was contracted with before must have been bad if he came from a Death Eater family."

Jean grimaced and stopped in mid stroke with her hairbrush as she remembered the brief conversation she'd had with Hermione when the two of them had gone upstairs to setup the guest bath after the dinner cleanup. The setup had taken only a minute with the help of magic and then Hermione had told her the details of what had happened to Luna with Draco. She shuddered as she remembered and Neil looked at her.

"Jean, what is it?"

Jean sighed and put the brush down as she turned and told Neil what Hermione had told her. He first went pale and then he grew angry as his jaw clenched and he turned and punched the bed.

"Good god! No wonder Harry did what he did. I've tried to be understanding of Hermione's world ever since we were first visited by Professor McGonagall, but some of it I will never understand. Can't they do anything about what happened? He should be in jail."

"Hermione said that Luna felt obligated and allowed it. They wouldn't have a chance of conviction. That's why she wants to work to change the old ways. She's quite committed to all of her partners."

Neil sat on the bed and sighed, rubbing his face.

"Yes, all of them seem quite comfortable and loving with each other. I still can't say I completely accept it. I try not to think about the fact that my little girl is down the hall sleeping with her fiancé and his other two women. I mean polygamy is one thing, but you can tell from the way they act that they're all intimate with each other."

"I was wondering if you'd noticed. I've tried to ignore it."

"I may not be as perceptive as you dear, but I do have eyes. Anyway, I try not to think about it. We raised Hermione to be strong and independent. Which means we accept her choices or we push her away."

"Which I could never do. She's our daughter, no matter what. I suppose it could be worse. We've never had to deal with drugs, partying or anything of that sort."

"No, we only had to deal with being introduced to a whole new world and our daughter fighting a war and banishing us to another country while she did so."

"But it could be worse. They're all sweet kids. And they are in love."

Neil nodded. He wasn't quite at the same acceptance level as his wife, but he was working on it.

The next day the foursome was up early and Hermione had a full schedule of everything she wanted to show Luna in Sydney. It was a perfect fall day and they were out of the house by nine and weren't home until twelve hours later. Neil and Jean enjoyed visiting some of their favorite sights around the city and getting to know their daughter's partners better. Harry was affectionate with all three women and they admired his obvious care of each of them. The women were also all quite attached to each other. At one point while touring downtown, they let their guard down and began to trade small kisses around their circle. A few people stopped and turned to watch the foursome who were hugging and kissing in a circle. They were actually quite cute and the kisses were small and sweet, but Jean cleared her throat and brought them back to the present. The four broke apart and Hermione looked up at her mum and shrugged. Then she looked around and saw that several others were watching and blushed. Harry also saw and turned red as he ran his hand through his hair and mumbled an apology. Neil couldn't help himself and chuckled at the young man. He certainly had his hands full with those three. They continued sightseeing for the rest of the day and then had dinner at one of the Grangers' favorite restaurants.

When they returned home from their day out, the foursome said goodnight to the Grangers and made their way to the guest room. They chatted about the day as they got ready for bed. They had all gotten quite comfortable and Hermione stripped down and crossed to the closet. She got involved in a discussion with Ginny, and just stood there in the nude talking animatedly. Harry was sitting on the bed behind her wearing just pajama pants and admiring the view as his erection grew. Finally he couldn't take it anymore, got off the bed and crossed the room to her. He came up behind her, grabbing her firmly while he nibbled on her neck and growled in her ear. He pulled her hips toward him while thrusting his barely clothed cock against her bum.

"Mione, you're teasing me. You look so delicious."

Ginny chuckled and watched as Hermione turned in his arms and started kissing him. Harry had been controlling himself all day and now he was burning with need. He thrust against her again and then reached between them and slipped two fingers into her. She was soaking and mewled as he fingered her. Unable to take anymore, he kissed her hard and moved them toward the bed. He then turned her around quickly while at the same time dropping his pants. He bent her over the edge of the bed and drove himself into her quickly as she screamed. Realizing they hadn't cast charms, Luna scrambled for a wand and cast the privacy and silencing charms as Harry continued to work Hermione.

"Mione, tell me what you want. Tell me how you want it."

"Damn Harry, move!"

"What do you want?"

"Unhh…I…I want you pound your cock into me fast and hard, now!"

"Alright then. You only had to ask."

Harry immediately began to set a rhythm as he picked up speed and pistoned in and out of her delightful heat. She didn't take long before she was screaming his name. Harry wasn't close, so he kept working her as she screamed again and then began to whimper loudly. He needed to release badly, but he couldn't quite reach his peak. Then he felt something amazing. Luna had come up behind him and was on her knees between his legs. She began to lick his bollocks as they shook with his movements. The feel of her tongue on him finally let him come as he ejected a massive load into Hermione's core. She was almost passed out as he pulled from her and maneuvered her limp body up onto the bed. Her sex was shiny with their fluids and she had trails of their mixed cum coating her thighs. He leaned over to kiss her gently and she managed a weak smile as she tried to catch her breath.

"Thanks Mione love. Amazing as always. You're a bit of a mess though. I need to clean you up."

"Let me Harry darling."

Ginny crawled up onto the bed and kissed Hermione long and deep before working her way down her body. Harry watched Ginny reach her sex and began to clean Hermione with her nimble tongue, causing her to start moaning again. The sounds seemed to go straight to his cock as he twitched. Luna heard him moan and came to wrap herself around him. Soon their tongues were dueling as Harry gripped her bum. He was close to entering her and with a small lift he guided her up and onto his cock as she wrapped her legs around him. He began a slower speed as he stroked her with tongue and cock, holding her in the air. Soon she pulled her mouth off his and begged for more. Moving to a wall, he pushed her against it and began to drive into her deeper. He was close to releasing, but needed to hear her scream. His hands were on her bum and slowly moved so that he could insert one finger into her rear entrance. Her eyes flew open and then he moved the finger while at the same time giving her a hard thrust from the front. The double assault was too much as her nails dug into his shoulders and she cried out in delight. Feeling her clamp down, Harry finally let loose. As he and Luna panted through their mutual orgasms, Hermione screamed again behind them. Holding Luna up, Harry turned and saw Ginny buried so deep between Hermione's legs that all he saw was her hair. Hermione's back was arched as her hands gripped Ginny's red tresses. Harry groaned and couldn't believe when his flaccid cock stood up again. Luna smiled and kissed him as she lowered herself to the floor.

"Harry that was wonderful, but Ginny needs your attention now."

Harry nodded and kissed her briefly as he crossed to the bed. Ginny was now lying next to Hermione as the two witches smiled at each other. Hermione saw him across the room and beckoned him with one finger.

"Harry, come take care of our Ginny. She's been waiting patiently."

He didn't need any encouragement as he crawled up on the bed and began to kiss Ginny thoroughly. Gradually he worked his way down to her chest, where he suckled her while she moaned. Once he had both nipples hard and red from his attentions, he moved his kisses down her stomach and then lower. As he began to probe her with his tongue, he found she was soaked. Her nub was rock hard and she cried out when he first flicked it lightly. She was so close that he barely had a chance to run a couple strokes across her when her thighs tightened on him as she came for the first time. Years riding brooms gave her strong thighs and Harry was in desperate need for air by the time she relaxed enough to release him. Pulling back, he panted and smiled down on her gorgeous body, lightly sheened with a bit of sweat. Behind him, Luna had recovered and had a different type of appetite.

"Loves, the baby is demanding I eat. You all continue, I'll be back with snacks."

Luna put on a light robe and ducked out of the room as Harry leaned over Ginny and slowly, but firmly entered her. He set a steady rhythm and once again marveled at how differently wonderful each of witches felt when he was in them. Ginny was getting close when he heard a moan and looked to the side to see Hermione watching them with her fingers buried deep in herself. Harry kept up his work with Ginny while he reached over with one hand and removed her own fingers to replace them with his. She opened her eyes and grinned as his long and supple fingers reached deep into her. She thrust against his hand in sequence with his own thrusts into Ginny. Soon all three were approaching their peaks. Ginny came first, followed seconds later by Hermione. Harry's fingers were clamped firmly in her as he thrust into Ginny, extending her orgasm until he managed to finally release for a fourth time that night.

Meanwhile, Luna had collected half a baguette and a couple kinds of cheese, as well as a bottle of wine and a bottle of Evian. She returned to the bedroom, humming contentedly. When she reached the hall, she met Jean.

"Hi Luna. I see we had the same idea. I was just going to find my own snack."

"Yes, the baby is quite insistent when it wants food."

Jean smiled and moved on past Luna as she opened the door to the bedroom. Luna's timing was perfect. At the moment she opened the door, Ginny screamed and cursed as she threw her hand back and banged the headboard. Then Hermione screamed and shouted Harry's name at the same time that Harry grunted and made an appreciative comment about how beautiful it was to watch his witches come. Jean was only feet away and stopped as she couldn't help but overhear. Then Luna closed the door and all was quiet again. Jean shook herself and tried not to picture what was going on behind that door. Despite herself, she was aroused and decided that a different appetite needed to be dealt with. Turning around, she made her way back to her own room to wake Neil.

The next morning all members of the Granger household slept in after their long night of activities. Neil still wasn't sure what had gotten into his wife. He had barely woken up when she left the room and was back asleep instantly. Minutes later she returned and woke him up, arousing him and then making love to him with an enthusiasm he hadn't seen in a while. He wasn't complaining, but it was strange. Perhaps something to do with midlife changes. Meanwhile, the foursome that were visiting them had all partaken of the snack Luna brought them and then spent another hour taking turns around the bed before finally being too exhausted to continue.

After a late brunch, the six of them took a drive into the Blue Mountains outside of Sydney. After a couple days in the city, they enjoyed the change of scenery and getting out in nature. They had only three more days after that and spent it at the botanic gardens, zoo, and the beach. The entire vacation was thoroughly relaxing and they quite enjoyed the milder, but still warm temps of a Sydney fall. Soon though it was time to return to school and get back to work studying and preparing for NEWTs. On the afternoon they left, they all went to the Grangers' backyard and said their goodbyes. Neil and Jean were much more comfortable with their daughter's partnerships after spending time with all of them, and they both passed out hugs to everyone. Hermione said one final goodbye and then they apparated to the Ministry, where they collected their portkey and headed home.