After his amazing and messy moment with Hermione, Harry retired to his room for the rest of the day. While he was in his room, Hermione had gathered the other girls together and they all escaped to the second floor terrace outside. Frederick brought them drinks and finger snacks while they all sat around in the lounging chairs.
"So what happened that this emergency meeting of Harry's Girls was called," asked Katie.
"Harry's Girls," asked Daphne who was less than amused at the title.
"The Potter Ladies," said Katie trying again. Daphne just shook her head to show her disdain.
"Harry's Harem," said Susan, causing the others to look at her with shock. "What? It would shock everyone if that is what we were called."
"It would send the wrong message," said Daphne. "Plus, other might think that they would be able to join, and I am only sharing him with you three."
"At least you are willing to share," said Susan.
"It's not like any of us actually have a choice."
"You do, but we all agreed that we are letting this happen," said Hermione. "And speaking about letting things happen."
"What did you do," asked Katie. "I know that look. It usually followed you doing something you weren't supposed to."
"Well, I am not sure about no supposed to this time," began Hermione. "But it was something I will never forget."
"If you tell me you somehow convinced Harry to shag you, I'm gonna be impressed," said Susan.
"We did not shag," said Hermione. "But the mess would seem like we did."
The other looked at Hermione with confusion, wanting more details.
"Explain. Now," ordered Daphne.
"Well apparently it all started with him having a conversation with your dad." Hermione then went on to explain what she and Harry had talked about, including his awkward conversation with Cyrus. This had Daphne blushing from embarrassment. Hermione then described in detail her events with Harry in the family library.
"So that is how you make a mess in that way without shagging," said Katie with a grin. "And he wants to do that with all of us?"
"I would assume so. He is just worried about pushing us too far or at a pace that is not to our liking. He also is worried about feelings getting hurt if he does stuff with one of us and not the others," explained Hermione.
"I haven't even kissed him yet," said Daphne.
"Why is that," asked Katie. "I know everyone moves at their own pace, but I also see how you look at him. You want him to snog you senseless."
"It's because she wants him to make the move," said Susan. "She wants him to take control."
"How did you deduce that," asked Daphne, not denying what was just stated.
"It's how you look at him. You watch him when he exerts his power. That turns you on. You don't want the scared Harry. Well, not the timid Harry. You want the Harry that rushed into a building not knowing what he was getting into. Every time he shows dominance or authority, you get shivers down your spine."
Daphne did not say anything. She just looked down at the floor. No one had ever been able to read her like Susan had just done.
"Is that true," asked Hermione.
"Yes," replied Daphne meekly. "Harry is an impressive young man. The things he has done in his short life time are nothing if not awe inspiring. I have felt this way about him for years actually. The first time was his first quidditch game. He seemed fearless. The next two years it was the rumors of what he had done. I have yet to have it confirmed by him whether the rumors were true or not."
"Yes, he killed a Basilisk in the Chamber of Secrets at the end of our second year. I am not sure the length, but if I heard correctly, it was close to 50 meters, maybe longer. In our third year, he did learn to conjure a Patronus and fought back against close to 30 dementors at once. I witnessed that event."
"Thank you for confirming those," said Daphne. "That is pure raw power. I have always said that I wanted to be with a man who was powerful. Not because I crave power, but because I want to make sure that I will be taken care of and protected. Then I watch him in 4th year take on a dragon, swim in a lake against merpeople and other nasty creatures of the deep, to only then fight nightmares in a maze that led him to the resurrection of Voldemort. I have not seen the timid side of Harry until now."
"He cannot be the strong and powerful guy you see all the time," said Katie. "It is unfair to expect that from him."
"I am not expecting him to be that way all the time. I know that it would be foolish to expect that. I just want him to take that kind of control with me."
"He won't do that for a couple of reasons," began Hermione. "First, he may see that as forcing you into something you don't want. That scares him. Second, he is terrified of your father. He may see that as disrespecting you and your family."
"So how do I get him to give me what I want like you all can get," asked Daphne sounding defeated.
"I will have a talk with him," said Hermione.
"Like the talk you just had with him," snickered Susan.
"I will try and keep it short and quick," said Hermione.
"Why would you tell him what I want," asked Daphne.
"Because, we are now all in this together. It will not be any good if you are unhappy. If one of us is unhappy or miserable, it will affect all of us. Your father was right when he told Harry that communication will be paramount to this working."
The four young women spent the rest of the afternoon and evening talking and relaxing, as well as talking more about Hermione's exciting time with Harry. She could see the other girls thinking about what kinds of things they could get into with him.
After dinner, Harry found himself sitting in his office looking through his Grandfather's first journal. It was filled mostly with the start of the war and why he chose the side that he did. He compared Grindewald to Hitler as they both wanted to eliminate a large portion of society. Grindewald was worse than Hitler since he wanted to take Hitler out as well since he was not magical. His Grandfather was fighting on both fronts, working with British Intelligence to infiltrate areas and eliminate threats along with his brother in law, Arcturus Black. Harry wrote down notes as his grandfather mentioned spells that he had never heard of. He knew to look in the family Grimoire as well as other books in the libraries.
Just before he was ready to retire to his bedroom for the night, he found the girls and bid them goodnight. He kissed Susan and Katie, both kisses a little bit more passionate than the ones previous. He then was met by Hermione.
"I wish I could have another moment like earlier," said Hermione as she hugged Harry tightly.
"That would be a great way to end the evening," he replied as he smiled at her.
"As much as I would love that, there is another who needs something from you."
"Who?"
"Daphne." Hermione then gave Harry a quick rundown of what had been discussed earlier.
Harry stood in silence for a while as he thought about what Hermione told him. He was happy that she had gotten him the information because he would have never given Daphne what she desired. He was still confused that the woman who had snogged him to the point that he erupted all over his pants earlier was telling him how to please another woman. It was baffling. Harry thanked her for her help, pulled her into the alcove they were next to and snogged her until she insisted that she needed to sleep and he needed to find Daphne.
He watched as Hermione went into her room and then made his way to Daphne's room. He found the door open. He looked in and found her sister sitting in front of the mirror.
"Sorry to interrupt," said Harry. "I was looking for Daphne."
"I think she is still outside. She looked lost in thought," said Astoria.
"Thank you. How are you enjoying your stay?"
"You have a wonderful home, but I would be remiss if I lied and said I didn't miss home."
"I completely understand. Hopefully we can get your home fixed up soon and add more security so you can return."
"Daphne won't want to return," said Astoria. "What ever is happening here, she is happier than ever."
"Does that bother you?"
"A little. She is my sister and if my family returns home, she will not want to, which means either I will return home without my sister and be alone in that manor, or she will come home, be resentful of having to come home, and I will still be alone in that manor."
"I would hate for this situation to bother anyone."
"You cannot control everything."
"I know. That is something I am learning on a daily basis. One thing that I can easily do is make sure that the floo is open to you and your family. You are welcome here anytime."
"Why would you do that? You barely know me."
"I know. Ask Hermione or Katie, or either of your parents. I am not happy unless I am doing what I can to make other's happy. I have a feeling that you being sad and depressed would affect Daphne as well."
"Thank you Lord Potter."
"Harry. None of this Lord stuff."
"You know I have to be the annoying little sister."
"I welcome it since I have not had any siblings. It will be nice to have a little sister."
"You may regret that."
"Before you start anything, ask your mum and dad about my dad and godfather first," said Harry with an evil grin. He walked away and called for Frederick.
"Sir called for Frederick?"
"Yes. Do you know where Daphne is?"
"Young lady Greengrass is out in the garden."
"Thank you Frederick. Thank you for keeping this place running."
"That is my job sir. I is happy that you are pleased with my work."
Harry patted the elf on his head, and then made his way out the back door and towards the gardens. He walked out and noticed the clear sky and the moon big, bright and full. He saw Daphne sitting against a tree looking out over the flowers and towards the moon.
"Is everything ok," he asked as he approached her. She jumped as he startled her. "I'm sorry. I did not mean to frighten you."
"It's fine. I just wasn't expecting anyone out here at this hour. What brings you out here?"
"You," he replied. He held out his hand to her. She reached up and took his hand. He pulled her up and into his arms. Before she could react, he pulled her close to his body and planted his lips to hers. Her body went rigid as all of her muscles tensed up for a moment before she soon was joining in the embrace, wrapping her arms around his neck. She felt one of his hands make a motion before she was pushed up against the tree, but not feeling the discomfort that the position would have caused. She could feel his muscles as he held her tightly. She felt his hand move down to her lower back, pulling her body as close to his as possible. No one was around to witness the flames that were swirling around the two of them.
Daphne leapt up, causing him to catch her by her ass as she wrapped her legs around him. He gave her ass a squeeze as the two of them began the passionate dance with her in his arms. He pulled her from the tree and spun her around, the two of them barely taking a breath. After a long while, they broke the kiss.
"Is that what you were wanting," he said with a grin.
"Yes," she replied breathlessly.
"The only thing that worries me is not knowing when I might go too far with you."
Daphne reached down and rubbed her hand along the bulge in his pants. She slowly moved her hand up and down the front of his pants while she looked him in the eyes, "I want you. You can have me anyway you want."
"Daphne, I am not sure either of us are ready to go to that point yet," he said as he kissed her softly. "But this right here is perfect."
"Not yet it's not," retorted Daphne as she undid the button to his pants and reached into them. She grabbed ahold of his manhood and stroked him slowly as the two kissed passionately again. It was not long until she felt Harry tense up in her hand and he exploded all over her hand and their shirts that happened to be in the way.
"Sticky," she said with a laugh as Harry took a few deep breaths to recover. She pulled out her wand with her non sticky hand and cleaned them both up. He then tucked himself back into his underwear and pants and the two of them walked up to the manor arm in arm. As they approached the back door, they were met by Cyrus, Dumbledore, Tonks, and Amelia Bones.
"Is everything ok," asked Harry, not liking that all four of them were waiting on the two of them.
"There was an incident earlier today," said Dumbledore. "It was hidden so that it was just now discovered."
"What kind of incident," asked Daphne.
"Augusta Longbottom was murdered. Neville is in the hospital, as is Luna Lovegood," said Amelia. "They were discovered by Xeno Lovegood, Luna's father."
Everyone watched as Harry's anger was becoming visible. His eyes were glowing once again and flames were building around him.
"There is more," said Tonks. "There was another attempt on the Weasley's."
Before anyone could say anything, Harry and Daphne both vanished in the green flames.
"That's new," said Dumbledore as Cyrus began freaking out.
"Cyrus. Calm down and grab my arm," said Tonks. "I know where they went. Amelia, go let the other girls know what is going on. Have them be prepared to welcome new guests and then meet us at the Burrow."
Amelia did not even argue that one of her underlings was giving her orders. She simply ran up the stairs to the other girls while Tonks and Cyrus vanished. Dumbledore went with them as well, knowing full well that Harry was going to save his friends.
Harry and Daphne arrived at the Burrow, both had wands drawn. Harry rushed towards the building where he saw Ron, Molly, and Ginny all standing outside along with Fred and George. Harry rushed up to them. He hugged Ron tightly as Molly came over and joined the hug.
"I'm so sorry," said Harry.
"It's not your fault Harry," said Molly. "Everyone is alive and that is all that matters."
"But where will you live?"
"We will figure that out," said Molly as she looked at the Burrow as the cinders continued to burn hot.
"It is already figured out," said Daphne.
"What is a Slytherin doing here," asked Ron.
"That is a very complicated issue," said Harry. "Ron, not all Slytherin's are bad, just like not all Gryffindors are good. Daphne and her family are staying with me as are a few others, including Hermione."
"Does this have to do with you being in hospital recently," asked George.
"Sort of. Let's get you all to my place."
"Your place as in your aunt and uncles," asked Ginny.
"No. Potter Manor."
Molly's eyes grew when he mentioned the house. "The only way you have access to that is…"
"You are a Lord," said Fred.
"Harry Potter, Lord of the Ancient and Most Noble Houses of Potter and Black," said Harry. "But do not call me anything other than Harry."
The twins dropped down to their knees and bowed repeatedly. "Our Lord!"
"Why did I think they would do anything differently," said Harry out loud.
"Why didn't you tell us all of this mate," asked Ron.
"It has been a chaotic week," answered Harry. "I will explain everything as soon as we get to the manor.
There was a pop and Tonks and Cyrus arrived followed by Dumbledore.
"Lord Greengrass," said Molly in confusion.
"Molly. We have known each other for ages. Cyrus is fine."
"That means," began Fred.
"That the beautiful woman with Harry," continued George.
"Is none other than."
"The Slytherin Ice Queen."
"Daphne Greengrass," the both said at once.
"Mrs. Weasley, I am surprised you still have your sanity if that is how those two talk on a regular basis," said Daphne.
"It is not easy, but after a while, you get used to it. How do you know Harry?"
"As he said, it is a long story. I am sorry to see that this happened to you and your family."
"Harry, I wish you would have waited before running off," said Dumbledore. "We were going to tell you that everyone is ok."
"Where is Mr. Weasley," asked Harry.
"He is at the Ministry meeting with aurors filing the report," said Amelia as she walked up behind everyone. "Lord Potter-Black, I have informed the others and they are preparing the other rooms to welcome the newest residents. The four have moved into the largest room closest to the master bedroom. Frederick is preparing the three other rooms immediately."
"Is Astoria at your house," asked Ginny.
"Yes," said Cyrus. "Our entire family is at the moment. Our home was attacked the night of all the other attacks. Unfortunately, we did suffer some damage that still needs to be repaired. You know Astoria?"
"We are the secret friends that no one knows about because of house wars."
"You are friends with a Slytherin," scolded Ron.
"Ron, you really are going to need to get over that real quick," said Harry. "Cyrus was a Slytherin and he has become my mentor, unofficially."
"Well, this conversation needs to continue, but we must move the location," said Amelia. "Molly, you remember Potter Manor?"
"How could I forget it?"
"Good. Take your two youngest with you. I will take the twins. I have already let Arthur know so he will meet us there."
Cyrus walked up to Harry and Daphne. "So that was new."
"What do you mean," asked Harry.
"This was the first time you travelled with another via Green Flame express."
Harry chuckled at the name. "It just sort of happened."
"Did you feel anything when it did Daphne?"
"No. It was smoother than normal apparition," she replied. "I did not feel like I was being pulled into myself."
"Very interesting," said Cyrus. "I will have to let my father know about this."
"Why does grandfather need to know?"
"They are keeping logs of advancements in Harry's skills."
"As long as he does not wake me up early again."
"Speaking about waking up early," started Cyrus.
"Yes, we are still starting the schedule tomorrow," answered Harry.
"Good. Then I will see you two back at home." With a pop, Cyrus vanished. Harry looped his arm with Daphne's and in a green flash the two vanished.
