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by CAGRIFF-I-DOOR

This was officially life three for Harry James Potter. His first life, well, that went exactly like the original in all aspects except that when he killed Lord Voldemort, he, himself, died a few years later from soul sickness, though he didn't know what it was. His second life he vowed to not make the same mistakes as the first. Unfortunately however, things did not turn out well

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Lucius Malfoy/Harry Potter, Lucius Malfoy/Harry Potter/Tom Riddle/Severus Snape, Draco Malfoy/Fred Weasley/George Weasley

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Language: English Stats: Published: 2023-07-03 Words: 53,629 Chapters: 35/?

by Hallows_Spence

Summary

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This was officially life three for Harry James Potter. His first life, well, that went exactly like the original in all aspects except that when he killed Lord Voldemort, he, himself, died a few years later from soul sickness, though he didn't know what it was.

His second life he vowed to not make the same mistakes as the first. Unfortunately however, things did not turn out well then either.

You know what they say, a third times a charm right? This time he'll make sure things are different, he'll make sure Harry James Potter isn't an issue in as aspects anymore. He's determined to live a good life with his soulmates, yet, he remains Fate's favorite chew toy./users/Hallows_Spence/pseuds/Hallows_Spence

This fic doesn't follow canon at all and if you think it will you're delusional3

Previously titled; "Exchanging Letters"

Notes

This fic will have a lot of warnings!!!

The First Letter

Harry James Potter, the schools precious little golden boy was sat at a desk in an unused classroom. He had been off after the incident with the chamber in his second year. He found Tom Riddle's magic intoxicating and he wanted more. He wants to be by this man's side. So throughout the last few hears he's spent all his time into building an identity for himself outside of his golden boy mask as well as collecting some precious items.

Hadrius (Nickname; Hadrian) Azrael Perevell was his name amoungst most lord circles however most of taken to calling him the Grey Lord in respect for his famous neutrality. He's taken no specific sides, he believes in some things from the light and some from the dark but most of all he believes in his own decisions. Hadrius Perevell was the Lord of the ancient and most noble house of Perevell, he also owns the Château de la Neutralité a famous club/venue for creatures, purebloods, and anyone with power.

He's made alliances whenever he could despite what circles they come from. He knew he had captured the dark lords attention which he was thankful for. He has a lot to tell him after all.

He sat staring down at the parchment beneath him. He knew he had to do something to contact that intoxicating dark lord but he wasn't sure what to write. He sighs gently as he picks up his quill.

Dear Tommy Boy,

That off the bat was gonna piss the dark lord off but he doesn't care. Maybe if he makes him mad enough he'll feel more of the dark magic through his scar.

I'll start this letter off by saying that I am of no threat to you. Though, I highly doubt you'll believe it. Recently I've discovered some wonderful artifacts of yours that just positively reek with soul

magic. It's fascinating truly.

I'm sure with your temperament that you aren't happy to have heard that but have no fear, they're safe with me. I have no intentions to destroy them or to turn them over to the manipulative light

lord. You'll find that this letter has been laced with veritaserum to ensure complete honesty.

I want nothing from you at the moment, maybe an alliance of sorts in the future but for now that will have to wait. I'm sure you have your questions so you are more then welcome to ask however I

cannot guarantee I will answer them.

Some conversations are better left in person after all. Unfortunately for you though I do not intend to meet for quite some time yet, I do have my own things to do after all.

I hope you're functioning well in your new body, hopefully you look more human then before. After all, your appearance is famous. Wouldn't do you good to be stuck as a snake hybrid for the rest of

eternity.

Until we meet I have one request. Leave my Masquerade's alone, they're as important to me as your elite are to you. So long as you leave my Masquerade's alone your Death Eaters are safe,

including your pitiful spy. If harm comes to them from your Death Eaters in an capacity I assure you the harm will return tenfold. Whilst working my Masquerade's have a mask on, I won't hold

you accountable for any harm that happens whilst out of the mask. After all, my Masquerade's are not known behind the mask unlike your Death Eaters. Lucius Malfoy, Severus Snape, Barty Crouch

Jr, and Corvus Lestrange just to name a few.

It will do you well to heed my warning.

Wish you well, The Grey Lord.

Hadrian sighs gently as he looks down at the letter, hoping it is good enough. He gently closes his eyes, pouring his own magic into it for effect. He smiles down at the letter, knowing he'd get his point across. This was mostly to insure his friends safety more then making an actual alliance.

He closes the letter then seals it in a waxed envelope. The wax has the deathly hallows crest imbedded into it.

"Kreature." His tone is quiet but he knows the elf heard him.

"Yes Master Death?" The elf says after appearing in the room with a loud pop.

"Do you have connections to Bellatrix Lestrange? Despite her marriage she was a Black." Hadrian asks as he hands the elf the envelope.

"Yes! Is this to go to wonderful Lady Bellatrix?" Kreature seems excited to see the deranged woman again.

"I'd prefer if you could give it directly to the Dark Lord however if you can't tell Bella to deliver it. Make sure you tell her it's from the Grey Lord. I think she'll take it more seriously that way."

Kreature nods. Hadrian thanks the elf before he pops away. The teen smiles as he stands from the desk. He cracks his back a bit as he stands. A sick smiles spreads across his face as he exits the classroom. His smile only grows as he sees Luna waiting for him.

"It's almost time brother dearest. Are you ready to take your place?" Luna asks as they walk side by side.

Hadrian excitedly nods. "Yes! I can't wait to feel his power again. Sure having his horcruxes has lasted me this long but goodness they pale in comparison to the real thing. I cannot wait little moon." He pulls her into a close side hug.

"He won't let you go easily. It's almost time for that too." Luna smiles up at him with her big pale blue eyes.

Hadrian smiles gently. "I know. I have a plan little moon, don't worry."

Luna nods. "I know you do brother. Your plan needs to wait until you meet with your Lord however. It wouldn't do good for him to go on a rampage looking for you."

Hadrian's grin widens. "He would!? Oo I just love that thought!!!"

Luna laughs softly next to him. They talk of meaningless things until they reach Ravenclaw tower. "Go summon Kreature in the dungeons brother dearest."

Hadrian nods, knowing better then to question when Luna gives him a quest. "Yes little moon. Have no fear, I shall be safe." He says upon seeing the slight worry in his soul sisters eyes.

Luna nods. "I shall not worry. I know nothing will happen. Just be on guard."

Hadrian grins. "I always am. Goodnight little moon."

Luna grins back. "Goodnight Hadrius."

The Dungeons

Chapter Summary

Hadrian adventures down to the Dungeons as Luna asks.

Hadrian slips eagerly down to the dungeons, curious to see if Kreature had completed his mission already.

His footsteps echo across the empty stone halls of the creepy basement of Hogwarts. He was so jittery, he couldn't believe it. He could only hope that Kreature would come back with a letter. It would be even better if the dark lord had poured some of his magic into it as well. It was just so intoxicating. He couldn't help himself.

He knew his magic was intoxicating in its own right, having heard so from of his Masquerade's, but he knew Tom Riddle's was just so much more. It was like the beauty of a bloodstained rose. He knows it's dangerous and could hurt him and yet he wants more, he craves more, he demands it even.

His grin widens as he feels the presence of two dark wizards behind him. "Oho~! Snape and Malfoy huh little moon? What is it you wish for them to see?" He knows that they're following him and quite frankly he couldn't care less. Maybe they'll even report this to their lord and speed up the process.

"Kreature~!" Hadrian calls in a sing song voice as he leans against one of the snake pillars along the wall.

Kreature pops up after a second, dark colored envelope in his hand.

"Oo!! He replied already!? I don't have to wait!!" His sick grin comes across his face as he grabs the letter from Kreature. "What was his reaction?" He asks the elf curiously. He holds the letter close to his chest, reveling in the feeling of familiar dark magic.

Kreature grins widely. "He was surprised Master Death. But also unsure. He requests to keep up with the letters. He says your magic feels familiar."

Hadrian giggles. "That idiot. How long do you think it'll be before he realizes who I am?"

Kreature thinks for a moment. "I don't think it will be long Master Death. He seems in a hurry to figure you out. He's also curious about your Masquerade's. Maybe keep them close for awhile."

Hadrian shakes his head. "Can't. The veela slave trade is up and running again and I just can't have that now can I? But don't worry, I'll be careful. I'll take little moon with me, maybe my fiends too. It shouldn't be too dangerous."

Kreature shakes his head. "Kreature heard dark lord sir talk about taking those down himself Master Death."

Hadrian cackles, leaning his head back against the wall. "Really? Shouldn't he know that creatures are my domain? But, I suppose he just doesn't have enough information on me yet. Who knows."

Hadrian shrugs. "Thanks for the letter Kreature. I'll call you tomorrow night to send another."

Kreature nods before disappearing with a pop. Hadrian's sick grin stays on his face as he stares at the letter, the charcoal black envelope calling out to him from his hands.

Hadrian cackles again as he feels the magic. "Really? Compulsions? So first year dark lord." He rolls his eyes playfully as he flips a knife out of his pocket. He gently slides the smooth blade amoungst the dark paper. "Wonder what he has to say. Hopefully it's worth all this trouble."

He grin grows as he feels the intoxicating aura of the dark lords magic from the paper. He sighs happily. "Oh how I love this feeling."

He flips open the parchment eagerly, curious to see what the Lord has to say.

Grey Lord,

Your courage astounds me.

I must say I was surprised to have received your letter. I was going to reach out soon myself actually in hopes for an alliance. You intrigue me greatly.

I am a bit concerned for the safety of my... Items... Perhaps we could meet soon so I can retrieve them? Having those in my possession again would allow me to place more trust in you.

As of your Masquerade's, I can guarantee their safety as long as they don't get in my way. I do believe my Death Eaters are stronger but perhaps you could prove me wrong on this.

Do leave my Death Eaters alone, especially the ones you've mentioned. They are of great importance to me. I am interested in meeting you some point soon, preferably without others

around however you may bring one person if you wish.

Perhaps bring one of my belongings with you as well, just for assurance sake of course. I wish to learn more about you so I shall leave some questions.

~What should I call you besides your title? It wouldn't be convenient to go ahead sharing your name would it?

~Are you actually the Grey Lord or is that a false title? I haven't heard of a Grey Lord before.

~Would you be willing to give a basic description of your Masquerade's?

~How old are you?

~When would you be willing to meet?

~Why do you seem to hate Dumbledore? From what I was told you appeared to be in his pocket?

I eagerly await your reply, Dark Lord

Hadrian cackles quietly as he folds the letter back up. "He's really determined huh?" He sighs gently then breaths in more of the intoxicating magic. "Hm... Maybe I'll indulge him. Or, maybe I just continue on my merry way with my plans. Who knows." He gives a playful shrug. "I hope you two have gotten what you wanted. You've been standing behind that wall for ten minutes."

He hears a pair of sharp gasps. "Don't let your dear lord find out about this yet. I have plans. Him, knowing my identity so soon, will disrupt them." He sends a dangerous glare towards the pair. He knows they can't see him but he knows they felt the force behind it.

He quickly lets out a fraction of his magic, causing the dungeons to suddenly freeze over. "I trust you know which lord holds more power. And do strength your shields before he calls you. We wouldn't want any of this getting out so soon..." He was thankful he thought to change his voice as he spoke to sound like himself rather then Harry Potter.

He giggles darkly as he skips down the hallway, magic still roaming freely about.

The Second Letter

Chapter Summary

Hadrian hands Kreature another letter and Kreature spills too much

Hadrian sighs happily to himself as he hears a quiet pop. He had purposefully waited till the next evening to write to his dark lord. He knew it would most likely anger the man or make him extremely impatient. He giggles softly as he looks over his letter one last time.

Dearest Tommy Boy,

I hadn't quite expected you to be so forward with your questions, though it amuses me so.

You should not worry, I swear on my magic that your items are safe with me. Nothing shall happen to them as long as they're in my possession.

Nice try with the compulsions alas I've had them thrown at me all throughout my life so they don't work as well on me. However, maybe after a few more letters I shall indulge your request for tea.

We'll just have to see.

I heard through the grapevine that you're planning on doing something about the Veela traders? How unfortunate for you as they lie within my domain. Creatures of all kinds are my responsibility so I shall handle these traitors as I see fit. You and your lackeys are more then welcome to come if you wish to see me and three of my Masquerade's in action. You of course are permitted to bring

your most trusted to our show, I'm sure they'll enjoy it.

Now, since you've been so kind as to accept my correspondence I shall answer your questions and leave a few of my own.

#1, You may call me whatever you like. I have no preference. Name wise you may call me Trepas, it's what my Masquerade's call me.

#2, Yes, I am a true Grey Lord. There hasn't been one in hundreds of years due to the qualifications. Death is fickle with who he deems worthy of his title.

#3, Under usual circumstances I would not allow you such a privilege. However, since you'll be meeting some soon I shall.

Avenir, My right hand, has almost white blonde hair and empty blue eyes.

Malheur and Malin, My eyes and ears, have blue green eyes and copper colored hair.

These three are the only ones you'll be getting a description about ahead of time. If you or your people harm any of them I promise you. All your items will be destroyed by my hand.

#4, My age should hold no importance to you however since we're allies I shall deem it only fair due to how much I know about you already. My body doesn't age as ones should however I am in

my late twenties.

Hadrian laughs softly as he reads that bit. It has taken him quite a long time to come up with a suitable age. Considering Tom looked in his twenties the last he saw him he had just scribbled that

down. Theoretically he didn't have a technical age, being master of death and all, so he didn't know what he should put down.

#5, As stated previously in the letter, if you're so agreeable we shall meet when I go and destroy the Veela trade.

#6, I have many reasons to hate Dumbledore, all of which are personal. I am not in the man's pocket if anything he's in mine. I have him exactly where I want him.

Now that you have your answers here are a few questions of my own.

~ Have you managed to regain your human form?

~ Where are you residing at the moment?

~ Can you feel our connection?

~ How are o ̸u ̸r ̸ your mates? I hope they're doing well.

Sincerely, Trepas

Hadrian had made sure to keep the crossed out "our" on there just to arise a bit of suspicion. He knew his mates were looking for their forth but it just wasn't time yet. After all, he was still getting used to the idea of being the submissive one again. It's been an entire timeline since he's seen them and honestly? He wasn't sure if he could be what they want again.

He's also a bit afraid of what their reaction would be. After all, he's immortal and currently trapped in a sixteen year olds body! Who in their right mind would take that well? Well... Luna did but she's Luna so it doesn't count!

Hadrian sighs gently as he looks down at Kreature. "Tell me his reaction will you? Oh and please stay there until he gives you a letter." Kreature nods then watches in awe as Hadrian pours some magic into the letter.

"Be safe." He pats the elf's head as he hands him the letter. "I'm not sure how he'll react to this one."

Kreature nods. "Kreature shall be safe Master Death." He gives a slightly bow of his head before popping out.

Kreature popped into the dark lords study moments later. Last time he didn't truly stick around, having popped out then back in after the letter was written, but this time he will. He glances around nervously before gently setting the letter upon the lord's desk. He waits in a slightly darkened corner of the office. Before long Tom finally opens the door and walks in, Severus and Lucius behind him.

"See! I told you!" The dark lord grumbles as he sits behind his desk, glancing at the letter in his hand. "Just like this one the last one just appeared on my desk. When I had written a reply a house elf came and picked it up."

Kreature nods from the corner. "Yes. I've been instructed to wait this time." His voice suddenly

said, quickly causing all the men in the room to look at him.

"Kreature?" Lucius questions, having not seen the elf in a very long time.

Kreature bows his head lightly. "Yes, it is I."

"So these letters are coming from Black then?" Lucius asks with a slight tilt of his head.

Severus growls under his breath. "Sirius Black? Absolutely not."

Kreature growls. "I'd never deliver a letter for nasty master! How dare!" The elf stomps his foot and Lucius sighs.

"Right, my apologies Kreature. I forgot how much you hate Sirius."

Kreature huffs. "I'd never deliver anything for nasty fleabag old master! New master is much better yes!"

Tom sighs gently as he feels the magic radiating off the letter. "Who's your master Kreature?"

Kreature shakes his head. "Kreature isn't aloud to tell you his name. Says it would ruin his plans. But his elves call him Master Death or Master Azrael depending on the elf." He snickers quietly. "Master Death hates how his elves refer to him saying that we should call him by his name but we say no! It's a great privilege to have his power! We acknowledge it!"

Lucius nods. "Thank you Kreature."

Tom smiles gently once his mates sit down. They wait anxiously for him to open the letter, wanting to feel the magic he had described earlier.

Tom's smile grows as he continues to read. "Well, I have an alias we can call him now."

Severus cocks his eyebrow. "Well?" He drawls, urging the Lord to continue.

"Trepas, he says that we can call him Trepas." Tom finishes as he continues to read the letter. "He's a true Grey Lord choose by death itself it seems. He's invited me and my most trusted to watch as he and his Masquerade's take down the Veela trade ring." He relays to his mates.

Lucius flinches slightly at the mentioned of the ring but he doesn't say anything.

"His three, I'm guessing most trusted, will be there. Their names are Avenir, Malheur and Malin. Weirdly enough his body does not age but he's in his late twenties." He glances up when he hears Kreature stifle a laugh. He looks back down and continues reading the letter. As he does so his eyes grow wide.

"Kreature?..." He calls, his voice quiet and unsure.

"Yes Dark one?" Kreature responds with a tilt of his head.

"Do you know if your master is a creature?... And if he's met his mates?.." He sees Lucius and Severus give him a look but he doesn't say anything to them yet.

The elf nods. "Yes Dark one. Master Death is a creature and has three mates. He hasn't said who his mates are but it's clear he knows them. His creature is a Kitsune. He hasn't said much about his mates however it appears that he's happy with who they are despite not being with them."

Tom's face twists into one of shock, a constant thought running through his head. "If he's our mate and he knows why hasn't he come to us?"

He looks over at his confused lovers. "He's... He's our mate.. that's why his magic feels so familiar... He..."

Lucius and Severus are equally shocked and confused. "What? But.. of he's our mate, and he knows, why hasn't he come to us? He's our submissive right? Isn't it painful for him?"

Kreature shakes his head from the corner as he takes a few steps closer. He knows he shouldn't tell them but considering his master hadn't told him no... he was gonna. "Master... It takes him quite a lot for him to be in pain... He came home one day with a large gash across his neck bleeding out and he showed no signs of being in pain. He's not immune as Kreature have seen him in pain once but it takes a large build up for it to start effecting him.." The elf sighs softly. "Kreature knows it hurts him to be away from you three, more so mentally and emotionally then physically. He sees one of you often so that helps but he's constantly in some form of pain..."

His frown deepens. "Kreature is aware that if he could he would be with you all in an instant. However, he has responsibilities... He cannot simply just up and leave them to be with you."

Severus growls under his breath. "Yes he can!!! He's choosing not too! Why!?"

Tom nods. "While I agree, please try to keep calm Sev." He sighs gently. "Why are his responsibilities getting in the way?"

Kreature's frown deepens. "They aren't. He's just being stubborn. He's scared he won't be what you all want or need. He'd be able to bear his burdens better by your sides but he's afraid he won't be enough for you or that you'll throw him aside.. he's as fragile as he is insane."

More Information

Chapter Summary

Kreature continues to be not so subtle when giving out information. Unfortunately for him his masters mates are complete idiots and won't full listen.

Chapter Notes

Thanks for the kudos 3

Severus sighs gently from his seat. "Great. Another insane mate."

Tom huffs quietly. "I wasn't that bad!!!"

Lucius and Severus look between each other then back to Tom, each with an eyebrow raised. "Really?"

Tom rolls his eyes. "Fine... Maybe I was a little bad." He turns his attention back to Kreature. "I know you aren't aloud to tell us some things but what can you tell us? What he looks like? Personality? Anything?"

The corners of Kreature's mouth lift slightly, glad that they're at least trying to get information out of him. He nods. "Master has dark brown hair and green eyes. A very specific shade of green." He hopes they catch onto what he's implying. "Master's personality varies depending on who he's with. I haven't seen my masters true personality in a long long time. Back then... He was kind, very kind to all things no matter the affinity. He has a dark grey core and leans naturally into soul magic, parselmagic, and necromancy. He often changes his looks when he goes about. He holds many seats in the Wizengamot. When amoungst lords and ladies his appearance is one with white hair and purple eyes. He says that's what he prefers over his natural appearance."

Tom nods. "Who in the Wizengamot looks like that?"

Lucius thinks for a moment then his eyes light up. "Lord Perevell does. Some members have taken to calling him the Grey Lord due to his constant neutral stance, I thought it was just a joke."

Tom nods. "Good. At least we know who he is now. I had my suspicions but I'm glad they're confirmed."

Kreature nods. "Be careful with my master. I do not wish to see him hurt."

Lucius smiles fondly down at the elf. "We will, we promise. He's willing to meet soon right?"

Kreature nods again. "Yes. But don't let him know you know he's your mate. It might frighten him."

Tom nods. "Thank you Kreature. Does Trepas expect a response tonight?"

Kreature shrugs. "Kreature was told to wait for a response. Kreature assumes he'd like one tonight. Put some of your magic into it as well, it comforts him."

Tom smiles gently. "I will, thank you for all the information."

Kreature nods. "You're welcome." There's something small lifting the corners of his mouth but if anyone notices they don't say a thing.

Lucius smiles softly. "Maybe I could try to get closer to him? Just test out the waters a little? We know who he is now so should we really wait?"

Severus sighs gently. "Luc, Kreature just said us knowing might scare him. We don't want to scare him."

Lucius huffs. "Why would we scare him! We're his mates! And he knows! Why can't we be with him?! This doesn't make sense!"

Tom sighs gently, getting out some parchment to write a letter. "I don't know. Maybe he's had bad experiences in the past?"

Kreature rolls his eyes from his corner. "Stupid stupid stupid! I basically told you who he was!? Extremely specific green eyes!? Parselmagic!?" "Stupid stupid stupid creatures." He grumbles under his breath. "Don't deserve my master."

"But, regardless, we need to approach him carefully. We can't scare him. He could very well flee if we do." Tom continues, not having heard Kreature.

Severus nods in agreement. "Yes, he could." He looks at Lucius. "Could you tell us more about him? From things you've seen?"

Lucius grumbles quietly. "Why would he flee? Wouldn't rejecting us kill him?" He sighs softly. "Lord Perevell seems extremely closed off. He hasn't talked to many in the Wizengamot despite receiving many invitations to parties, galas, and the like. They aren't his cup of tea I believe." He pauses for a second, trying to think of more. "Dumbledore talks to him a lot. I've noticed Lord Perevell's eye twitching everytime he does so, he doesn't seem fond of the old goat."

Tom nods. "Just call him Trepas for now, Lord Perevell is a mouthful darling."

Kreature nods from the corner. "Yes yes it is. His full title is more of a mouthful." He grumbles, remembering how his master made him call him by his full title before he earned his respect.

"What's his full title?" Severus questions the elf while Lucius tries to think of more information.

Kreature pauses for a moment, unsure if he's aloud to state his full title or not. He nods, deciding there was nothing in the rules keeping him from saying Hadrian's full title. "Lord Perevell-Potter- Black-Gryffindor-Slytherin-Gaunt."

The mates eyes widen. "What!?"

"How is he Lord Slytherin!? I'm Lord Slytherin! And Gaunt!? Gaunt doesn't have an heir or lordship!?" Tom growls.

Kreature shakes his head. "Kreature cannot say how." He knew in their shock over the last four that they had completely missed him saying Potter.

Lucius sighs. "Can you at least tell us how he's Lord Gryffindor? That line died out years ago."

Kreature nods. "Yes sir. One obtains the Gryffindor lordship by the sword. If the sword appears and allows them to use it it deems them worthy and the lordship automatically transfers, no matter blood, magic, or affinity."

Severus' eyebrow raises. "The sword of Godric Gryffindor?" With a nod from the elf he continues. "The swords in the school. It hasn't left. Dumb as a door would know if it did."

Kreature nods. "That is correct. The sword has never left the school."

Tom shakes his head. "But that doesn't make sense. Wouldn't that mean Trepas is a student? There's no students with his appear are there?"

Severus shakes his head. "No, they're aren't any students with white hair and purple eyes."

Kreature sighs, shaking his head. "My master is a metamorphmagus. Lord Perevell's form is just the one he prefers. He must wear his own skin almost always unfortunately."

Lucius sighs. "That would explain it then."

Severus leans back into his chair, signing heavily. "This is a disaster."

Tom and Lucius nod in agreement. "It is."

As quiet settles over the room Tom starts working on the next letter.

The Kitsune and The Vampire

Chapter Summary

Hadrian was out in his kitsune form and a certain vampire happens to find him.

Chapter Notes

Sorry for an errors this story isn't edited or proof read 3

Hadrian yips happily as he rolls around in the dark grass of the forbidden forest. It was past midnight, meaning it was much past curfew but Hadrian didn't care. He needed to get out of the castle before he killed someone. It was terribly hard for him to surpress his creature instincts. He practically died everytime he had potions or saw the famous dungeon bat in the halls. Which is why he's outside practically freezing to death in the cold night air in his Kitsune form.

He's a Seishin Kitsune or a Spirit Kitsune in more simpler terms. He helps lost souls cross over and brings judgement to the worst ones. The worst ones he loves to torment first as it's in his nature. He looks sadly down at his two silver tails with emerald green on its tip and streaks of purple flowing throughout it. His paws looked the same having the green color around the base and purple streaks flowing upwards. His ears were a tad different, having the emerald like the rest but instead of the streaks he has extra fluff atop his ears in purple.

Even in his kitsune form he still has those stunning Avada Kadabra green eyes. Oh who he wishes he had more tails, however he just wasn't old enough yet. He had spent two hundred years in the spirit world before Death forced his return, hence the two tails.

Kitsune gain one tail every hundred years. His original plan was to wait the full thousand years for all his tails to come in before returning to the mortal plane but Death was insistent that it was time.

Hadrian rolls quickly around in the grass once more before he hops up. He had heard the familiar crack of aparation nearby. At first it had frightened him that was until the familiar scent of ashwood and blood flooded his nose, the subtle scents of apples, hibiscus, fire, and books with it as well. "Mate." His creature screamed inside his head. Hadrian blinks a few times before hoping his mostly silver body atop the closest rock, instincts forcing him to look his best for his mate who was about to pass.

He posed elegantly from his rocky perch, silver fur shimming softly in the moonlight. His human mind screamed that this was a bad idea however his creature side didn't care, fully wanting to show himself off to his mate.

His green eyes peered softly at Severus as he walks closer. His mate had his nose buried in a book about Kitsune and their mating rituals. This made his creature purr with excitement. He yips softly before he could stop himself causing the vampire to freeze in his tracks.

His tails flick happily as he notices the elder sniffing the air for his scent. He just hoped it was as

pleasing to the vampire as the vampire's was for him. He yips softly again, Severus' eyes snapping towards him.

"Mate." The vampire growled out lowly. The kitsune purrs happily at the recognition, tails swinging more happily almost in a taunting manner.

Severus slowly walks closer, not wishing to scare him. Once he realizes the kitsune made no move to run away he picks up his pace. Hadrian's green eyes blink up at the man standing above him. He lifts his head upwards in an attempt to show the vampire that gaining his favor wasn't going to be easy.

He made no move to submit like his creature was screaming at him to. He growls playfully before jumping off the rock when the vampire attempted to reach for him. His tails flick up then back and forth for a moment.

The vampire growls quietly back, annoyed slightly that he hadn't submitted. He takes a few steps closer to the small creature, book held tight in his hands.

Hadrian yips then just before Severus is in front of him again he takes off running, the vampire running not too long after.

He yips happily a few times, snout still high in the air as he weaves in and out of the trees. His small body weaves expertly whereas his vampire was having a bit of a hard time dodging in between the trees, barely having enough space at some point.

Severus growls softly when he swears he hears the kitsune let out a soft giggle like sound. The pair ran for what seemed like hours. Severus let's out a breath when the kitsune in front of him finally stops. He looks around, eyes widening when he realizes the kitsune had lead him straight to his quarters. "Does this mean I'm worthy?" He asks the small creature who was currently breathing quite heavily.

Hadrian sticks his nose further on the air, his creature side deciding that since he hadn't caught him then no he was not deemed worthy yet. Severus sighs. "Will you at least join me for a fire call with our other mates?"

Hadrian looks up at the vampire, eyes wide and doe like. Before his rational mind could shake his head no his creature side had taken over yet again and nodded in agreement.

Severus smiles gently. "Good. I'm sure they'll be happy to see you." He whispers the password to his quarters for the tapestry swings aside.

Hadrian quickly waltz in like he owns the place. His nose still sticking up as he looks around the room. The tapestry had opened to a large office space, a desk in the back centre of the room with a row of bookcases covering the back wall. There was tucked in the left corner near the entrance that Hadrian assumes leads to his private potions lab due to all the smells coming from there. He sneezed softly at the abundance of smells. He always sneezed around so many smells, it's part of the reason he sucks at potions.

After he sneezes a second time from the smells he slightly backs away from the corner. As he looks around a bit more he notices a large fireplace and sitting area about twenty or so feet from the desk. The fireplace and sitting area were on the right wall which is found fitting for the space. Across the room from the sitting area was another door which Hadrian assumes leads to his mates sleeping quarters.

Hadrian nods softly, his creature having deemed these quarters worthy for his mate. Of course Severus should be surrounded by luxury like he deserves but this was okay for the time being. He'd have to bring Severus to Perevell manor one day with the rest of his mates. Yes, they'd flourish there and be protected like the gems they are.

While Hadrian was too busy evaluating the living space he hadn't noticed Severus starting the fire call.

Fire Call

Chapter Summary

Hadrian's first fire call with his mates though Sev does all the talking

Chapter Notes

I know these chapters are kind short so I'll try to make them longer in the future 3

"Sev?" Tom's voice calls through the fire. His voice is deep and hazy with sleep, Lucius next to him seemingly just as tired.

His voice causes Hadrian's head to jump to the fire. "You won't believe who I just had to chase the entire way back to the castle." The vampire shoots a playful glare over to the kitsune who was out of line of the fire.

Hadrian yips quietly shooting back an equally playful glare. He huffs softly, a small poof of smoke coming from his nose.

Severus tenses slightly. "Right, my apologies. I'd prefer not to be set on fire."

Hadrian nods, tails flicking softly as if contemplating it. He sends a mischievous grin over to Severus.

"No, no, no, don't you dare-" Severus says just before a puff of bright blue foxfire shoots infront of the fire place.

"Oh Merlin/Morgana!" Lucius and Tom exclaim as the see the fire fly past. Severus laughs softly once it disappears. "I'm fine, don't fret." He reassures his mates. He shoots a small glare at the kitsune. "So mean. You shouldn't shoot fire at me you know."

The mates grow more confused as they hear a yip from somewhere in Severus' room. "Sev, darling? What's going on?"

Severus turns his attention back to the fire, a smile plastered on his normally grouchy face. "Come little kitsune, don't you wanna say hi?" He gestures softly for the kitsune to come over.

Lucius and Tom's eyes widen. It took all Lucius had to not start squealing right at that moment.

Hadrian huffs. "As if!" He turns his nose up, continuing to ignore the two in the fire.

Severus huffs. "Come now, don't be like that. Just for a moment? Please? So they don't think I'm crazy?"

Hadrian huffs again but agrees. He nods his furred head gently and trots over, showing off his luscious fur despite his other two mates not being able to see the color. He wasn't even sure if the

mate bond would awaken over fire call. He trots happily back and forth in front of the fire, showing himself off for a moment before he jumps out of the surprised mates view.

"He's... Certainly something?" Tom says as Lucius chuckles. "He looks absolutely devine Severus, where did you find him?"

Severus grins at the small kitsune, he could tell he was happy with the praise. "I found him in the forbidden forest. He made me chase him all the way back here, unfortunately I didn't catch him."

"Even with your vampire speed?" Tom questions.

Severus nods. "Unfortunately, the little trickster kept weaving through the trees." He chuckles softly at the glare he receives from the creature.

Lucius' laughter had finally calmed down after a moment. "Will he be staying with you tonight? Perhaps we could come over and he could give us a chase as well."

Severus looks over, a hopeful look in his eyes. "Well little trickster?"

Hadrian shakes his head. As much as he'd love nothing more it was far too late for them. Even with their creatures active he'd knew they'd still be too exhausted to put up a proper chase and he wanted it done right. A illusion of the moon appears above his head in an attempt to assure his mates that while he likes (read; absolutely loves) the idea of was far too late.

Severus nods, a look of admiration in his eyes. He turns back to his lovers. "I believe he likes the idea but he thinks it's far too late to perform a chase now. I believe he can tell just how tired we are."

Lucius nods. "Another night soon then. Perhaps tomorrow?"

Hadrian concedes, assuming the bond worked through fire call with how eager Lucius is. He nods his softly as he trots back into view. His tails flick happily as he trills softly, a noise he'd never known himself to make before. He looks away embarrassed, he was sure if he'd been in his human form his face would be as red as a tomato.

Severus laughs softly. "I'm glad you're so eager, perhaps you'd be willing to give me a second chance?" His voice was full of hope.

Hadrian sticks his nose in the air playfully, giving an air of arrogance as he looks at the vampire from over his shoulder. He appears to be taunting him in a way, almost asking "Do you think you're worthy?"

Tom laughs softly at the kitsune's antics. He yawns softly before he sees Severus shoot him a glare. "It's quite late darlings, we should all be getting some rest. I have a feeling you'll have a long day ahead of you Sev. A long night ahead of us too."

Severus sighs gently then chuckles. "I suppose we will." He looks down at the kitsune in front of him. "Shall you be staying for the night?"

Hadrian huffs before trotting out of view of the fire. That clearly ment he was not.

Severus chuckles a little more. "I apologize, I hadn't mentioned to offend your modesty." He sighs gently and gets up as the kitsune sits at his door. "Goodnight little trickster. I hope you'll grace is with your presence tomorrow."

Hadrian nods, a looking in his eyes saying "Yeah you better be sorry." He gives the vampire the fox equivalent of a grin before dashing down the hall after the door was opened.

Severus sighs happily as he sits down back at the fire. "He seems quite happy to be our mate, and surprisingly willing. He let me get close enough to touch him in the forest before he started the chase."

Tom grins. "Good, I cannot wait to meet him myself."

Lucius nods. "I can't either. I've met Lord Perevell once before if only briefly and I must say he seems so much happier and freer around us. I do hope the courting process won't be long, I want to snuggle that fluffy looking fur of his now."

Severus laughs softly. "I understand. I was so close to touching him then he just jumped away. I was a tad annoyed I couldn't feel just how soft his fur is."

Tom chuckles gently at their antics. He lets them ramble for a moment before asking his question. "What are his colors? I noticed he was practically almost all light colored on the fire."

Severus Snickers quietly as he shakes his head. "No. I'm not telling you, you'll have to find out tomorrow." He grins widely, showing quite a bit of fang as his mates groan.

"Please Sev?" Lucius begs, his voice soft.

Severus shakes his head. "No. You'll be fine till tomorrow. I won't ruin the surprise. I'll say though, his colors do truly match his royal aura." He chuckles. The pair in the fire grumble before nodding. The three say their goodnights then shut off the call.

The only thing that was on his mind as Severus fell asleep that night was the enchanting color of his new mates eyes. They were deep pools of killing curse green and he could not get them out of his mind. A lingering sense of familiarity washed over him as his mind drifted to sleep he wondered where he had seen that color of eyes before.

Classes or lack there of

Chapter Summary

Hadrian has potions in which he startles the professor then has a lovely run through the forest

Chapter Notes

Good Hermione? Bad Hermione? Thoughts?

Hadrian grumbles quietly as he walks into the potions classroom. Last night had taken more out of him then he expected. When he got back to his dorm he had the hardest time sleeping, having laid awake until three. The only thoughts across his mind that night were about his mates. He hadn't even noticed the lack of a response from Tom.

Neville smiles shyly next to him. "I take it something good happened?" He asks as they sit down.

A small blush comes across Hadrian's cheeks. "I... Yeah.. something good did happen however I'm bloody exhausted now. I'll probably end up skipping the rest of my classes today. I've got a long night ahead."

Neville nods. "No problem mate. I'll cover for ya." He pats his friends back. "Are you and the others still on for the raid this weekend?" He asks in a low whisper.

Hadrian only nods. His sniffs the air, his nose flooding with the smell of potions and their ingredients. He was little disappointed he couldn't smell the enchanting smell of his mate. He sighs gently, slowly rubbing his head as the other students file in.

Neville smiles gently. "I'm sure everything will be fine. You know Luna would tell you if something were to go wrong."

Hadrian sighs softly but nods. "Yeah.. little moon would. I know." Despite his friends affirmations he was still worried. Slave traders were always difficult to deal with but Veela ones especially. He heard rumors about how strong this specific branch was which made him even more worried. Sure Luna would know if something were to happen but he couldn't help but fear that something would still go wrong and she wouldn't know.

He keeps his head in his hands until the familiar scent of ashwood and blood fills his nostrils. He slowly lifts his head, not wanting for Severus to see.

Severus stands at the front of the room, his presence commanding the students attention. "We'll be brewing basic healing potions. Do not mess these up. There are ment for the hospital wing. If any of you mess up you will have detention with me this weekend."

Hadrian's creature practically purrs at his mates voice. It was deep and smooth like chocolate and

he absolutely loves it. He could drown in it for hours.

"Instructions are on page 47 of your books. Get to work." The potion master spats as he leans against his desk.

Hadrian and Neville look to each other before Hadrian secretly pulls out the half blood princes book. This had been his secret to passing potions all year. Neville went to collect ingredients according to the instructions in the book.

As he works he could feel the vampire's eyes baring into him, studying him like he's some sort of project. This makes his rational mind a bit ticked off however his creature side preens from the attention. He knew Severus was studying the room, for what he wasn't sure and that just made him more mad.

"Why are you staring at me? Look somewhere else for Morgana's sake."

Hadrian's green eyes lift to look directly into the onyx eyes staring at his. He glares slightly, catching the professor off guard.

Severus didn't know why but the glare the teen had sent reminded him exactly of the glare from his kitsune mate. Their eye shade was exactly the same he noticed. His eyes widen slightly then he shakes his head a little, deciding to walk around the room.

"Absolutely not. That brat is not my mate. It's just a coincidence. He doesn't even have an inheritance."

He thinks as he paces around the room, paying for attention to Hadrian then normal. He noticed that by working with Hadrian Neville was doing a lot better. "Maybe the golden boy brat can make him improve."

Class finally came to an end and Hadrian was more then ready to leave. He bottles up the pinkish read potion and hands it to Neville. "I'm out of here, give this to Snape yeah?"

Neville nods. "Will do."

Hadrian quickly cleans up his supplies and is one of the first to leave the room. He dropped his bag and books off at his dorm before grabbing a slightly smaller bag he had in his trunk. It had some snacks, tales of beetle the bard, and a bottle of water inside. It wasn't big enough for much more but he didn't care. It was just small enough for his kitsune form to carry.

He carefully dodged in-between students as he made his way to the forbidden forest for a nap on his favorite cool rock.

Once he was far enough away he shifted in a whirl of white sparks into his kitsune form. He gently tighten the straps of his bag before taking off again. He ran at high speeds, excited at the prospect of a nice relaxing nap for the long night ahead.

He spent an hour just running about the woods to tire himself out a bit more. He then spent the next five hours sleeping on a flat rock near the river bed. The rock was positioned atop a few more rocks that were similar to steps.

His green eyes opened to the dark of the forest, his stomach grumbling in hunger. He carefully pulled his bag off his small body, digging inside he found what he was looking for which was a nice juice yellow apple. He didn't know why but the yellow ones had always been his favorite.

He munched on the apple happily as he looked around the woods. He had no idea of the time, the leaves providing too much darkness for him to be able to see the sun. His tails flick in silent contentment, hoping his mates would show up soon. He was getting excited now or rather his creature side was. Hadrian himself however? Was incredibly nervous and anxious. He knew if they caught him he was required to shift back, it would be a natural reaction that he wouldn't be able to stop.

He shifts back to his human form for a moment, wondering something. He closes his eyes, focusing on the image of Lord Perevell's appearance in his head. He steadily felt himself grow taller and a bit more muscular. He felt his hair grow out and become a little more curly. His hair slowly reached just below his shoulders in curly waves. He felt the typical shimmer to his eyes as they changed.

Once the change was completed he shifted back to his kitsune form for awhile then back to human. He squealed happily as he felt his hair reach his shoulders again. "So if I shift in Lord Perevell's appearance that's how I'll look when I shift back. Interesting." He carefully walks over to the edge of the lake, looking at his reflection in the water.

Sure enough, his appearance as Lord Perevell had lasted the shift. This was going to make things so much easier for him. He knew he'd get rejected if his mates truly knew who he was. After all, his mates are famous golden boy haters. No matter what they say.

Preparing for the Chase

Chapter Summary

Hadrian and Luna prepare for the upcoming chase.

Chapter Notes

Who should Luna be with? Any ideas?

Hadrian yawns softly as he lazily sits upon his rock. He didn't know why but the cold smooth surface always relived the tension from his sore muscles. His soft silver fur shimmers in the minimal light that floods through the cracks.

His lifts his head gently as he smells the familiar scent of pure magic. He yips happily as he notices a slightly smaller kitsune walking towards him. "Luna!" He exclaims happily in kitsune tongue.

Luna nods. "Hello brother." Her small form jumps onto the rock, nuzzling his fur softly. Her fur looks incredibly similar to his, having the same silver color though hers is more white and has powder blue tips and pale yellow highlights.

Her grey eyes look him up and down, making sure he was ready for the chase tonight. "Are you excited?"

Hadrian nods. "So much." He nudges the satchel towards her. Luna takes a few berries out of it great fully.

"They're going to catch you." She warns, hoping her brother in all but blood has a plan.

Hadrian gives her a foxy smile. "I know little moon. They're too stubborn to not. I just hope all this is worth it... I don't wanna loose them like last time."

Luna nods sadly. "I know dear brother. I do not know if you will but I have a good feeling that you won't. Things will be different this time."

Hadrian nuzzles her softly in thanks. "Thank you little moon. Do you know when they're gonna be here?"

Luna looks around for a moment. "Possibly soon. It's just nearing nightfall. The twins were concerned when you didn't show up for dinner but I assured them that you were fine."

Hadrian blinks for a second then chuckles. "Those two, always the worry warts." He sighs sadly. He was grateful the twins hadn't turned out like Percy or their younger siblings. He didn't know what he'd do if he lost them. They were as dear to him as Luna. The four were siblings in all but blood, though he had a feeling that would change soon.

Hadrian's head shoots up as he hears the familiar sound of apparation in the distance. It was so far

away that the sound was almost non-existent. He growls quietly, the scents too far away for him to be able to tell who they are.

He quickly curls around Luna, not wanting her to run off and get hurt if these people were dangerous.

Luna chuckles softly as he snuggles into her brothers fur. "Always so protective." She purrs contently as Hadrian snuggles her close. She gently licks the side of his face, hoping to get him to calm down. Her single tail wraps around him gently, hoping to provide more comfort. "Hadrian, calm down. It's just your mates."

Hadrian shakes his head. "It could be trouble. Besides, if they were my mates I would've smelled them."

Luna chuckles at her brothers obliviousness. "They're looking for you where Snape found you last time brother. They're far from here. Call for them and they'll come." She carefully unwinds herself from her brothers grasp. She growls quietly when Hadrian whined in protest. "I'll go find them. You stay here and look your best like you should." She gave him a playful shove before she bounds off into the trees, her slightly flowing figure fading over time.

Hadrian growls quietly after her, more of a grumbly growl meaning that he does not approve of her idea. He huffs softly as he lays against the rock. He sets his head gently on his paws, wondering how long it how take considering how stubborn his mates are.

He sighs in content, despite being worried about the whole outcome of this he's also very excited. His inner kitsune was purring happily at the thought of finally being with his mates, despite how long he was going to drag out the courting process.

He was not going to make it easy on them that's for sure. It was more so for himself then anything. He couldn't risk loosing them again, not after it hurt so much last time...

Flashback~

Hadrian runs quietly through the dandelion fields, laughing happily all the way. He had never been happier and he was excited to finally show his mates who he was. His mates were hot on his tail, about to catch up and finally end the chase. Typically kitsune's held the chase rite first but Hadrian had did it last, wanting to have their trust before he revealed himself.

He laughs joyously as sharp claws grab his small frame. They did it, they finally caught him. His laughter grows as he shifts back, holding onto Tom tightly. "You did it!!! You finally caught me!!" He pulls back, excited to see the joyous look on his lovers face. He gasps when he looks into those crucio red eyes, nothing but hatred and anger filling them.

"Tom?..." He asks hesitantly, yelping when the male drops him. "T- Tom?" His voice was scared and unsure now.

The dragon turns away, anger and hatred radiating off him. "How dare you! How dare you do this! How dare you lead me on and pretend you're my mate!!"

"T- Tom-" The kitsune could feel his whole world crashing down.

--

The first rejection hurt the most, the second hurt even more. He was just thankful Lucius had accepted him. At least he could have one mate, even if he wouldn't have him for long. The double rejection was slowly killing him and he knew it.

He looks up at Lucius. "When... When I'm gone, promise me you'll stay with them?"

"Wh- what?" Lucius looked down in worry at his young lover. "Darling, you aren't leaving me.."

Hadrian shakes his head. "Lucius, just promise me."

Lucius nods, soft tears falling down his face as he holds Hadrian closer. "I will... I promise. No matter how much it may hurt I'll stay."

Hadrian smiles gently at the blonde. "Thank you... You have made me so so happy..." His hand gently wipes away the veela's tears. "You have made me the happiest anyone has ever Luc. I will miss you for eternity."

"Eternity is far too cruel for you my dear... Stay with me." Lucius says as he holds Hadrian's hand to his face.

Hadrian shakes his head. "Luc, you know I can't. As much as I would absolutely love too... My time is slowly coming to an end. Tell the others I don't blame them okay? I never have... Even when it hurt the most I could never blame them.." His voice was slowly becoming quieter.

Lucius shakes his head. "You should! You should balme them! They're killing you!"

Hadrian sighs gently, shaking his head again. "I can't... I knew it would turn out this way. They hate me far too much to accept our bond.."

Flashback over~

Hadrian whimpers quietly, the memories too much for him. He shakes his head as he uses his paw to whip the tears from his eyes. He'd cry over his last life later, right now he needs to make things right in this one.

He slowly sits up, wrapping his tail around his paws as he gazes into the moonlit water below. "I should collect some moon water for Sev, he'd appreciate it. And definitely some basilisk parts from the chamber. Tom would like the books... Lucius, he'd definitely enjoy some jewelry from the family vault."

He giggles softly, the tip of his tail twitching with his excitement. He couldn't believe he was already preparing courting gifts. Damn, he has it bad. "Oh well." He eats a berry from his bag as he waits patiently.

The Chase

Chapter Summary

Lucius, Severus, and Tom finally arrive.

Luna yips excitedly as she finally sees the three mates. She sits gracefully ten feet in front of them her head tilted, curious of what their reaction will be.

Severus nods at her. "Hello there. You're not our mate."

She shakes her head and yips as she stands up.

Lucius slowly walks closer. "Hello, does he want us to follow you?"

She nods before slowly walking towards the lake. She hears the three men following behind her.

Tom has a small excited smile on his face as they follow the smaller kitsune. Severus and Lucius are sporting matching grins. "Do you think she's apart of his pack?" Lucius asks as he looks Luna up and down.

Severus nods. "Probably, they look they they could be siblings. Her coloring is a lot lighter then Trepas' though."

Tom nods. "So he's brightly colored then?"

Severus nods. "I wouldn't say brightly but definitely exotic." He sighs gently, more then ready to start the chase. "He's certainly a sight... He's absolutely beautiful."

Luna trills happily as she hears the dungeon bat call her brother beautiful. She couldn't be happier about her brothers mates, she knows they'll treat him well regardless of his identity.

Severus chuckles at the small kitsune. "Seems I have her approval."

Luna nods, tail flicking softly. The entire way back to the lake she heard Severus say nothing but good things about her brother. It made her glow a little more with each compliment she heard about him.

She giggles softly once the lake comes into view. She knew they smelled Hadrian has they all three muttered the same word, "Mate." She walks over to were Hadrian is sitting perched on his rock like some royal.

"Looking elegant as ever dear brother." She says in kitsune speak, though they could speak english it was so much fun to make people think they couldn't.

Hadrian nods. "Thank you little moon." He responds then jumps down. He carefully looks her over for any wounds just to be safe. When he finds none he trills happily and nuzzles her softly. "Be safe on the way back little moon. I'll be there by morning."

Luna nods. "I will be brother. Don't worry. Now, go have your fun. You've got three very eager

mates." She Snickers as she glances behind to see the three mates who were growing slightly impatient.

Hadrian laughs softly. "Oh yes, they're very impatient." He nuzzles her gently again before slowly back up.

Luna gently bows to him before trotting into the woods. She knew she didn't have to bow and Hadrian was most definitely going to lecture her about it later but it was good to show his mates that he has a high standing of power.

Hadrian huffs softly at Luna's retreating figure. He can tell by her body language she holds no remorse for bowing at his feet like some slave. He carefully jumps back onto his rock, tail elegantly placed across his paws as he stares at his mates.

Severus was the first to move, having done this before. He slowly walks towards the kitsune, his steps soft yet purposeful. He stops two feet on front of the rock not wanting to get too close too soon.

Hadrian nods at him, deciding he chose a good distance. He looks back at the other two. His eyes trail slowly along Lucius' wings. He could tell the cream colored feathers were soft, he didn't know how he just knew. His wingspan was rather large at twenty feet meaning he was a dominant just like Tom who also had a large wingspan. His wingspan was twenty four feet, his being larger then Lucius' ment he was the head.

Tom's wings were that of the dragon variety and were covered in beautiful black scales that shimmered like the rainbow in the moonlight. He wasn't sure out of Severus and Lucius who was second head but he figured it was Severus just by his general demeanor.

Tom was the next to move, his steps a bit firmer them Severus' but still soft. He stopped a bit further back then Severus causing the kitsune to nod. Tom exhales softly when he realizes it was the right choice.

Lucius had a soft spring in his step as he walks over. His steps were soft and had a bit of a bounce. He stopped beside Severus but a foot in front. Hadrian trills happily when he sees that Lucius was a bit more forward.

He softly jumps off the rock, landing without a sound. He slowly walks circles around his mates, focusing more attention on Lucius then the other two. He circled around the group five times before standing in front of them, his tails swishing excitedly. He closes his eyes and takes a moment to inhale each of their scents. Severus smells of ashwood and blood, Lucius of apples and hibiscus, and Tom of fire and books.

Tom smiles wide. "Severus was right, you truly are beautiful."

Hadrian was sure if he could he would blush. Instead he flutters his eyelashes softly as he looks to Lucius, practically begging for more compliments.

Lucius chuckles softly. "The most beautiful creature I have ever seen. Your eyes are absolutely stunning precious."

Hadrian keens softly at the praise, his head tilting a little higher as he looks at the three of them. His eyes linger on Lucius the most. He was silently hoping the blonde would be the same kind man he remembered. His tails softly beckon Lucius over, a hint of mischief in his eyes.

Lucius slowly walks over, unsure of what the small creature had planned. Just as he leans down to

per Hadrian's head he bolts. Just as Lucius reaches out Hadrian sprints through his legs and into the forest, dodging in and out of tree just to mess with his mates.

He lets out happy yips as he hears his mates running behind him. They were quite a bit away but that was fine, he knows they'll catch up. He runs them in a large circle around the lake before pausing for a moment so they could catch up a little. Once they were within twenty feet he bolts again.

He squeaks a little as he steps into a large puddle. His eyes grow more mischievous as he hears his mates get closer. He jumps out of the puddle and ducks behind some trees as he waits.

"Where is he?" Tom asks as he sniffs around. "We couldn't of lost him already."

Severus shakes his head. "No, he's close. I smell him."

Lucius nods in agreement, looking around for their small mate on the dark.

While there all busy looking Hadrian jumps out from behind the tree and into the large puddle, effectively getting all three of his mates wet. Sure they weren't soaking but they were decently wet.

He rears back then slams his front paws into the water again once his mates look at him. He yips happily as he weaves in-between their legs. In an effort to catch him they end up tangled together, forcing them all to fall into the water.

Hadrian purrs proudly as he looks as his three mates who were now covered in muddy puddle water. He snickers as he takes off running again. He hears the three arguing quietly as their trying to get up. He couldn't help but feel proud at his actions. The chase wasn't ment to be easy and it certainly wasn't.

He yelps, startled, as Severus suddenly appears in front of him. He quickly turns around only to find Tom guarding that way. He looks around quickly, unsure where Lucius was gonna come from.

After a moment, the two steadily growing closer, he turns around again and dashes between Severus' legs causing him and Tom to bump heads as they both reached for him at the same time.

He makes a mad dash back to the shallow lake they started at. He hadn't seen any signs of Lucius and he frowned a little, wondering where the blonde was. He could hear the two running behind him again both gaining speed rather quickly.

He wasn't sure how long he had been running at this point but it certainly felt like he had been running for an entire day. He had the two mates chasing him between thin and thick trees, across puddles, through herds of horses, and even around the lake many times. Yet despite all the time that had past he hadn't seen another sign of Lucius, this caused him to whimper softly, wondering if he was going to be rejected again.

He pauses in the middle of a semi darkened clearing, the skies telling him it was in the early hours of the morning. Hadrian looks around worriedly for any sign of the Veela hoping he hadn't gotten in any form of trouble. He sniffs the air softly, the scent of apple and hibiscus far away, he whimpers more. He feels his ears go back, flattening against his head.

He shakes his head, despite his worry he still has two mates chasing after him. He couldn't simply stop and wait for the Veela no matter how much he and his creature side want too.

He whimpers softly again before running in small circles around the clearing, it anyone it was clear

that it was worried pacing. His trots pick up speed once he smells the two getting close. When they come into view his ears shoot back up, the scent of apple and hibiscus flooding his senses. He looks around, eager to find Lucius.

While he's looking he doesn't even notice the two other dominants sneaking up on him. There we're both approaching from behind yet to the side a little, just out of his view. Hadrian keeps moving though not by much, just few steps here or there as his creature side searches for Lucius.

He yelps as he feels his tails brush against someone's robes. As he goes to whirl around Lucius falls from the skies and lands directly on him.

"Oops? Sorry?"

Clearing Cuddles and Pranks

Chapter Summary

Tom, Lucius, and Severus finally caught Hadrian. They have fun getting to know him a bit kitsune pranks

All that could be heard in the clearing was a soft fit of giggles as the kitsune slowly turned into a man. He laughs softly up at Lucius. "Clever, truly. I didn't think you were going to catch me." He says as he drapes his pale arms around the blonde.

Lucius purrs softly. "Yeah well, we had to have some sort of plan." He looks down into the deep purple eyes below. "You look absolutely stunning."

Hadrian softly rolls his eyes. "Whatever you say." He tilts his head back, white hair flowing into green grass as he looks at his other two mates. "Well? Come on then."

In an instant the pair was tackled again to the ground causing Hadrian to laugh more. He could feel one of them bury themselves into his neck, the other content to cuddling his side, Lucius still laying on top. His kitsune purrs happily, glad to finally have the attention of his mates. He was glad to be mostly running on instinct or else he'd be freaking out immensely.

"Do you go to Hogwarts little tricker?" He hears a deep rumbling voice ask from his neck causing him to come out of his thoughts.

Hadrian nods. "Of course, I certainly am not here to fun." He huffs gently, wrapping his arms around the three of them.

"You don't look like a student?" Tom questions from his side.

Hadrian giggles quietly. "Kitsune magic, I can look however I want no matter the circumstances. Makes things truly convenient." He purrs happily as his mates take turns inhaling his scent. "Yes," He thinks. "This is how it's ment to be. I won't let anything ruin this... And soon enough being Harry Potter won't even be a problem."

Lucius cocks his head. "I thought Kreature said you were a metamorphmagus?"

Hadrian giggles more, shaking his head again. "I love my elf dearly but there are some things he doesn't quite understand. I told him I was a metamorphmagus as he didn't understand the whole kitsune thing. It made things easier to explain."

Lucius nods. "That's understandable." He was surprised that the famously proud black house elf didn't understand something.

"So," Hadrian smirks. "What else did he tell you hm?" He laughs more as he feels them all freeze. "Come now, he's a clever bastard. I'm sure he found a way around my rules way one or another. Besides, I'm still mostly running on instinct. I'll panic about what you know later." He mumbles that last part into Lucius' chest.

Tom nods. As the head dominant it was his job to explain these sorts of things so he does. He

gently relies everything the elf told them, he stumbles a bit when it comes to saying which houses he's Lord of. "He also said that you were Lord Perevell-Black-Gryffindor-Slytherin-Gaunt. I think there was one more? Maybe?"

Hadrian tense a little bit shakes his head, his mates were obviously very oblivious to anything to do with Harry Potter. Oh well, that's a good thing. That means they shouldn't care when Harry Potter suddenly dies. "Yes there is however that one is a surprise for later." He slowly and gently runs his fingers through Tom's hair. Overall they knew quite a bit but the fact that they're all completely oblivious is a very good thing.

"When are you taking down the trade darling?" Severus asks as he nuzzles more into Hadrian's neck, his instincts to bite very strong.

Hadrian thinks for a moment, completely forgetting they knew he was the one sending the letters. "Right." He chuckles. "We're planning it for this weekend, so if there's anyone you want to come they can come then."

Lucius nods as does Tom. "I'll have Narcissa on standby just to be safe."

Hadrian giggles, shaking his head. "Now now, there's no need for that. My own healer is going to be on standby. Besides we'll be going extremely late. It wouldn't be nice to disturb her rest for people she doesn't know." He carefully takes Lucius' face in his hands and nuzzles their noses together. "I appreciate the thought."

Tom huffs quietly. "It would make us feel better if she was. What if something happens your healer can't treat?"

Hadrian huffs softly. "Fine, I'll concede." He says, knowing there's no way they weren't going to make the woman stay up. "I'll just have us set out earlier. The time shouldn't matter to much, maybe ten? The guard numbers are a little higher then but only by like three or four? Yes that should be fine."

As he mumbles quietly about his plans his mates stare intensely at him, all wondering how someone could be so cute when planning something so dangerous.

"Look at his pout!" Lucius whispers to the others who both nod in agreement. Yes, the pout their mate makes when deep in thought was truly adorable. They all stay cuddled in the clearing for awhile, listening to Hadrian ramble on about his plans and talking about varies subjects.

"You know. I'm not going to make this easy on you three just because you caught me." Hadrian suddenly says.

The three chuckle. "We wouldn't have it any other way darling." Tom says as he caresses Hadrian's hand. "Now darling, your name?"

Hadrian's face flushes a bright pink when he realizes they haven't done formal introductions yet. He giggles. "Right, sorry." The smile on his eyes was unmistakable. "Hadrius Perevell, lord of way too many titles. You can call me Hadrian."

Tom nods. "Tom Riddle, I'm the head dominant of our relationship. I apparently hold no titles." He sends a playful glare to Hadrian who giggles more in response.

Severus chuckles at their antics. "Severus Snape, second head, Lord to the Prince line."

Lucius smiles as he rests his chin on Hadrian's chest. "Lucius Malfoy, final head, and Lord to the

ancient and noble house Malfoy." He stares lovingly at his mates. "Unlike these two I know how to do a proper introduction."

Hadrian laughs softly at the jab while the other two look playfully offended. He yelps softly in surprise when he feels paws in his hair. Severus looks up growling a little as does Tom.

He laughs gently at them both then tilts his head back to see Luna in her kitsune form staring at them. "I'm coming little moon don't worry." He gently scratches her head. "I'll head in shortly, I do hope you didn't make our brothers wander out here with you?"

She sends him a mischievous look as her tails flick. Hadrian groans. "Great... Thank you for that little moon. I'll never here the end of it if they get lost! You know they don't travel out here as much as us."

Luna sticks her tongue out before yipping and jumping off his hair.

Hadrian sighs. "I swear to lady magic if she goes and gets them-"

Lucius cuts him off with a sudden question. "You have siblings?"

Hadrian blinks for a second before nodding. He smiles wide. "Yes! They're my pride and joy really, siblings in all but blood though that'll change soon enough. I have one younger sister and two older brothers. Though if we're going by kitsune years I'm older."

Tom nods. "I see, I take it that was your sister?"

Hadrian nods. "Yep! I won't say their actual names cause I dunno if they're comfortable with it but that was little moon, she's the youngest and a heavens kitsune. The other two are absolutely terrible-" As if to prove his point the clearing is suddenly covered in darkness.

"Morgana!!!" Hadrian groans. "So help me!! When I find you two!!!" He yells into the darkness as his dominants shoot up on high alert. "It's okay. They're just messing around. Wait until they deem you three family, it'll only get worse."

He sighs as he peers his eyes around the darkness. "Malheur!!! Malin!!!" He growls quietly, a bit annoyed they ruined his chase date. "Oh I should turn you both green for this!"

The mates have a smirk on their face as they here kitsune's giggling around them. "Avenir. Next time please leave them at the castle." He says to the sliver kitsune who's jumping over his legs. He sighs gently as he gets up. "Well, unfortunately I should go before those terrors get worse." He gently walks over. "I'll see you three this weekend hm?"

Tom nods. "Some of your Masquerade's are family?"

Hadrian nods. "Of course. I highly doubt I would've survived this long without them." He smiles into the darkness. "Okay you two, enough with the darkness. I'm heading back and I really don't want my mates stumbles through the woods on the pitch dark."

Two agreeable yips sound and suddenly the clearing is lit again. Hadrian smiles. "Thank you boys! I'll see you inside." He looks back at his mates. "I hope you're up for a challenge." He says before he suddenly disappears, Luna and the others following after.

Toad.

Chapter Summary

Hadrian and his soul siblings have a wonderful half sleepover on the ROR then a pink toad comes to ruin his wonderful mood.

Chapter Notes

All the warnings for the next chapter y'all- be prepared-

Hadrian giggles giddily as he leans against Luna in the ROR. Her and the twins had decided to drag him there so he could spill all about his not date date. "They are truly wonderful. Honestly, my kitsune gets so high just being near them!" He laughs. "Potions are gonna be a disaster now..." He sighs, the sudden thought ruining his mood.

The twins laugh at his previously love drunk expression. "There," "There," "Little Hadrikins. I'm sure you'll be just fine."

Hadrian huffs. "Easy for you to say! You don't have classes with your mate!"

The twins sigh dramatically. "We know," "Tragic truly," "Oh how we wish we did."

Hadrian rolls his eyes at his brothers antics. "It's fine... Maybe I could have Harry Potter disappear sooner rather than later? Little moon?" He asks as he tilts his head to look at his soul sister.

She thinks for a moment then nods. "Yes. That shouldn't have too dramatic changes. I'll miss you dearest brother."

Hadrian laughs. "What on you on about? You three are coming with me of course!!"

The twins beam at the idea. "Oh yes!!" "We'd love nothing more!!"

Luna seems to ponder for a moment before nodding. "Yes, I suppose daddy won't notice. Hogwarts curriculum truly does nothing for us. We can instead do self study, yes, I think that would work out wonderfully."

Hadrian nods. "Perfect!! I'll make sure everything set up at the manor then!" He snuggles more into his sister's side, his kitsune enjoying the closeness of family. "Everything will be set up by the weekend at the latest. I wanna blow this joint as soon as possible."

At the moment of "blowing it" the twins suddenly speak up, each with a different idea. "I can think of more things you'd love to blow." Fred jokes. "Speaking of blowing things!" George looks back to his twin, both bursting out laughing from the joke and Hadrian's red face.

"Guys!!!" Hadrian huffs, burying his red face in Luna's blonde locks. He rolls his eyes playfully at the duo.

"Anyway," George continues. "We," "Were thinking," "Of doing," "A huge," "Last day," "Prank!" They finish at the same time.

Hadrian chuckles, shaking his head fondly. "Of course you are. You know you don't need my approval. Whatever it is I'm sure it'll be entertaining."

The rest of the night the soul siblings stayed in the come and go room, chatting of their after school plans, Masquerade plans, and other random things until they eventually fell asleep.

--

It was the next morning when everything seemed to go to shit. Firstly Hadrian's magic was giving him trouble. It kept leaking out at the most inconvenient times despite his impeccable hold. It was almost like it was warning him of something to come but he couldn't place what.

Secondly Hadrian had almost ran directly into Severus on the way to the great hall for breakfast. His instincts were leading him as he and Luna were talking in hushed tones. Thankfully Luna had pulled him aside just in time.

And finally, was the worst issue of the entire day. Dolores Umbridge. The pink toad had finally made her appearance three weeks into the school year! Hadrian had hoped he wouldn't have to face her so soon yet here she was in her pink hellish glory.

Hadrian and Luna were giving each other subtle looks from their places at their tables, each knowing that their plans had gotten instantly derailed.

"Fuck fuck fuck!" Hadrian thinks as he tries his hardest to keep a smile plastered on his face as the toad talks. "Why couldn't she have come next year?! Gods!"

He sighs, rubbing his head in his hands. He could feel the concerned looks from the very few Gryffindor Masquerade's.

"Okay. Firstly the raid on the trade still has to go through. Harry Potter's disappearance will have to wait unless I can line it up with one of her detentions? That's it! Make it look like she was attacked (or even better murdered) during detention then that Harry Potter was kidnapped." He nods, a determined look to his eyes as he looks to his friends. Once they see that Hadrian is indeed alright they all turn back to their own doings, wondering what was going through his mind.

The rest of the day went by as usual just with Hadrian trying his best to keep his magic under control. He almost lost it when right at the beginning of defense, Umbridge had assigned him his first attention for "Not greeting loud enough" which was complete bullshit.

He sighs, head in his hands as the lesson continues. He was truly trying his hardest to stay in control. He knew it was a horrible idea to meet all of his mates and this just confirmed it. He felt a dull ache throughout his body accompanied by small shocks and tingles from his magic.

His leg bounces anxiously under the table, trying his hardest to come up with a plan before he suffered this insufferable detention. He looks around the room then sighs, noticing nothing to help him. He glances towards the Slytherin side of the room. He nods subtly to one of his before turning attention back to his book.

"Mr. Potter, please stay after class to serve your detention." Umbridge says as the students begin to pack up.

"Professor, I still have a class. I have care of magical creatures." Hadrian states politely as he

continues to pack up.

Umbridge shakes her head. "That isn't my problem is it? You are to stay behind to serve you detention. I'm sure Professor Hagrid won't mind." The look in her eyes practically dared him to test her.

"Yes Professor." Hadrian nods as he finishes packing up his bag. Soon enough the students file out of the room, all heading to their next class.

"I'll stay behind." Blaise says to Neville. "Wanna make sure he doesn't blow up at her, his tempers incredibly short today." Neville nods in agreement.

"I'll have the others on standby just to be safe. I know he has a plan but it's better to have us here in case things get out of hand."

Blaise nods. "Good idea. You go tell the others, I'll stay here." He pats Neville on his shoulder as thanks as he walks away.

Blaise sighs as he leans against the door. "I hate clean up duty."

No Toad :)

Chapter Summary

Hadrian has some fun but unfortunately not that kind though he wishes

Chapter Notes

Warnings? Right? Not really any, just some gore and Hadrian being slightly sadistic, well I guess the toad too she needs her own warning

Hadrian growls quietly as he feels the all too familiar sensation of the blood quill inking his skin. He hated it, absolutely despised it. However to go on with his plan he knew he'd need a valid reason to do what he was about to. And besides, the blood from the quill would help.

In some ways, he was thankful Death had allowed him to keep his previous body instead of being rewound like the rest of time. This was one of those ways, due to his previous exposure the quill didn't hurt nearly as much as it used to. However it came with the downside of growing completely immune to the pain when he was particularly spaced out which lead to him writing alot quicker therefore getting alot more lines done then necessary.

He sighs as he slowly looks up. "You know, Dolores." He says as he begins to walk over to the pink woman.

"How dare! You are to sit back down right this instant! How dare you refer to me by my first name! You insolent child!" She screeches as Hadrian continues to walk closer.

"Yeah yeah. Let's get on with this shall we?" He clenches the quill tightly in his hand. "Silencio." He states clearly without his wand, the toad's incessant yelling ceasing.

"I'm going to make this quick, 'kay?" He says as he twirls the quill in his hand. "I'm gonna kill you." He plainly states as he looks at the woman. "So pick where you prefer to die or I'll kill you right in the middle of the room."

The toad was still silently screaming. In an attempt to apparently piss of Hadrian more she attempts mulitple wordless spells however none seem to do anything.

"Truly foolish aren't you? You can't even do wordless magic! Pitiful truly." Hadrian snickers as he walks closer to the woman. "So here's what's gonna happen. I'm gonna stick this quill through your heart then summon my master who will deal with you from there. Oh and then I'm gonna call some staff to find your body! I'll say it was tragic when my magic responded poorly to the blood quill." He pouts falsely as he looks the woman up and down. "Let's get on with it."

"Glacius" Hadrian says as she tries to run, her feet suddenly froze to the floor the ice slowly climbing up her legs. "Depulso." He casts wandlessly on the quill causing it to shoot forward and impale itself directly into the middle of the woman's chest, about an inch of the top of peeking out

through Umbridge's pink clothes. "There!" He says happily. "Let's just get death here and you'll go bye bye!!" He giggles before he recites the correct ritual.

"Sanguis servi cum sanguine indigni, Te solum voco dominum adorabo, Veni ad me, o mors!" Hadrian says in Latin as his magic floods the room.

The magic of the ritual flows in tandem with magic of his own. A dull mist coats the floor as the temperature drops, a small frost of ice coating the windows. He looks above Umbridge's body to find the dark blue haired person known as Death, the red eyes glistening in excitement as they peer down at the offering.

"Pleasant, truly." It's feminine voice speaks.

"I hope you enjoy." Hadrian says as he bows his head.

Death chuckles softly. "Thank you, Hadrian. I'm sure Nimue will enjoy playing with her." The deity looks their small servant up and down. "You need to eat more." It suddenly says.

Hadrian huffs. "No I don't! I'm a healthy weight this time!"

Death rolls it's eyes. "And I'm not a god." They laugh softly. "Just try dear. I can't have my most faithful passing because of something as foolish as malnutrition."

Hadrian sighs but nods. "I shall try."

Death nods acceptingly. "I do hope things turn out well for you Hadrian, with the way things are going I think they just might."

Hadrian chuckles, cutting off the god. "But I'm fates favorite chew toy I know. I'll be careful, you won't be loosing me anytime soon."

Death nods again. "Good. There aren't many things you can die from but remember you can still die."

Hadrian gives the god a soft smile. "I'm aware. Shall I see you next week for chess?"

Death grins, sharp fangs protruding slightly from their pink lips. "I wouldn't miss it for the world. I look forward to kicking your ass again."

Hadrian playfully rolls his eyes. "I'm not that bad anymore!"

"Still much worse then I dearest servant." Death says as they stroke their skeletal hand through Hadrian's hair. "Best of luck in your upcoming schemes. This one should go over well." The god says before fading away, the room suddenly going back to normal. The only evidence of them ever existing there being the frost that was lingering along the windows.

Hadrian smiles at where the god was. "Thank you for accepting my summons." He bows respectfully to the empty spot before getting everything in the room set up. He made sure there were no lingering traces of magic or anything of like that could be traced back to him. His wand was still on the desk were Umbridge had it placed, having no evidence on it. He even went as far as to create false memories on his mind.

A large satisfied smirk plays at his lips as he sits back down at the desk, the body of the pink toad propped up against her desk with her feet splayed out on the floor. His sickening grin only grows as he continues to look at the woman. Oh how he wishes he could escape now but things simply

weren't ready yet. If it did unfortunately there would be rather large search party out looking for him, especially with the death of a ministry person.

Without even looking Hadrian casts a kitsune illusion on the scratches on his hand to make them look less prominent then they were. He does a final look around the room before deeming everything in order.

He suddenly screams bloody murder, unaware of the consequences this would have later.

Finding of the Body

Chapter Summary

Hadrian's plan goes right for a change. Well that was until Luna decides to interfere

Hadrian's screams echo throughout the halls, surprising and scaring all who were nearby.

Blaise had rushed in the moment he heard the scream only to sigh at the sight before him. "I'm not even gonna ask." He shakes his head, closing the door behind himself as he leaves. He knows Hadrian wouldn't just up and scream over a dead body unless he had a plan. He honestly wasn't surprised that the toad had been killed. She honestly had it coming with the way she kept antagonizing him during class.

Blaise looks around for a moment before slipping into an empty classroom nearby, not wanting to be caught anywhere near Hadrian right now.

Hadrian smirks at Blaise's back as he leaves. The Slytherin somehow was never surprised when things like this happen. Sure amoungst his friend group he was known to be rather violent, especially with his work, but he would've thought Blaise would've been at least a bit surprised that he had murdered a staff member.

He sighs, turning his attention back to the body in front of him. It takes all his control not to laugh and to actually make a horrified face.

Pomfrey was the first to arrive, the hospital wing being one of the closest places. "Oh dear!" She exclaims as she looks to the body then back at Hadrian.

"I- I don't know what happened!! I swear!!" Hadrian exclaims, tears pooling in his eyes.

Pomfrey nods. "I'm sure you don't dear." She quickly looks him over, running a few diagnostic spells as well. Her eyes widen in horror. "Merlin! Who would do such a thing to a child!" She exclaims as she reads over the recent list of injuries, having noticed the blood quill.

McGonagall was the next to enter, her eyes widening in horror when seeing the body. "What happened here?" She asks, her voice quivering.

Pomfrey looks from the now sobbing Hadrian to McGonagall. "Minerva, you should see this." She says as she hands the elder the parchment. She turns her attention back to Hadrian, slowly taking a calming draught out of her pocket. "Drink this for me dearie, it'll make you feel better."

Hadrian nods, slowly drinking the draught having gaged a little at it's horrible taste. Soon enough the sons stopped coming though there were still tears in the young man's eyes. "I swear. I have no idea what happened! Sh- she was making me w- write lines then suddenly I f- felt really tired and the q- quill was there!"

Madame Pomfrey nods. "I know dear... I believe you. That was a dark artifact Harry. I believe your magic lashed out to help you."

Hadrian slowly blinks up at her. "S- so I won't be going to Azkaban?"

Pomfrey shakes her head. "Goodness no! We cannot punish a child for the magic simply defending themself!"

Hadrian only sobs in relief. This ment he shouldn't have to face a trial and the memories he'll provide should be enough. "Th- Thank you! K was s- so scared! I d- don't wanna go to Azkaban!" He continues softly crying before Pomfrey forces a sleeping draught down his throat, knocking him out like a light.

"This is a delicate situation Poppy." McGonagall says as she looks over the body. "It truly does look like Mr Potter's magic did react to the situation. And his records do show use of the blood quill."

Pomfrey nods. "I'm going to take him to the hospital wing so the poor dear can rest." She says, floating the unconscious boy out of the room walking out as well.

Meanwhile Severus was worriedly pacing his dungeons. He thankfully didn't have class this afternoon or else he wouldn't know what to do. He was sure the other dominants had heard their mates scream but had no idea how to get to and help him.

He rushed over when he heard his floor chime. "Where is he?!" Lucius asks in a hurry, looking around for his submissive who seemed to be in danger.

Severus shakes his head. "I have no idea... I haven't heard anything about anyone being in the hospital wing today."

"What if he wasn't found!?" Lucius' wings were flapping nervously as he paces around the room, Severus sighs.

"Lucius, darling. You need to try and stay calm. Loosing ourselves to our instincts is not going to help our mate." Severus says as he holds his lover close.

As the two relish in each other's arms for a moment they suddenly hear talking from outside Severus' door.

Blaise sighs exhaustedly when he finally manages to find Luna and the twins, for some reason all three being in the dungeons. "Finally there you are!" He exclaims as he runs over, not noticing what they were directly in front of. "Hadrian bloody lost it! He killed the damn toad!"

Luna only giggles, a large smile plastered on her face. "Good! I'm sure Death loved his offering."

Blaise rolls his eyes at the girls cryptic and weird words. "Look, quite frankly I'm grateful she's dead but we need a plan. Whatever one Hadrian has he clearly didn't inform us of."

The twins shrug. "Well," "Are you," "Really surprised?" "Hadrikins has been murderous all day to be honest." George chuckles then takes over talking for them both. "I'm just glad he didn't need to spar with any of us. Cause he's bloody well terrifying when he's murderous."

Fred laughs in agreement, nodding. "Yeah he is!"

Blaise sighs again. "You three aren't taking this seriously! He killed a teacher!! On purpose! We need a solid plan and an escape incase things go wrong."

Luna nods. "I hear your concerns Blaise but don't fret. Lady Luck is on his side as always, Hadrian has a plan. All we have to do is sit back and enjoy the chaos. I've done my part."

The twins nod. "Yep!" "And," "We'll be," "Leaving," "By the," "End of," "The week!" They exclaim happily. "No more distracting school for us!"

Blaise pouts. "Really!? You're just gonna leave me here! To deal with them! By myself!?"

Fred laughs. "Fret not, Neville will still be here. And besides, who says they're staying hm?" They pay the Slytherin's head before walking off down the hall.

Blaise still pouts. "You guys are seriously leaving?" He asks the kitsune girl.

Luna nods. "Yes, but don't fret. As soon as you find your mate Hadrian will break you out as well. It won't do him any good to have all of his people trapped here." She places a comforting hand on Blaise's shoulder. "Things on are schedule as of now. Let's hope they don't mess it up." She says as she glances towards the painting door behind them, a small smirk tugging at her lips. "Come now Blaise. Let's go check on brother dearest. By now I'm sure Madame Pomfrey has knocked him out, you know how much he hates the hospital wing."

The joke had gotten the Slytherin to laugh softly. "Yes I suppose you're right. We better get going before he murders someone else." He jokes as he grabs Luna's hand in a gentlemanly manner.

The two mates were looking at each other, staring wide eyed. "What in Merlin's name?!"

Yeah... Hadrian's screwed.

The Dreamscape

Chapter Summary

Hadrian gets summoned to his dreamscape, Severus talks with Luna, and Hadrian and Lucius are just adorable.

Chapter Notes

Luna: You're my brother in law

Severus: *isn't paying attention*

Luna: That's my brother

Severus: *still isn't paying attention*

Luna: For Merlin's sake you stupid vampire I'm his sister!!!

Hadrian wasn't sure how long he had been in this dream space by himself but it certainly felt like forever. He looks around at the mist covered trees surrounding the clearing, a soft fog covering the ground. He pouts, realizing he was still alone. His mates should've showed up by now.

He sighs gently as he lays against the cool ground. He felt like he'd been here for eternity. One of his mates had disturbed his peaceful slumber and dragged him here and didn't even have the nerve to show up! He huffs, soft wisps of smoke coming from his nose. "Stupid mates. Making me wait here all by myself! How dare they!"

--

Severus looks wide eyed at Lucius. "Do you think?..."

"That the conversation we just heard relates to our mate? I have no doubt." Lucius agrees as he wraps his arms around Severus. "At least we know he's not in danger currently. The girl said he's at the hospital wing right?"

Severus nods. "Yes, I believe so. I recognized the male voices. It was the Weasley twins and Blaise Zabini."

"Blaise?" Lucius questions with a tilt of his head. "Draco's friend?"

Severus nods. "Yes."

Lucius thinks for a moment. "How would Blaise and the Weasley twins know our mate? And who was the girl?"

Severus shakes his head. "I have no idea." He sighs gently as he holds Lucius to him. "I'll go check

on him, it would raise suspicions if you came." He kisses the third dominants head.

Lucius pouts but nods in agreement. "Yes. I suppose you're correct." He slowly lets Severus go, deciding to take a nap to calm his nerves. He watches the man walk out the door before heading to Severus'private quarters. Stripping himself of his now torn shirt Lucius lays down on the bed, quickly falling to sleep.

Severus sighs as he walks down the hall towards the hospital wing. He had been overly anxious and worried ever since hearing his mates scream. He just needed to see him to know he's alright.

Pomfrey wasn't there when he entered, presumably she was in a meeting. As he walks over to the closed curtain bed he sees Luna standing next to it. "Good evening Miss Lovegood."

Luna turns to him, a smile on her face. She snaps her fingers before pulling the curtains back, allowing the vampire to see that his mate was indeed safe. "Good evening brother in law." She chirps happily as she turns her attention back to her sleeping brother.

As Severus looked down he could see something different about the magic swirling around Hadrian. He hadn't even processed Luna's comment. "Is he alright?" He asks as he brushes his hand through the white locks.

Luna nods. She was thankful she studied her brothers appearance hard for times like this. "He's quite alright. No damage besides the damage done for the blood quill." She states as she grabs some gauze from the side. She applies another round of a salve before gently wrapping his hand up.

"Blood quill!?" Severus exclaims in anger, fangs aching slightly.

Luna nods. "Yes. But he'll be alright. This isn't anything that hasn't happened before. My brother has a talent for getting himself into trouble."

Severus nods. "I'm sure." He sighs gently, still running his hand through his mates hair. His creature was still insanely worried for it's mate so he did his best to calm it.

Luna giggles softly. "You can do whatever you need. I know you two are mates. Madame Pomfrey won't be back for awhile if you'd like to bring Lucius and Tom here as well? I'm sure he'd appreciate it... After berating you for doing something so foolish." She giggles softly.

Severus looks for the blonde girl, his gaze studying her. "How do you know?"

Luna giggles more. "I'm his sister silly vampire. I know many many things." She winks playfully before walking towards the door. "You'll have two hours max before Madame Pomfrey comes back. I'll try to stall her if you and your mates need more time." She states clearly before walking out of the room.

Severus sighs gently. He quickly calls the two absent mates too him through their bond. He hums softly to himself as he realizes Luna was the kitsune from the forest, otherwise known as Avenir. "Why would the Lovegood girl participate in something so dangerous." He wonders as he waits for his mates. From his classes he knew the girl was quiet and a social outcast. She never spoke in potions unless it was to answer questions yet apparently she was adept at healing. "Could she be his healer?"

--

Lucius opens his eyes to a large misty space. He quickly shoots up, recognizing this place from

when he, Severus, and Tom were courting. "Tom? Sev?" He calls as he looks around. He jumps a little as he hears russling behind him.

"Lucy! Hi!" Hadrian says as he jumps up. He skips over to the blonde man, looking as healthy as normal. "About time one of you got here! I was so bored! You made me wait forever!" He huffs softly, pouting crossing his arms.

Lucius laughs softly. "My apologies dearest, I didn't know you were here." It took as his self control to not pull the small submissive into his hold. "Are you alright?" He asks as he looks the man up and down. "You scared us to death when we heard your scream.."

Hadrian frowns a little. "I'm sorry my dominant. I didn't realize you three would hear that." He chuckles weakly. "It's nothing to worry over Lucy I promise. I'm perfectly fine, not a smidge of damage."

Lucius nods. "I'm still going to check just to make sure." He states firmly as he paces circles around his mate. Hadrian yelps when his hand is suddenly grabbed. "I thought you said you were fine." He growls lowly as he inspects the scratches made by the quill.

Hadrian whimpers softly at the tone. He was sure that if his creature features were out his ears would've fallen back. "I- I'm sorry... I just didn't want you to worry. Besides, it's fine. All it should leave is a scar. Just another to add to my collection." He laughs, hoping to lighten the mood with a joke only to whimper again at Lucius' expression.

"Darling, a collection of scars is nothing to be proud of." Lucius says, his tone flat. He gently brings the hand to his lips, kissing across the scarring flesh softly. "Will you show me the rest?"

Hadrian tenses at his request. Showing his scars had always been a rough topic for him but even more so now after his adventures with death. He knew there were many he wouldn't be aloud to go into detail about and he didn't wish to worry his dominants with the tales from the rest. He also knew that Tom would be more then terrified with the symbol on the back of his neck, if he knew what it was that is. "M- Maybe one day... We'll see." It wasn't a no but it wasn't a yes either.

Lucius nods in understanding. "May I hold you? Just for bit..." His request was soft and barely heard even in the quiet of the wispy woods. "I don't wish to overstep.." 'But my creature needs you' were the words left to hang in the air.

Hadrian smiles softly. "You were always the gentle one." He states quietly as he gently pulls the strong man to him. "I'm sorry for worrying you so much." He says as he feels Lucius' wings wrapping around him.

Lucius chirps happily as he holds his mate close, glad he was the first to gain physical affection even if it wasn't quite physical. "You have nothing to apologize for dearest. I'm just glad you're mostly uninjured."

Hadrian giggles softly from the feeling of Lucius' feathers. "Oh Lucius..." He mutters softly against the blondes chest. "I never thought I'd get to be in your arms like this again..." He sighs dreamily, not realizing the words that had came out of his mouth.

Soon enough he felt Lucius start to fade away. He whimpers softly, not wanting his mate to leave him so soon. "No.. don't go.."

Lucius chuckles softly as he nuzzles into the white hair of his mate. "You'll see me soon dearest. Severus, Tom, and I are going to visit you. Just think for amazing these cuddles will feel in

person."

Hadrian pouts before his eyes widen. "Wait-!" He exclaims as he holds tighter onto Lucius. Despite his efforts the dominant fades away. "Oh Merlin... I'm bloody done for..."

A Chaotic Stay

Chapter Summary

Hadrian has a rather chaotic time in the hospital wing

Tom was an overly emotional mess by the time he arrived at the hospital wing. It had taken a lot of effort to get himself into Hogwarts. He had been beside himself in worry throughout the entire day. So much so that he couldn't get any work done. It didn't help that his mates conveniently forget to inform him of their mates condition. His scaly black wings were protruding from his back, flaring slightly at the overwhelming smell of medical supplies.

He walks quickly over to the curtained bed, smacking the two dominant over the head. "That was for not bothering to call me sooner!! Do you know how worried I was about all of you!?" He growls quietly as he paces back and forth.

Lucius sighs gently. "I'm sorry Tom, we both forgot with everything that's happened since I arrived.." He slowly grabs the head dominant's hand.

"What happened?" Tom snarls. It was clear he wasn't going to come out of his overly protective stupor soon. His protectiveness only increases once he hears what happened. He was secretly proud that his mate had murdered someone though. "Should he wake soon?" He asks, voice laced with concern.

"Oh yes, he's just being stubborn." Luna says, seemingly having popped out of no where. With a snap of her fingers Hadrian's body is coated in a soft gold hue, it disappearing after a few moments. Severus notices his appearance seems more stable. He couldn't see any inconsistencies at the moment.

"What did you do? And who are you?" Tom snarls at the girl, a protective hand latched onto Hadrian's arm.

"My name is Luna Lovegood. I am Hadrian's soul sister, soon to be blood sister, and his second." She bows politely to the dark lord. "As for what I did. I just reinforced the illusions. My illusions aren't quite as strong as my brothers so I have to reinforce them after an hour."

Lucius frowns gently. "Why can't we see his actual appearance?" He asks concerned, wondering if his mate was someone on the opposite side under the illusions.

Luna shakes her head. "That is not my story to tell. Don't worry, you three should have eternity to figure it out."

"Eternity is far too cruel..." Lucius mutters under his breath.

"What do you mean by eternity?" Severus asks, finally tuning into the conversation.

Luna giggles softly. "Hadrian shall tell you eventually I'm sure. I don't wish to ruin his fun, gets rather grumpy when someone does so." She pats the sleeping boys head before turning to the older men. "Treat him right this time." She says warningly as she skips out of the wing.

The mates didn't have time to process her warning before Hadrian began to stir. Hadrian grumbles quietly as he buries into the cool sheets. He mutters something about stupid mates before rolling over.

Tom chuckles softly. "He truly is stubborn isn't he?"

Severus nods. "He is."

Lucius smiles in agreement, nodding as well. "Really is. He has the cutest pout when he's annoyed as well." His smile turns into a dopey lovesick one as he remembers their time in the dreamscape. "He's absolutely adorable when clingy as well."

Tom raises an eyebrow. "And how would you know this?"

Lucius halts for a moment before looking at the elder dominant. "He may or may not have let me hold him whilst in our dreamscape. He was quite content too despite his hesitance."

Tom nods. "I see. Anything else happen that I should know about?"

Lucius chuckles at the head's protective tone. "No, nothing at all." His smile falters for a second. "Well.." He frowns gently. "He did briefly mention that whatever happened tonight had added to his quote collection of scars. That was concerning to hear but I didn't get to question him further."

Severus sighs. "We truly do have a troublesome submissive on our hands don't we?" He smiles faintly.

Lucius and Tom both laugh softly.

"M' not troublesome.." Hadrian mumbles sleepily. His iridescent purple eyes peek open softly. He yawns softly as he sits up. He looks between Tom and Lucius and pouts. "Do you two know how much trouble you'll be in if you're caught!" He huffs. "Dumb, foolish dominant's I have."

Lucius pouts. "Come now dearest, I'm sure you don't mean that."

Hadrian growls quietly. "At this moment I do! You two are risking everything Tom has built so far by being here. It's foolish. I'm sure I would've been just fine on my own." He turns, glaring slightly and pointing a finger at Severus. "And you. Don't you have classes to be doing!" He pouts in a frustrated manner as he looks between his mates. "You three." He sighs gently, shaking his head.

Before the dominants have a chance to retort the doors to the hospital wing burst open. "Hadrikins!!!" Two obnoxious voices shout as they run in, pushing the three mates out of the way and launching themselves onto their brother.

Hadrian laughs at his mates faces before wrapping his arms around the twins. "I'm fine. Calm down." He gently pats their heads. "Do you really think I'm foolish enough to get caught hm? I practically have a halo of goodness above my head at all times."

Fred pouts. "You still could've warned us!"

"Had us worried sick you did!" George says with a matching pout. "How dare you not tell your wonderful brothers your plans!!!"

Hadrian sighs softly. "It wasn't exactly planned. I mean yeah, she would've died by my hand eventually but I had other things I needed to do first. She just decided to show up on a bad day."

Fred laughs. "Oh yes," "Dearest brother," "We could feel your murderous rage throughout the halls all day."

Hadrian pouts. "It was hardly my fault! You can't blame me can you?" He asks, his purple eyes large and practically begging.

George huffs as he hugs Hadrian tight. "Oh of course we cannot! Our little Hadrikins could never do anything wrong."

Fred nods in agreement. "Yes yes. Never. Not once."

Tom clears his throat calmly. "As much as I... appreciate. This. I would like to see my mate again gentlemen."

The twins jump, heads whirling back to face the three onlookers. "Oh~ Hadrikins! Naughty boy having guests over while you're resting. Tsk tsk. Really couldn't wait huh?" George teases as he hops off the bed, Fred following.

"He really couldn't. Tsk tsk. For shame Hadrikins." Fred mocks, a large smile plastered on his face.

Hadrian's face flushes bright red. "I swear to Merlin if you two don't get out I will curse you to Peklo and back! I'm sure Nimue would love to have fun with you." He crosses his arms, eyebrow raised. He was practically begging his brothers to challenge him.

George lifts his hands in surrender. "Right right. My apologies brother dearest. I certainly do not want godly servants after my luscious arse."

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "Stop talking. Please. You're adding to their already large list of questions that I do not feel like answering."

Fred snickers. "Oh but Hadrian! We have so many fun stories to share that I'm sure your mates would love to hear! Like the time with the basilisk."

Hadrian snaps his fingers, Fred's mouth glueing shut. "Keep it up and I'll be going on the raid by myself." He glares. "Certainly more fun for me."

Fred pouts, crossing his arms. George gasps, faking surprise. "You wouldn't dare! You love us much too much. Besides, who's going to you stop from going on a killing spree that way."

Hadrian sighs, shaking his head. "Little moon would I'm sure." He pauses for a second. "Actually she wouldn't, she would sit back and watch. With amusement I'm sure."

George nods. "She would indeed little brother." He smiles. "Can you please unglue Fred's mouth now?"

Hadrian raises his eyebrow. "I don't know, can I?"

George huffs. "Really?"

Hadrian nods. "I did not spend all that time teaching you too etiquette for you to throw it out the window just because your in the presence of eventual family."

He missed the happy looks on his mates faces as he said that.

George groans loudly. "Fiiineeee! May you please?"

Hadrian nods, snapping his fingers again. Fred gasps loudly, drawing in large breathes. "Finally!" He exclaims, glaring at his brother. "You're so lucky you're in the hospital wing."

Hadrian smirks. "Like you'd do anything to little ol me." He bats his eyelashes playfully. "Now, introduce yourselves. Properly. Or, I'll tell Lucius."

"Tell me what?" Lucius questions, his eyebrow raised.

Fred and George both blush beat red. "You wouldn't dare!"

Hadrian smirks. "I would. Gladly too. It's well within my rights since he is my mate."

Fred huffs. "You cruel being."

Hadrian grins widely. "Good, you're learning."

Fred shivers slightly at the cruel grin on his brothers face. "Yeah. I know better then to call you human now. I thought they would've left be strung up there for weeks!!"

Hadrian laughs. "Of course they would've! I told them to do it for eternity but they said it was far too cruel."

George rolls his eyes playfully. "Let's get on with it dear brother. Maybe we can go find our favorite blonde."

Fred lights up like a Christmas light at this. "Oh yes!" They turn their attention to the three very confused mates behind them."

"Fred,"

"And George,"

"Weasley. At your service!" They bow, a large grin to their faces.

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "Do your proper greetings. Or I'll send you off to the spirit world by yourselves."

They gasp, acting like they just got slapped. "You wouldn't dare!" They exclaim together, not believing their brother could be so cruel.

Hadrian nods. "I would and you know it. I could care less if you get eaten."

Fred huffs. "So mean to us you are."

Hadrian laughs, shaking his head. "Yes, I'm so mean for making you do proper greetings like the heirs you are."

Fred rolls his eyes. "Greetings, I am heir Fred Prewitt."

"And I am heir George Prewitt." George says before turning his attention back to Hadrian. "Better?"

Hadrian nods. "Much." He gently gets out of bed, hugging them both. "I love you for the way you are but you must remember your formal greetings when dealing with lords." He gently pats their heads before noticing the gold glow against his skin. "Ah, Luna." He laughs softly before looking back at his mates.

"Alright, let's get on with the questions that way you three can leave before you get caught." Hadrian says as he sits back down on the bed. Instantly his mates were surrounding him, Tom sitting by his side, Severus behind, and Lucius sitting in the chair in front of him.

Fred chuckles. "Alright, we're gonna get going before you do curse us. Have fun little brother."

"But not too much fun." George warns.

Hadrian scoffs. "I should be saying that to you. I know what you two are about to do."

Fred and George snicker. "Well little big brother," "We are mid not court court," "So we have free range!"

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "You do not. I swear if Blaise finds out."

"When he finds out what?" Severus asks from behind him, startling the kitsune slightly. His voice was practically in his ears.

Hadrian blushes a little, a light pink dusting his cheeks. "I'll tell you later."

George pouts. "Please don't Hadrian, we have a plan we promise!"

Hadrian raises an eyebrow but nods. "Alright. I won't. I know how much he means to the both of you."

The twins gleaming brightly as they run out of the hospital wing, off to go seduce a blonde ponce.

Hadrian sighs softly as he leans against Severus. "So, questions? I can't guarantee I can answer as I do have an oath due to my work but I will answer all the ones I can."

Tom nods in understanding. "The Weasley twins are your brothers?"

Severus huffs. "That would exclaim the sudden darkness last night."

Hadrian laughs softly. "Yes they are. They're my soul brothers and soon they'll be my blood brothers, we're going to do the ritual this weekend."

Lucius nods. "So that would make them Prewitt-Perevell's then?"

Hadrian nods. "Yep." He smiles gently at his mates. "You three are so incredibly stupid."

"Hey-!" Lucius starts but Hadrian cuts him off.

"But," He starts, looking at the three of them. "I suppose I'm glad you're here."

This puts a large smile on all of their faces before Lucius tackles him with a hug.

"My idiots... Mine..."

Storytime

Chapter Summary

Hadrian tells a story from the spirit world then Draco storms in with a story of his own

Chapter Notes

Sorry for any mistakes, hope you enjoy this chapter of pure fluff! The song in the chapter is called In a Crowd of Thousands!

3

Hadrian wasn't sure how much time had passed as he lays against his mates. He knew though, that he absolutely hated the twins at this very moment. Tom had sat quiet for most of it until he suddenly had a question. "Have you been the spirit world? You did mention leaving your twins there."

Hadrian tenses, knowing he wasn't aloud to say much. "Not in the way your thinking. I've been to the land of Yokai. It was a right of passage. I'm not aloud to say much on the matter... Most of my stay wasn't pleasant anyway but what do you wish to know?" He asks as he stares into those crucio red eyes.

"Is there any sort of system? Royalty? Leaders? What of politics?" Tom asks eagerly. It was clear this was a topic he was interested in.

Hadrian laughs softly. "I cannot tell you much, for I choose to not participate in Yokai politics as it can get messy... It's also part of my oath. While I can't give you direct information... I suppose it wouldn't hurt to tell a story." There was a gleam to his eyes has he sits up, positioning Lucius to lay on his lap as he lay against Severus with Tom against his side.

Tom grins more. "I'd be delighted."

Hadrian chuckles softly at his enthusiasm. "It was the ocean tide festival... I was ten. I still think of that day now and then. A parade... And a girl... And a crowd of thousands." His smile grows softly. "She sat straight, as a queen. So proud, serene." He sighs gently, remembering the princess who caught his curiosity that night.

"How they cheered... How I stared." He laughs gently. "In that crowd of thousands... Then I started to run though I never called out her name, as the crowd on the road went wild.. I reached out with my hand and looked up. And then she smiled..."

Lucius lays softly against his mates legs, enjoying the story and the peace his mate brought with his voice.

Severus had taken to running his fingers through the kitsune's soft white hair.

Tom was fully listening to the story, paying no mind to all the broken rules. Typically in a mate courtship the dominant's wouldn't be allowed physical touch until the submissive firmly verbally agreed but he supposed he could ignore the rules this once as it wasn't bothering their submissive. He knew they still had a long way to go to earn the kitsune's trust and he was more then prepared for the long road ahead.

As long as his mate was comfortable he'd set aside the rules, for now only, as he was determined to do things right. As if they didn't... It wouldn't end well. Kitsune's were known to be picky and fickle when courting after all.

"The parade traveled on. With the moon in my eyes she was gone. But if I were still ten.. in that crowd of thousands, I'd find her again." He slowly, with a great bit of hesitance, starts to run his fingers through Lucius' hair. The man sighs softly in content, his inner creature purring in delight.

Tom chuckles softly. "You make me believe I was there too, you're a wonderful story teller my beloved."

Hadrian laughs gently. "Well hold on, I'm not done yet." He gives Tom a rare gentle smile before continuing his story. "It was freezing, not a cloud in the sky, and that girl caught my eye. In a crowd of thousands.. I was thin, not too clean, there were guards but I dodged in between." He laughs once more, remembering how he hates to be the center of attention now. "Yes, I made myself seen. In a crowd of thousands... I called out her name, and started to run, through the moon and cold and crowd.."

His hand stills in Lucius' hair for a moment. "She tried not to smile... But she smiled... And then I bowed." He hums softly as Severus places his head on the crook of his neck. "The parade traveled on, with the moon in my eyes she was gone. But I knew, even then, in a crowd of thousands, I'd find her... again..."

"Did you?" Severus asks, his voice husky. "Find her I mean. Did you ever find this mystery woman of yours?"

Hadrian giggles quietly. "Why darling, jealous?"

Severus huffs. "Maybe a little."

Hadrian shakes his head gently as his laugh floods the room. "You're impossible." He smiles at the vampire.

"I cannot help it, vampire's are naturally possessive little trickster." Severus mumbles into his neck.

Hadrian's face flushes a bright red as the vampire nuzzles his neck. He tilts his head towards Tom just a little, still unsure about their position.

Severus chuckles gently as he slowly pulls away. "I won't feed from you yet, you must be patient."

Hadrian huffs, rolling his eyes playfully. "I was just getting more comfortable." He says as he lays his head fully on Tom's shoulder to emphasize his point.

Tom chuckles lowly, nodding in agreement. "Sure you were beloved." His voice was practically dripping with sarcasm. He gently lays his head atop Hadrian's. "You didn't answer his question little mate."

Hadrian blinks for a moment. "Hm?" He was feeling more than content with his mates around him

like this. "Oh yes, right." He chuckles weakly, he couldn't believe he forgot that momentarily. "I did eventually meet her again. She's very pleasant, at least with me. I knew her father wanted a marriage contract drafted up for us but fortunately I have my mates. She's a lovely Yokai yes but I do not swing that way." He laughs gently at their shocked faces.

"A marriage contract?! How old were you?!" Tom asks, more surprised then angry since his love did turn down the man.

Hadrian chuckles. "I wasn't too old. Perhaps... Seventy three at the time? We had known each other officially since I was twelve so it was only natural for her father to suspect a relationship would form." He shrugs. "Just the way things work down there. If I didn't have you three I would have a line of suitors to chase away everytime I went down there." He laughs softly at their still shocked faces.

"Don't be so surprised my dominant's. Kitsune are a very rare treat in the Yokai world. The chaos down there is too much for most of my kind so we never go unless necessary."

Tom nods. "Well, warn us if you have to go again beloved."

Hadrian nods. "I will. Don't be mad when a letter suddenly shows up one day though because no doubt I won't have time to properly tell you." He pouts.

Lucius cocks his head, looking up at Hadrian through sleepy eyes. "Why is that dearest?"

Hadrian sighs. "I... Only ever get called down for business. The only time it wasn't business was my first two hundred years. That though did turn to business. You wouldn't believe the amount of people who have to tried to eat me alive!" He groans, already dreading his next trip. "I mean it helps that I can't die that way but still! I'm sure being eaten isn't a pleasant experience!"

Just as Tom starts to make a comment the doors burst open once more. Draco's voice could be heard stomping over. "Hadrian James!!! Oh I wanna smite you right now!!!" He growls as he looks over. He's a bit surprised when he notices notice of the others but shrugs. "Move over father." He pushes his father to the side a little so he's laying have on Hadrian and half on Tom.

"You will not believe what those blasted twins did!" He exclaims exasperatedly as he flops on Hadrian's free leg.

Hadrian sighs. "Draco you ponce. This bed is not big enough for all five of us."

Draco huffs. "Well maybe those three should move, I'm in a crisis. I take priority."

Hadrian laughs, shaking his head. "I cannot believe you."

Draco sticks his tongue out. "You should. Now, as I was saying. Your stupid, insufferable twins!! I cannot stand them!!!"

Hadrian sighs once more, shooting a sorry look to his mates who looked completely in shock at Draco's behavior. "Draco. Your father is here-"

"I could care bloody less than my father is here! Let me have my crisis!" The small blonde huffs, crossing his arms. "Your lap is my crisis spot you know this."

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "Yes yes ice prince please, do continue to preach your courting problems whilst your father is here."

"Courting!?" Lucius shoots up. "You didn't tell me you were being courted!?"

Hadrian laughs cheekily. "Oops." He says as Draco shoots him a dirty look.

"I'm not being courted." Draco insists. "Those twins are just being insufferable." He growls as he fully claims Hadrian's lap. "Now as I was saying!" He rolls his eyes, leaning into Hadrian's chest. Hadrian just sighs and accepts the fact that Draco has no tact and could care less about their audience. Tom and Severus were looking very amused at the sight before them.

"Those bloody twins of yours!" He points an accusatory finger at Hadrian who only grins more. "Yes yours!" He wags the finger, quickly moving it before Hadrian bite him. "They had the gull to trap me against a wall!"

"Which I'm sure you loved." Hadrian cut in.

Draco rolls his eyes. "They kept insisting that they were going to break through my walls one day and so I said "My walls are never going to break for two red haired terrors" and you know what they did!?"

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "What did they do?"

Draco groans. "They bloody turned their hair white!!! Just like yours!!! Ugh!!! I could kill them!!"

Hadrian tried his best to hold back his laughter. "I- s- see-" A few giggles slip passed his lips. "S- such a problem for y- you."

Draco huffs, crossing his arms as he pouts. "And then! They bloody said that it was gonna be permanent soon! Ugh! I hate them so much!"

Hadrian looks down at the blonde with a look that says "Really?", "Are you sure about that Drake, or do you just hate how they make you feel?"

Draco's face flushes red. "No! I hate them! I hate them and their stupid incessant flirting and their stupid red now white hair which makes them look all the more irresistible! Ugh! Those are your twins! Do something with them!"

Hadrian laughs. "I'm not doing anything. They're doing everything by the book so I see no need to interfere."

"Not my book!" Draco groans.

Hadrian shakes his head. "They aren't veela's Draco, they aren't going to do this part of the process by your book. The official courting process yes but not the, as they've dubbed it, not courting courting process."

"Stupid kitsunes. Stupid rules. Stupid twins." Draco grumbles as his head gets pet by Hadrian.

Hadrian chuckles, shaking his head softly. "There there Drake. You'll be fine." His tone was very patronizing.

Severus stifles his laughter. "Does this happen often?"

Hadrian shrugs as Draco continues to ramble about the twins. "At least once a week. I'm surprised he's lasted this long, it's been almost two since his last crisis."

Tom nods. "I see.."

Lucius looks to Hadrian. "Are your brothers his mates?" He asks quietly, half sitting in Tom's lap now that his spot has been taken.

Hadrian nods silently, knowing Draco didn't know this for a fact yet. "Draco won't know until he sees them in their full kitsune form for the first time. It's how kitsunes work." He whispers then shrugs.

Draco huffs loudly to regain Hadrian's attention. "You weren't paying attention to me were you?"

Hadrian chuckles lightly. "Guilty." He smiles cheekily down at the blonde.

Draco rolls his eyes. "Just wait. I'm going to hex their balls off soon enough."

Hadrian shakes his head. "You won't like that once they finally break your walls."

Draco's face flushes bright red. "Oh shove off ya twat!"

Hadrian laughs. "Awe poor little Draco can't admit to fancying a pair of not Weasley's."

Draco huffs. "Don't even get my started on that! Gods I cannot believe they're related to you!! You three are complete opposites. They're absolutely bloody horrible and tactless and utterly ugh! But yet here are you! You stupid, oblivious, little sweetheart! You're so innocent and they're so-"

"Draco," Hadrian glares playfully down at the blonde. "You remember I run a night club correct?"

Draco's face flushes bright red. "How could I forget. You just had to drag me there and force me to meet those terrors you call brothers."

Hadrian chuckles. "They aren't that bad."

Draco groans. "Yes they are!!! I cannot stand them!!"

"But you knelt for them-" Hadrian says before he even realizes it comes out of his mouth. Lucius is slack jawed sitting beside him. "I did not need to know that." The elder blonde groans.

If it was even possible Draco got even redder. "You utter tosser!!! You know very well that is not what happened!!! I tripped!!!"

Hadrian nods, a smirk on his lips. "Yes Drake. You slipped. Mhm." He laughs softly as both blondes groan in tandem.

Draco huffs. "You're utterly impossible. I cannot believe I'm friends with you out of all people."

Hadrian shrugs. "I couldn't believe either Drake. Yet here we are!"

"It's Blaise's fault." Draco huffs.

Hadrian nods. "Oh one hundred percent Blaise's fault. But if it wasn't his fault you would've never gotten your oh so famous crisis spot."

Draco sneers up at the kitsune. "I hate you so much."

Hadrian barks out a laugh, a bit of smoke coming up with it. "Oh yes dear Draco I hate you too, so so much in fact." He laughs more as he pulls Draco close, hugging him tightly. "Now, if your crisis is over would you kindly fuck off so I can have more time with my mates before Pomfrey comes back, no doubt with Dumbledore."

Draco huffs. "Yes yes I suppose I can get out of your hair. Only if I get some of your tarts later."

Hadrian sighs. "Draco, those will take all bloody night. Pick something else."

Draco pouts. "Pretty please oh so gracious leader of mine?"

Hadrian groans, tossing his head back against Severus' chest. Severus chuckles lightly. "I'm afraid he'll be busy tonight. Perhaps he can make you some of these tarts tomorrow?"

Draco nods in agreement. "Fine. One dozen of your amazing strawberry tarts dear Hadrian."

Hadrian huffs. "Fine. You can have tarts."

Draco smirks. "Toss in another dozen and I'll get the twins to create some chaos somewhere."

Hadrian growls quietly. "You are such a-" He sighs. "Fine. Two dozen tarts. If the twins by us more time. I'm quite comfortable at the moment."

Draco nods. "We have a deal! Blaise and Pansy will be so jealous." He happily jumps off the bed. "Thank for the crisis spot! I'll see you during the hols father, dark lord." He waves as he exits the hospital wing.

Hadrian sighs tiredly as he leans against Severus, Lucius getting back into his lap. "I cannot believe there have been so many people in here today. I just wanted a lazy day after all that trouble this morning." He huffs.

Tom laughs softly. "I'm sure you did precious." He nuzzles closer, just a smidge. "Take a nap beloved, we'll be here when you wake."

"Promise?" Hadrian asks sleepily as he snuggles closer to Tom as well. He found great comfort in being surrounded by his mates.

All three nod. "Promise." They say at the same time, none wanting to leave before their submissive awoke. They were still gaining his trust after all.

Hadrian nods. "Okay.." He yawns softly. "Still... Gonna make things hard..." He mumbles as he slowly drifts off to sleep.

Lucius chuckles softly as Tom hums I'm agreement. "We wouldn't have it any other way little trickster." Severus says as he holds Hadrian and Tom closer, pulling Lucius closer as well.

Chapter 17

Hadrian groans quietly as he opens his eyes to the misty dreamscape. "Of course I'm stuck here again." He pouts. He looks around hoping to find any of his mates nearby, unfortunately none were. He sighs as he sits down against on of the leafless trees. His fingers graze the cool grass hidden underneath the fog as he hums a tune.

Death had hummed him the tune many times but they never say the words. Hadrian didn't mind though, that just means he gets to make his own. He looks around again, making sure none of his mates were there as if they were it would be absolutely mortifying. No one knew of his secret love of singing and he intended to keep it that way.

"I wanna come home to roses... And dirty little notes on parchments." He sings softly, fingers still playing with the grass. "And if my hair starts turning grey, He'll say I'm like a fine wine better with age." He giggles. "Guess I learned it from Inari, that true love starts with hatred. A kiss on the forehead, a date night, fake an apology after a fight.."

A smile sneaks it way across his face slowly. "I want a man who's patient and stubborn, gets out of the carriage and holds the door. I wanna slow dance in parlor like we're eighteen at the yule ball and grow old with someone who makes me feel young... I want a man who loves me like Valka loves Milovat.." He leans his head back gently against the tree, curious as to what his mates were dreaming about.

Nearby hidden in some mist the three mates watched their submissive curiously. "He has a beautiful voice..." Lucius says softly as he leans against Tom.

Severus nods in agreement. "Indeed. Maybe he'll sing for us one day."

Tom grins widely. "I hope so, his voice is that of an angel's." His voice was the quietest out of the three whispering men. His voice was naturally loud as the head dominant so he could get Hadrian's attention better. "He's practically telling us everything we need to do." He notices.

Lucius nods. "I'm taking mental notes."

Severus nods as well. "As am I." He was taking very detailed notes mentally, not wanting to risk missing anything.

Hadrian's smile only grows as he continues. "I'd love to travel in the summers.. I wanna make fun of each other.. I wanna rock out to Lady Gaga and flip the kids when call us old." He laughs softly at the thought. "He'd accidentally burn our dinner, let me be the monopoly winner. And if my body changes shapes he'll say oh Merlin you look hot today." He slowly lays down, looking up at the misty pale blue sky above.

"I want a man who's loving and sweet.. gets to the gardens and plants some roses. I wanna live life like we're eighteen and dumb. I want a man who loves me like Clay loves Cellular..." Hadrian sings as he continues staring up at the sky. "And if they live up to him... Maybe they could teach our daughter... What it means to love a queen, she should know she's royalty."

Tom's face was one of contentment as he continues to listen to his love. "Do any of you know anyone by the names he's mentioned?"

Severus shakes his head. "No, perhaps they're family?"

Lucius shakes his head. "No... I've heard those names before... I can't quite place where. I know it was in a book. Those name seem to be of people with importance..."

Tom nods. "Perhaps you can research it later dear." He says as he kisses the top of Lucius' head. Lucius hums softly as he nods. Yes, he'd research more later as not remembering this was bothering him.

"I want a man who's insufferable and kind... I wanna hold him like nothing else matters... Like I'm worth more then what I hold... I want a man who loves me like Inari loves their Riddle.." Hadrian sighs as he slowly stands, cracking his back as he does so. His voice had saddened a bit at the end of the song. He sighs again, slowly rubbing his eyes. "This time will be different. I don't think I could barely to do this a third time if something were to happen." He whispers.

He shakes his head. "Nevermind that now. Don't wanna get pulled back into those thoughts again." He rubs his eyes again, looking around in front of him for his mates. "Looks like I'm stuck here again by myself." He huffs before flopping down on the cold ground, now bored.

He watches the sky as it slowly changes from a pastel blue to a light pink. He hums softly. "That's

a pretty color." He hadn't seen the sky change to that color before, he looks around again curious to to what it could mean. He huffs upon seeing no changes. "Boringgg!" He blows a hair out of his face as he pouts, wondering how long he'll have to be here by himself. He watches in awe as the sky fades to a brighter pink.

He stands up again, walking in a full circle as he looks around. His eyes practically glow with happiness as he sees his mates. Figuring they just got there he runs over. "There you are! I was so bored!" He pouts playfully.

Severus grins, fangs making an appearance. "Our apologies little trickster, seems it took us awhile to arrive."

Hadrian huffs. "Not that long with how cozy you three look." He giggles. "So, how long have you three been around?"

"We-" Tom starts but Lucius cuts him off. "Not long darling." He assures, having a good feeling that Hadrian would be embarrassed if they said they found him singing.

Hadrian nods. "Okay." He chirps, satisfied with their answer. "We should probably wake up soon. I don't wanna sleep too long incase Pomfrey comes back."

Severus nods. "I see... Still won't let us see your student self?"

Hadrian tenses for a moment before shaking his head. "N- no... I'm sorry, I just-"

Tom smiles softly. "It's okay beloved. We know you have your reasons."

Hadrian sighs softly. "I'm sorry... Y- You'll know one day I promise... I'm just not ready.."

Lucius nods. "That's more then alright dearest, we won't force you to tell us anything you don't want too."

Hadrian nods, a small smile on his face. "Thank you.."

Severus frowns a little. "I apologize darling.."

Hadrian shakes his head. "It's alright Sev. I understand you guys want answers and I promise you'll get them one day.. when I'm ready..." He gives them each a quick kiss on the cheek, smirking, he starts to fade away. "See you soon." He winks as the three now blushing dominants. Seems his distraction worked.

Familiar

Chapter Summary

Hadrian gains a familiar and causes some chaos

Hadrian was the first to wake up. He woke up to the soft sound of hissing coming from the door way. He slowly gets up, unraveling himself from the tangle of limbs.

"Hello?" He hisses softly as he slowly walks towards the door. He peeks his head out of the hall, upon seeing nothing he shrugs about to head back inside before a happy hissing sound catches his attention.

"Speaker! Help please. Stupid humans summoned me. I am lost." The snake hisses, his red eyes looking up at Hadrian. It was small, clearly still a hatchling. It's white scales flared slightly as footsteps can be heard throughout the halls.

Hadrian nods. "Let me help." He gently picks up the snake, it was so small that it fit in the palm of his hand. "So beautiful." The snake nods at the praise as Hadrian brings it into the hospital wing.

"Thank you speaker." It hisses as Hadrian sits down with it. He chose to sit across the room from his still sleeping mates, hoping not to wake them as they had quite a scare today.

"You're more then welcome precious, do you have a name?" Hadrian asks as the strokes the snakes scales. The snake shakes it's head. Hadrian nods. "I see, forgive me for asking but what species are you? I haven't seen a snake of such beauty before."

It hisses out a laugh, tail flicking happily. "I am a anaconda snow hognose snake speaker."

Hadrian nods before thinking for a moment. "Would you like the name Yuki?"

The snake seems to think for a moment before nodding. "Yess that's a pleasant name."

Hadrian grins widely. "Wonderful!" He gently nuzzles Yuki with his nose. "You have the softest scales."

Yuki gives the snake equivalent of a grin at this. "Thank you. You are a wonderful speaker."

Hadrian smiles softly at her. "Thank you beautiful, would you perhaps like to be my familiar? My mate is a speaker himself and has a snake familiar as well if you'd like to meet her one day."

Yuki nods. "Yess, I shall like that very much." The pair emits a soft white glow as the familiar bond snaps in place. Hadrian giggles softly as he watches Yuki grow before his eyes. "Seems like you can change your size at will now."

Yuki nods. "Yess, I feel much stronger now speaker. Thank you." She nuzzles his face in thanks.

Hadrian jumps a little as he hears a large group of footsteps coming close to the hospital wing. "Shrink. I shall hide you in my robes. I don't want anyone to take you away from me."

Yuki nods, shrinking down to her previous size without protest. Seems she doesn't want to be taken away either.

Hadrian's eyes flash over to his sleeping mates. "Fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck!" He quickly casts disillusionment charms, silencio, and notice me not charms on the sleeping mates adding a kitsune illusion for extra measure. He quickly evaporates the illusions on himself, chasing him to look like Harry Potter again. He scrambles a bit, trying to find his glasses before he realizes Luna had placed them on Madame Pomfrey's desk.

He makes sure Yuki is safe in his robe pocket before sitting back down, adjusting his glasses slightly. He curls up in the chair, summoning a book from Madame Pomfrey's shelf. He looks normal, not a hint of anything wrong.

His head snaps up as the hospital wing doors open again. He groans, shaking his head at the crowd that walks in. It was his family plus Blaise and Draco. Seems they all just love disturbing him.

"What the hell guys!?" Hadrian huffs. "'Bout gave me a panic attack you did! Stomping down the damn halls." He crosses his arms in annoyance as the twins giggle.

"Sorry," "Hadrikins," "But we have," "A slight issue." The twins say, looking completely guilty.

Hadrian cuts his eyes at them. "Quiet down. So help me if you wake them up and they find me looking like this I will kill you and I will not make it pleasant." His eyes scream danger.

Luna happily skips over. She gently sits down on the floor and lays her head on Hadrian's knee like she's done many times before.

Draco huffs before walking over and sitting on his lap. "Your idiot twins lost a snake."

Hadrian hums gently, deciding to play them for awhile. "And how is this my problem?"

"Well..." "It kinda.." "Is a.." "Magic snake?" They both finish saying, trying to prepare for their soul brothers reaction. They take a few steps back just to be safe.

Blaise nods. "It's bloody fast too. We chased it all the way up here from the dungeons."

Hadrian nods, giving an uncaring look to the panicked twins. "Well? It's your magic snake. You find it. You for some idiotic reason decided to get the magic snake so this is solely on you two." The twins groan before running out into the halls, hoping to find the snake before it caused any problems.

"That was quite mean of you brother." Luna comments.

Hadrian shrugs. "Eh, they deserve it for loosing an animal, a magic animal at that, that they know nothing about." He slowly takes Yuki out of his pocket. "Guys, this is Yuki. I'm guessing she's the snake the twins are trying to find. She's my new familiar."

Blaise and Draco nod, each greeting her politely. "Hello Yuki."

Luna grins widely as she looks up at the precious snake. "Hello beautiful." She scratches under Yuki's chin. "Your duties here are finally finished dear brother. You can leave whenever you wish."

Hadrian nods then looks to Blaise. "Tell the twins it's time to blow the place. I don't care how suspicious this seems I'm done. I'm not staying here for a moment longer. I cannot stand this place." Blaise nods. "After you tell them pack up anything you can from your rooms, you're coming with us. You too Draco." He says as he notices the blonde's pout.

Luna giggles happily as she jumps up. "It's finally time~! Harry Potter will finally be no more~!"

Hadrian laughs at her antics. "Luna darling, Harry Potter never existed in the first place." Draco jumps up from his lap as he and Blaise rush out the door. He gets up from his chair, Yuki now longer and wrapped around his arm. He ruffles Luna's hair. "I'll get everything set up, you go grab one of them from the chamber. Take Yuki with you." He looks down at Yuki. "Go with my sister beautiful. She'll keep you safe. She's going to take you to a chamber. Once at the entrance I'll need you to say open so she can get in. After it opens say stairs. Once she begins walking with you down the stairs say close so the chamber closes, can you do that?"

Yuki nods, a devious grin on her face. "Yess master. I can." It's clear she's excited to cause some chaos. She slithers off of Hadrian's arm and onto Luna's.

Luna smiles brightly. "Come, there are some rats down there you can have whilst I get the body."

Hadrian grins sickeningly as he watches Luna leave. Finally. It was finally time. He reapplies his illusions before walking over to his lovers. He cancels the charms and quickly wakes them up. "Up, up, come on. You've gotta go."

Tom wakes up first then Severus then Lucius, all look at him worriedly. "What's going on love?" Tom asks.

Hadrian shakes his head. "No time to explain, I've gotta move fast. Let's just say this castle is going to be thrown face first into chaos in the next few hours." He kisses each of their cheeks. "I'm finally breaking this joint." The grin on his face was sick and had not so subtle hints of insanity. "I'll send you a letter once things I get things settled at home."

Lucius shakes his head. "Darling what are you doing-"

Hadrian shakes his head back. "Doesn't matter. Now you three gotta go before you don't have the chance. I'll be taking Draco and some others with me when I leave so don't be worried about him. The original plan was to only take my siblings but he and Blaise are just too fucking stubborn to stay." He sighs shaking his head. "Trust me, this is gonna be fun."

Severus sighs. "I'm sure it will not be fun for me. I teach here remember?"

Hadrian's grin grows. "Oh, I'm sure you'll be happy with what's about to happen." He kisses each of their cheeks again. "Don't worry, everything will be fine. You can come to my manor tomorrow to see for your selves."

Lucius looks pointedly at Tom. "He reminds me of you."

Severus nods in agreement.

Tom sighs. "I wasn't that bad-"

Hadrian laughs, shaking his head. "Okay okay, banter later darlings. I've got more things to plan and to do. I do not have enough time to listen to you three banter." He kisses each of their foreheads. "For good luck." He chuckles. "Go," He pauses for a moment. "Go through the chamber. There's an exit there where you an apparate out. Luna can lead you to that point."

Tom raises an eyebrow. "And how do you know about the chamber."

Hadrian sighs. "No time! I wanna have my fun!" He grabs them by their hands, yanking them up from the bed. "Go go, out, I'll send you a letter tonight with how things went. Mwah!" He blows them a kiss. "Bye!!" He says as he shoves them out the door.

Chaos

Chapter Notes

Warnings!!!! Torture, slightly graphic violence, mentions of weight negatively, Dudley, ritual sacrifice, faked suicide, staging a crime scene, Hadrian is an insane sadistic bastard, vomit, gore, Luna and Hadrian enjoy the torture a bit too much, mentions of putting bones on a Christmas tree,

See the end of the chapter for more notes

Warnings?... All of them... If you've seen my Wattpad you know... Anyways have fun :) specific warnings are in chapter notes

Hadrian's sick grin only grew as he looked at the space around him. Oh how he could make it look so so pretty... But that would be good suspicious. He hums happily as he skips across the room to the potions cabinet, with a simple unlocking charm it pops open.

His grin grows more as he sees the abundance of potions staring back at him, most having the potential for overdose. He quickly grabs two extra strength nausea potions, ten extra strength pain potions, one skelegro, and two of minor strength healing. He quickly adds illusions of all but the pain ones, not wanting Madame Pomfrey to see any but those missing. There weren't strong so they'd fade once touched but that didn't matter. She has enough stock anyway.

He looks around for a moment, wondering where he wand was. He just shrugs, figuring he lost it again. It didn't matter, he didn't need one typically anyway. He sets the potions on the desk.

He sits down in the chair behind the desk, quickly grabbing some parchment, ink, and quill. The note is messy and scribbled, barely being eligible at all. He goes over to the sink, dripping some water into his fingers before carefully walking back over. He drips a few drops onto the parchment to make it look like he had been crying.

He puts the ink and quill away after drying his hand. Grabbing the parchment he placed it on the bedside table. He could feel the vague sense of being watched but he ignored it, knowing that if someone was truly there they'd reveal themself and demand to know what he was doing.

His grin widens once more as he hears the door open. Luna walks in, floating an unconscious Dudley Dursley behind her. Yuki had stayed in the chamber to hunt some rats he noticed. "Perfect!" He exclaims, his voice high and joyous. "I'm going to be taking so much pleasure in this!" His takes control of Dudley's floating body and floats him over to the bed before shoving the two nausea potions down his throat. Soon the whale of a boy was being awaken by choking on his own vomit. He instantly threw up, spraying the walls in the gross substance.

Hadrian cringes, not liking the sight nor smell but it was necessary. "At least he's awake now." He shrugs. Luna giggles. He waits for the whale to stop throwing up before he grabs another potion. "I hope this hurts like hell Dudley. This is payback for everything you've done. Not just to me but to everyone. You make me sick. Even Death won't have mercy on your soul." He scowls as he shoves the skelegro down his cousin's throat.

You see, skelegro has an interesting effect when the person still has their bones. It causes the bones to grow large spikes and protrude from the skin. The sight was definitely a gruesome one but Hadrian watches with glee nonetheless.

Dudley's screams began to blend with that of other students over time. Apparently the twins had started their wonderful prank (imagine the scene with Umbridge just on Dumbledore and in the great hall at lunch.)

Hadrian grins sadistically as the watches sharp bones suddenly stand their way out of his cousin's massive amounts of flesh. The spiked bones were mainly coming from joints elbows, knees, jaw, ribs, wrists, fingers, toes, ankles, and finally hips. All his joints were effected by this first bout of improper potions use.

Luna giggles maniacally as she watches. "Oo! That's just wonderful! I'm sure those will make for wonderful additions in the manor! Perhaps for tinsle on our yule tree?" She asks, cocking her head slightly.

Hadrian nods in agreement. "Yes, I suppose we could make use of the bones that way. The potions will only heal so much after all." Hadrian steps a bit closer, shoe drenched in blood. The entire side of the hospital wing was drenched in vomit and blood. It made for quite a gruesome sight. Hadrian sighs. "It's unfortunate that no one besides us shall be able to see this little moon... It's such a pretty sight.." He sighs dreamily as he looks down at the blood.

Luna nods sadly. "Yes... It is rather unfortunate but you know Death is loving the sight."

Hadrian's mood suddenly brightens again. "Oh yes!!! I'm sure they're enjoying it immensely!!!" He laughs then turns his attention back to his cousin. "You start harvesting the bones you want little moon. I'll start the overdose."

The pair set to work. Luna had summoned a rather large butcher knife to cut off the bone spikes. Hadrian had fed the whale two of the extra strength pain potions when Luna had finished. Once Luna had nodded at him to continue he force fed the whale the two healing potions, healing all of his previous injuries.

Dudley took large gasping breathes between his screams, thankful to be healed and no longer is quite as much pain.

Hadrian shakes his head, tsking softly. "That just won't do." He signaled to Luna has he uncorked the remaining eight potions. Luna held Dudley's jaw open as Hadrian poured in the contents of the bottles, all eight extra strength pain potions going down smoothly. As the whale started to choke and converse, seizing on the bed Hadrian got to work offering his soul to Death itself. Death didn't show up this time as they knew they wouldn't have time for a friendly chat but appreciated the offering greatly. She thanked her faithful servant with a pat on the head as she takes to the soul to where it belongs.

Once Hadrian felt Death leave he quickly thanked them for their presence and accepting his offering. He quickly got to work staving the scene. He and Luna banished all the blood and vomit, Luna mimicking the scent of the hospital wing back into the air as Hadrian shoves an empty bottle into the body's hand.

The rest of the bottles he dropped to the floor, they shatter against the cool tile. The corks also on the floor. He made sure to leave the eyes open.

He and Luna step away, giving each other a gleeful sadistic smile as they admire their work. "Now all that's left is some kitsune magic."

Hadrian grabs Luna's hand in his, knowing that if they both did the permanent transfiguration ritual with their combined kitsune magic nothing would be able to break it. Kitsune's were the servants of gods after all, their magic comparable to one when used properly.

(Hadrian: Normal text

Luna: Italics

Both: Bold)

"We, Kitsune's of,"

"The heavens,"

"The Spirits,"

"Implore the help of the gods to aid this human's transformation."

"May his soul be blessed, forever content where is belongs."

"May the gods allow his transformation to someone more worthy then he."

"May this body now be that of Harry James Potter, the light's savior. May the gods hear our plea."

Their grip tightens against each other's hand as gold and silver magic swirl around them, winds picking up viciously. Their eyes squeeze shut against the pure force of their magic combined with the ritual. When Hadrian opens his eyes again his smile grows. The body of one, Dudley Dursley, now Harry James Potter was laying dead on the hospital bed.

"We thank you for your assistance oh mighty beings of the heavens." The soul siblings say as they bow.

Luna was the first to move, quickly scrubbing all trace of Hadrian's magic from the room besides the unlocking charm used on the cabinet.

Hadrian follows her lead, overly gleeful that their plan had in fact been a success. He scrubs all trace of Luna's magic from the room before checking things over once more. He finds his wand

positioned under the bed, deciding it would be best he quickly steps on it successfully breaking it in such an odd way one would assume it broke by falling off the bed.

Once everything is perfected he grabs his sisters hand. "Are you ready for our next great adventure?" She asks, eyes gleaming.

Hadrian groans. "Lunaaaa, I was hoping to take a break from adventures." He grumbles as he disillusions them both with a notice me not spell atop for extra measure as well as a silence bubble.

Luna giggles. "Your life is never free from amazing yet reckless adventures dear brother."

Hadrian huffs. "I... That's fairly accurate." He pouts before realizing something. "We... Never told Blaise or Draco where to meet us-" He laughs.

Luna giggles more, her pale blue eyes still gleaming. "No, I suppose we didn't."

He shakes his head, not believing they could be so stupid. "They're figure it out I'm sure." He shrugs, if they couldn't figure it out it wasn't his problem. He was still feeling the slight high that murder brought him as he and Luna skipped down to the chamber. The entire school was in disarray. They laughed between themselves as they saw many students marked with odd colors on their skin, eyes, hair, random patterns on their robes, switched houses, and other fun not truly harmful pranks. Fireworks, explosions, and glitter bombs were filling the halls as well as endless swamp bombs and other inventions. It was truly a sight to see.

They twins even made firework versions of the chocolate frog cards. They were animated too so they moved throughout the halls. All the teachers they passed seemed to be in a similar predicament, each having trouble rangling their students all but Snape of course. He was the only member of staff to not get pranked and always had his Slytherin's attention.

Snape was currently leading his snakes back to their dungeons. There were a few missing such as Blaise, Draco, Theodore, and Pansy. Those four often ate lunch on the grounds as it was allowed though only during lunch so Snape didn't look too concerned. It also helped that Hadrian had given him the warning.

He was sure his dominant's were tearing themselves apart with worry which was quite funny as they hardly knew him. It was a dominant thing he guesses, to be worried about your mate even if

you don't know them that well yet. Especially when they purposefully said they were going to cause chaos.

It wasn't surprising to find their group already in the chamber. The four were tucked away in the more hidden section. They were sitting in the study, Blaise sitting off to the side reading a book. His trunk shrunk next to him. Fred and George were sitting on both sides of Draco, accosting him with horrible pick up lines themed around astrology. "Are you the sun?" Fred asks, "Because you're the light of my life."

Draco blushes slightly at this but ignores him besides giving a slight scoff.

George shakes his head. "No no dear brother. He's like the moon, the light to our darkest days."

This one makes Draco blush a bit more, along with the compliments that come with it. "You see? Isn't his hair the same shade as the moon, it's only fitting. He's absolutely breathtaking as well. And those eyes, like swirling pools of mercury." He gently grabs Draco's chin, tilting the blonde's head to look up at him.

Draco's face blushes a bright red before he successfully knocks George's hand away. He scoffs. "You both are ridiculous. Thinking those horrible pick up lines and even cheesier compliments will work on a Malfoy." He rolls his eyes.

Hadrian and Luna laughs as he takes down the charms. "You two are definitely something huh?" He shakes his head. "Are you guys ready?" He asks looking around at the slightly surprising amount of trunks. He shouldn't be surprised really that the twins had extra trunks seeing as they had everything from their home plus all their prank making supplies and test supplies.

The four nod. "Yes! Finally!" Draco groans as he quickly frees himself from in-between the twins. "Let's go. I demand those tarts once we get there."

Hadrian huffs but nods. "Fine. I do owe you two dozen."

Blaise gapes. "Two dozen!? What did you do! I wanna know! I want some!" He demands. Hadrian's tarts were a hot commodity around the Masquerade's. He typically only made them for personal rewards but occasionally he'd make some for the club or for meetings if he was feeling generous. Any kind you would think of he could make. Gooseberry? Check. Treacle? Check. Chocolate with strawberry glaze atop? Check. No matter how elaborate it seemed Hadrian could

make it. No matter what they demanded he always provided, especially if it was for a job well done.

Hadrian laughs softly. "Fret not. I'll make some for dessert tonight if you're staying?"

Blaise nods. "Of course I'm staying. Mama is off with husband number twelve in America and I don't feel like returning to an empty manor."

Hadrian nods. "Good. You stay as long as you want, I promise I won't make you work the entire time." He chuckles as the three still sitting get up. Blaise vanishes his book and shrinks his trunk even smaller, the twins shrinking all of their trunks Draco's to be pocket sized as well. While they're doing this Yuki slithers in and attaches herself underneath Hadrian's pant leg, liking the skin to skin contact.

"Make sure you grab anything you want from here. We can still come back but it won't be as often." They nod before grabbing a few extra books and things. Once everyone seemed to be ready Hadrian grabs the Peverell ring from inside his pocket. He makes sure everyone is touching him tightly before slipping it on and shouting, "Peverell Castum!!!" With a familiar tug to their navels all six of them were whisked away to the outskirts of Ireland.

Chapter End Notes

Okay! I hope y'all have enjoyed this chapter! The next update might take awhile as I might've broke my elbow but as soon as the pain goes down a bit updates will start back up again! I won't be taking too long of a break promise probably just one or two days

Coming Home

Chapter Summary

Hadrian and the others arrive at Peverell manor.

Chapter Notes

Hope y'all enjoy this chapter!

Hadrian let's out a breath of relief once they land in the reception room of his manor. Instantly three house elves pop up.

"Master Death!"

"Master Azrael!"

"Master Hadrian!"

The elves exclaim at the same time, all happy to see their master home safe and sound.

Hadrian chuckles softly. "Hello you three." He turns to the group. "These three are Tic, Tac, and Toc. They are the head elves of the manor." Each elf bows on greeting.

"Hello Master's guests!" They say at the same time their voices almost identical. The group said their chorus of greetings then Luna left, presumably off to the gardens. Hadrian shakes his head affectionately at his sisters antics. The elves spent the next fourth five minutes giving a brief rundown of what was where to the guests which Hadrian told them would be staying for at least atleast a week whilst the twins and Luna would be staying permanently. The three were thrilled to finally have new faces in the house. It's been years since they've seen their master bring home anyone whether that be friends or family.

Hadrian watches with fondness in his eyes as he watches Tac and Toc lead the four to their rooms, all of which would be in the family wing. Hadrian turns his attention to Tic once the group is out of sight. "How have things been?" He asks the elf who immediately launches into a fond spew about how the orchards, gardens, and horses have been as well as how the house as been in general though she didn't spend too much time on that aspect.

Hadrian laughs softly as he listens to Tic's funny tales about things that have happened amoungst the elves since he's been gone. He absolutely loved all his adorable and slightly crazy elves. They were family to him in their own right. He affectionately pats Tic on her head once they arrive at his wing. Typically he didn't let anyone inside, even elves unless called but this time he allowed Tic to follow him through the dark academia themed halls.

His entire wing, which was affectionately named by the elves as "Death's Domain" was decorated in blacks, greens, and silvers each color having its own personal meaning. The wing itself had

twelve rooms. A master bedroom with a master bath accessible from inside, his study, a parlor, a fully stocked potions lab, his personal library, parlor, floo room which was typically blocked and was used only in emergencies, an artifacts room, two ritual rooms, a glass sun room, and finally an indoor garden which definitely did not house dangerous plants.

Hadrian loved his wing more then any space in the manor. It was dear to him and held much personal sentiment. No one was aloud in this wing without his express permission which made it even better. He could stay undisturbed for weeks at a time and no one could bother him except annoying gods of course.

Tic popped away once they reached Hadrian's chambers, not wanting to see something she shouldn't. Hadrian sets his trunk down on his bed and begins to unpack. He puts his robes away first, not wanting them to wrinkle, then begins putting away any dangerous items. Those go on the high shelves which line his bedroom walls. After those get sorted he takes the extra dangerous ones and puts them away in the artifact room along with his invisibility cloak which hangs on an invisible string in the middle of the room.

He spins the Peverell ring on his finger, debating on whether or not to put it away as well. He decides against it, not wanting Tom to find it one day and decide to steal it "back". The Peverell ring had somehow ended up on the hands of the Gaunt's which death was not happy about.

Death was even less happy upon finding out Tom had turned it into a horcrux as something so sacred should never be defiled at all let alone in such manor. Hadrian chuckles as he remembers having to listen to their rant about it. It lasted for hours. He spins the ring one more time before tightening it a bit, making sure it wouldn't fall off, before re applying the glamours placed upon it so Tom wouldn't recognize it. Granted, it's not like any of them noticed the jewelry Hadrian wore but still, better to be safe then sorry.

He leaves the artifact room, heading back to his chambers. He sighs happily once he notices he's almost finished. All that was left was to place the books from the chamber into his library. That itself took hours. Almost two hours later Hadrian flops down on his extra large bed, fully exhausted.

Today, as much fun as it had been, was draining on him. He glances up at the shelf sitting positioned above his four poster canopy bed (he's bougie). Just looking at the shelf brought him comfort. That shelf was the highest in the room and was where Tom's horcruxes lay. Well all except the ring which Hadrian wore at all times.

He hums gently as he turns his attention to his ring. Despite the ring only holding twelve point five of his mates soul it still brought him comfort. He slowly bring the ring to his lips and kisses it softly. The ring pulsed with magic for a moment which made him giggle. The horcruxes always gave off a pulse of magic when he kissed them, he thought it was the most adorable thing.

Hadrian jumps a little when Tic pops back into his room. "Master Hadrian. Everyone is waiting for master in the parlor sir. They say they wish to spend time with you before dinner."

Hadrian nods as he sits up. "Thank you Tic. What's on the menu for dinner?" He asks as he grabs the elf's hand. Tic was the only elf that had access to his chambers but only when necessary.

Tic grins as she walks with her master out of his wing. "Wes be having roast beef, potatoes, green beans, and special items for our guests sir."

Hadrian smiles at her thoughtfulness. Somehow Tic always knew when a creature had entered the manor and it warmed his heart when she put in so much effort to make them feel welcome. "You

are the most amazing elf Tic. Thank you so much."

Tic smiles more at the praise. "Thank you Master Hadrian!!" The rest of the way they made small talk, Tic was gossiping about some elves and Hadrian had told her of the stories from the school. Hadrian had been the first to arrive at the parlor but he didn't mind.

Soon enough the rest came and joined him. The parlor they were in was next to Hadrian's office that he used for club work. Everyone seemed to be doing their own things. Luna was sitting at Hadrian's feet, leaning her head gently on his knee reading a book. Hadrian himself was deep in thought.

Blaise was sitting in an chair next to the fire. The twins were playing exploding snap in front of the fire, a little too close in Hadrian's opinion. Draco was laying on the couch on the opposite wall also reading a book (for once). It has taken them about three hours to get fully settled in and another hour for the full tour of the castle (excluding hidden passages that Hadrian didn't want them to know about though he did show them the emergency exit ones).

"Brother." Luna calls as she looks up, successfully startling Hadrian out of his thoughts. "Yes little moon?" He asks, curious as to what she wanted.

Luna had a glint of mischief in her eye which Hadrian did not like at this particular moment. He wasn't sure what his sister was up too but he was sure he wouldn't like it. "Can you tell us a story? Perhaps one from your previous life? It has been so long since I've heard you sing." This got everyone's attention. The only people that knew of Hadrian's precious life were all sitting in this room (-Neville and some gods), it wasn't often he talked about it. Let alone told them a story about it.

Draco's head shoots up from his book. "Wait! You sing!?"

Hadrian groans. "Little moon why?" He asks over the chorus of "Sing sing sing!!!" coming from the twins.

Luna shrugs. "I feel like it is all brother dearest, I feel as though we all could use a bit of entertainment." As she spoke they four had gathered closer, sitting in a semi circle in front of Hadrian. Draco, of course, had pulled a chair over as sitting on the floor was too plebian.

"Oh please Hadrikins! You must sing for us! We demand it!" The twins shout, eagerly waiting for an answer.

Hadrian huffs. "You have to choose, a song about my past life or tarts for dessert." He smirks as he hears the twins and Blaise groan. He knew it was a hard decision.

Draco rolls his eyes. "I obviously vote for the song. I've never heard you sing and I demand it now that I know you have the ability. Besides, I'm getting tarts later anyway." His tone was completely smug as he crosses one leg over the other.

Luna nods. "Yes, I agree with Draconis. I wish to hear you sing again brother. It's been far too long, besides, I think we shall enjoy a story of your past life."

The twins quickly nod, adding to the votes for the song. Blaise was sad he wouldn't be getting any tarts but was also curious. Hadrian never spoke much about his past life except that it was not a happy one and was nothing like his current one.

Hadrian sighs. He had been feeling uneasy ever since they got home and singing did typically help his anxiety. "Fine..." He mumbles. He smiles slightly when he hears their cheers of victory. Luna

moves from her spot to the center of the semi circle. "Kreature." He calls, the elf popping up instantly.

"Yes Master Death?" He asks, curious as to why he was called when Hadrian was home.

"Can you get me Ignotus' guitar please?" Kreature nods at the request before popping away. Hadrian turns his head back to the five in front of him. "Not many know this but Ignotus had a talent for the arts. He spent many of his years performing around the globe." Kreature pops back up with a ashwood guitar with a black finish. The strings seem to made of tightly woven unicorn hair. There were silver designs carved into the sides. "Suppose thats where I got it from." He chuckles.

"Are you ready?" He asks as he grabs the guitar. "I'm a bit rusty." Kreature takes a seat in the circle as well, eager to see his master play. It had been quite a few months since Hadrian had last picked up the guitar. Hadrian slowly places the strap around him, getting it in the right position.

The group eagerly awaits as they watch Hadrian prepare. He checked the guitar over thoroughly, making sure there was no damage before strumming a single note. At once silver strings of magic floated around the room, they were light and felt of nothing but pure joy. The strings danced in swirls as Hadrian begun to play.

"It all started on a day like any other. All the salmon had swum to the sea." His voice probed the swirls of magic to dance more, shimming softly with his pure joy. "When my lover he darted away down the field... With the heart he had taken from me."

Luna and the twins frowned a little at this line, knowing that was when Hadrian had been rejected. He told them this part of the tale to warn them to be careful as rejection would tear them from the inside out.

"And my chest, though it ached, there was hope. A little beacon of light... Though the sunniest days were now stolen away. I still had Lucius by my side..." A smile tugs as Hadrian's lips as he continues. "And as he looked down at me with those wondering eyes I just knew I must protect him with my life. And make a land that is good and a land that is free for the better of him and of me."

Draco smiles wide as his best friend. It was truly remarkable how much Hadrian loved his father. He never truly knew why Hadrian did but that didn't matter. He could see the love swirling in Hadrian's eyes and that was more then enough for him. Destined mates or not one doesn't have that much love for someone so fast, it doesn't come easily either.

"We built these walls with our own fair hands through the wind and the rain and the snow. And I swore on my life I would stay by his side through whatever the world had to throw." The magic is in the room glowed softly. "So I summoned my friends to my side and we sung a familiar tune. As a final goodbye with our wands to the sky to our past as we started anew.." Hadrian laughs softly at the memory as he strums the guitar.

"We built these walls for our own fair hands through the wind, and the rain, and the snow. And I swore that I'd keep an unwavering faith to the man I had chosen as my home."

Draco smiles more. He could see the complete devotion in Hadrian's eyes and he could not be happier, without noticing he leans against George slightly.

Blaise listened to the song with a soft smile on his face, wondering if he'd have this much devotion to his mate one day.

George could not be happier that Draco was leaning against him, even if it was subconsciously. Fred was a little jealous so he scoots closer to Draco.

Luna was happy that her brother was finally talking about this. It was clear as day to her that what happened in his last life had left a large scar on him. She practically could see it starting to heal as he sings.

"Oh the dawn of the day set our castle aflame as the sun rose bloody and true. Spells burned through the skies as we swallowed our pride and ran with our backs to the moon to our demise... From a friend full of lies..." He frowns slightly at the verse but continues. "Oh the break of day shed it's light on our hearts left battered and bruised. All the hopes that we laid on the home that we made torn to pieces and left in the blue." The magic lost some of its shimmer as Hadrian sang the last words. "But my mate with an angry cry held the weight of the world in his hands. Took a trembling stand with his wand in hand as he muttered a final goodbye..."

Luna wipes the tears pricking at the corners of her eyes, her empathy getting the better of her. "One more brother dearest? Please?"

Hadrian sighs. "Really little moon?"

Luna nods. "Please brother. We wish to know more. You hardly talk about those times." She frowns, giving him her best puppy eyes. The twins joining in as well.

Draco nods. "I agree. I think it would do you well to talk about it more however I do not puppy eye."

Hadrian laughs lightly, shaking his head. "I cannot believe you." He sighs. "Alright. One more, but that's it. Dinner should be ready after this." Kreature had popped out after the song ended, apparently the feelings were too much for him.

He starts strumming again, more mystical silver magic flooding the room in swirls. "This is the last song I'll sing about them..." He glares slightly at the crowd causing them to laugh. "I need to move on. They would want me too. You were all that I wanted, I know they still are." He frowns slightly. "'Cause I've been alright, yeah, but you showed me better. I know things have changed but nothing feels different. I'm breaking my silence to say..." He takes a deep breath. With a loud strung of the guitar the magic glows brighter.

"If in another worlds time I'm still on your mind would you owl in? Say you want this? No matter where we are you still have my heart 'cause I locked it and I promise.. you're the locksmiths.." He grins as their amazed expressions when watching the magic. "We said forever and said it too soon. At least I know now nobody feels like you do." The magic continues floating about the room, occasionally touching someone and making them laugh.

"You were all that I wanted. I know that you still are. I'm breaking my silence to say.. if in another worlds time I'm still on your mind, would you owl in? Say you want this? No matter where we are, you still have my heart cause I locked it and I promise. You're the locksmiths." The smile on Hadrian's face only grows. "You're the ones that I can see myself growing old with. Build a house see it now you plant me roses and everything we dreamed came into focus. Here's to hopin'"

Hadrian's strumming slowly comes to a close. "Sorry that one was short but at least it was happier." He giggles as he places the guitar against his desk. "Alright, that's enough storytime for now. It's time for dinner." He waits for the others to get up before ushering them out of the parlor.

Before he closes the door he snaps his fingers causing the guitar and it's leftover magic to

disappear. The smile never left his face as the heard his friends laugh and play around. Tic was leading them with a large smile on her face. All the elves clearly enjoyed the new sense of life in the manor. The kitchen elves, who were lead by Toc, had made a large feast for dinner. Much larger then Tic had previously told them.

Despite eating dinner on the informal dining room it was still quite large. However instead of the typical extra long table they were sat at a round table as they ate. Hadrian liked the closeness quite a bit. You could find nothing but fondness, joy, and love in his eyes as he watched. He was truly happy.

Meddling Mates (jk they just care3)

Chapter Summary

Hadrian has fully exhausted himself but have no fear his mates are there to help

Hadrian sighs sleepily in his study. It was far too late to still be awake however he still has stuff to do. It was nearing two in the morning. He and his friends had spent the last eight hours having a muggle sleepover. Draco had thought the idea was horrible until the twins explained the concept. So for the last eight hours Hadrian was forced to stay awake, drinking, dancing, making pillow forts, and other such things. If he was exhausted before that's certainly an understatement now. Of course he wouldn't replace his time with them for the world but jeez who knew they could party so hard?

The last activity that they did was watch a movie. Everything except Hadrian had fallen asleep in the first hour. Hadrian had stayed in the parlor with them long enough to finish the movie before going to his study to finally write to his mates like he promised hours ago. He still couldn't believe he forgot. After writing this letter Hadrian had to do two other things, each going most likely going to take hours. First he had to head to Château de la Neutralité to check how business was going then after that he had to return home to make Draco's tarts that he demanded.

He sighs as he looks down at the parchment in front of him. No matter how hard he tried he just could not will himself to write. His body was just too exhausted. He knew this yet he picks up his quill anyway. His lines were a bit messier then usual due to his lack of sleep.

His eyes flutter closed, hand drooping. Hadrian didn't even notice his eyes had closed. The next thing he knew his head had slammed down on his desk, knocking over the bottle of ink.

Hadrian groans as he opens his eyes to, in his opinion, the absurdly bright dreamscape he shares with his mates. "Too bright." He mumbles. He drags his hands over his eyes as he lays there, lacking the energy to move at all. His head begins to pound causing him to groan once more. In his massive pool of self hate for having fell asleep he hadn't noticed the footsteps walking over to him.

"Hadrian!" Lucius says happily as he sits down next to his mate. "What's wrong darling?"

Hadrian groans quietly, curling in on himself. He was determined to not let any of his mates see him weak. "Nothing. 'M fine."

Severus scoffs. "Fine my arse." He gently sets a hand on Hadrian's forehead. "You don't have a fever."

Tom sighs in relief. "That's good." He knew a fever for a kitsune could turn deadly. "Why are you just now going to bed beloved?" He asks as he sits down as well, Severus following.

Hadrian huffs. "Still have things to do." He mumbles, scooting closer to Tom without realizing it. "Can't sleep too long. I gotta visit the chateau and bake. Then I can sleep." He lets his hands off his face slowly to look at Lucius. "Mm... I think Drakes gonna floo home tomorrow. Maybe. He might be too hungover."

Tom sighs softly as he runs his fingers through Hadrian's hair. "Hadrian, beloved, you can't be doing those things tonight. I may not know what time it is but I know it's very very late."

Hadrian huffs, pouting softly. "I need too. I've got responsibilities. Speaking of responsibilities I need to work on the plan for the trade some more." He sighs at the thought of having to do more work tonight. "Will you three be there?"

Tom nods. "Yes, we will."

Hadrian nods. "Good." Without noticing he cuddles into Tom's leg causing the elder to laugh.

Tom grins widely as he picks up Hadrian, setting the obviously exhausted kitsune in his lap. "Come now darling, it's time to rest. You need it."

Hadrian shakes his head but doesn't fight Tom's grasp. "No.." He grumbles, leaning his head on his mates chest. He could feel Lucius and Severus cuddling into his and Tom's sides. "This isn't very proper of you Mr traditional dark lord." He says in regards to their position.

Tom barks out a laugh as he shakes his head. "I believe we can forgo the formalities this once. Though do expect gifts and dates soon beloved. We have many things planned."

Hadrian shakes off a yawn as he nods. "I'll hold you to that then. Your courting gifts are already ready." That was a bold face lie. They were not ready. Though they would be soon. Hadrian would just have to break into Hogwarts, no big deal truly.

Lucius smiles softly as he runs his fingers down Hadrian's spine chasing the submissive to shiver. "Come darling, tell us about your day. I'm sure you've had a very fun last few hours."

Hadrian scoffs, rolling his eyes. "Don't even get me started." He huffs. He smiles softly before starting to tell them about all the fun adventures that happened once he got home. Of course he didn't say anything about the singing nor Hogwarts, neither of those things he wanted his mates to know. He was a bit concerned when he brought up the (large) amount his friends drank at the sleepover but Lucius brushed those worries off saying Draco always got into his expensive wine supply at home.

Without even realizing it Hadrian had started to fall asleep in the comforting arms of his mates. Tom's arms were wrapped around his waist, Lucius was tracing patterns onto his back, and Severus was holding his hands tight. After what seemed like forever of talking Hadrian felt himself fully relax into his mates arms, allowing himself to drift off to sleep. "Get some sleep trickster.." He hears Severus whisper softly. "You deserve it."

Tom sighs softly once he feels Hadrian's breath even out. "He needs to sleep more... He looks sick."

Lucius nods. "He does." He frowns softly, face laced with concern. "He could also use more meals.. he's too skinny for his age."

Severus nods. "I agree." He wondered just how his mate had to of been treated for him to be this underweight. Sure he wasn't skin and bones but he definitely wasn't his proper weight. He slowly starts to brush his fingers through Hadrian's hair, loving how soft it was.

"How..." Lucius starts. "How bad had he of been treated to be this malnourished?" He asks.

Tom shakes his head. "Quite a bit I'm afraid... Even I wasn't this bad." The two dominants wince slightly. They heard how Tom had been treated at the orphanage and the fact that their mate had

been treated worse did not sit well.

Lucius shakes his head. "It's alright. He's got us now. Even if he never tells us we'll still make sure he's treated so much better."

And so the three began planning. Planning what? Well many things. First was how to get Hadrian to open up about his past. Second was how to help him. And third was future dates, gifts, and courting procedures. It was good that Severus had found that book or else they'd be completely lost in that aspect. In the short amount of time they had known him they all had grown to care for Hadrian deeply and were determined to things properly.

As they quieted down one thought lingered in the air. "What happened to him?"

A Sweet Morning

Chapter Summary

Hadrian baked plus some info about his species!

(It's just a filler chapter tbh-)

Hadrian groans as he wakes, face and hair sticky. He sighs as he looks at the absolute mess his desk is. The parchment was soaked thoroughly with ink as well as his face and parts of his hair. With a snap of his fingers Tic pops up.

"Yes Master Hadrian?" She asks then squeaks at the mess. "Shameful Master Hadrian!!! You should know better then to fall asleeps at yous desk!! For shame!!" She scolds as she uses house elf magic to clean.

Hadrian sighs again but nods. "Thank you Tic. I know, I'll try not too again." He gives the elf a small tired smile. "What time is it?"

Tic crosses her arms. "Tis far too early for master to be awakes!"

Hadrian nods. "I'm sure, but please, the time?"

Tic sighs, shaking her head. "Master Hadrian never does get enough sleep." She scolds again. "Tis five thirty Master Hadrian."

Hadrian smiles fondly. "Thank you Tic. I'm gonna go wash, can you let the kitchen elves know I'll be down to bake in let's say an hour?"

Tic nods. "Tic shall Master Hadrian!" With a smile on her face she pops out of his study. Hadrian pouts softly as he sets his head in his hands. Today would be an extremely busy day. He mentally ran over his to do list as he walked back to his chambers.

"First shower, second bake, third check on the chateau, forth prepare the ritual, fifth maybe invite mates over? Yes. I'll have Draco send them an invite. I'll write a formal one before I leave." Once his mental list was straight he hops into the shower. It took him almost a full hour to get the ink stain off his face and most of it off his hair. His wolf cut hair still had some black stained splotches but Hadrian decided he didn't mind.

After using a standard drying charm he quickly dresses in his formal robes for today. Hadrian slips on a pair of fancy heeled boots before stepping out of his chambers. He sets his cloak on the hook by the front door before he walks into the kitchen. He noticed all the elves had already vacated. Despite his kind nature most elves were still skittish or scared of him. He grabs his apron from the hook before getting out his recipe book.

He was humming to himself as he got the ingredients together for Draco's favorite strawberry tarts. Since he had a bit of extra time on his hands he decided to go the extra mile and design flowers and berries into the pastry before he put it under a cooling charm to set.

As he waited for the pastry dough he began making the strawberry mixture with used real

strawberries and heaps of sugar (per Draco's demand). Hadrian honestly had no clue how Draco ate something so sweet but shrugged it off to his Veela side, veela's were known to have an obsession with sweet things.

Just as he got the mixture done he heard the timer ding for the pastry. His humming picks up as he dances around the kitchen preparing many many tarts. He may have gotten a bit overzealous as he notices a large amount of leftover pastry.

He frowns a bit before deciding to use the rest to make a large treacle tart for everyone to enjoy later as a treat. After setting the two dozen strawberry tarts in the oven he got started on the treacle one which was surprisingly easy.

Hadrian had spent nearly two hours in the kitchen making these deserts. He was finishing the strawberry tarts with their chocolate swirl atop when he heard the kitchen door open.

"Hello brother." Luna greets as she walks in.

Hadrian smiles, a hint of tiredness in his eyes. "Hello little moon." He hums softly as his soul sister gives him a side hug. "Can you let Draco and Blaise know we'll need them as witnesses tonight?"

Luna nods. "I shall. Decided to move things up?" She asks, realizing how the ritual should've been done Sunday and it was only Friday.

Hadrian nods again. "Yes. I'm going to need my rest Sunday. I realized when I awoke that doing a ritual after my feast would be dangerous. And also highly unstable. I want to make sure everything is safe and controlled tonight."

Luna nods. "I see." She pauses for a moment. "Go feast a bit tonight, collect some souls. If you don't you shall not have enough energy for the raid."

Hadrian sighs. "If you insist little moon." He absolutely hated when his sister doted on him.

Luna smiles. "Think of it this way. If you hunt some tonight you shall impress your mates more. Perhaps hunt whilst you're out this afternoon, I believe you might be getting a rather important invitation later."

Hadrian only nods, focusing his attention on the tarts once more. He put collect a few souls in- between check on the chateau and prepare for the ritual on his metal list. He should have time for it then. He hums happily once his finishes the tarts, glad to finally be done.

He could tell Luna was right in her assessment that he needed souls. As a Seishin he was required to feast on souls to live. He typically only feasted during raids which is part of the reason the raids existed in the first place. Normally he'd feast on the massive amounts of souls and be good for at least a year however the last raid was an incredibly small one, only feeding him for two months. Getting ones soul eaten was seen as a date worse then death hence why Hadrian never went out and ate randomly, his targets were always pre chosen.

He could feel his body and magic getting weaker overtime, it always happened when he went without souls for awhile. Eventually it would end up killing him, one of the few ways he could actually die as a servant of death.

He smiles softly as his sisters thoughtfulness. Once he took off his apron he headed back up to his wing. After writing a quick letter to his mates about possibly meeting tonight, handing (read; sliding it under Draco's door with a request to deliver it then running away like a coward) it to Draco he went back down to the entrance hall. He grabbed his cloak from the hook before

disappearing in a puff of mist.

The Chateau

Chapter Summary

Hadrian gets a new wand, heads to the Chateau, and finally gets a semi pleasing surprise

Ps he hates paperwork

Hadrian grins widely as he appears at the entrance to Knockturn Alley. He had realized when leaving that it certainly was not a smart idea to be seen without a wand, despite is general lack of actually using it.

After the most agonizing time of his life he comes out of the wandmakers with a ten inch wand made of Aspen and blackthorn with kitsune fur and dementor cloak. He surely scared the wandmaker a bit with that last one but it didn't matter for he was proud of his wand. His wand was as grey as he for Aspen and kitsune fur were considered traditional light objects whereas blackthorn and dementor cloak were considered dark.

He was more then happy with his wand. It looked positively gorgeous as well with it's woods twisting around each other in a beautiful black and white swirl. He smiles wide as he secures his wand into its beautiful black dragon hide holster.

He thought about the uniqueness of his wand the entire way to the chateau. He knew a wand like this shouldn't be possible but then again, he's done alot of things that shouldn't be possible. He decides to ignore the uniqueness of it for now, knowing if any god he knew of had interfered they'd own up to it. Eventually.

Soon enough he arrived at the glass door to the chateau. The door was as unique as the entire building. The aesthetic of the chateau was monochrome royalty with the added color of the unique lights that floated around the place. The door itself was made of glass and had beautiful black iron attatched to it's front making patterns of flowers and vines.

He took a deep breath as he grabbed the handle. It had been so long since he actually stepped foot in the building. It felt like he was coming home and in a way he was. He distinctly remembered himself squatting in an old abandoned building that could never possibly be this beautiful. At the time it was an absolute disaster, leaks everywhere, large holes in the walls, crumbling ceilings. This building practically was the poster child for being old and decrepit. Now, it was flourishing.

Hadrian smiles wide as he opens the door. The entrance hall was basked in a soft purple glow which just made it all the more enchanting. He could hear a few people having lunch in the dining hall so he opted to avoid it, instead he heads to Andromeda's office.

He saw the few odd people around and gave them a polite nod as he passed. He cocks his head as he hears talking. On his way towards her office he passed by a quaint sitting room. He saw Andromeda sitting with a man, back towards him so he couldn't see his face. However what he could see was that all too familiar fluffy dark brown hair with thick curls at the end.

He shakes his head fondly as he looks in, a large smile on his face. Andromeda noticed him almost

immediately but before he could see anything he put a finger to his lips in a shushing motion, silently asking the woman to be quite.

Andromeda smiles fondly and slightly nods as she turns her attention back to Tom. Hadrian couldn't tell what he was talking about but he didn't care.

Hadrian's smile grows as he silently walks into the room, ending his steps directly behind Tom. He bites his bottom lip as he leans down. His breath was hot as he spoke directly into his mates ear. "Hello Tommy boy~" He teases.

The dominant jumps nearly completely out of his chair as he whirls his head back to look at Hadrian. Hadrian immediately bursts out laughing at his reaction. "Hello Tom." He smiles wide with mischief.

Tom chuckles, shaking his head fondly. "Hello my beloved." He sets down his tea before standing up and rounding the chair. He slowly takes Hadrian's hand and presses a chaste kiss to his knuckles.

Hadrian blushes fiercely before looking away. He clears his throat as he looks back to Tom. "What are you doing here?" He asks curiously. He saw a few papers on the table of what appeared to be decoration ideas.

Tom only smirks before interlocking their fingers. "I'm here for you darling. I've decided to take you out on a date today."

Hadrian's eyes blow wide, his blush spreading down his neck and to the tips of his ears (a sight Tom thoroughly enjoyed). "Wh- what?" He was sure he had heard wrong.

Tom chuckles at his submissive's disbelief. "I'm taking you out on a date today darling. Just us. Severus is busy cleaning up messes at Hogwarts and Lucius is drowning in paperwork so I figured this would be the ideal time to snag you for myself. Unless your busy of course?"

Hadrian quickly shakes his head. "N- No-! Not busy. Not busy at all." He quickly says before Tom could rescind his offer. "What do you have in mind?" He asks, wondering what the delightfully insightful man in front of him had thought of.

Tom's smirk only grows at Hadrian's eagerness. "That's a surprise my dear. However, am I right to assume you have some work to do first?" He asks as he presses another kiss to Hadrian's knuckles.

Hadrian pouts. "Alas, how unfortunate that I do." He sighs dramatically as he turns his attention back to Andromeda. "I assume everything's been going well?"

Andromeda nods. "Indeed it has. I see things have certainly been going well for you." She comments with a smirk.

Hadrian playfully rolls his eyes. "Yes, things have been going very very well." He smiles as he looks back to Tom. "There! Business is now done!"

Andromeda tsks and shakes her head. "Oh no you don't mister. There is a rather large pile of paper work at your desk that needs to be tended too."

Hadrian pouts. "But 'Meda!"

Andromeda shakes her head again. "Nope. You're not getting out of paperwork just because your lover has deemed it now to take you out. You may leave once your work is completed. I'm sure

Tom won't mind."

Tom laughs softly in amusement as he nods. "She is right my dear, I don't mind." He presses a chaste kiss to the submissive's cheek, stunning him for a moment. "I can wait." He slowly lets go of Hadrian's hand. "Go get your work done." There were unsaid words hanging in the air but Hadrian could care less.

Hadrian pouts a bit more but nods. "Fiineee. I suppose I'll go do my work." He huffs playfully as he turns his back on the pair.

Tom smirks as he takes his seat again. "Good boy." He calls as the man leaves, earning a surprised "Eep!" from his mate.

Andromeda laughs softly. "You truly are perfect for him. Maybe now the paperwork will finally be getting done around here."

Tom laughs as well, shaking his head softly. "I can't change him that much I'm afraid." Once their laughter ceases they return their attention to the plans laid out on the table.

Meanwhile Hadrian was grumbling whilst he walked to his office. "Stupid mates calling me stupid pleasing words and doing even stupider pleasing things. Hmph. How dare he offer to take me out and then make me do paperwork! How cruel!" He whimpers pitifully as he sits down behind his desk. "Hmph. This date better be worth it. I will not stand for something mediocre." He knew that was a lie. Even if it was just a simple walk in a park he knew he'd love it. Anything from Tom, and his other mates, he would love.

"He best impress me. I hate paperwork."

Eavesdropping isn't nice Tom

Chapter Summary

Tom eavesdrops on an important conversation. Hadrian has a visit with his "aunt"

Chapter Notes

Have a longer chapter! Sorry I didn't update yesterday, I was too tired hehe

When Tom woke to an empty bed that morning the last thing he expected himself to do was to plan an extravagant date for his submissive. Yet, here he was. In the Chateau. Which his mate owns. Planning an extravagant date night. What could go wrong?

Alot apparently.

You see, Tom had everything planned out ahead of time, everything. Even the color of the table cloth. However, what he hadn't planned was for his mate to have an unexpected guest.

Hadrian had left the parlor where Andromeda and he were about thirty minutes ago. Tom knew paperwork tended to take awhile so he didn't mind waiting. What he did mind however, was the loud crash that came from down the hall. Instantly he sprang up, Andromeda following, and ran towards the noise, worried about his mate.

"Hadrian Azrael Perevell!!!!" Was yelled throughout the halls in a loud woman's voice. Her voice was slightly high pitched due to her anger. The voice has a vaguely French accent.

Tom instantly became on alert. He didn't know what was going on but he knew one thing, whoever that was, was yelling at his mate. And he would stand for it.

Andromeda grabs Tom's arm tightly from behind as he recognizes the voice. "Tom. You can't go in there."

Tom growls before yanking his arm away from her. "Hell I can't!!! My mate could be in danger!!! I will be going!!!"

"You insufferable boy!!!! How dare you!!!! How dare you pretend to off yourself and not tell me first!!!!" The woman screams, her screams rattling the windows.

Tom continued to run. As he got closer he could Hadrian was calm and okay so he calmed a little as well.

Hadrian sighs. "Auntie." He rests his cheek on his hand. "Are you quite done your screaming?"

The woman, who Tom saw had long bright pink hair and a lighter pink mist swirling around her, shook her head. "I am not!!! Do you know how worried I was when Kismet ran to me and shouted in all her psychopathic glory that you were dead!?"

Hadrian sighs again. "Auntie, please sit down. You are rattling my building. Also, this is a conversation much better suited for home. Behind closed doors. Where an entire building cannot hear."

The woman huffs. "You little brat!" She growls. "Oo you're so lucky I love you!"

Hadrian scoffs, rolling her eyes. "Auntie, you love everyone. It's literally impossible for you to not."

The woman rolls her eyes. "Yes yes whatever. Now." She quickly flops down in the chair. "How are things going my darling little nephew?"

Hadrian sighs, shaking his head at her mood swings. "Still not your nephew." He mumbles as he

turns his attention back to the paperwork on his desk. "Would be better if I didn't have to deal with paperwork." He groans.

The woman laughs heartily, a large smile on her face. "Oh Hadrian. You wouldn't have to deal with paperwork if you just stayed with us!" She pouts. She was not happy with her nephew's decisions to stay in the mortal world.

Tom cocks his head, leaning against the wall. He wanted to stay for the rest of this woman's visit. It was clear she was temperamental and he would not have anything happening to his mate.

Hadrian scoffs. "I'm not staying there. First of all, Kismet sees me as her fucking chew toy and I will not be around her more then necessary. Secondly, your system is corrupt as fuck and I hate it. Third, I hate the majority of people there."

The woman nods. "That's fair." She pouts. "At least come visit me and your uncle soon? Also sorry for all the mood swings dear, the baby has me very temperamental."

Tom thought it weird that she used the term temperamental like he had inside of the typical moody but shrugged it off. Not like this woman could read his mind.

Hadrian nods. "I know, it's okay Milo. I can tell that bundle is going to cause trouble."

The woman, Milo, nods again with a laugh. "Yes she is. I was thinking the name Sadiq for her. A powerful name for a powerful girl no?"

Hadrian smiles brightly as he looks up at the woman. "Oh that's perfect! I'm sure she'll be just like it."

Milo nods. "I hope. We truly do not want another bad one roaming around."

Hadrian frowns. "But you'd love her nonetheless?"

Milo quickly nods. "Of course! This is my little bundle of joy! How could I not?" She sighs softly. "I'm sorry Hadrian, I shouldn't have suggested as such. I know how things are-"

Hadrian cuts her off before she could finish. "No. Don't." He sets his head in his hands. "It's fine." He pauses. "Things... Are getting better... They still aren't great but I think the years of being separated have been doing them both good... James... He's still..." He wipes his eyes. "Still an asshole. Lily... She's.. fine? I suppose? I haven't visited in awhile.. I just don't like it up there."

Milo nods. "I understand that darling. It must be hard to visit. You're surrounded by death so it makes sense you don't want to be in a place that mimics life like that." She smiles as she changes topics. "How are your siblings? Doing well I hope?"

Hadrian laughs softly. "Luna is... Luna. Fred and George are doing well. They're currently trying to get Draco Malfoy to recognize them and his mates." He laughs more. "It's going horribly. Though granted they aren't doing things seriously, they're doing things the twins way. If they do things by Veela law he would've figured it out by now. But, since they're kitsunes they're starting the process with kitsune law. Which means a lot of trickery and seduction."

Milo laughs. "I'm sure they're doing wonderfully. They're doing a lot better then they think." She winks playfully. "It shouldn't be too much longer now before the actual courting process begins for them. Draco's hot on their tails."

Hadrian laughs. "Auntie, they don't have tails. They're far too young!"

Milo chuckles as she nods. "I know dear. They aren't even a day old technically!"

Hadrian smiles. "Don't worry, I have things covered. They're going to be staying with Otohime during their rite. I don't want them in more danger then necessary."

Milo shakes her head. "Hadrian, you know you're not aloud to interfere."

Hadrian nods. "I won't.. I'll just be giving... Subtle hints before it's time." He sighs tiredly as he looks at the woman.

Milo sighs. "Hadrian. You haven't fed have you?"

Hadrian shakes his head. "I haven't had time. The last raid was too small, they're weren't enough

people and I couldn't push up tomorrow's. I'll be fine auntie. I can handle practically two more days."

Milo glares softly at him. "You will not. I can tell you're feeling drained. You need to go feed. Ask Nimue to give you some of hers, I don't think anyone would care if one or two sinners go missing."

Hadrian sighs. "Auntie I can't. That's against my code. I'll be fine. I was going to go feed after I got the work done but Tom showed up and he wants to take me out and honestly I'd really really like to go-"

Milo cuts him off this time. "Tom. Can handle you being a little later then planned."

Tom shivers. He practically could feel her eyes glaring at him through the wall but she was right. He'd gladly wait longer if that ment his love wasn't feeling tired.

Milo smirks slightly. "Besides, I think it's about time you drained those ex relatives of yours."

Hadrian shakes his head. "Can't. If I drain them then it'll look like his death wasn't a actual suicide. I need the suicide idea to stick auntie. I can't have people questioning things. I need things to work auntie. People can't ask questions."

Milo sighs. "Hadrian, no matter what people are always going to question. Especially people you don't want too." She reaches her hand across the desk and grabs Hadrian's. "I promise you, things will work out. And if it doesn't you have the benefit of being a Perevell." She winks again.

Tom growls quietly. He didn't like how this woman was acting towards his mate. Though Hadrian's words did have him questioning things. Why hasn't Hadrian fed? What does he need to feed on? Who are his relatives that this woman wants him to drain? What does draining mean? Who did he kill? Why did he frame it as suicide? What does being a Perevell have to do with anything?

Hadrian shakes his head. "Auntie no... I.." He sighs. "I can't do that Auntie. It broke me apart the first time. If things don't work out now then I'm not trying again... I." He pauses. "I... Can't handle that again... It was horrible..."

Milo sighs gently, a frown on her face. "I know dear... You were an absolute wreck when Inari found you... I promise. We'll do everything we can to make sure you won't do through that again."

Hadrian's frown deepens. "Milovat..."

Milk frowns at her full name but let's him continue.

"You can't do that. Interfering will break the code of conduct. Inari already got imprisoned because of that once. I won't see anyone else do something so stupid." Hadrian says, a hint of danger to his voice.

Milo sighs gently. "Dear. What happened with Inari... was entirely their fault. The broke the rules on purpose. It was entirely selfish of them. They didn't do it for the good of anyone else."

Hadrian sighs, his frown deepening. "I know... I just don't want that to happen to anyone else... Your owner-"

Milo scoffs. "I can't believe you put it like that-"

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "Am I wrong?"

Milo shakes her head as she laughs. "No but correct term would be ruler."

Hadrian huffs. "Yeah I'm not calling her that. Anyway." He continues. "She is a vindictive evil fuck. You know this. Inari knows this. Everyone knows!" He crosses his arms as he leans back against his chair.

Milo sighs. "Hadrian. If you keep talking about her like that-"

Hadrian shakes his head. "I don't care. She can kill me if she wants. I don't fear death. I know what's waiting for me on the other side. Nimue and Azazel wouldn't let anything bad happen to me even if she can kill me."

Milo shakes her head, a fond smile on her face. "The fact that you know she has no control over them astounds me."

Hadrian laughs. "Yeah well, you learn things when you spend that much time in Kiri's archives." He shrugs. The pair laugh together for a moment more before Milo stands.

"Alright dear. I've got to get back before Valka destroys this place trying to find me." She grins as she looks down at Hadrian.

Tom notices now that this woman is extremely tall, easily seven feet if not eight.

Hadrian laughs. "Yeah thanks, I'd rather not have his ass destroy my building. He can get violent."

Milo laughs softly. "He can but I married him." She grins playfully before vanishing his like of paperwork. "There. Now you have time to go feed before your date." She winks.

Hadrian blushes slightly at the mention of his date. "Yes... Right." He chuckles. "Thank you Milo, though I do hope you actually filed all that instead of just vanishing it." He shoots her an accusatory glare.

Milo puts a hand her to chest as she puts on an offended act. "How dare you accuse me of such." She gasps. "I'll have you know I'm a very good rule following human!"

Hadrian scoffs. "The fact that you'd lower yourself to such-"

Milo rolls her eyes. "You're starting to sound like Inari now."

Hadrian laughs. "That's the point aunt dearest. She's practically my mother."

Milo shivers. "Gosh don't remind me. How I wish you could've been my son instead."

Hadrian rolls his eyes playfully. "You're just jealous I get to stay in the mortal plane for eternity because of my job."

Milo huffs. "Yes. I am." She laughs softly. "Come visit soon dear, Valka misses your sparring sessions."

Hadrian makes a sound between a groan and a scoff. "You mean the ass kicking sessions he always gives me?" He chuckles. "I'll try to pop by soon auntie."

Milo nods. "Good. Oh and bring those mates of yours with you or your banned from the house." She smirks devilishly.

Hadrian gapes. "Auntie!?"

Milo nods. "You heard me. Bring them with you. I'm sure they would love the experience."

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "They would not be able to handle it." He states as he stands. "Tom would quickly be overloaded with all the information as would Severus."

Milo cocks her head. "What about Lucius dear nephew?"

Hadrian sighs. "That's a... Complicated case... Since he's technically one of yours I'd assume he'd be fine but I'm not risking putting any of them in danger. Bringing them for a visit would do exactly that."

Milo sighs but raises her hands in surrender. "Yes, I suppose you're right. I'll just have to bring him for a visit to your home then."

Hadrian thinks for a moment. "Well... It would be interesting to see how wards react to you.."

Milo instantly shakes her head. "Oh no. No, no, no, no, no. You are not using me and my husband for your experiments."

Hadrian glares at her softly with his arms crossed. It's more a challenging glare then a malicious one. "Then I guess you meeting my mates will have to wait."

Milo groans. "Fine!!! But only if I give them the honorary hurt you and they die speech." She glares back, equally as challenging.

Hadrian sighs but nods. "Fine but I doubt they'd hurt me."

Milo quickly shakes her head but doesn't comment. Instead she frowns a little.

Hadrian frowns a little. "Trust me, I'm making it difficult." He says, putting a smile on both their faces.

Milo nods. "Good. I wouldn't have it any other way." She walks around the desk and kisses both his cheeks. "Be safe tomorrow, don't do anything we- I-" she quickly corrects. "Wouldn't do." She smiles wide as she smooshes his cheeks in her hands. "My amazing little nephew."

Hadrian laughs as he leans into her hands. "My oh so amazing auntie."

Milo quickly kisses his cheeks again. "I'll bring Valka by say Sunday? Does that work? It'll be the day after your raid so you'll have enough energy to spar."

Hadrian giggles softly. "You mean get my ass kicked." He comments but nods. "Yeah. Just show up in my ritual room? Or will you be normal for once and use the floo?"

Milo laughs. "Oh no no no dear nephew. Me and your uncle are above such things." She smiles wide. "I might even bring a few others, I'll see who's busy."

Hadrian sighs. "This is going to turn into a torture Hadrian session isn't it?"

Milo grins widely. "Oh come now nephew!! I know you miss us!!" She hugs him tightly. "We hardly ever see you anymore so of course we have to tease or as you put it torture you."

Hadrian quickly hugs the woman back, careful of her bump. "I know auntie." He slowly pulls back. "Stay safe. I'll see you and anyone else you decide to drag along Sunday." He kisses both her

cheeks. "Au revoir."

Milo smiles wide before pulling him in for another quick hug. "Au revoir my dear nephew. Me and Valka shall see you Sunday. We'll be sure to make an entrance." She smirks mischievously before disappearing in a puff of pink glittery smoke.

All Tom could think was "What the bloody hell." He sighs softly. "Sunday is sure to be interesting. At least I have a new side project." He was determined to figure out who exactly these people were. They seemed important to Hadrian so that ment they were important to him too. Plus, this is the second time some of those name shave been mentioned. He'll have to check with Lucius later to see if he found those books.

"She's such a drama queen." Hadrian chuckles as he shakes his head.

"Who?" Tom asks as he steps inside the room, making it seem like he had just arrived.

Hadrian jumps. "What the fuck!?" He was clearly surprised by Tom's sudden appearance.

Tom smiles guiltily. "Oops? Sorry beloved."

A Despairing Place

Chapter Summary

Here, take it *shoves some angst at you*

Next chapter should be longer and maybe a bit more angsty ( I swear- it's not that sad-)

Tom says his temporary goodbyes and Hadrian goes to feed

Chapter Notes

See the end of the chapter for notes

Hadrian giggles softly at the stupid smile on his dominant's face. He walks out from behind his desk.

Tom smiles wide as Hadrian takes a few steps closer. There was a slight predatory look to his eyes as he looks Hadrian up and down, admiring the pure black suit and cloak he was wearing. "You look positively delicious beloved."

Hadrian blushes hard, gaze sweeping to the floor. "Thank you. You look quite handsome yourself." He says as he looks back into his mates crucio red eyes.

A faint blush dusts Tom's cheeks. "So, care to share who that woman was?" He asks cheekily.

Hadrian laughs softly. "That was er." He pauses for a moment. "My aunt, though we aren't actually related. She just insists I call her auntie. Her name is Milovat."

Tom nods. "I see. Well she seems pleasant."

Hadrian shakes his head. "Yeah, when she isn't screaming my ear off." He chuckles. "Her and my uncle, Valka, will be coming over Sunday. They might bring some others it just depends."

Tom smirks softly as he gently takes Hadrian's hand. "I guess we'll just have to work hard to impress them hm?"

Hadrian blushes more then chuckles. "Oh yes. They do not impress easily." He giggles softly when he remembers the last time Valka was ever impressed which was on his wedding day, millions of years ago.

Tom smiles softly as he squeezes Hadrian's hand. "I'm sure everything will be fine beloved." He brings Hadrian's hand to his lips and kisses his knuckles. "Are you ready for our date?"

Hadrian shakes his head. "I will be in a bit. I need to run an errand first. I hope you don't mind?" He smiles slightly, hoping Tom wouldn't mind waiting a little longer.

Tom nods as he squeezes Hadrian's hand again. "It's quite alright darling. I shall wait as long as you need." He smiles softly, a true genuine smile which reaches his eyes quickly. "I should go make sure Severus hasn't brewed himself to a coma." He laughs softly with Hadrian for a moment. "Once your business is over shall you floo to Lucius' manor? I shall adjust the wards for you."

Hadrian smiles as he nods. "If that's what you'd like I will." He seemed a little hesitant to go but Tom took his verbal confirmation in earnest.

Tom presses a quick kiss to Hadrian's cheek. "I shall meet you at the manor then beloved." He says before disapparating on the spot.

Hadrian sighs softly before exiting his office. He stops by Andromeda's office, saying a quick goodbye and assuring her the paperwork was completed (He was 50% sure it was-) before disapparating as well.

--

Hadrian groaned softly as he leaned against the outer walls of Alcatraz prison. Cross continent apparation was not fun, especially for Hadrian who's body hates all modes of magical transport except a few. He blinks a few times, steadying himself for the enjoyable process again. In Alcatraz it wasn't uncommon for few patients to seemingly loose themselves or turn up dead a year so this was his chosen prison when in need of a quick meal.

Death typically requested him to feed on humans who were not found guilty of crimes but he figured with the raid coming tomorrow night she wouldn't be too mad about loosing a few mortals who were already serving for their crimes.

Despite Alcatraz being a muggle prison he could easily feel the presence of dementors in the air. That did not sit well with him. Despite being a fellow creature of death he did not like dementors at all. He remembered in his last life they always brought back memories of his parents deaths (who he later figured out were assholes). Since those times he blatantly refused to be near any out of fear that the memories they brought back would change.

He took a deep breath, mentally preparing himself for anything that may happen. He braced himself for what he felt would be an extremely unpleasant visit. He slowly wrapped himself in as many disillusionment charms he could muster, not having the strength to keep up any kitsune illusions.

He strife quickly into Alcatraz, his steps purposeful and quick. He didn't waste time, walking past the guards with haste. He could feel more dementors as he walked deeper into the depressing prison. "I should've just went to Azkaban." He complains internally.

His steps slow as he comes to face the darkest corner. They're weren't many prisoners left here. This was known as the death wing of prison. All prisoners here were sentenced to death no matter what, some would reside there till their dying days whilst others would reside till their execution date.

He paced the halls for a moment before deciding randomly on three men. They were the closest to death so it wouldn't seem too suspicious. Granted, he didn't care. He was hungry enough to drain the entire wing of the prison.

Which he did.

Gladly.

He drained the entire wing of Alcatraz prison of their souls and felt no remorse. Those people were the worst kinds so he felt no need to feel sorry for their fate. For anyone being eaten by a Seishin Kitsune was known a fate worse then death. Having their soul eaten by a kitsune caused many things to happen. One; Their soul would be trapped in an endless black or white void (depending on the person's innocence), their senses would dull overtime. Only once their senses were fully gone and their body fully decomposed only then their soul transfer to their predetermined afterlife. Second; Their body would take decades to deteriorate. First the body would drain of all it's color, Second the body would loose all it's hair, Third the blood would slowly start to vanish. Once these steps were completed the body would begin to decompose. Essentially their soul would be trapped in that endless void until their body died or they lost all sense of self, whichever happened last (the body was typically last).

Hadrian's muscles twitched angrily as the souls emotions flowed through him. It was an unwelcome side effect but a price he was willing to pay. He always felt extremely violent after a feeding. His anger channeled itself through his magic, small lightning strikes dancing off his fingers.

His fingers and arms twitch as his magic runs through his veins. He shakes his head, trying to get himself under control. In his whirlwind of anger he didn't feel the dementors closing in, not happy that he's taken their meal.

All of a sudden his typical anger was replaced with overwhelming sadness and despair.

"Lucius!!!!" His screams echo through his ears as flashes of memories fly by. "No no no!!!" He screams, collapsing to his knees as he sees the memory of Lucius at the final battle.

"Don't worry my love... You'll be okay." Lucius says, leaving his body behind some rocks. "I'll be alright. I'll come back. Have faith."

Hadrian felt himself fading as he weakly protested. He could do nothing to stop Lucius from walking towards their other mates. "No!! Lucius please!" His weak, desperate voice pleaded as he barely lifted himself enough to see his lover. "Lucius please!! You'll get yourself killed!"

Lucius ignored his pleas as he stomped angrily towards the two men who had their wands drawn. "How dare you!!!" Tears weld in his eyes. "He is your mate! Your soul Tom Marvolo Riddle! How dare you try to kill him!!"

No other word was said except, "Avada Kadabra." Tom, no Voldemort's voice was uncaring and empty as he fired the curse directly into Lucius' chest.

Hadrian used his remaining strength to speak. "Dominus meus, in adiutorium veniat, animam meam pro anima sua reddam." He didn't get to see if it worked before white flooded his vision. He hoped and prayed that it did for his soul would never rest if not. He heard screams of anger and anguish surrounding his otherwise peaceful death. "Hadrian!!!!!" That one scream shattered his peaceful death. Even in his last moments he could still remember Lucius' voice. "Lucius... My amica cara... Keep your promise, for in our next life we have our deserved eternity. Together, all four of us. If fate shall have it." He thought as the white faded to an empty monochrome plain, only barren trees as landscape.

Chapter End Notes

Okay y'all- sO- reason this chapter is out late hehe- I started writing a new hp fic! Wooo! I posted the first five chapters today so if you'd like go give it some love. Atm it's main ship is tomarry but Lucius or Severus could easily be added if the urge strikes, maybe both, I am very found of the ship hehe

It's an amnesia Harry fic, if you'd like to check it out you can find it on my profile 3

Zetsubō

Chapter Summary

Angst angst angst angst

Warnings warnings warnings

Take some sadness :)

Chapter Notes

Warnings; Wanting to die, mentions of dying, lots of pain, lots of angst, panic attack, flashbacks, just general unhappiness and angst

Hadrian could feel the dementors kissing him but he didn't have the mental energy to conjure a patronus. He felt it, his magic was whirling around him in angry strikes trying it's best to keep the dementors away from his panicked mind. Hadrian was too far gone to care however.

"Lucius!"

Sounds from a temporarily forgotten past filled his mind.

"Don't chase me you git! I have the child!"

"That's not a child Harry that's a snake!"

"She's my child just like Nagini is Tom's sister!"

"You're impossible."

Hadrian wasn't sure why the flashbacks had become happy, perhaps it was the dementors way of apologizing? He didn't know. What he did know what these happy memories only added to his despair. These memories made him yearn for what once was.

"Come! I've made your favorite."

"Darling, let me take care of you for once. I swear, with how much you take care of me you should've been the dominant."

"Don't make me laugh! I doubt I could be."

These were memories of the few happy times he had with original Lucius. Even the times that weren't the happiest Hadrian still would never trade for anything in the world. Even the times he spent lost in heartbreak and pain still ment the world to him.

Hadrian felt his magic wrap around him like a warm blanket, well, as warm of a blanket as death magic could be. It was a comforting sensation, but not enough to bring him back to reality.

Thump thump thump

His heartbeat was in his ears.

Thump thump thump

He couldn't hear anything except his heartbeat and faint screams.

Thump thump thump thump

Seems the dementors didn't appreciate his magic fighting back.

Thump thump thump thump thump "Harry! Please!"

Those days were hard.

ThumpThumpThumpThumpThump "I'm not ready to loose you!"

That day was the hardest.

ThumpThumpThumpThumpThumpThump "My darling dear. You told me you had eternity! You cannot leave me! I won't allow it!"

That day was the worst.

Hadrian remembered completely how Lucius had broke down in tears, holding him tightly. Because of Lucius he pulled through then. Lucius was so determined not to let him go. So, Hadrian fought. The phantom pain of a broken, rejected bond flowed through his veins, searing him from the inside out. His flesh burned as did the tears in his eyes.

He couldn't take it.

He couldn't take hearing Lucius' pleading, begging screams for him to live a second time.

They broke him the first.

They only served to break him more now.

Hot tears poured down Hadrian's face as he wept, memories getting the better of him for the first time in years. He hadn't had any attacks this bad since third year. This was one of the worst. He couldn't take it.

He couldn't relive these things again, his mental state would crumble. It was crumbling.

Hadrian felt his mental walls fracture the longer he was there. In their presence. The longer he was there the less chance he'd come out mostly whole. Yet he couldn't bare to move, his mind too deep in it's pile of despair.

He felt the dementors icey skeletal grip against the back of his neck, threatening to drag him under. He did nothing. He couldn't. He had no mental strength to move.

"I can't move..."

"I know Harry, it'll be okay. It shall pass."

"I hate it."

"I know."

"Why couldn't they have just accepted me?"

"I don't know.."

"Why did they reject me?"

"I'm sorry.."

"Am I not worth their love?"

"No, they aren't worthy of yours my dear."

"Why?.. Why did they do this... It hurts..."

"They're foolish idiotic men... I'm so sorry precious.."

"It's so cold..."

"I know..."

"Will I have to deal with this for eternity?..."

"Eternity is far too cruel for you my dear..."

"I want them here... Why.. why did they do this.. it hurts..."

"I'm so sorry... I know it hurts.. I wish I could help more.."

"I want it gone Lucy... It hurts... It hurts so so bad... Please.."

"I can't.. I'm sorry."

He screamed a voiceless scream as the phantom pain begun to get to much. The pain was so clear, so sharp, it felt like his bond was breaking and being rejected all over again.

"It hurts it hurts it hurts it hurts it hurts it hurts it hurts!!!"

His own voice screamed in his ears.

"I know," Lucius' voice replied. "I'm so so sorry... It'll be over soon... Don't give up. Keep fighting for me precious, you promised."

"I'm trying but it hurts so so so much... I can't stand it Lucius.. Let me give up please. I can't stand this. It hurts so so so bad..."

Whimpering cries echoed through his ears. The only thing that made Hadrian sure that these voices were still just memories was Lucius' voice. His voice was different then this times Lucius. Past Lucius, his voice always had a hint of sorrow to it whereas such a thing never entered this times Lucius.

"I can't.. Harry I can't let you do that. I need you. I need you here so much. You can't give up. I won't let you. I refuse. If you die I'm dying with you. And I will not let myself die before I take vengeance on those bastards!"

Past Lucius' voice was firm in his ears. That was another difference. Past Lucius always made him keep fighting, even when he wished for nothing but death, this times Lucius would never have to make him do such a thing for this time, things would be different.

"It's so cold.." He heard himself whimper.

"I know.. I'm sorry darling, shall I get more blankets?"

"No.. just stay. I need your warmth... I feel as though I'm trapped in ice."

A soft sigh echoed through his ears. "I know darling. Come, cuddle up tighter. I'll hold you as long as I'm able. I shall be your warmth, your light, your burning flame in your dark out of despair."

Lucius...

His flame...

He was worried...

Hadrian felt it.

Tom was too...

And Severus...

The feeling of worry and concerned panic quickly flooded all others if just for a moment.

Just one moment was all he needed. He felt himself fading from the prison. That brief moment of their concern, panic, and worry was just enough to ground him.

For just a moment.

He finally felt strong enough to leave.

Surprise?

Chapter Summary

Hadrian ends up at Malfoy Manor in a fit of wild magic

Chapter Notes

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Hadrian felt plush carpet against his knees as he landed. The carpet was soft against his aching knees, he was thankful for the change of flooring. He didn't look up to take notice of his surroundings, only taking notice of the prominent scent of apples and hibiscus which flooded his nostrils.

He quickly breathed it in gulps, like he needed it to live and honestly he might. The scent in his nose was enough to begin to ground him. He felt himself drifting further from the yelling sad voices which previously flooded his ears. The once solemn voices that graced his ears quickly turned to panicked worried ones.

Hadrian wasn't ground to reality enough to hear what they were saying however, he only recognized the tones and the voices themselves. "H- Here.." He called quietly, voice horse from his sad screams. His grip on his arms loosened slightly as he breathed in more of that scent.

He felt more ground now, having recognized the feeling of his magic swirling through the air, the feeling of blood dripping down his arms, and the shakiness of his body. He groaned quietly as all at once pain registered through his body. His arms burned with pain from the scratches he had inflicted, his fingers ached due to how much strength he used, his entire body felt like he had been run over with a muggle bus.

He winces slightly when the loud noise of doors slamming open assaulted his ears. At once he felt a pair of arms wrapping around him, wings as well.

"He's in here!!!" He heard a voice yell.

Hadrian whimpered quietly at the volume before leaning into the embrace. He inhaled deeply, more apple and hibiscus scent filling his nose. He relaxed a bit more in Lucius' arms, allowing the older to hold him close.

"Lucius..." He mutters softly, resting his head against Lucius' chest.

Lucius nods, a frown of worry on his face. "It's me dearest, I'm here." He slowly pulls Hadrian closer, his wings cradling the younger. "Everything's gonna be okay.."

Hadrian nods. "I'm fine.." He insists despite his body still trembling.

Lucius growls quietly. "You are not."

Hadrian was about to argue back before the scents of books, fire, blood, and ashwood filled his nose. He whimpered quietly, the pairs more dominating auras filling the room as well. He snuggles closer to Lucius, uncaring about the blood moreso not wanting to seem like a disaster infront of the more dominant mates.

Lucius holds him closer. "It's alright little one, it's just Tom and Sev, everything's gonna be okay." He slowly cards his fingers through Hadrian's white hair which he noticed how had streaks of black. "It's okay." He comforts, holding his youngest mate close.

Tom and Severus slowly sit down next to him, both having wands in hand. Tom was growling quietly under his breath, wondering what could've gone wrong in the short time they were apart. Severus was slowly coaxing one of Hadrian's arms from between Lucius and himself, hoping to heal the wounds.

Lucius keeps running his fingers through Hadrian's hair, hoping to keep him distracted. "You're doing so well little one," He praises. "Just a little more and that arm will be all better." He smiles slightly when Hadrian's purple eyes look up with him, practically pleading with him to get on with it. "I know.. I know it burns little one but it'll be over soon."

Hadrian whimpers softly once Severus finishes, a sound which makes all their hearts break. Severus quickly gets to work starting the next arm before he succumbs to those begging purple eyes.

Hadrian whimpers more, wiggling slightly in Lucius' grip. He absolutely hated getting cuts of scratches healed, it always burned as the skin stitched itself back together and he hated it.

Lucius holds him tighter, not wanting Severus to accidentally heal anything that didn't need it. "Try to stay still little one, we don't need you getting hurt again."

Tom quickly takes his mates healed hand, needing to have some sort of closeness. "It's alright beloved. You're home now, it's okay."

"Home? Must be at Lucius' then... This room smells so much like him.." Hadrian nods in acknowledgement, not feeling up to answering verbally. He wondered how his mates could stand to be in the room when his magic was still swirling like it was. Wasn't it dangerous for them? He knew it could be for others, especially when he was out of control since his magic was a fraction of death herself's.

He ignores it, figuring it was a mate thing. He still had a lot to learn after all. He whimpers once Severus heals a particularly long and painful scratch. "It's too much..." He mumbles quietly, having had enough of the healing. It was starting to overstimulate him and not in the good way. He quickly latches onto Lucius, grip strong as he holds himself to the Malfoy patriarch. He couldn't bother to feel ashamed by his actions, too busy needing the comfort his mate provides.

Severus sighs quietly but doesn't push the issue as the last few scratches weren't deep enough to bleed. "It's alright angel.. we're here."

Hadrian nods slightly before burrowing his face into Lucius' robes. He couldn't believe how weak he was acting but it couldn't be helped, those dementors fucked him up. He carefully draws his arms back into his chest. Sure, he was feeling more energized and would be able to function but there was a heavy weight in his heart and a fog clouding his mind.

He hummed quietly as Lucius toyed with his hair. It was calming him slowly without him really realizing. He nuzzles his way to Lucius' neck, desperately needing the skin to skin contact.

The three stayed quiet the entire time, allowing Hadrian to do whatever he needed to calm himself. It was nearly an hour after Hadrian had arrived when Tom spoke.

"Beloved?.." He asks quietly.

Hadrian hums softly before answering verbally. "Yes?.." His voice was still very quiet but still could be heard.

"What happened?" It was clear Tom was hesitant to ask but he, they, desperately wanted to know.

Hadrian whimpered softly. He knew there was no way he was getting out of this. He sighs, resigning himself to his fate. "Dementors..." He mumbles quietly. "They don't normally have much of an effect on me.."

Severus quickly snaps his attention to Hadrian, having spaced out a bit with worry. "Dementors!? What the bloody hell were you doing!?"

Hadrian whimpers before shoving his face further into Lucius' neck. "Food." He mumbles. "Auntie was mad I hadn't eaten and made me go feed even though I didn't feel like it.." He complains, mad that he allowed Milovat to convince him.

Tom sighs, shaking his head. "Beloved, she was right. You were practically a walking corpse when I saw you earlier."

Hadrian huffs. "I could've waited till tomorrow." He insists, voice still a little weak. "It wouldn't of killed me."

Lucius cocks his head curiously. "What do you eat? Besides human food."

Hadrian pouts, not looking forward to this part of the conversation. He really did not want to have to explain that aspect of his life. It wasn't something he was entirely proud of. Instead of giving a actual answer he just says, "I'm a Seishin Kitsune." As plainly as he could.

Severus shakes his head. "That does not answer his question treasure." He scolds lightly, also

wanting to know so they could stock up just to be safe.

Lucius nods. "Please cherished?"

Hadrian couldn't help but blush at the new nickname. He huffs quietly, slightly annoyed that they were so stubborn. "Souls.." He mutters so soft that it's barely audible. "Specifically unworthy ones.." He frowns a bit. "They taste absolutely horrible." He jokes, hoping to lighten the sudden heavy atmosphere.

Silence stretches as the three dominants process what their submissive said. "I'm sorry, did you just say souls!?" Tom exclaims, moreso out of worry then fear or anger.

Hadrian winces a little at the sudden noise. "Mhms.." He nods as he slowly lifts himself up, figuring this is a conversation they should have face to face. "Surprise?" He smiles slightly, lifting his hands in a small shrug like gesture.

What a surprise indeed..

Seishin

Chapter Summary

Hadrian tells his mates more about his species and Severus has a rather complicated request

Hadrian sighs slowly as he looks at his two head dominants. They were very clearly still worried but Hadrian could sense a bit of morbid curiosity in the fact that he eats souls. This caused him to laugh softly, shaking his head. "Of course you'd be intrigued."

Tom chuckles wearily. "Guilty." He shrugs. "Do they taste good?"

Hadrian scrunches up his nose. "Oh absolutely not." He shakes his head and pulls a grossed out face to emphasize his point. "I mean, normal souls taste absolutely divine! But the ones I have to eat taste horrible."

"Why can you only eat certain ones?" Severus asks, also intrigued.

Hadrian frowns a bit. "That's... A bit complicated to answer and I'm honestly not sure if I'd be aloud too but I'll try." He gives them a small smile. "Seishin Kitsune, besides wishers, are considered to be like grim reapers. We collect souls and bring them to the afterlife, whichever one is required. But... There is a fate that's worse.." He pauses. "As I'm considered a high ranking, more then high ranking if I'm being honest," He mumbles the last sentence. "There's something that I'm aloud to do to these souls... Which is eat them. That's a fate worse then death by the way."

He chuckles weakly. "From what I've been told it's absolutely horrible and considered the highest amount of punishment one can get..." He sighs. "So, whenever I need to feed, which typically isn't too often, I'll go to prisons and feed off the prisoners. Think of me like an advanced version of a dementor." He laughs weakly, hoping to lighten the mood with his joke.

"I'd tell you exactly what my job as a Seishin requires but I cannot, it's against my vows." Hadrian gently leans back into Lucius, taking in their shocked expressions then.

Tom nods. "I see... You're considered a higher being then dementors correct?"

Hadrian nods. "Yes."

"Then theoretically wouldn't you have control over them?" Tom asks, an eyebrow raised.

Hadrian sighs. "Unfortunately I do not. I wish I could but..." He pauses for a second before continuing. "Dementors weren't created by death herself, they were created by a human necromancer who decided to combine magicks he shouldn't. While they are considered death's creatures they have no mind for our culture or our rules or hierarchy. Dementors are what kitsune's typically refer to as wandering souls."

"After the first five were created they quickly developed a mind of their own and begun to convert unrequited souls, turning them into one of their own. They're a disease in all honesty... But since mortals were aware of them and consider them to be some of the most dangerous creatures we simply cannot get rid of them, it would cause too much of a ripple effect and ultimately would make people wonder what exactly out there is so powerful to get rid of the entire dementor population."

"We'll try to find and trap them when he can but it's not that easy. Kiri, a cousin or aunt? I'm not sure, anyways she's typically in charge of collecting those beings when she can but she cannot be out of her realm long due to what exactly her job is."

Tom nods. "I see... But still, shouldn't you be immune to them as a being of death?"

Hadrian bursts out laughing. "That's hilarious darling-" His laughter catches his mates off guard hut he quickly calms down. "No one is immune to dementors besides death herself and other gods, and possibly the lower ranks but that I'm not sure of. Even with my status as high as it is and the fact that I'm practically immortal isn't enough to keep them at bay." He sighs after hearing their surprised gasps. "Really? I just told you I eat souls, do you not think I'd be immortal?"

Lucius chuckles weakly. "I mean-"

Severus sighs. "We did not."

"So that's what she ment by eternity..." Tom mumbles with wide eyes. "We're immortal!?"

Hadrian sighs again. "Surprise?" He chuckles. "Not exactly. There are conditions but unfortunately I'm not aloud to discuss those. Essentially we'll have a set amount of time together before we all move on at once. I'd have to die first in order for us to move on and considering I cannot die from sickness nor wounds nor spells it's safe to safe we'll have a very very long life together."

Lucius' eyes widen. "But... What about our family? Friends?"

Hadrian gently kisses Lucius' cheek. "If you're worrying about Draco you have no reason to. He's mated to two kitsune's remember?" He smiles softly to reassure his mate. "All kitsune's work almost directly under gods and are for all intensive purposes, immortal. So naturally their mates shall be as well. As will whatever kits they produce. Once the twins die Draco will however if slash when they have kits they will not die as long as they have reached kitsune maturity."

Lucius let's out a breath he didn't know he was holding. "That's... Wonderful news.." He smiles. "Thank you."

Hadrian shrugs. "It's so problem. It'll be the same way for our kits, as long as they've reached kitsune maturity when we die they shall live." He pouts then shakes his head at a sudden thought. "Ugh, I'm dreading that already."

Severus chuckles softly at his face. "Dreading what treasure?"

Hadrian pouts. "When we'll have to send they away. Gods that gonna be horrible." He shivers.

Tom frowns. "Why would we have to send our kids away?"

Hadrian chuckles at his face. "Well, for one thing school silly." He shakes his head at Tom's face. "Mhm." He smiles a bit. "But before that... Uhm... We kinda have to send them to the Yokai world?... Unsupervised?.. Without any idea when they'd return?..."

His mates mouths fall open at this information. "Absolutely not!" Tom exclaims, a slight growl to his voice. "If you almost got eaten there's no way in hell we're sending our eventual kids there!!"

Hadrian sighs. "Tom. Calm down." He growls quietly. "You, have no say in the matter. I'm the kitsune parent therefore it is my decision. It will be detrimental to their lives if they do not go. Trust me, wild kitsune magic is not something you want to experience." His voice was firm, not

happy that Tom was making this choice for him. "Wild kitsune magic, depending on the type of kitsune, can very very well kill someone in an instant. Without any warning. We will be sending our kits down there whether you like it or not. This is not your decision it is mine." He growls.

After Tom looks thoroughly chastised he sighs. "I appreciate that you care but this is something that must happen no matter what. Besides, I'll have them be staying with a Yokai princess. They'll be just fine." He smiles before gently reaching out and cupping Tom's face with his hands.

Lucius wraps his arms around Hadrian's waist so he doesn't fall.

Tom smiles gently before leaning into his touch. "I'm sorry beloved."

Hadrian nods. "It's okay. Just know stuff like that will fall on my shoulders. Trust me, it'll be a wonder to witness." He laughs softly. "I'm terrible with kids."

Tom's eyes light up for a second. "Wait! Since you're technically basically a god does that mean you've seen their realms!?"

Hadrian groans. "Of course you have to ask that-" He giggles softly. "Yes, I have, no, none of you will be going to next time I need too. It would be far too much for all of you. I mean, technically, each of you could most likely step in a gods realm but not together. While one of you would be fine there the other two wouldn't. There are even realms which I cannot travel in." "Nebe for instance.."

Severus nods before asking his question. "Since... You have connections to souls would you be able to bring any to this plane?"

Hadrian nods. "It depends... As long as the soul hasn't been eaten I can."

Severus' eyes light up. "Th- then... Could you possibly bring me someone?.."

Hadrian smiles softly. "I hold not guarantees but I can certainly try. I'd also need death's permission."

Severus frowns. "Is death typically agreeable?" He didn't wanna get his hopes up.

Hadrian smiles more. "She's the best. She hardly ever denies me anything." He chuckles. "Who would you like to see Sevvy?"

Severus smiles wide at that, knowing there's a high chance he'd be able to see her again. "Lily Evans! Th- There's alot I need to apologize for and-"

"Absolutely not!!!" Hadrian quickly yells in a panic. "No... She'd tell him everything!! I.. I can't bring her here.. that would ruin everything I've worked for.." He sighs gently at Severus' crestfallen face and Tom and Lucius' surprised ones. "I- It's nothing against you..." He pauses. "We just... Do not get along... At all..."

"I want too! Truly I do but-.." Hadrian frowns deeply before rubbing his eyes. "That woman..." He growls quietly before shaking his head. "No... It would be unfair to deny you such a thing... I can.. I'll bring her for you but I will not stay. I can't..." He couldn't bare seeing his mother in such a light. "I'll warn you now it's definitely not going to be a walk in the park... You will have to wait outside the room."

Severus' eyes light up, small tears in them before he tackles Hadrian in a hug. "Thank you! Thank you so so much treasure!" He clings tightly to his mate.

Hadrian smiles weakly. "You're welcome sev..." He sighs. "Come on, let's go. We'll have to do this at my home as I already have a ritual room for this sort of thing." He smiles a bit stronger at all of his mates smiling faces. "This is not going to be easy for me..."

Severus quickly gets up, pulling Hadrian up with him and hugging him tightly. "Thank you so so much... I promise you won't have to see her more then necessary though she's a wonderful woman- "

Hadrian shakes his head. "I'm sure to you she was. I hold no qualms about that Sev." He smiles gently. "But to me she will never be." He gently takes Severus' hand. "Alright. Let's head to my place then." He smiles wide at the rest of his mates. He was honestly very excited to show off his home.

One thought was going through the dominants heads. What on earth did the selfless and sweet Lily Evans do to make their mate dislike her so much?

He quickly grabs Lucius' hand and Tom grabs Lucius' other one before Hadrian says the portkey phrase. "Perevell Castum."

Hadrian shivers as they land in the cold reception room.

"Master Death!"

"Master Azrael!"

"Master Hadrian!"

"Welcome home!!!"

His three head elves pop up quickly causing him to chuckle. "Hello you three, I trust things have been alright?"

Tic quickly nods. "Yes Master Hadrian! Master's Fred and Georges have gone out to Diagons with Misters Draco and Blaise! Madame Luna is awaiting your arrivals in ritual room three." She smiles wide.

Hadrian shakes his head. "Of course she is. Thank you Tic." He looks at the other two. "Tic, Tac, Toc, there are my mates Lucius Malfoy, Severus Snape, and Tom Riddle." He points at each of them. "We'll be heading to ritual room three in a moment Tic, I'm sure Luna already knows we're here."

Tic nods. "Yes Master Hadrian!" She looks at the other three. "Welcome to Perevells castle masters mates!!"

Lucius chuckles softly. "Thank you Tic."

Severus' eyes widen. "I'm sorry did she just say castle?!"

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "This place is hardly a castle. It's just an extremely large manor."

Tic shakes her head. "It is a castle Master Severus! Master just likes to downplay things." She shoots Hadrian a glare. "Call if you need anything sirs!" Tac and Toc quickly pop away.

Hadrian smiles and pats the elf's head. "Care to tell them the history of your self proclaimed castle?"

And so she does, with great enthusiasm Tic launches into the history of Perevell castle as they walk to Hadrian's wing. His three dominants seem to enjoy the bloody history of the place and are quickly asking any questions they have.

Hadrian smiles softly. It was great to see them getting along with his head elf. It warmed his heart and aloud for a distraction before what was too come.

Once the story is over Tic quickly turns her attention back on Hadrian. "You need to stop leaving so early!!!" She was her finger at him. "Bad master!! Fell asleeps at his desk then lefts much too early!!!"

Hadrian chuckles softly before sighing. "I'm sorry Tic. I'll try not too leave so early again but you know woke cannot be helped."

Tic huffs and crosses her arms. "No more baking at four in the mornings either!!!"

Severus quirks his lips in amusement as he watches his mate get scolded by an elf. It was truly amusing.

Lucius stifles his laughter as he listening to them bicker back and forth. Hadrian saying they'd he'd

stop getting up so early and Tic countering that saying she knows that's a lie.

Tom laughs softly at the pair once they arrive at a spur of large double doors. After opening the doors Tic leaves them with a low bow.

Hadrian sighs, shaking his head. "That stubborn elf." He grumbles playfully.

Tom chuckles. "She definitely takes after you beloved."

"Hey!" Hadrian pouts. "I am not that stubborn!!!"

Lucius laughs, shaking his head. "Oh yes you are dearest."

Hadrian pouts more before turning to look at Severus. "I'm not that stubborn am I?"

Severus chuckles before ruffling his hair. "This proves you are."

Hadrian huffs playfully and swats Severus' hand away. "Hush!"

Ritual

Chapter Summary

An extra long chapter that is definitely not as emotional as it should be-

Hadrian takes a deep breathe before walking down the hall. "You can wander but be careful and by all that is holy do not enter the artifact room." He has a points to a pair of ivory doors. "Which is that one. You have free access everywhere else except there. That room holds many things of godly and sentimental value."

He smiles once his mates nod. "Speaking of which I need to grab things from there." He glances at each of them. "You can admire from out here but the wards on the room won't permit you entry."

Tom pouts, a bit mad he couldn't touch what wonderful artifacts his mate has collected. "We'll stay right here."

Hadrian nods. "Good." He opens the door, a flourish of magic escaping the room. "Whew." He giggles as he shakes his head. The magic from the hallows always reacted strongly when he entered. "Silly little things." He shakes his head, sighing gently as he walks in.

He heads directly for the resurrection stone which lay on the of three pedestals in the middle. He pieces a kiss to the triangle shaped stone before moving on. He quickly turns his attention to the pedestal where the wand should be and sighs once more. "I don't necessarily need it now but... It would be nice to have incase Lily speaks of certain things.."

Hadrian places his hand above the cold stone, mumbling quiet words. "Mea sanctitas, ego voco ad te." He heard his mates shocked gasps upon seeing the long fabled elder wand appear on the stone. He smiles when the wand gives him a happy surge of magic. He chuckles breathing before shaking his head. "No, you cannot stay. However I do require your presence for a moment if you'd be so kind?"

When the partially sentient wand gave another surge of pleased magic he picks his up. "Thank you." He presses another kiss to the wood. "You'll have to go back to Albus once we're done." He chuckles when the wand gives a surge of disappointment. "Yes yes, I'm aware of how you feel about the man however you'll be mine alone soon enough."

The wand shakes a little with joy at this causing Hadrian to chuckle again. "Silly little thing." He shakes his head before he grabs the last thing he needs.

Hadrian hesitates for a moment before moving to a set of shelves in the corner and grabbing a black quill. It was more of a precaution then anything. After all, rituals were always stronger with a sacrifice. The quill looked much sharper then others of it's variety which made Hadrian a little tense.

Shaking off his hesitance he turns and walks out of the room. "Alright, I've got everything!" He smiles at his mates.

Severus growls quietly. "Why do you have that." He snarls at the quill.

Hadrian sighs. "Rituals are stronger with a sacrifice Sev, besides I'll be fine. It's just a quick runic circle then I'm done with it."

Tom growls quietly, Lucius and Severus echoing it with growls of their own. "I do not like this."

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "Stop being dramatic. Don't you have a wand to be fawning over? I'm sure it would love an increased ego."

The wand surges with happiness.

Tom sighs. "As curious I am about how you were able to summon it." He growls again. "I do not like that you must use that thing."

Hadrian shrugs. "I don't have too." He turns, looking at Tom. "But like I said, rituals are stronger with a sacrifice. It'll make Lily a bit more stable.." "Hopefully..."

"I won't be long I promise." He pecks a kiss to the dominant's cheek before continuing down the hall. He comes to a stop in front of a pair of large dark red doors. "Here we are. Let's get this over with." He sighs.

Hadrian opens the door, unsurprised by Luna's presence. "Hello little moon!" He chirps happily

upon seeing his sister. He walks in, setting the items upon a solid stone table before hugging her tight. "Care to assist?"

Luna nods. "I shall. I haven't seen my aunt in a long while." She says as she hugs him tight.

Hadrian hums, unsure if she's talking about Inari or Lily. "I suppose that's true." He says once remembering she's never met Lily. "Let me get things ready, do you have the skin?"

Luna nods excitedly. "Oh yes! How I wish I could've used a Dursley but alas, that sacrifice shall not work for this request."

Hadrian chuckles. "I know. I find that rather unfortunate myself." He lets her go, looking back to his mates. "We should start now. I'll open the door when it's safe for you too come in."

Severus and Lucius nod in acceptance however Tom doesn't. "Perhaps one of us could watch?"

Hadrian sighs. "I'm not sure if that's the best idea-"

Luna cuts him off with a bell like laugh. "But of course brother in law! You all shall stay in fact." She says cheerily, a glint of something in her eyes.

"Luna!" Hadrian exclaims wide eyed.

Luna giggles. "What? Surely you don't believe Inari would harm them hm? Besides, they should get used to her presence. She is your God and practically our parent."

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "We don't have parents Luna-"

Luna giggles. "Yes we do brother dearest. You're just much too stubborn to see it." She turns her attention back to the mates waiting outside. "You three are welcome to stay and witness these rituals. I'm sure Death will love your presence with her son."

"Son!?" They all exclaim.

Hadrian groans. "I'm not her son! Stop it little moon!" He huffs before looking back at his mates. "I'm not her son, or her ward, or anything. I'm just a servant. Nothing more." He insists blatantly.

Luna giggles. "As you can see he doesn't wish to except this fact. But that's alright, Inari and Riddle shall get it through his thick skull in time."

"Hey!!! I do not have a thick skull!!!" Hadrian pouts before rolling his eyes. "Whatever. Let's just start this stupid ritual." He pouts. "If Luna says it's fine then I believe her. You can stay if you'd like." He says before summoning a large comfortable chaise which he puts in front of their work space. "You can sit there. It might be nice to snuggle, I've heard this can be unpleasant to witness."

Tom, Lucius, and Severus who were all looking equal parts bemused, confused, and worried quickly crossed the room and sat down. Lucius sat in the middle with Severus and Tom on either side.

Hadrian gives them a small reassuring smile upon noticing their worry. "I promise, I'll be fine. It just might be unpleasant for you." He chuckles. "I don't typically bring witnesses to a summons."

It takes Hadrian to gather up some courage before he goes to a large cabinet in the room. "We should only need the one?" He asks as he opens the cabinet. The cabinet was filled with fresh animal skins. "Hm, seems like someone restocked."

Luna nods, her eyes having a dreamy haze. "Yes brother dearest. One doe skin."

Hadrian nods, grabbing the doe skin off it's rack like he'd done once before. "I think I've got everything we'll need but could you double check for me? You were always better about lists."

Luna nods. She sweeps her gaze over the items strown about the room as Hadrian place the doe skin. "Yes, I believe this is all we shall need. We have the stone so we shant need an heir sacrifice."

Severus sighs quietly. "Not like that would be able to happen anyway. Turns out, Harry Potter is dead."

It took Hadrian all his willpower to not burst out laughing at that exact moment. "I mean technically he is..."

Luna, however, held no qualms and immediately filled with room with her bell like laughter. "Oh! We're well aware! Aren't we Hadrian?"

Hadrian scowls. "Not. Now. Luna." He sent a cold gaze her way, causing the girl to shiver. He practically banned all talk of Harry Potter in his house and it would stay that way for as long as he's able.

Tom raises an eyebrow at the questionable behavior and words. "What did you do Hadrian?"

Hadrian sighs before looking Tom directly in his eyes. "Ask no questions and I shall tell no lies." He gives his three dominants a sick grin before grabbing the quill off the table. "Alright. Let's get this bloody gorey show on the road."

Tom sat there, a slightly amused look on his face. "What did Hadrian do to the pitiful golden boy I wonder?"

He carefully crouches down on the deer skin, blood quill in hand. He knew this would not be pleasant but hopefully Inari would be kind enough to heal him afterwards.

His hand shakes as he begins drawing the runic circle. "Vita." Hadrian calls as he writes the word above a rune. "Mors." He writes above another. "Amare." He continues. "Bellum." "Fortuna." "Karma." Were all words he wrote above certain runes.

"Lily Rose Potter nee Evans." He wrote in the middle. Under her name Hadrian was quick to draw the deathly hallows symbol. Upon speaking her name the runes begin to glow. Hadrian quickly takes the stone from Luna's outstretched hand, placing it gently in the center of the deathly hallows symbol as well as his Perevell lordship ring.

Under the symbol he quickly writes and speaks the name, "Inari." After drawing a line from the middle of the 'a' downwards he writes and says the name, "Azazel."

He quickly scrambles out of the runes as the temperature slowly starts to drop. "Sánguinem servi tui, voluntáte sacrifícium." He begins to chant, palms pressed together as he begins to release his

magic into the air. "Pellis cervina, sacrificium innocens." The temperature drops some more. "Petentibus velim si tam benignus custos caelorum esset." The temperature slowly rises by a few degrees, leaving the room feeling in the low fifties rather then in the low twenties.

Hadrian doesn't notice his mates shiver in awe, cold, and arousal. "Ad mortem oro praeficere petitionem meam." The temperature immediately drops again, falling as low as seventeen degrees.

This sudden change leaves the dominants shivering, cuddling together for warmth as they watch a grey portal appear in the centre of the runic circle.

Luna watches in giddy excitement as two figures slowly rise. One with beautiful white wings, dark teal hair, and piercing lime coloured eyes. The other was most likely death, if the bone hands were anything to go by, death had long dark blue hair and piercing red eyes. A long dark grey cloak was covering their entire body expect their hands which were clearly only bone.

"Hadrian!" Death, who Hadrian's dominant's were shocked to hear sound feminine, said happily as she walked from the circle. "Oh how I've missed you dear!" She says as she affectionately plays with Hadrian's hair.

Hadrian only sighs, shaking his head softly. "As have I master. However this is not a social call."

"I see.." The winged man drawls, turning to glare at the dominant's. "If this was a social call they certainly would not be here."

Hadrian scoffs, rolling his eyes. "Those are my mates Azazel. I ask you treat them with respect."

Azazel scoffs. "They're living beings. I do not have to treat them with respect. I rank higher then they."

Hadrian sighs, shaking his head. "No use getting through your thick skull is there? Just wait till Nimue meets them. Then you'll have to respect them."

Luna laughs cheerfully at their banter before hugging death tight. "Hello Auntie!"

Death grins widely, yanking Luna up from the floor and twirling her around. "Hello Luna dear!!! Oh how I've missed you!! It has been far too long since our last chat!"

Luna nods. "Yes it has! You should visit more often, maybe then Hadrian wouldn't be getting into trouble."

Hadrian scoffs. "I do not-"

"Save it." Azazel sighs. "Even I know you get into trouble."

Hadrian grumbles, shaking his head. "I do not get into trouble! I'm just Kismet's favorite chew toy! There's a difference!"

Death laughs heartily at her young servant before slowly lowering Luna to the floor again. "You said this is not a social call yes?"

Hadrian nods. "Yes Inari. I apologize, I did tell you the next time would be however.."

Death, who they now know as Inari nods. "It's quite alright dear. I understand things may come up. What is it you request?"

Azazel nods. "Yes. Do hurry it up." He looks down at his watch. "I have an appointment in ten minutes."

Hadrian glances over to Severus. "My mate.. Severus Prince-Snape, wishes to speak to Lily Rose Potter nee Evans."

Inari let's out a shocked gasp. "Oh! How I'd love to see this!!!" She giggles, a bucket of popcorn immediately appearing in her hands. "This is going to be good!" She exclaims joyously as she begins floating in the air.

"I grant him full permission!"

Azazel sighs. "Hadrian. We cannot possibly let mortals-"

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "Not a mortal. He's my mate."

Azazel scoffs. "You're still technically mortal." He scowls.

Hadrian growls quietly. "Listen. If it'll fucking please you this is basically gonna be torture for me so will you accept the damn request now you narcissistic bastard!?"

This fact causes the dominations to scowl. Severus would never have asked if he knew just hard torturous it would be for his little mate.

Azazel smirks widely. "Well... I suppose if it will cause you trouble."

"Great. Thanks." Hadrian sighs, rubbing his temples. "Okay, now that I have your permission may you bring her? I'd rather not risk doing a full blown summons tonight."

Luna nods. "Yes. That would be wise. Your encounter with those horrid beings earlier still hasn't left your mind. You're too unstable."

Inari's eyes twitches. "I'm sorry..." She turns to Hadrian. "What exactly did you encounter earlier?"

Hadrian flinches on instinct as Inari's magic floods the room. "Just dementors. I'm fine."

Inari immediately reigns her magic back in. "Oh Hadrian... I'm so sorry.." She hugs her young servant tight. "I know what kind of effect they have on you... I'm so so sorry you had to relive all that again..."

Hadrian slowly relaxes into her embrace. "It's fine master. I'm alright now."

Luna shakes her head. "Your core is still unstable."

Hadrian rolls his eyes. "My core is always unstable unfortunately." He huffs. "Now if you don't mind shall we get on with this please? I know for a fact I'm going to have to bind Lily once she gets here."

Inari frowns a bit. "Tch. That woman." She shakes her head. "How she can't be proud of you I will never know." She sighs before letting Hadrian go. "Azazel. Go fetch Lily Potter. Make sure to not be gentle."

Azazel has a sickening smirk on his face as he disappears back into the grey portal.

Hadrian groans. "Now she's gonna be even more bitchy!"

Inari chuckles. "Believe me, it's nothing less than she deserves. She got lucky I didn't get her or else I would've taken her straight to Peklo!!"

Hadrian shakes his head. "You couldn't of anyway. Against the rules master." He sighs as Azazel reappears with a struggling and silenced red head. "Great... She's here." The elder wand immediately flies into his hand.

"Hello again Lily." He smiles gently, hoping to have at least a partially peaceful conversation with the woman.

Lily immediately launches towards him, intent clear in her eyes. However due to having their backs turned Tom, Severus, and Lucius think she's simply trying to hug their mate.

"Lily, please. I'd like for this meeting to go at least partially well. If not for my sake for Severus'. He wishes to see you and I obliged, despite our clear dislike for each other." Hadrian says calmly as he binds her still without a word.

Luna was rather proud of her brother, he was being very civil. "You're doing well Hadrian."

Hadrian smiles fondly at Luna. "I'm trying." He sighs before turning his attention back to Lily. "You start saying a single thing I don't want you talking about and I'll silence you. Understand?"

Lily rolls her eyes but nods. With a wave of the elder wand Hadrian unsilences her. "Fucking coward!"

Hadrian sighs. "Great." He tosses the wand to Inari. "You take care of this." He says with a wave at Lily Potter. "I just can't today." He says rubbing his temples.

Inari nods. "It would be my pleasure son."

Lily scowls. "He's not your fucking son!! He's m-"

Inari is quick to silence her. "That's enough. Need I remind you that you are only here because of Hadrian?" She scowls. "Say one more bad word against him and so help me Azazel will not make your stay in Nebe peaceful."

Lily nods reluctantly.

Hadrian quickly walks over to his mates. "I'm sorry. I just cannot possibly deal with her today." He sighs. "I'll be down the hall if you need me." He smiles reassuring at the worried looks he was given. "Don't worry, Luna will make sure everything remains peaceful." He quickly kisses Severus' nose. "Have a nice talk darling.." He smiles gently before exiting the room in a hurry.

Lucius sighs. "I'm gonna go check on him-"

Inari quickly shakes her head. "No, that wouldn't be wise. He needs some space right now. After this is over you three are more then welcome to find him however it would be best if you remained here." After addressing the men she turns her attention back to Lily. "Remember the rules. No bad mouthing Hadrian, No talk of Harry Potter, Actually don't talk about Hadrian either. I know damn well you have nothing good to say about him, Don't talk about Nebe or gods or lower ranks. Just the normal rules alright?"

Lily nods. She sighs in relief when Inari releases her from the bind and silencer. She quickly turns to look at Severus. "Hey Sev." She smiles, like she totally didn't try to attack his mate a few minutes ago.

"Lily?" Severus questions, completely unbelieving her behavior. "What the hell was that about!?"

Lily huffs when Inari glares at her. "Me and Harry-" "Hadrian." Inari cuts in with a scowl. "Hadrian." Lily rolls her eyes. "Do not get along. We can be civil however."

Inari scoffs. "No you can't. Hadrian is perfectly capable of being civil you however try to attack him every time he's in the room!"

Lily rolls her eyes. "Oh whatever." She looks back to Severus. "I see you found your mates?"

Severus nods, a smile on his face. "Yes. I have. I'm very happy with them as well.." He sighs. "Lily.. I'm so so sorry about everything-"

Lily shakes her head. "Don't worry about it Sev." Severus couldn't help but notice how similar the nickname sounded rolling off her tongue. It sounded almost identical to when Hadrian says it. "It's alright. You were under a lot of pressure. I understand." She smiles fondly.

Inari rolls her eyes. "Great! You've said your apologies time to go!"

Severus looks to Inari, a pleading look in his eyes. "Please? Just a little longer?"

Inari growls quietly. "I shouldn't. Simply because of the things you've done." She sighs. "But... Hadrian would try to kill me if I take his actions out on you." She sighs very dramatically as she throws her head back. "Fine. I suppose you two may talk for a few more minutes. You're one of Hadrian's mates so this is the only reason I'm allowing this."

Severus quickly nods. "Thank you death." He takes a moment to ponder what actions she'd be punishing him for. And who's.

Inari shakes her head. "None of that now. You're Hadrian's mates, which means you may call me by my name. In private only." Her glare was playful yet icey.

Tom, Lucius, and Severus chuckles softly. "Alright Inari. Thank you for this privilege." Severus says with a small smile.

Inari nods. "This is the only favor you'll be getting from me so keep that in mind."

Severus nods. "I will, thank you." He smiles and quickly goes back to talking with Lily.

It was around ten minutes later when Inari said to was time to say their goodbyes. Severus was teary eyed when he said goodbye to Lily. It was a bittersweet moment for both of them. He was thankful however that Lily didn't acknowledge Tom's presence besides the fact that he was mated to him. He didn't think he could handle an argument at the moment.

"Goodbye Sev, live a happy life yeah?" Lily says, a small smile on her face.

Severus nods. "Thank you Lily."

Inari grins as she grabs Lily by her hair and throws her through the portal. "Perfect! She's gone now!"

Azazel rolls his eyes before entering the portal as well, giving a small wave.

Inari glares slightly as she looks to the mates. "Treat him right." She warns. "If you have any questions you can ask Hadrian." She says with a smile before stepping into the portal.

Lucius chuckles as he leans against Severus. "That was certainly something."

Severus nods. "Yes it was." He chuckles. "I am wondering why she has such distain for our mate however. Lily wasn't one for violence when she was alive."

Tom nods. "She wasn't. Perhaps death changed her?"

Severus nods. "Could be however their issues seem... personal don't you think? Much too personal to just be about her death. Besides, if that were the case shouldn't she be mad at death itself?"

It was Lucius' turn to nod. "Yes.. I find myself wondering as well what happened between them. Lily Potter was never one to show much distain or hatred, especially in public."

"What could've happened?" Tom wonders aloud.

Luna takes in the three and sighs. "Much too much I'm afraid." She shakes her head as she gathers up the materials. She takes notice that Inari took the elder wand with her when she vanished. "Perhaps she'll keep it. That wand should never have fallen into the hands of mortals anyway."

Luna takes extra caution when lifting the hallows and horcrux from the floor. She tsks softly when the hallow and the hallow piece/horcrux let out an angry string of magic when they don't recognize her as their master. "Temper temper!" She scolds the objects, shaking her head. "Calm yourselves. Ring, you shall be back to Hadrian soon. Stone you shall be back in the room soon. Calm yourselves."

She gives a nod when the objects pulse with magic in a understanding way. "Thank you." She smiles then drifts from the room, her footsteps barely making any noise.

Lucius shakes his head. "She certainly is an odd one."

Severus scoffs. "Tell me about it. I had to teach her! Thankfully she was always one of my better students."

Tom chuckles softly, shaking his head. "You poor thing." He playfully teases as he removes himself from the chaise. "Come, we've got a submissive to find gentlemen."

Lucius and Severus chuckle as they stand as well. Despite never being there all three of them felt a sense of familiarity as they walked the halls of Death's Domain. They immediately assume it's coming from their bond, the bond not wanting them to get lost. They didn't think there was any other reason this could be.

Tom Marvolo Riddle!!!

Chapter Summary

Tom fucks up, Hadrian gets upset, shit is said but not really sad just Tom being a dumbass and not really realizing what he did was wrong

Chapter Notes

Woo!! Our first argument!!! I'm sure there's plenty to come lmao

Hadrian sighs as he paces his study. He absolutely hated that he left his mates there with a god, a lower rank, and Lily. He knew Inari would keep his secrets safe but he also knew Azazel and Lily would spill any if given the chance.

He shakes his head, internally hoping that Lily didn't do or say anything she shouldn't of. He didn't want to deal with a mass of questions when his mates were done, he was just far too exhausted.

Hadrian gently rubs his temples, contemplating storming back into the ritual room. He sighs softly, continuing to pace the soft rug. "I should go check on them. I shouldn't of left them alone with Lily and Azazel."

Just as he turns the door opens, his three mates walking in. "Oh hi." He smiles gently, trying to seem like he wasn't nervous at all.

Lucius chuckles softly. "Hello darling." He slowly walks over and hugs his little mate tight. "You seem stressed."

Hadrian shrugs before hugging back. "A little, I was just worried about you guys. I shouldn't of left I'm sorry..."

Severus was quick to join their hug. "Nonsense. I may not know why you two do not like each other but I understand. Besides trickster, you've had a hard day. You didn't need to do that for me yet you did and I'm very thankful you did."

Hadrian smiles, happily leaning his head against Severus. "You don't need to thank me, it was the least I could do."

Severus shakes his head. "No, you didn't have to yet you did and I'm very thankful for that." He presses a chaste kiss to Hadrian's cheek chasing to kitsune to flush attractively.

Hadrian chuckles softly. "Whatever you say." He smiles.

Tom smiles from across the room. His mates painted such an attractive picture together, they all were just so beautiful in his eyes. "How about we have a nice day in together? Severus doesn't have any Hogwarts duties and myself and Lucius have already done our work for the day."

Hadrian was quick to look at Tom. After finding no lies in his eyes he nodded excitedly. "Yes! I could use a nice relaxing day till the ritual later."

"Ritual?" Lucius cocks his head, forgetting the ritual Hadrian had planned for that evening.

Hadrian nods. "Mhm, I'm blood adopting the twins and Luna this evening. It'll be alot so it's just going to be us. A few of my er.." He pauses for a second, thinking with a cock of his head.

"Cute." Was the only thought in his dominant's heads at the moment.

"Family, yeah I guess they could be called family." Hadrian finally decides. "A few of them may stop by after or before since I'll need their permission."

Tom nods. "Will we be aloud to meet said family members?"

Hadrian tenses. "Uhm, possibly? I'll talk to them about it and see. You've already met one of them Tom, remember?"

Tom nods as he remembers they slightly scary pink woman from this morning. "Yes... That's correct. She said she'd be bringing some of your other family over Sunday correct?"

Hadrian nods. "Hopefully it's just her and my uncle, I cannot possibly deal with anyone else."

Tom chuckles. "If the rest of the family is as temperamental as she was I honestly cannot blame you."

Hadrian chuckles for a moment then stops as he looks directly at Tom. "How would you know that?"

Tom seems to tenses a moment. "You told me remember? Something about her being pregnant and the hormones messing with her."

Hadrian immediately pulls away from his other two mates and crosses his arms. "I know damned well I didn't say that. How the hell did you know she's pregnant anyway?"

Tom takes a few steps back. "Well-"

"Tom." Hadrian takes a few steps forward.

"You can't blame me surely! She was screaming her head off and-" Tom was clearly trying to save his own ass.

Severus sighs. "Tom you didn't."

Hadrian growls quietly. "You mean to tell me.." He takes a few steps forward. "That you spied. On a private conversation?"

Tom sighs, nodding his head. "Yes but I-"

"Tom Marvolo Riddle!!!" Hadrian growls out, anger barely noticeable in his eyes behind the layer of hurt. "You can't be spying on my conversations!! I'm not one of your little minions!!"

Lucius shakes his head. "Tom seriously? I thought we broke you of this habit.." He sighs gently. He knows better then to interfere so he lets the fight play out, as long as no one says anything too hurtful that is.

Tom growls back, clearly not liking the way he was being talked too. "I had a right!!! That woman was screaming your ears off! How could I not be worried!? How could I not go see what was wrong! It's my duty as your head dominant to make sure you're okay! I can't just stand by when you're getting screamed at! And if it was a private conversation you should've shut the doors!!"

Hurt completely takes over the anger in Hadrian's eyes. "Oh.." He frowns. "So it's my fault then?" He grip on his arms tighten. "My fault you're such a nosey bastard? My fault that you apparently cannot trust me to handle a situation which wasn't even a dangerous situation at all?! My fault that you yes you!" He growls, pointing and accusatory finger at Tom. "Don't trust me enough to handle a small conversation like that?! You shouldn't of heard the conversation anyway! I have privacy wards surrounding my office for that very reason! Sure it's not good enough to block out her yelling but that's not the point!!"

Tom sighs gently. "Hadrian... That isn't what I meant and you know it-"

Hadrian cuts him off. "No, Tom. I think we both know you ment that." He sighs, finally letting his arms go. "Did you hear our entire conversation?"

Tom, knowing this wasn't a good time to lie, nods. "I did."

Hadrian growls, cursing in Latin under his breath. "You..." He takes a moment, trying to get himself under control. "You are so fucking lucky you didn't hear more then you did." He growls out before storming out the room, slamming the door behind him.

Tom sighs, rubbing his temples gently. "I messed up didn't I?"

Severus nods. "You did."

Lucius walks over, holding Tom gently knowing the head needs it right now. "Why did you even do that? We all know Hadrian is strong and capable. He isn't your typical submissive Tom, you had no need to do that."

"Yes I did!" Tom insists. "She was screaming, yelling at him at the top of her lungs! I was worried, and rightfully so! I know he could've handled it but... That's my job.. why should he have to when I'm there?"

Severus sighs, shaking his head. "Tom, I think we all know at this point that they're are situations only Hadrian can handle. I believe that was one of those times. That's his family yes? Despite being truly worried, like I'm sure you were, you had no reason to spy on them like that. Hadrian can very well handle his own, you know this."

Tom nods, leaning into Lucius' touch. "I know..." He sighs. "I need to apologize don't I?"

Severus nods. "Definitely. You also need to apologize for insinuating that this whole mess was Hadrian's fault. Despite not being a typical submissive me and Lucius could tell that that hurt him, quite a lot honestly."

Tom whimpers quietly. "I hurt him?..."

Severus nods again. "It may not have been physical but yes, you hurt him. You need to apologize."

Tom was quick to nod. "I will. I just..." He sighs softly. "Do you think he needs time?"

Severus hums in agreement. "Yes, I believe he does."

Tom nods again. "I'll set some stuff up in the meantime."

Severus sighs gently, knowing Tom was going to be difficult about this decision. "You can set up a date if you'd like however there's no way in hell it's going to be just you two." He crosses his arms when Tom glares at him. "You two have very volatile tempers, especially at the moment, I'm not letting you two by alone together for at least two days. I won't risk you hurting our submissive like that again. Once Hadrian has forgiven you you two can be alone together again, but until then me or Lucius, or one of Hadrian's siblings, must be with you."

Tom growls quietly. "You can't do that-"

Severus growls back. "I can and I will. Until your temper is done rearing it's ugly head you two are not going to be alone for a second." His tone made it clear that this decision was final.

When Lucius nods in agreement Tom seems to deflate. "I'm sorry.." He mutters, mad at himself for almost getting mad at Severus when he's just doing what needs to be done.

Severus smiles gently. "You don't need to apologize to me Tom, you need to apologize to Hadrian. And as soon as he's ready to accept your apology I'll bring him to you." He presses a gentle kiss to Tom and Lucius' heads before walking out of the room, set to find and comfort his submissive who no doubt was hurting greatly.

Talking about Family

Chapter Summary

Hadrian talks a bit about his family and Severus happily let's him knowing he needs the distraction

Severus found Hadrian pacing back and forth in the ritual room.

"Gods fuck... What am I supposed to do now?! No one was supposed to know that Milo is pregnant! It's a secret!" Hadrian thinks anxiously as he continues to pace. "I should report this.. I need to report this... I'd be breaking so many vows if I didn't... But... What will they do to them?..." He sighs gently, shaking his head. He couldn't stand to loose his mates and he knew that death was the typical punishment for this sort of thing.

Severus slowly walks inside, wrapping his arms around his young mate. "It's okay.." He whispers softly, holding Hadrian close to his chest.

Hadrian tenses for a moment at the sudden touch but slowly leans into Severus' embrace. "I'm okay.." He assures, though his voice betrays him, shaking slightly.

Severus shakes his head. "It's okay to not be okay treasure. What Tom said and implied was out of line. He shouldn't of spied on you and I'm so sorry that he did. I thought me and Lucius broke him of his habit.."

Hadrian tenses again. He had completely forgotten about the small argument, too busy worrying about what the gods would do.

Severus gently cards a hand through Hadrian's soft white locks. "I'm here treasure.. it's okay to be upset."

Hadrian nods. "I.. honestly had forgotten about that." He sighs gently. "Tom just got all of us in deep shit and I'm trying to figure out how to fix it." He gently leans his head back into Severus.

Severus raises an eyebrow in question, then when he realizes Hadrian can't see him nods. "I see...

What exactly did he do to get us in "deep shit"."

Hadrian sighs. "Well, first off he spied on a conversation with a god. Yes, Milovat is a god, and second he just spilled to both of you that's she's pregnant. Gods pregnancies are kept extremely secret. Not even her lowers know." He tenses a bit more when Severus tightens his grip. "No one's supposed to know..." He sighs again, extremely worn out and it's only one in the afternoon. "I'll need to talk to Milo and get this shit straight..." He whimpers quietly as the thought of his lovers being killed flashes through his mind. "I don't want to loose you..."

Severus nods. "I know treasure.. you won't, don't worry.." He pressed a soft kiss to Hadrian's head. "We'll get through this."

Hadrian smiles faintly. "Yeah..." He allows Severus to hold him in his arms for a bit longer before pulling away. "Let me summon Milo, she needs to know what's happened." He gently rubs his eyes before turning and kissing Severus' cheek. "You're welcome to stay if you'd like. Milo is very kind and she wants to meet you anyway." His smile is gentle but still hesitant, like he's worried Severus is going to leave.

Severus smiles gently back and nods. "I shall stay if I'm allowed. I'm quite interested in your relationship with the gods."

Hadrian let's out a laugh as he begins preparing the room. "Well, it's a bit complicated." He smiles a bit more. "Milovat is like my aunt, Inari is... well I suppose to some she could be seen as a mother figure." He giggles at Severus' surprised expression. "Milovat's husband, Valka, is my uncle. Then I have aunt Cellular, uncle Clay, aunt Ventra, and aunt Koroshi. Technically Eawa is my aunt as well but we don't like each other very much."

Severus let's out a laugh at the name Clay. "I'm sorry but why does a god have such a common name?"

Hadrian shrugs. "Honestly? I have no idea." He smiles. "But those are all the actual gods I consider family. Then there's the lower ranks which I have the most family in as I'm technically apart of them."

Severus raises an eyebrow. "Technically?"

Hadrian nods. "Mhm, the lower ranks are what most people consider demi gods but really they're

glorified servants." He laughs. "For instance Azazel, who you saw earlier, is a lower rank yet most people consider him a god. All gods have atleast two lower ranks under them. In Inari's case she has Azazel, the guardian of Nebe, Nimue, Azazel's wife and guardian of Peklo, and finally Kirikumo, their technical kid, and the guardian of Ocisthe. The head god has the most lower ranks though, being thirteen in total I think?"

Severus' eyes widen. "Wow."

Hadrian nods again. "Mhm, our system is really fascinating but it's also hard to wrap ones head around." He chuckles.

Severus smiles gently. He greatly enjoys how happy Hadrian is when he talks about his family. "Who else is apart of your family?"

Hadrian chuckles more. "Are you sure you want the list? It's quite long." He laughs, remembering just how long that list is.

Severus nods. "Yes, especially if some of them will be coming over soon."

Hadrian nods. "Okay!" He chirps happily then begins to list his family members. "Azazel, Nimue, Kirikumo, Avis, Terrin, Harzelen, Harzelin, Harzley, Harzbin, Thyme, Agni, Azar, Pixie, Cyprian, Vincentius, Bexley, Noir, Alston, Aithné, and finally Kalama. I'm sure there's more but I can't think of them off the top of my head. And those are just the lower ranks!"

Severus chuckles. "That's quite a large family you have treasure."

Hadrian smiles. "Yeah, and they're found family so it's even better!"

Severus cocks his head at this. He knew it was wrong but he couldn't help but ask, "If you don't mind.. what exactly happened to your blood family?"

Hadrian flinches a bit at this. "Ah.." He chuckles weakly. "My parents died when I was really young." He shrugs. "But it's fine though, turns out they were complete assholes anyway."

Severus frowns. "I see.. I apologize for asking love."

Hadrian blushes a little. "It's alright... Let's summon Milo now 'kay?" He asks as he finishes scattering the rose petals. Milovat is a dramatic bastard so she in fact will not appear if they aren't any petals.

Severus chuckles softly. "Alright treasure." He smiles and kisses Hadrian's forehead again.

Hadrian smiles, a faint blush on his cheeks. He still can't handle affection too well. After saying the ritual incantation he waits patiently for Milovat to arrive (aka, I'm too lazy to Latin today).

Milovat, in her overdramatic fashion arrives in a burst of pink sparkles. "Hello dear nephew!" She says, smiling wide as he hugs Hadrian tight.

Hadrian chuckles. "Hello auntie. This is one of my mates Severus."

Milovat immediately looks to the vampire. She glares for a moment before nodding. "Hello!" She says, smiling happily. "My name is Milovat, I'm Hadrian's aunt."

Severus nods politely and smiles. "It's a pleasure to meet you Milovat."

Milovat looks down to Hadrian. "What's wrong darling? You seem off."

Hadrian sighs. "Tom.."

Milovat holds Hadrian closer. "What did he do dear? Do I need to hurt him?"

Hadrian laughs lightly. "No, no, no hurting my mate." He insists. "Anyways." He sighs. "He spied on our conversation earlier..." He frowns, hoping Milovat would take it well.

Milovat giggles. "Oh! I know." She smiles. "I let him." She quickly ruffles Hadrian's hair while he's still surprised. "I allowed him too, he was worried about you dear. Besides, we didn't talk about anything too sensitive."

Hadrian frowns. "But-"

Milovat smiles a bit more. "As long as we don't mention this to anyone else you all will be safe. It'll be our dirty little secret okay?"

Hadrian, after coming out of his shock, laughs happily. "Oh thank Merlin!" He sighs. "I was so worried-"

Milovat giggles. "I know dear. It's alright." She hugs Hadrian closer before letting him go. "I've got to go now dear but me, Valka, and Kiri, maybe more, will be over Sunday alright?"

Hadrian nods. "Okay Auntie. Thank you."

Severus smiles gently. "Thank you."

Milovat smiles brightly. "Goodbye boys." She gives them both a kiss on the head before disappearing a puff of pink.

Hadrian shakes his head. "She's so dramatic."

Severus laughs gently. "She is." He gently grabs Hadrian's hand. "Now, I believe we should talk about what Tom said."

Hadrian immediately frowns. He was not looking forward to this.

Complicated Conversations (1)

Chapter Summary

Hadrian takes Severus to his nesting room in preparation for uncomfortable conversations and they do have uncomfortable conversations

Hadrian sighs but nods. "Okay... Let's head to my room then." He felt safest inside his room and he already had a room to the side dedicated to hard conversations. It held all the items which brought him comfort, minus Tom's horcruxes.

Technically the room was made for a different situation but it would work just as well for this purpose.

Severus smiles gently in response. He gently squeezes Hadrian's hand. "We can go wherever you'd like darling."

Hadrian smiles faintly before leading his mate to his secret comfort room. Severus looks around in awe at all the magical artifacts Hadrian has displayed in his room. "You have a quite the collection treasure." He takes notice of the shelf above his bed but doesn't say anything about it.

Hadrian chuckles weakly. "Yeah.. just a few items from some of my travels." He shrugs. The lie easily slipped off his tongue. It wasn't even a full lie anyways, some were from his travels. He leads Severus from his bedroom down a very small hallway hidden behind a snake portrait. "This is a secret okay? No one else knows this room is here."

Severus nods, knowing he'd end up telling their other mates later anyway. "Alright." He squeezes Hadrian's hand again, he could tell the submissive was still on edge.

Hadrian gently squeezes back before opening a small pastel purple at the end of the hall. "This is my special sanctuary." He smiles a bit more as he walks in. The room was completely different then the rest of the castle. It had soft red walls with white accent pieces strown around. The ceiling was enchanted to look like a dark starry sky but there was something different about it as it had red and gold paper lanterns as well. There was a large bed in the centre with a equally large blanket nest.

The room was decorated with Japanese decorations, Severus wondered where Hadrian got them from. There were Oni masks along the walls with beautiful unique designs on each one. The floor was made of bamboo and felt nice under their feet. The rest of the room had a more magical feel, a few personal items littered the shelves.

A long dark black robe, a silver comb, and a golden snake pendant were the closest items to the bed. It was clear they were there for easy access as they looked easy to grab from the nest. Spider lilies were in a vase on the nightstand, looking perfectly preserved no doubt due to magic. One blue rose, one black rose, and one a deep blood red were also in the vase. They stood out greatly against the red, even the red one did.

Severus couldn't help but wondered the significance of the items in the room. This was certainly a nesting space so why were these items here? Severus nor Lucius nor Tom had given Hadrian anything for resting so just who were these items from. The thought made him growl quietly.

Hadrian jumps a little when he hears Severus' growl. "Sev?" He asks, a bit of a hesitation in his voice. He was already anxious about showing his nesting space to one of his mates and that growl made him even more anxious.

Severus shakes his head. "Sorry treasure.. I'm okay, just a little jealous I suppose."

Hadrian cocks his head before laughing gently. "He's jealous of himself, how cute." He smiles softly at his mate. "Don't worry Sev. They aren't in my life anymore."

Severus nods. "Still. I don't like that you have their stuff. You should have mine and Lucius' and Tom's. Not theirs."

Hadrian shakes his head fondly. "As soon as I get some of your stuff I'll replace it I promise." He assures, smiling a bit as he leads Severus to his nest.

Severus nods. "Good. And you'll get rid of theirs?"

Hadrian nods. "I will, don't worry." He lets go of Severus' hand before climbing gently into his nest. He adjusts the blankets and pillows quickly, wanting to get this uncomfortable conversation over soon.

Severus waits patiently, a smile on his face as he watches his mate adjust the nest. "May I enter?" He asks when Hadrian is done.

Hadrian is quick to nod. "You may."

Severus was careful as he entered the nest, not wanting to mess anything up and risk not being aloud back in. "Are you comfortable?"

Hadrian nods. "I will be." He says before gently snuggling into Severus' side. "There." He smiles up at Severus. "Now I'm comfortable."

Severus chuckles as he wraps an arm around Hadrian. "Good." He smiles before kissing Hadrian's head. "Now, I believe we should talk about what Tom said and how we're gonna proceed."

Hadrian sighs but nods. "Okay.." He honestly did not want to have this conversation but he knows it's necessary.

Severus nods. "Good." He holds Hadrian close, knowing this wasn't going to be easy. He could tell that getting Hadrian to talk about his emotions would be like pulling teeth. "Now first of all, what Tom said and did was wrong and I want you to know that it wasn't your fault he spied on your conversation."

Hadrian nods. "I know... It kind of was though, I did blow it out of proportion. I mean I understand why he did but... I don't appreciate being treated like I can't take care of myself. Milo wouldn't hurt me, even if she can be a bit bipolar at times, she'd never hurt me.."

Severus nods, staying quiet for now to allow Hadrian to vent his frustrations.

"Sure, I should've closed the doors but I didn't think too. I have very strong privacy wards around my office so I honestly didn't think she'd be heard." He sighs. "I do think I was being a bit dramatic though but with my job... stuff like that could get you guys killed and I'm not joking." He frowns. "I have specific vows and breaking them comes with fire consequences. The fact like Tom told you two that Milo is pregnant broke some vows..." He leans more against Severus. "When you guys do things like that it falls back on me because your my mates therefore I'm responsible for your actions."

Severus nods. "I see... I understand treasure, we'll make sure to be more careful."

Hadrian nods. "I know but it's still my fault, I didn't know Tom was there and I should've..." He whimpers slightly. "If I had fed before I would've been able to sense him and stop Milo from talking about the things she did. But, it's also Milo's fault because she knew he was there and kept talking about those things..."

Severus sighs gently. "It's not your fault. Tom shouldn't of spied on your conversation in the first place, alright?"

Hadrian frowns. "But still... It's my fault. I should've been more careful. I should've atleast closed the doors." He sighs, cuddling into Severus' side.

Severus shakes his head. "If you keep blaming yourself I'm going to get the spray bottle." At that Hadrian hisses, he absolutely did not wanna get sprayed with water let alone in his own nest.

"Tell anyone about this and no cuddles for you." Hadrian huffs.

Severus laughs softly. "Then don't blame yourself, it's not your fault." He smiles gently, kissing Hadrian's head. "So precious, I didn't know he could hiss in human form. I'm definitely telling Tom and Lucius about this later." He smirks as a sudden thought comes to him. "Perhaps he can purr too..."

Hadrian cocks his head as he looks up at Severus. "What's that smirk for?"

Severus smiles quickly. "Nothing, nothing at all darling. Now, let's talk about how Tom's words made you feel."

At this Hadrian groans.

Complicated Conversations (2)

Chapter Summary

Hadrian and Severus have a hard then Hadrian requests something intimate

Warnings; slight manipulation? It can be seen that way but it's not Hadrian's intention

Chapter Notes

Sorry there was no Idk You Yet update this week , I didn't have motivation for it and wasn't sure how I wanted the chapter to go but hopefully I'll get it out this Friday!

Hadrian huffs before leaning into Severus more. He decides suddenly that this position is no longer comfortable and instead makes his way into Severus' lap.

Severus was surprised at this but allows Hadrian to do whatever he'd like to get comfortable. Even if that meant his mates delicious neck was directly by his fangs.

Hadrian straddles Severus' thighs and quickly leans into his chest, head laying against his neck. "Better.." He mumbles quietly.

Severus nods, wrapping his arms gently around the kitsune. "Are you ready to talk about your feelings now?"

Hadrian shakes his head then sighs. "No.. but I suppose I'll never be ready." He snuggles closer. "I think Tom's words mostly made me feel hurt..." He begins, a bit of hesitation in his voice like he wasn't sure where to start. "It hurt me more then I'd like to admit honestly."

Severus nods. He had thought that to be the case.

"I just..." Hadrian sighs again, unsure how to continue. "I don't appreciate being treated like I can't take care of myself because I can. I spent so so many years doing it that honestly I don't think it'll change.."

Severus wonders what he means by that but doesn't ask.

"His temper also made me a bit scared.." He mumbles into Severus' neck. "I know how bad his temper can be.. and I'd prefer not to be on the receiving end of it. I mean, I know mine can be bad too especially when someone does something like that but..."

Severus nods. "Tom still isn't quite stable, I understand darling."

Hadrian nods. "Mhm." He sighs gently. "I guess..." He starts again, voice still hesitant. "His actions made me feel a bit betrayed.."

Severus gently kisses the top of his head to show that he was still listening.

"I mean I know I shouldn't, he did have a right to do what he did but still.." Hadrian sighs gently. His head was a complete mess, he got used to not dealing with such emotions.

Severus nods. "You have every reason to feel the way you do treasure." He kisses the top of his mate's head again. "How are you feeling?"

Hadrian shrugs as he begins to scent Severus. He was gently rubbing his nose against the man's neck, breathing in the scent of blood and ashwood deeply. His inner creature purrs with contentment, the scenting was helping to alleviate the hurt from his mind.

Severus sighs gently, still holding Hadrian close. He'd allow the kitsune to take whatever comfort he needed but they did truly need to talk about things. "For right now," He starts, voice wavering a bit when Hadrian brushes over a sensitive spot. "You are Tom are not going to be alone together." He says. He feels Hadrian tense a bit in his arms but when there was no verbal outcry he continues. "It's just for now until you forgive him and he actually earns your forgiveness."

Hadrian nods in agreement. He could handle that. He didn't think he'd wanna be around Tom by himself for the moment anyway.

"Once you've forgiven him you two can have alone time. He's also not going to see you again until he's calmed himself down." Severus runs a gentle hand through Hadrian's hair when he feels the

little minx start licking. "Treasure, behave." He warns lightly, unsure whether it was Hadrian's instincts making him do such a thing or that he wanted a distraction.

Hadrian nods, immediately stopping his licking though he continues to scent Severus' neck. "I understand.." He mumbles. His creature was upset that his head dominant wouldn't be seeing him for a bit. It wanted his attention so badly though thankfully Hadrian was still mostly in control.

Severus nods. "Good." He knew it would be hard on his little submissive but he also knew it was for the best. He didn't want nor need either of them snapping at each other again.

"Is he still here?.." Hadrian asks quietly, voice barely above a whisper.

Severus nods. "To my knowledge he and Lucius are still here yes, Lucius is calming Tom down currently." He wasn't entirely sure why Hadrian asked but he answered anyway.

Hadrian nods, purring lightly. It helped his creature to know that yes his angry mate was still here. Despite knowing Tom was likely still angry it helped though Hadrian did know why. He honestly could've just connected his magic to the wards instead of asking but he didn't feel like it. "Sev?.."

"Yes treasure?" Severus cocks his head.

"When you feed from me?" Hadrian asks, a faint smile on his face. He had never felt Severus' bite before, Severus abandoning and rejecting him before he did, and he was curious when Severus would.

Severus smiles faintly. He was a little startled by the question but he wasn't truly surprised. "Not for awhile yet trickster."

Hadrian pouts. "How long?" He knew when a vampire bites his mate that it would be pleasurable and he wanted to experience that for himself.

Severus gently kisses Hadrian's cheek upon feeling the pout on his skin. "A long while, we haven't even been out on a date my dear."

Hadrian huffs. "So? I don't care in what order things are done."

Severus chuckles. "Yes well, we care." He holds Hadrian closer. "Tom would skin me alive if he knew I bite you."

Hadrian looks up at Severus, his eyes blown wide and fully pleading. "Please?"

Severus sighs gently. "Trickster-"

Hadrian cuts him off. "I know what I'm asking." He knew he wouldn't be able to leave Severus for too long after this. "Please..." He finally was able to understand what he was feeling and that was worry mixed with fear. He knew Severus wouldn't be able to reject him after this which is the main reason he wanted to do it. He didn't want Severus to leave him again, never like that. "I need it.. I need us to be close like that..."

Severus gently brings Hadrian from his neck, holding his face gently. "You know what will happen if I do this?" They'd have to stay completely touching for at least ten hours then slightly touching for another five then within each other sights for two days. Severus didn't know if this was a good idea but if this is what his mate wanted then he'd accept it. "I don't want you to rush into anything." He says gently, he himself feared being rejected but he also feared his mate being forced to stay with him against their wishes.

Hadrian was quick to nod. "Yes. Please. I want it Sevvy." The old nickname quickly slipped from his tongue and made Severus' breath hitch. Never had anyone called him that in such a gentle and loving way. Most said it to gain his ire but not Hadrian, the way he said it was gentle and soft. It made the vampire's heart flutter and a smile cross his features. Severus nods. "Okay, I'll bite you."

A/N

Heyyyyy... how y'all doinnnnn?...

Lmfao, ik ik, it's been weeks! I'm sorry for that but some of my activities have started back up and it's left me truly exhausted. The next chapter should hopefully be out soon, I apologize for the wait.

Ngays, I just wanted to tell you that I've rebranded the story! Hehe- new title and new summary, I just felt that the story got away from me so much that the old title and summary just didn't fit anymore thank you for reading my announcement and thank you for your patience 3

The Marking

Chapter Summary

Severus finally bites Hadrian and as always this is not beta'd

Chapter Notes

Hi hi peoples! Sorry this update is so late but all my activities and stuff have started back up so updates are gonna be out whenever they can now. Also you'll notice I rebranded the book! Hehe yeah, the old title and summary just didn't fit it anymore so here we go!

Enjoy reading, there's a bit of foreplay here till the actual smut next chapter ;)

Hadrian stayed clinging onto Severus for awhile longer before he gently started pulling away. "I should go ahead and start gathering things for the ritual.." He mumbles. His creature was upset to be leaving Severus already.

Severus nods gently. "Alright darling, do you need my assistance?"

Hadrian shakes his head gently. "No. Can you go check on Tom and Lucius please while I do this?"

Severus sighs but nods once more. "If that's what you wish I shall.." He smiles then gently kisses his mates nose. "Shall I meet you back here when you're done or wait outside the room?"

Hadrian thinks for a moment, a small pout on his face. "Wait outside... I don't want to be away from you longer then necessary."

Severus nods again. "Okay, I can do that." He smiles gently at Hadrian before running his fingers through his mates hair. "Shall we, my treasure?"

Hadrian grumbles quietly but nods. "We shall." He nods in agreement before getting up.

Hadrian and Severus walk in silence towards the ritual room. Once they get there Severus squeezes his hand gently. "Good luck, my treasure."

Hadrian smiles faintly before nodding. "You'll be here?" He asks, voice soft and slightly unsure.

Severus nods. "I shall, have no fear dear." He leans down and gently kisses Hadrian's head.

The next hour passed by quickly for the pair. The blood adoption ritual went much better then Hadrian could've hoped, having easily gained permission from Death, Celestia, and Negativity. Luna's hair had lightened even more, looking even closer to a Malfoy blonde due to the ritual and the twins now had white tips to their copper colored hair and now spotted matching green eyes.

Severus also had a productive time, having talked with Tom about his actions and what he was about to do. Initially Tom vetoed it but after hearing that Hadrian requested it, pleaded basically, he was quick to cave.

Now the pair were slowly walking back to Hadrian's room, a peaceful silence between them. Neither of them said a word until they got to Hadrian's door. "Are you sure about this?" Severus asks, his callused hand brushing Hadrian's soft one.

Hadrian nods, smiling gently. "I'm sure. If I wasn't I wouldn't of asked."

Severus nods. "Okay." He gently takes Hadrian's hand and leads him into the room. "Nesting space or here?"

"Here." Hadrian replies, a slight wrinkle on his nose at the thought of blood in his nesting space.

Severus smiles gently. "Okay."

Hadrian smiles a bit more, butterflies growing in his stomach as they get positioned on the bed. Severus chose to have Hadrian sitting in his lap, straddling his thighs, rather then any other position.

Hadrian's face flushes red at the position they're in. This causes Severus to chuckle lightly. "Your face flushes so beautifully.." The vampire mumbles, lips inches from Hadrian's. "I wonder if that blush extends downwards too."

Hadrian blushes more as he looks into Severus' lustful eyes. He could see the tinge of red around Severus' black irises, he found that especially beautiful. He loved that he could make Severus feel such a way. "Yeah?" He mutters quietly before connecting their lips.

Severus smirks into the kiss, his lips moving languidly against the kitsune's. His hands wandered as much as Hadrian would allow, tweaking Hadrian's hard nipples underneath the fabric and with his other hand squeezing his thigh tightly. Hadrian pulled away after a few moments, slightly breathless and more then aroused from those few touches. "L- let's get on with it-" He whispers breathlessly.

Severus chuckles and nods. "Alright. Get comfortable, this is gonna hurt a bit."

Hadrian nods. He knew it would but he was looking forward to that painful pleasure. He placed his hands gently against Severus' chest before adjusting slightly in his lap. "Okay, I'm ready." His voice gave away his nervousness.

Severus sighs gently. "We don't have to do this-"

Hadrian instantly shakes his head. "No! I want too! I need this please-"

Severus cuts him off with a light peck after seeing the furry determination in his lovers eyes. "Are you sure? There's no going back after this."

Hadrian nods. "Please. I need this Sevvy please." The look in his eyes was so pleading that Severus found himself unable to deny the young kitsune.

Severus sighs gently before nodding. "Okay." He wasn't quite sure of this decision himself but if it would help Hadrian he'd do anything. He gently leaned his head down against the others neck. "Do you want me to count down?" Severus asks as he breathed in the scent of honeysuckle and some other soft sweet fragrance.

"No." Hadrian replies quickly. Counting would only make him anxious and he doesn't want that

now.

Severus nods. "Alright." He nuzzles his nose softly right in the juncture of Hadrian's neck, right where his scent was the strongest. Oh how he was tempted to bite right there however he wanted his bite to be much more visible. He didn't want Hadrian to be able to hide it easily. He licks a long stripe from the juncture to the Sternocleidomastoid muscle.

This causes Hadrian to shiver slightly in anticipation, making the vampire smirk. "Patience, my treasure." He murmurs gently.

Hadrian huffs. "I have no patience."

Severus chuckles. "Trust me, I'm well aware." His smirk grows before he nuzzles against the muscle, causing Hadrian to gasl lightly. "I want my mark to be very visible."

Hadrian whimpers quickly in agreement. He and his creature loved the thought of having Severus' mating mark extremely visible. Partially because he knew that no one would be able to deny their bond and mostly because he knew this would make Lucius and Tom want to make theirs extremely visible too.

"You're mine." Severus growls quietly before biting right on that muscle, fangs piercing the skin easily. Hadrian's taste was nothing like Lucius' or Tom's. Hadrian tasted sweeter, like a combination of strawberries and a sweet flowery flavor that he can't identify. Whatever it was it was definitely addicting. In his haze of hunger and lust he could hear Hadrian whimpering and moaning quietly as he drained the blood from his gorgeous veins. He felt Hadrian's body become pliant on top of him. He felt smug that he could make Hadrian relax in such a manner.

Hadrian could feel the mate bond snapping into place at the back of his mind. At all once he was rattled with feelings of lust, hunger, joy, and just a slight bit of smugness. "Of course he's feeling smug at a time like this." Hadrian thinks in his barely there mind. He felt a fire burning into his skin where Severus is still attached.

"This is finally it." His lust addled mind thinks. "I don't have to worry about him leaving anymore."

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The First Letter

The Dungeons

The Second Letter

More Information

The Kitsune and The Vampire

Fire Call

Classes or lack there of

Preparing for the Chase

The Chase

Clearing Cuddles and Pranks

Toad.

No Toad :)

Finding of the Body

The Dreamscape

A Chaotic Stay

Storytime

Chapter 17

Familiar

Chaos

Coming Home

Meddling Mates (jk they just care3)

A Sweet Morning

The Chateau

Eavesdropping isn't nice Tom

A Despairing Place

Zetsubō

Surprise?

Seishin

Ritual

Tom Marvolo Riddle!!!

Talking about Family

Complicated Conversations (1)

Complicated Conversations (2)

A/N

The Marking