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a/n- Thank you all for the kind words. You guys are the best! I can't believe there are so many followers. Never in my wildest dreams did I believe this story would have taken off the way it has.
Just a little Smut warning, there is an interesting turn of events at the end of this chapter. If you have a sensitive mind, I would suggest you skip it- it is clearly marked.

I hope you all enjoy!

Chapter 20
"Normal Speech"
Thoughts
'Mental Conversations'

"I have just received word from Kingsley. Lucius Malfoy has escaped."

Before Harry exploded he check on Hermione through his bond to make sure she was still asleep. "When did this happen? And more importantly, how did this happen?" Harry was doing his best to keep his anger under control, managing to lower temperature a few degrees.

Sirius walked up to Amelia and put a hand on her shoulder to off some support and said, "Amy, can you tell us what happened? I assume you need to be going?"

Amelia put her hand on top of Sirius' and replied, "It is still too early to know every detail. We were keeping him in a maximum security cell at the ministry. And yes, I do need to be going." She turned to her niece and said, "I'm sorry Susan, but I won't be home tonight, would you like to go to Hannah's for the evening? I could even bring you to Longbottom manor."

"Amelia, why don't I see if Susan can stay here with us?" replied Harry, still breathing deeply. He thoughtfully added, "This way you won't have to worry about her, and it would give us a chance to get to know one another."

"We don't want to impose on you. Besides, how many people are actually staying here?" asked Amelia.

Harry took a minute to try and figure out how many people actually were staying there. "I think there are about 8 of us here right now. Plus 3 house elf's." Before Amelia could say anything, Harry walked out of the room to search for Narcissa.

"Stop right there Amy, there is no point of even trying to chase after him. He may look like his father, but he is every bit his mother's son." Sirius said to stop Amelia right in her tracks.

~PAGE BREAK~

Harry started running towards the back of the house and loudly called, "Cissy?"

Just as he reached the drawing room Narcissa poked her head out and said, "I'm in here Harry." She was beginning to learn that whenever Harry came running, something had happened.

Shaking her head, she walked back over to the fire and sat back on the sofa, waiting for Harry to make his grand entrance. And grand it was. He came flying into the room so fast that that when he tried to stop in front of her and Draco, he ended up skidding across the floor and into the wall. He laid stock still for just a moment. He jumped to his feet and saw that Draco and Narcissa were trying very hard not to laugh in his face, and were about to fail. "Cissy, would it be alright if Susan joined our little group for the night?" Harry hesitated for a moment, not sure if she should tell her and Draco about Lucius. "Could you join us for a moment?"

He saw Narcissa stiffen at the last part. She quietly asked, "Is this about Lucius?"

"Please, join us in the other room." Harry quickly walked out and back towards the others. He paused only briefly to ensure that Narcissa and Draco were following him. Harry walked back into the parlor and turned to motion Narcissa to take a seat, who was coming in just behind him. Harry waited for her and Draco to get situated before asking again if it was alright if Susan stayed with them.

"I don't have a problem that, but will someone tell me what is happening?" asked Narcissa.

Amelia was glaring daggers at Harry as she crossed the room. "Susan, would you like to stay here? Or would you like for me to bring you someplace else? We may have to figure out another way to get to Gringotts tomorrow. I may not be available for the next few days." The anger showed on Amelia's face at this.

"Amy, you need to tell them what happened." Sirius said as he crossed to stand next to her.

Narcissa tried keeping her hands on her lap still, but ended clinging to her skirt. "I'm sorry Narcissa, Lucius escaped a few hours ago." Narcissa paled slightly at hearing this.

Draco stood and went to stand behind his mother to offer support and asked, "What do we tell Emma?" Narcissa stiffened even more at this. Emma was finally becoming comfortable and not jumping at every sound that was unseen.

"Tell me what?" asked Emma as she came walking into the room.

Harry jumped slightly since his back was to the door. "Emma, is Hermione alright?" he asked.

Emma walked over to Harry and placed a hand on his arm and replied, "She is fine. Luna is with her now, and I wanted to grab a quick bite to eat from the kitchens. Now, tell me what?" Emma looked around the room and her eyes stopped on Narcissa. She saw her stiffly sitting in the chair and looking very pale. Emma looked up to Draco's face and saw a hint of concern in his eyes. It was so small that if you didn't look closely, you would have missed it. "Cissa, what is going on." She asked as she went to her side.

Narcissa stood, and had Emma take her seat. "Cissy, I don't think we should address this now." Replied Sirius.

"Normally, I would agree with you Sirius, but she deserves to know." Narcissa said as she knelt in front of Emma. Taking her hands she said, "Em, I want you to know that I will protect you and that you are safe here, alright." She saw Emma's panic start to rise, and gave her hands a squeeze. "Lucius has escaped." Emma's eyes glazed over for a moment before becoming wider and wider from fear. Emma started to slide out of the very chair she was sitting in, and Narcissa took her in her arms and held her tight. "Susan, you are more than welcome to stay with us for as long as is needed. We have one rule here, please call me Narcissa, none of this Lady Black, and never Lady Malfoy. Draco, could you please show Miss Bones to one of the spare bedrooms?"

Draco wanted to stay and help his mother, but knew it would be better for her to handle this alone. "Alright mother. Bones, if you will follow me." Susan went over and gave her Aunt a kiss on the cheek and said good evening before following Draco out of the room.

Amelia was watching the scene unfold between Narcissa and Emma. Her heart went out to Emma. She walked over and crouched down so that Emma could look at her face when she said, "Emma, I will find him and he will pay for what he has done. You have my word on this." Looking to Narcissa she said "Thank you for looking after my niece. I hope it won't be gone for too long. If you have need of me, send one of your elves." As she stood, Sirius took her by the elbow to guide her out. Harry made some excuse about turning in for the night and quickly left the two alone. Narcissa rocked Emma back and forth and tried to offer her some comfort. After a few minutes, the shaking seemed to stop and Narcissa said, "Let's get you into bed Em." Narcissa tried to get her to stand, but found Emma's legs wouldn't support her fully. She quickly cast a feather weight charm on Emma and picked her up to carry her to their bedroom.

"Stay with me." Asked Emma as she was burring her face into Narcissa's neck.

"Always."

~PAGE BREAK~

Sirius walked Amelia to the Floo in the study in silence. "Amy, don't worry about Susan. She will be well care for here. I will send an owl to Gringotts in the morning. I may be able to get them to come here. I also plan on having them freeze Malfoy's vaults. I'll see if I can convince them to detain him if he decides to try and show up." Sirius waited for Amelia to look him in the eyes before adding, "I know it is a terrible way to end such a wonderful evening."

Sirius leaned in for a kiss, but was stopped when Amelia put her hand on his chest. "Sirius, we can't. I must…"

Deciding to ignore her, Sirius pulled her in and gave her a passionate kiss, a very effect way to stop her protests. He pulled back a little and said, "Promise me one thing Amelia." She straightened a little at this. Sirius very rarely used her given name. "When your day is over, come back here. Stay with me. I know that Lucius may try to come after you. I'm not saying that you can't take care of you, because I know that is a lie."

"They tell me the real reason you want me to come back here." She replied in a pleading voice.

"So that I can know that you are safe. I just got you back. I don't know what I would do if you were taken from me."

Amelia kissed Sirius again before pulling away. "I have to go. I will send word when I know more. Look after Emma Sirius, she will need all the help she can get."

Unknown cottage in Northern England-

Lucius Malfoy was living anything but a comfortable life. The recent escapee was pacing around the one room cottage, trying to come up with an appropriate plan. He had to take out his enemies. But how? That damn Mudblood was never alone. He growled at the thought of Narcissa and Draco. He should have disowned the boy long ago. He threw the glass of brandy across the room and growled, "Filthy Blood Traitors." He had to figure out a way to make them all pay. No one made Lucius Malfoy look like a fool. This time would be different, instead of going after the bitch's mother, he would go straight to the heart of the matter. He was so busy trying to put the pieces together he never heard the crack announcing an arrival. He walked took deep breaths as he walked to the door. "What do you want?" he sneered at the old man standing before him.

"Perhaps we can help each other out Lucius." Replied Dumbledore as he was walking past. "You see, we both want the same thing and I believe that if we work together, we can accomplish the task at hand."

"And what is this task you speak of?" Lucius replied.

Dumbledore gave Lucius a hard look and said, "The torture and death of one Hermione Granger."

DMLE, Amelia's office-

Amelia Bones was sitting at her desk with a large cup of coffee as the sun was beginning to rise. As she was trying to put the finishing touches on the plans for the search and recapture of Lucius Malfoy. She would have no rest until the bastard was back in custody. At least she wouldn't have to worry for her niece. Amelia knew that Susan would be well cared for. She was so wrapped up in her thoughts, that she didn't hear the knock on the door. Then again, Tonks never did wait for her to invite her in. "Wotcher Bonesy."

Amelia looked up as she took a sip of coffee. "Ah, morning Tonks. Come sit down." Amelia watched Remus and Bill Weasley follow close behind. It was good that they were all there.

"Any clue what happened Amelia?" asked Remus.

Amelia sighed as she put her cup down. "The preliminary investigation shows that it was an inside job. We are trying to look into the matter more, but keep coming up with dead ends." She slammed her fists on the desk in frustration. "To make matter's worse, Fudge and his damn Toad keep trying to derail all attempts at investigating this matter."

Remus went over and put his hand on her arm to try and calm her. "Amelia, what would you like us to do?" he asked. Amelia fell back into her chair and was silent as she tried to gather her thoughts. "We need to protect not only Lord and Lady Potter, but also Emma Granger, Draco Malfoy, and Narcissa Black. I received a folder from Ragnok about Fudge's dealings and will use that to my advantage. You will know that part of my plan within the next few hours. Tell, what are your upcoming plans for the Potter's protection while at school?"

"Remus will be living in Hogsmead at one of the Potter properties while myself and Tonks will remain inside the castle. We have enlisted the help of two of their class mates. Fred and George Weasley. One other thing we had discussed is also adding additional eyes and ears within each of the other houses." Bill said. He waited for all this to sink in before continuing on with, "We plan on speaking with Neville Longbottom from Gryffindor, Draco will agree with the offer from Slytherin house and that Luna will also agree from Ravenclaw house. We want to discuss your thoughts on Susan being our eyes and ears for Hufflepuff. One thing we know for certain, several teachers are also on our side. Severus will be returning, and Minerva will keep a close eye on everything for us. I just wish there was another way to keep a closer eye on Dumbledore."

Amelia stood and crossed to the fire place to think for a moment. She took a deep breath before saying, "We need to discuss all of this with the Potter's. Let me think on how we get more ears and eyes on Dumbledore. For all we know, Lady Potter may be able to come up with a solution to that problem. I'm sure Susan will agree, just let her get to know those two and all will work out."

Narcissa's home, master bedroom-

The sun was just starting to peak through the windows as Harry tiptoed back from the bathroom. He didn't get much sleep the previous night. What with Lucius on the run, Dumbledore trying to control him, and his wife still recovering, who could blame him. He laid in bed propped up on his elbow watching Hermione sleep peacefully and thought, She looks like an angel when she sleeps. I fall in love with her all over again when I see each time I lay eyes on her. Hermione slowly rolled over, and her face was covered by her unruly, bushy hair. Harry brushed the hair off her face, causing her to throw her arm around his waist. He pulled her close and kissed the top of her head. He pushed all the love he was feeling through the bond. He snuggled closer to her, reveling in the moment. He knew that times like this were going to be a very rare. The next few weeks were going to be incredible busy with all the training, and trying to come up with a plan to defeat not one but two Dork Lords. Harry felt the bond become clearer and clearer, making him lean in close and say, "Good morning my heart." Hermione grumbled into Harry's chest, making him chuckle. Harry held her close and tried again, "Good morning sweetheart."

"Morning." She replied. Hermione was always grumpy first thing in the morning, and Harry loved every moment of it. "How long have I been asleep?" she asked.

"Just over 18 hours. How are you feeling?" He replied while still holding her close.

She stretched before replying, "Rested and pain free. But how? How did this happen?" Before Harry could reply Luna came skipping into the room. "Luna? What are you doing here?" asked Hermione as she was trying to sit up.

"I came to check on you. I helped heal you yesterday. Don't try moving too quickly." Replied Luna as she sat on the end of the bed and stared at the two of them.

"Um Luna, could you give us a few minutes to wake up?" asked Hermione.

"This will only take a few minutes. I just want to do a quick exam." Luna jumped off the end of the bed and pulled back the covers. Hermione was too shocked to do anything. Luna started to press on her joints. "How does that feel? Your aura seems to be much better today." Hermione jumped a little when Luna got to her lower back and then again to her hips and knees. "Hmm. You are much better than yesterday, but I think you need another treatment. I'm going to get my needles. Be right back."

Harry and Hermione watched Luna skip out of the room. "What just happened?" asked Hermione as she was trying to get out of bed. "I have the feeling that I better use the bathroom before Luna gets back. Can you give me a hand Harry?"

Harry quickly got up and went over to her side of the bed. Taking her hands, he helped her slowly walked to the bathroom. "Do you remember what the goblin healer said yesterday? About how the Cruciatus curse Snape used was a modified version? Well, it turns out that it draws more power not only off your core, but also on any magic that is used on you and that included potions. Luna had a vision and came to your rescue. If she hadn't showed up when she did, you wouldn't be standing here right now."

As soon as Hermione finished in the bathroom Harry took her in his arms and passionately kissed her. When they finally pulled a part, he looked deep into those warm chocolate eyes. Before she knew it, he picked her up bridal style and carried her over to the bed while she was saying, "Harry, I can walk you know. Put me down." All he did was laugh at her. It was the first time in a long time since he truly laughed like that. Just as he got to the bed, Luna came back into the room.

With her trademark dreamy stare, she asked, "Are we ready to get started?" She walked to Hermione's side and put down her needles. Hermione's curiosity was peaked when she noticed the needles and said, "Luna, can I ask you a question?"

Luna replied, "You already did, but I'll let you ask another", causing Harry to chuckle.

Hermione shot a mock glare at Harry before asking, "How did you heal me yesterday?"

Luna was pushing the covers back and said, "Lay on you back for me please. I used your pressure points and acupuncture." Luna saw the shocked look on Hermione's face, so she went on to say, "Merlin doesn't just speak to you two. He was the one who told me how to counter the curse that was used on you."

'Remember what Merlin told us and what the prophecy said, Keep the child of the moon close.' Harry gently reminded her.

Luna set to work with helping Hermione. Just like last time, Luna started from the top of Hermione's head and slowly worked her way down. "Can you turn onto your stomach now? I need to do the same thing to your back before placing the needles." Harry helped Hermione turn over, and called for Bess. The elf gave a curtsey and Harry asked, "I know it's early, but could you please start breakfast for us. As of right now, we plan on eating in the morning room."

"How long do I need to say like this?" Hermione asked with her face pushed into the mattress.

"Just a few more minutes and then you are free to go. Now, one more thing for you to know. You are not to do magic for the next 24 hours." Luna went to pick up the book and take a seat. Just as she grabbed the book, she dropped it and stared off into space.

Harry looked over at her and a became a little concerned. "Luna? Is everything alright?" Hermione tried to turn her head to see, but was stopped when Harry shoved her face further into the mattress to stop her. 'Not funny Potter. What is going on?'

'I think Luna is having a vision. I'm going to try to push the image through the bond.' Harry pulled the image to the front of his mind and tried to push it to Hermione's mind.

Hermione gasped as the image came through, but before she could ask Harry any questions, he saw that Luna was back in this realm and asked, "What did you see Luna?"

"There are troubling times ahead. Your heart will be stolen from you for a time. If you do not let your knights help, you will lose her forever." Luna replied as she went to take her seat. "You also need to tell her what happened last night as well."

Harry and Hermione were stunned. "Tell me about what Harry?"

He started to shift nervously on the bed. "I will tell you all about it once we are done with your treatment, and not a moment sooner."

Hermione wanted to pout, but realized that it was pointless since her face was basically in the mattress. "How much longer do have I have to stay like this Luna?" she asked.

Luna didn't bother to look up from her book and replied, "Just about a minute." Luna slowly put the book down and glided over to the bed. "Stay still" she said as she slowly started to pull the needles out. It only took her about 2 minutes to take them all out. "I'm going to head down to the kitchens. Hermione, we may need to repeat this tonight." Luna's eyes glazed over for a second before she dreamily added, "Make sure you keep your temper under control."

Hermione waited for Luna to leave the room before pouncing on Harry, pinning him to the bed. As she was straddling him she said, "Now Potter, tell me exactly what the hell happened last night."

"As much as I am enjoying this position, I don't think it will work in your favor." He replied as he flipped the over so that she was now pinned with her arms above her head. "I will tell you what has happened, but you have to swear that you will actually listen to what I have to say and not blow your top. You have been letting your anger get the best of you ever since the change, and that is not like you. You are supposed to be the one that stays calm, remember? I'm supposed to charge straight ahead without looking or thinking."

Hermione struggled against Harry's hold, but was going nowhere. "Fine" she replied in a huff.

"Lucius Malfoy escaped last night from the ministry. Amelia Bones has been investigating all night, and Susan is staying with us as well."

Hermione took several deep breaths, trying to keep her anger in check. She barely had it under control when she asked through gritted teeth, "Is there anything else I should know?"

"Neville will be joining us later today. He will be training with us." Harry felt the bed start to shake. "Hermione, I told you to keep your anger in check!" he growled.

"I'm trying Harry, it's not exactly easy at the moment." She snarled back. Ever since they have gone through their growth spurt, she has been having a lot of difficulty with her anger and emotions. She wasn't sure if this was because of the growth physically or magically. Or even both for that matter. Hermione was struggling in earnest to get out of Harry's grip. "Maya!" She was trying with all her might to through him off, but was getting nowhere. "Hermione! Look at me!" he barked, pushing a little magic into his words. This did the trick, she looked directly into his eyes. There was a fire burning in his eyes right now. Harry was staring deep in to her eyes and saw them basically glowing from the anger she had pent up inside of her. He slammed his lips into her and pulled her into a passionate kiss. He thought that this would have made her melt, but if anything it seemed to give her strength.

~WARNING!~

Hermione managed to pull her arms free, and was clawing to get his shirt off. He lifted slight to let her, and as she lifted herself off he bed to meet his lips again, he ripped her shirt off. He went to slam her back into the bed, but then was flipped onto his back. "Wait." He panted. Hermione lifted her brow, but then realized that they needed to silence the room. She quickly waved her hand and not only silenced everything, but also set up wards that not even the best curse breaker could get through. Harry was next to wave his hand and cast a contraceptive charm. After the glowing stopped, they slammed back into each other and rolled from one side of the bed to the other. Harry ended up being pinned underneath Hermione, who was being the more aggressive of the two. Harry tried to flip her, but she growled and nipped his neck. Harry summoned his inner strength and flipped her over and conjured ropes, trying her arms to the head board. She growled at him again, but this time in a husky voice he said, "You want to play it like that my pet?" She growled again, but was stopped as Harry twisted her nipples, causing her to whimper a little. "Who is in charge?" he asked as he was lowering his face down to her ears. "Tell me. Who is in charge?" He was slowly working his fingers between her lips, making her to buck her hips wildly to try to get more pressure. He pulled them away and she tried bucking harder to get them back. Harry bit her neck this, drawing blood this time, and said, "Who. Is. In. Charge!"

Hermione whimpered and replied in a whisper, "You are." He bit her again and growled, "Louder!

While all of this was going on, Harry was lightly touching between her legs, suckling on her neck. In a gasp she said, "You are!" He used his knees to push her legs a part and then hovered himself just above her entrance. Hermione was trying to growl again, but was beat to the punch when he slammed himself into her all the way up to the hilt. Hermione gasped and moaned all at the same time. She managed to get dissolve the ropes and throw her arms around him and drag her nails down her back, making him hiss. At first he started moving slowly, but as soon as those nails scrapped down his back he slammed into her. She moaned his name and then growled as he tried to slow. Neither of them wanted to make love right now. What they wanted, needed, was to burn through the aggression they were feeling. Hermione tried clawing at his back again, but this time when Harry slammed in, he forced their bond to open completely. She gasped as she tried to scream/moan his name. Harry grabbed her wrists and forced her arms above her head. She tried to pull her arms away, but quickly reprimanded when he bit her for a third time and pushed his dominance through the bond. He needed her to know that he was in charge. That he was the man in this relationship.

"Harry…" she moaned. He felt her climax building, matching his own.

"Not yet" he growled back. She met him every step of the way, both of them feeling each other through their bond. Hermione squeezed her eyes closed as their bodies reached closer and closer to their mark. "Open your eyes Maya." He said. She arched her back, but didn't actually hear him. "Hermione, look at me dammit!" he said forcefully. Her eyes sprang open at this command, locking on his. "Who is your master? Who is your lord and husband?" he roared, keeping eye contact.

"You are." She panted. Hermione screamed Harry's name as they both went over the edge of the cliff they were teetering on.
~End warning~

Harry was staring into Hermione's eyes panting heavily for only a moment before his arms gave out, and sent him crashing to the bed. It took several minutes before of panting heavily before either of them could speak. "Harry, what is happening to us?" asked Hermione once she was able to catch her breath. She flipped to her side and Harry said, "I don't know Maya. Ever since this mess started, our emotions have been all over the place, and I'm not talking regular teenage hormones either."

"Who can we talk to about this? What are we going to do?" she asked.

"I think our first move is to shower. Then, we talk to Luna. We may have to try and reach out to Merlin and our other mentors." Replied Harry as he tried to roll off the bed to his feet, but fell flat on his face. Hermione was giggling when Harry popped up and said he was alright. He walked over to her and held out his hand to help her get up. Hermione leaned into Harry as she stood, and together they went to get ready to face whatever the day had in store for them.

a/n 2- Ok, the sex just kind of appeared. I hadn't planned on putting that in. Right now, they are very aggressive due to the changes they are going through. Which also explains why Harry was being so dominating. Let me know what you all think! You guys rock!

Edited 7/5/17