To Love a Malfoy

Chapter 14

‘Ministry of Magic’

Lucius was busy working on some reports in his office when there was a loud knock on the door. Scowling, he looked up from his desk and called out for the person to enter. He was slightly irritated by whoever it was for having disrupted his train of thought but was also rather grateful for the break in the dreary routine of having to go through rather dull paperwork. Looking up, he smiled at who walked in and stood up to greet his old friend.

“Severus, I wasn’t expecting you today. I am quite sure your name wasn’t listed in my appointment book for any scheduled meeting though I must say I am rather pleasantly surprised to see you.”

“Good afternoon, Lucius.” Severus shook the offered hand in greeting and sat down at the proffered chair.

Lucius notified his secretary that he was not to be disturbed then called for a house elf and requested that food and drinks be brought for them. While they were waiting, Lucius looked at Severus and with a raised eyebrow inquired as to the reason for his visit.

“Severus, I am sure there is a very good reason for your being here on a weekday instead of supervising the troublesome students at Hogwarts.”

“Lucius, you know damned well why I am here especially since our last meeting.” growled out Severus stretching out his long legs and crossing them at the ankles.

“Ah, yes, let me guess, that would be our famous Mr. Potter would it not?” inquired Lucius with a raised eyebrow.

“Quit the sarcasm Lucius and tell me what happened with Harry‘s first night at your home”

“Why Severus, that is rather personal don’t you think?” Lucius smirked and leaned back examining his polished fingernails enjoying being able to taunt his friend.

“Lucius, enough with all this shit and tell me what happened. If you’ve harmed the boy in anyway, I swear by all that is holy that you will be sorry.”

They were interrupted by the house elf bringing their lunch in and waited until he left before continuing with their discussion.

“Severus, you really do care for the little brat don’t you? How sweet. I never knew you had it in you.”

“Lucius, don’t you dare call him names. I used to think the same way about Harry but since I have got to know him my old views have changed and you know it. Since the demise of Voldemort, I’ve been given the chance to start a new life and it’s all due to Harry. He has sacrificed and lost so much in order for others to live and it’s time we helped him.”

Severus sat in his chair brooding and thinking about his new relationship with Harry. They had put aside their past differences before the War ended in order to defeat Voldemort. It was as Albus had always told him, Harry was not his father and not the spoiled or self-centered child he thought him to be but was quite the opposite in fact. He had inherited Lily’s eyes as well as her kindly disposition. Harry would gladly give his life for those he loved, or anyone for that matter, in order for them to live as he had proved time and time again. I had been so wrong about him and made his life at school a living hell yet he still found it in his heart to forgive me. When he was in the Hospital, Harry was the only who had sat by his bedside until he was out of danger. Over time, they talked and got to know one another while he was recuperating. I never thought I would learn to trust anyone ever again but thanks to Harry I have turned my life around. I used to be a cold-hearted bastard who would rather be left alone to dwell in my own self-pity rather than open up to a friend. He thought back to his days of staying in the dark dank dungeons brewing potions while his hair, teeth and skin suffered the consequences. Being a Death Eater didn’t help matters either but again thanks to Harry that part of his life was behind him forever. Lucius is my dear friend but Harry has become like a son to me and I will do anything for him. He looked up from his contemplating and saw Lucius studying him.

“What?” he asked.

“You have a rather large frown on your face my friend. If your not careful Severus, you’ll start to get wrinkles and lose your new found good looks and we can’t have that, now can we?”

“I am serious, Lucius, do not hurt Harry or you will answer to me.” promised Severus. “Now tell me what happened or I swear I will hex you.”

Wanting to reassure his friend, he said. “Severus, I can’t go into all the personal details but suffice it to say Mr. Potter and I have seemed to work out our differences.”

“When I first brought him to the Manor, we did have a confrontation but I will leave it to your active imagination on how we made up. Harry and I also had several nice long detailed conversations during the night and came to a mutual agreement that would be beneficial to both of us.” Lucius smiled at Severus and continued, “Severus, don’t worry, I swear to you that I have not harmed Harry or our children. In fact, I find myself being pleasantly drawn in by his innocent charms. Almost, like a fly caught in a spider‘s web you could say. What happened is personal and between just the two of us so I will not discuss it further with you but be assured that it was very interesting to say the least.”

Severus sat in his chair glaring at Lucius and then said, “Lucius, I swear that if I ever find out that what you have told me today is a lie or that you harm Harry in any way then I will hurt you.”

“I don’t think you have to worry about that Severus. Though it is rather painful to admit, I believe I am finding myself starting to fall rather deeply in love with the little brat. Well, he does rather grow on you after awhile, doesn‘t he?” confided Lucius to a suddenly quiet Severus.


‘Malfoy Manor’

Ron and Hermione had arrived at Malfoy Manor to meet with Harry for lunch. After they had eaten, the three friends were sitting comfortably in the Library talking and having dessert together.

“Hey mate, I can’t believe that Malfoy actually allowed us to come visit you.” Ron said while stuffing his face with the freshly baked oatmeal cookies on the coffee table.

“Ron, don’t talk with your mouth full or you’ll choke.” scolded Hermione.

“Sorry!” coughed Ron wiping his mouth with a napkin.

“So, Harry, is everything really alright between you and Lucius now?” inquired Mione.

“Ya, Mione, we seemed to work out some of the problems we were having earlier and ah came to some sort of agreement with each other.” answered Harry beginning to blush a brilliant shade of red.

Mione nodded in understanding while an oblivious Ron just continued to eat and listen.

“It was really nice of him to let us see you so soon Harry. Especially, since you’ve only been here since late yesterday.”

“Well, that was one of the conditions of our agreement that we both agreed to before I left Hogwarts.”

“You look rather tired Harry, are you sure your feeling ok?” persisted a worried Mione.

“I am fine, Mione, just a little full that’s all.” and then when she still didn’t look convinced he offered, “Seriously, Hermione, I am perfectly fine so don’t worry. As a matter of fact, now that your both here I have a list of baby names that I wrote down and wanted to show them to you. I haven’t shown it to Lucius yet but thought you might be able to help me narrow it down before I do.”

Hermione grew excited and curled up on the sofa next to Harry to look at the list of baby names. Ron got up and joined them as he didn’t want to be left out for this special decision making process.

After he had said goodbye to his friends, Harry was lying down resting on the sofa with a blanket over him enjoying the warmth from the fireplace. In his hand, was the parchment with the list of potential baby names written down neatly on it by Hermione. He looked it over carefully once more before putting it aside with a smile and falling asleep. After an hour or so, the door slowly opened and Lucius entered the room. It was dark and the only light was from the fire crackling in the hearth. He observed Harry sleeping on the sofa and smiling he quietly walked over being sure not to disturb him. Lucius noticed a piece of parchment on the table and being curious he picked it up and proceeded to read it.

List of Potential Baby Names for Parents
Harry James Potter & Lucius A. Malfoy

‘Boy Names’

Lucien
Jason
Damien
Antonio
Jordan
Lucas
Thristian
Samuel
Zachary
Justin
Daniel
Christopher
Duncan
Hunter
Adam
Alexander
Joseph
Brendan
Victor
Dominic
Nicholas
Tyler

‘Girl Names’

MacKenzie
Ebony
Belinda
Danielle
Metztli
Nelli
Dezna
Nadyelli
Citlalli
Nikte
Corinna
Dulce Olivia
Alma Celestia
Zoe
Isabelle
Chloe
Madeline
Candice
Jessica
Taylor
Arianna
Victoria
Audra


Lucius glanced over it quite a few times before placing it back where he had found it. Sitting down in his chair, he stretched his legs out to relax waiting until Harry woke up. While Lucius was watching him like a hawk, Harry started stirring on the sofa and his eyelashes started fluttering. He then yawned and stretched before opening his emerald eyes. Lucius felt a tightening in his groin at the exotic site in front of him and quickly got himself back under control but at a great deal of discomfort. Harry hadn’t noticed Lucius was in the room with him and continued to lie there with his eyes opened staring up at the ceiling. All of a sudden, Lucius heard Harry humming a very heart wrenching yet beautiful song while he was lying there gently rubbing his stomach. Then to Lucius’ great surprise, Harry began to sing the lyrics in a pleasantly soft yet musical voice. As Lucius continued to listen, it felt like his heart was melting. Then tears glistened in his eyes at the words streaming out of Harry’s mouth.

Spend all your time waiting
For that second chance
For a break that would make it okay
There's always one reason
To feel not good enough
And it's hard at the end of the day
I need some distraction
Oh beautiful release
Memory seeps from my veins
Let me be empty
And weightless and maybe
I'll find some peace tonight

In the arms of an angel
Fly away from here
From this dark cold hotel room
And the endlessness that you fear
You are pulled from the wreckage
Of your silent reverie
You're in the arms of the angel
May you find some comfort there

So tired of the straight line
And everywhere you turn
There's vultures and thieves at your back
And the storm keeps on twisting
You keep on building the lie
That you make up for all that you lack
It don't make no difference
Escaping one last time
It's easier to believe in this sweet madness oh
This glorious sadness that brings me to my knees

In the arms of an angel
Fly away from here
From this dark cold hotel room
And the endlessness that you fear
You are pulled from the wreckage
Of your silent reverie
You're in the arms of the angel
May you find some comfort there
You're in the arms of the angel
May you find some comfort here

(**Music & Lyrics are the property of and copyrighted by Sarah McLachlan and Arista Records**)

When Harry had finished singing, he started to heave himself up so he could get off the sofa but was stopped by a firm grip on his shoulders. He looked up and met the gray eyes of Lucius and saw what looked like wet eyelashes. So startled by the knowledge that Lucius had apparently been in the room when he was singing, Harry leaned back down onto the sofa and stared up at him in embarrassment.

“Lucius, how long have you been here?”

“What was the name of that song?”

“It’s a Muggle song called, In the Arms of an Angel by Sarah McLachlan, and is one of my all time favorites. I learned it when I used to be locked up in my room at my relatives house over the summer.”

“You have a voice of an Angel, did you know that?”

Harry just turned bright red and closed his eyes.

“Don’t make fun of me Lucius.”

“Look at me, Harry.”

Harry felt a hand caressing the side of his check and then strong fingers lifting his chin. He opened his eyes and felt his heart jump at the look in Lucius’ eyes. Leaning over Harry, Lucius gently began sucking on his soft lips and kissing him until he became breathless. Panting, Harry’s eyes glazed over with lust and he held onto Lucius’ strong shoulders for support. He leaned his forehead up against the firm chest and closed his eyes until his head cleared. Sitting down next to Harry, Lucius pulled him onto his lap so that Harry’s back was leaning against his chest and then wrapped his arms around Harry’s waist putting his hands on his large belly.

“I found the parchment with the list of baby names.” he whispered in Harry’s ear then began blowing in it.

Harry shivered in excitement saying, “What did you think of them?”

“I love them all now we just have to decide which names will be most fitting to go with the name Potter-Malfoy.”

Lifting up Harry’s hand, Lucius slid a large platinum band with a green emerald in the center on the ring finger of his left hand then kissed his knuckles.

TBC