Dark Gifts

*Parseltongue*
“Speaking”
‘Thoughts’

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“We are holding our own.” -- Ernest M. McSorley -- Moments after Captain McSorley said these words, his boat, the 729-foot Great Lakes freighter Edmund Fitzgerald, bottomed out in a wave trough and struck the bottom of Lake Superior, 520 feet below surface level, breaking the boat in two and killing all twenty-nine men aboard.


Chapter 20

Tom walked into the room after a long day of meetings. He could swear that his Death Eaters were growing more incompetent everyday. He just wanted to crawl into bed next to the gorgeous creature known as Harry. Unfortunately, Harry also had an appointment with Severus today. Rest would have to wait until later. He looked over and noticed Harry was doing what he did best…reading.

“What could you possibly be reading now? You already know just about everything.” Tom said. Harry looked up and held up the book. The name of the book made Tom’s breath catch. Harry was reading The Big Book of Baby Names. Harry was looking up names for their child…their child. Tom would never get used to saying that…their child.

“Find anything good.” Tom asked as he sat next to Harry.

“A few. For girls Aaralyn, Aamira, Cadence, Helena, Kylie, and Taylor.”

“And what about boys?” He really was impressed with the girl names he picked out. They weren’t too common, but they didn’t stand out horribly.

“Well I have Aaron, Damien, Damon, Julian, Logan, Terance, and Travis. I also have a few unisex names. Adrian, Alexis, Skye, and Terry!” Harry said uncertainly. He honestly did not know what Tom thought of the names he picked out.

Tom made a face. “Not Terance or Travis…their a bit too common.” (A/N: These are Tom’s thoughts and feelings not my own, so don’t take offence!) He saw the bewildered look Harry gave him and decided to explain. “Harry, have you ever thought of our names? Tom and Harry don’t sound impressive or original. If people knew my real name they wouldn’t cringe in fear, they would laugh in my face…well until I kill them.” Tom said thoughtfully. “I want our children to have powerful names. If we have a girl, she will be so beautiful yet deadly. Everyone will know not to touch her. If we have a boy he will be both revered and reviled. When people hear his name they will know that he is powerful. That is the kind of name we need…Terance or Travis won’t cut it. If we were to use Julian it would need to be a middle name. No one would bow to the Dark Lord Julian.” Tom said rather pompously.

“Okay…so Terance, Travis are out along with Julian as a first name. Any others you don’t like?” Harry asked. The baby was both of theirs. Tom deserved to have a say in the child’s name.

Tom thought for a moment. “Not Skye, or Alexis either.” He didn’t think they were strong enough. “I like Logan though…how about Alexander? Not as a first name, but a middle?”

“Logan Alexander Riddle.” Harry let the name roll off of his tongue for a moment. “I like it. It certainly has a nice ring to it. Any ideas for a girl’s name?”

“I like Aaralyn, I’m just having trouble thinking of a middle name.” Tom said. He looked at Harry. “Roslin. Aaralyn Roslin Riddle.” Harry smiled at him.

“It’s beautiful.” That was all Harry got out before they heard a knock on the door.

“That must be Severus. Come on in.” Severus Snape came in, it was time for Harry’s appointment.

“Let’s get this over with. You are 3 months along so you will soon start to gain weight rapidly. Now, make sure you are eating lots of nutritious foods, the baby will need them.” He looked at Harry to see him nod his head. “Alright, now lets check your weight.” He waved his wand and numbers appeared above Harry. Severus wrote them down. “You’ve gained five pounds…I don’t want to see you gain more than thirty all together.” Harry wasn’t fat yet, but he was starting to show a bit. A round bump that could be passed off as baby fat (as Harry is still a child himself) showed on his stomach. He gave another wave of his wand and a pulsing sound was heard throughout the room.

Tom and Harry’s eyes widened. “Is that,” Harry started “..the baby’s heartbeat?” Tom finished.

Severus nodded. “Nice and strong. By all appearances the baby is healthy.” Tom and Harry let out a loud breath. “Now, do you want to know the sex of the baby?” Severus asked, not really caring.

Tom and Harry looked at each other. “It’s up to you, I can wait if you want.” Tom said.

Harry bit his bottom lip in what Tom thought was an enticing way. “I think I want to wait. I want to be surprised later.” Harry said still uncertain. “Let’s wait.”

“Alright then. Now that that is cleared up, do you want to see the baby?” Both Tom and Harry nodded their heads quickly. With another wave of his want a smoky image appeared above Harry’s stomach.

Tom stared. “Wow..” The Dark Lord was speechless. There was his baby. Their baby. His and Harry’s baby. It finally sunk in that there was life growing inside his lover’s stomach. His heir. His baby.

Harry too watched in awe. The baby still looked like a giant blob to him, but it was a baby alright. If you looked closely enough you could see the head and spine. His little Logan or Aaralyn. He smiled at the thought. In a few months he would be a daddy…or a mommy. No he would be daddy and Tom would be father. He may be rather feminine but he was still a male.

The picture dissipated. “I believe that is all for today. I will see you again soon. You need weekly appointments as you are a male and there is a larger risk of a miscarriage. Do you have any questions?” Tom and Harry shook their heads no. “Alright then, I will be on my way.” With that the dark potion’s master swept from the room.

“I still can’t believe we’re having a baby, Tom. Even after these past few months…it’s still so weird.” Harry said.

“I know what you mean.” Tom said as he kissed Harry’s forehead. “It has been a long day, I don’t know about you but I am ready for bed.” Tom said as he started getting ready. It was still early, but he didn’t really care. He was tired.

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(Malfoy Manor, the next day)

Bellatrix was currently sitting drinking tea with her sister Narcissa helping her move out of the manor. Well, not exactly helping…the elves are doing all the real work, but she was there for moral support. At least that’s what she told Narcissa.

Lucius’ divorce had finally been processed and Narcissa was “politely” told to leave the manor. She protested, Lucius gave her a court order. So Narcissa was weeping about all the money she was cheated out of while Bella calmly drank her tea.

“There, there Cissy! Everything will turn out alright. Lucius will soon see what he is missing and come back begging on his knees. You will be back in the manor within the month, I’m sure of it.” Bella knew it was a complete lie…but she needed to bid her time. She had to get something from upstairs.

“But why did he kick me out of the house? He’s almost never home anymore. He’s always at the Dark Lords doing god knows what. Draco is away at school, so there is practically no one living here. Why did he kick me out?” She didn’t notice the evil glint that appeared in Bella’s eyes when she mentioned Lucius always being with the Dark Lord.

‘Stupid Bastard. That should be ME with the Dark Lord. I am his most loyal! I could please him more. My Lord has been acting odd ever since he’s had that little Potter slut came around. He’s going soft. He needs me by his side, I will make him strong. Together we will be fierce rulers. Potter can’t even give him heirs and he’s fawning all over the boy. Oh well, I will get what I want soon enough.’ She did not know that Harry was already bearing a child…a male has not gotten pregnant in over 400 years, she honestly didn’t think Harry was that strong.

“Cissy dear, I need to take a bit of a restroom break. I will be back shortly.” Bellatrix said as she got up. She needed to work quickly, like she was actually going to the bathroom. She left the room and darted upstairs to Lucius’ room. She had never been inside his room before, as his was in a separate wing from Narcissa’s own. She looked for his hairbrush in the room first, when she didn’t find it headed to his bathroom. There sitting on the counter was his hairbrush complete with a few strands of silky blonde hair. She smirked as she grabbed a few and put them safely in her pocket. That was almost too easy. She quickly went downstairs again to find her sister.

“Cissy dear, I just remembered that I have a meeting tonight.” Which was true. The Dark Lord had scheduled a meeting for that day. “I have to get ready now, but I will see you soon.” She said sweetly. Her thoughts were different though. ‘No wonder Lucius dumped her…she’s a complete flake!’

Bellatrix left hair in hand. Phase 2 complete, on to phase 3...get the boy.

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“Dismissed.” The Dark Lord said in his meeting hall. This was the only time Death Eaters were allowed in his house, and they all left immediately afterwards. Their dark marks worked as a sort of portkey…they didn’t know where they were going, they just showed up at the specified time.

While others were leaving Bella slipped away unnoticed. She went into a dark corridor and slipped the first vial of polyjuice from a hidden pocket in her robe and added the blonde hair. She drank it, gagging slightly at the taste. Her skin began to bubble as she became taller and her hair turned to blonde. Bellatrix was not allowed in the manor alone, but Lucius was. She smirked as she saw her reflection. She knew Lucius was going to his own manor that night to make sure Narcissa was moved out. She was free to roam the manor without running into him.

She turned and made her way upstairs. After she went up the flight of stairs she accidentally ran into someone. She growled, “Wolf.”

Remus frowned at Lucius’ tone. It was so unlike him. “Lucius what are you doing here? I thought you were going to your manor for the rest of the night. Did you forget something.” Remus asked carefully, it was obvious Lucius was in a bad mood.

“I’ll be leaving shortly. I just need to grab something.” Bella, well Lucius, growled. She was startled when Remus strolled over and wrapped his arms around her neck.

“Look, I know you’re not pleased to see your ex-wife, but after tonight it will all be over and you can move on. You won’t have to see her ever again.” Remus said. He gave ‘Lucius’ a quick peck and left him alone.

Bella was in shock. That faggot! He broke up with her sister for another man!!! Not even a real man, but a werewolf. And to think she used to think Lucius had taste. She spit on the ground and wiped her mouth. ‘Disgusting, perhaps it really was Lucius’ fault her Lord only spent his time with males.’

She continued on her path using a quick point me spell to find where the boy was. It was the largest door at the end of the hall. Her Lord’s room. She thought excitedly. She would be in her Lord’s room, hopefully not for the last time. She did still have 3 doses worth of polyjuice left. She opened the door.

Harry was once again lying on the bed reading. He looked up and saw Lucius enter. “Mister Malfoy, what are you doing here? Is the meeting over?” Harry asked innocently. He was wearing short black silk boxer shorts and one of Tom’s long white sleeved silk button down shirts. It looked like it was consuming his whole body. All in all he looked rather cute.

“Yes it is. I’m here because I needed to get something.” Harry cocked his head to the side. What would Lucius need that was in his room?

“Well what do you need?” He asked, trying to be helpful. He saw Lucius quickly raise his wand and yelled, “Stupefy!”

The last thing Harry heard before going unconscious was Lucius’ answer.

“You.” Bella quickly grabbed the boy and went to leave. She found the study with a fireplace nearby and flooed to Gallahad’s Place. They wouldn’t ask her questions there. She rented a room for the hour and quickly found an owl to deliver her message. She truly did not care what happened to the boy, as long as she fulfilled her unbreakable vow. It wasn’t her fault if something happened to the boy while he was at Gallahads. It would be the muggle lover’s fault for not getting here in time.

She plucked a few hairs from the boy’s head and left the hotel. She had a Dark Lord to seduce.

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(The Burrow)

Charlie was staying at his family home, deciding to stay and help with the war instead of returning to Romania. He could go back after the Dark Lord was defeated. He was sitting at the kitchen table pondering over the last few months. In the past few months they had discovered that Harry Potter was alive and that he was the Dark Lord’s personal whore.

Charlie vowed that he would remove the beautiful boy from that position. He would treat the boy right. They would make love, not fucking, but make love. He wouldn’t beat or force the angel known as Harry. The boy deserved to be treated as a prince, not some whore that can be passed around to anyone. The very thought of Harry being treated like garbage and being a whore disgusted him. The boy was too sweet for that.

He was eating dinner when the owl showed up. To say the twins were curious was an understatement. Who would be writing to Charlie? The note only said three words.

He’s at Gallahads.

Charlie darted from the table leaving a bewildered family behind. His Harry would be with him soon enough. He just had to make sure he was there within the hour.

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(Gallahad’s Place)

A tall dark man glided from room to room, wanting to find the right one. It was commonly known that whore’s rented the rooms and patrons often came in to join them. He frequently visited because of what he was, you see he not only enjoyed the sex but he needed other nourishment. He was a vampire, and if you paid enough, some, well most whores would donate their blood.

He didn’t exactly like drinking the blood of whores as it was usually infested with diseases, it also didn’t taste as rich as someone who didn’t have many partners. A virgin’s blood was the most preferable, but he didn’t exactly have that option. Vampires were being hunted in these dark times so he had to stay as hidden as possible. He was passing another room when he caught scent of a delicious smell. He went to the door he could smell it from and nearly moaned. It wasn’t a virgin, but it was pretty close. This person couldn’t have had more than three partners, if that. The blood was nearly pure.

He opened the door and peered inside. On the bed was the most beautiful boy. He actually didn’t care whether he slept with boys or girls, both had good qualities. ‘Why would this beauty be in a hotel used by whor…oh.’ He had an epiphany. The boy must be a new whore. He glanced at the boy, short shorts and a too big shirt. It made the boy appear more innocent and childlike. A good façade, people would no doubt pay a hefty sum for a night with him. ‘But tonight he is mine.’ He thought as he took off his own shirt. Maybe if everything went right he would make the boy his permanent donor, he wouldn’t have to whore himself to everyone, he could take care of him.

The vampire made his way to the bed and sat by the beautiful boy. He brought the back of his hand gently down the boy’s cheek in a soft caress. The boy unconsciously turned into the caress and moaned a soft, “that’s nice.” He didn’t wake.

The vampire then leaned down and brushed a soft kiss over the boy’s lips and began unbuttoning the too big shirt kissing his way down his chest. He never noticed the door opening.


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Sorry for being away the past few days. Work had me worn out. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this chapter! In the next chapter you will find out how Bella’s plot goes, and if Charlie makes it there in time to save Harry from the vampire. Anyway, tell me how you like the baby names.

Thanks to reviewers:

Silvananoir: I’m sure everyone wants to kill those two at the moment! You’ll have to find out what goes down next chapter! Thanks for the review!

esther_jolie: Nope, that’s the pairing. There won’t be loads of slash between those two though. Thanks for the review!

Shadowama: Thanks for the review!

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Poohbear74: So it’s poohnation74@yahoo.com? Thanks for the review!

ProfessorSibly: Neither actually. Though I do respect those who are actually a real Druid or Wiccian. It seriously bothers me when people say they are Wiccian and start spouting off things that are so unlike what a real Wiccian does. Those people really do trash their reputations. Thanks for the review!

Dark Sora: Sorry for the wait! Thanks for the review!

DarkIceFlame: Well Sheena thanks for reviewing!

WeasleyWench: Yes, and he just happens to think Harry needs saving from the big bad Dark Lord Voldemort. Thanks for the review!

hell_on_earth: Yeah…those two both needed someone. Thanks for the review!

Deaths_mistress: Well…she didn’t use the potion on Harry…it will be used for something else. As you can tell, Charlie doesn’t like the idea of force, and he is in danger of being raped by a vampire at the moment. You’ll learn more next chapter! Thanks for the review!

Snakelette: Yeah…I think it is a bit weird when people try and make Bella nice! It is so odd. And Charlie honestly thinks he is doing the right thing! Thanks for the review!

blood_red_eyes: Yup Charlie! More with Tom in the next chapter! Thanks for the review!

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BRM: Actually, it does mention Charlie’s name in the vow! So you know now! Thanks for the review!

Vittani: I know! I actually like Charlie, but I decided to have him as a bad guy in this one! Thanks for the review!

Tesgura: Well, it seems as if most of your questions were answered! Thanks for the review!

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