To Love a Malfoy

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Author's Note: A very special thank you to the following new reviewers of my story; loveless19 and Werewolf Mistress. Hi, poohbear74, thanks again for reading and reviewing, I am glad you are enjoying my new updates. ~ Misty ~

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Chapter 26:


‘St. Mungo’s Maternity Ward’

Healer Madeline Jamison was currently sitting at her desk trying to catch up with tedious paperwork and stopped to rub her tired eyes. Leaning back in her chair to rest, she thought back to the baby shower and seeing Severus again. Closing her eyes, she pictured him in her mind; tall, thin, ruggedly handsome, beautiful black eyes, soft and silky black hair, and a large kissable nose. “I think I falling in love.” sighed Madeline.

She was suddenly interrupted when an emergency alarm sounded in the ward signifying a patient was being transported directly into the delivery room. Madeline jumped up out of her chair and ran to change into her medical robes. This particular alarm signal meant that Harry Potter had gone into premature labor and was being rushed in by Emergency Floo.

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Ron and Harry had just arrived into the Ward with special Auror escorts provided by Kingsley Shacklebolt. Harry and his babies would be having an Auror guard as added protection while they were at St. Mungo’s. They were met by Medi-Nurses and Harry was taken from Ron (who had carried him in his arms instead of letting him be levitated) and placed on a stretcher.

“Ron! Don’t leave me.” pleaded Harry grabbing his hand, and then screamed bloody murder as another contraction hit him. After the contraction ended, he whimpered, “Where’s Lucius?..... I need Lucius”

“Don’t worry mate, he’s on his way and will be here soon.” Ron tried to reassure his best friend. Secretly, he was worried because Lucius should have already been here.

“We need to get Mr. Potter into the Delivery Room now. Are you his coach or husband?” asked a Medi-Nurse.

Ron turned pale and suddenly had a horrified expression on his face. “Neither. I am just his best friend.”

“Ron, I can’t do this alone.” cried Harry who still hadn’t let go of Ron’s hand.

They started wheeling Harry into the Delivery Room with Ron being dragged reluctantly along beside him. As the doors were magically shutting behind them, a passing Medi-Intern happened to glance in and smiled when she saw a frightened young man with red hair, and freckles that looked ready to jump off a deathly white face, holding on to his husband’s hand.

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‘St. Mungo’s Family Waiting Room’

Hermione and Molly had been at the Burrow together when they were alerted that Harry was in labor. They had just arrived at St. Mungo’s and were sitting on a sofa in the delivery waiting room.

“Arthur is still trying to find Lucius, Percy and Penelope are waiting at the Burrow, Bill and Fleur will be coming soon with Neville and Luna, Severus is currently unavailable due to another unexpected emergency but his secretary told me that she would notify him immediately.” Molly explained to Hermione after she had finished speaking with her husband via the Wizarding Communication Network in the lobby.

“Oh, Molly, do you think Harry will be ok?” Hermione asked while holding her hand for comfort. “I wish we could be in there with him. What if something goes horribly wrong and he needs us? I wish that Poppy hadn't decided to leave the country and go to visit her family, and to think she won’t be back for another week. I know she never would have gone if she suspected that Harry would go into labor this soon. Oh, my, I am so worried.”

Molly had been through this before, maybe not the waiting part, but she was an expert when it came to being in labor. Trying to comfort the younger witch, she said, “Now, don’t worry Hermione dear. Harry and the babies will be just fine. Healer Jamison is an expert on male pregnancies and St. Mungo’s has the best Wizarding technology available for cases like this.” Trying to smile reassuringly she added, “Thank Merlin that Ron is able to be with him right now.”

“I know and that’s what I’m afraid of.” moaned Hermione burying her face behind her hands. Molly put her arm around Hermione and gave her a tight squeeze while hoping Ron could handle the situation. As for now, they just had to wait until the babies were born.

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‘Delivery Room’

Harry had been moved to a bed in the Delivery Room and was made as comfortable as could be. While everyone worked around him getting the equipment and medical supplies ready, he kept a tight hold on Ron’s hand. Ron felt like it was broken but didn’t dare to complain about it since right now Harry was the one in more pain.

Harry squeezed Ron’s hand hard again as another contraction hit him and tried to not to cry out. Oh, Merlin, it felt just like he was being hit numerous times with The Cruciatus Curse. Shutting his eyes, he tried to remember how he was suppose to breathe and it all came back to him. As he found himself relaxing, the pain was easier to deal with and Harry loosened his hold on Ron’s hand just a little.

One of Medi-Wizard Nurse’s approached his side, smiled and said, “Mr. Potter, we need you to bend your knees and have your husband help you move down in the bed just a little bit then we will be putting your feet in stirrups.” She helped Ron as he lifted up Harry to move him into position.

At that time, Healer Jamison came into the Delivery Room saw Harry and walked over to the bed. Smiling, she greeted them both saying, “Hello Harry, Ron, how are you both doing? I see your little ones don't want to wait. Now, there is nothing to worry about we will take could care of you.”

Harry, glad to see a familiar face, smiled up at her, “I am so glad your here, I just wish Lucius was too.”

Patting his hand, she told him, “Don’t worry I am sure he’ll be walking in the Delivery Room at any moment now.” Looking at Ron, she asked, “I assume you will be Harry’s coach until Mr. Malfoy decides to join us?”

Ron’s face was still pale, and he looked like he was going to faint, but said to her with determination, “I won’t leave Harry’s side until Lucius gets here.”

Secretly, Ron would rather be anywhere but in the Delivery Room. He hated the sight of blood and his head was beginning to feel lightheaded just at the thought of what was to come. I can’t let Harry down. I just can’t. Hermione will kill me. Mom will disown me. Oh Merlin, I think I am going to be sick. I don’t think I can do this. Oh, shit, I am having trouble breathing, oh no, not now. What am I going to do?

“OK, then, let’s get these babies delivered and into your waiting arms.”

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‘Minutes Later’

Harry was in position with Ron sitting beside him on the bed still holding his hand. One of the Medi-Wizard Nurse’s was monitoring Harry’s blood pressure and magic level while another was doing the same with the babies. Once the babies were born, Healer Jamison would hand them over to a waiting member of her staff so they could each be cleaned and checked before Harry would be able to hold them. Harry had been prepped and Healer Jamison was in position waiting for the first baby to be born.

“Your fully dilated now Harry so I want you to concentrate on pushing with the next contraction.”

Harry was naked and just in a hospital gown, his whole body was covered in sweat and he was gasping heavily for breath. With his hair plastered down on his head, he began pushing with all his might as a strong contraction hit him. Screaming with pain, he held Ron’s hand in a death grip.

“Try to focus on your breathing Harry, it will help with the contractions and make it easier for you.”

Nodding his head, Harry tried to do as she told him but the pain was so unbearable he almost passed out. A Medi-Witch standing beside him wiped his forehead with a cold damp cloth whispering in his ear, “Your doing good, Mr. Potter, hang in there it won’t be long now.”

“You can do this Harry, your almost there, just a few more pushes and soon you’ll see your first born.” Healer Jamison continued to encourage him.

Harry’s green eyes filled with tears and he cried out, “I am trying.... It just hurts so much.... I don’t think I can do this..” Turning his head, he whimpered to Ron, “Why isn’t Lucius here?.... I need him.”

“Don’t worry Mate, I am with you all the way.” Ron told him trying to sound brave for his friend but in reality he was scared out of his wits.

“I can see the baby’s head it’s crowned, now push Harry, push hard!” She told him.

Harry closed his eyes, took a deep breath and pushed with all his might. The pain was intense and he felt a burning sensation as the baby slipped through his magically created labia opening. When, he opened his eyes, he saw Healer Jamison inspecting his baby then she was handing it over to her waiting assistant. Meanwhile, on Harry’s other side, Ron had fainted hitting his head on a table as he fell and was being levitated over to an empty bed so another Medi-Nurse could take care of him.

“Congratulations Harry, you have a beautiful little baby boy.” Healer Jamison smiled at him.

Harry heard crying, and tried to look but another contraction hit him and he screamed in pain. Again, he went through the motions and then another cry was heard, his little girl. Finally, just as he thought the pain would never end, his youngest was born. Opening his eyes to look, he saw Healer Jamison with a concerned expression on her face.

“What’s the matter?” Harry cried out. “Is my baby ok?..... Why don’t I hear him crying?.... What’s wrong?....Tell me is he alright?”

He saw Healer Jamison hand his baby boy over to a waiting assistant and then she carried him out of the room.

“Where are you taking him?.... I want to see my baby...... Bring him back to me..... What’s going on..... Let me see him.... I want to hold him.” Harry’s heart was breaking. He new something was seriously wrong but they wouldn’t tell him. Trying to get up out of the bed, he was pushed back down and then darkness overtook him.

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‘Ministry of Magic’

~ previously~

As he was running through the lobby, he was thinking, Harry was in labor! Merlin it was too soon. Something must be wrong. He had to get to St. Mungo’s as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, he was in such a hurry and wasn’t paying attention so that he didn’t see what was coming around the corner in the opposite direction. By the time he did, it was too late.......

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Severus was walking slowly down the hallway at the Ministry. He had accompanied one of his student’s who had been taken in for questioning by an Auror for performing an unforgettable on another student. It was actually an accident. They had been practicing Wizarding Dueling and one thing led to another. Words were spoken, insults flung, tempers flared and here he was. The two students involved were actually brothers so no charges would be filed but it was decided one of them would be transferred to another school as a safety precaution. The family would get counseling and hopefully all would end up well for them.

Oh, the joys of being Headmaster. I think now I know why Albus liked eating those damn gum drops of his. He heard a commotion up ahead and stopped to look. It looked like there had been some sort of accident involving..... NO!.... It can’t be..... This can’t be happening.... I don’t believe it.... but yes, it was and he saw a familiar blonde head.... What in the name of Merlin.... Lucius?

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Hagrid had just left an inquest regarding another one of his magical beasts and was so busy wiping his eyes with a large hanky that he wasn’t watching where he was going. As he turned the corner, he felt something crash into him and thought he saw a flash of blonde hair before he teetered unsteadily and fell down on top of it.

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“Lucius?.... Lucius?.... Wake up..... Lucius, answer me..... Are you alright?”

Lucius was slowly coming back to consciousness. He thought he heard a familiar voice talking to him. It felt like every bone in his body was broken but realized it was just an odd sensation he was feeling. Sweet mother of Merlin, what happened. He could hear crying and felt large rain drops falling down on his face. Wait a moment, he thought, why is it raining inside my office? Then he remembered and his eyes sprang open to find himself looking right up into the concerned and blotchy face of a crying Hagrid.

“Oh, look, he’s awake at last.” Hagrid cried in joy and would have jumped up and down but was stopped when Severus put a hand on his arm.

“Lucius, are you alright? Is anything broken?” Severus asked him with concern.

“Other than a splitting headache, I am fine.” Lucius hissed out trying to sit up.

With the help of Severus, Lucius stood and was leaning up against a wall. Trying to regain his equilibrium Lucius suddenly shouted, “Harry!.... Severus, I have to get to St. Mungo’s.... Harry’s in labor.... What time is it?”

“It’s just a little past 4:00 in the afternoon..... What?.... Did you say Harry’s in labor?.... Merlin, the poor boy must be going crazy with worry wondering what happened to you.” Severus said as they quickly ran to the Floo Network together.

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‘St. Mungo’s Delivery Room’

Lucius ran into the Delivery Room and saw Harry unconscious on the bed. Walking swiftly over to him, he asked a Medi-Witch who was attending his husband, “Where is Healer Jamison? I want to speak with her immediately. What is wrong with my husband and where are our babies?”

“Oh, are you Mr. Potter’s husband?” she asked.

“Yes, I am and I want to know what the hell is going on and I want to know now.” Demanded an upset Lucius.

“Your husband gave birth but there were complications.” The frightened girl responded.

“Complications? What kind of complications?..... Answer me girl!” Lucius bellowed.

“I.....I....Oh, sir, I am ....” she was cut off in mid sentence when a voice answered behind him.

“Lucius! I am so sorry that I wasn’t here to greet you when you arrived.” Healer Jamison calmly said as Lucius turned around with an angry scowl on his face. “Why don’t you have a seat and I’ll explain everything to you.”

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Lucius was sitting by Harry’s bed holding his hand and waiting for him to wake up. I can’t believe this is happening, he thought. The pregnancy was proceeding so well, or so we thought. What am I going to tell Harry? Oh, Merlin, why? Why did this have to happen?

As Harry started to stir, Lucius got up and sat on the bed so that he could pull him up against his own body for comfort. He looked down at his young husband and tears filled his eyes. Watching the beautiful face that was still pale from the loss of blood and exhaustion from giving birth, he waited for the green eyes to open.

Slowly, the eyelashes began to flutter and then Harry opened his eyes to find himself looking directly up into his husband’s gray eyes.

“Lucius?” Harry whispered his green eyes searching the face above him.

“Oh, Harry, my beloved . How do you feel?” Lucius bent his head and kissed the soft lips beneath him.

“My babies? Lucius, where are my babies? I want to see my babies?” Harry cried out as he reached up and desperately grabbed Lucius.

“Harry, my darling, you have to be brave.” said Lucius.

“What? Lucius, tell me..... What is it?” implored Harry.

“We have two beautiful children, a boy and girl, but our other precious little baby boy didn’t make it.” cried Lucius, as he held his sobbing husband tightly against his chest.

“No, I don’t believe it.” Harry sobbed, “He’s not dead, I would know it. I saw him Lucius. I gave birth to him. I would sense it. There is something wrong about this. I need to see him, Lucius. I want to hold him in my arms.” pleaded a grieving Harry. “Please, Lucius. I want to hold him. I have to. Please bring him to me.”

“I am sorry, I can’t. Healer Jamison thought it would be in your best interest for his body to be....taken care of...” consoled Lucius.

“Taken care of? What do you mean? I don’t understand. Where is he? Bring him to me.” Harry screamed.

“Harry, calm down. It’s not good for you to be this upset. I’ll have the attending Medi-Nurse bring in Lucien and Belinda for you to hold and feed.” Lucius promised.

“NO!.... I want Alexander... Bring me Alexander...” Harry wouldn’t stop screaming and crying so he was given a sedative to calm him down.

While Harry was heavily sedated, Lucien and Belinda where wheeled into the room and put next to Harry’s bed. Lucius held them and fed them with a bottle until they fell asleep. They are so beautiful, he thought, our little family was almost complete but now we are missing one part of us.

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~ Elsewhere at St. Mungo’s ~

“If I get caught, they will send me to Azkaban for life. I can’t believe I am doing this for you. I am risking everything. My life, my job and a future with somebody I have fallen in love with.”

“Don’t worry cousin, nobody will ever find out.” another voice whispered maliciously back.

Meanwhile the sound of a baby crying could be heard in the room................

TBC