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A/N: Thank you to all that have reviewed the story so far, and a thank you in advance to all those that will continue to do so. I have to admitt it does an ego good to see the number of people that are enjoying this story.



A/N2: Ok folks, I set up a yahoo group for my writing. Primarily it is to give me a place that I can post my stories to, and hopefully get some useful feedback on chapters before they are posted elsewhere on the net. By the way there is a picture of Norische on the group... http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Of_Pens_and_Ponders/?yguid=104171974



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Chapter 47



After two hours of paperwork, endless questions and horrendously embarrassing explanations, and they were finally back at ShadowHaven, well at least the boys were. Sirius, Severus, Remus, Molly and Arthur stayed at the Ministry to complete the rest of the red tape, bureaucratic bull shit and other inconveniences that they found themselves neck deep in.



“If your hungry you need to eat something, but more importantly you need to feed and then go and rest. If you want we can all go flake out upstairs in our room, but I would think most everyone is going to want to speak to Harry so we could always utilize the blue room and have everyone come in there.” Chris suggested as they entered the foyer.



As soon as Norische walked through the threshold Mael appeared, fussing over him and making sure he was ok. After all Norische had been out amongst those muggle barbarians and the gods only know what they would do to him. Norische merely rolled his eyes at Mael’s comments and made a request for a bowl of soup and some toasted bread. Then informed the elf to let everyone know they were back and would be retiring to the blue parlor, of course anyone who wished to speak to them was welcome to come in as well.



Norische sat down on the cobalt blue sectional sofa that was placed strategically in the center of the blue parlor. Unlike the other parlors of ShadowHaven the blue parlor was done with a more modern flair. Most of the furniture was done in a variety of blues, ranging from sapphire blue crushed velvet on a matching set of four wing back chairs, to the bluish gray of a pair of oversized leather lazy-boy recliners. Norische had redecorated this room when he and Chris had gotten bonded, giving them someplace that was a little less, well…sterile…feeling.



While the burgundy parlor was absolutely exquisite, decorated in burgundy, wine, cream and gold colors; it’s furnishings all came from the early sixteenth century…hence one almost didn’t wish to touch a thing in there.



The black parlor was a little more modern, perhaps the eighteen hundreds with one or two pieces from the current century for accent. Leather, velvet and brocades in blacks, grays and silver tones created an eloquent as well as function room. Even though most of the pieces in the room were quite attractive, they didn’t have the extremely delicate features of the burgundy parlor, hence the black parlor was used more frequently than the burgundy one was.



There were two other parlors on the east wing, but honestly they were used so infrequently that no one bothered to remodel them in centuries. Even though Kain loved the elegance of the centuries gone by, he did indeed understand Norische’s need for a more…comfortable… room. Therefore, he readily agreed to the alterations and quite truthfully the room had become the favorite of most everyone.



“Daniel.” Norische called out as he sat down, thankful to be able to release the glamour and relax for a while.



A moment later the handsome young elf popped into the room. “How may I be of service Sire?”



“Thank you Daniel. Could you please find Fred Weasley…I find myself needing to feed and it is his day.” Norische explained.



“Of course Sire.” With that he disappeared.



Chris came over and sat down on the sofa next to Norische and then bent over and started pulling of the ankle boots that Norische had wore.



“Careful luv, I can feel how my ankles and feet have swollen and they are very tender right now.” Norische winced as the first boot came off.



“I noticed. I was watching you limp your way to the lift. I figured it was either your feet or your back, and since you hadn’t been squirming around in those horrid chairs we were forced to sit in, I assumed it was your feet.” Chris began to gently massage some life back into his mate’s poor swollen feet.



“Gods that’s heavenly.” Norische practically purred as he leaned back into the soft cushions.



Draco smiled and came over, sitting himself down on the floor at Norische’s feet. He began to carefully remove the other boot and follow Chris’ lead at massaging Norische’s foot.



Harry sat down on the sofa on Norische’s other side. “Hey that’s no fair, there’s nothing for me to rub.” He said innocently.



Norische looked at Harry with an evil smirk. “I can make a suggestion or two if you would like.” He wiggled his eyebrows at Harry.



Harry blushed beet red and tried to bury his face in Norische’s robes.



“That’s enough of that now…” Fred stated at he entered the room; apparently he had caught the last exchange between Norische and Harry. This realization made Harry blush even more and groan in not so silent agony.



“My poor mate…alas we shall have to wait to tend to your pain until the bonding tomorrow.” Norische teased in a honey-coated voice that sounded so seductive to Harry right now.



“The elf said you needed to feed?” Fred chuckled at Harry’s response as he pulled up an ottoman and took a seat.



“Yeah.” Norische cleared his throat and focused on Fred for a moment, “It has been a trying day and I need to feed, if you have the time that is?”



“No problem. Do you want to do it here or what?” Fred asked as he stripped off his shirt.



Harry blushed a little more as he couldn’t help but admire the muscular chest that was now so readily exposed to him.



Fred noticed Harry’s shocked expression and grabbed his shirt to cover his chest once again. “I’m sorry mate….Merlin. I didn’t even think… I just, well I … ah… I’m so sorry.” Fred stumbled over the words and started trying to put his shirt back on.



“No…ah, that’s alright. I think I am going to the kitchen and see what Lista has available. Is there anything I can get for anyone?” Harry stood up quickly and moved away from them ever so slightly, making sure to keep his back to Fred.



“Actually, see if Lista could set us up a round of hot chocolate. I am not truly that hungry just yet but I probably will be in an hour or so.” Chris stated as he noticed Harry’s movements.



“Hot chocolate sounds great. I think I will come with you though and see about getting a little snack before dinner.” Draco patted Norische on the calf and stood up, moving over to stand next to Harry.



Norische nodded his desire for some hot chocolate too and watched as the two headed out the door.



“I am so sorry Nori. I didn’t even think about taking my shirt off. Merlin I hope I didn’t scare him or anything.” Fred stated as he moved over closer to Norische.



“It’s ok. Harry will more than likely have some problems for a while, but he isn’t made out of glass. If something bothers him too much or he cannot handle it, he will say something.” Norische widened his legs a little and patted the cushions between his spread knees.



Fred moved to sit between Norische’s legs and tossed his shirt over onto the ottoman. “Is this going to be ok like this? I don’t want to put to much pressure on the twins or anything?”



Norische chuckled at the ‘or anything’ part, but patted Fred on the shoulder and pulled him back to lean against his swollen belly. “It’s ok, I usually have Draco or Chris half sleeping on me most nights so you leaning back against me for a bit won’t be a major problem.”



“Yeah, half the time I wake up and have either Draco wrapped around me or I’m wrapped around Nori.” Chris added as he sat down Norische’s foot so that he could move around a little better.



“Whatever.” Fred smirked and allowed Norische to pull him back against him, then moving his head to the side slightly he exposed his neck to the pregnant vampyre. Moments later he felt the now familiar sting of Norische’s fangs as they broke skin. Closing his eyes Fred allowed himself to enjoy the sensations that were rushing through him. “Mmmm, gotta get me a vampling.” Fred moaned as the sensuality of the moment took over.



Norische tried not to but he couldn’t help it he started chuckling at Fred’s comment, making it very hard for him to continue. Finally the need satiated, Norische pulled his fangs out and licked the marks until they healed over.



“Hot Cocoa!!!” Harry called out as he carried the tray into the room.



“And munchies….” Draco added, also carrying a tray. Although his had bowls of chopped fruits and vegetables and dips, he also brought the soup and bread that Norische had requested.



“Great, I am dying for something sweet. Draco can you put a few strawberries and some melon on a plate. Oh and put a warming spell on the soup, I’ll eat it in a minute.” Norische smiled at his mates as they walked into the room.



Fred quickly turned his back away from Harry and slipped his shirt back on, even though he was still a little woozy from the feeding. He moved over to the ottoman again and accepted the cup of hot chocolate from Harry, trying really hard to get his eyes to focus properly again.



Just as they started to eat everyone else started showing up. Asking all kinds of questions about how things went, what were the charges, what did Mrs. Bones say? The questions went on and on. Thankfully, everyone was patient enough to wait their turn to get their answers.



Remus, Severus, Sirius, Molly and Arthur made it back just before dinnertime, which made dinner itself a rather rambunctious occasion. It became even more interesting when a rather exquisite eagle owl swooped down and presented Severus with a scroll.



“Who in the world?” Remus gasped as he saw the owl. There were not that many people who knew where they were and even fewer that would be sending them messages.



“It is apparently from Grinklok.” Severus stated as he noticed the seal on the scroll in the owl’s claws. He gently removed the scroll and began reading. “Well now… this is interesting.” Remus could feel a cold anger fall over Severus and immediate jumped up from his chair and rushed over to read what Severus had received.



“That bastard!!! THAT BLOODY, FUCKING BASTARD!!!!” Remus roared, his wolf side taking over right before everyone’s eyes.



Oh now Norische had to know. Norische rose from his seat and rushed over to his father’s side. Leaning over Severus’ shoulder, he also began to read.







Severus Parcelsus Snape



It is my unfortunate duty to inform you that during our recent investigations concerning one Albus Dumbledore, that we were made aware of certain liberties that have been taken against your person and/or properties.



Our records show that Albus Dumbledore succeeded in obtaining the release of your family trusts, vaults and properties shortly after your unfortunate incarceration. With the stipulation in place that he be placed as the executor of the estate and be given full access to all your holdings.



After an in-depth investigation, evidence has been obtained to indicate that one Albus Dumbledore has been residing at Snape Manor, utilizing its facilities, staff and funds as he sees fit, when he is not in residence at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Further more, we have found that he has misappropriated funds from all three Prince vaults and both Snape vaults as well. Although the total of funds are still under examination I, Grinklok, do personally assure you that I will do everything in my power to have your properties and funds returned to you in full, with the appropriate interest of course.



At this point, Gringotts has authorized the transfer of one million-three hundred thousand- six hundred and forty two galleons back into your personal account. These funds were taken directly from the vaults of Albus Dumbledore as of 6:00PM today. This amount is a current estimate of the funds that have been improperly transferred without the correct authorizing paperwork being present.



I would like to assure you that sole control of the Snape inheritor vaults, and the Prince vaults has been transferred to one Severus Parcelsus Snape. Please notify me directly if you wish to make any alterations to the arrangements that we have made on your behalf.



Also I am providing you with the keys to all the appropriate vaults and if at your convenience you could make arrangements to meet with me at Gringotts, I will be most pleased to present you with the appropriate deeds to your inheritor properties.







Respectfully

Grinklok





Norische read the scroll twice before he said a word. Looking over to Draco, Norische raised his hand and motioned for his mate to come over and read the information as well.



“For goodness sakes…what is it?” Molly shrieked, the curiosity finally getting to her.



Severus passed the scroll over to Draco. “Apparently Harry was not the only one that Dumbledore was stealing from. From what Grinklok states, Dumbledore has been stealing from both the Prince and Snape vaults for almost twenty years. He has even had the gall to turn my family home into his own personal get away resort. From what Grinklok indicates, Dumbledore has been staying at Snape Manor when ever his is not present at Hogwarts.”



Molly gasped. Hermione jumped up and ran over to see for herself what the scroll said, leaning over Draco’s arm to do so.



“Sweet Circe! I can’t believe this. He has been stealing form my family for twenty years.” Severus rubbed his hands across his face.



“Four generations of Snapes have been harmed by that…man. No more father.

Tomorrow Harry and I are to be bonded. After the ceremony is complete, we will contact Neville Longbottom and we will strip that man of every shred of power he has.” Norische growled.



“Four generations?” Blaise asked confused.



Norische nodded. “Dumbledore stole from Father’s parents vaults, then from father’s vaults, from my mates vaults and he has threatened myself and the lives of my sons… hence, four generations.”



Severus reached up and grasped his son’s hand in his own. He could feel the waves of emotions cascading off of his son. “Norische, son…. Please calm down. We will take care of this. But do not allow that…man… to endanger the life of my grandsons more than he already has.”



Norische patted his father’s hand. “I’m fine father, as are your grandsons.”



Severus nodded, sighing with the reassurance from Norische that all was fine with him and the twins. Over a million galleons…. Dear Circe… how many more people has that man stolen from? How much more has gone unseen?





Shortly after dinner Norische and his mates, and soon to be mate, headed off to their rooms. Not truly wishing to hang around and listen to any more of the emotional exchanges about Dumbledore and his seemingly endless betrayal.



As they entered their room Norische began to remove the robes that he had been wearing for far to long as far as he was concerned. Even though they were maternity robes they were still bulky and hot.



“Do you want me to have Mael or Daniel run a bath for you?” Chris offered.



“Nope, but how about having one of them run a bath for us?” Norische smiled at Chris and walked over to him, pulling Chris into his arms.



Chris immediately felt his body melting against Norische, moaning with the pure pleasure of feeling those strong arms around him. “I think I would enjoy that.” Chris murmured into Norische’s neck as he kissed his way from Norische’s collarbone to his chin.



Norische groaned, his body was definitely in the mood for some ‘relaxation’. “I think I can make sure you enjoy it.” Norische chuckled, then swatted Chris on the bottom after he gave him a rather heated kiss.



“Have someone draw a bath for us all. I am going to get out of these robes.” Norische moved away from Chris every so slightly, then stole another kiss before he headed off to the bedroom.



“Draco why don’t you pick out the scents for a bath for us all.” Chris shook his head as he watched Norische disappear into their bedroom shedding clothes as he went. “And Harry if you could lay out some bath sheets for afterwards and if you have any preference to scent just let Draco know…oh do you need me to get Narek to bring your toiletries over for you?”



Harry was a little shocked, he wasn’t sure about bathing with the three of them. “Ah…no I ah… well I can run down and get what I need I guess.” Harry stuttered over his words and hastily backed out of the room into the hallway.



Leaning against the wall just outside of their room…their room. Tomorrow he was going to bond with Norische. He knew this was something he wanted, he wanted it more than he had ever wanted anything before…well except for Voldemort to suffer from a rather fatal case of spontaneous combustion.



Harry started walking towards his rooms, but he heard Remus talking softly in his and Severus’ room and went over to knock on the door.



Remus opened the door a moment later. “Harry? What can I do for you?”



Harry blushed just a little and looked down slightly. “Is there anyway I can talk to you for a moment?”



“Sure, I was just giving Arrian some instructions from Severus. Come on in.” Remus stepped aside and opened the door wider.



“Thanks. I hate to bug you but I kinda think you would understand a little better than Sirius.” Harry spoke softly as he followed Remus over to the soft suede wingback chairs that were strategically placed before the fireplace.



“It’s not a problem at all Harry. You know you can come to me anytime you want to.” Remus sat down and motioned for Harry to take the chair opposite him. “Would you like me to call Arrian for tea?”



“That’s ok. I honestly can’t stay that long. Umm… Norische is kinda expecting me back in a minute or so.” Harry blushed a bit more.



“Would you like me to mindspeak to him and tell you will be a few minutes?” Remus suggested.



“Ah…maybe. We’ll see.” Harry sat down and looked into the flames of the roaring fire in the fireplace.



“Harry? What’s wrong?”



“There isn’t anything wrong. Not really.” Harry sighed. “I don’t know…. I mean… well…”



Remus waited for a few moments before he tried to prod Harry a little more. “Is it something about the Dursleys or what happened today?”



“No.”



“Is there a problem with your bonding tomorrow?” Remus tried again.



“No.”



“Harry I can’t help you unless you talk to me.”



Harry took a deep breath. “Norische wants us all to take a bath together.” There he said it.



Remus waited for Harry to continue, but he didn’t. “And you have a problem with that?”

He asked cautiously.



“Yes. No. I don’t know.” Harry turned to face Remus once again. “I don’t have a problem with Norische at all. I… we have…well…” Again he paused.



“But you do have a problem with Draco and Chris?” Remus asked.



“Not exactly. I don’t have a problem with them really. I just…it feels weird when they touch me.” Harry explained.



“Have they touched you…in a way that…have either of them, hurt…you?” Remus asked low, he didn’t honestly think either Draco or Chris would ever do anything inappropriate but something was definitely wrong, Remus could tell from both Harry’s body language and his voice that there was something that lead him to believe otherwise.



“No! I mean…no.” Harry shook his head. “None of them have done anything wrong. Neither Chris nor Draco have touched me in any way. Well except for Draco poking me in his sleep the other morning and that was weird, but he didn’t do it on purpose.”



“Poking you?” Remus looked confused.



“Ah…yeah…he was ah...well, excited. You know. And he was poking ‘it’ into my back. But he was asleep so it doesn’t count.” Harry quickly clarified. “Look. It isn’t that. I love it when Nori touches me, when he holds me. But it’s just weird thinking about anyone else touching me…like that.”



“Ok, I think I understand.” Remus nodded. “Harry, Norische will never make you do anything that you don’t want to do. And I am quite sure he would never allow either Chris or Draco to touch you unless you wanted it to happen. You do need to talk to him about it, and let him know though. Because if you don’t he won’t know what you need.”



Harry thought about it for a minute then nodded, and stood up. “Thanks Remus. I want to talk to you more about this later, but I need to go get my stuff and get back over there. I really appreciate you listening to me though.”



Remus stood up and wrapped his arms around Harry and gave him a healthy wolf hug, then pulled back and smiled. “Anytime you need me cub, I am right here.”



After Harry left Remus made a mental note to talk to Severus about what Harry and he had discussed. Perhaps see if Severus thought he should speak to Norische or something.







Harry walked back into their rooms and found Draco and Chris chuckling quietly when he entered. “What’s up?” Harry asked.



“Well I have good news and bad news. The good news is that the bath is ready and absolutely wonderful. The bad news is that Norische fell asleep after he got undressed and is totally out of it.” Chris smirked at Harry. “So…you can join us in the bath or you can wait and take a bath with Nori when he wakes up.”



Harry smiled and shook his head. “I think I will wait for Nori. I would hate for him to have to suffer with bathing alone.” Harry tried to cover a yawn as he was speaking but he wasn’t doing a very good job of it. “Maybe I should go take a nap too.”



Draco smirked and nodded. “I think that would be a good idea. I am not about to try and wake Norische up, and I really want a bath so Chris and I are going to take our baths and you and Nori can take one together when ever he gets up.



Harry nodded and waived good night to Chris and Draco as he walked across the room. A few moments later Harry was snuggled into his mate’s arms listening to his soft snoring and the muted thump of his heartbeat as he laid his head on Norische’s chest.