To Love a Malfoy

Chapter 5
***Last Chapter:
“I have been sick every morning for awhile now and I didn’t want to worry you so I went to St. Mungo’s this morning. The Healer examined me and took tests.” before Harry could finish Hermione cried out,

“Oh, Harry, what is it? What’s wrong?”***

Deciding to get straight to the point, Harry answered, “I am pregnant!”

Ron immediately fainted and fell from the bed onto the floor with a loud thump and Hermione jumped up and ran over to Harry and hugged him with tears pouring down her face.

“Ron! Ron, wake up!....Ronald!” SLAP “Ronald! Ronald Weasley wake up your sorry ass now!”

“OWE! HERMIONE! FOR THE LOVE OF MERLIN! THAT REALLY HURT!” complained Ron, sitting up rubbing his aching cheek.

“Sorry!” stated Hermione not really meaning it. She looked him in the face and with her usual know it all
manner said, “Honestly Ronald! I don’t think now is the time for histrionics because Harry needs us thinking
rationally about this!”

Yea, right, thought Ron, like you were acting all calm and everything what with your crying and going on. Then Ron suddenly remembered the reason why he fainted and yelled “Harry! Did I hear you right? Did you really say you were preggers and that Malfoy is the other father?”

Harry had been sitting quietly on his bed and looked up at Ron and nodded. “Yes! It’s true! I just found out today like I told you.” he then turned red faced and hissed out at his best mate saying, “Ron? Why didn’t you ever think to tell me that Wizards could get pregnant? Huh? Didn’t it ever cross your mind, maybe just once, that just maybe I possibly wouldn’t know this little piece of valuable information having lived most of my life with Muggles? I know that the conversation of being gay never came up between us, since I was in love and involved with Ginny, but what about when we were in school and having those nice long evening conversations with our dorm mates?”

Ron looked shamefaced and turned bright red, the same color as his famous Weasley hair, just shaking his head. “I’m sorry mate! Really! I am! I just never thought to mention it! I guess I just assumed you knew!” he grinned stupidly at Harry and Hermione whacked him on his sore head.

“OWE! For crying out loud Hermione cut it out would ya!” he yelled at his girlfriend.

Ron got off the bed, where he was sitting next to Hermione, and moved onto the bed to sit next to Harry.

“What are you going to do Harry?” he asked.

Harry looked at him and said, “I am going to have my baby and to hell with Lucius Malfoy! He is never going to find out! I have always wanted a family and this must be fates way of giving me one. Mione and I have already discussed it but we will need your help. We have to find a way to break this to your parents, cause when the time comes I’ll desperately be needing your Mum’s help.”

“Right! What’s the plan, then?” whispered Ron leaning in to conspire with his friends.

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As time was essential, the trio had decided they would talk with Ron’s parents after dinner that night. Amazingly, it went better than Harry thought, with the exception that Arthur had to physically prevent Molly from flooing to Malfoy Manor and cursing Lucius Malfoy into oblivion.

After Molly had calmed down, they all had decided that the best course of action would be to help Harry disguise his pregnancy while at Hogwarts. Fortunately, it just so happened that Molly was best friends with Madam Malkin and was going to ask her to come to the Burrow so Harry could be fitted for special made to order robes that would hide his male pregnancy. These robes were specifically created for either Witches or Wizards in order to hide their pregnancies from such unwanted attention as news media.

“I am meeting with her for lunch tomorrow!” Molly said enthusiastically. “We will be able to trust her and she will be able to deliver them directly here to the Burrow once they have come in.”

“Oh, Harry! I am so sorry for what Lucius did to you but I am ecstatic that there will be a little one in our family again.” cried Molly.

“Mrs. Weasley! Molly! I wouldn’t have been able to handle this all alone! If I didn’t have you and everyone in this room helping me through it, I don’t want to think about what would happen to me and my unborn child.” confided a thankful Harry.

Arthur spoke up, “Harry, you are considered an official member of our family and we are so proud of how you are handling this situation. You are like another son to us! I know for sure that James and Lily would also be very proud of you right now!”

“Thank you, Arthur!” replied Harry with tears in his eyes. “That really means a lot to me knowing that!”

Molly gave them all dessert and coffee so that they could finish finalizing their plans.

Before Harry knew it Sunday morning had arrived and the Weasley’s were seeing him off to Hogwarts for his first term as a Professor. He had packed everything he would need to take with him the night before and would be arriving at the school one day in advance to classes starting.

“Are you sure you have everything Harry?” inquired Hermione again. “Especially your vitamins! If you need anything, anything at all, don’t hesitate to contact us!”

“Yes, Mione, I have everything! Please don’t worry! I will be fine!” Harry assured her.

“Harry dear, don't forget that Madam Malkin is forwarding your new robes directly to your private chambers by special owl delivery in three weeks.” Molly reminded him.

“Thank you, Molly!” replied a grateful Harry.

“Good luck mate! We’ll see you at Christmas!” said Ron shaking Harry’s hand and then pulling him into a bear hug.

After much crying, hugging, kissing and hand shaking goodbyes, Harry finally flooed to Headmaster Severus Snape’s office at Hogwarts.

‘Hogwarts’

“Harry! It’s so nice to see you again.” Severus said shaking Harry’s hand in greeting. “Your looking well! It seems that spending the Summer at the Burrow was the best decision you ever made. I’ve definitely never seen you so healthy looking, it’s amazing.”

“Thank you sir! It‘s all due to Molly‘s excellent cooking!” Harry chuckled, then said “I enjoyed being with Mione and the Weasley’s very much but it’s really great to be back at Hogwarts too! I didn’t realize how much I missed it until now!”

Severus called a school house-elf to take Hedwig and Harry’s trunk to his rooms.

“I am sure you will find that your private rooms have been prepared exactly according to the specifications you gave Dobby in the letter you sent to him. He’s been anxiously awaiting your arrival and has been unable to talk about anything else since first learning you would be teaching here.”

Severus smiled at him before asking him to have a seat. They had to finalize a few more things before Harry could go off to his quarters. After ordering tea and some scones, Severus and Harry fell into a deep conversation that lasted for about an hour. Severus told Harry that he would introduce him to all the teachers at lunch that afternoon. He knew most of them from his days as a student but there were a couple of new ones that he hadn’t met yet.

“Oh my!” stated Severus, “We were having so much fun reminiscing about the good old days that I lost track of the time!”

They both stood up and as they were bidding each other goodbye there was a sudden flash in the fireplace indicating the arrival by floo of another guest. As the person stepped out, Harry moved aside to make room for them as he had been standing beside it and was in the way. When he noticed who it was, Harry became sick to his stomach. I don’t believe this is happening again! Not now! he thought.

Lucius Malfoy stood right in front of Harry brushing himself off with his usual arrogance. He took one look at Harry and ignoring him turned his back on him to face Severus.

“Good morning!” he greeted his old school friend.

“Lucius! To what do I owe the pleasure of this unexpected visit?” asked Severus snidely.

“I thought you would be happy to know that I have officially been reinstated as a School Governor of Hogwarts and was given my old position back at the Ministry.” answered a smug Lucius.

Severus started to clap his hands while giving Lucius his famous Potions Master sneer. “Congratulations! Now, tell me Lucius, why this important bit of information couldn’t have waited until another time!” demanded Severus.

Lucius just raised his eyebrow and replied, “Why Severus, I am hurt! I thought you would be happy for me! After all, we are such good friends that I just assumed you would want to be one of the first to hear the good news.”

“Excuse me for a moment, would you!” said Severus brushing roughly past Lucius to approach Harry who was standing quietly behind Lucius.

“Harry, I am sorry for this unexpected intrusion and I assure you that it was not planned,” said Severus.

While Harry had been watching this interchange between the two older Wizards, his temper was brewing to a new level of high. He didn’t know what in the world possessed him to say it but later would blame it on his over acting hormones.

“I understand sir, it’s quite alright, you don’t have to apologize.” Harry stated to a relieved looking Headmaster, then continued, “After all, it’s not your fault that a certain addled brained blonde bimbo Wizard never learned any manners growing up!” stated Harry to a suddenly white faced Headmaster. “I’ll just bid you goodbye for now and see you later for lunch.”

Ron would be so proud of me thought Harry as he turned around and stalked boldly out of the room with his head held high not even acknowledging Lucius Malfoy‘s presence. Harry was sure he could hear Malfoy spluttering in anger to Severus as he walked away from them. The expression on Malfoy’s face was just priceless. I wished I had a camera so I could send Ron a picture! He finally arrived at his quarters to be greeted by an overzealous waiting Dobby.

“Master Harry! You have finally arrived! Dobby has been missing you Master Harry! Would Master Harry like anything to eat? Master Harry should have a seat and put his feet up to rest for the little one growing in his stomach! Master Harry will need his all his strength!” cried out Dobby and would have continued but Harry stopped him.

“Dobby! Dobby! Stop it! I am fine! You don’t have to do anything more right now! Calm down!” Harry said having to raise his voice in order to slow the little elf down.

Dobby stopped in mid sentence and looked expectantly up at Harry with such trust in his huge luminous eyes. His bat like ears quivered in excitement and he was wearing one of the handmade wool hats Hermione had made especially for him.

“Dobby is so sorry Master Harry! Dobby didn’t mean to be ungrateful for Master Harry’s kindness!” stated a very humble and apologetic Dobby to Harry.

“Dobby, don’t worry about it! Really! Trust me! Everything is perfect!” spoke Harry.

Harry walked around checking everything out with Dobby bouncing merrily by his side in expectation. “I love it Dobby! You did a wonderful job and I couldn’t have done it better myself! It’s truly perfect! Thank you!” stated Harry to a misty eyed Dobby.

“Oh! Master Harry I am so glad you like it! Dobby was so worried that you would be disappointed!” sobbed Dobby while hugging Harry’s legs tightly.

Harry patted Dobby on the head trying to calm him down and then said, “Dobby, I am suddenly getting a little hungry. I know it’s too early for lunch so can you please go down to the kitchen and bring me back some strawberries, pickles and peanut butter?” asked Harry.

“Oh Yes, Master Harry, Dobby will be right back!” Dobby raised his finger in the air and with a pop disapparated to the Kitchen.

Harry sat gratefully down on the comfortable sofa putting his aching feet up on the coffee table to wait for Dobby to return with his treats.

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The morning passed quickly and it was finally time for lunch. Harry found himself walking down the hallway looking at all the familiar portraits and talking to them as he ambled along toward the staircase that would take him down to the Great Hall. He was looking forward to seeing all his former teachers and meeting his new associates.

As Harry reached the top of the moving staircase and put one of his feet on the top step, Peeves the poltergeist flew low over his head ranting in a loud pitched voice “WELL IF IT ISN’T LITTLE HARRY POTTER!...LISTEN UP EVERYBODY!...POTTY HAS RETURNED TO HOGWARTS!...EVERYONE LITTLE POTTY IS BACK!...LET’S CELEBRATE!”

When Peeves threw an exploding dung bomb directly behind him, Harry was not expecting this and he lost his balance. Panicking, he cried out and started to flay his arms madly around to try and prevent himself from taking a serious fall down the staircase but suddenly felt a strong hand grab his arm and pull him back to safety onto the landing.

Harry closed his eyes shaking in relief before opening them and turning to face his rescuer. If it hadn’t been for the quick reflexes of this person, Harry knew it would have been a disastrous situation for himself and unborn child. Smiling, Harry looked up to thank them and nearly fell back down in shock. Of all the people who could have possibly saved him, it just had to be his luck that it was Lucius Malfoy!

Harry stood there gaping like a fish out of water in front of Lucius Malfoy. “Thank you.” Harry finally whispered.

When he realized how close he had come to possibly losing his unborn child, Harry started to violently shiver. He felt tears begin to fill his eyes and put his head down to hide them from Lucius. One of his hands involuntarily went to touch his stomach and rested on it comfortably. He didn’t notice Lucius looking at him strangely.

“That stupid poltergeist.” stated Lucius. “I will have a talk with Severus about doing something about him.“

Harry looked back up and said in return, “He just caught me unprepared. I should have known better and been on the lookout for him. Peeves might not be aware that I have returned to Hogwarts as a Professor. Regardless, his antics are getting worse and a student could be seriously hurt by them.”

When they both continued to just stand there not saying a word, Harry decided it was time to make a break for it.

“Thank you again for saving me, Lucius.” said Harry. “Well, I guess I should get going down to lunch, they must be wondering what happened to me.”

“I will accompany you Mr. Potter. Severus has asked me to stay for the remainder of the day so I will be joining you for lunch this afternoon.” responded Lucius.

He guided Harry onto the stairs and they walked companionably down them to the Great Hall.

As they approached the open doors to the Great Hall, they could hear the loud talking of the Professors and clattering of utensils. Walking in together, they both went to the long staff table and joined the others already seated. Harry saw Neville who called him over and took the seat he had saved for him.

“Harry, I would like to introduce you to Jonathan Chambers, Hogwarts Potions Master.”

“Harry Potter, nice to meet you Jonathan.” Harry said shaking the offered hand in greeting.

“Nice to meet you Harry. I’ve heard a lot about you from Neville. He speaks very highly of you.” answered Jonathan, holding Harry’s hand in his larger one longer than necessary.

Jonathan Chambers was a very good looking 30 year old specimen of a man. He had hazel eyes, was at least 6’2”, was muscular and broad shouldered, had long brown hair that was clasped neatly in a pony tail that hung down his back.

Harry was ravenous and dug right into his meal. Afterwards, he was eating his favorite dessert and telling Neville all about his adventure with Peeves. While they were talking, Harry could feel the eyes of Jonathan on him the whole time. It was rather un-nerving to say the least and Harry felt like putting a hex on him for being so rude. Because he was the Boy Who Lived, Harry was used to being stared at and whispered about, but this was different. He was a fellow Professor and should have known better.

Jonathan Chambers sat there watching Harry James Potter talk animatedly with Neville Longbottom. Jon had read the news and saw pictures of Harry but they didn’t do him justice. He had been looking forward to finally meeting him in person and hadn’t been disappointed. Jonathan was a man used to getting his own way and he wanted one Harry James Potter. Oh yes, my young Harry, I will have you. Make no mistake about that. You will be mine one way or another I will possess and own you.

Meanwhile, Lucius was sitting at his seat next to Severus with a bored expression on his aristocratic face. As he stifled a yawn behind his hand, his eyes wandered around the table until they fell upon a smiling Harry. He thought back to their little adventure at the top of the stairs with Peeves and remembered seeing how Harry had touched his stomach in what seemed to be a comforting gesture. There is something odd going on with Mr. Potter and I intend to find out what it is.

Lucius then noticed the new Potions Master was sitting beside Harry. What is this, he thought, the man is actually ogling Potter. Hmm, a very interesting predicament. It seems that I will have to keep an eye on this new Professor and find out what he is up to. Potter is mine and nobody ogles him but me.

When the table had been cleared, Severus stood up to get the attention of his peers. Speaking out in a loud voice he said, “Please, may I have your attention everyone. As you all know, a new year will be starting tomorrow and we have a new Professor joining our ranks to welcome. Most of you already know him, but to those who do not, allow me the pleasure of introducing to Hogwarts our new Defense Against the Darks Arts Professor, Harry James Potter.”

There was loud applause and a blushing Harry quickly stood and acknowledged everyone with a small wave before sitting back down in his seat. Neville patted Harry on the shoulder and everyone smiled at him in acknowledgment.

After another hour had passed, Harry was getting tired and all he wanted was to return to his rooms. He was just about to excuse himself when Severus stood up and bid everyone a good day then left with Lucius. Seeing this as his cue to leave, Harry stood up and told Neville he was tired and would be retiring to his rooms for the evening.

“I think I will pass on Dinner though and see you at Breakfast." he told Neville.

“All right Harry, have a good night and try to get some rest you look like you need it. I’ll see you in the morning. It‘s really good having you back at Hogwarts.” replied Neville.

Harry smiled at his friend and then bid goodbye to Jonathan. He left the Great Hall and headed for his rooms. As he walked down the hallway leading to his rooms, he was stopped by a voice calling out for him to wait.

“Harry, wait up, I would like to talk with you a moment.” called Jonathan Chambers running up to join him.

Harry stopped and waited until Jonathan caught up with him then asked, “Yes, what can I help you with Jonathan?”

“I was just wondering if you would like to join me for a drink this Friday evening in my rooms. You know, just to celebrate your first week as a Professor and get to know one another.” replied a smiling Jon.

“That’s really nice of you to offer Jon but I already have other plans. I am sorry but thanks for asking.” lied Harry.

“Well maybe we can make it for another time then.” persisted Jon.

“I really don’t think that’s a good idea right now.” admonished Harry.

“Why?” demanded Jon blocking Harry‘s path with his larger body, “Don’t you find me attractive? Doesn’t the great Harry Potter have time to associate with his lowly peers?”

Harry was starting to get angry. Who did this guy think he was talking to him like this?

“Look, I said I was sorry but I do have plans on Friday so I would appreciate your getting out of my way so I can proceed to my rooms.” demanded Harry.

Harry had not noticed but Jon had somehow managed to back him into an alcove off the main hallway. When he finally realized where he was it was too late, Harry tried to push his way out but was forced back into the wall.

“What are you doing? Get out of my way.” cried out a pissed off Harry.

“I don’t think so. You are not going anywhere until you agree to my terms.” answered a cocky Potions Master.

Harry tried reaching for his wand but found it was stuck in the back pocket of his pants and he couldn’t reach it. He started struggling and tried hitting the bigger man in the face but was quickly restrained.

“Let me go. Unhand me,” demanded Harry still trying to break free.

Jonathan leaned in and pressed his hard body against Harry’s. He was holding Harry’s wrists together in one of his large hands above his head.

“I’ll let you go but only if you let me kiss you.” Jon told Harry.

Harry turned his face away to avoid the man trying to assault him. Just when it seemed that Jon would get his wish and kiss Harry, a voice thundered out from behind them.

“WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON HERE?” growled out an irritated Lucius Malfoy.

Lucius was on his way back to the rooms that Severus had assigned to him for his own private use while visiting Hogwarts, when he thought he heard shouting coming from one of the hidden alcoves. What in the name of Merlin is going on. It must be some students either fighting or trying to find a private place to have some fun. Well, I’ll fix them and just interrupt their little tete-a-tete. He followed the sound of voices and silently entered the small alcove. His gray eyes widened with surprise and then darkened in anger when he realized who it was.

“WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON HERE?” growled out an irritated Lucius Malfoy.

“Lucius!” gasped Harry, thankful for the interruption.

Jonathan released Harry’s wrists and turned his head saying angrily, “Lord Malfoy, can’t you see Professor Potter and I are rather busy at the moment. Why don’t you just continue along your way and leave us alone to get back to our private business discussion. As you can see, we were just getting down to the good part before you so rudely interrupted us.”

Lucius raised one of his eyebrows and replied waspishly, “Oh, I beg to differ with you Mr. Chambers, but it doesn’t look to me at all like Professor Potter is enjoying your so called private business discussion.” If Jonathan noticed the deliberate slight Lucius gave to his title, he chose to ignore it.

Harry was observing all of this while rubbing his sore wrists and scowling at Jonathan Chambers. He noticed that his way out was still being blocked by the obnoxious Potions Master, and that Chambers and Malfoy both looked like they were about to come to blows. This is stupid, Harry thought, they are both grown men not silly teenagers.

“Excuse me!” spoke out Harry, “If the two of you don’t mind, it’s been a long tiring day and I would like to be able to retire to my rooms now.” He gave Jonathan an angry glare that spoke volumes, letting him know this incident was far from over, and then pushed past him and found himself directly in front of Lucius.

“Lucius, thank you again for helping me out.” said a grateful Harry.

“Harry, let me walk with you back to your rooms.” offered Jon interrupting them.

“Thanks, but no thanks, Professor Chambers. I think I can find my way back perfectly fine, thank you very much.” hissed out Harry.

“I’ll walk with you.” insisted Lucius while offering his arm to Harry.

Harry graciously accepted the offer and put his hand on the older Wizard’s arm. Lucius pulled Harry towards him and began to guide him out of the alcove while keeping a wary eye on Chambers.

Jonathan was furious that his carefully laid out plan for seducing Harry had been sabotaged by the arrival of Malfoy. I will have you my Harry. Mark my words, you will be mine. I haven’t waited this long only to be foiled by that former Death Eater scum. Oh yes, Malfoy, don’t think this little war is over, far from it. I will enact my revenge against you and Harry will belong to me.

Harry was grateful for having someone to hold onto while walking back to his rooms. He realized that he was over tired and had stupidly forgotten to take his vitamins that morning. I have to remember to ask Dobby not to let me forget to take them. Especially, when I have so much on my mind. I just wish this dizziness would go away. I probably just need something to eat and then will be fine.

As Lucius was escorting Harry back to his rooms, he was silently seething inside at the sheer gall of that Chambers idiot. Trying to molest his Harry, how dare he. At least Harry was trying to fight back and wasn’t letting him have his way. When did I start to feel this way about Potter, no Harry? He looked down at the beautiful creature walking beside him in the hallway.

Lucius had loved Narcissa, his deceased wife, but it was the love that a brother had for his sister. Their marriage was an arranged one, and both of them entered it knowing the facts. After they had been married just a short time, Narcissa had done her job and provided Lucius with a Malfoy heir. They remained married but both pursued their different love affairs. When Draco was born, they appeared to be the perfect family and to the outside world seemed happily married. They both had spoiled Draco and he grew up being the typical rich brat who always got what he wanted. After the Dark Lord murdered them, Lucius was devastated and blamed himself.

Lucius Malfoy never thought he would find true love and didn’t think he deserved it. After the War ended Lucius had wanted revenge, and when the opportunity arose, he had taken it out on Harry Potter in the worst possible way the night of the Ministry Ball. He still had nightmares about that night, and what he did, but would never admit it to anyone. The one possibility Lucius had considered, was the fact that Harry might possibly never find it in his heart to forgive him.

Yet, here they were walking along together down the hallway, arm in arm, almost like lovers, he thought. He glanced down again at Harry and saw that he seemed to be rather pale. It must be due to the confrontation he had with Chambers. Just when they were a few feet from the door to Harry’s rooms, Lucius sensed something was wrong and caught Harry in his arms before he hit the floor.

“DOBBY! DOBBY OPEN THE DOOR,” called out Lucius carrying Harry up to the door. As the rooms were warded against all entry except for Harry, Lucius couldn’t enter them without permission.

There was a pop then Dobby appeared next to Lucius and Harry in the hallway.

“What is it Master Malfoy?” asked an upset Dobby his voice quivering in fear.

When he saw Harry in the arms of his former master, he got upset and cried out. “WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO MASTER HARRY? YOU HAVE HURT MY MASTER. POOR MASTER HARRY.” Dobby began crying, big tears pouring from his huge eyes and his bat like ears lowered to either side of his head.

“Dobby, just open the door so I can put Master Harry on his bed. He has just fainted that is all. He is not hurt and will be fine.” assured Lucius to the distraught House Elf.

Dobby brightened up considerably and with a wave of his hand the door opened and Lucius strode in. “Dobby, show me to Master Harry’s bedroom.” requested Lucius.

“This way, Master Malfoy.” and Dobby led him to Harry’s bedroom where Lucius gently deposited him onto the mattress.

“Dobby, please get me some fresh cold water and a cloth for Master Harry.” asked Lucius while he attended to the still unconscious Harry.

Dobby quickly returned and handed the items over to Lucius. He watched his former Master closely as he gently wiped Harry’s face with the cool cloth and then sat down on the bed and pulled him up into his lap. When Dobby saw that Lucius met no harm to his Master Harry, he left the room with a loud pop.

“Harry, can you hear me?” whispered Lucius, gently tapping his cheek, “Harry, Harry, wake up, everything will be alright just wake up. I have some nice cool water for you to drink but I need you to be awake first.”

Harry started to groan and his long eyelashes fluttered. Then Lucius watched as his brilliant green eyes opened and stared up at him.

“Hi, what happened?” croaked out Harry in a hoarse voice.

“You fainted Harry and I carried you to your room. Dobby was kind enough to let me in so I could bring you to your bedroom.” answered Lucius lifting the glass of water to Harry’s lips so he could have a sip.

“Thank you, Lucius. It seems that lately you are always there to rescue me just when I seem to need you the most.” stated a flustered Harry.

Just then Dobby popped back into the room, carrying a bottle of what looked like pills and crying out in a loud voice, “Master Harry, Master Harry, your vitamins, you forgot to take your vitamins this morning. Oh, bad, bad Dobby for not reminding Master Harry to take his important vitamins.”

Harry’s eyes widened in shock and he tried to motion for Dobby to shut up but it was too late, “Dobby, may I have that bottle please?” requested Lucius.

TBC