Goodbye Alice in Wonderland | By : windy Category: Harry Potter > Slash - Male/Male > Harry/Lucius Views: 21909 -:- Recommendations : 2 -:- Currently Reading : 8 |
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Disclaimer: Harry Potter and properties are owned by JK Rowling. I don't make money from writing this fanfiction. The story contains spoiler of all Harry Potter series especially the Deathly Hallows. There also words taken from movie and books. This chapter is betaed by Danyealle. I want to say thanks for her help.
Goodbye Alice in Wonderland
Chapter XI
Harry stumbled a bit when he got out from the fireplace. Lucius, meanwhile, was as graceful as always.
"Alright, dear?" Lucius questioned, amused by Harry.
"Yeah," he grumbled. "Anyway, you do realize that Allegra Zabini was standing next to us, don't you?"
Lucius raised his eyebrow. "Certainly." He drawled.
"And you let her go away?" he asked in disbelief.
"In one hour, after she steps her foot back in London, every wizard and witch will find out that I spend my business trip with you. That should save us time. I certainly can't divorce Narcissa without valid reason, can I?"
Harry shook his head in amazement. He, sometimes, didn't understand the way Lucius' mind work.
"Do not worry about this. I shall take care of everything."
He sighed. "If you say so, Lucius."
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The next day he and Lucius went to establish the New York branch of their Muggle corporation. The headquarters was located in London with branchs all over the world. Once it was legalized, they started investing in companies which they knew would become global household in the future. They began early this time and Lucius almost couldn't hold in his glee at the profit he would make.
After business was taken care of, Harry and Lucius spent a few days sightseeing in New York. They visited the normal tourism spots and also went shopping. Harry needed clothes for his adult body and, while at it, he also picked clothes for his husband. The sales at Ermenegildo Zegna and Armani were certainly happy with the purchases they made.
As Harry and Lucius enjoyed their time, Allegra ZAbini chose to wreck havoc in Britain. The socialites of the wizarding world had a monthly tea time where they would gossip about the latest rumors, exchange stories about their friends and families, show off their newest jewelry and exploit the dirt on their enemies. This month the tea time was held in Malfoy Manor. The location couldn't be more perfect, Allegra thought gleefully.
A house elf was already waiting when she stepped out of the fireplace. "This way, Madam."
She raised an eyebrow. The house elf was dressed in clean pillowcase with Malfoy coat of arms embroidered on it. That was huge development from the rags the elves used to wear. As she walked to the sunroom, she noticed that the manor looked very different. It used to be dark and gloomy. Now, it was bright. But, still, the place maintained the aura of a residence of the wealthy family. The antique furniture, crystal chandelier, expensive rugs and all. Allegra scowled inwardly. Why oh why Narcissa must have all of this? Wasn't that enough she was born into the Black family? But, no…she had to marry one of the wealthiest wizards in Britain too.
"Narcissa," she greeted the hostess when she arrived in the sunroom.
"Allegra," Narcissa greeted her back.
After exchanging pleasantries, she joined the other ladies there and waited for an opportunity.
"It's really lovely here," Mrs. Parkinson commented, simpering like an idiot she was. The woman had been dreaming of marrying her daughter off to the Malfoy once Pansy Parkinson was born so it was wonder as to why she would kiss Narcissa's heels. "The new interior is simply magnificent."
The other ladies nodded in agreement.
"It was Lucius' idea to renovate the manor," Narcissa replied smoothly.
Mrs. Parkinson giggled and said. "You're so lucky to have Lucius."
The conversation turned to their husbands then to where they were going to spend the summer holiday.
"Lucius has business so we shall leave for France later." Narcissa replied.
"What a coincidence," Allegra said slyly. "I just saw Lucius in New York a few days ago. With his business partner."
The way she stressed the words didn't lose in the translation to the sharp ears of the ladies and soon they began questioned her. That's the true color of them. They might have same hobbies or such but, in reality, none of them were truly friends. In fact, they were all backstabbing witches.
"I was standing next to them and imagine my surprise when Lucius called the man with my dear!" she said triumphantly but still in fake sympathetic tone.
There were shocked gasps at the revelation.
Allegra continued her story. "Then they flooed away together. I heard that they were going to have holiday in New York." The last part was pure speculation on her part but who care? She certainly didn't and neither did the other ladies there. They had the hottest gossip in England now. It was certain that, as soon as they got out of Malfoy Manor, the first thing they do would be spreading the rumor. And by tomorrow, it was certain that the rumor would have multiplied and people would say that Lucius eloped to New York or the man had three wives and six sons in America, something outrageous.
"That was what my husband did." Mrs. Flint said angrily. "His business trips turned out to be trysts with his secretary!"
The story about their husbands or friends infidelity came out from the enraged wives and Allegra only sat in the background, enjoying the ruckus she caused. That was until Narcissa finally spoke.
"I appreciate your concern. However you must be mistaken. My husband only met with his business partner. No more than that." Narcissa said with voice as calm as always. Her face didn't show her feelings at all.
"Of course, Narcissa," she replied sweetly. "My mistake then."
The other ladies, sensing the mood of their hostess, quickly changed the topic. But it didn't matter. The damage was done. Narcissa may look unaffected but Allegra dared to bet that the woman was boiling inside. It was common for wealthy, pureblood husband, to have mistresses seeing that their marriage were usually arranged ones. But no one would flaunt his affair in the public. So far, Lucius Malfoy had stayed loyal to his wife. But, now… the question was, what would Narcissa do with the information she had?
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For Harry, the summer holiday was great. They spent one week in Italy and one in Switzerland, visiting both Muggle and wizarding tourism spot. Almost too soon, they returned to London.
"Harry!" Sirius exclaimed when he saw his godson for the first time after the devil incarnate had whisked Harry away. "Are you alright?"
Harry rolled his eyes. "I'm fine, Sirius."
Then Sirius exploded. "Do you know what happened here? Everyone is talking about Lucius Malfoy and the unknown man he was seen with. Some even say that they eloped together! Then others say that the man was Lucius' slave! I was going nuts, you know!"
Harry sighed. "It was Lucius' idea actually. So he could divorce his wife."
"Argh!" Sirius threw his hand up in frustration. "What did I do to deserve this?" he moaned.
"It's simple," Harry said. "You have pranked a lot of people in the past."
"I have to agree with Harry here," Remus said from the doorway.
"Remus!" Harry went to hug his honorary godfather.
"Great. Just great," Sirius mumbled.
Both Harry and Remus laughed at him.
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Meanwhile in Malfoy manor, Lucius Malfoy was having dinner with his wife and son. The said wife couldn't wait to clarify the rumor about her husband's infidelity. However, Narcissa knew that she should wait. Lucius had arrived at the manor at noon. For a souvenir from his trip, he had gifted her with a set of sapphire and diamond jewelry.
"Draco," Lucius began.
"Yes, Father." Draco replied obediently.
"I shall go to South Africa tomorrow on business so I have to postpone our trip to France."
Draco's face fell but he still managed to reply. "I understand, Father."
Narcissa felt fury inside. Her only son had been waiting for the trip for weeks while Lucius was gallivanting in New York. And now he wanted to postpone it? But, no matter what happen, Draco wouldn't complain. The boy strived to please his father. The only matter was Draco always fell short of Lucius' expectation.
"South Africa has one of the biggest magical conservatories in the world. It would do you good to visit it," Lucius continued.
Draco gaped at his father. Had he heard it right? Lucius never took him on a business trip before. "Really, Father?" he asked excitedly.
Narcissa stared at her husband. She was confused at Lucius' decision. The man never took Draco anywhere with him except when it was really necessary, claiming that it would only burden him.
Lucius inclined his head. "Yes. We'll stay there for a week."
"Thank you, Father," Draco replied then returned to his food. The boy was really ecstatic at the upcoming holiday. After he finished the meal, he excused himself.
"You may go now," Lucius drawled.
"Yes, Father."
Draco almost ran away, eager to pack his stuff.
The rest of the dinner was spent in silence before Lucius broke it. "How was your day, Narcissa?" her husband asked.
"It was fine," she replied. "We have tea gathering a few days ago." Narcissa hesitated here. Should she continue and bring up the matter? She knew that having mistress was common practice and the wife had learned to accept it. As long as she was the lady of the house and the husband took good care of their family image in public as well asprovided for their children, the wife then nothing had to be worried about. But she was a Black. She was different from the others pureblood witches, especially from that uneducated whore named Allegra Zabini. Narcissa knew what Allegra was going to do.
"Allegra Zabini also came," she said at last. "She said that she saw you in New York with your business associate."
"I was with Evans." Lucius drawled.
Narcissa raised here eyebrow. That's it? She didn't think that Lucius would admit that to her face. Evans? Was that the name of the man? She never heard that name before.
"Evans isn't my business associate. He's my lover."
At this, Narcissa could only stare at her husband. Oh, the nerve!
Lucius didn't seem to care at all that he had just admitted to his wife that he was with the third person in their marriage.
"You're my friend and the mother of my son. We have stayed together for years. It's time to pursue our own interests." Lucius looked at her. "I shall take care of you, of course. You shall live in luxury for the rest of your life. And, if you meet someone else, then the choice is yours."
Narcissa knew that their marriage was an arranged one but, with time, she thought that Lucius had come to love her. As she loved him. Loved him as the father of her son and loved him as her companion for all these years. Yes, they had stayed together for years. And, now Lucius wanted to throw it away for this Evans person?
"It would be best if you join Draco and I the next week."
Narcissa nodded. She needed time to think after all.
"In the meantime," Lucius continued. "Why don't you go to your sister's place and have a talk?"
What her husband said shock Narcissa even more than her impending divorce.
"My sister is dead," she reminded coolly.
"I was talking about Andromeda."
Narcissa narrowed her eyes. "That blood traitor is no family of mine." She stated firmly.
Lucius smirked. "Your words and your heart beg to differ. In all honesty, you care more about Andromeda than you ever did Bellatrix. And who would blame you?"
"And what happened to you, Lucius?" she questioned sharply. "Has someone cast Imperius curse on you? The young man you're seeing perhaps?"
Lucius looked very amused at her amusement. "I'm perfectly fine. Let's say that I have a vision of the future."
Since when had Lucius become a Seer? The situation was getting more bizarre by the minute.
"A future where you'll be killed by Voldemort."
Narcissa gasped. She was shocked, both at the news of her impending death and Lucius' courage to use the Dark Lord's name. "Killed?" she whispered at last.
"You're no fool, Narcissa. By this time you should know that Voldemort cares about no one. When he no longer needs us he will cast us aside."
"And what are you going to do?" she asked sharply. "Leave the Dark Lord?"
Lucius looked at her. "You do realize what happened to your cousin, Regulus Black, don't you?"
She nodded. It was still fresh in her mind. Bellatrix told her that Regulus failed to do the Dark Lord's bidding so he was killed as punishment. It came as big shock. With Regulus' death, the only male Black that was left was Sirius. That was the reason why Orion Black never disowned his son legally because if he did then the Black family would end.
"We shall lay low for a while." Lucius said. "Until Voldemort is killed."
Author's Note:
Hi. It's me again. Thanks for reading the fic and please give me reviews. Anyway, I will only write about the highlight in the third year before skip it to the fourth year.
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