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Draco's Story	By : haileybeth Category: Harry Potter > Threesomes/Moresomes Views: 22211 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 4
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NOTE: Sorry for the long time between updates, I have a crazy home life but I am off for the next two weeks so I will try to get some chapters up. Enjoy, please review.

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Draco smiled as he watched Mathew try to sit up, he hated that tomorrow he was going back to the ward; he wanted to be here with his family. Moving to help Severus he smiled at his Mat “you are doing really good, I’ll bet by tonight you’ll be up and around again.”

“His back is looking really good,” Severus nodded, “How’s your breathing Bug?” he asked watching Mathew for any signs of pain.

“Hurts, but it’s not too bad.” Mathew answered not linking the potions that his Papa gave him for the pain, they made him groggy and it was hard to read his homework.

Severus knew that he was not telling him the full truth; he knew that broken ribs hurt like hell and made breathing difficult. “You are like your Dad; you would rather suffer than take a potion.”

“I don’t like them; I can’t read when I take it.” Mathew answered pouting as he looked away. “I want to do my homework.”

“How about you take half of the potion and I will read the book to you and we can talk about it?” Draco suggested softly not wanting to upset him but not wanting him to be in pain.

“Really?” Mathew asked wanting to spend as much time as he could with his Dad. “Ok.” He agreed softly seeing that his Dad was serious, snuggling against his Dad he sipped the potion as Draco opened the book and began to read the chapter that he was on to him. Listening to his Dad’s voice he smiled contently, he had missed this, he had missed being near his Dad, listening to him and having him hold him.

Severus watched the pair as he sat by the fire, Harry was currently sleeping off several potions that his Mid-Wife had given him, and the kids were with Narcissa planning the night’s dinner; at the moment life was good. Sitting by the fire he picked up his potions journal and began jotting down several notes and revamping several potions that he was working on at the moment. Glancing up every now and again he realized that Harry was sleeping longer than the Mid-Wife had told them he would. “Tipsy?” he called setting his book down as the elf popped into the room “Check on Harry for me please.” He asked as the elf nodded and popped back out.

Draco looked up at Severus and then to the grandfather clock that was in the corner. Looking back to Severus he portrayed his worry in that one look before he turned back to Mathew as Tipsy popped back in.

“Master Potter still sleep, he doesn’t wake sir!” she squeaked looking alarmed as Narcissa entered the room.

“Cissa I need to check on Harry can you stay with Dray?” Severus asked as he stood and placed a comforting hand on Draco’s shoulder, as Cissa nodded. Moving up the stairs he wondered if the potions where a little stronger than the Mid-Wife had thought, he hadn’t checked them because he trusted the woman and knew she would never harm his family. Moving into the bedroom he sat by the bed and stroked Harry’s cheek. “Harry?” he called softly trying to wake him, when Harry didn’t respond he frowned, and tried again before casting several diagnostic charms to determine what was wrong. “Tipsy!” he bellowed pleased that she came when he called. “Fetch his Mid-wife, now!” he ordered.

“Severus? What’s wrong?” Draco and Narcissa entered the room concerned that he was calling for the Healer.

“He’s not waking.” Severus explained “I’m worried that the potion was too strong.” He admitted as Harry’s Mid-wife entered. “Marry, he’s not waking, he has slept two hour over what you said.”

Marry moved to the bed looing concerned with what she was being told. “He shouldn’t have slept that long.” She muttered sitting beside Harry. “Harry?” she called running several tests that Severus didn’t know. “I don’t understand this, he should not be this far under.” She cursed casting several spells to try to wake Harry, after a moment she shook her head. “Let’s try letting him sleep it off, maybe it’s because of his magic, maybe his magic has put him under so he can heal. I’m going to stay, I don’t like this, I have never had this problem and I will not risk being somewhere else when he needs me more.”

Severus nodded “How long will he be out? Is he alright?”

“Is the baby alright?” Draco asked looking as concerned as Severus and his Mum. It didn’t make any sense why was he out like this, why would his magic put him so far under he wouldn’t respond to them.

“Yes to both question, they seem to be fine, he is in a magical coma and I have no idea how long he will be under.” She answered “I know that you are worried but let’s take one hour at a time, and try not to panic.” She advised.

Draco looked from his Mum to Severus with worried eyes. “I can’t wait until this little one is born.” He sighed listening for a moment realizing that the kids were arguing. “Does she always have that temper?” he asked thinking of himself at that age.

“Yes, especially with James, and he goads her on. I have gotten on to him I don’t know how many times.” Severus sighed listening to the fight. “Lately they can usually work it out,” listening to James taunt Lillian he knew that today was not that day though, then after a moment he heard the sorry from James. “They worked it out.” He sighed turning back to Harry.

Draco listened and then nodded he was proud of all of the kids they seem to love each other and it was clear they protected each other with as much heart as Severus had fought for him and Harry. “They love each other.” He nodded looking to the Healer. “So, we sit and wait?” he asked softly as Toddy entered to room.

“Sit and wait for what?” Toddy asked looking to Mary for an explanation as to what was going on. Listen to Mary explain he nodded “I have seen this, and you are right it’s his magic. His magic is protecting the baby while he heals and to heal he needs to sleep, because asleep his body doesn’t have to use much energy to keep him going.” He explained softly. “All we can do is give him time.”

“I still hate it.” Draco grumbled not looking thrilled that his pregnant mate was basically in a coma. Sitting beside Harry he sighed. “There are a lot of things that I hate and still hate.” He admitted “I hate feeling like I am out of control, I hate not being able to help my mates when they need me…” his voice trailed off a moment before he spoke again. “I hate that I am so fearful of my past.”

Severus stood to move to him, hoping to offer the comfort he needed. “You know the past is just memories, they can’t hurt you.”

“No but they hurt Mat.” Draco sighed. “I don’t want him hurt because of me and what I had to do to….” He stopped taking shaky breath thinking about what he had done to live.

Toddy sat in front of Draco hoping to coax out of him what he was hiding, it seemed to him that the next memories that he held where the ones that he was so protective of and he worried that these memories where the ones that would decide his future with the council. Seeing Draco’s hands shake his concern elevated “Are you ready to talk about it?” he asked hoping he was, it was clear that he was hurting.

Draco looked from Toddy to Severus and then to his Mum before he sighed, it was time to tell him. “It was about a month after I was married to the Dark Lord, I wasn’t allowed to leave the bedchambers, you can guess why. One day though, I woke up and things weren’t right…”

FLASHBACK!

Draco woke his stomach protesting movement, rolling he slowly stood wincing as pain shot up his spine. Wincing he began to move to the loo but stopped hearing his husband call him.

“Did I tell you to get up?” Voldamort snarled as he sat up, his red eyes glaring at his husband.

“I need the loo My Lord, I’m sorry, I didn’t realize…” he stopped realizing that he was going to be hurt no matter what he said. “I’m sorry My Lord.” He bowed his head to show his submission.

“GO!’ he snarled as he rose, he could tell that Draco was not feeling well and that pleased him. Smirking he rose and moved out of the room.

Draco moved to the loo and immediately threw up what little was in his stomach. Heaving again he waited until his stomach settled before rinsing his mouth he moved out of the room to see Severus move to him. He had to admit he was happy to see someone who would know what was wrong. “Severus.” He nodded.

Severus moved to Draco worried for him, over a month of no contact and then he was called to find Draco married to the Dark Lord, covered in, from what he could see, bruises and welts and not feeling well. “How long?” he asked pushing him into a seat as he pulled his wand from his sleeve.

“Today, I woke up feeling like hell.” He admitted knowing that Severus would get the hint that he was more than sick. “I don’t like this.” He admitted grateful when Severus gave him a potion to ease his stomach.

Running several spells to determine if he had anything serious he noticed that Lucius and Narcissa had joined them, he also noticed the smug look on Lucius’ face and the fearful eyes of Narcissa. Looking at Draco he scowled. “You’re not contagious and this will pass in a few months.” He nodded and seeing the panicked look in his eyes he continued, seeing that he hadn’t gotten the hint. “You’re pregnant Draco.”

Draco looked at his Godfather with fearful eyes before he looked to his attention to his Master and then back to Severus. “Are you sure?” he asked softly not wanting it to be true. How was he going to raise a child? Was he going to be allowed to keep the baby?

“Yes, you are about three weeks along and experiencing morning sickness, there are potions that will ease it and there are several potions you will have to take daily to make certain that you and the baby stay healthy.” Severus explained wondering how in the hell they were going to handle this.

“How will we handle school?” Draco asked coolly not wanting to show just how scared he really was. He knew that being pregnant at Hogwarts was not going to be easy but he didn’t want to be trapped in the Manor.

“You don’t need schooling Draco.” Lucius smirked clearly proud.

“I believe that your Father is right, as my husband there is no reason for you to have to continue schooling.” Voldamort agreed clearly pleased with the turn of events. “I’m very proud that you conceived our child so easily.”

“Thank you My Lord.” Draco whispered trying to think of a way out of the situation.

“My Lord? My I speak?” Severus asked hoping that he could get Draco back to school and under his watch.

“Severus?” Voldamort nodded to him not pleased that he had something to say about the situation.

“I can understand what you are saying about his schooling My Lord, but if he doesn’t go back My Lord the Headmaster could order the Ministry to look in on Draco because of his standing with in the school. First in his year if he doesn’t go back it could raise unwanted questions, especially since they all know that I was going to apprentice him.” Severus explained noticing that they were thinking about what he was saying. If the Ministry raided the Manor it could be devastating.

“How could we protect him though?” Narcissa asked looking to Severus hoping that he could hold the answer.

“Well, what we could do is propose that he is bonded to me, that will get him into my rooms and I could keep an eye on him and the pregnancy.” Severus suggested slowly uncertain how he was going to take it.

“What about…?” Draco stopped realizing that he had just given away Severus’ secret. Turning pleading eyes to Severus he hoped that he could see the apology there and that he would forgive him.

“About What?” Voldamort snarled his wand now in his hands as he turned to Severus. “What have you been hiding Severus?” he hissed.

“Draco was talking about my bond mate, My Lord.” Severus answered knowing that it had only been a matter of time before the Dark Lord found out about his mate. Feeling the Cruciarts curse hit him he choked back the scream, he was thankful that it had only been held a few moments.

“WHY?”

Severus knew what he meant. “He is young My Lord, Draco’s age, and he is neutral and wishes to remain that way.”

Lucius looked shocked “When did you bond with him?” he asked looking from Severus to the Dark Lord wondering if Severus was going to live.

“Since he was eleven, it’s a long story.” Severus temporized hoping that they wouldn’t push it, he wasn’t so lucky, rising he turned to the Dark Lord knowing that he was in for it, he could tell by the look in his eyes.

“You expect for me to trust you and this bond mate with my husband?” he asked looking murderous as he played with his wand.

“Jade and Draco are friends, I have Jade apprenticed under me because he is too advanced for his years, he is also apprenticed with a Healer Mairia Blade….” He stopped seeing the excitement in Cissa’ eyes and he turned to her. “I see you know the name, yes, she is the top specialist in male pregnancies.” He nodded “Tri pairings are not uncommon, we can pull it off and Jade can help me keep an eye on Draco and the baby.” He continued pleased that he was able to keep his voice steady, he wasn’t certain how Harry was going to handle this situation but he knew that he would pull together for Draco.

The Dark lord fell silent a moment looking Draco over before sneering. “I will meet this child tonight, then we can ‘set’ the rules.” He said coldly.

“Of course My Lord, I will fetch Draco’s potions and return with my mate.” Severus nodded.

“I will have our elves make a wonderful supper….” Narcissa nodded pleased that her boy was not going to be trapped in the Manor.

“Actually, I think that dinner at Severus’ is in order tonight.” Voldamort interrupted clearly wanting to catch Severus unguarded.

“Of course My Lord, if I may I will go and get things ready.” Severus bowed before moving out quickly, he knew he didn’t have much time before they would be gracing his home.

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Draco stepped out of the Floo and looked around, hearing the soft voice of Jade he grinned before opening the mental bond they had, he knew that it was rare that he could speak mentally to Severus and Harry but he was glad that he could *We are here* he sent softly.

*Are you alright?* Harry asked clearly worried and not happy with the situation *I hope I don’t screw this up*

*I’m alright, I just pray this works* Draco sent back to him *I have faith in you and Severus, we’ll get through this* he reassured as Severus entered the room and as Pippen took their cloaks and offered refreshments. “Where is Jade?” he asked not wanting to let on that he had already spoken to him.

“He will be down in a moment.” Severus reassured as they found comfortable seats. “Draco…you will need to take this on in the morning, if you get sick with it take it with food, that is the prenatal one, then this one will be as needed for vomiting, and then the last one is to keep your hormones in balance take that one at night, because it will cause you to be drowsy.” Severus explained giving him the potions. “Before you run out tell me, so I can brew more.”

“Thank you, I greatly appreciate this.” Draco nodded stowing the potions away. “Hello Jade.” He rose to greet his friend.

“Draco, it’s good to see you.” Jade took his hand looking him over “Severus has told me a little of what is going on, how are you feeling?” Jade asked clearly all business at the moment, male pregnancies were always high risked and morning sickness was not something that the men seemed to handle well.

“Not too bad, still a little queasy, but the potion works wonderfully.” Draco grinned. “How have you been this summer?” he asked.

“Oh Severus is working me to death, I wish you had been here maybe he would have picked on you instead!” Jade smirked “Did you manage that essay?”

“Half of it, you know how much I put into my essays and I haven’t had a moment to really research it.” Draco admitted softly as they found a seat. “Jade, this is my Mum and Father, and this is my husband Lord Voldamort.” He introduced them hearing the cough of his father.

Jade nodded to each other them “Lord and Lady Malfoy, it is a pleasure.” Turning to the Dark Lord he wondered how he could approach him. “Lord Voldamort.” He nodded sitting beside Severus. “I can’t truly say that it is a pleasure but welcome.”

Voldamort’s eyes flashed at Jades words “So you are a neutral, how did you come to know Severus?” he asked clearly not trusting Severus or him.

“The first time I meet Severus was at Hogwarts, I had arrived for my first year and Madam Popmfry called me in for my physical. That’s when they realized that I had some problems; Severus had been called because I needed several potions.” Jade reached for his drink wondering how to continue the changed form of his past.

“When I arrived Jade was fearful of just about everything, he wouldn’t talk, wouldn’t tell us why he was as hurt as he was, his magic was fully manifested and I could tell we were going to have problems.” Severus picked up pulling Jade close hoping to offer the comfort he needed though the contact. Pippen popped in at that moment to announce that supper was ready. “Why don’t we continue over supper?” Severus rose offering his hand to Jade as everyone stood. Moving to the dining room he picked up the story. “So, as I was saying, I took Jade in, I didn’t think that having him in the dorms was wise, if he became frightened someone could have been hurt.”

“As the year progressed I came to trust Severus with more than just my schooling. I told him about my family, about what was truly going on and that I didn’t want to go back.” Jade grinned realizing that Pippen and Merry were serving his favorite soup, spicy chicken tortilla, Draco was getting chicken noodle, waiting for his soup he continued. “When I finished my first year with Severus he realized that I was going to have to go back to my so called family.” He stopped realizing that he was not served the normal soup; he had been given the chicken noodle. “Merry!” he called pleased that she responded quickly. “Why am I being served different?” he asked.

“Merry knows that is Master favorite, but Master can’t have it!” she protested looking frightened at denying her Master.

“You deal with this…” Jade turned to Severus knowing that if he yelled the elf would more than likely burst into tears, she was sensitive where he was concerned.

“Bring Jade the soup!” Severus ordered softly setting his napkin down and glowering at the elf, he did not need this now!

“NO!” Merry protested stomping her foot “He can’t have it!”

Severus stood “If you’ll excuse me.” He nodded moving out not happy with his elf at the moment, but knowing that she would only refuse when something was wrong.

“The elves are in a mood.” Lucius hinted hoping to coax out what was going on.

“Yes, they get like this every now and again, and Severus has to put them right.” Jade nodded reaching for his wine; sipping it he realized it was non-alcoholic. Making a face he set it down and glared. “They are in a mood.” He agreed trying to find his focus again as his soup vanished and then reappeared with sour cream in the middle of it. *SEV!* He whined mentally, he hated sour cream *WHY?*

*Please, just eat it the best you can, I know you don’t like it but there is a reason and I will explain later* he soothed taking his seat.

“Problems Severus?” Voldamort asked looking smug.

“Nothing important,” Severus reassured “As Jade was saying we had to find a way to keep him away from his family, so I proposed bonding to him until he was old enough to be on his own.”

“Little did we know that we wouldn’t want to close the bond or how much we would come to care for each other,” Jade smiled softly as he picked at his soup. *I hate sour cream!* he fumed mentally to Severus hoping that no one else could hear him.

“So, you are apprenticed under Severus and Healer Blade?” Narcissa asked looking nervous but wanting to know that her son was going to be cared for and he would have the best care even if she didn’t approve of what Lucius had done.

Jade graced her with a smile as he set his spoon down, “Yes Ma’am, I love to learn, it’s my escape from the world some days. By the end of my second year Severus had taught me everything he could, I was doing things that most fully grown wizards hadn’t mastered, so, Severus suggested a duel apprenticeship, potions and healer. I love it. I have delivered ten babies this year alone.” Jade sipped his wine wishing he dared reach for Severus’ he needed something to steady him.

“I am glad that Draco will have someone to help him, male pregnancies are hard.” Narcissa whispered.

“I know, and I will be here, if allowed, and I know Draco has to have questions and I am more than willing and able to sit down and answer those questions.” He reassured Draco knowing that deep down he was afraid, hell who wouldn’t be.

“Thank you, I do have questions but they are not suited for the dinner table.” Draco agreed sipping his drink.

“I also have books; we’ll get you through this.” Jade reassured hoping that he was pissing Voldamort off.

“You seem strong; tell me have you heard of Harry Potter?” Voldamort asked putting his spoon down, watching the young man he couldn’t help but notice the similarities between them.

“Who hasn’t heard of him? I just wish we knew where the boy is, from what I hear his family has taken him out of the country but who knows if that is true or not.” Jade answered as they next course was served he was pleased that it was ham, roasted potatoes, buttered corn and a salad.

“Why do you wish to remain neutral?” Lucius asked clearly interested and clearly wanting to start a fight.

“I wish not to answer that.” Jade answered as he began to eat his meal, seeing the flash of anger in Lucius’ eyes he inwardly smirked, he hated that man at the moment.

“Why is that?” Voldamort asked watching Jade with cold eyes.

“Because the reasons why are not appropriate for the dinner table.” Jade responded not wanting to tell the bastard that he didn’t appreciate his Severus coming home unable to walk because of the pain, or unable to sleep because of the night mares. He didn’t want to tell him that he didn’t like the way that he treated his so called friends, or how it killed him every time Severus broke down. All in all he was afraid that he was going to tell the man that he was a cruel bastard and didn’t deserve to live.

“Jade doesn’t believe in our ways My Lord, and I do respect that, that is one reason why we have gotten on so well. He respects my choices and I respect his.” Severus interjected hoping to ease the situation that was growing tense.

Jade set his fork down and took a deep breath. “I can tell that you want me to argue, I can tell the Lord Malfoy wishes a fight. I do not. I hate fighting, I hate arguing, all in all I hate being in a position where someone forces information from me that I do not want to share. We are here because Draco is in a position where he is going to need protection and a healer. You seem to forget that he cannot go to Saint Mungos, if he does and claims he does not know the father a paternity spell will be done and then Draco will be carted off to Azkaban and the baby killed. If that is what you want then fine! If not, then we need to proceed with what Severus has planned, Draco needs to be allowed to return to Hogwarts under Severus and myself as our bond mate and we have to think of ways to ensure that the Ministry will not know who the Father of the child is until this war is over.” Jade said simply. Looking to Severus he could sense his slight apprehension.

“Silence!” Voldamort snarled at Lucius when it was clear he was about to say something that he probably shouldn’t have. “As much as I hate admit it, the child has a point.” He said coldly. “There will be rules….”

“Of course, but you will also have to understand that is we are going to pull this off there will be things we may have to do in public, such as hand holding.” Jade added reaching for his wine again *I hate non -alcoholic wine!* he fumed to Severus.

“Why don’t we finish supper, then we can adjourn to the sitting room and talk about this further.” Severus suggested hoping that they could halt this conversation for now, he could sense that Jade was truly trying to come forward and if that happened they would all be in trouble.

“Very well….” Voldamort watched Draco a moment before picking up his fork again he had to admit that his young husband was going to make strong children.

Draco slowly ate his meal wondering if it was possible to start a conversation without any trouble or arguing ensuing. Looking over to Jade he grinned “So you think that Slytherin will stand a chance this year?”

Jade smirked “Maybe, the biggest threat is the Lions and they lost their Captain to graduation, I haven’t heard who they were going to put in his place, but no one was as good as him.”

“I hope not, we need a win this year, it will be interesting watching instead of playing but I know who I want to put in to replace me.” Draco said sure of himself and his choice.

“Maybe you can still help Captain with your feet on the ground.” Jade smirked knowing that Draco would enjoy it.

“I don’t think I would want to, even on the ground it would be too much of a risk, bludgers don’t care if you are on a broom or not if you are on the field you are fair game.” Draco pointed out realizing that he was full. Pushing his plate to the middle of the table to signal he was done he picked up his drink.

“Good point, one reason why I suggested the shield charms over the bench for benched players.” Jade nodded as he pushed his plate forward. Reaching for his wine he watched Lucius and Narcissa a moment, he could see the bags under Narcissa’s eyes and he saw just how tired she looked and he wondered if she was feeling alright *Severus, she doesn’t look well.* he sent a little worried as he glanced at the Dark Lord who was scowling as he pushed his plate forward.

“Why don’t we adjourn to the sitting room for afters.” Severus suggested pleased when everyone stood.

Voldamort stood and offered his hand to Draco but he was not pleased when Draco didn’t take his offered hand. “Draco?” he scowled offering his hand again.

Draco knew that if he didn’t take it there would be problems, standing he reached for his husbands hand only to feel a wave of dizziness as he stood. Feeling someone keep him on his feet he heard a mummer of voices as a bottle was pressed to his lips. “Damn…” he hissed trying to gain his baring’s. “What the hell?”

“One common effect of pregnancy you need to stand slowly, you stand to fast and you may hit the floor.” Jade explained not letting him go until he knew that eh dizziness had passed. “It will get better.” He grinned as Draco took the Dark Lords hand.

“I hope so.” Draco grumbled as they moved into the sitting room finding a comfortable seat near the fire. He sighed softly as he thought about the challenges that he was facing. *I’m scared Severus.* He sent softly praying that no one else could hear him.

*I know, so is Jade* Severus whispered mentally back as the talk of rules began. Severus watched the conversation as his elves served the afters, one thing was certain he had to get Jade alone and see if his elf was right, if she was they were in for more hell than they wanted.

END!

Draco sighed “that day was horrible yet, wonderful because I finally got what I wanted, Severus and Harry, but I was stuck barring a child by him.” He whispered. “I never did ask Severus why did your elf refuse to serve the soup?”

Severus chuckled remembering “Because that was the day we found out Harry was expecting.” he grinned.

Toddy grinned “So you and Harry were expecting at the same time?”

“Yes, it was nice because he was there with me but terrifying because of the Dark Lord and my Father.” Draco sighed. “I also was conflicted, I hated the baby, I didn’t want it at first….”

“That would be a normal reaction Draco, anyone in your position would have felt the same, and that is nothing to be ashamed of.” Toddy reassured softly.

“I’ve told him that so many times….” Harry grumbled cracking one eye open looking around the room.

“You had us worried sick!” Draco brushed his hair back.

“I was just sleeping…”

“Three hours longer than you should have.” Severus interjected pleased though that he looked better. “We were talking about the day we found out Draco and you were pregnant.”

“Day from hell, Jade wanted to kill Lucius and that Bastard.” Harry whispered as he slowly sat up with the help of his midwife. “Am I alright?”

“You seem to be, your magic seems to have taken care of it.” She grinned handing him a drink. “I want you to take it easy today.”

“I will, as I was saying I hated that day, because I was so angry that Draco was put into that position without his consent.” Harry whispered leaning on Draco.

“What did the Dark Lord demand of you?” Toddy asked watching the pair.

“Everything, and then some.” Draco sighed feeling drained, his secret was finally out and he prayed that everything would work out.

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