Harry Potter - Series Fan Fiction ❯ Exotic ❯ Chapter 06 ( Chapter 6 )

Well for all who wondered, I don't have the slightest idea how the relationship between Sirius and Regulus went, in the original books at least. In my story, please remember its AU and the characters and storyline will not be the same as the books, I just thought that they (for reasons I'll explain in this chappie) did not have the best brotherly relationship. So they were separated later on. But I think even if they had their differences, when somebody you were once close to dies, you just can't be cold about it. Especially if you grew up with them. I don't have any siblings, but I can imagine how protective a big brother could feel about the younger one.

And I needed a reason why Sirius told them who he was. Well, you'll see.

 

Since one of you already guessed Harry will be called kitten, and yes, it's because of his animagus form. More will not be revealed at this point.

 

Disclaimer: I still do not own a god damned thing. ^_^`` Sad, isn't it?

 

 

Exotic

Chapter 06

Sleepy silver eyes opened to be greeted by soft waves of golden and black silk. Lucius blinked sleepily and surveyed his surroundings. Looking slightly down he saw his son's sleeping form, tightly cuddled between him and his spouse, who was in the progress of waking as well.

 

Raising his head slightly he could the his pets snuggling behind Severus with their little one as well. He couldn't help but smile at the sight. Meeting Severus questioning gaze he murmured: “It's an invasion, it seems.” Sev raised an eyebrow, but as took in his godsons face his expression turned into a tender smile.

 

Lucius took in his little family and a thought hit him. “Sev, its decided.” He met the eyes of his puzzled mate. “I want another one.” He stroked tenderly through silky blond hair.

 

Severus eyed him and muttered dryly. “If you think I'll be the one swallowing the fertility potion, you are sadly mistaken. If you want to raise another spoiled brat you'll have to be the one with the morning sickness.”

 

Lucius frowned at that. Then a thought hit him and a evil grin formed one his handsome face. Peering over to the sleeping pets he whispered. “I don't think so. Don't you want to have a little Snapeling around, one to carry on your name and you legacy? I can already see him, your hair and eyes, and hopefully the temper of your lamb in wolf's disguise.”

 

Sev turned slightly and threw a contemplating look at the sleeping brunette. “Hm. But does that mean that there will be another Malfoy- Black mix running around. I thought the times of torture were over.”

 

With a frown Lucius shoved his snarky spouse lightly for his insolence. As he was about to retaliate he got another shove in the back from a disgruntled Sirius, who had been disturbed in his sleep. His mood changed when he noticed who was cuddling with him, and he proceeded to smother his little godson and his lover with tender kisses until they were awake enough to protest.

 

This ultimately lead to Draco's awakening who threw a sleepy gaze at the giggling pets. He usually did not take kindly to being awoken when he slept so soundly. But since it was Harry's happy laughter that woke him, he decided not to retaliate in his usual fashion. Another look at Sev's disgruntled expression when he was hit in the back several times due to their pet's antics.

 

“Quit it already!” Severus had just decided that everything that would mellow Sirius temper was just welcome with him. Lucius could start his little family for all he cared.

 

The pets seemed to notice their masters just now, and with a gleeful giggle, Harry threw himself at Draco, completely ignoring Severus' presence. Draco returned the sentiment and started to tickle his little one with enthusiasm. Both boys ignored the poor potions master on whose body most of the fight took place. It didn't really help that Sirius thought he could just join the fun and make Sev lighten up a little. Who knew potion masters could be ticklish.

 

With a sigh Lucius got up and plucked his son off of his disgruntled spouse, leaving a pouting Harry behind. Sirius sobered up quickly, remembering how exactly he got here. There would be some explaining to do. Remus on the other hand silenced the complaining potions master, with a tender kiss and a smile.

 

Lucius coughed slightly to hide his amusement, and spoke up: “I think that we better go to the library, our pets seem to have some explaining to do, it seems.”

 

 

 

 

Sirius rubbed his sweaty hands together, trying to calm himself down. He could feel Remus' comforting heat next to him, and he could hear Harry giggling softly, as he got comfortable with Draco on the loveseat. Opposite to him were his masters, both looking proud and aristocratic in their own way. Like he would have, had he stayed home.

 

Feeling Remus hand intervine with his he cleared his throat and began. “Well, I guess I should start with the obvious. I am Sirius Black, and probably the only Black left except for Draco here.” He threw a look at the two youngsters, who listened to him with wrapped attention.

 

“As you know my cousin Bellatrix and her husband Rudolphus Lestrange were leading one of the parties in the war, the Purists.” Turning his eyes on Harry he explained. “You don't know much about what happened during those years, because Remus and I tried to shield you from the truth as long as possible. The wizarding world was divided into two major groups. They called themselves the Light and the Dark Side. The Light was lead by Albus Dumbledore, a much respected old wizard, who stood for the integration of Muggles into society, and a possible outing to the Muggle world. The Dark Lord Voldemort on the other side stood for protection of the old traditions, ruling of the wizarding nobility and keeping as all a secret to the muggles. Many bad things happened, but both sides had a certain code of honour they never dared to break. Rape, murder of children and innocent civilians were frowned upon. Even the dark wizard never broke these rules, they were part of the old traditions of warfare after all. It was also a necessity, since the wizarding population was never high in numbers. If we didn't stick to it we would have been wiped out a long time ago.

 

“So, after many battles there was hardly any progress, at least in the minds of some dark wizards and witches. These people thought of themselves so highly, being Purebloods and all, that they considered themselves above all these rules. The split from the Dark Lord and called themselves the Purists. In my opinion that due to inbred insanity, but since my family participated happily, who am I to talk. Lestrange was the head of it, but knowing my cousin it was probably her who had the control.”

 

Sighing deeply Sirius looked at Remus inquisitive. After receiving a nod he continued.

“I had separated myself from my family a long time ago. I just couldn't breath in an environment like that. I was sorted into Griffindor instead of Slytherin at school, constantly defied them, where my brother did everything to gain my parent's approval. We were fighting a lot, and when I finished school I was dead to them. When the war started, my friends and I tried to stay neutral. We couldn't decide which side to choose. We couldn't believe in everything Dumbledore said, and the Death Eaters were a too radical for our tastes. We founded a village, pretty closed off from the rest of the world. Anybody who was looking for a shelter was welcome. And there Lily and James started their family, with you Harry.”

 

He looked into his godson's sad eyes. ”They only wanted to raise you in peace. I tried to get Regulus to join us, but he was too wrapped up, too involved to see what danger he got himself into.”

 

Sirius eyes misted again. “If only he had listened.”

 

Silence took over the room, until Lucius softly inquired. “What happened then?”

 

Taking a look at his mourning partner, Remus spoke up. “There was a traitor amongst us. When Rudolphus began his reign of terror, a friend of ours got mixed up in some shady business. We'll never know how or why, but he became a tool to the Purists. They tried to get the purebloods of our community to join them. James was the last Potter, and therefore very pure and very rich. I don't know how they could think that he would even consider giving up is muggle born wife and half- blood child, knowing they would be killed. In the end, they tried to be smart, eradicate all of their opposition in one strike. Peter, that was our traitorous friend, did all the dirty work. He made Dumbledore and Voldemort both believe the Maurauders were about to take a side. And both went there with their armies to sway us and to fight the others. The Purists made sure the situation escalated, and in the end Godric's Hollow was destroyed. Many died in the crossfire, including your parents Harry.”

 

Harry nodded sadly. He knew about the rat. How his parents died. He also knew that this was the first and the last grand battle between Dumbledore and Voldemort. The reason for the truce between the sides, which later on lead to a peace treaty. And that mainly because of the horrors seen at Godrics Hollow. But it didn't take the pain away. Gratefully he leaned back into Draco's comforting embrace.

 

Sirius looked sadly at his godson, and than at Lucius. “I didn't know what happened to Reg. How … did he … die?”

 

Exchanging a wary glance with Severus, he answered. “We don't know much about it, at least not all the details. According to rumours he was first invited than threatened to join the Purists. They wanted the Black family to join them. He refused, claiming that he was not the head of the family, and that he would only join them when the head of the family ordered him to do so. Bellatrix was always a bit insane, and she didn't cope well with rejection it seems. Maybe she hoped to inherit the fortune of her family. After all you were considered dead, Sirius, and books such as the one you found in my library are more than just rare. It was the beginning of the end. When there is one thing pure bloods don't like, than it is to be controlled and threatened. Seeing what Bellatrix and Rulophus were capable of when defied, they quickly decided to redirect their loyalties. In the end, the joint forces of Light and Dark were strong enough to overcome the Purists. I hope it is some sort of consolation for you, at least a little bit.”

 

Lucius had gotten up during his speech and had sat down next to Sirius. Cupping his cheek tenderly, he watched the expression in the other's eyes. Sirius was startled by the tenderness and warmth present in the eyes of his master. Until now their encounters had always been somewhat rough, a constant battle for dominance which he usually lost. Maybe there was more to Lucius than his high and mighty attitude.

 

Sirius made a decision. He couldn't seem to gather the strength to think of escape and fights anymore. He might not submit completely, but he decided to be a bit more open to this new life. He would watch and see how this would turn out. If Remus and Harry were safe and happy he would sit still, and maybe try to find some of that happiness for himself as well. If not, well, his new attitude would hopefully ease their masters watchfulness, and if they did something bad, they would regret it.

 

With a soft yet sad smile on his lips he lowered his head on a powerful shoulder, inhaling the heady scent that always wafted around the older Malfoy. Yes he could feel safe here.

 

Remus watched his partner in astonishment. Who would have guessed…

 

Noticing Severus gesturing for him to come closer, he got up and joined the Potions Master on the seat. He quickly found himself seated on the other man's lap, his whole body cradled close. A hot mouth softly kissed his ear, whispering. “And what would your name be, lovely?”

 

Remus shuddered and squirmed slightly. “Remus. Remus Lupin.” He answered breathily.