The Alpha Dynasty (Sequel to MARKED FOR DESTINY) (Book 2 of 2)

9. Happiness Shared

Lucius and the house elves were especially happy and they were beaming from ear to ear.  Glad that he was going to become a grandfather, and even more so that he had been awarded the opportunity to be able to be a part of it.  Life was indeed very kind to him, much kinder than his first attempt at it.  He walked over to Harry where he was seen talking with Blaise, and asked if he could have a private word.

They were standing in a corner of the lounge, and Harry raised a brow, wondering what had the man so troubled.  But it seemed, that it was not trouble on his mind, but a deep sense of pride.  "You and Draco have made me very happy today Harry.  I cannot tell you how much", he started.  

"Thank you Lucius.  Although I must admit, I am overwhelmed myself, but in a good way", he answered with a smile. 

That alone made Lucius happy.  He remembered when his wife had told him that she was pregnant with Draco, it had been one hell of a beautiful day.  No one could have changed his mood, no matter how hard they tried.  His heart had been ready to burst at the news, so he understood all too well what Harry was going through.  And it was nice being cozy, here at the Manor, where only a handful could enjoy the moment with the two very important men.

But he knew that it wasn't going to last long.  Harry couldn't afford to have people find out about this in some form of gossip.  And the wizarding world loved gossip.  Especially if it was about Harry Potter.  Even if he was the Alpha.  So Lucius told him what he thought would be a good idea, and was quite surprised to find that Harry agreed with him.

"You have to go to the Daily Prophet to announce this.  The world has a right to know, and hearing it coming from your lips will only make them respect your word more", he said.  Lucius was not a politician anymore, but he knew the repercussions of trying to fix something, other than making it your own in the first place.  Harry nodded his agreement, and said that as soon as he had told his guards, he would make an appointment with them.

"The safety of Draco, especially now, is important.  I do not want anyone infringing on that.  Our privacy, and more importantly his privacy, needs to be respected.  From everyone", he replied.  Lucius agreed with him, and said that he had his Lieutenants to lean on and even more so himself and Severus, to which Harry shook his hand in a show of thanking him.

He looked up and saw Draco across the room talking to all the ladies.  [Gods you are so beautiful] he whispered, making Draco look back at him.  Harry then winked at him, with his earring swaying at the movement of his head.  But Pansy had seen the interaction, and grabbed Draco's hand.  "No Harry Potter.  You have him every day, today he is ours", she said in a manner meant for teasing.

Harry laughed out loud at that.  He loved her and the way she was so protective of his husband.  He raised his glass at her, to tell her that she could have him, if only for a minute.  He wanted him back, and soon.  She stuck her tongue out at him, making him laugh even louder.  Draco loved the fact that they were getting on so well, thanking all the gods that the Nature Wizard had seen something in Harry all those months ago.  

Harry turned his attention to Narcissa, who was still wiping tears from her eyes.  It seemed that she had no words, and felt a tug at his heart.  One by one, the house elves went up to him, to tell him of their devotion to him and to Draco, and now to their babies.  If they ever needed anything, anything at all, to please ask.  They would love to be of service to Draco during his pregnancy, and Harry was blown away by the offer.

He knelt down to talk to them, and when he did, it was as if a gentle breeze had blown across the room of the lounge, making everyone look at them.  Harry had his back to the guests, so he saw none of this.  With the breeze still blowing, and not even knowing that he was causing it, he spoke to the elves with love and sincerity.

Knowing that Draco could hear every word, and feel all his emotions.

"Thank you Guppy.  I will forward your message onto him.  Draco and I are both going to need all of you very soon.  However, I am sure that before too long, he will be quite insulting to some of you, and even to me, but rest assured, he won't mean a word of it.  All right?" he said kindly.  They nodded their heads and thanked him again.  Then they left and made their way back towards the kitchens. 

"I will do no such thing Potter", sneered Draco.  Harry had stayed kneeling and as he rose up, he was laughing inside, knowing exactly that Draco would be every bit of insulting as he could be.  And he loved him more for it.  "Hahaha, that's Malfoy-Potter thank you", he laughed out loud this time.  "Of course you won't love", he chuckled.  Draco smiled at him, knowing that yes, he would probably be pulling his own hair out by the end of the pregnancy.

Harry sobered up and told Draco that he had to call for his guards to let them know, and then they had to contact the Daily Prophet.  A good headline hadn't been seen in ages, so this news would probably have the world reeling.  He nodded and said he would join him outside.  Everyone would.

When they made their way outside, Harry shaped his lips and gave out his famous whistle, to call for Septys and Azura.  The men in his Inner Circle had been asked to call for their guards as well, and when they were all on the lawn of the Manor, Harry and Draco approached them alone, and in slow motion.  It was exciting to see him do it once again, because the last time they had seen it, had been at their wedding.

The way their strides looked long and graceful, and their hair waving slow as if under water.  Even their guards looked mesmerized at the movement, and were standing in a semi circle ready to pay homage to whatever their Alpha would say to them.  The men stopped walking, and stood in front of the animals, with Harry kissing the back of Draco's hand in a show of love. 

"Thank you for coming.  The Omega and I have news for you.  Take this news and tell everyone in the animal kingdom.  And bring any indifference to my attention immediately.  Is that understood?"

The guards all gave their approval, and waited patiently for what was going to be said.  With Harry still holding onto Draco's hand, they knelt down together as one, on one knee in front of all the animals.  The animals in turn bowed down to them, and awaited the new knowledge that only the Alpha could tell them.  Lifting his head with pride, Harry spoke with authority.

"My Omega is pregnant with twins.  Keep them safe always.  They are the future of the Alpha Dynasty".

And with that, he and Draco stood up, kissed their own fingers, and raised their hands in a salute to their guards.  The guards had heard the call, and were ecstatic for the pair.  They each bowed their heads again, telling the Alpha and the Omega that they would do everything in their power to do what was asked.  No harm would ever come to them.  And it was Septys who answered for all of them.

Alpha, congratulations to you and your Omega.  We will guard you both with our lives.  We will live for you and die for you.  For two is one, and one is none.

Still moving in slow motion, Harry thanked them, and they both started their walk back towards the Manor where the others were standing and watching them.  While the guards, with a rainbow of colors, each shifted, and opening their wings wide, made their way towards the skies, to go and deliver the very special news to all four corners of the animal kingdom.