Enigums

Gellert is his own enemy 

It's Harry's second birthday. He still asks about his parents sometimes but less so than before. Whenever Harry started crying about his parents, Severus was the one who was able to sooth him. Narcissa is making sure everything is set for Harry's party. It's a small gathering with all their family and friends. They came together yesterday to celebrate Neville's birthday, Frank and Alice are slowly healing. Severus has been working on a nerve regeneration potion but he hasn't perfected it yet. She checks on Harry who is still napping, Sirius wore him out earlier.

The doorbell rings, she goes to see who it is. They still have an hour before the party starts. She opens the door and lets Regulus in. "Everything alright?" He shakes his head, "Albus plans on visiting The Grangers. He has a device that tells him when a muggle born witch or wizard is born. We know that he groomed her to be Minister before. We just never knew he knew about her this early on." Narcissa looks at the sleeping dog, "Sirius will be furious if Albus does something to her or her parents.." Regulus looks at his brother's dog form, "Their house is protected. But just be safe, we moved up the date. Ted and Gellert are on their way to speak to them now. If we are lucky, they will reside here when Albus decides to pay them a visit. Dobby will remove the magic from the device. He won't be notified anymore." He checks his watch, "I will come back later. Just wanted to let you know."

The party is in full swing, Narcissa is talking to Jean Granger, "I am glad you decided to believe us." Jean looks around, "This is a lot to take in. You just showed us another world we never knew existed." Narcissa sips her tea and studies the woman. They decided to tell them everything later and she hopes they can take the truth. They had a few people who couldn't and they had to erase their memories. David Granger is talking to Kim, "You are like me, right?" She nods, "Yes. I am a muggle but my cousin is a squib. He works for the American Ministry. I saw a witch use magic to save a child. They were going to erase my memory, but Gina and my cousin convinced them to offer me a job instead. They are all nice people once you get to know them."

Her gaze catches Regulus and she looks away. David chuckles, looks like someone has a crush. Regulus walks over to them, "Kim, glad you could make it. Dora will be happy to see you." Kim nods, "I was surprised when I got an invitation since I am not family." Ted joins them, "But you are our friend. And I am sure Reggie here likes having someone around his age around." Reggie blushes when Ted claps him in the back. Ted and David leave the two. Both don't know what to say. Kim sees Gina, "I will.. I will go talk to Gina. Nice seeing you." Reggie groans, why is it so difficult to talk to girls he likes?

Remus joins him, "Ask her out. You clearly like each other." Reggie mumbles, "I don't know how?" Remus chuckles, "Go to her, ask to speak to her alone and ask her out for coffee." Reggie looks down at his shoes, "What if she says no?" Remus squeezes his shoulder, "At least you tried." They both look at Tom and Gellert who are looking at each other when the other is not looking. Kim comes back, her chin held high, "Regulus, do you want to go on a coffee date with me?" Regulus opens and closes his mouth a few times, Remus claps him on the back. Reggie squeaks, "Yes." He clears his throat, "Yes, I'd like that." Kim hands him a note, "Meet me there in three days." Reggie looks at the note, he looks at Remus, "I have a date." Remus laughs, "Yes you do." Remus is happy for him, he looks over to Draco who is playing with Luna. He can't wait for Draco to be old enough so that they can go on dates.

Harry had so much fun. He made a new friend, Hermione. He got new toys and he ate cake. He looks around and sees his Sev. He runs over to him and climbs into his lap and yawns. Severus chuckles, "Tired?" Harry nods and buries himself into Sev's chest. He feels warm and safe. He lets out a long sigh, "Read me a story, please." Severus holds him tight, "Of course. How about you get ready for bed and I will be up shortly." Harry nods and calls Dobby.

Severus enters Harry bedroom, he is already under the covers. Severus picks up the book and starts to read. When he is halfway through he sees that Harry has fallen asleep. He puts the book down, leans down and kisses Harry's forehead. Harry mumbles, "Love you Sev." Severus turns off the light, "Love you too, Hadrian." He leaves the bedroom and runs into Remus, "Draco wanted a bedtime story too?" Remus nods and they make their way to the study where The Grangers are waiting.