Black-and-white - life is beautiful (Translation)

34. Very special howler

Done, Harry lay down in bed and switched on his flare. Since he was pregnant, his fear of the dark had worsened enormously. He could not sleep without light. Not even Severus' nearness helped against his panic. no one knew if this was due to his hormones or an animal fear for the unborn child. They just took it. Anything else they could not do anyway.
Satisfied, the prospective healer's gaze slid down to the shell-slug, which, as always, stood on its dessert.
Carefully, arms wrapped around him and pulled him back a little.
"Tired?" Severus whispered to the young man's ear.
"And how. I still hate New Year's Eve, but the kids love this bike, "he grumbled.
severus smirked and carefully stroked his husband's sensitive ears.

New Year's Eve has always been celebrated for years in one of the properties of her jumbled family. This tradition had become natural after the war. Last year they were all at the Malfoys and the year before with the Zabinis. The Fuchsbau and Albus' and Nics house were already on it. That way it never got boring.
This year, they had spent the New Year at Rose Manor. Of course that was a wonderful adventure for the children. Even though it was winter, there were still enough plants that grew even at this time of the year. Add to that the volcano and the many animals. if one then took the many guests who were invited, nothing could stand in the way of a wild party. Even the goblins celebrated every year, even though New Year's Eve hated more than Harry did.
Of course they had spoken some spells that did not let the noise of the missiles outrage. Because unfortunately the twins had to exaggerate it like every year. Luckily it did not stink but it was still uncomfortable. At least for everyone who had a better ear.

"I'll turn those two into eggheads if they do that again. Our little one was scared, "Harry grumbled.
"Certainly not, we've spelled enough spells on the shell snail to keep it quiet inside. presumably our little one has only seen many colors through the shell, if at all. "
"I hope you are right. Can not we get rid of this stupid holiday? My ears are still ringing. "
Severus gently kissed his disgruntled man's neck.
"Just think what fun Serena Abraxas and Sana had. Not to mention Teddy and Rolo. "
"Which is the only reason why I do not witch this red plague on a cactus."
"That and the fact that Neville and Luna should not be thrilled if you do that," Severus grinned.
"Whose side are you on?"
"Of course on yours, but sometimes you have to protect yourself from yourself. Now let us sleep, the bullies will certainly keep us busy tomorrow. "
"Definitely, but I want another kiss."
Again, Severus smiled. For several days, Harry was increasingly demanding physical closeness. Poppy said that in pregnant women is normal, the hormones would provide for increased sex drive. As if he did not know that himself, he was not completely unaware either. So Harry got his kiss before they cuddled together and soon fell asleep. this day had really had it all.

With a bang, the door flew open and someone stormed into the room.
Years of spying turned Severus' body immediately on autopilot. With lightning speed he reached for his wand, jumped out of bed and faced the attacker. he would protect his family at any cost. Beside him, he could see Harry, who had thrown himself in front of the shell slug. He also held his wand, but had also claws and wings extended and hissed scary. The message was clear: Do not come too close to my child or you will die.
All this seemed to the intruder but do not care, he chattered immediately. Unfortunately, you could not understand a word. and slowly, the veil of panic in Severus and Harry cleared again and they could see who had entered her bedroom.

"BLACK!" Severus hissed.
"Quick, Remus, boy, right away, I do not know what to do. Come on!"
The Potions Master rubbed his forehead annoyed. That way, they would not get ahead. He raised the wand again and spoke a spell that had not soaked his opponent but had the same effect as cold water.
Sirius shook his head briefly and glared at the man in front of him, but then caught himself again.
"Thanks, I probably needed that. Harry, you absolutely have to come, Remus has started his contractions, "he babbled on immediately.
only at the words did the vampire father relax again. He nodded and got out of bed to put on his pants. He had slept in only one of Severus' shirts for years. Then he grabbed his doctor's bag. He did not stop listening to the hysterical orders.
"Sev, are you taking care of our little one?"
"Of course," Severus quickly grabbed the shell snail and followed his husband.
He too was dressed now. There was still a very nervous Sirius at the door.
"So hurry. It is two weeks too early. what could have gone wrong? "
"Calm down, Siri, nothing went wrong. You can not quite accurately calculate a birth date, even with magic. You also get quadruplets. Do you really think the little ones are sticking to the appointment just because we would like it that way? Let one be told, children come when they want, not when it suits us best. Believe me, I've been there with enough births to know that. "
"But only with centaurs and other magical creatures," Sirius whined.
"And what do you think is your husband," muttered Severus.
"Correctly. Incidentally, I have also helped with human birth. Some students simply can not prevent, "Harry smiled.
The Minister was far from satisfied, despite the calming words of the two Snapes. on the contrary, he always invented new catastrophes that could happen.
"Black, shut up, Harry knows what he's doing. Plus, you'll wake up the whole house if you go on like this, "Severus scolded.
"He already has," Narcissa muttered.
When Severus looked up, he realized that, except for the children, all the adults stood in the hall, looking over at them, tired and tired. He actually never wanted to know exactly what certain people wore to sleep or just did not wear.
"Can we help?", Asks Luna.
"Not yet, but if Sirius gets on my nerves too much then I'll kick him out. Otherwise, please stay outside until I say something else. Sev, you too, "Harry said dryly.
Of course, Sirius cussed immediately but that did not matter to the healer.