What I Want | Draco Malfoy

Chapter Twenty Eight: Welcome Home

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Lennon wasn't sure if she would ever fully be able to walk the same. The healers did all they could, but she still had a small limp to her step. As she was finally discharged to go home, she was pleasantly surprised when a lot of friends greeted her with a 'welcome home' party. It also ended up becoming a 'Congratulations' party when everyone finally saw the ring on Lennon's left hand. It couldn't be missed if they tried. It had a brightness about it, and sometimes Lennon would swear it sparkled and shimmered with a sense of magic about it. "I'm so proud of you," Molly Weasley pulled Lennon into a deep hug. Lennon had grown so much since she first met Molly, and even though she wasn't marrying into the Weasley family; Lennon knew she would always belong amongst them. Hermione was the next to pull her into a hug, her bump now making her waddle wherever she went. Draco noticed Charlie standing in the back of the party, so as Lennon mingled with the girls he made an effort to go talk to him. "Congratulations, Draco." Charlie spoke first when he noticed the blonde walking towards him. "I have a lot to thank you for," Draco smiled and held his hand out for Charlie to shake. "You've managed to gain my respect." Charlie shook Draco's hand as Harry walked over. "Mine to. I want to offer you a position on my team." The words from Harry's lips shocked Draco as he turned towards him. "What?" Draco was baffled, could he work along side Potter? "That's wonderful!" Lennon gasped, overhearing the conversation. "What about our shop?" Draco looked at her, worried to leave her alone in the shop. "I'd be more than happy to find some help. This is a great opportunity for you." Lennon smiled at Draco and Harry. Draco nodded at Harry and shook his hand, "Looks like we are partners."

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Things eventually fell back into place, but little things sent Lennon into relapses. When the memories appeared in her brain, she would freeze. Those watching could see pain flood her face and her hand would always reach right below her collarbone. When the flashback disappeared, she would be left in a confused state—taking a few seconds to remember where she was. It worried Draco endlessly, and eventually Hermione left the ministry to work along side Lennon in the shop. The bigger she became in her pregnancy, the easier it was for her to sit in a chair and run the register. She also knew how to help when Lennon would have her flashbacks, so it helped Draco feel at ease while at the Ministry. Ron also felt better knowing Lennon would be there to help if Hermione went into early labor. Things weren't perfect, but it was all Lennon could ever want.

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