Healing, Hugs, and Hunts

Harry, Draco, and Circles new home: Nevarah

Harry, Draco, and their new Bonded looked around at the property that Bill had prepared for them all in the last few years. It was magnificent, he had accounted for all elements knowing that Harry would most likely have a circle with many different types of Dragels.

"This is another of my courting gifts to you and Theo, Trouble. I did this all with the help of the Prewitts as well as Ilsa and her circle," Bill told them all as they stared in awe at the property.

The property itself was a small island connected to the main shoreline by a bridge. It was a property in a 'no man's land' between the Earth and Fire courts. There were many large trees with ponds and sunstones throughout the property. There was a large open area that Bill had left clear so that their Gheyo would be able to make their own training grounds. The property that they owned was the island itself and many miles onto the land and out into the Merrow Waters. Bill had made sure to cover everything.

The home was very large, big enough for both circles and for family to stay when they visit. It was built partially into the cliff face and extended down below the island into the waters. It had three main floors and three towers that rose up above the main floors. There were walls of windows and many balconies to accommodate any of their Air-bonded. There were also about three floors down into the waters and an area large enough for underwater training grounds as well.

There were areas around the island and home that also catered to storms and shadows. It was everything that they would ever need and then some.

"This home was also purchased and built with Draco in mind. I know how close the two of you are and Dragel twins tend to want to be close to each other. There are not many who bond into separate circles and live apart. So whether we ever merge our circles or not, Draco and his circle are welcome to live here forever if that is what everyone wants," Bill told them all.

Harry trilled happily and launched himself into Bill's arms, unseating Fawkes from his perch on his shoulder. The Phoenix flew off with a grumpy trill to fly over the property. Hedwig was close behind him to check things out for herself. Harry could tell from the feelings he was getting from everyone around them that they were all very satisfied and proud of their Alpha. He had done a very good job.

"Such a good, worthy Alpha," Harry purred into his ear. Bill tightened his arms around Harry and preened just a bit when he heard noises of agreement from the Dragel around them.

"You can all go and explore around obviously but just so you know, I did not furnish the house or get groceries. I did the bare minimum. I did not know when we would be coming here officially and I figured it would settle any Pareya we bonded and Draco if they got to do the honors," Bill added. There were noises of appreciation and Harry kissed him deeply.

"Well, what are we waiting for? Let's go check out everything and see what we need, then we can go shopping," Draco announced. He grabbed Fred and George with Fleur, Ethan, Oliver, Mistral, and Quinn following close behind. The Merrow all headed through the house and into the lower levels to see what they would need for their areas. They would get their things from Merrow cities.

"The third floor is also designated for the Gheyo's private quarters. I know that most Gheyo are particular about their space and most likely will want to furnish the floor to your specifications so just warn off the Pareya before they make it up that far. Also, there is a large clearing in that direction that I left clear so that you can put together your own training area," Bill informed the Gheyo that were not Merrow. Harry was still wrapped around Bill and was giving continuous purrs and trills of approval. Bill had thought of everything to settle the instincts of everyone in the circle.

"Why don't you, Theo, and I find a private place to seal our bonds while the others are busy exploring? I am very happy with you my Alpha and wish to show you just how much. I missed you while you were gone and my instincts are screaming at me that I need to close my bonds with the two of you," Harry once again purred in Bill's ear. Bill whistled for Theo who had just started to walk away.

"Did you need me to do something?" Theo asked. Harry mewled at him and Bill chuckled.

"Our little Troublemaker wants the three of us to hide away and seal our bonds properly. What say you, My Beta?" Bill asked in a low sultry tone. Theo had a light blush spread across his cheeks before he smiled and allowed Bill to throw an arm around his shoulders and pull him close.

"Like I would say no to that?" Theo stated as he was dragged off into the house. Bill led them to the resting room and then locked and warded the door. The three of them didn't come out of the room for almost two hours. When they did come out of the room the three of them had sealed and settled their bonds and exchanged scales. They went down to the sitting room and all just relaxed and cuddled. Some of the Pareya, Draco, and a few of the Gheyo had gone to town to make their purchases to furnish the house. Quinn, the rest of the Pareya, and a Gheyo escort were out shopping for groceries.

Sol came into the room and settled on the couch across from them.

"You did very well with the property and home. Did you build it or was it something that was already here?" Sol asked Bill. "From what I am gathering from Draco, I believe we will be making this our permanent home if you are truly ok with it."

"Of course, we are truly ok with it. I spent the first part of my life neglected and alone. I didn't even know Draco or the rest of my family until I was almost fifteen. I am close to my other siblings as well but the connection between Draco and I is different. We are connected in a way that I am not with Neville and Luna. Like right now I know that Draco is equal parts excited and annoyed. I can always feel him and being too far from him for too long always makes my chest ache. So as long as you all want to be here, we definitely want you here," Harry told the fire Alpha with certainty.

"It will take adjusting to for all of us, but we will work it out," Theo added. "This will make Draco and Harry happy to be together. Because of that, I know that we will all make it work." Harry pressed a kiss to Theo's cheek and purred happily between his Alpha and Beta. They were officially his now and it was almost too much to wrap his mind around. His Empathy was singing happily through all of his bonds.

"Do you have courting gifts for your new circle planned?" Bill asked. He knew that sometimes Alphas gathered and planned courting gifts, especially around the time of the hunt. He knew what he wanted to do, he just hadn't done it yet. He had been waiting to see what kind of people Harry was drawn to or what kind of Circle Harry was going to build so that his gifts could be personalized. Now he could just have a full set commissioned since they had all of their bonded because of the soul scream.

"I have a few ideas of what I want to do but no, I have not gotten anything yet. Why?" Sol asked.

"I think while the others are shopping to furnish the house and getting groceries we four could go and get courting gifts." Bill offered. Gifting their new circle with courting gifts while they waited to complete bonds would help to settle some instincts, especially for the Pareya.

"That sounds like a good idea we can do that," Sol answered. "What Gheyo stayed here? I am sure they would be unhappy if we ventured into town without one or two. While you three were busy Hadrian, Glyn, and Arashi made sure that everyone who left the house was accompanied by Gheyo. Glyn went with Alec and the other Merrow to get the things that they needed. Arashi went with Draco and the Pareya with a few other Gheyo. I believe that Hadrian and my King are still here that should be sufficient for just the four of us to go."

Harry closed his eyes and felt for his bond with Hadrian just like his Grandma Jun had told him about and tugged lightly. He made sure that he was gentle and pushed calm through the bond so that the Ace didn't think anything was wrong. His grandparents had told them stories about how Jun had caused panic sometimes when she had pulled too hard on her bonds without sending calmness and reassurance through the bonds at the same time. He could feel Hadrian respond.

"Hadrian is on his way," Harry announced with a smile.

"You are already very good at that, Princess," Theo told him and pressed a kiss to his cheek. Harry preened and trilled happily when Hadrian strode into the room.

"What can I do for you, Kitten?" Hadrian asked. Harry smiled, stood, and went into the Shadow Ace's arms.

"The four of us want to go to the shops so that Bill and Sol can purchase courting gifts for the circles. I was told that you and the other two Aces' stated that you don't want anyone leaving the house without at least a Gheyo or two. If you aren't busy do you want to go with us? Also, do you know where Sol's King is, so that they can go too?" Harry informed his Ace. Hadrian smirked and nuzzled his neck.

"Good Kitten. Yes, I will accompany you. I will go and grab Lyra and meet you four outside." Hadrian pressed a kiss to Harry's lips and then strode from the room.

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Ten minutes later Harry was walking through the shopping district of Nevarah with Sol, Bill, Theo, Hadrian, Lyra, and Kisten. He was currently tucked under Kisten's arm while the Gheyo pointed out different shops and what they sold and explained things about Nevarah to him. Harry was having the best time.

"Theodore? Is that you?" The group of seven stopped and turned just as a very flashy blonde Dragel came rushing forward. Hadrian and Bill stepped forward to keep the submissive from actually getting close enough to touch Theo. They had all sensed the immediate repulsion and annoyance that had flooded the bond when Theo had realized who was calling his name.

The blonde stopped short as if very confused as to why he was being denied access to the Beta. He peeked between the two Dragel blocking his path and smiled brightly.

"It is you, I thought so," Theo just looked a bit confused.

"I am so sorry. You must forgive me it has been many years since I was in Nevarah. You will have to remind me of your name," Theo stated very cordially. Harry could tell that he was doing it on purpose. The submissive looked offended before quickly smiling again.

"It's me, Yanek. We went to flight school together, among other things," The blonde stated.

"Oh yes, I remember now. Nose-dive Yanek. It has been a while," Theo commented off-handedly. Harry was surprised enough that he didn't have time to stop himself before he snorted. Kisten pinched his ear and Harry looked sheepishly up at his Fire Queen. The other submissive looked at him and barely managed to hide his sneer. Harry just smiled at him, he could feel the waves of irritation and superiority rolling off of Yanek.

"Yes well, I am much better at flying now than I was then. It feels like you inherited as an Alpha. I always knew you would," Yanek practically purred at Theo. Harry bristled. Theo was his. He pulled away from Kisten and tucked himself up against Theo, who wrapped his arm around him and pulled him in close.

"Actually, I am a Beta. This is my Alpha Bill, My Ace Blood Raven, My Queen Kisten," Theo indicated each of the men in turn. Then he smiled and looked down at Harry pressing a kiss to his forehead. "and this here is my Lovely Submissive." Harry could see and feel the excitement growing in the other Submissive as if Theo having these bonded was beneficial to him. All of that excitement turned to hate and irritation when Theo introduced Harry. It was as if the other man had been hoping that Theo was going to be his. Harry preened and pressed closer to Theo.

"Yes well, I must be going. I see my Pareya now. They are probably upset that I took off. I just hadn't seen you in years and thought to say hey. I hope to see you again soon." With that Yanek stormed off. Harry could feel the rage boiling and rolling off of him.

"He might be trouble for us, just so everyone is aware. I can literally feel his anger marching like ants across my skin. He wants Theo, he is very unhappy that Theo is bonded to me," Harry stated to the group. Theo pressed another kiss to his forehead.

"That is a problem for another time. Let's not let him ruin our day. We have a lot to be happy for," Bill stated. Harry chirped his agreement and the group continued on to the jewelry shop that Bill wanted to go to.

"I will make sure we keep an ear out for him just in case," Hadrian stated as they walked away. Kisten nodded his agreement. He had seen the gleam in the Submissive's eyes before he turned away. That wasn't the last they had heard from him.

Bill spoke to the jeweler about the ear cuffs that he had made for him before. He needed twenty-four made. He was going to replace the ones that he had already given to Harry and Theo so that they all matched. The earcuffs were solid gold and a little thick. He wanted a small jewel sliver for each circle member. He chose gems that would represent their elements. So the cuffs had one emerald to represent Harry, three red to represent the Fire bonded, three gold to represent the Earth bonded, five blue-grey to represent the Air bonded, four purple to represent the Storm bonded, three black to represent the Shadow bonded, and five teal to represent the Merrow bonded. He placed his order and then they waited while Sol decided what she was going to get.

Eventually, she decided on silver rings with the same concept as Bill only she didn't use gems she just had slashes of color to represent the bonded. She picked a pretty grey the exact shade of Draco's eyes for the singular color for him, five orange slashes for the Fire in their circle, four blue-grey for the Air bonded, and two purple for the Storm. They finished up and then spent a little more time walking around different shops. Everything was so busy and people were fluttering around everywhere. The Hunt was coming up quickly and everyone was preparing.

By the time Harry and the group made it back to the house, the others had already made it home. Quinn, Fleur, and Mistral were in the kitchen putting away the last of the groceries and starting on supper. Ethan, Oliver, Fred, George, and Draco were all fixing up the house. The sitting room was already more homey, it had throw pillows and rugs and pictures on the walls. They were currently putting the basics in rooms and such. Everything that was purchased for the rooms was charmed so that whoever claimed those rooms could change the colors and customize things to their personal liking.

Harry decided to help in the kitchen since he was actually pretty decent at cooking. Pretty soon everyone was sitting around the dinner table and enjoying a great meal. Harry was happily sitting between Bill and Hadrian looking around the table. Draco was chatting happily in French with Fleur while he was sitting between Sol and Fred. Everyone was filling each other's plates and getting to know each other better and Harry could not be happier. His empathy was singing and it was hard to keep it contained.

"You are vibrating in your chair, Kitten," Hadrian teased. Harry grinned up at him.

"I am just so happy. This is perfect. I want every day to end like this. I know logically it won't but it is a nice thought," Harry told his Shadow Ace. Hadrian ran his fingers through Harry's hair and pressed a kiss to his lips when Harry turned his face up to him.

"We can try for it as often as possible, Kitten. Dinner together isn't too much to ask for," Hadrian assured Harry.

"Thank you, My Ace," Harry purred at him. Ethan cleared his throat.

"Quinn says stop flirting with the handsome Ace and eat before he has to separate you both," Ethan said with a teasing laugh. Harry blushed and turned away.

"Yeah, sorry, I'll eat." Harry ducked his head and pushed his food around his plate a bit. Then he felt fingers card through his hair again and then fingers brushed against his cheek. At the same time, Hadrian caressed his upper arm. He felt both of them project calm through their bonds with him. He also felt Theo, Draco, Fred, George, and Blaise do the same thing. Harry smiled softly and then started to eat. The others went back to eating and talking like they had been. Harry loved his family.

After dinner, Harry saw Quinn and Ethan pull Bill and Theo out of the room to talk. He knew what it was about but he wasn't worried. His Alpha and Beta would be able to gently let his healer and Pareya know about his issues with food. Better for them to do it than for Harry to try and explain why food was a sensitive subject for him.

Harry snagged his Merrow Ace and his snarky Alec and pushed them down on the couch before snuggling up between them. He watched as Draco, Blaise, Fred, and George taught some of the others how to play Exploding Snap. Harry was honestly surprised that everyone was still up. He didn't think anyone had really been to sleep yet since the battle and the soulscreams.

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Twenty minutes later Harry was drifting in and out of sleep and watched as Draco yawned and crawled up on the couch his Alpha was sitting on and laid his head in her lap. Sol continued to watch the others and ran her fingers through Draco's hair. Harry must have finally fallen asleep because the next time he blinked his eyes open, Bill was carrying him to the resting room they had claimed for their circle. Draco's circle would be taking the resting room on the third floor. Ethan stepped up to Harry and did a switching spell and put Harry and Bill in pajamas.

"Thanks, Ethan," Harry murmured sleepily. Bill pressed a kiss to the Pareya's cheek and Ethan blushed looking a bit surprised. Bill and Harry both chuckled slightly and then Bill placed Harry in the center of the bed. Bill lay behind him and Theo settled on the other side of Bill. Harry trilled happily when Wikhn slipped into the bed in front of him and wrapped his arms around him tightly. Harry barely registered Quinn settling on the other side of Wikhn and the rest of his bonded settling down to sleep in other spots around the bed and room. His Merrow were missing so he assumed they were sleeping in the Merrow quarters downstairs. Some of his Gheyo were missing also so he assumed Hadrian, Glyn, and Arashi had already discussed patrols.

Harry fell asleep to the feeling of contentment and happiness from his bonded. Surprisingly Harry could even feel love coming from a few of his new circle. Life was looking to be so much better than it had ever been before.

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Lucius: Evanson-Malfoy Manor

Lucius sat back with a sigh in the sitting room of their home. They had purchased it over a decade ago when they had originally planned to move to Nevarah. It was a large manor home on an impressive piece of land that was butted up against the water. It had been chosen with their Merrow Bonded in mind. The home had apparently been put under a stasis of some sort and had been in really good shape when they had arrived.

Severus and Narcissa had simply needed to do a few cleaning spells and purchase food for the place to be livable. Well, that and they had needed to fix the few rooms that had been set up for their children. They had been set up for toddlers and babies and now their kids were Hunting age. Neville and Luna had wanted to simply transfer all of their things from their Peverell home.

Their circle had also agreed to house two teenagers whose parents had not wanted to come to Nevarah and had chosen to give up their rights to them. They had taken these specific kids because they would be able to help them. There was a Druid boy who was in Hufflepuff and an Air Pareya from Ravenclaw. Both had barely inherited this past summer and would be in need of Mentors.

"You look like you are thinking really hard, My Love," Lily said as she settled herself in Lucius' lap. James tossed himself down on the couch next to them and leaned against Lucius.

"Yeah, what has you so lost in thought?" their Beta asked quietly. Lucius moved around so that he could wrap an arm around both of them. Merlin, he had missed them so much and loved having them with him again finally. Their Triad bond was thrumming happily between them.

"I am just tired. Honestly, it has been one thing or another since our little green-eyed child came into his inheritance. Even now, we will not have much time to settle in and rest. There are things that need to be done. We need to see the Merrow about Laurent, prepare our children for The Hunt, settle our new additions into life here, find Sirius, and so many other things," Lucius counted off. Lily nuzzled his neck and pressed a gentle kiss to his collarbone.

"You're right, there are a lot of things to do, but there are enough of us that no one needs to concentrate on too much alone. We will all be back together again soon once we find Laurent and Sirius. I miss them both so much," Lily replied.

"Plus, we have family here that can help. The Evansons have been incredible and the Royals have agreed to send a message to the Peverells for us. They can help us settle into life here and prepare for all of the things that need to be taken care of. Like the trials for Tuny, Vernon, and Dudley," James added.

"We will take care of all of it one item at a time," Lily insisted. She stood up and held her hands out for both Lucius and James. "It's late now and today was exhausting. We were literally just fighting a war. I need to be held and reassured. Come to bed." James grinned and nipped Lucius' ear before he jumped up and threw Lily over his shoulder.

"Come on, Grumpy Alpha. Let's go find our room so we can smother our Lily-girl," James stated with a laugh. Lucius grumbled something under his breath about not being grumpy. Then he trailed off with something they didn't quite catch before he stood up.

"I don't think I heard that last part, Luc," Lily said with curiosity. Lucius could be serious often but this was a little different. He seemed sad.

"I said. I am not grumpy...I just don't know how I feel about Draco and Harry living separately from us already. While I am happy they have bonded to care for them, I already miss my sons. I didn't expect them to be gone on their own so soon," Lucius said reluctantly. James sat Lily on her feet and the two of them wrapped their arms around their Alpha. He would be the one to feel their absence more keenly of the three of them. He had spent the most time with them their bond was much stronger.

"It is normal to miss them. We will give them time to settle a bit and then we will make time to spend with them," James insisted. "Now, I believe we are all in need of a good cuddle tonight. Resting room with everyone or our private room?"

"Our room," Lucius answered and then the three of them headed off to indulge in the cuddles they clearly needed.

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Patil Twins: Kalzik Estate

Padma and Parvati Patil were nervous and grateful in equal parts. When their birthday came around in early August before sixth year, their entire family had been shocked when they had come into a Creature Inheritance. Apparently, there hadn't been an inherited creature in their family for many generations and it shouldn't have been possible. It had been suppressed and bred out of their family line many generations ago.

Their family had taken them straight to the Goblins for an inheritance test to find out what had happened. They learned within moments that the twins had inherited as Earth Dragel. Not only that but they were Submissive. Their parents had wanted them suppressed and when they had refused and had been promptly disowned. They had been given what was in their vaults and the Goblins put them up in the Leaky Cauldron until school started up again.

They had been more than grateful when the really nice Lady Kalzik had taken one look at the two of them and immediately offered to take them in when she learned they had been abandoned by their parents. The reason why had become more than obvious when they had been introduced to the Kalzik family. Surajini Kalzik and her circle had many many children and all but one daughter was a set of twins.

Padma and Parvati had never felt more at home. They had been shown to a room by an excited gaggle of girls and then been loaded up with more clothes than they knew what to do with. When the two of them had curled up in bed that night after more fussing and pampering than they had ever known, they had fallen asleep more comfortably than they had been since their birthday.

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Molly/Sadara: Prewitt Estate

"Arielle," Sadara gasped when she stepped into the room where she had been called by her Alpha. Tears sprang to her eyes, she had never thought to see her daughter again. Much less standing in her living room much less with the man she had left her family for as well as two children. She stepped forward and Molly did as well.

"Mama," Molly whispered with a look of fear on her face. "I...please, my family and I....we need..." Sadara stopped her by pulling her into her arms. She held her daughter tightly until she finally felt Molly wrap her arms around her in return.

"Whatever you need, Mollandria. If it is in my power to give it to you I will," Sadara assured her. She had long ago regretted the fact that her daughter had felt her only option was to run. She had just been so shocked at her choices and reacted badly when she should have been supportive. By the time she had tried to find her daughter, she had somehow become untraceable.

"A place to stay, Mama. Please. If you will allow it, We are moving home permanently and just need support until we can find our own way," Molly answered.

"Of course, you are welcome here for as long as you need. The Hunt is around the corner and finding a place of your own will be almost impossible. If you are uncomfortable staying here with us then we can put you and your family in one of our other properties that is still empty right now. Will that work?" Sadara asked and pulled away. She looked Molly over once more and then turned her attention to the other three in the room.

"Thank you, Mama. We will stay here with you for now and figure out the rest later. Thank you for allowing us to stay," Molly said with a smile. She had never in a million years thought her mother would actually welcome them so easily.

"You are more than welcome, my love. I have so much to make up for. I was so wrong for the way I treated you. I should never have made you choose," Sadara admitted. Then she grinned and waved her hand in the direction of the others. "Now introduce me to your family."

Molly introduced Arthur, Ron, and Ginny to her mother and sire. They were the only two in the room for now. She would worry about the others later. She told her mother about the suppressions and that she needed help getting them removed. Sadara had been shocked to learn what Molly had done and after a quick reprimand, they had moved on.

"So just the two children? The age doesn't seem right for Ronald. You were pregnant when you left here," Sadara finally asked. Molly smiled.

"No, Mama. I have seven children. Bill is our oldest he inherited as an Alpha. He was apparently courting a Submissive and a Beta and is now bonded because his chosen Submissive gave a Soulscream. I will tell you more about it later. Then there is Charlie. He inherited as a Beta but an incident with Dragon Poachers caused a rank shift and now he is a Joker. He was called by the same Soulscream as Bill. Percy...well he decided he wanted nothing to do with us or a creature inheritance. He chose to keep his suppressions and stay behind on Earth when we all decided to leave," Molly had to pause here and had to swallow her hurt feelings when Arthur awkwardly patted her on the arm. Things were so bad between them right now. He was not happy with the secrets he had learned that day about his wife and sons.

"Our twins, Fred and George, inherited as Pareya and were called by a soulscream but not the same one. I swear I will explain all of it better later. Then there is Ron and Ginny who are still suppressed," Molly finished explaining about her children. Sadara was so happy. She had seven grandchildren. Seven. She may only get to meet six of them and that was sad but it was overshadowed by the fact that she went from no grandchildren to Seven.

"When did these soulscreams happen?" Molly's sire asked finally.

"Today, we have just come here from a war. The submissives are twins. Bill's submissive is a powerful Empath and when he was tortured and gave his scream the soul magic travelled through their bond and triggered a scream for the twin as well. We came here as soon as things were over," Arthur answered.

"Then we will give them time to settle. But I want to meet my grandchildren and their new circles as soon as we can," Sadara replied.

"Of course, they will be happy to meet you," Molly replied.

"Well, you lot have been through quite a bit today so why don't you let Rick lead you up to the rooms I am sure they have already prepared for you all. You can shower and change while we get dinner going. After that, you can all make it an early night and tomorrow we will catch up and make plans for things that need to be taken care of," Her sire Alonso stated.

"That sounds perfect, Da. Thank you," Molly agreed. Then she allowed Rick, the Pareya to lead them out of the room and up to their prepared rooms. It had been a very long day with a lot of hard revelations. She was surprised that Arthur was even putting up with her right now. She was not surprised when he decided to share a room with Ron and insisted that Ginny share with her. She didn't think they were going to move past this for a while if at all.

Molly was going to have to find the time to talk to her mother about the fact that she could be facing charges and a possible divorce if her family couldn't move past this. Merlin, she really hoped they could move past this. She didn't want to lose her husband or her children.