Harry walked elegantly through the hallways of the castle, his mind was on the last details of his ceremonial robe when he listened to a voice behind him that made him stop
"Harry my boy" was heard and said boy slowly turned to the owner of the voice reminding himself to maintain an appropriately polite expression, "I'm glad I ran into you, I wanted to talk to you."
The black-haired resisted the urge to roll his eyes at the man's fake smile and instead responded with the same smile, only more believable after years of practice. He knew very well that he had to stay on the king's good side
"King Dumbledore, how may I help you?" His voice was soft and kind, as he had been thought
"oh Harry, there is no need for such formalities when we are alone," said the older man moving his hand in a despective gesture" my boy, your father has informed me about your request, and truth be told It seems a bit excessive, don't you think?" He finished with a condescending tone
The younger had to use all his willpower to not do something stupid then and there. that Albus Dumbledore dared to call any of his requirements excessive was beyond ironic and insulting. for years he had played his role as the heir, he had seen his parents sacrifice everything to be worthy of the throne and after all these years, after so much, and in this specific situation Dumbledore also dared to deny him his only request?
Calm down he told to himself, if he succeeded at using correctly his cards he would have what he wish if he managed to use his cards correctly, he would have what he wanted, he thought, so, swallowing his anger, he replied with a tone of voice so calm and innocent that his tutors would be more than proud
"Your grace" he started "I understand that it could be seen in that way, but I assure you that I'm just looking for the best for the kingdom and a way to make our alliance with Slytherin stronger, Teddy is my godson, but also descendent of one of the most important families of that kingdom. although he is a protégé of Gryffindor we cannot deny his roots and heritage" these arguments had been made and remade hundreds of times in his head, so with more confidence than he perhaps felt he continued "right now, we have formed a new alliance with Slytherin after the war, after the death of many of our loved ones with a marriage between both heirs, me and Prince Thomas but this will not erase the past, the deaths of Nymphadora tonks-black and Sirius black in our kingdom will always be a shadow for peace, bringing teddy with me to grow up in his lands will reinforce that our only intention is to keep the peace" he finished with a neutral tone, praying to all the gods that were listening that his words could reach the eldest. Teddy was his godson, Remus has entrusted him with such position, needless to say, that he would not abandon him, he just needed to convince Dumbledore that he was doing it for him and the greater good.
Dumbledore looked surprised by the young man's answer, he had always acted quiet and sweet in his eyes, and he had never been against him, however, his surprise was quickly replaced with a thoughtful expression, clearly evaluating the boy's arguments
" Well, although I see no reason why the kingdom of Slytherin has resentment for the deaths of Nymphadora and Sirius black, given that, in some way, they were both deserters for them, indeed, we cannot underestimate the desire for revenge" the older man mentioned slowly "nevertheless my boy, I'm concerned that taking a small child with you could affect your marriage, you must remember that this is the main part of the alliance the dark-haired man avoided snorting at this, of course, the biggest concern was this marriage, luckily, Harry already anticipated it, so he decided to use his last and most powerful card
" Oh your grace, there is nothing to worry about" he explained with a smile as honest as his affection for the man in front of him "taking the child will benefit Slytherin too, the Noble house of black is an honorable but spiteful house. I am sure his current heir will be delighted with the idea of teddy living nearby, something that the prince and the king undoubtedly know, if you authorize it I will present the alternative this afternoon, I suppose it will be their decision but the precedent will remain that you have opted for a greater effort with the alliance" the young man finished, he knew that each word he said was a way to further boost the old man's ego, which he loved and also declared that even when in a few days Harry would be a Slytherin his loyalty was with Gryffindor, which the dark-haired man knew was what Dumbledore wanted most, and as predicted, the eldest began to nod slowly with a smile
" Oh my boy, you had grown so much" he stated to which Harry just smiled hiding his nausea "don't think that I forgot everything that you have to sacrifice for this alliance to happen, so if you think that taking teddy with you is the best option for the kingdom and also something that you wish I agree if the prince accepts everything will be sealed " he finished with a satisfied smile, clearly thinking that in any situation he would win but Harry couldn't be bothered by that, Teddy would go with him, he would be able to keep his promise to Sirius and Remus, that was all that mattered, so, with an honest smile this time he gave the old man a small bow, thanking him profusely and after a few minutes the king said goodbye, leaving him alone in the hall
Harry made sure the older man was out of sight before heading to his chambers, releasing the sigh of relief he'd been holding up. As he walked towards the room's full-length mirror a hand went to his unruly hair, messing them up a bit by passing it over them, when observing his reflection in the mirror his hand went to the necklace that he hid behind his clothes, caressing it delicately.
"Teddy Will be safe Remus, everything is going according to plan Sirius" he mentioned aloud, hoping that wherever they were they would hear him, that they would know that after all they had to sacrifice in their life by fighting in the war, and that even when the stepped aside they had been betrayed by a rat who pretended to be their friend taking their lives, finally what they had wanted so much was going to happen, Harry would leave Gryffindor with Teddy and would always protect him
After all, Harry couldn't forget that if it wasn't for him they would both be alive, Sirius and Remus had taken care of him when the enemies had grown in the kingdom and had wanted to end his life since he was not only the legitimate successor to the throne but also an Omega, one of the few that existed that could conceive, when his father was fighting in the war and his mother was full of responsibilities Sirius and Remus had taken care of him, they had protected him and when Peter Pettigrew had tried to assassinate him they had stopped him, at the cost of their own lives, at the cost of a future together as they had longed for. Harry could never forgive himself for that, but at least he could give Teddy Lupin a good life, Remus's son who, although he was not Sirius's, shared his blood and loved him very much, even if he was the product of Remus's obligation to marry Nymphadora Harry knew that he had been nothing but exceptionally loved by both men.
He came out of his thoughts when he heard someone open the door, letting in a man who, while rejoicing in youth, could be seen with some gray hair in his black hair, and the tiredness in his gray eyes.
"Regulus, what are you doing here?" asked the young man worried, quickly approaching the other
"Easy there Harry," said the older one with an amused tone "and before you ask no, no one followed me, I had a little bit of inside help" he shrugged "also I'm here to deliver a message" he continued without losing his smile, Harry just rolled his eyes at this
"Pretty sure HE can give me the message on his own" there was no need to say his name, they both knew who Harry was talking about just as the green-eyed knew who the message that Regulus brought was from without him expressing it
"A little bit hard with Dumbledore minions spying everywhere" he mentioned rolling his eyes "he has spies watching you and him, I was the best option and damn was it difficult" he finished with a shrug, Harry smiled at this with a hint of mischief in them
"I supposed can't be that hard if you have help from the heir to the throne, right?" He asked mockingly, if he was anyone else he wouldn't have noticed the small blush that appeared on Regulus's cheeks but before he could make any comment about this the gray-eyed interrupted him
"Yeah, yeah whatever, shall we go, or would you prefer to stay here?" He asked with a mock annoyed expression, but instead of commenting on it Harry frowned in confusion.
"Go where? I thought you only came to give me a message" at this Regulus smiled amused
"You don't think he would settle with just messages do you?" This time it was Regulus's turn to sneer "Dumbledore's Minions are here to prevent him from coming here or you from there. right now your father is distracting them so we can get you out of here" he finished heading to one of the walls next to your library
"Ehh Regulus" he said calling the older man's attention "I'm not sure if you know this but that's not the door" he ended up raising his eyebrow towards him but Regulus just let out a small laugh
"You know this used to be your father's room right?" He asked amused "do you really think there is no extra exit here?" He expressed in a slightly mocking tone reaching out and pushing one of the blocks quite hard making the wall go back and opening a small corridor "it's quite narrow but we'll both go in, come after me" he ended up going through the place
Harry snapped out of his shock to follow the grey-eyed. he had been living in that room for 4 years since he was 15, how come he had never noticed said passageway
"How come I didn't know about this?" He asked giving voice to his doubts "why didn't my father tell me anything?" He inquired somewhat offended but Regulus didn't even turn to look at him.
"You are the most spoiled child ever, until today you never needed to run away" he snorted, and okay honestly Harry couldn't refute, so he opted for a change of approach
"Still, how interesting that you do know how to escape from my father's old room, don't you think?" He asked amused, Regulus didn't have to turn around for the minor to know that he was blushing, and to this, he couldn't help letting out a small laugh however before he could comment further on that, he saw Regulus open another door.
"Listen to me carefully Har, there is a carriage With a driver behind the apple trees in the garden, he is trustworthy" he began to explain taking Harry by the arm "he will take you to a cabin on the outskirts of the city, you have 4 hours before someone wants to check your room ok?" The green-eyed man took a few seconds to assimilate what was happening before speaking
"Reg- this is too much, you are putting yourself at risk" he expressed, and of course, he wanted to just leave and not think about anything else for 4 hours, just be in the arms of his lover, but not with this possible consequences, not by putting at risk his father and Regulus safety. To his words, the older man just smiled tenderly
"When your father and I fell in love he was already engaged so we never stood a chance" he expressed accommodating a rebellious lock of the minor "you have it with him, you deserve it, that's all that matters" he expressed with a determined expression and then change it for a mocking one "also we already clarify that you are a spoiled child, we are at your service" he finished with an exaggerated bow of respect to which Harry just rolled his eyes but as soon as the eldest straightened up he did not hesitate to hug him
"As soon as this is all over I swear I'll do everything in my hands so that you and my dad finally have that chance" he promised determinedly, his father and Regulus had put their responsibilities above their feelings, keeping a secret long-distance relationship for years, when Harry thought he had lost everything after Sirius and Remus, Regulus had taken care of him until the war was over, so many people had given so much for him that it was about time he started giving back.
Regulus just smiled, returning the hug for a few seconds before separating.
"Alright, enough of this" he said pushing Harry towards the garden "go away, you don't want to waste time" he finished, and offering a last smile to the elder he ran to the garden
As Regulus told him behind the apple trees there was a carriage with a driver, the carriage was not from the crown, the younger noted, if not from the Longbottom house, old friends of his father, no one would suspect it being in the palace or they would pay any attention to it, seeing the prince the chauffeur smiled at him and signaled for him to get on. Harry recognizes him from one of his visits to Slytherin with his father, his name was Barty crouch if he remembers correctly
The trip was silent as they drove through the streets of the place, little by little they moved away from the city until they reached one of the agricultural towns on the edges of it, After a couple of minutes the carriage stopped and Barry knocked his window
"We've arrived, your grace" he informed him smiling, Looking up Harry noticed a small but beautiful wooden cabin with white picket fences, it was a bit far from the others and looked more like a summer house than a cabin but it was normal enough that no one suspected. Thanking him greatly and saying goodbye to Barty The Green-eyed got out of the carriage and knocked on the door
He did not have to wait 5 seconds before the door was opened and there he found him, dressed in common clothes but still imposing power, his serious and beautiful complexions his gray eyes that reflected red when he saw him, leaving no doubt that he was a powerful alpha, in front of Harry was Tom Marvolo Riddle, heir to the gaunt house and the throne of Slytherin
"Hello little owl" was the first thing he said, his deep voice sending a current of electricity through the body of the Omega. God, he had missed him so much, the alpha noticed this and stepped aside to invite him to come in, once inside the green-eyed did not waste another second before throwing himself into the arms of the tallest, who immediately reciprocated
They lasted like this for a few minutes, neither of them speaking or moving, just relaxing in the scent and presence of the other, until Tom spoke.
"As much as I love this Darling" he said pulling away enough to look him in the eye "I think we have a couple of things to talk about don't we?"
And Harry was awarded of this, there were many things to talk about, about the plan, about Gryffindor, about Slytherin, and much more. But at the time, he didn't want any of that. He hadn't seen Tom in weeks, ever since the betrothal ceremony Dumbledore had been all over him with the preparations, possibly fearing that the younger would change his mind about the wedding, asshole, but his nonsense had forced him to stay away from Tom and now that he had him close again, he didn't want to waste time talking
Ignoring the alpha's questioning look at his silence, Harry moved his arms to the alpha's chest, caressing it carefully, he let out a warning growl but the Omega ignored it, now directing his hands to the neck and jaw of the gray-eyed, standing on tiptoe to brush his lips with those of the tallest
"Omega" Tom said in a Stern tone but Harry knew it was nothing more than a façade
"Alpha" he answered in his sweetest voice "I've missed you" any other word was muffled by the other boy's lips kissing him, it wasn't slow or chaste at all, it was rushed and hard, and also the best feeling in the world for both men
Even though he started Harry couldn't help but yelped against Tom's mouth allowing him more access, the Omega recovered quickly which lead to a fight for the control of the kiss, usually, the smaller man would give Tom a good fight but eventually, he would surrender to the alpha, but not today though. Today Harry needed the control, so he lead his hand under the shirt of the taller one tracing meaningless draws on the alpha chest, tempting him without slowing the kiss or giving up the fight
He felt more than heard the growl that the alpha let but he choose that moment to break the kiss, he didn't go too far, just enough to speak still brushing his lips to the other man's
"Bed alpha" he said and it was enough for the taller one to take him in his arms, Harry immediately wrapped his legs around him and opted to restart the kiss, trusting the alpha to lead them to bed
Next thing Harry knew was that he was being laid out on a nice mattress but he barely paid attention to it, instead of focusing on the alpha on top of him, his hands still moving across his body. just breaking the kiss to take out their clothes, Harry felt his skin burn out as the alpha touched it, soon Tom started to lower his kisses, drawing unknown figures on the pale skin with his teeth. Harry was lost in the sensations, it was too much and too little at the same time, when the omega felt a light bite on his hips he used his hands and threaded his fingers into the other boy's hair, pushing him up again to brush their lips together without kissing, getting away when they were about to kiss, earning a growl from the alpha, but Harry just giggled at that, taking advantage of the alpha distraction and flipping them off and changing their position
"Harry" he earned from the alpha as a warning
"Tom" he said back teasingly "are you gonna be good for me alpha?" He continued slowly purring while he talked, the other man just growled in response "I know I'll make you feel nice" he started moving his hands his alpha hips "will you do it for me too alpha?" He ended up lowering his head to kiss the taller man's collarbone
"I would do anything for you Omega" he stated trying to mutate a groan while said man sucked and kiss his neck
"Good" said the smaller kissing that specific spot behind Tom's ear "I need this" he confessed "having you like this" he Specified with a slow rub of hips "makes me feel powerful, because everything is going exactly the way I want" he allowed himself being honest
"You are powerful all the time" the alpha answered between moans
"I know" he stated licking Tom's lips and kissing the corner of them but not actually kissing him "but I need to feel it" he giggled when the alpha groaned complaining "people have been looking at me like I'm helpless" he scoffed "I know I'm not" he stated, "but help me remind me would you?" He teasingly asked with another rub of hips and finally pulled off the last piece of clothes that protect their cocks
Harry aligned himself to the other man's dick, not missing the chance of a last tease
"hum, I think I might not be ready yet " he said thoughtfully moving his hand across the big hard cock "I think I'll need a couple of minutes" he lied and they both knew it, he was dripping slick already, it had been so long
"Omega" Tom complained, almost as a plead and the boy took pity on them both cause he was also aching to be filled, he lowered his body until he felt how Tom got inside him, the delicious stretch of the alpha’s cock filling him exactly as he needed.
In other any circumstances he would feel ashamed by the long moan that escaped from his lips, but the groan of satisfaction that the alpha let out was the clear indication that they both were desperate for the contact, any other time they would spend hours of foreplay, making the other beg for this. But not right now, right now they just needed each other
The hands of the alpha moved from the omega's thighs to his hips when the smaller boy began to move, helping him to make each thrust go deeper, at some point he tried to push himself up but the Omega forced him to stay lie down
"Like this" Harry purred "so good for me" he emphasized with and graceful move that had them both moaning louder and seeing stars. Soon enough the movement of the Omega began to be desperate and faster than before, he could feel the alpha's knot forming inside him, the pressure building and the delicious burning sensation filling his body, his mouth moving without his permission "Such a good alpha, please be good and give me your knot please please" he heard himself say earning a tighter grip on his hips that would leave clear marks but he couldn't care less because that only made every thrust harder and faster than before
it wasn't long until Harry let out a cry and he was coming, right after him Tom's knot was completely formed and he was coming too, the knot tied them together as the alpha cum filled the omega's body, the Omega let the taller boy take control of putting them in a comfortable position, deciding to let himself being pet in a slowly and sweet way that made him felt so loved and powerful, even when he allowed the whole control to Tom it never made him feel helpless but the opposite, he wanted to say all this to the alpha, tell him how much he loved him and how grateful he was of finding a partner that made him feel so good but with a knot in his ass, his stomach bloated and full with his partner’s cum, all he really wanted to do was sleep. They still had hours to go, he could tell him all that later, Talk about the plan, and maybe a second round when he got some rest
When the Omega woke up He was alone but the smell of the alpha was strong everywhere so he knew he was close, he took a few seconds to look at the place due to before he haven't even thought to look, it was a nice bedroom, he noticed that on the outside the house looked beautiful but very ordinary at the same time, although this room looked very expensive, as if it had been designed for royalty itself, he wondered how Tom has found such an interesting place and as if reading his mind the bedroom door opened and the taller man entered through it
"Glad to see you're awake little owl" he said getting closer to the Omega, letting a fairy kiss on his lips which made the boy smile "there is tea and biscuits for you in the kitchen" he added but Harry just made him lie down with him in order to get cuddles, the alpha just laugh at this but allowed himself to be manhandled "it seems you are clingy today" he mentioned teasingly while wrapping his arms around the smaller man's waist
"Like it bothers you" Harry answered in the same tone but hiding his blush in the alpha's neck, taking the opportunity to scent him
"Never said that" was the response of tom as he started to brush the man's hair slowly "now that you are awake wanna tell me what has been bothering you" he asked nonchalantly and Harry tensed for a second but he relaxed when he felt the alpha fingers tracing lines in his naked back
"It's nothing really" he tried to deny "I'm just being dumb" to this he received a pinch in his hips as a reprimanded "damn okay" he complained
"it's just that everyone in Gryffindor looks at me like I'm doomed" he started "they think that this is Dumbledore's plan completely and that I'm just being used, even the old cock himself" he scoffed "and I know I'm not" he added when he sensed that the alpha wanted to say something "this is our plan, and I know that it's part of the plan that the kings think that is their, that they believe we don't want this but it's still annoying having to look down at everyone knowing that I'm above them" he stated, no shame in his words, if there was someone who understood him and knew him completely it was Tom "it kills me to hear the pity in others voice, thinking that I'll lose all my power the moment we married when is gonna be the complete opposite" he admitted "and I know that when the plan is done it would be worth it, but it's so exhausting play the helpless and submissive Omega all the time" he ended with a long sigh
There was a silence between them but the alpha never stopped his touches so it wasn't uncomfortable or weird, just a silence
"It's part of the plan that my father and Dumbledore think this is all their idea" The gray-eyed began after a couple of seconds "it's the only way they accepted to this, that they think we barely know each other so we are not a threat" and it was something Harry knew, they have known each other since Regulus has rescued him, because at that time, the future heir was also living with him for his safety, but the kings didn't know any of this, let them think they have the control and they will do as you pleased "but I never meant to make you feel that way Darling, I'm sorry" the alpha apologized interrupting his thoughts but before he could assured him that there was not need for one he continued " The wedding is just two weeks from now, I promised you everything is gonna change that day" he stated, with so much determination in his voice and even though Harry wasn't so sure, they would have to play the lovely couple until tom takes the throne after all, he believed in his words, they looked into each other's eyes for a few seconds before their lips found their way together in a slow and sweet kiss, it didn't last long, they soon separated their forehead still brushing together their noses
"Now tell me" Tom broke the silence "is there anything else I should know?" He asked without moving away from the green-eyed man, and he just shook his head slowly
"No, I managed to finally get Dumbledore to agree with me, so he agreed to let Teddy come to Slytherin with us" he said "everything else is going exactly as it should" he stated rising his head just a little to steal another kiss from the alpha, ending the conversation
Harry didn't know how much time it had passed but he trust Tom to take care of the boring things like getting to his room in time, right now they could enjoy the moment, they could worry and keep talking later
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The chapel of the main Slytherin's church haven't been so crowded in the last decade, there were people from all the social status of both Kingdom in there, the servants running from one place to the other fixing any minimum last-minute problem that existed, due to that day under the light of the moon as the tradition said, the kingdom of Gryffindor and Slytherin will bond through the married of both crowns princes, this promised a powerful alliance for both crowns, after years of war this will be the last step for the peace. The heir of Slytherin was already there, looking stunning and exuding authority and power, he was dressed in Royal and ceremonial green and silver robes waiting for his future mated
The announcement of the royal guard stopped every whisper in the room and all eyes turned to look towards the door, the first one to enter was the soon-to-be King James Potter, elegantly dressed showing their colors, he looked like the hero he was, like the king he was destined to be when he entered he offered his hand to guide the second person there, who got into room stealing the breath of all present. Heir Harry looked beyond beautiful dressed in golden and red robes like his father but with his neck bare for everyone to see it, exposing the shining skin free of bond mark.
Their walk was elegant and admiring, father and son walked through the gates enchanting whoever look at them, when they arrived in front of prince Tom the silence was broken by the heir James
"To you, I'm entrusting the most important part of my life, my only son, heir of Gryffindor so you heir of Slytherin and him will create a new kingdom when the time comes" he spoke with a strong voice making that everyone in the room heard his voice with clarity, showing his own power with simple words "are you worthy of this trust?" He ended with the traditional question to the alpha groom
"I swear on my honor and reputation that I am" was the response of the gray-eyed, in this way The ceremony officially started, the older Potter gave the younger one hand to the Slytherin prince and went to his seat
Harry laced his fingers with the taller man's, not really listening to what the consul said, he didn't need to hear the words, he didn't need to be told by a man he barely know that he belonged to the alpha in front of him, he has known it for years now, as well as he knew that the alpha belonged to him. still, he felt a little anxious this was one of the biggest steps of their plan, the plan that will give them the whole control of both countries, that will allow them to be together and do what was best for their kingdoms and people. The sound of his name brought him out of his thoughts, he realized that they were about to do the traditional vows, he said them first, nothing that he didn't mean but also nothing that was his words, he promised to respect and honor Tom for the rest of their lives, to trust him and being worthy of his trust. There was no mention of love in the traditional vows but Harry knew Tom didn't need to hear it, he already knew that, when he finished the consul gave the word to the alpha, but he didn't do as it was expected
"I would like to say my own vows if the kings don't mind," he said, shocking everyone there, including Harry, the Omega didn't know what was the alpha planning but before he could worry the taller man gave him a little smile, enough to tell him to trust him.
When the kings accepted his demand the gray-eyed ma let go of the smaller one hands and did something that made the whole room, including the kings and Harry gasp audible, because Tom Marvolo Riddle, heir of Slytherin and the house gaunt knelt for the Omega, in front of the most important people of both kingdoms
"Today Gryffindor and Slytherin will mark the most powerful alliance of the last century" he began, ignoring the utter shock in which everyone else was "but more than that, today you prince heir Harry Potter will become my mate and partner" he continued no hesitation in his voice "you'll honor me making me your alpha and husband, so today I want everyone to know" he made a small paused, making sure that everyone attention was in him "that as much as you will honor me I will do it too, the same power that I have you will have it too, you will not be just a consort, you will be a king, my equal, my Omega, for me and for my kingdom, we are in your hands, and we are yours" he ended with a satisfied smile in his lips, Harry didn't need to look at the audience or the kings to know that what Tom has just done didn't have a precedent, and Harry knew that he should be afraid of the people's reaction, but he was just delighted by Tom actions, couldn't help but smile at the alpha knowing that he could read his joy clearly In his eyes, slowly Harry took the taller boy hands again making him stand in front of him as before and repeated the last words of his vows, this time, the words meant even more
"And I promised to be worthy of your trust, to protect what you gave me and being completely and utterly yours" the gray eyes shine with love at this, they have made this moment theirs, and that was all they care about
They will know later that most people at the wedding cried at that, talking of how a beautiful couple have been made, they will know later that everyone talked about how they were not only beautiful but emanated power, they would know later that even if there were people who didn't approve their actions they had most of their people support, they would know at that moment, that the plan was working perfectly
But for the now the ceremony would end, they would move Harry's and Teddy's things to the castle, and they will have their well-deserved honeymoon