Chapter 5
For dinner Harry was surprised that it wasn’t as posh as he thought it was going to be. They had a quiet dinner in a small Italian restaurant. The tables had the red gingham table clothes, with the drippy white candles. They feasted on wine and bread until their meal arrived. Lucius had Seafood Arrabiata, and Harry just went for the classic Veal Parmesan.
Harry learned that Lucius had never had a Coke before, which he decided he was going to get the man to try. Lucius learned that Harry has never tried shrimp which he fed him from his dish.
Other things were how Lucius used to sneak muggle records into his room so he could listen to them.
Harry shared that he never really had a Christmas before going to Hogwarts. Knowing Lucius wanted to know more he couldn’t bring himself to tell himself more. He promised that he would tell him more soon. Harry just didn’t want to see the look of pity on the older man’s face.
After they finished their Tiramisu the raven haired man interlaced their fingers together leaning his head on the taller man’s shoulder.
“I think that I ate way too much Luc... Why did you let me eat so much? Now I'm ready for sleep.” Cuddling into his soul mates arm Harry smiled as he felt Lucius’ thumb caress their tattoo.
“No sleep yet love, we have one more stop. Unless you want to go home and not hear me serenade you love songs all night.” Stopping Harry looked up at the blond who was smirking down at him.
Raising his eyebrow Harry asked, “You are going to serenade me love songs for our date?” Nodding Lucius bent down and kissed his nose. Feeling his breath so close to his lips Harry just wanted to pull him down into a kiss but he wasn’t going to give in. He is not going to rush this even though they are soul mates.
“Yes I am, here we are.” Lucius said as the stopped in front of a red brick pub called The Sour Note Pub.
This did not look like a place the Lucius Malfoy would go into. Walking in its smoky and loud. There were a handful of people. Seeing as it was Boxing Day most people were probably still hanging out with family.
“Lu!” An older woman who had a cigarette dangling from her lips and a harsh American accent. She pushed a button in on the music system and walked over to them. The blond pulled away from him and hugged the woman.
“Bonnie my love! How was your Christmas?” He kisses her cheeks, as she batted him away.
“It was brilliant I saw my children and grandchildren. I was hoping that I would see you tonight!” Harry smiled, he has never seen Lucius look this carefree. That smile wow, it took his breath away.
“That wonderful… I got a wonderful Christmas gift.” Lucius grabbed his hand and pulled him into his side wrapping his arm around his waist. The smaller man hoped that no one could see his cheeks getting red.
“Bonnie this is my soul mate Harry. Isn’t he the most beautiful man? Harry this is Bonnie. She is a handful and I couldn’t imagine my life without her.” Bonnie ashes her cigarette and pulls me into her arms.
“Oh Harry! It’s nice to meet you! I told you Lu I knew you had a soul mate it was just in your own time! Now you don’t go hurting my Lu.” Catching his breath from the tight hug he nods, looking in to her blue eyes you could tell she was genuine.
“I would never hurt him. I couldn’t.” Harry said seriously, he is already falling for the man, he wouldn't hurt him.
“Lu you go get you and your soul mate a drink and I will get you a song ready…. You know I love when you start it off!” She squeezes the older man’s arm and walks off. Lucius looked over at him smiling at him.
“Come love let’s get a drink.” Harry allows Lucius to pull him to the bar.
“Hey Lu whiskey?” The blond behind the bar with bright red lipstick asks. He didn’t not like the smile that she was giving his souls mate. Not knowing what came over him, he wrapped his arms around Lucius waist. The older man smirks down at him.
“Yes please.” He said without looking at her. “Are you jealous Mister Potter?” The older man raised an elegant eyebrow blue eyes teasing him. Huffing Harry tries to pull away only to be held onto tighter.
“No Lucius, why would I be jealous...” Looking away from his soul mate he looked at the bar tender. “May I please have an old fashion please.” Trying not to look back up at his soul mate.
“Sure thing love, coming right up.” The beautiful blond walks away making their drink Harry tries not to move to the music. He couldn't help himself.
“You know, I think it’s cute that you were jealous and now you can’t even look at me...” Lucius whispered into his ear. Feeling his breath so close to his neck Harry’s heart raced. Biting his lip, he looks over their faces really almost touching.
“I can look at you, see...” He whispers their lips almost touching. Not seeing the bartender sitting down their drinks. “I just didn’t like how she looked at you...” The older man smiled and leaned closer. Yes, show blondie that he is mine... Harry thought to himself.
“We are going to start off tonight with Lu!” Bonnie’s voice boomed in the room making Harry jump back. Hearing the blond groan and stand up straight. There were a couple a cheers hearing his name.
“You promised to serenade me with love songs...” Pouting up at the blond, who just shakes his head and walks towards Bonnie.
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Lucius has never felt nervous when it came to singing in front of a group of people. This is what he was trained to do as a kid. There was always a party piece that he had to prepare for when people came over for dinner. His father made sure of that. Though tonight it was different because his soul mate was going to hear him for the first time.
“I figured this one would be good.” Bonnie said as the title came up on the screen. Smiling the man nodded. The piano started and he looked over to his soul mate who was leaned his back on the bar watching him. Better give him a good show, the microphone held in his hands perfectly. Taking a breath, he smirked at Harry and started to sing.
For once in my life I have someone who needs me
Someone I've needed so
For once unafraid I can go where life leads me
And somehow I know I'll be strong
For once I can touch what my heart used to dream of
Long before I knew
Someone warm like you
Could make my dreams come true
Seeing that blush creep into his Harry’s face he smiled. Loving that he had an effect on his soul mate with his singing. Not feeling that nervousness anymore, Lucius walked away from the screen and started to walk through the pub. Making his way slowly to Harry.
For once in my life I won't let sorrow hurt me
Not like it's hurt me before
For once I've got someone I know won't desert me
I'm not alone anymore
For once I can say: "this is mine you can't take it"
As long as I've got love I know I can make it
For once in my life I've got someone who needs me
Now standing in front of his soul mate, he could feel eyes on him. Lucius loved the attention but what he loved even more was the look his Harry was wearing. Emerald eyes sparkling, face flushed, a shy smile, and those damn kissable lips.
For once in my life I won't let sorrow hurt me
Not like it's hurt me before
For once I've got someone I know won't desert me
I'm not alone anymore
Now, for once I can say: "this is mine you can't take it"
As long as I've got love I know I can make it
For once in my life I've got someone who needs me
For once in my life, she needs me
For once in my life
The song finished and Lucius kissed his soul mate’s nose as he walked back over to Bonnie. On the walk back he was cheered and a couple slaps on the back.
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Harry watched as Lucius walked back to the stage to give the microphone back. His mouth was dry and his pants fit him a little tighter than they did before. Gods could that man get any hotter... He was intelligent, handsome, sweet, and talented... That voice, Lucius was a crooner, in the best possible way. His voice was like warm honey, this man was full of surprises.
Seeing him saunter back to him Harry felt his heart beating faster... He is perfect. “Lucius...That... that was....” The blond cupped his face his thumb caressed his cheeks.
“I told you I would serenade you.” Lucius bent down and kissed his forehead. His eyes fluttered shut, it was too late now... Not that it was a bad thing but his has fallen for this man, so quickly too... It has to be because of the bond but should he really care... Like the song said for once he had someone who would love him.
“Lucius, you... are so....Your voice is like...” He couldn’t put into words, he was ballsing this up. Just giving up he wraps his arms around his soul mate nuzzling his chest smelling his expensive cologne.
“Next up we have Harry! Come on up!” Pulling away quickly his head snaps up seeing that mischievous smile.
“Oh no Malfoy you didn’t put me into sing.... I can’t bloody sing!” The smaller man shouted, he has never sang anywhere beside the shower...
“You are going to do great! Everyone has to sing My Harry; I picked this song out because I heard you humming it earlier while you were writing.” He hums a lot when he writes Merlin only knows which song it is. Pouting he was pushed gently over to the stage.
Feeling every eye on him as he took the microphone Harry heard a familiar piano.... He couldn’t help the smile on his face at least he knows this song...
Just a small-town girl
Livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere
Just a city boy
Born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere
Looking at his mate his voice trembled a little bit. Still nervous until he saw that smile Lucius gave him... Then looking at ever one else in the bar, they were moving to the music and singing along. Who doesn’t love Journey?
A singer in a smokey room
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on, and on, and on
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night.
A singer in a smokey room
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on, and on, and on
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Harry’s found his voice then, enjoying the song and the crowd singing with him. Knowing his sounds like shite. He didn’t care, neither did anyone else. Feeling brave like the Gryffindor he is, Harry walked away from the screen just like his soul mate did.
Workin' hard to get my fill
Everybody wants a thrill
Payin' anything to roll the dice just one more time
Some will win, some will lose
Some were born to sing the blues
Oh, the movie never ends
It goes on and on, and on, and on
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Walking up to a table full of drunk women he started to sing to them moving the mic over to them so they could sing into it. Then finally making his way back to the stage his eyes find his soul mate again who had the biggest smirk on his face. He had a drink in his hand and was leaning on a brick pillar, looking like he just walked out of a bloody magazine.
Streetlights people
Livin' just to find emotion
Hidin' somewhere in the night
Don't stop believin'
Hold on to that feelin'
Streetlight people
Don't stop believin'
Hold on
Streetlight people
Don't stop believin'
Hold on to that feelin'
Streetlight people
When he finished the song, he was nervous all over again, did he really just do that?! On his way back from the stage he was stopped by the drunk women telling him how lucky he was to have such a hot husband. That titled made butterflies erupt in his stomach.
Once he was in arms reach of Lucius he was pulled into a hug. “I did not like how everyone was staring at you.” Lucius said as he nuzzled his hair. Laughing Harry pulled away.
“Are you jealous?” Trying to say it with a straight face, which he was failing horribly at. The older man ran his fingers through his hair. Leaning into his touch he watched the blond pout.
“Malfoy’s do not get jealous....” Kissing his nose Harry pulls away.
“Well if you are not jealous one of those guys over there wanted to buy me a drink so if you don’t” Before he could walk away, he was pulled back into strong arms.
“Mister Potter, you are my soul mate and the only one who can buy you drinks is me. For you are mine.” Lucius whispered in his ear, nipping his ear lobe, sending a shiver through his body. Gods this man.
Turning around Harry cupped the older man’s face... “Good now buy me a drink and then you are going to dance with me...” Lucius grabbed his hand a pressed a kiss on his palm.
“Such a demanding man...” Rolling his eyes he allows the blond to pull him towards the bar.
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Apparating back home Harry didn’t want the night to end. He doesn’t remember the last time that he has had this much fun. Normally when Teddy was away, he just worked on his writing. He opened the door as the both walked into the house.
“How about a cup of tea?” Harry said pulling off his coat and toeing off his shoes.
“Sounds perfect, then how about we retire to the sitting room? I wouldn’t mind some chocolates...” Once the tea was ready and sent into the sitting room, he sits down awkwardly next to Lucius... Why was he so nervous... Probably because you want to snog the bloody hell out of the man.
“My Harry, I had a wonderful time tonight... Thank you for coming out with me.” The blond said as he picked up his cup and threw his arm around the back of the couch. Without thinking Harry moved in closer cuddling up against the older man.
“I had a great time too Luc. Thank you... I knew you said that you could sing, but I would have never thought that you would know muggle songs the way that you do. You are always so confident in everything. I wish I was like that. I mean I know you must think because I did all that I did. That I must be confident and strong, but I do not and did not feel like that at all. I was so scared but I know what I had to do and that was to make sure that no one else died because of that crazy man.” Feeling a hand on his neck playing with his hair gently.
“It was something that was beaten into me. Harry I couldn’t have done what you did... You are an amazing man. I don’t know how I am your soul mate, I haven’t done the best things in my life. That I shouldn’t deserve you but magic knows better than we do I guess... I really don’t want to talk about the past tonight... Tonight I want to talk about the future... Me, you, Teddy... This was by far my favorite first date.” Turning to face the man Harry smiled up at him.
“It was my favorite first date too... Which is good because seeing as this is my last first date...” Leaning in, he places his hand on Lucius thigh. The blond cupped his face with his right hand, gently pulling him closer. Harry’s eyes flutter close as their lips finally touch.
When they did, he felt like he was awake for the first time. His senses heightened; he could feel their magic reaching out to each other. Not gently, no it was like a wave crashing into the sand. The kiss wasn’t sloppy or fast. No, it was slow and intense. Harry’s hands rest on the man’s chest ready to pull him closer.
Lucius tongue swipes at his bottom lip, asking for permission that Harry granted. Once he did their tongues danced with one another. Neither one of them wanting to pull away, the kiss was too perfect. Not until they had to take a breath. The blond finally pulled away his hand still on his cheek. Their eyes looking deep into each other's. He felt at home and peace finally. This is where he belonged... He has found the man to make a family with...
“Well Mister Potter... That was worth the wait...” No trusting himself to speak he just nods. Lucius kissed him gently again this time it was over before he wanted it to. “I think I am falling for you Harry... Not just because of the bond...” Lucius whispered on his lips, making Harry’s breath hitch.
Smiling Harry kissed him once more, “Good because I feel the same way...”
The rest of the night they shared many more kisses and chocolates. They ended up falling asleep watching a movie cuddled up on the couch.