Follow Through

Notice: The characters are not my own. I am just letting them out to play and will give them back to Joss when I’m done. Warnings and other information are in the first part.

Author’s Note: This chapter gets angsty and sad, once the view point switches to Angelus. I know a lot of people make Spike related to the Malfoys, because of his hair, but I think they forget that Spike’s hair is bleached to be that white, while the Malfoys hair is natural. As such, I am going to have Spike related to Severus, and Angelus will have a distant relationship to Harry. Also, I got the idea of Spike controlling Hogwarts from Foolishwandwaver’s story, Say Goodbye. I just love that story, and it’s another one that if you have yet to read, you really should. It is found at SilverSnitch, and the main pairing is Harry/Draco.

Does anyone know where I can find an online English to Gaelic dictionary?

Beta’d by the wonderful Strife
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Spike’s PoV-

I smiled slightly, seeing the relatives I’ve only talked to through letters. It will be nice to finally get to meet them, but it’s a shame that the occasion is a bad one. I would have come to their aid sooner, but Drusilla didn’t want me to show my softer side. Darla was the same way, really. I am starting to think that female vampires are the truly evil ones. Angelus helped me hide the fact, from Darla, that I didn’t actually kill my whole family after I was turned. I just killed my parents, because they were cruel and evil, even by vampire standards. My siblings were actually very grateful for me, and stayed in secret contact with me their whole lives. When Angelus got his curse, forcing him to abandon us, I snuck away, and spent a month, with what family was living at the time. I’ve never been happy alone. I think that’s why I agreed to go to the Hellmouth, after finding out Angelus was there. I was hoping, that even as Angel, that he might let me back in his life. For once, luck was with me, and things worked out better. Angelus is back, and better than ever, Drusilla is dust, and we found the other mate, that Angelus and myself having been searching for, since they day we got turned. Actually, I had a vision that there will be another male joining our family. I believe it is the boy, Draco, which Wesley was talking about. Ever since Drusilla has been staked, I’ve gotten my visions back, obviously that bitch figured out a way to take them from me and use them for herself.

“Spike, are you planning on leaving the limo sometime before dawn? Everyone else is already inside.”

“Sorry Sire, I got lost in my thoughts.” It is a good thing I can no longer blush. I quickly slip out of the limo, but before I can move, Angelus pins me against the limo.

“My naughty childe, I think I need something more that just an ‘I’m Sorry’, don’t you?” My Sire gripped my hands in his, and licked along my neck. I can’t help myself from whimpering at the sensation. I feel him smile into my neck. “I’m glad you agree.” Angelus sinks his fangs into my neck, at the same spot he has been drinking from, since the day I was turned. While he drinks, I try to grind my hips into his, to get some friction and relief. Having your Sire drink from you can be one of the most sensual and pleasurable things in existence, but it can also be one of the most painful, everything depends on the sire and the sire’s mood. Right now, Angelus is giving me incredible pleasure. I can’t keep the moans and whimpers from escaping.

“Please Sire, touch me, let me touch myself, just please, let me have relief. I`ll give you anything! Please SIRE!” As I am begging, Angelus slides a hand under my shirt. I feel his thumb lightly rub my left nipple, before pinching it tightly, and rolling it around. My cock gets harder, straining to be free from my pants. I’ve lost control, and switched to gameface, that happens when the pleasure gets too much. I hope Xander will be able to handle that fact, when the time comes. Mm, Xander sandwiched between Angelus and I, which is going to be so hot. “Ow!” Angelus just spanked me, and removes his mouth from my neck. I cry out at the loss.

“Focus on me childe! But, it has been a while and you’ve been faithful to me during the 100 years I was gone, I guess that reward cancels your punishment out. Don’t think I’ll always be this lenient. Have a taste childe and you may cum, no need to fight your release.”

Angelus slices his finger on his fang, before slipping it into my mouth. Angelus rubs his thigh firmly against my hard cock. Between the taste of his blood, teasing of my nipple, and rubbing my cock, it is enough to send me over the edge. I throw my head back and let out a roar, as I find my release. Angelus removes his finger from my mouth, and wraps his arms around me, holding me close while I shake slightly, before calming down. I lean up and kiss him gently.

“Thank you Sire!”

“Merlin! That has to be one of the hottest things that I have ever witnessed.”

We both look over and see the teen, that was between the men, when the limo pulled up. Angelus and I can smell his desire from here, and he`s up on the porch. Neither of us says anything, we just stare at him.

“I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to intrude, but I was sent to see what was taking so long. We just wanted to make sure there wasn’t a problem. But, like I said, that was one of the hottest things I have ever seen! I’m Harry Potter, by the way. Soon to be, Harry Malfoy-Snape, which I am looking forward to. I’m not sure how long you are planning on staying, but you all are invited to our bonding ceremony.” The boy, Harry, motioned for us to follow him inside the manor.

“We didn’t mind you watching. We`re vampires, and don’t have the same hang-ups that humans have when it comes to sexuality. I am Master Angelus and this is my childe, Master William the Bloody, also known as Master Spike. And we would be honored to attend your bonding ceremony. We have no plans to leave, as we are moving here. Spike will be taking control of a property, he was letting someone else run, but they have done a lousy job.” Angelus keeps an arm around my waist, as we follow Harry inside.

The place is beautiful, just like I remembered it, when I visited years ago. I do like Hogwarts better, but Malfoy Manor is a close second. I’m sure poor Xander, will have trouble getting used to the paintings moving, and the house elves, but I know he will adjust, since this is his rightful world in the first place. We enter a room, that is basically a fancy family room. Wesley is helping Xander get settled in to a recliner, with a couple of blankets and pillows. Harry quickly moves over to the love seat, that Severus and Lucius are sitting on. They pull him to sit between them, and the boy, being so tiny, has no problem fitting there. Angelus sits in a chair, next to Xander, and I pull up a large ottoman on the other side of Xander. Reaching over, I take Xander’s hand in mine and squeeze it gently. I can tell his pulse is racing like crazy. My poor mate, is scared of this new place. Sitting next to him is not working. Angelus seems to be thinking the same thing, because he stands, picking Xander up; motioning for me to sit down in the recliner. I quickly sit down, and Xander is placed on my lap. The poor thing curls up and lays his head on my chest, sideways, so that he can still see Angelus. It’s strange that he has gone from fearing Angelus and I, to looking to us for safety and security. I stroke his side gently, to calm him, as Wesley covers us with a blanket, before sitting on the ottoman that I had used.

“Lucius, I like what you’ve done with the manor; at least what I have seen so far. This room is much more friendly and comfortable than when I was here last.” I smile at the threesome, while looking around the room. All the couches, loveseats, recliners, are overstuffed and covered in crushed velvet. There are still the huge bookcases, but they now, also hold movies and video games. There is even, a lovely big screen, connected to a DVD player and several video game systems. I’m sure that Xander will enjoy them when he is feeling better.

“Thank you Master William. I must confess though, it was not my idea to make the changes, but that of my younger love and my son. We have developed a spell to allow magic and electricity to work at the same time, all over the manor. While candle light is good for intimate occasions, I do find that a lamp makes night time reading less of a strain. I also, must credit my young love, Harry, to the more relaxed atmosphere in the manor.” Lucius looked over, and placed a kiss on Harry’s cheek. “Now, I was unclear as to why you have come? Is there something we can be of service with?”

“I’ve come back to finally take my rightful place. As you know, I am the rightful owner of Hogwarts, since I both, defeated that great evil Grindyface and fixed the finical crisis. The ministry gave me Hogwarts, as partial payment, and the fact that I am a descendent of three, of the four founders. Up until now, I have been content to let others control it, but from what Wesley has told me, things have become the exact opposite of what my ancestors intended it to be. I know there will be a backlash, but I am capable of handling it. Now Lucius, where is your son? I would like to talk to both Harry, and him, later, to get more information on what has gone wrong at Hogwarts.” I noticed Xander had fallen asleep again, while I was speaking. I smile down at him and place a kiss on the top of his head. “Also, where will our room be? Xander has also been through trauma, and needs to rest.”

“My son is in his room right now. I’m afraid, since we have come home, Draco has rarely left his room. He sends the house elves to get anything he needs, or has the house elves ask for us to come to him. I am getting very worried. He had started to make a little progress, and then my wife, ex-wife now, said or did something, that set him back to even worse than he started. I still do not know what happened between them. Neither of them would speak on it. But now that the Dark Lord is gone, there was no reason for me to stay in that damn marriage, I filed the papers the day she spoke to Draco. I only wish I had filed them sooner, and could have prevented her from damaging him further.” Harry reached over and gave Lucius a hug and kiss, trying to give him strength.

“I’m sure there was nothing you could have done to prevent it. Maybe Draco will feel more comfortable, talking to a person outside the situation. Now, I ask again where is the room we will be staying in, I really do want Xander lying in a bed.”

“I’m sorry; I’ll show you to the room. Your things have already been placed there. I also took the liberty of placing all the items you had in storage, into the room. What happened to your mate? That is, if you don’t mind me asking. I just ask, because I do have a very skilled mediwitch on pay, plus Severus is the worlds best potion master.”

As Lucius speaks these words, I notice Severus starts to blush and smirk. Seems Severus is just like me in that aspect. He puts on a tough exterior, but inside, is very fragile. Personally, I am surpised that Angelus has stayed so quiet and let me do all the talking. I guess he was serious when he told me, that from now on, we were going to be close to true mates, more equals. That is what I’ve always wanted from him. I guess it just took the destruction of The Master, Darla, and Drusilla, to get the relationship I’ve yearned for, since the day I was turned. Angelus pokes me gently; darn, I did it again, got lost in my thoughts.

“His injuries come from his parents, mainly his father. However, I’m not really so worried about the physical injuries. As you’ve discovered, the physical is simple to heal, when compared to healing the mind.” I stand up, cradling Xander to me. I smile, because, even in his sleep, he nuzzles against my neck.

Lucius stands, and motions for Angelus and myself to follow him. Wesley moves over to where Severus and Harry are. I’m not sure what they are talking about, but it probably has to do with potions, not my best subject. I look around the mansion, smiling at the warmth, that is now noticeable, versus the cold detachment, that was here before. I nod hello to a couple paintings, I’ll have to remember to come back and talk with them another time. Lucius points out which room Draco is in, and as luck would have it, the room is just two doors down from our room. Lucius leaves us, to go back to his mates. I notice that he flashes a sad look at the door to Draco’s room, before leaving. I lay down on the bed with Xander.

“I’m going to go try and speak with Draco. You work on healing Xander, and I will work on Draco. Eventually, they can help each other heal also. They will make good mates.”

“How did you know Draco was going to become a mate of ours?” I turn to Angelus, in surprise.

“I can smell him. I know I have dreamed of that scent before. I’ll be back later, Spike.” Angelus leans over and kisses me gently, before placing a kiss on Xander’s forehead. I watch him leave, before curling up around Xander again, in a protective stance. I need think on a strategy for taking back Hogwarts.
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Angelus PoV-

I leave Spike to watch over Xander, and think on strategy for taking back Hogwarts. I’ll support and help whatever he decides, but this is really going to be his show. He’s always been my golden boy, and now I can finally, truly show it, now that both Darla and Drusilla are gone. I follow the heavenly scent, to outside Draco’s door. I just want to tear apart all those that hurt, my soon to be mate. I have a feeling, he won’t have the same reservations of letting me extract justice, that Xander does. I also, have a feeling, that he won’t answer the door if I knock, so I just slip into his room.

The curtains are drawn, and no lights are on. Luckily, I can see just fine, due to my demon. He’s not on the bed, so where is he; I know he’s in the room. I stand still and hear crying, coming from the large armour. I kneel down, and slowly open the door, to the side Draco is hiding in. I feel my un-beating heart break, at the sight before me. The poor thing has his knees pulled to his chest, with his arms wrapped around them; he is rocking back and forth, slightly. I can also tell that the boy has not eaten a healthy meal since the incident, his skin is taunt, exposing every bone in his body. Draco, is wearing only a pair of boxers, that are hanging off his hips. There are slices from a knife or something, along his legs and arms; I know those were self inflicted. I had thought that Xander was going to be the hard case, but looking at Draco, I can tell I was wrong. I just want to wrap him in my arms and protect him forever. There are dark circles under his eyes, and numerous dried tracks of tears, on his face. I wonder what the slayer and her groupies would think of this. Once again, it was humans with souls that did the damage!

“Oh Draco, let me help you. Please, you’re my mate and I can’t stand to see you hurting.” I slowly reach out and place a hand on his foot. This causes him to look up and notice me, for the first time.

“A-A-Angelus? Are you really here, finally?” The way he looks at me, I realize whoever thought he was waiting for the bonding ceremony of his father, was wrong. I can tell, that for some reason, Draco knew Spike and myself were coming to be his mates, and protect him. I wonder if he has ,the sight, too.

“Yes, little one, its Angelus.” I barely have the words finished, when I am knocked backwards on to my butt, because Draco has thrown himself into my arms. He is sobbing against my chest, and has a white knuckle grip, on my shirt.

“Oh Angelus, I wasn’t sure you were ever going to come. I don’t think I could have held on much longer.” He looked so relieved, but all of a sudden he got a look of terror, and hung his head. He started to pull away from me. “I am sorry Master Angelus. I am no longer a virgin for you. I am dirty and soiled. I am no longer worthy of you. Please, punish me as you see fit.”

“Oh, darling, that was not your fault. Don’t you talk like that. You are incredibly strong, and worthy of becoming the mate, to Spike and myself. There will be another human in the family. I’m not sure if your sight showed you that, or not. But Xander is with Spike right now. He has been in a similar situation to you. When you both feel better, I want you to talk to each other, and then we’ll see if you need an outside counselor. I know your British, and don’t discuss your feelings, but some things will be overruled, in deference to your mental health.” I stand up and move over to the over stuffed chaise chair, and pull Draco next to me. I don’t want to scare him, by sitting on the bed with him, yet. I slowly slid my hand down his back. “Draco, darling, you need to take better care of yourself. We are going to punish those that have hurt you, and you need to be at your best, to show them, they didn’t break you. I know you think you’re broken, but Draco, your not broken, just bent a little.” I run my fingers through his hair. I can feel him, slowly, start to relax. He lets out a large yawn. “You should rest.”

“NO! I can’t close my eyes! Please don’t make me! They come back, when I do.” He starts shaking and rocking again. Tears are coursing down his face. Damn, I didn’t mean to set him off so soon.

“Shh, it’s okay, Draco. I’m here now, and I won’t let anyone hurt you, ever again. From now on, you have two master vampires, and a human, born on the Hellmouth, protecting you. And, don’t forget about Severus, Harry, and your father. They care greatly about you, and would do anything for you. Now, what can I do to get you to go to bed? What would make you feel safer?” As I rock him and talk, the tears slowly dry.

“Would you stay with me?” Draco asks, in a very quiet voice. He refuses to make eye contact, I guess, out of fear of how I’ll react. I can also hear his stomach growling.

“I would be honored to stay with you, Draco. I just didn’t want to do anything, to make you feel unsafe. But for me to agree to stay, you have to try and eat something. Alright?”

He slowly stands up, and almost collapses from weakness, but I catch him. He slowly, makes a nod of agreement. I carry him over to the bed, and prop him up against the pillow, and call for a house elf. I whisper to her, what to bring Draco; she looks relieved, that I am getting Draco to eat. I kick off my shoes and slip into the bed. Draco fidgets next to me, sneaking, not so covert, glances. Finally, I just pull him close to me, so that his head is resting against my chest, and my arm is around his waist. That’s when I feel him relax. I make sure he is covered in the blankets, because without any body fat, and very little clothing, he must be freezing. I place a kiss on the top of his head, just as an elf brings in the cup of oatmeal I asked for.

“Here Draco, I had the house elf prepare oatmeal, with a little brown sugar. That should be easy for your stomach to digest, because, according the house elf, the last time you ate, with out throwing it back up, was over a week ago.” I slowly feed Draco the oatmeal, because his hands shook too much to feed himself. It only takes a few minutes, because, despite his protests, Draco was very hungry.

“Now Draco, I’m here and will keep the bad dreams away. I will wake you if you start to have one. You don’t have to worry about me falling asleep; I rarely sleep at night, and need very little sleep anyway.”

“C-C-Can you tell me a story? I’m afraid to sleep.”

“Sure, I think I can do that. Let me think.” I move him around, so that we are both laying down more, and turn off the light. I notice there is a nightlight on, across the room. I also see a stuffed dragon on the nightstand. I can tell by looking at it, that Draco usually sleeps with it, but must be too embarrassed to ask for it. I reach over, and place the stuffed animal in his arms. He gives me a small smile.

“Now, once upon on a time in a land far, far, away, there was a beautiful prince, name Draconis…”
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End Part Four

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