Ghosts ✔️

Chapter 68

The words were new to both men, and they weren't sure in what sense the other man meant them. They hadn't really said those three words since they got together, unless they were sarcastic. They were falling hard and fast it seemed, but there was such a comfort in knowing that their relationship was secure, that neither man minded.

"Are you ready to get dressed and head to The Manor?", Draco asked.

"Can we just lay about for a little bit please?"

"Anything for my Harry."

"Morning kisses?", he asked sweetly.

With a quiet laugh, Draco grabbed his wand and cast a cleaning charm on the both of them.

"Come here you."

Harry was amazed at how quickly Draco could make him feel better. He knew that everything Draco promised was true. They would be okay, Harry wouldn't let anything or anyone come in between him and his Draco.

"You're so insanely special Draco. I've said it before and I'll say it again, I do not know where I would be without you."

"You're very sweet, but I'm sure you would've been fine Harry."

"I don't think so. Even the 'savior of the wizarding world' needs some saving sometimes. You saved me when I really didn't have anyone else. I have lots of friends I suppose, but I've never had anyone this close to me in this way, and it's really nice to feel wanted in this way. Do you know what I mean?"

"That you like that I want to kiss you all the time?", Draco teased, brushing his lips against Harry's.

"That's exactly what I mean. You can joke with me like this but I know exactly what you mean. You understand me like no one else does, even without the mental connection."

"That's because you're special to me, and you deserve to know that."

With one last kiss, the two men got out of bed and got dressed in comfortable clothes. Draco helped Harry collect his things, including Scarhead Jr, and then they flooed to The Manor.

"Good morning boys, how are you feeling?"

"I've been better", Harry admitted, grabbing Draco's hand.

"We're both just a bit worried we won't get enough time to be together together, but we talked it out this morning. We have a panic word, and today we're going to look for places we can meet if we're not together."

"I'm proud of you boys for being so open with your communication. It's extremely important in making a relationship work."

"I'm not letting him go", Harry replied, looking adoringly at his Draco.

"Likewise", Draco promised, pecking Harry quickly on the lips.

"Let's eat so you can get a move on. It's going to be so quiet around here without either of you."

"I'm sure the peace will be a welcome change Mother. Besides, we'll come to visit on weekends."

"Wonderful. Write to me at least once a week. Both of you."

"Of course", Harry promised.

They finished breakfast, and Harry helped Draco collect his things.

"Take care Draco, I love you", Narcissa said, pulling Draco in for a hug.

"I love you too, Mother. I'll see you soon."

"Harry, be safe and stay well. If you need anything, please don't forget you can come to me."