harry's creature inheritance

All That We've Grown

It's parenting. Chaos. Bottles. Nappies. Cuddles. Magic and lullabies and baby giggles.

I love them so much it aches. Every day.

And I can't wait for what's next. For more babies, more love, more days spent wrapped in this bond we've made stronger with time and tenderness.

We were broken once. But not anymore.

Now, we're whole.

Tom's POV

Watching Ric and Art with those babies... it's the most beautiful thing I've ever seen.

I remember when they first arrived — scared, unsure, and carrying all that weight from their pasts. Now? They're something else entirely.

Theo and Amara don't just have parents; they have warriors who will fight for them, who will protect and love them no matter what. And they have a family. A real one.

I don't always understand the magic that bonds them, but I know it's powerful. It's fierce. It's love.

Being part of their lives, even from the sidelines, has taught me a lot about forgiveness and second chances. About strength in softness. About how family isn't just blood — it's everything else you choose.

I'm proud of them. Proud of the people they've become.

And I'm honored to stand by their side.

Sirius' POV

We have a running joke, me and ric: "You're the dad, Pads, I'm the responsible one."

It's true. Mostly.

But the moment I held Ric's babies, I think something changed. I cried. Like an idiot. (Still worth it.)

They're so small. So loved. So safe.

We fought so long to give Ric that—to give him a world where he could be free and soft and messy and held. And seeing him now? I'd fight ten wars over again just to see that smile on his face.

He's doing it. They all are.

And damn it, we're proud.

Enrico's POV (again)

Tonight, I stood outside with Theo tucked against my chest and looked up at the stars.

The wind was soft. The air was still.

I thought about everything.

About Vernon. About the fear. About the day I collapsed in the corridor and Luna helped me breathe. About the time Luc kissed me for the first time. About the time Sev tucked me into bed because I was too sad to move. About the time Art stood in front of me, fists raised, daring the world to try again.

About our babies.

And about my inheritance.

my creature inheritance.

The one I inherited from dad's side—the power that gave me my mates. The bond that pulled us together when everything else tried to tear us apart. It wasn't just magic; it was part of who I am.

That inheritance saved me. It gave me strength. It gave me love.

It helped us build this life.

It saved us.

But we did the rest.

And now, holding Theo, listening to Amara's soft snores from the bassinet, and feeling the bond thrumming gently in the back of my mind... I know this is just the beginning.

We're not just surviving anymore.

We're living.

We're loving.

We're home.

Author's Note

Wow, I can't believe we've reached the end of this story! Looking back over the last few years, it's honestly been such an incredible journey. From those first nervous chapters to now, I've loved every minute of writing and sharing this world with all of you.

A massive thank you to everyone who's read, voted, and messaged me along the way. Your support has meant the absolute world, and your ideas—oh my gosh, your ideas!—helped shape the story in so many amazing ways. I'm so grateful to all the wonderful people who took the time to send me suggestions and encouragement. You really helped bring this story to life.

These characters have become like family to me, and I hope you feel the same way too. It's been incredible to watch them grow and heal together, and I'm so happy to have shared that with you.

Even though this chapter is the last one for now, I want you to know there's definitely something else coming. I've got a little spark of a new story brewing, and I can't wait to share it with you when the time is right.

Thank you all so much for being part of this journey. I'm so lucky to have you along for the ride.

With lots of love,
[levi-jai]