Draco's POV

I heard voices as I woke though I kept my eyes closed. I noticed the concern and anger in my godfather's voice. I knew that I would get more information; if they thought that I was still asleep. "How could you allow me to treat that boy as a spoiled brat, when you knew differently? You know how I felt about Lily and have used it repeatedly. However, with the boy you allowed me to focus on the hatred for the boy's father knowing it was not true."

I could hear the manipulation and calm in the headmaster's voice. "It was necessary, Severus. Don't you see that this is everything that was needed? I did what I had to do to ensure that the boy has what he needs to defeat the Dark Lord. You did not see him being possessed by the Dark Lord. I did. It was his pity and love that was able to repel the Dark Lord. If you knew and interfered in his raising; then your cover would have been blown. I could not allow it."

"You could not allow it. He was just a boy." My godfather spat. I could not believe what I was hearing.

I heard Dumbledore speak through gritted teeth. "He has never been just a child. It is not my fault that you did not hear the whole prophecy. The prophecy was extremely specific. 'The one with the power to vanquish the Dark Lord approaches…born to those that have thrice defied him, born as the seventh month dies…and the Dark Lord will mark him as a his equal, but he will have power the Dark Lord knows not…and either must die at the hand of the other for neither can live while the other survives…the one with power to vanquish the Dark Lord will be born as the seventh month dies…'"

Snape collapsed. "It mattered not to you how the boy lived, because you knew that he would more than likely die. Neither can be killed unless by the hand of the other. You knew that he would have to face the Killing Curse, yet again."

"Yes, only three of us knew. The boy will die. There is nothing to be done for it. For Voldemort to die, then Harry must die. I was happy when he begged the Sorting Hat to put him in any other house than Slytherin. He was placed in a house that would encourage putting others and the greater good above oneself."

I listened and almost jumped when my godfather laughed. "I bet you did not count on Hogwarts taking the matter out of your hands. She bound two Slytherins to him. He has already started to see and feel the truth for himself. Yet, what you did not count on was that it will give him the strength to see HIS goal completed. It weakened your control over him. He will have a hard time trusting you with all your hidden secrets."

I could feel eyes on me as I struggled to remain still. "I would suggest that you not be here when the boy awakens. We do not need another loss of control. I suggest you arrange either for his own room or to remain in my quarters. I will be damned if I will send him back to that house." Snape spoke fiercely.

I heard him sit between me and Harry. I took the chance and opened my eyes. I noticed that his eyes were closed, and sadness was on his face as he appeared to be lost in memories. "I would be cautious. He did say that you and I were the only ones that did not treat him as if he were special and treated him like a normal person."

He turned towards me. "There is nothing normal about being treated with contempt and hatred or about being verbally abused which is what I have done. He will need serious help if he considers that normal."

"Do you think we will be able to leave, soon?"

"You and Blaise will return to your dorm this afternoon in time for dinner. However, Potter will remain here for a while longer. It has been decided that some of his constant pain is due to bones that were broken that were never healed properly. He will be here for some time, yet. He will be put in an induced coma. His bones will be regrown with magic to ensure that they are completely healed. It will also help build up his physical strength to counter the years of starvation. He may grow to his actual height with magic regrowing them. It seems that for years his situation prevented him from growing properly. I just wished I knew how it happened."

"What will become of him? What will become of Blaise and me?" I asked but afraid of the answer.

He sighed. "I cannot answer that; however, I expect to speak with you and Blaise about this connection when you return to the dorms. We shall meet in my quarters after dinner." I watched him leave. I dreaded that conversation. At the same time, I felt relief that everything is out in the open.

Blaise POV

It has been two weeks, since the first day of school. I knew that Draco was being drawn more and more to Harry. I could feel myself being the same; however, it was more so for Draco; because of their tense rival. Even in a coma, I could still feel the boy's emotion rage. I knew that I was attracted to the boy.

As we sat on either side of the boy, I realized something that even Draco has yet to admit. I looked up at him and my voice trembled. "You have been in love with him, for a while."

Draco did not look up at me but just looked at the boy and rubbed his hand. "Yes, I believe I always have been however, I only realized it the day we found him in the forest. I love you, too. It is just more intense with Potter. What about you because I know that you have been developing feeling for him?"

He finally looked at me. I could see the conflict in his eyes. "I am not sure. I know that I have been feeling a tug of protection for him since our fourth year. I do feel attracted to him. I guess it could become more; however, it seems that he is more drawn and connected more strongly to you. We will have to wait and see what develops. I will say that if it is nothing more than a brotherly affection; while you two develop something more; then I will not be disappointed. I know that I will always be connected to you both." I knew the words I spoke to be true but saddened me.

I watched Draco turned back to the boy. "I guess only time will tell. I know that Snape is frustrated. Dumbledore insists on waiting for Potter to wake to decide where he should go. What worries me is rejection? I am not sure I can handle that again. He may want to rejoin the Golden Trio. I am sure they do not deserve him. Weasley is only after being connected to the Chosen One. I am not sure of Granger. She has feeling for Weasley; however, I am unsure of what her motives towards Potter are."

I heard footsteps. "Speaking of the Trio, I suggest you get ready because they are approaching."

We smiled at each other. "What are you two doing here? We know you have something to do with the reason he is still here. I am not sure what you have lied about to allow Dumbledore to let you be here."

I noticed Draco glaring at Ron. "It shows what ignorance you have. I have nothing to do with the reason he is still here. If you want that answer then speak with Potter, but since you can't; then I suggest you ask Dumbledore or Professor McGonagall. They know the true reason. We are not leaving."

I could feel aggravation come off across the link. I smirked because since I focused more on two weeks prior, I realized I was more in tune with the emotions coming across the link and could detect Potter's versus Draco's. I looked up at them and said, "I would suggest you either calm down or leave and come back in the morning. He is not supposed to be aggravated."

Hermione looked mad. "We won't aggravate him!"

I looked at her closely. I thought I saw something in it but not sure what. "You might not, but your boyfriend is. I cannot allow that."

"You cannot know that. You lie!" Ron gritted. His wand being held tightly at his side.

"I can assure that I know. I am not lying." Draco smirked. "I am about out of my patience. I would suggest you return later."

Ron raised his wand; however, before he could utter the hex, he was tossed backwards. I was shocked. Neither I nor Draco had our wands in sight. Hermione was looking at us suspiciously. Hermione looked at Harry and frowned. However, for a moment I thought that I saw contempt for a moment.

"I think Granger is just an oblivious Gryffindor." Draco stated.

"I doubt that. For a moment, I thought I saw a flash of contempt in her eyes. Something is not right about those two." I stated.

We thanked Harry for his protection though not necessary. They reassured him that they were both okay. They could feel him and his magic calming down. "It is amazing that even in a coma that he could even respond that way. I wonder what would happen if he could fully tap into wandless magic." I wondered out loud.

"We should look into it and see what Professor Snape thinks." Draco agreed. Madame Pomfrey was there telling us it was time to leave. I listened as Draco explained what happened with the Gryffindors. She stated that she would run a diagnostic to make sure that he was okay.

Draco POV

I awoke in the middle of night. My chest seemed very tight. I was sweating. I felt very frantic and scared. I took several deep breathes and worked on my shields. It was then that I realized what I was feeling was coming from Potter. I quickly gathered my robes and rushed to the hospital wing.

Upon entering the wing, I noticed immediately that Potter was thrashing about on the bed. I rushed to his side and took his hand. I began to rub circle on it and whispered. "It is okay. You are safe. You are at Hogwarts. I am here. I will not let anything harm you." Harry kept thrashing. "Please, Harry you need to calm down. You are still healing. You could cause yourself more damage." Harry still did not to respond. I just climbed onto the bed and pulled him closer to me wrapping my arms around him completely. "Please, I am here. You are safe." I whispered in his ear.

I could feel that he was beginning to calm down. Madame Pomfrey appeared. I quickly explained what had happened. She asked me to move run diagnostics. The moment I moved; he began to thrash about again. I quickly moved back to him and began to whisper. This time he was not calming down. I was not surprised to see Blaise arrive. "Take his hand." I stated.

"Something is happening. His scar is red and bleeding." Blaise stated.

"Do you think we can use the bond to enter his mind?" I asked as Madame Pomfrey rushed out of the room.

"If it can be done; then I think it will have to be you. You have a deeper connection to him." Blaise frowned.

"I am not sure that it is deeper. It just seems that way because both of us has had more traumatic experiences than you. I will try." I placed myself virtually on top of the boy. I kissed the scar and pushed my desire to enter and help through the connection.

I was back in Malfoy Manor. I would recognize my home anywhere. I saw my parents and aunt. My aunt was torturing my mother. I could feel the excitement move through me. They kept repeating that they knew nothing. I tried not to immediately pull out when I heard the Dark Lord's voice, "You promised me your son. You said that he would be mine."

"Please, my wife knew nothing of the arrangement. I do not know what is going on. I was just as shocked as you were, my Lord. I fully intended to keep me bargain. I still do not know what happened. I know not of any bonds formed on my son. I beg you to give me time to find out what is going on, and time to break whatever bond is preventing you from claiming my son. Please, just let my wife go; she knew nothing, but do to me as you see fit."

My aunt stopped. I watched her crumple to the floor. "You failed to get the prophecy which I need. You failed to deliver your son. Why should I give you another chance? I should just kill you or put you in Azkaban. Maybe I should let Fenir have some fun. How would you like to become a werewolf? I know I will grant you time. You have until the New Year to deliver your son to me; however, I will take your beloved. Finish her, Nagini."

I felt each bite into my mother. I felt the eagerness and excitement from both the snake and Dark Lord. It was like I was slowly killing my own mother. I felt sick. I knew I must break the connection. I focused on my need to protect and love for Potter to form a barrier around his mind.

I broke free. I immediately leaned over the side of the bed and began to retch. I just could not stop seeing the images. "What did you see?" Dumbledore demanded instantly.

"Give the boy a moment. He has never experienced what Potter must deal with constantly. It was quite foolish for him to do so." Snape growled as he handed me a cup of water.

I felt arms come around me. I felt a slight kiss on my neck. I relaxed into Blaise's arms and told them everything that I knew including that Potter may have seen more than I had. I slowly begun to realize that it would be a losing battle in trying to protect Potter; however, he could be taught to protect himself. I knew he had the power. He just lacked spell knowledge.

I allowed my mind to drift back to the presence. "You will not be using these boys. I will not allow it." Snape growled.

Dumbledore tilted his head to the side and smiled. "You have no say over Harry. His guardians are muggles, and I AM his Magical Guardian."

"I WILL NOT ALLOW IT! You are as much of his magical guardian as I am. I will pull magical law. You know I am right. It is time that it was recognized. The bond even validates it." Snape stood his ground.

I watched as shock and anger crossed Dumbledore's face. "You wouldn't."

"As a matter a fact, I have already started. You never informed the boy of his inheritance from his parents or godfather, did you?"

"What good would it have done? The boy must die. He was utterly devastated. It would have done nothing for him. He could not do anything with it." Dumbledore snapped.

"It goes to motive. You know how the Ministry loves their Sacred 28, and how they hate magical children being abused. We should be receiving word any day." My godfather smiled.

"You had no right, Severus. You have clearly overstepped your bounds." Dumbledore stated as he stormed from the hospital.

"You overstepped yours long before I did mine." Snape muttered before turning to the boys.

"What was that about professor?" I asked.

"It does not concern you for the moment." Snape looked at Madame Pomfrey. "I must be informed the moment Potter awakens. His life is about to get worse. I must inform Child Services." Snape left with the medwitch returning to her office.

"What do you make of all that?" Blaise asked.

"It seems that Potter was named the heir to the Ancient and Most Noble House of Black. It seems that the boy has been kept ignorant of not just the Wizarding World and magic but his family as well. It is now not a matter of protecting Potter, but a matter of ensuring that he knows how to protect himself, and to fight and duel."

"I agree. I also wondered what law Snape was referring to that would make Dumbledore that angry." Blaise sighed.

I turned slightly and kissed him. "I am not sure, but I believe that it has to do with the Tournament. Remember the Champions had to be of age. It is supposed to form a binding magical contract. Potter was forced to participate. Magic would have to recognize him as an adult to bind him and allow him to compete. One thing is clear, nothing bodes well for either him or I now. We clearly need the protection of Hogwarts. I can only hope she is on our side." I said as I took Potter's hand and leaned back against Blaise.

Hogwarts POV

"Have no worries, Consort? I am on your side as are the Founders. In just a little more time, we will see how the Headmaster and Voldemort handle the return of the Founder especially Salazar Slytherin, himself." She snickered. She knew that none could hear her but the Founder portraits. However, a boy still in a coma heard.