Chapter notes:

Closing the circle

Story Notes:

A very short chapter to bring things to a close.

Previously on Friendly Interference: chapter 11

There had been an owl waiting when Hermione and Draco got to the breakfast table. Narcissa was sick.

Draco and Hermione had hurriedly gotten a few things together and taken the special floo to France.

When they arrived Remy had taken Draco directly to Narcissa. His mother looked older than he'd ever seen. The healer had spoken a few words to Draco and Hermione. It appeared Narcissa didn't want to get well. She wasn't even trying.

Initially, Draco had gone in alone to speak to his mother. He had called Hermione in twenty minutes later. Draco had left the room leaving Hermione and his mother alone.

Hermione had talked to Narcissa. They had discussed many things. Hermione had assured Narcissa. "Things have changed. Not many witches or wizards care what the now dead Lucius had or had not done."

Hermione had used a little Friendly Interference to remind Narcissa. "You were as good a wife as you could be. Many of the pureblood wizards did exactly as they pleased with no thought of consequences. The truth is, Luciano would probably have been supported a lot earlier if the Dark Lord had not risen and compromised Lucius' search for his child."

After Narcissa and Hermione had finished their conversation, Hermione had called for food. Narcissa had eaten. Hermione and Draco remained in France for a week taking care of Narcissa.

At the end of that time, Narcissa had been up and about. She had even talked openly to Hermione about Luciano. They had made some strides. Narcissa had admitted, "I cannot stand side by side with the mother of Lucius' son but I will sign the papers accepting Luciano into the Malfoy line."

Luciano had been introduced to Narcissa during his next school break. She had found him to be a strong and personable young wizard. From that point on, Luciano had appeared in every family portrait and had attended every family gathering.

When all the dust had settled, Hermione and Draco had made an announcement of their own. They were going to be parents in seven months.

Narcissa had been thrilled. She was going to be a grandmother. She had acquired a step son and would soon have a grandchild. For a witch who had smiled a minimum of three times in her entire life, Narcissa had kept a perpetual smile.

Life had moved on.

One Saturday as they prepared to meet their friends at TAW Draco had commented on the dress Hermione would be wearing. "You are a very married, pregnant witch. You should not be wearing that dress."

Hermione had looked at herself in the mirror. She had looked stunning. She had faced her husband and replied, "I'm wearing it for you love. I want to look good by your side."

Draco had mumbled, "I love you. You look good to me all the time. I don't want every wizard within shouting distance ogling what belongs to me."

Hermione had quipped, "But I'm married to you. You are the father of our coming child. It's you I love. Let them ogle. If someone gets too close you may hex them."

Draco had grabbed Hermione and had begun to tickle her. He had cheeked, "Don't you for one minute think I won't hex someone Granger."

Hermione had still been giggling at her jealous husband as she replaced her lovely dress with a pair of jeans and a jumper.

A thought had run through Hermione's head. In a month Draco wouldn't have to worry about any other wizard taking a second look. Her protruding stomach would make any wizard look the other way.

Friendly Interference: chapter 12

Closing the circle…

Baby Scorpius had been born six months later. Hermione and Draco had been amazed at their gorgeous, brown haired, gray eyed bundle of joy. Narcissa had fallen in love at first sight. Luciano had been enchanted with his nephew as well. The first baby of the new circle had been born. All the friends had been in a state of excitement. Visitors had come from all over to see Scorpius and bring him gifts. Life was good for all the Malfoys. Hermione and Draco would go on to have two more children, Lyra Narcissa and Aurora Jean. Hermione and Draco had come a very long way. They were so far removed from the two teen enemies who had once despised each other. One night as they snuggled together on the couch Draco had commented, "If that muggle, woman writer could only see us now. She had been so sure we'd never be together." Hermione had quipped, "What does she know? She has only ever written fiction. We're Dramione forever" To this day, Draco has continued to call his wife Granger whenever he is under stress. Hermione has continued to call Draco by his surname whenever he gives her trouble. It's perfect.

Hermione and Draco's group of friends had moved on with their lives as well.

Harry and Seana had married a year after Draco and Hermione. They had their first son the same year (James had come early. That's their story and they're sticking to it). and a child each year for the next four years. Each time a new Potter child had been born the friends in the circle had laughed and quipped, "Who knew the boy who lived would be so prolific." It had become a long running joke.

Even though she had been a few years older, Ilir had found himself seriously interested in Marisol. Marisol had been wary of dating Ilir. She had worried about the repercussions. It had taken a little Friendly Interference on Harry, Draco and Theo's part to get Ilir and Marisol on the right track. Ilir and Marisol were often in England. They had even talked about moving there permanently. Enough time had passed for Narcissa and Marisol to be in the same room without mayhem breaking out.

After possibly the longest courtship known to the wizarding world, Theo and Lucia had gotten married. They had been rewarded nine months later with a set of raven haired twin boys with brilliant blue eyes.

Blaise had continued to run in and out of everyone's life. At age thirty Blaise had found a witch named Sara whom he wanted to be with for the rest of his life. After putting Blaise off for an entire year, Sara had finally let him catch her. Playboy Blaise had ceased to exist.

After finishing school in Brazil, Luciano had moved to England to continue his studies. His mum had Ilir. Luciano Malfoy hadn't felt the least bit guilty leaving Brazil behind. Luciano had grown to be as powerful a wizard as his father. Not many wizards challenged him about anything. Luciano had also worked part time under Xavier's tutelage to learn the investment business. Luciano and Draco often worked side by side. He turned out to be just as sharp as his brother Draco. Luciano had the same temperament as Lucius and Draco. It was a scary thing to see both Draco and Luciano angry at the same time.

Without any help from Remy, Xavier met and married a French witch named Tallia. They are happily married and look forward to their life together. When they start having babies, their children will also be part of the new circle.

Ginny and Ron had remained in California, USA. Ron has been married three times. He is currently dating a young model whom he plans on making wife number four. He has three red headed children. All boys. One from each marriage. He has remarked, "I have other plans. My children will not be attending Hogwarts." Ginny married a Hollywood producer. She has had two children. Ginny has made it known. She does want her children to be part of the circle. Her children will be attending Hogwarts. When she visits England, Ginny meets up with Hermione, Seana, Lucia, Sara, Tallia and Marisol for tea. Ginny and Harry are civil towards each other. But nothing will ever bring back the camaraderie and trust they once shared. Everybody has had to live with the choices they've made.

All the babies are growing up within a tight circle of friends. Their parents look forward to the day they too will board the Hogwarts Express for the first time.

And so the circle had begun again. The difference being; This time there wouldn't be a Voldemort to disrupt their lives. If some evil thing does turn up, this generation will be ready. They will handle it. After all, they would have had some of the best teachers in the wizarding world. Their parents.

The End

End Notes:

Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to read and review my story. I've had fun doing it. I'm not a NexGen person so I'll leave this story right here (maybe). You can use your imaginations and my updates to figure how all the lives have played out.