Previously

I rolled over and got comfortable, I needed sleep if I was to deal with everything tomorrow. But one thing was sure.

The Malfoy's were going to pay.

Chapter 17
Hadrian POV

The next time I woke up, it was almost sunrise , I laid still for a while and felt refreshed, I had not slept that long since I was a child, and it felt wonderful not to be sleep deprived.

I rolled onto my back and stared up the green canopy of the bed. A lot had happened yesterday and it was still hard for me to wrap my head around everything. Marvolo who is the Dark Lord has help and healed me, a small smile graced my lips as I though about Marvolo, it was quite difficult to believe that he was the cruel, bloodthirsty and sadistic murderer everyone made him out to be. Even if Marvolo had killed people I would not judge him for it, we all have our demons and Voldemorts demons might just be slightly bigger-wait I take that back, a lot bigger. Even though I was not their to witness it happen stories were told by Death Eaters about how Voldemorts was a ruthless dueler and killed anyone who got in his way. I won't say that killing is good, because it's definitely not but it was war, the Dark had also lost many people ,it was war, people die in war no matter what precautions they took.

As I lay in bed staring up at the canopy, the sun had risen and I did not know if I felt exited or dreaded the day that was to come.

I could tell by the look on Marvolo's face yesterday when we had spoken of Draco ,he was clearly angry and I knew he was going to torture the Malfoy's, the problem was that I did not know what I felt about the Malfoys being tortured. Even though they had never been there for me and treated me like a house elf, they were still my blood and I yet I am grateful for the way they had treated and raised me. For I know as a fact, if I were raised like Draco and Cedrella I would be just like them, spoilt and demanding anything and everything I could get. Their was even I possibility that I would not of met Marvolo and I felt my chest ache at the thought of not having Marvolo around. Even though it had been less that a month, Marvolo was a big part of my life ,which I am grateful for. Without Marvolo I would definitely be dead, knowing the Malfoy's they would not berry me, probably give me to the house elves and tell them to get rid of the body.

A knock broke me from my train of though.

I turned my head towards the door when it opened and Marvolo stepped in, he quietly closed the door and padded his way to the side of my bed ,I lay still watching him from my spot in the bed, feeling lazy and conflicted to move . Marvolo took a seat on the bed, making the bed dip and we stared at each other, it seemed to be happening a lot these days, the staring.

Marvolo had seated himself close to me, if he had to lean over our foreheads would touch. Slowly Marvolo brought his hand up towards my face and cupped my cheek, I felt my breath hitch as I stared at Marvolo not knowing what to do. Marvolo caressed my cheek before removing his hand from me entirely, and I would admit I missed the contact immediately.

Their was something about Marvolo that made me feel safe, welcomed and at home. It scared me for I did not know how long the Dark Lords fascination would last with me, I was an ordinary person. I was not rich, not popular, did not have any influence, I was not pretty or beautiful and I could not even do magic. As much as it hurt to admit it I was useless. All I could do was household chores. I almost snorted maybe the dark lord wanted me to do his laundry once he got bored of me.

" Breakfast is ready. " the Dark Lords voice snapped me out of my thoughts.

I nodded my willing to test out if my voice is strong enough to speak, I knew that I would be a stuttering mess.

I carefully sat up mindful not to touch Marvolo. Though I do not think sitting up was the best idea as it brought us closer, our faces inches apart from each other and I could feel the light breeze of his breath fanning over my face. He didn't move and I did not know if I should lean back or not. I did not know what it was but I felt the need to move forward. I did not know why but I knew something big would happen if I moved forward.

It scared me because I finally got away from the Malfoy's, even if is only for a little but bit I did not want the feeling to go away. I did not want Marvolo to leave me.  He made me feel these weird emotions that I never felt before, like the warmth in my chest whenever he was around or the need to smile whenever Marvolo smiled or laughed. It felt like whenever Marvolo was happy I was happy.

I needed more time before things changed, I wanted Marvolo the way he is now and not changed, though I would not mind change later, after everything calmed down, if they ever calmed down .

Making my decision I stayed still not moving an inch and spoke softly.

" We should get breakfast. " I was glad I did not stutter. Marvolo continued to look at me for several more seconds wrote he got up from the bed and held out a hand for me.

" Shouldn't I change into something decent first? " I asked taking his hand.

" No, their is no need to be so formal with me Hadrian. It is just the two of us and I do not care what you where. " he said as his hand wrapped around mine, and he gently pulled me up from the bed.

I blushed as I was pulled out of bed, completely forgetting that I had slept in a big shirt I had found yesterday with my heart pants that was cleaned.

" Umm. "

I stood still fidgeting on the spot as I saw Marvolo watching his eyes moving over the length of my body lingering longer than necessary on certain parts of my body.

" Maybe I should um.....pit some pants on. "  I whispered trying to avoid looking at him.

" As I said Hadrian it does not matter what you were ,come, I'm sure the elves are getting anxious. " since Marvolo had yet to let go of my hand he tugged and I was forced to follow him to the dining room, without any pants on. Not that I minded ,actually I was quit comfortable. Which is weird, I'm half naked with a person I've known less than a month but then again Marvolo wasn't any person was he, no he was the bloody Dark Lord .

We silently made our way towards the dining room and took our seats . Their was a silence the whole time, it wasn't awkward or anything but it sort of felt..... peaceful.

When breakfast was done Marvolo told me that I needed to get dressed as we were going to Malfoy Manor ,and disappeared somewhere.

I quickly made my way towards the rooms I slept in which I have dubbed mine and went straight into the bathroom, I needed a shower desperately.

As soon as I stepped into the water I was in heaven, I had never showered in warm water ,it was pure bliss. I stayed still savouring the feeling of the warmth of the water hitting my body. I grabbed the soap with was strawberry scented and took my time to wash myself.

Once done with washing myself I reluctantly turned off the water and stepped out. I grabbed a fluffy white towel and wrapped it around myself once I was dried.

Padding my way back into the bedroom I saw an outfit was placed on the bed. It must be what the elf's set out for me.

When I had finished dressing I walked towards the mirror and stopped in front of it and stared. I could not believe this was me. It had to be someone else.

Their in the mirror stood a pretty boy, raven black hair fell slightly past the shoulders still damp , pale creamy smooth skin with feminine features, big bright emerald green eyes framed by thick long black lashes that looked back at me and rosy red lips parted in surprise.

He was wearing a dark green robe which made his eyes stand out more and look bigger if that was even possible. The robes fitted like a second skin and showed the lean but feminine body, muscled legs, wide hips and a firm chest with equally firm arms. If not a bit on the thin side.

A knock on the door brought me snapped my eyes away from my reflection and towards the door.

" Come in. " I called.

Marvolo entered and he had changed as well, he wore pitch black robes which was tight but not skin tight, though it did make his chest stand out ,a very muscular chest by the looks of things
We stood still staring ,drinking each others forms in.

Finally Marvolo broke the silence.
" You look beautiful Hadrian. " he spoke coming towards me.

"Thank you  ,you look nice as well. " I said and from the corner of my eye I saw my reflection with red cheeks.

" Are you ready to go? "

Taking a deep breath I nodded.

" Take my arm and we shall apparate to Malfoy Manor. "

I looked at the arm being held out towards me and I before I could change my mind I grasped the arm. The next thing I knew was a tugging sensation in the pit of my stomach.