Suffering: Part 5

Mysterious Figure

"I cannot wait for bedtime," Severus whispers into your ear as he sits beside you at the table in the kitchen. Just as twin 2 year old's run into the kitchen from their playroom joyfully. "Mama, the ducks," they giggle. You just grin at the men, realizing you have other more pressing responsibilities.

Your hand goes to your brow, "That's right. The ducks. Very well, you've twisted my arm. After breakfast, we will go see the ducks," you tell them

Severus smirks, "I knew she couldn't resist the ducks," he says before turning to Lucius, "Looks like you owe me a galleon, old man." Lucius rolls his eyes and responds, "Fine," handing him the coin.

After breakfast, the LuLu and PopPop get the twins ready for their outing with you.

You tell the men, "Do I have your attention? Everyone?" you ask looking at the twins and then the men standing behind.

"We are going to go visit the ducks. LuLu and PopPop will not be here when we get back. They are free to do whatever they wish as long as they do not return until dinner time," you say with a playfulness.

The twins' faces light up with excitement, and they hug their fathers before running towards the door. Lucius chuckles, "Well, it seems we've been dismissed." Severus nods, "Indeed," he remarks with a grin. Lucius looks at you, his blue eyes piercing you from across the room.

"Love you," you tell your husbands as you grab the girls hands, apparating them to Giggleswick Gardens.

The moment your feet touch the ground at Giggleswick Gardens, the air is filled with the scent of blooming flowers and the cheerful chirping of birds. The girls immediately pull you toward the pond, their laughter ringing through the air like a melody.

"Look, Mama! The ducks! So fluffy" one of the twins exclaims, pointing at the group of ducks paddling serenely on the water's surface.

You smile, feeling a sense of peace wash over you. "Yes, they are, darling. Let's go feed them."

Together, you walk to the edge of the pond, where you hand each girl a small bag of duck food. They eagerly throw the food into the water, giggling as the ducks quack and scramble to catch each morsel.

As you watch your twins, you can't help but reflect on how moments like these are the ones that truly matter.

After the ducks have had their fill and the girls have run off to explore the garden's playground, you find a quiet bench under a large willow tree. Sitting down, you take a deep breath, letting the tranquility of the lush scenery seep into your soul.

The gentle rustling of the willow's leaves above creates a soothing melody, harmonizing with the distant laughter of children playing. You close your eyes for a moment, savoring the peacefulness that envelopes you.

Opening your eyes, you notice an elderly couple walking hand in hand along the path, their smiles radiating a lifetime of shared memories. A sense of warmth fills your heart as you think about the journey ahead, the many more moments of joy, discovery, and love that await you and your family.

Lost in thought, you almost don't notice the small robin that hops onto the ground near your feet, its bright eyes curious and hopeful.

The world around you seems to slow, each detail more vibrant and meaningful. The fragrant scent of blooming flowers drifts on the breeze, mingling with the fresh scent of the earth. You can hear the distant hum of bees busily working, a reminder of the simple yet profound rhythms of nature.

After the girls have had their fill of the playground, you take them to a nearby market, Potions & Provisions Market. The girls assist in shopping for the dinner they are going to help you prepare for their fathers. They insist upon making a cake to which you agree.