Without really intending to, he and Draco fell into a routine. Although he could now bring himself to visit the Manor without too much discomfort, Narcissa’s well-meaning presence within their proximity and Draco’s apparent distaste his family home resulted in them choosing to spend most of their time together at Harry’s. Harry discovered that, despite some initial hesitation, Draco was eager to learn and a natural talent in the kitchen. This suited him perfectly, as, after years of the contrast of near starvation at the Dursley’s followed by the over indulgent catering by Hogwarts house elves, he was eager to learn to enjoy cooking for himself. He and Draco began spending three or four evenings a week laughing in his kitchen and making their way through a bottle of wine generously provided from the Malfoy family wine collection. Draco almost always ended these evenings in his spare bedroom, which gave them the added delight of shared breakfast. When their nights were interrupted by either of their screams, the other was immediately available to wake and calm them. Neither of them felt awkward about the fact that they both slept better after a bad dream with someone else within arm’s reach.