Harry let out a sudden and surprised snort at that, his laugh having gotten caught in his throat in an attempt to drown it down. Rationally, Harry could maybe understand that Lucius' monologue had given Draco the idea that Harry had peaked during his deployments; the thought alone was so skewed it was laughable.<br/>He wanted to fully dismantle that idea, much of his thoughts visible in the crooked smile on his lips; he, however, didn't get the chance to speak.<br/>"The point of the matter," Lucius interjected, almost impatient by the two young men's small talk. He turned to once again face Harry.<br/>Harry, surprised by the sudden engagement, realised Lucius had opted to play it off as if this whole sidetrack hadn't been started to spare him the embarrassment of having to correct himself. Uncertain what else to do, Harry pressed his lips together, having to swallow another smile.<br/>"- is, that you have both been abroad. So, for all that the public is concerned, you met at a fundraiser."<br/>Not knowing what other explanation he expected, Harry almost seemed surprised. His eyes darted to Draco, a twitch in his eyebrow as to say that they had only just talked about that. "How long ago, sir?"<br/>Harry only looked at Lucius after having phrased the question, an more relaxed expression in his face.<br/>"Two years this summer," Lucius answered, as if the question itself hadn't been preposterous. "Meaning I expect you to engage as a romantic couple of around 18 months."