Author Note: Hey guys, this is my first shot at a Lily/James fic, and to be honest, I'm starting to doubt whether or not I actually like it. So please, read, review, chapter two will be up within the next couple days.

**I do not own Harry Potter. Obviously.**

Chapter 1: It all starts somewhere!

Darkness was crashing in. The world as one young girl knew it was falling apart, and there was nothing she could do to stop it. Flashes of bright red and green flew past her, as she ran, ran as fast as her little legs would carry her. Tears streamed down her cheeks, and the noise became unbearable.

"DAMN DEATH EATERS!!! SHE'S A LITTLE GIRL!! LEAVE HER FAMILY BE!!!" The nice man who had told her to run was yelling at the scary hooded people, colorful flashes emitting from the stick in his hand. Tuney, where did you go?!

She stopped suddenly, her bright red curls swinging into her face. A soft whimper sounded from her right. "Tuney?"

"Lily! Hurry, get in here!" Petunia's head appeared from the bushes, and Lily dove in beside her. Jack and Rose Evans quickly ran their hands over Lily, checking for any injuries.

Rose gave a sigh of relief, and hugged her youngest daughter to her. "Lily dear, we were so worried." Lily gazed up at her mother, taking in the cuts and scratches on her pretty face. "Mommy, what happened? Who are those people?"

Jack began stroking Petunia's hair. "Lily, sweet heart, mommy and daddy have to tell you something. You are a witch." Lily tore her gaze from her mother to gape at her father, more tears welling in her eyes. "A w-witch? B-but w-why me?"

"When you were born, we received a letter. You have the blood of a witch in you, and you were accepted at birth into a very famous school for young witches and wizards." Rose paused, and kissed her head. "It is called Hogwarts, and at the end of this summer, you will be going there."

Billions of thoughts were flying through Lily's head. I'm a witch? Wow... But why isn't Tuney a witch? Or mommy? "You are what they call a muggle-born witch. Apparently, there is an evil wizard who hates such witches, and muggles, too. Those hooded people are his followers. It would appear that they find you a threat my darling. Your Headmaster is protecting us, along with some help."

"Why Lily mom? What makes her so special?" Petunia sniffled, tears falling down her cheeks.

"She was chosen for some reason dear. I will never know why, but it is our job to keep her safe as family, right?" Tuney nodded, and grabbed Lily's hand. "We'll keep you safe Lils!! …Mom.. What about Sev?"

Rose' smile faltered, and Jack shook his head. "We don't know dears. He is a wizard, but it would appear that he is a half-blood, so therefore he is safe. Why don't we see if we can find a safer spot to hide, okay? Rose, you carry Lily, and Petunia, you hop on my back." The girls did as they were told, and the family set off into the dark.

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One month later…

"Lily! If you don't wake up you are going to be late!" Rose smiled as the tell-tale crash that sounded from above let her know that her youngest daughter was up.

Lily fell out of bed. Ouch… What the… OH MY GOSH! HOGWARTS TODAY! "Mom, we have to hurry!! I don't even know where Platform nine and three quarters is!" Giggling wildly, she brushed her hair, and let it fall into soft ringlets. Sighing with contentment, she grabbed her trunk, and almost flew down the stairs.

"Ready to go, champ?" Jack smiled down at his youngest, and took her trunk. "Let's get you to that station."

The family piled into their Volvo, and set out for King's Cross Station. When they arrived, Lily noticed a box that Petunia had been holding. "What's in the box, Tuney?"

Petunia grinned, and pushed it into her hands. "I got you a gift… So you don't forget me when you go to your fancy school." Tears filled Lily's eyes, and she slowly took the lid of the box. A small, ebony cat jumped out and meowed at Lily.

"Oh Tuney!! He's gorgeous! What's his name?" Petunia looked at her feet, and smiled even wider. "His name is Jasper. The guy at the store said that he was the most regal and well-behaved cats he had gotten."

Lily grabbed Petunia in a hug. "Thank you so much Tuney. Now, let's find my platform!" Rose and Jack grabbed the girl's hands, and walked down to platform nine.

The first thing they noticed was a lone boy, gazing at the brick wall between platforms nine and ten. As the Evans' approached, the boy smiled at them. "Hogwarts?" Lily nodded enthusiastically, and took his hand. "Lily Evans. And you are?"

The boy looked down at their joined hands and smiled again. "Remus Lupin. I assume that you are muggle-born? You were looking a little confused." Lily smiled. "Yes, I am, and proud of it! So, Remus, what are you looking at?"

He gazed at the wall. "The gateway to our future. You ready?" With a look at her parents for support, Lily nodded, and together, they stepped through the brick wall.

A large scarlet steam engine lay before the Evans' and Remus. All around them, families were saying their goodbyes, and kids were boarding the train. "Okay Lily," Rose began, "We love you. You and Remus will have a fantastic time. We will see you at Christmas, yeah?"

Lily nodded, and hugged them all. Rose stooped down to hug Remus. "You keep an eye on her, you hear? We've had a rough summer, and having a nice friend like you will be a refreshing change for Lily. I am entrusting my daughter's safety in you, Remus. Take care of her."

Remus swallowed. "I will Mrs. Evans." Rose smiled, and stepped back to watch as Lily and Remus hopped aboard the train. As the train slowly pulled away from the station, Petunia waved furiously, until the steamer was no longer in sight.