Disclaimer: I own everything, but characters mentioned in JK Rowling's books (her glorious books which I could only wish to claim as my writing)
I watched Sirius from a far. His gorgeous fit form leaned up against a chair chatting with his fellow Marauders. If only he knew I existed. In fact I don't think he's even glanced my way in the past 6 years. I wasn't even good enough to be a one night stand, not like I'd stoop that low. He just was so appealing with his dark features and his playful attitude. If only he'd see how much I just wanted a chance to talk, but of course that'd help if I took the chance and said a simple greeting. Everybody started leaving the common room for the train, which would be leaving within the hour. I stood and watched as the four Marauders made their way through the portrait whole with the rest of our classmates. Next year would be different. I would make him notice me. I would make somebody notice me if not him. My last and final year at Hogwarts will be one to remember. Just a summer to accomplish a few goals and everything will be perfect.
"Liz, hurry! You'll miss the train because of that journal," Vita Stahl, my one of few friends shouted at me. She was one part of a trio. Us three, Vita, Marlene, and myself, had been friends since 1st year. Vita was the prettiest of the group in my opinion. She had long dark curly hair. Hair which I would die for, but she would forever complain of it. She had eyes as blue as the sea. She always had a boy tailing after her at sometime or another. She was never the one to have trouble getting a date for a Hogsmeade trip.
"I'm coming. Just let me finish this last sentence." I replied.
I quickly scribbled a finish to my entry. Blushing slightly at the radical thoughts I'd been thinking/writing. Who knew, maybe I'd actually follow through with my words. I did just want a chance.
"Okay, let's get going. As much as I love Hogwarts, I don't want to spend my summer with Dumbledore, McGonagall, and Filch." I stated, giggling slightly at the idea.
"Yeah I'm sure Filch would love us intruding on his and Mrs. Norris' alone time." Vita replied while trying to contain her laughter.
We left through the portrait hole, and made our way to the group that had started to assemble in front of the train. We finally spotted the third in our trio, Marlene McKinnon. She was the most studious portion of our group. She always had a way of keeping us in check. If we even tried to leave our homework off to the last minute we'd be in for a night full of angry glares as we tried to quickly scribble out words to that assignment. She didn't look the 'study hard' type of girl though. Marley had straight platinum blonde hair. Her eyes were full of emotion and big and blue. Not just any blue, but a shocking blue that always made you give a second glance. She once had a descendant of veela blood. Marley definitely got the attention of quite a few boys even if she wouldn't give them the time of day.
Then there's me. I don't quite fit in with my two gorgeous friends. I, Elizabeth LuAnn Stark, was the tomboy of the group. I had always been outside climbing trees or swimming in my pool. My childhood friend, Adam Smith, treated me as if the brother he never had. Some days I had wondered if maybe I should be more of a lady, but I knew that just wasn't me. Though these days with my pixie haircut and short skinny figure I was often call a boy from behind. I just hadn't 'filled out' as my friends, and the rest of the world it seemed, had.
"I thought you two would never get here" Marley exclaimed as we made our way into a compartment.
"Yeah. Liz was caught up in her journal writing as usual" Vita replied.
"I can't help it. Whenever I get an idea, thought, or just something I my mind I need to write it. It's compulsive." I said with a sigh.
We all sat down to make our journey back to Kings Crossing. I settled down and instantly fell asleep. I awoke to the train halting finally. As I walked towards my parents I waved a final goodbye to them and started walking with my parents.
"How'd the year go kiddo?" M father asked.
"It was one not to be repeated, but to learn from." I replied with a shrug.
If only I pull through with my promise. If only I can get enough guts up to be the lady I've secretly always wanted to be. To not envy my friends for things that can not be avoided. If only.
A/N Please Review. Any advice is welcome. Flamers not so much, but I'll take them : )