Dream On

A/U on most of the parts, this is the story of Lily and James Potter. James Potter HAS to prove to the 'perfect prefect' that he is flawless, even when considering his flaws. Typical fluff, but with added spunk! R&R! Rated M for well, what it stands for.

''Dream on, dream on
Dream yourself a dream come true
Dream on, dream on
Dream until your dream come true
Dream on, dream on, dream on...

Sing with me, sing for the years
Sing for the laughter and sing for the tears
Sing with me, if its just for today
Maybe tomorrow the good lord will take you away…''

'Mmm.. Dream on… Mmm' Élizabeth Paré was in her own little world as she was listening to her favourite record playing in her home made music player. Transfiguration had its good sides as well, you know…

'IZA!!' yelled a voice as the compartment door opened. Élizabeth woke up from her trance and grinned as she saw her friend rushing towards her. "LILEEEE' she yelled back as Lily Evans gave her friend a bear hug.

Élizabeth Paré was a tall and lean girl, with straight black hair to her elbows and huge bangs. She had almond shaped hazel eyes with amazingly long lashes. She had a carefree attitude that made her go through anything, like a breeze. Her eyes glittered with happiness as she saw her best friend.

'Oh, My, God! I haven't seen you in like, FOREVER!!' Lily mockingly laughed as Iza pushed her back and rolled her eyes. 'Oh, two days is a big No, No!'

On the other hand, Lily was a very petite girl with a fiery temper. Her long curly auburn hair came down past her shoulders which made her huge emerald eyes stand out. She was envied by many for her beautiful hourglass shape.

"Do shut up…" Lily said laughing "Hey, I was meaning to ask you… How are things with Brandon?" she said on a more serious tone. She remembered that last time they were together, two days ago, that Iza was on the phone with him, fighting.

Éliza's face darkened at the mention of her present boyfriend. "He's an ass!" she said crossing her arms. "He got angry at ME because the IDIOT Black" she said his name as if it were a swear word "sent me a stupid love letter!! Can you believe it?" she said indignantly "I mean what kind of retard sends love letters to girls just to piss them off?? Gosh, what a wanker! So, now Brandon thinks I'm cheating on him with that bullshiter! Like, as if he THINKS I would even go for that dumb bitch!! So he gets mad at me for the stupidness of another fucker!! AH I am SO mad Lee.."

All while her friend was ranting about it, Lily looked at her rolling her eyes. Élizabeth Paré would never change. Her hate towards Sirius Black was just getting incredibly funny. Actually it reminded her of her hate relationship with James Potter, no, she shook that thought of her mind. It was not a relationship and her situation wasn't funny. James was a real Asshole, with a capital A, she convinced herself.

"So I told him that I wasn't going to take his shit with his stupid attitude! I mean he wouldn't stop! Actually he wouldn't listen! Pff… And to think that girls get jealous?? Look at him, I mea-" Éliza's rant was (thankfully, according to Lily) stopped by the entrance of the third member of their trio.

'Hulloooo.. Ladies!!' said a voice from the compartment door.

'ALEXX!!' whooped the girls at the sight of their close friend. 'Oh my god! You just saved me from a near death!' Lily said running to hug Alex. 'Iza was ranting again about her boy issues..'

'Oh my gosh Iza... How many times do we have to tell you… This, thing, of yours, it's bad for your health!' said Alex, smirking, as Lily giggled. Alexander Parkhouse, originally from Wales, was the third member of the trio. Turning to Lily he added 'and anyways, he's not even that good looking!' wich sent them into another fit of giggles. Élizabeth gave a low growl with her classic 'non, mais..' and stayed glued on her seat, sulking at the window. (A/N: 'Non, mais..', is a French expression that would be like an offended 'really')

'Anyhow, it was nice seeing you both… Now I've gotta go to the prefects meeting! I'll be back!' Lily said, giving a pat on Alex's shoulder as he sat down. 'Be good!' she added as she stepped out the compartment with a small smile. The moment she was out, she came face to face with none-other then James Potter. Or should we say the insufferable, inconsiderate, egotistical excuse of a man.

'Ah, my lovely flower! I can't tell you how happy I am to see you!' James said flirtatiously.

'Neither can I…' Lily muttered as she tried to get past him, while hearing both Iza and Alex sniggering from inside the compartment.. 'Now get out of my way, I've got a meeting to attend.'

James Potter was amongst the most wanted boys in the whole school. He was really tall, jet black hair and had the most captivating hazel eyes. With a muscular body, he was part of the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Same went for his best friend, Sirius Black, beater of the team. The latter had longish dark brown hair, with ice blue eyes. As tall as James, he was Hogwarts' biggest heart breaker. Both guys were part of what the student body entitled 'The Marauders'. Part of this group was Remus Lupin, a slightly shorter boy, with sandy brown hair and light brown eyes, and Peter Pettigrew, a short and stout boy with brown hair and light green eyes. This group caused the most havoc within the student body.

'Right… Well I'll see you be off then! Moony's in there already! I'll see you later, beautiful' he said, winking as he stepped out of her way, and watched her storm away, with a small smile on his lips.

He was brought back to reality when the compartment door was slammed shut and was glared at by Élizabeth from that little door window while she shut the blinds. Chuckling to himself, he walked back to his compartment, hands in his pockets.

'Hey Alice, Frank, Remus!' said Lily as she plopped down in a seat next to Remus at the meeting. Alice was the Head Girl who was currently dating Frank, Head Boy. Both were standing before all the seats, waiting for everyone to arrive.

'Hyia Lily!' said Alice and Frank at the same time smiling brightly. They held a little conversation while waiting for the other prefects to arrive. When everyone was seated, Alice began her speech.

'Welcome everyone to this new school year, I'd like to start off with what's going on around the wizarding world…' she said with a strong voice.

Frank followed 'There has been many muggleborn attacks during summer break, and we'd like to pay close attention to the security we'll have to perform around Hogwarts.'

There was a heavy silence within the prefects, each pondering what the future held for them, their families or their friends… Lily was incredibly uneasy with that subject and Remus noticed. He gave her arm a little squeeze, hoping it would somewhat comfort her. She then gave a sigh.

'Like everyone knows, Hogwarts is a safe place… Let's just not test it out… I want you all to be extra strict on out of curfew and threats. It is not a matter to shrug off, but please, PLEASE pay close attention to certain students' she said, not really wanting to give names, because it was clear she was mentioning Slytherins.

'Alice and I prepared the rounds, and let me warn you, there are more of them this year… So here's the list' Frank said as he went around everyone to give them copies. Lily quickly scanned the page to see who she was partnered with, and found out pleasantly it was with Remus. She gave him a little nudge and a smile, to which he returned while nodding.

After about half an hour of talking and rescheduling a meeting, the prefects were let out. Lily and Remus walked out together.

'I can't say I don't find myself scared some times…' Lily admitted 'Being what I am really makes me a target and I can't help but feel worried for my parents…'

'Hey, I'm sure everything's gonna be fine… After this year, we've got another one at Hogwarts… I'm sure by that time, the war will be over' Remus said. It was just then Lily noticed he looked really weak.

'I don't know Remus…' she said sadly. 'But hey, you don't look so well, let me walk you to your cabin' she added with a smile, hooking her arm with his. He merely nodded and accepted her support.

When they arrived at his compartment, the door was banged open by none other then Sirius Black. 'Moony!! Where have you been?? I was just –' but cut himself off when he caught sight of Lily letting go of Remus. Smirking, he stepped aside to let James have a view at the door.

Before Lily could register what was going on, he was up standing, right in front of her. 'Oh! I forgot to ask you… Will you go out with me??'

She raised a perfectly plucked eyebrow and snapped 'Dream on, Potter!' before walking away.

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Marie