This is random but it came as an idea when looking for prompts on Tumblr. Basically speaking, it'll be short stories all connected with some sort of timeline, I guess (*I hope). I was going to say that this was my first Jily fic but really, it's my first Jily fic in about five years. I'm only getting to know these characters so keep that in mind! Most of all enjoy.
Disclaimer: I do not own the characters. They belong to JK Rowling. I just place them into odd situations.
Lily Evans. Red hair, green eyes, eruptive personality. That's the words her friends; her parents and even her cat (if he could talk) use to describe her. Her boss uses words like "hard-working"; her targets say "terrifying". At least they do before they spill their guts (or have them spilled for them.) The transfer to MI6's London division from Edinburgh was an abrupt but not unexpected move. Everybody knew if anyone would get the chance to go, it would be Lily. So, two weeks ago, an envelope landed on her desk requesting her immediate presence in London, a flat and a job awaiting her, (no objections). No objections were made. As lovely as Edinburgh was, it held too many bad memories and it was time for a change. So, twenty-five years old and after the move, Lily is now here. London. About to start her first day (and meet her new partner. Although that part she is less aware of)
So, this is MI6? Looks like a children's playpen. Lily looked around the room in mild disgust. People swarmed all over the room. A petite, short-haired blonde sat cross-legged on a desk with a file in her hand, gesturing wildly to the brown-haired man leaning on the desk beside her. An amused, fond smile graced his face as his partner became even more animated. Just across from them, a basketball net was placed above rubbish bin, an onslaught of paper balls and planes being chucked at it. The occasional cheer rose as the paper met its intended target. Stress balls and tennis balls bounced against walls and flew across the room as people tossed them up and between them. Rousing Lily from her musings, a low flying rugby ball narrowly missed hitting Lily in the head.
"Heads up! Bad throw, Peter" a voice shouted, about thirty seconds too late. Lily scowled at the owner of the voice who was trotting over towards her. The handsome face was surrounded by long shaggy black hair that bounced as he moved. His long jean-clad legs stretched out from a muscled chest covered by a tight black t-shirt. A quick once-over of him gave Lily the information she needed. He was good-looking, definitely wasn't someone she'd kick out of bed for eating crisps in it. However, Lily's annoyance outweighed her appreciation of the opposite sex. She crossed her arms and adopted her "no nonsense" glare. The handsome man grinned and held out his hand. She glanced at his hand and raised an eyebrow.
"This is the part where you shake it, love!" He waggled his hand "Sirius Black, how may I help such a lovely lady"
"You could not throw a rugby ball at my head" Lily grimaced. Sirius's hand dropped.
"I feel I know you from somewhere." Sirius tilted his head, adopting the look of a dog who can't find the ball you haven't thrown yet. His voice lowered. "We didn't sleep together, did we?"
Lily took a step back and her face scrunched up in disgust. "No! You must sleep with a lot of people if you can't remember who you've slept with."
"I think I would remember you. Your hair is certainly bright enough" Sirius commented with an appraising eye towards her.
"Ok. Moving on. Do you…"
"Lily Evans?" Lily was interrupted by the arrival of a sandy-haired bean-pole.
"Yes?"
"Remus Lupin" The bean-pole introduced himself and shook her hand. "I got told to keep an eye out for you and direct you towards the director's office. Don't mind Sirius. He can be easily ignored after a little while." Remus said as he cuffed Sirius over the back of the head.
"Or you can do that and he retreats" he added as Sirius scowled at Remus and slunk back towards his desk. "He's harmless really. Just a little bit overfriendly. Come on, I'll show McGonagall's office" Remus moved further into the room and started to point out different items of interest as they walked through.
"That's the kitchen. Don't go near it on a Tuesday. Someone in HR always brings in fish pie. Smells awful! That's the meeting room. If you're ever called in there, it was nice knowing you. Bathroom… oh wait no… okay, bathroom's there. You can use the other if you want but I wouldn't. Not unless you have a hidden talent!" Lily followed Remus past each place and tried to remember each position for to go back to when needed.
"And finally, the director's office." Remus announced with a sweep of his arm just as a crash sounded behind the door. He winced and knocked.
"Come in" a sharp voice called. Remus slowly opened the door and went "Lily, ma'am" and then retreated. Lily timidly stepped into the room. A chair lay on its back, surrounded by scattered papers in front of a large desk.
"Hello?"
A tall, thin woman in wire-framed glasses moved her gaze from the back that was facing her and looked towards the door. She smiled and stood up from behind the elegant, polished, oak-wood desk. She moved around the desk with purpose.
"Lily, it's nice to meet you. I've heard a lot about you from your superiors. You came highly recommended. Director Minerva McGonagall." She stretched her hand out to shake Lily's. "This is Special Agent James Potter" she said, gesturing to the stiff back that still faced them. The dark-haired head shook slightly before his shoulders dropped and with his chin pointed up, James turned to face the two women. "You'll get to know him well. He's your new partner."
"I don't need a partner. And even if I did, why the new girl? Why not Remus?" James retorted.
"Until you stop nearly getting yourself killed, you're getting a partner. And Agent Lupin is paired with Black. He doesn't need to look after two of you. One more argument and you're being put on desk duty." Lily watched the argument like a tennis match. She had a feeling that this wasn't the first disagreement that they'd had over her presence. She shifted awkwardly and bounced from foot to foot. McGonagall's stern gaze dared James to put up a fight. Finally, James let out a big sigh and stepped towards Lily.
"Nice to meet you. Now if you excuse me, I have paperwork to do" He said shortly. McGonagall halted him with a stiff arm placed in front of him.
"Your paperwork can wait. You and Lily have a training session in a half an hour. Show Lily where her desk is. Agent Black's desk was manoeuvred around to fit Lily's in between yours and his. And play nice" With a huff, James glanced at his papers and then walked out of the room. Lily raised her eyebrows at McGonagall before scurrying after the irate agent.
"I don't need a partner." She heard James muttering to himself as she caught up with him.
"Maybe not but I'm here so you could make me feel a little bit welcome." She retorted.
"Sorry. I'm just pissed. I promise I'm usually nicer!" James sighed. "Just give me a little time"
"How many first impressions are you looking for? Because the first one didn't go well" James raised an eyebrow at here and halted at an ordinary looking metal desk with a rolling desk chair.
"This is yours. Sirius is that side. I'm here. Remus is the hidden desk in the corner. I'll be back before the training session for to show you where to go." With that, James turned on his heel and practically ran from the room.
With a puff of breath, Lily dropped into her chair and leaned back. With a slight spin, she studied the room and its occupants.
"This could take a while to get used to but it's going to be fun"
Review please. All criticism is appreciated but don't be cruel. It'll jump and won't be a smooth journey but it could be interesting