A/N: I know everyone always thought James died before Lily, but… it was the plot-bunny I tells ya! Anywho, this is for TML's going away present. ;)
Going Away
"James, I have to go. I'm sorry," Lily gasped between sobs. There was a deep gash going through her chest, the pain weakening her with every movement.
"But there is no need to go, Lily. I'm still here. Don't leave me. Please." James held his wife in his arms, gently caressing her hair, gently placing kisses where she has fallen, telling her he loved her.
"J-James," her voice was faint and distant. "I-I," she tried to lift her head.
"Shhh, don't talk. It'll be okay."
"I-I-it won't." Her head dropped back into his lap.
"Lily," a tear fell onto her body. "I love you." More tears followed.
Her breathing slowed. Her voice sounded hollow; empty. "I love you too." Her breathing stopped completely.
"Lily!" James hugged his wife, burying his face into her chest. Tears poured from his eyes.
Soon, still with his wife, James began to fade. His eyes, still holding tears behind his glassy frames, seemed hollow. His body sagged. "I love you," he whispered.
A/N: I know, I know, it's short. And depressing. And not much of a going away present. And isn't how Lily and James really died. And, wait, no, BUT I like it.
Gimpy
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