Chapter 1

Danae began walking down the corridor towards her first class not looking forward to it one bit. She stared at the ceiling as she walked as though hoping it would open up and swallow her whole. She absolutely detested Divination and she knew today was going to be no different. When she had first awaked she knew that this was just going to be another one of those days where she'd hate every second of it. She started walking slower as she focused upon the ceiling and suddenly felt a crash as she careered into another person in the hall. She looked down as she dropped her files, amongst the others papers. She sneered as she bent down to pick them up again, not taking any notice of who it was she had carelessly barged into. She grabbed her files and stood up again finally taking notice of whom it was that had collided with her. It was Remus Lupin the Defence Against the Dark Arts professor, however, she didn't seem to recognise him.

"I suggest you take a little notice of where you go next time...."

She spoke harshly and didn't care to wait for a reply before starting to walk off around them. Remus simply stared at her as she walked off and sighed picking up his papers. He started off down the corridor towards his office, smiling and nodding at a few students as he passed them. Pushing open his office door with his foot he entered the room and piled his papers on his desk. He ran his hand through his hair as he sat down and let out a hearty sigh.

Who was that girl? She didn't seem to recognise me. Then again I can't say I've ever seen her before either. Why am I thinking about this? Lets see... Coursework...

Remus leant forward at his desk and took out a finely feathered quill from his top drawer; slowly he began writing upon the papers he had carried down the corridor. He found that he couldn't keep his mind on his work and noticed he had scribbled nonsense upon one person's paper. It dawned on him that perhaps it was futile to attempt the marking that afternoon and so he dropped his quill and leant back in his chair, staring at the ceiling.

Danae had finally made it to her Divination class and had begun the climb to the attic room. The heavily perfumed air had already reached her nose and she coughed loudly as it filled her lungs. Upon entering the room she noticed that nobody else was there, she narrowed her eyes and looked in a hopes of finding some answer to the lack of people. Danae walked over to the desk and saw a note pinned to the top of it. She snatched it up and began reading it.

'Professor Trelawny has been taken ill. Therefore your lessons in the art of Divination have been cancelled. Further notice for the rest of your classes will be sent to your common rooms.'

The note wasn't signed so Danae naturally assumed it was put there either by Professor Dumbledore or Professor McGonagall. She screwed up the note and threw it across the room in a little bit of a rage; she had spent the morning looking for the class only to find it rather empty. She sighed and climbed down from the attic coughing loudly as she left. Danae realised she had an hour and a half to kill so it might be worth a visit to the lake; she had no costume so it might mean skinny-dipping. She opened the large double doors out of the castle and walked down to the lake, the sun had been beating down so much that it had bleached the grass. Reaching the lake she walked over to the large willow that drooped over the deeper end and entered through its canopy of leaves. Whilst stood under the tree she stripped off her clothes and dived into the deeper end of the water. She swam out from the shade of the canopy and swam further out in the lake. Luckily her body was hidden under the water and nobody could see any part of her naked self.

Remus had had enough of sitting in his office during the heat of the summer day so he had decided to leave and go for a sprightly walk. He left his office and slammed the door behind him with his foot. Placing his hands in his pockets he opted to go for a walk out by the lake. He had always enjoyed sitting there when he himself was a student and as far as he knew nothing had changed. Pulling open the large, wooden double doors he stepped out into the sunlight blinking madly as he adjusted his eyes. He stretched and yawned and headed through the ruins that were the courtyard and down the large and inviting lake. No one seemed to be around which struck him as odd, still he shrugged and went down to the shore. Smiling he sat down and wrapped his arms across his legs as he crossed them up to his chest. He peered over the water and saw someone in it swimming. He didn't recognise the girl but he found it entrancing to watch her.

Danae had dived under and back up again as Remus approached and therefore didn't notice his arrival. She swam from one side to another enjoying the heat as it beamed down on her skin. She stood up in the shallow end with her back to Remus revealing that she had no clothes on at all. Remus' eyes were transfixed upon her body, tracing her every curves. He couldn't tell from the distance whether it was a teacher or a student, he just knew her body was the most beautiful he had ever seen. A sigh emerged from his lips as he watched her. Silently he prayed that the mysterious woman would turn around but a part of him also prayed she wouldn't, his embarrassment would be endless. Slowly Danae began to sink back into the water and her body was hidden once more. She turned around and caught a glimpse of someone on the shoreline. Curious as to whom it was she swam in their direction, narrowing her eyes to try and get a better perspective. Eventually she worked out the shape of a man, it couldn't be a boy for he was far to well built. Remus had noticed her swimming for him and wasn't quite sure of what to do so he just stayed there and smiled charmingly.

"Excellent day for a swim isn't it?"

He asked trying to shift his uneasiness of being caught staring at her. Danae nodded and swam closer, she still didn't recognise who it was, and she stretched an arm out of the water still managing to keep the vital parts submerged.

"That it is! And you are?"

She asked slightly uncouthly, Danae was never one for having any tact. Remus reached out his hand and tenderly touched hers, he wasn't sure whether to kiss it or shake it so he went for the latter and shook it. He smiled charmingly and raised an eyebrow at her.

"Professor Lupin of Defence Against the Dark Arts. And who might you be young lady?"

His face looked eager to learn about her despite his attempts at holding it back.

"Danae Felise... Of Slytherin... I haven't seen you about th-"

She stopped speaking as she realised where she knew him. She let out a laugh as the thought entered her mind. Remus sat there bewildered at what she was laughing at and just decided to smile and nod.

"You're the one that rammed into me this morning... The one who dropped his papers? I didn't realise you were a Professor... Not what a professor usually wears."

She commented as she gestured to his clothing taking note at how particularly shabby they looked. Remus looked down at his attire and blushed slightly; even he had to admit they did look a tad dreadful.

"You are correct Miss Felise, however, I have nothing better therefore these must do. A better sight then seeing an old Professor walk around in nothing but his smalls wouldn't you agree?"

He said laughing and smiling. He stared into her beautiful brown eyes and seemed to melt into them. He shook his head as he raised his hand to his mouth, coughing and trying to hide the fact he had just been staring.

"That depends doesn't it?" She said with a slight laugh. "On whether or not you look good in your smalls."

She looked at him then down at herself and smiled, she swam away from him and under the tree's canopy to where her clothes were, climbing out she grabbed her wand and dried herself off before pulling her clothes on. She stepped out of the tree's protection and walked over to where the professor was still sat.

"Sorry about that, but floating about in water when I'm naked in front of a Professor didn't seem appropriate..."

She smiled at him with what he seemed to think was slightly flirtatious, Remus simply returned the smile and laughed. He had to hide his embarrassment at seeing the girl naked. He coughed and looked away from her and up to the castle.

"Err yes well... ahem ... I can honestly say I rarely have that problem..."

He laughed somewhat uneasily and turned back to face her, hiding his flushed cheeks wasn't easy either. Danae looked at him with wide eyes and smiled broadly, she hadn't really noticed how handsome he was. His brown, rather messy hair shaded some of his eyes. Despite the slight curtain of hair she could still see into his eyes, they were deep, brooding and held a sort of mystery about them. Her eyes traced his face down to his lips and she outlined them in her mind, perfect shape and they looked so kissable. WAIT! She told herself as she suddenly stopped staring at him. He's a goddamned teacher. How can he look that good? I wonder if... Her mind trailed off as he spoke to her and tilted his head, as she seemed to drift off.

"Miss Felise? Are you ok? You seem dazed."

Remus put a hand on her shoulder and looked around at her face, he smiled charmingly and stood up offering his hand to her.

"Would you join me on a walk? I am afraid to admitting my old bones will not me rest in one place for long."

He chuckled as she took his hand and stood up slowly. Dusting off his trousers he began walking along the shore putting his hands back in his pockets. Danae watched him for a while before walking to catch up to him; she even liked the way he walked. Damn! Stop it! He's old and he's... err... cute. Damn! She didn't look at him as they walked, instead she stared at the lake occasionally picking up stones and throwing them in. Remus kept opening his mouth as if to strike up a conversation but he always closed it again unsure of what to say to the girl. What to say? She seems so... distant. She's beautifu-.... WOAH! Remus stop right there! She can't be more than 17 years old. Get a grip! He stopped walking for a moment as he ran his fingers through his hair. Smiling he looked around and glanced up at the sky, it seemed to be getting fairly late as he saw the sun starting to set in the distance. Danae noticed him staring at the sun and turned to face it, smiling as the sun lit up her face and the warmth caressed her skin. Remus couldn't help but stare at her as the sunlight touched her, his eyes lingered on her. Her eyes were a soft brown, beautiful and full of life. Her lips soft and tender, looking at them he found himself wanting to kiss them. He shook his head suddenly and coughed.

"Shall we continue? I apologise for the sudden stop. I find the sun such a mysterious thing. My curiosity for the unknown has never waned."

Danae looked at him and smiled, she personally didn't see the attraction but she just humoured him. Sighing she shook her head and pointed up at the castle.

"I should get back, thanks for the... interesting... afternoon."

She said with a smile as she started walking off up towards the castle, she looked back at him a couple of times until she reached the big double doors and entered through them.

Remus stood there looking at where she had walked; he ran his hand through his hair again pushing it away from his eyes. He shook his head again and carried on walking away from the castle and around the edge of the water. The vision of Danae stood in the sunset was still fresh in his mind and he couldn't clear it no matter how hard he tried. He leant against a tree that was positioned next to the lake and closed his eyes. The vision of Danae enveloped his thoughts and he soon opened his eyes again. Remus what is wrong with you? I think I'm coming down with something. He sighed and started making his way back up to the castle kicking stones on his way. He stopped out side the double doors and softly touched the handle thinking about Danae. Oh get a grip! He opened it and walked inside, he was quite surprised to see Danae stood on the other side staring at the door.

"What are you doing? I thought you were headed back to your common room?"

He asked softly and extremely glad that she was there. Danae looked at him and smiled, she shrugged and fell back against the wall in a slump. Her eyes were wide and she had a beautiful smile across her face.

"I felt I left rather quickly out there and I wanted to check I didn't offend you in anyway."

Remus looked at her bemused, he found it hard to believe that a Slytherin particularly cared whether she had offended him or not. He narrowed his eyes and nodded.

"Well this is a turn up. A Slytherin who has a heart? Well thank you Miss Felise but I found no offence in your words or actions. Now if you'll excuse me I'll be getting back to my office."

He nodded to her and began walking in the direction of the room and closed his eyes. You idiot! She was looking right at you. Not through you! Doesn't that mean something? Remus turned around to speak to Danae again but she had already gone. He returned back the way he was headed and sighed. Upon reaching his office he stared at the door in a depressed sort of way. He slowly opened it not really taking in the surroundings or what was in it; he just simply turned around to close the door behind him. Reluctantly he spun to face the room and jumped as he saw Danae sitting in his chair behind his desk. His jaw dropped and by the expression on his face he was more than happy to see her. Folding his arms he smiled as she looked up at him with a mischievous smile.

"How exactly did you get to my office before I did?"

He asked a little bemused to say the least. He smiled down at her charmingly and headed towards her. Her attire was what he would call 'inviting'. She wore a long white summer dress that attached to her curves perfectly or so he thought. He stood in front of the desk and leant on it with both hands. Danae looked up at him and smiled; she let out a slight laugh and a beaming smile.

"That's the joys of being a Slytherin, sly and cunning. Not to mention the best in the school. I simply took the short cut; everyone seems to miss the fact that there is a direct corridor to the offices. Everybody takes the four-corner approach."

She too had leaned forward on the desk and stared up into his eyes. She couldn't help but notice that he looked awfully good and the smell of his aftershave wafted around her. Danae found herself closing her eyes and taking in his scent. Remus looked at her and felt the urge to lean forward to her. His head swarmed with reasons why he shouldn't and reasons why he should kiss her. She's barely 17. She's beautiful. She's a student. She's everything I want. She'll hate me for it. Why not? He leant down to her and pressed his lips to hers, he closed his eyes and softly caressed her lips with his. Danae felt some shock as the professor kissed her but she didn't pull away neither did she open her eyes. She stood up as they kissed and reached across the desk putting a hand around the back of his neck and running her hand through his hair. He let a soft moan escape his lips at the ecstasy of her touch. He hadn't felt like this before, he felt like a schoolboy and his first kiss. Softly he pushed his tongue into her mouth and massaged her tongue softly with his, he too reached out a hand and placed it softly on the back of her neck pulling her deeper into the kiss. Neither of them wanted to part from the other and they stayed in the kiss for several minutes before Danae finally pulled back. Sighing softly she opened her eyes and stared at him as she replaced herself in his chair. Remus opened his eyes at about the same time and flushed a brilliant pink colour; he put his hand to his mouth as he turned around to hide his rosy cheeks.

"I do apologise Miss Felise, I should not have done that."

He closed his eyes and placed his hand over them. Danae stood up quickly and walked around to the front of him, raising a hand to his chin she lifted his head so that their eyes locked.

"I'm glad you did though."

Standing upon her tiptoes she closed her eyes and kissed him softly again, less passionate than the first but it still showed her hunger for him. Remus leaned into the kiss and placed his hands on her hips pulling her close to him.

A sudden knock at the door startled them both and they broke off instantly, Remus walked round to his desk and sat down and Danae turned to face the bookshelf that was behind her, finding it hard to contain the smile on her face.

Professor Snape barged through the doorway carelessly banging the door as it swung furiously on its hinges.

"Lupin! Where have you been? I have been searching all morning for you!"

He snapped not yet noticing a student from his house behind him. His eyes were cold and the look upon his face showed how much he despised Remus.

"Ah Severus. Do come in. Please take a seat. Why may I ask have you been searching for me?"

Remus' voice was soft and it had a slight tinge of happiness to it and although he spoke to Severus his eyes were transfixed on Danae. Severus noticed the glances and turned round sharply, he had finally realised that there was another in the room. Danae turned slowly as Severus spoke.

"Miss Felise? What are you doing here?"

Severus practically barked the question at her but her smile did not fade from her face. She shrugged slightly and let her gaze wander to Remus.

"Oh. Just testing some skills out Sir. Professor Lupin here kindly helped me discover that I'm not that bad at it after all."

She nodded at Severus and then passed him winking at Remus and opening the door, she paused and turned back to Remus.

"I'll see you tonight then Professor. You can teach me that other thing. Professor Snape."

She nodded again and then shut the door behind her. She paused for a moment as she leant on it. Her heart was beating wildly and her mind was racing with thoughts of the kiss that they first shared. She ran off down the corridor to her common room she had to tell somebody, but whom?

Severus looked at Remus with an icy sneer and folded his arms in his cloak. His stance was supposed to show signs of menace and foreboding but Remus simply smiled at him.

"Now the Severus what was it you wanted me for?"

He smiled warmly but his mind seemed to be elsewhere, lost in his own thoughts. Severus eyed him slightly suspiciously and sneered.

"The full moon is tomorrow night and if my mind has not yet left me, as it appears yours has, then you will require the Wolfsbane Potion. Correct?"

"Ahh. Yes of course I must admit to having forgotten. My mind has been on other things. I presume you brought it with you?"

Remus' eyes had suddenly snapped back to reality and he surveyed Severus with care and thought. Severus seemed to send out signals that he despised Remus more with every word that he uttered.

"Naturally, one of us must keep our heads. Must we not? And what exactly was Miss Felise doing in here?"

He asked sharply as he placed the vials of potion on Remus' desk carefully. Remus looked at him with a solid expression. What can I say Miss Felise was here for? THINK!

"Naturally, And she... Miss Felise was here to ask me for an extra lesson. She missed the beginning class on the boggart's and I said I would be happy enough to show her what to do in the presence of one. After all it is my job. Now if that is all Severus I shall bid you good day for I have many essays to mark before my next lesson."

Remus stood up and walked around to where Severus was stood and started shunting him out of the door, barely giving him chance to realise what was happening. Severus spread his arms in the doorframe and spun round.

"There is something suspicious going on with you and I shall make it my personal quest to find out what!"

Remus chuckled as he took in what Severus said; he smiled and had to hold back the laughter that he was dying to let out. He managed to shunt Severus out of his office completely and smiled cheekily at him in the doorway.

"You act as if you think I am trying it on with students Severus. Do lighten up."

He shut the door quickly and laughed as he stood on the other side. He smiled to himself then walked over to his desk sitting down in his chair and putting his feet up on the desk. Thoughts ran through his mind of the kiss they shared, how intense it was and how much he longed for it to never end.