A/N: Okay, it's an update, but it's still not much yet. Let's just say I'm getting into my story and the characters right now... and it might just be a little strange if I start rushing into things... like the pairing I promised. Don't despair, the fun stuff will happen. Oh, and I had to adapt the genre, 'cos I realized that this story would contain quite some drama as well... Anyway, please be patient, and I can understand hardly anyone wants to comment, since there isn't too much to comment on anyway. The stats on my story hits are nice to watch though! Okay, I'm talking bullocks right now, so I'll just shut up... for now insert evil grin here

Disclaimer: Nope, don't own JK's characters, only the plot and, in this case, Alicia. Just so you know!

Chapter 3: The Microwave is my Best Friend!

Shopping with Alicia was like a full exercise on its own. She had been dragged from store to store (mainly clothes, shoes and accessory-stores) and it had completely worn her out. Geez…it should be turned into an Olympic sport. Alicia would hold the world record, that's for sure… Glad to be back into her apartment, Jane fell down on the couch straight away. She had dropped her shopping bags on the floor in one swift motion right before that, and Alicia followed her example (even though she wasn't nearly as exhausted as her housemate). They sat still for a while, Jane just sitting there, completely passed out, and Alicia dreaming about all the new stuff she had just bought. Alicia slowly turned her head to her housemate, seeing that she still had her eyes closed and was breathing heavily.

"Are you dead yet?"

Alicia couldn't help but grin. It was like tradition. Every single time they went shopping, Jane would be lying on the couch afterwards, passed out and not in the mood for anything. She asked the same question every single time, and always received the same answer.

"Unfortunately not."

Alicia saw that Jane had to smile a little. She poked her friend in her side and Jane growled, slightly irritated.

"Haven't you put me through enough torment already?"

Alicia's eyes twinkled.

"Oh, shut up, you big baby! I'm just helping…"

"Helping who? Not me, that's for sure…"

Again, Alicia had that twinkle in her eyes.

"C'mon, lazy-ass. You have to help me look pretty for Jasper…"

Too tired to argue, Jane got up and walked to her bedroom. With a massive smile on her face, Alicia followed her quickly, grabbing the shopping bags that had her 'perfect outfit' in it. She quickly put the outfit on, careful not to wrinkle it, and then sat down patiently in front of Jane's dresser.

"Work your magic!"

Jane grinned. Ever since Alicia found out she was a witch, she had been teasing her with this little jokes. Not that it mattered of course, Alicia had promised not to tell anyone and thusfar she had managed to keep it quiet. It was actually quite nice, sharing this big secret and hiding it from the meddling eyes of the neighbors. Alicia never fully understood why Jane wanted to keep it a secret (after all: magic is a wonderful thing, she had to resist asking Jane if she would simply magically do the dishes, in stead of her doing it by hand), but she also respected her decision. She figured it probably had something to do with her past and that Jane had some sort of 'trust-issues'. It took Alicia months, if not years, before the young woman had finally opened up to her.

Jane was digging around in her dresser, trying to find a particular bottle. After she had found it, she quickly started to work on Alicia's hair. The potion she was using was particularly good for giving hair that 'silky smooth glow, without being greasy'. She fixed Alicia's hair in a sexy, playful bun, leaving some threads of hair still sticking out and positioning them slightly over the girl's shoulder. Another potion made sure that her hair would remain well taken care of the entire evening (not even a hurricane could've altered it). Alicia was positively beaming. She'd always loved to be in the centre of attention, just having to sit on a chair and letting other people take care of you.

After the make-up was placed on her face as well (just the right amount, enough to show that she actually had thought about her appearance and not too much to look like a freaky doll), Alicia eyed herself in the mirror. Grinning mischievously, she reached out to another of her shopping bags and pulled out some new jewelry. She placed the necklace around her neck, the droplet pendant tactically placed near her cleavage and identical earrings dangling on either side of her face. Clearly pleased with the work Jane had pulled off, she stood up and made her way to the full length mirror, positioned in the corner of Jane's room.

"Jane-"

Jane was putting her bottles away, but hummed slightly, indicating that she had heard Alicia.

"You wouldn't just possibly know a little…spell or something? One that would make me even more attractive to Jasper?"

Jane couldn't help but laugh.

"Sweety, I've told you so many times before. I may be able to do magic, but I do not interfere with love-lives, especially not yours. Besides, you're pretty enough on your own anyway. You don't need my help to make Jasper drool all over you."

Jane threw Alicia a playful wink and Alicia gave up.

"Okey…it was worth a shot though…"

Jane smiled but didn't respond. In stead, she made her way to the kitchen and opened the fridge, hoping there would still be some leftovers. Right now, she was just way too lazy to cook. Luckily for her, the leftovers had decided to stay. She grabbed a plate and piled the food on top of it, placed the plate in the microwave and waited for her food to warm up. At the same time, Alicia came walking into the kitchen and noticed the plate of food in the microwave. With a face of pure disgust, she looked at Jane, as if trying to figure out what kind of alien had taken over her friend's body. Jane decided to ignore the look and eyed the clock that was hanging next to the door.

"What time were you supposed to meet Jasper, anyway?"

Alicia turned around to face the clock as well, realizing that she really had to go.

"Have fun!"

Jane told Alicia when she grabbed her purse and put on her coat.

"Don't wait up…"

Alicia threw Jane a meaningful wink and disappeared, leaving Jane standing alone next to a beeping microwave.