A/N: Enjoy! This is set before Severus' fallout with Lily, just as she starts to become attracted to James.

The Several Snogs of Severus Snape

Chapter 4: Lily Evans

Severus crept down the darkened corridor, alert to any sound not made by him. He occasionally ducked into an alcove when he heard a noise. It was a mistake to do so this time, as the nook he had jumped into at the latest sound was already occupied.

"James? Is that you?" A familiar voice whispered, and Severus stiffened and clenched his fists at the realization that his best friend had scheduled a secret rendezvous with his worst enemy. He was so angry that he was unable to reply, and his silence was mistaken as confirmation.

"Oh, James," a warm body cuddled close to him, and he started to feel vaguely uncomfortable at the situation, but this was Lily, his long-time crush, touching him willingly. He decided it couldn't hurt if he let it play out a bit longer. "You gave me quite a fright making me wait so long. I was almost sure Filch would find me out! Come closer."

Severus obliged and was yanked down to her. Was she going to tell him something in his ear?

"I love that you're so tall, but sometimes I wish you carried around a stepping stool. It would make this a lot easier," she muttered.

What was she talking about?

All thought drifted away as soft lips touched his. He shuddered at the sudden warmth and realization that Lily was kissing him. Kissing him!

The play of their lips was heavenly to Severus, and he couldn't help winding his arms about her.

"Oh, James," she sighed between kisses, and he froze.

This wasn't right. If Lily found out, she would be mortified, and probably never speak to him again. He had to leave before she discovered the truth. He broke away and swiftly ducked into another alcove not far down the corridor.

"James?" Her voice sounded puzzled.

"Right here, Lily," Potter's voice sounded out close by, making both Lily and Severus jump. "I'm sorry I was late. McGonagall was patrolling one of the hallways I had to go down for thirty minutes before moving on. I was about ready to try and make a break for it while her back was turned!"

A giggle sounded.

"Oh James, come here."

Severus didn't stick around to listen to their kissing noises. As he walked back to his dormitory, he felt equally relieved that he didn't get caught, disgusted that his friend was snogging Potter, and elated that he was finally able to kiss his love, if not under the best circumstances. All-in-all, it was an ok night.

A/N: Let me know what you think so far.