A/N: Yes I know. The There, Their, and They're. Sometimes I just type and not realize it. Also yeah. the latin spell. I just put something random there for now. For further reference you see in this chapter. Also my internet is fuzzy so I'm updating in the library for now. So if the lack up updates like the last one. Really sorri.
Chapter 10
Time Flies by when your having fun.
Time and time, and even more time passed for both rival groups. Since they were able to tame and practice there new abilities, havoc around Hogwarts has increased. The student body of Hogwarts were curious to how the six pranksters pulled off such hilarious pranks, especially on Snape and the Slytherins.
The Emeralds and the Marauders even pranked each other a couple of times due to being bored or the lack of pranks towards each other.
One prank, the Marauders pulled on Valentine's Day. Where they sent flowers to each of the Emerald ladies saying they were compliments from adoring fans. They sprayed the flowers with an itching spray they created. When the girls smelled the flowers, they started to itch all over there hands and face.
Lets just say by the end of the day they girls looked like they were badly sunburned from all the scratching. To top off the prank, the Marauders each took a picture of the Emeralds and had them posted up in the great hall for everyone to see. This had gotten them into deep detention, but they said it was well worth it. That made the Emeralds peeved and want revenge.
About two months later, the Emeralds decided this was the perfect time for them to strike.
Before the boys came down to the great hall, the girls put a potion in their drinks that would make them start confessing their profound love for Snape as well as compliment the Emeralds on how they were the best pranksters, better than themselves.
The whole Hall was in hysterics by the end of breakfast, ending up with Snape behind Professor Slughorn trying to get away from James, Remus, and Sirius who were chasing him around the hall saying how they were destined for each other, while fighting with each other saying that they were Snapes soul mate.
The Emeralds took pictures of the whole event and made them non disposable. They then sent a counter-spell that would stop the effects of the potion. The boys were crimson red at the end and completely disgusted by the whole incident, while the Emeralds were getting appraised and admired by all the tables, including Slytherin and Dumbledore who was just chortling softly.
After the 'Incident', the Marauders decided maybe not mess with the Emeralds for a while. That incident was enough embarrassment to last them for a long time.
The two groups though not so kindly towards each other, only when necessary, were becoming the most popular students in Hogwarts, not only for their pranks for also for they were the top students.
For first years, they were respected by all students, in all houses including all the students above them. They were well on their way to becoming legendary. They even had respect from all the teachers because of their over exceeding expectations in class. Life was going good for them.
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It was now the fatal approach for the first year final exams. But that didn't even worry the Marauders or the Emeralds, they were already well prepared for everything.
The two groups were sitting in the Transfiguration, there first final exam of the week. While the rest of the class were shaking with nervousness, the Marauders and Emeralds were very much prepared. They took their final exam with ease. It even seemed that McGonagall even gave them a somewhat smile.
The rest of the final exams week past, with everyone thankful for it to be over. They would receive their finals results the following afternoon. They had about 2 weeks of free time now before they would leave for their summer break.
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The next day, a lovely conversation was starting to happen again. Remus was gone due to his mother's illness he reported back home again.
"Smiths! I still say that I have the best grade!" Sirius bellowed at Cassidy. He clearly didn't understand the concept of what Cassidy was trying to explain, as well as the rest.
"Well that's you! For the last time, if you cannot grasp the concept that we all got the same grades then you need to get a head check-up!" Cassidy yelled.
Sirius just gave her a look and stuck his tongue at her and muttered 'I still have the best grade'. Cassidy just sighed in defeat and went up towards the portrait hole followed by Rachel and Lily. James and Sirius headed off in a different direction towards somewhere.
"Password ladies?" the Fat Lady asked.
"Opportunity!" said the Emeralds.
"Right you are, come on in." The girls walked through and went straight up towards the girls dormitories to change clothes. They decided they wanted to practice more flying around the Quidditch pitch. The beginning of the year lessons on flying weren't enough. They had to start shaping up if they wanted to join the team next year. Rachel was going as well, even though she wasn't going to try out for the team, she loved quidditch so much and wanted to help them shape up.
The Emeralds changed into their muggle clothing just consisting of athletic shorts, and white long sleeved tees. They put their hair in a ponytail and headed off for the quidditch pitch. It was a bright sunny day so the clothing attire was necessary.
They borrowed the brooms from the equipment cabinet in the locker rooms for the quidditch players. Also borrowing, (with permission) the quaffle.
The Emeralds decided to just have fun and toss the quaffle around a few times. First off practicing their catching skills and shooting skills. For Lily, this was all new, since she was muggle-born, this is her first time actually getting a feel of what the game of quidditch was. Lily was a fairly good flyer when she first began flying lessons. She wasn't the best, (and a certain messy jet blacked hair boy with glasses had to prove that) but she was at least good. During their practice, she was actually able to make a few shots pass Rachel who was playing keeper.
In Cassidy's case, she grew around quidditch because her dad was a huge fan. She knew how to fly well and was pretty good at catching and shooting. Rachel who is half-blood got into quidditch from her mother who used to play chaser when she was in Hogwarts. Rachel learned how to fly from her mother. Catching and shooting weren't her strong points, she was more of a keeper, thus she is playing the keeper right now.
Lily and Cassidy had made up their minds quite fast, they were going to play chasers
The girls had been playing around for the past 2 hours just shooting, flying laps or just passing the quaffle around to practice catching. It was getting late and they had to get to the great hall for dinner. Firstly they needed time for their showers. Playing for 2 hours will definitely make you sweat.
As the girls were heading back they unfortunately bumped into their "favorite" guy friends.
"Soooo, what have you girls been up to?" Sirius said with a aggravating smirk on his face.
"Nothing that concerns you." The girls replied. Walking past them.
"Fine, don't tell us." James retorted.
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The two weeks left of school passed by quickly. It was now the last day of school and everyone was in the great hall for their last meal at Hogwarts until next year. The students were finishing up their meals.
"I am so very much going to miss the food." Lily said as she finished eating her lunch. "I'm gonna miss everything about Hogwarts. Going home is going to suck. Especially with Petunia there. I am so fed up with her stupid letters. I'm not going to take it anymore."
"Good for you Lily." Rachel said comforting. "Never change for anyone because they can't accept you."
"Yeah! Don't let Petunia bring you down, whatever she says, she is the one who is the freak. Nothing is wrong with being unique Lily, she's just jealous probably because she isn't as talented and pretty as you are." Cassidy said confidently.
"I really don't know how I could live without you girls! I love you all!" Lily said while smiling brightly and hugging both of her friends. "Thank you so much."
"No problem. Lets continue this moment later, I think Dumbledore looks about ready to start." Cassidy said.
"Another year pass." Dumbledore said brightly. "What a year it has been! Lots of great sequence of events to keep everyone in a good mood." he said directly looking at the 6 students who were grinning. "I hope that you all have a wonderful summer until next year. For seventh years, I hope you all succeed in the Magical World. Remember to never forget what you've learned here at Hogwarts and all the experiences and friends you've all come to have. Now I will no longer babble and let you get on your way to finishing packing your things. Now all of you have a safe and fun filled summer!" Dumbledore finished.
The whole hall erupted in cheers and applause. The Emeralds and Marauders were the loudest of course. Then everyone started to file out of the great hall.
"Hold on there you six." McGonagall called out to the Emeralds and Marauders.
"Yes professor?" Lily asked confused.
"Headmaster would like a word with you before you leave." McGonagall said as she directed to the staff table where Dumbledore was the only one sitting.
The Emeralds and Marauders headed up to the front of the hall to greet Dumbledore.
"You wanted to talk to us?" James asked.
"Yes Mr. Potter. As all of you know that you are not allowed to do magic outside of Hogwarts." Dumbledore noted.
"Yes." The six answered.
"But just to tell you, there are no restrictions for your abilities. But please use them wisely." Dumbledore said with a twinkle in his eye.
The Marauders and Emeralds looked at eachother and nodded in agreement and smiled.
"Very good. Now off you go. You don't want to get left behind." Dumbledore said as he stood up.
"Have a good summer professor." The Emeralds and Marauders said.
"Thank you."
As the Emeralds and Marauders descended towards the exit, Lily remembered something.
"Um Professor I have a question?" Lily asked.
"Yes Miss Evans?" Dumbledore answered.
"Since I have the ability to control time, I was wondering if there was an easier way to do it. The incantation is a little bit of a tongue twister." Lily smiled politely.
Dumbledore started to laugh. "Ah, yes it is. There is a simpler way of doing it. It was very silly of me to forget. All you need to do is press the hour glass on your ring three times. It only works for you and Mr. Potter."
Lily smiled brightly. "Thank you professor. It was hard saying the incantation."
"Yes I do say it is. Very impressive to find out the hard way." Dumbledore commented.
"Well thank you again. Have a great summer." Lily said as she caught up to the Emeralds and Marauders who were waiting near the door.
"That is going to be so much easier. I don't even remember the incantation anymore." James sighed in relief.
"Yep." Lily agreed as they all headed out of the door.
They all reached the small fleet of boats which were going to take them across the lake.
The Emeralds then remembered the first time they got on and glared at the Marauders.
"Potter...Black...Lupin--" Cassidy started.
"Don't you Marauders--" Rachel continued
"Even think about it." Lily said warningly.
"We promise." James said. "Honestly."
"Yes Ladies." Remus replied.
"Don't worry fait maidens, all is alrightith." Sirius said bowing and getting into the boat.
They finally reached the shore without any problems and filed towards the Hogwarts Express which was steaming immensely.
Both groups hopped aboard and the train started heading towards King's Cross Station.
The Emeralds were in their compartment talking about the year and what they plan on doing next year. They were definitely using the summer to think of more great pranks to pull next year.
"I'm thinking they have to be better than this year. Not too mean or anything, they just have to be hilarious that's all." Cassidy said as she laid on the seat.
"Yeah, we'll think of something, we always do." Rachel said as she was sitting, while learning against the wall near the door.
"Are we going to meet each other over the summer, I really don't want to be cooped up in that house with Petunia's snide comments." Lily said as she put her head against the window.
"Yeah, we will keep in touch by owl and try as much as possible to get you out of the house." Cassidy said.
"Where do you live anyway Lily?" Rachel asked as she was eating Bertie Box Every Flavor Beans.
"Oh, well I live at 198 Lake Rose Lane in Hillsburg Community." Lily replied.
"O! I know where that is!" Cassidy and Rachel said a the same time.
"You do?" Lily asked awed.
"Yeah, I live in the Dale Valley Community. Its the Community next to Hillsburg." Rachel replied jumpily.
"Really! That's awesome, I won't be alone this summer or the next coming summers. I didn't know you lived that close. I go to the Dale Valley Park all the time. Its much better than the Hillsburg one." Lily said amazed.
"I know, I did once visit the Hillsburg one, it was not big enough." Rachel said.
"I live in Cherrilin Community." Cassidy said. "Its next to Dale Valley, across actually and across from Hillsburg. The big lake is the one that separates all the communities remember." Cassidy said.
"This is cool, I didn't know you live around my area, its just awesome." Lily said thankful. "This is going to be a great summer."
"And why is that?" a voice from the compartment door. It was the voice of James Potter, along with Sirius and Remus.
"Because we won't have to see you three annoying prats for two whole months." Lily smiled sweetly..
"Oh, I'm hurt Evans, you just stabbed me in my heart." James said while putting his hands to his heart.
"Good. Now leave us alone." Lily replied.
"No, its ok." Sirius said as he sat on Cassidy's legs.
"Get off me BLACK! NOW!" Cassidy bellowed as she tried shoving Sirius off who wouldn't budge.
"But its so comfortable Smiths." Sirius said while smirking.
"Well not for me now get OFF!"
"Nope."
"Yes!"
"Nope."
"ERR GET OFF!" Cassidy yelled.
While the taunting and yelling of Cassidy and Sirius, the others had their own problems.
"Stop it Lupin!" Rachel said as Remus was trying to use her as a pillow. "I mean it, stop it!"
"But I need something to lay on." Remus said while smiling.
"Then lean on Potter not me or get out!" Rachel shouted.
"No I'm good where I am." Remus said smugly.
"URGH!" Rachel shouted even louder.
"POTTER FOR THE LAST TIME STOP IT!" Lily screamed at James who was trying to sit down but Lily was scooting back and forth not letting him.
"No need for yelling Evans, it won't do any good." James replied softly while grinning.
"Get out now!" Lily yelled.
"Leave!" Rachel shouted.
"Get lost the three of you NOW!" Cassidy bellowed.
"Don't make me go to measures of force!" Lily commanded.
"Like it would do you any good. I have the same abilities so your stuck." James said irritatingly.
"We may have the same abilities Potter, but I know how to use them." Lily said smirking.
James looked irritated. "You think so, I'll let you keep thinking that." he said smirking.
"Fine." Lily said confidently. "Now get OUT!"
"Alrighty Evans, you really need to work on that temper." James said sweetly which made Lily Furious.
"GET OUT!" The Emeralds yelled.
"Alright, I see were not wanted Sirius, Remus." James said with wiping a fake tear. "I think this is enough damage to last the whole summer. Goodness you Emeralds have temper problems." James said shaking his head.
"Yep, Lets go set dung bombs in the Slytherin compartments." Sirius said while getting up off Cassidy and heading towards the door.
"Lets do Snape first, haven't bugged him since last Friday, we need to do something." Remus said also getting off Rachel who kicked him after he got up.
"Goodbye fair maidens, untilith we metith again." Sirius said bowing and exiting the compartment.
"Bye Emeralds." Remus said while heading out.
"Yeah, Bye Ladies" James said flashing them a smile, which of course caused them to roll their eyes in disgust.
"Thank god its summer and we won't have to see them ever again." Cassidy said as she sat up.
"I know, they'll be our first prank next year for sure. Something more funny than the last to make sure they don't mess with us." Lily said as she wiped her arms as if she just been touched by dirt. "If that Potter gets on my nerve again I swear I will send him flying in the air then I will hit with a fireball while he's falling." Lily said angrily.
"If that Sirius Black ever sits on me again, I will use my Legilemency skills to find out all of his nasty little secrets since he was four and publish them to the whole Wizarding world!" Cassidy said confidently.
"If Remus Lupin thinks that he could use me as a pillow I swear I will hex him so bad he won't be able to get up to walk." Rachel said still angry.
"Don't worry we'll get them, but back to the topic we were having earlier." Lily said. "I guess we can visit each other lots since we just live across the lake from each other. My house is the one in front of the Lake. How bout you guys?"
"Oh, mine is the house next to the one near the lake." Rachel said.
"My house is in the court next to the lake." Cassidy replied. "We'll be sure to visit each other, there's that path that leads to all the communities around the lake and the forest."
"Yea that's a great idea." Lily said. "As I said before, we are going to have so much fun this summer!"
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The Hogwarts Express finally reached King's Cross Station and all the students were getting off. Everyone were exchanging their goodbyes and giving hugs to each other saying that they'll keep in touch or see you next year.
As for the Emeralds, they just happily headed towards the barrier to go home. They fazed through the barrier, (which Lily had to get use to) where they saw their parents waiting for them.
"Mom! Dad!" Lily said while running up to her parents and giving them huge hugs and a kiss on the cheek.
"Lily dear, we've missed you so much." Mrs. Evans said to her daughter.
"How have you been, everything good at school." Mr. Evans said while hugging his daughter. "We missed you dearly."
"Yeah well, can we just hurry this little 'touchy moment' and get out of here." Petunia spat as she crossed her arms glaring at Lily.
"Petunia, be nice and welcome your sister back home." Mrs. Evans said to her other daughter.
"And why would I want to do that? Like I would like to welcome this freak back home." Petunia sneered at Lily.
"Petunia.." Mr. Evans started.
"Lets just go." Petunia said while walking off towards the car.
Lily just looked at Petunia with an amused look. 'I'm going to have so much fun this summer as well. Dumbledore said that we could still use our powers anywhere, just not for bad reasons.' Lily thought happily.
"Let me go say bye to Cass and Rach ok, then we can go." Lily said.
"Alright dear, we'll get your trunk in the car." Mrs. Evans said.
"Bye Cass, Bye Rach!" Lily said while hugging them. "I'll see you later ok, owl me when we can meet or just walk over." Lily said while smiling and giggling.
"We will, remember what we said this afternoon, don't let Petunia bring you down ok." Cassidy said comforting.
"Don't worry I won't. Plus I have you guys to help me bug the crap out of her all summer." Lily said grinning.
"Yeah that too." Rachel said laughing.
With that Lily, her sister and her parents drove off home towards Hillsburg Community. She was going to have a fun summer.
A/N: Tell me what you think? Please review!
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