Merry Christmas!!! Or for those who don't celebrate… Happy Holidays!!! =)
Thank you everyone for reading and reviewing and everything
And so… You're present:
Tons of people wanted to know the results of the bet and I've been trying to think of the best way to write it. Since it was the last class of their Hogwarts life it couldn't be a letter and just saying who won wouldn't have been very fun. So… this is what I came up with!
Enjoy!
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The sun was hot on his back, the warm breeze blowing his hair around in lazy strands. Birds sung happily in the treetops while students kicked off their shoes and sunk their toes into the crystal clear lake. Adjusting his glasses, James walked slowly around the edge of the forest, looking.
At first he wasn't quite so sure on how he would captivate his Lily's heart that night. Many ideas had run through his mind, some alluring, others just downright dreadful. Not long before he had started his search had he finally decided on the perfect one.
Coming across a spot that looked promising James picked through the tall grass, determined to find it. Finally, after hours of trying to uncover the right one he held it in his hand. Smiling he tucked the treasure safely in his pocket and made his way back up to the castle.
-x-
Sirius leaned back in the overstuffed armchair, his eyes closing halfway. Letting out a breath of air his insides twisted with anticipation. Just the mere thought of what he was going to do heightened his senses, his skin feeling as if it were trying to leap off his bones and submerge itself in the ecstasy it wanted so badly to touch.
Groaning he sat back up, his silver eyes looking expectantly at the empty portrait hole. Remus had been gone for nearly an hour now, an hour longer than what Sirius had wanted. He could never admit it out loud but longed for his love, the soft smell of chocolate, the warmth of his skin against his, the way his perfect eyes watched him as if he were the only one left in the world…
Without warning the door opened and his heart went a flutter, blood pouring quickly throughout his body. It wasn't until James stepped in did the moment pass, his wide smile depleting slightly.
"Where've you been?" He asked, watching as James flopped tiredly down on the red couch next to him, the grin of a maniac plastered on his face.
"Looking." He said brightly.
"For what?"
"The thing that will win me my bet of course!" James beamed.
"Hah! Don't make me laugh Prongs. You and I both know it'll be me winning tonight." A dangerous gleam sprung into Sirius' eyes, his plan was flawless! There was no way he couldn't win.
"Believe what you will Pads, believe what you will." James looked off to the side, suddenly distracted by something over Sirius' shoulder. "Excuse me for a sec will you." James rose, walking pointedly towards Lily, ruffling his hair slightly.
Grumbling Sirius sank back into the chair, his eyes trained solely on the doorway. Remus had to be coming soon.
-x-
He stared transfixed at the cascade of fire rolling down her back, tracing the strands as they tumbled gracefully over her round shoulders. How could one carry such a brilliant flame and not suffer from the heat of it? It was a question James asked quite often but could never find the answer to. As his feet brought him closer she turned, emerald green eyes gazing softly into his own.
"Hello Lily darling," he said, taking her hand in his. They fit perfectly together, like two lost puzzle pieces waiting to be found.
"Hello James." Her smile lit up the room, James' heart melting.
"How about we do something tonight, celebrate the end of classes."
Lily chuckled. "Of course you would want to celebrate that, but okay. What do you have in mind?"
"That, my love, is a surprise."
"Oh?"
"Yes. All that's expected of you is to come to the Room of Requirement at eight and have a fabulous time." He stroked the side of her face; fingers trailing softly down her pale cheeks.
"Alright." Lily said, chuckling once more and kissing his lips lightly. "I'll be there."
-x-
Jim pushes his body up against mine as my arms wrap around his neck and my fingers entwine with his hair. His lips crush mine, the sharp taste of cigarettes on my lips, his hunger growing instead of fading. I can't think, I can hardly breathe, I'm not even sure of what I'm doing…
His tongue grazes my bottom lip and I slightly part them. The taste of cigarettes explodes in my mouth, addicting and yet so very repulsing at the same time. He steers me away from the corner and onto a flat wall, his hands travel down my arms and then to t-
"Reading?"
Sirius nearly jumped out of his seat, the book dropping with a thud next to his feet. Turning sharply he came face to face with a grinning Remus, his chocolate brown eyes shinning.
"Remus!" Sirius exclaimed, swooping down to snatch the book from the floor. "Why'd you have to scare me like that?"
"I didn't mean to," the werewolf said apologetically, sitting in the armchair across from his boyfriend. "I was just surprised."
"Surprised?"
"It's not everyday you sit down and read Sirius."
"I was bored! And besides, you were taking forever to get here."
"Excuses, excuses. So… what were you reading?" Remus asked, leaning forward, placing his head on one of his hands.
Sirius flushed red, pushing the book aside. "Nothing! Well nothing important that is."
Remus laughed at this, "of course it wasn't."
"I'm serious! I just found it on a table and picked a random page."
"Alright, alright." Remus smiled, his eyes glancing quickly over to the discarded book and then back at the embarrassed anamagus. Sirius could be so adorable sometimes.
"Hey Remsie," Sirius said after a moment of silence. "When do you think James is going to be with Lily tonight?"
"I don't know. Why?"
Sirius grinned mischievously, "oh no reason. I just thought was could fulfil our side of the bet is all." He said leaning back comfortably.
Brown eyes widened, "oh?"
"Unless you want to wait for some other day. That'd be fine."
"No, no! Tonight's good."
Laughing Sirius stood up. "If only they knew…"
-x-
The sun began to sink slowly into the horizon, casting long shadows throughout the corridors. The air was cool, a small breeze coursing through the open windows. It was peaceful, serene, and something that you could only find there at Hogwarts.
Checking her watch Lily began her short walk to the Room of Requirement, wondering once more what it was she would find there. She'd come up with a whole manner of ideas, but none seamed like something James would come up with. It would be over the top that's for sure, but something that was sure to please her to no end. He was good with that and could take her breath away without really trying. A small smile spread across her face, he had changed so much from last year and all the years before that. If she had known this side of him earlier… she shook her head, now wasn't the time for reminiscing. There was a surprise to be discovered.
As she approached the wall a door emerged, growing until it was almost as tall as the ceiling. Without touching it, it opened, revealing nothing but black. Sighing Lily walked inside the room, hearing the door closing softly behind her.
She stood there uncertainly, wondering where James was and what exactly she was supposed to be doing. Slowly a dim glow grew around her, it's light flickering in and out of existence. At first she wasn't sure if what she had just saw was real or not, but then it became stronger, almost strong enough to see.
Her eyes widened when she realized the glow was coming from thousands of stars scattered gracefully across the ceiling and the walls until eventually fading into dark. In the corner hung a large full moon. On the ground lay a circle of pillows, rose petals sprinkled around them, and in the centre sat James.
"Do you like it?" He asked standing, coming over to take her hand.
"I love it," she gasped, allowing herself to be dragged over to the pillows.
"I'm glad you do."
Sitting down they gazed up at the sky, watching as a shooting star grazed the celestial heights.
-x-
Bounding up the stairs Sirius burst into the room. "He's gone!" He exclaimed, throwing his arms triumphantly into the air. Grinning he did a small dance before closing the door and crossing over to Remus.
"I could've told you that, Pads." Remus said swinging his legs over the side of the bed.
"Hush Love." Sirius said softly, bring a finger to the other boy's lips. "Tonight is not the time for talking." Bending down he pecked his love on the cheek, his lips already longing for the others. Suppressing the urge Sirius sat on the bed, caressing Remus' cheek, and tracing his pink lips. He was perfect.
Not able to take it any longer he felt his lips brush against his… a soft kiss, and then another, and another. Soon the world around them didn't matter, in a few moments it would be like it didn't even exist. The only thing that was real was each other; the only two people alive were them.
-x-
"Lily?" James asked softly, taking his eyes off the night sky.
"Mmm?"
He watched as she looked over at him, the moon shining just perfectly upon her face and illuminating her eyes. "I have something for you." Reaching into his pocket he brought out something small, placing it gently in between them.
Leaning forward Lily squinted at the tiny object. "What is it?" She asked.
"A seed." James said simply, drawing out his wand.
"A seed?" She looked over at her boyfriend confused. Why did he want to give her a seed?
"Watch."
He pointed his wand at the seed, breathing in deeply. He had tried it before a few times but hadn't actually tested the spell on this one in fear of ruining it. "Surrelium." He whispered, a white beam of light emitting from the tip of his wand.
Slowly the seed rose, roots sprouting from the bottom while a steam peaked out from it's hiding place. Before their eyes grew a flower, it's petals opening in a burst of light.
Flicking his wand once more the flower began to move, it's steam bending elegantly as if in a bow, the leaves acting like arms. Then without warning it began to dance.
Lily stared transfixed at the sight, never seeing anything more beautiful. Its dance was like a story, one of life and growth, love and then eventually death. She watched in silence as it curled into a ball, it's petals drooping as if it were crying, then, it was over.
Reaching up Lily took the flower carefully into her hands. "That was beautiful James." She looked up at him, "Thank you."
James smiled, stowing his wand away. "Anytime my Lily flower."
-x-
Sirius pulled roughly at Remus' shirt… that damned thing only got in the way, why even wear it? Reluctantly he broke away, pulling the shirt off and flinging it to the floor. Much better he thought bringing his body closer to Remus', his lips finding their way down his neck. Remus groaned, his arms snaking tightly around Sirius' back. He wanted so badly to feel him, to touch him. His nails dug into his skin, he needed him.
Sirius brought his mouth back to Remus' their kiss deepening. Lowering Remus onto his back Sirius crawled on top of him, straddling his hips and looming dangerously above him. Leaning down Sirius licked the bottom of the werewolf's lips, his hot breath tickling Remus' nose.
"What do you want?" Breathed Sirius, his lips brushing his lover's.
"You."
Remus crushed his mouth against his own, quickly claiming it as his. Running his fingers down Sirius' chest he felt a low moan from him. Nibbling slightly at the anamagus' lips he brought his hands lower.
-x-
Glancing down at his watch James sighed. "We should probably get going, it's almost eleven."
"I suppose your right," sighed Lily, pulling her gaze away from the stars one last time. Gathering the flower in her hands she stood, James right beside her. Taking his hand they walked slowly out the door.
"I had a great time tonight." Lily said with a smile.
"I did too." James said smiling back.
They made their way back to the common room in silence, parting at the dormitory stairs with a kiss.
"Good night James."
"Good night Lily."
Turning he climbed tiredly up the stairs. What a day, he thought. What an amazing day.
-x-
"We are gathered here today to decide the winner of the bet!"
Lily looked over at Sirius, confused. "What bet?"
Eyes wide Sirius turned towards James. "You didn't tell her?"
"Well uhm… no. Not really... no." James replied, becoming very interested in his fingernails.
"Prongs! Ah… no matter." Sirius shrugged. "Lily, did James woo you with his love expertise last night?"
She looked furiously at her boyfriend and his best friend. All that last night was just for some stupid bet? Grumbling she said yes.
"And Remus! Did Sirius amaze you with his kissing skills?" James asked.
"Yes…" he said, Remus' face turning red as memories from last night flooded his mind.
"Now Lily, think carefully. Who do you think should win Eternal Epic Boyfriend Status?"
"Remus." She said without skipping a beat.
Sirius and James looked incredulously at her. "You can't choose him!"
"And why not? He's Sirius' boyfriend isn't he? He should count!"
"Thank you Lily but it's between them."
Lily sighed. She would never understand the three of them. "Fine, I pick Sirius."
James stared open mouthed at his fiery Lily flower. "But what about me? What about last night?" He grabbed her hands and brought them to his heart. "Did it not mean anything to you?" He asked softly.
Untangling her hands from his Lily looked into his eyes. "Of course it did," she said sweetly. "But I'm still mad at you." Turning away she looked pointedly in the other direction.
Sighing James carried on, "Remus. Who do you think should win Eternal Epic Boyfriend Status?"
"Sirius."
Eyes growing wide Sirius jumped into the air, squealing (of course it was a very manly squeal). "I won! I'm the most Epic Boyfriend in the world!!!" Bouncing over to James Sirius stuck out his hand. "Good bet."
Grinning evilly James shook Sirius' hand. "Just you wait Black. I'm going to beat you next time!"
Sirius returned the smile. "You think that Potter. You think that."
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Woo I'm exhausted. Sorry about the sloppy-ish ending. I hope you liked it! I had so much fun writing it =]
Merry Christmas Everybody!!!