When in Doubt~
-A series of drabbles about what the Potter characters would do when in doubt-
Lily-
The Wizarding world was full of prejudices. Lily knew that by firsthand experience and of course, by observing people at school. But she could never understand why everyone was so hateful towards one group or another. Magic was magic, so why should it matter if one's parents were Muggles or not?
Severus had told her that being Muggle-born didn't matter. Her fellow Gryffindors said the same thing, and she was sure that the Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs agreed. Yet for some reason, all of the Slytherins hated Muggles and Muggleborns, and that was exactly where Sev was.
Lily should've known that her best friend's views would be changed.
As the magical world started becoming more dangerous, there was more prejudice against those with Muggle blood running through their veins. The term 'Mudblood' was used more often… not that any of the Professors heard the word being said. And then… in fifth year…. Well, Lily wasn't going to forgive Severus anytime soon.
But she couldn't figure out what, exactly, was so bad about being Muggleborn. And she didn't understand why everyone hated werewolves, too. They weren't even themselves when they transformed. Lily wanted all the hating to stop, even though she doubted it ever would.
When in doubt, don't be a hater. Yes, it was a bit childish, but Lily didn't mind.