Mrs. Rumpke came to the middle of the Quidditch field and announced, "After careful review of several angles of the goal and catching of the snitch, I have determined that the goal was made before the catch of the snitch." This drew groans from the crowd of Horned Serpent faithful. She continued, "However, due to Quidditch league rules, in the event of a tie, the winning team is the team that of who caught the snitch. The winner of this match is Horned Serpent!"

Lily was dumbfounded as her teammates congratulated her on her first win. Mrs. Rumpke handed back Lily the snitch, who then tried to hand it to George. George shook his head. He said, "Its yours, Lily. Ilvermorny tradition dictates that when it's a players first seeker game and they catch the snitch, they get to keep the snitch."

Lily was dumbfounded. Everyone head to the atrium for a late lunch, which soon spilled out onto the grounds as a picnic as games and such erupted amongst the celebrations. Lily only stayed for about an hour, before heading back to her room. Julia and Renee both looked concerned but knew their friend would seek them when she was ready.

Up in her room, Lily's mirror was vibrating. Lily answered it and saw that it was a four-way communication between Lily, James, Albus who had Jasmine, Ivy, and Iris with him, and her father. Lily sat down at her desk and propped mirror up after telling it to expand to size two.

Lily said, "Okay. What's going on to have a four-way call?"

Father expanded his mirror and Lily saw that their mother was with him. Lily knew then that this was serious. It was essentially a family meeting, but via mirror.

Father said, "Ideally, we would tell everyone in person, but its not plausible with Lily and James at Ilvermorny, and the rest of you at Hogwarts. First off, the good news. In July, the Potter family will be adding a new addition to our little family."

Everyone was dumbstruck. Lily said, "I'm so happy for you two, mother and father. Mother, is everything alright?"

Ginny said, "Everything is fine. Healer Michaelson has said that I'm healthy and everything should be fine."

Lily couldn't read her brothers' reactions, but the other girls were bouncing up and down with excitement.

Iris said, "Do we know gender or is it too early to tell even with magic?"

Ginny giggled. She said, "Magic can tell us; however, Harry and I have decided to wait and be surprised."

Harry said, "Lily, can you please do the honors and tell the Murphy children there? I've already informed Victor and his family. Iris, Jasmine and Ivy, your parents and grandmother have been informed."

James asked, "Okay. That was the good news. I presume there is some bad news?"

Harry's eyes took a downward turn. He said, "I've done my best to educate you children: that is James, Albus and Lily on the nonmagical world and who rules England as Queen. It was announced this morning that Prince Phillip, Queen Elizabeth's husband passed away late last night in his sleep at the age of 100."

Iris, Jasmine, and Ivy started crying as they knew the significance of the death. Lily did too. It was a bad day for the Monarchy of England who not only ruled the nonmagical world in England but also had the final say in the magical aspect of certain things. It had been that way since the second downfall of Tom Riddle.

Harry said, "Since I have standing in the nonmagical world, I have to attend as will Mr. Murphy senior. Albus will be attending as my heir to the Black family. James, you will need to accompany as heir to the Potter family. I will let you know when the funeral is and when I'll pick you up. I will also shoot Mrs. Allen a message with the details also. Lily, you will not be required to attend."

Lily bowed her head and said a quick prayer to God and to the Lord of Magic for the healing of the royal family in the times to come.

After chatting for a few more minutes, they ended the mirror call. Lily leaned back in her chair and sighed. So, she was going to be a big sister. She had never imagined it would happen after this long. Her father craved a big family, and her mother had been content with three children since she herself had come from a big family. Lily couldn't really blame her, with seeing the family get togethers. Teddy and Victoire were going to be getting married next spring.

Lily stood up, and went in search of Julia, Irene, and Renee. She found them in the commons area of the building enjoying a game of cards. Renee saw her approaching. She put her cards face down and said, "Thought you would be out celebrating with your teammates."

Lily said, "You know I'm not one for crowds, Renee."

Julia said, "She really isn't. So, what's going on?"

Lily said, "I was up in my room, getting ready to start our reading for the week, when I received a mirror call from my father."

Renee said, "I got an email from my father also. They will be traveling to England in the next week or so for Prince Phillip's funeral."

Lily said, "So, Mr. Murphy also has standing in the nonmagical aspect?"

Renee said, "Yep. The Murphy family as you know descend from Rowena Ravenclaw. I don't know if your father has told you or not, but the Potter's descend from Godric Gryffindor."

Lily was gob smacked. No wonder her father's family had always gone into Gryffindor. She wondered how Albus even had gotten into Slytherin. He was the first Potter to do so.

Lily said, "Well, Prince Phillip's funeral wasn't the only bit of news my father gave us. It was a four-way call between me, James, and Albus, which also included Iris, Ivy, and Jasmine."

Irene said speaking for the first time, "Oh?"

Lily said, "My parents are having another baby."

The other three were dumbfounded. Renee said, "When?"

Lily said, "July."

Irene said, "Congratulations."

Lily smiled her thanks.

Irene said, "I do have a question though. Who is Prince Phillip?"

Lily said, "Not many know of him especially if they don't follow the monarchy in England. He is married to Queen Elizabeth. Most people would think he would be called King Phillip but that's not how the royal family works when it comes to a Queen marrying. His grandson, Prince Harry is just recently abdicated his duties with the monarchy, and moved to North America where his wife, Megan Markle is from."

Renee said, "That's right. So, James is going to have to miss school for that as heir to the Potter family."

Lily nodded. She said, "And Albus is missing school at Hogwarts for as the Black heir."

Renee said, "Wait what?"

Lily said, "My father was named heir to Sirius Black, his godfather in his godfather's will. Making him Lord Black upon Sirius passing, but thanks to Headmaster Dumbledor, my father didn't know about this, or any of his inheritances until his twenty-fifth birthday. When Albus was born, my father named him the Black heir, much to the disapproval of the remaining Black family."

Irene said, "Do you get any titles when you marry, Lily?"

Lily shook her head. She said, "Unless I marry nobly, I will not. Which I am content with."

Renee said, "I know Grandfather intends to pass on the title to Aunt Heather or Aunt Amanda. He hasn't decided yet, and to further complicate matters now, we have Dudley's children in the mix, as they could technically inherit. Technically it goes to the women of the household with their husbands taking the headship, but with Aunt Petunia being a squib, and them not knowing where Aunt Lily was, it went to Grandfather."

Julia shook her head. She said looking at Irene, "We got into a complicated family didn't we, Irene?"

Irene giggled. Renee hit Julia in the arm. Lily smiled. She had such a good group of friends.

The following week, led to James, Emily, and Lily standing by in Mrs. Allen's office with their suitcases in hand. Emily was going as Victor's heir, and Lily had decided to attend as well. The dress that she had bought at the AstroMall in August was in bag. Victor was picking the three of them up and taking them to England.

Uncle Victor soon came through the floo and smiled at the three of them. He said, "I'm glad to see the three of you ready to go. Our plane leaves in two hours so we must get to the airport. Thank you for allowing this Mrs. Allen."

Mrs. Allen said, "Family duties tend to come first, Lord Murphy. Do you have the floo address for the airport?"

Uncle Victor nodded and handed it to Mrs. Allen who opened the connection temporarily for their safe travel. Uncle Victor went first, followed by James, Emily, and Lily in that order. At the airport, Uncle Victor checked them in, and they went through security just fine.

James said, "Victor, why are we traveling by plane?"

Victor said, "Press is going to be all over this event. We must arrive and travel by these means as it will be publicized on who is attending and what not. So, you children had better be on your best behavior."

Lily said, "Good thing I brought plenty to read."

Victor said, "You brought your textbooks?"

Lily nodded. She said, "I've been having some trouble in a certain class and hope by rereading it the chapter will help."

Victor said looking around, "Which class?"

Lily said, "Arithmancy. Math was never my strong suit."

Victor nodded. He said, "Once we're on the plane and settled, I can help you. Good thing. I put you beside me. Emily is by the window, and James across the aisle from me on an aisle seat."