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Step Two: Admitting the Problem

"Good afternoon, class!" said Lily cheerfully to the Marauders the next day (actually only James and Sirius. Remus wasn't in the forest with them, and Peter was just guilty by association).

"The good part is an opinion," mumbled Sirius.

They were in the Charms room. Professor Flitwick had given the room to his favorite student (Lily) when she had asked if she could use it for a project.

"Now, the first lesson is going to be about realization," said Lily.

"Yes, you must admit that you have a problem before you can correct it," added Grace.

"Alright," said Sirius, "I admit I have a problem. Can I go now?"

"Mr. Black," said Lily, "I don't believe that you said that sincerely."

"Duh," he muttered.

"What was that?" asked Lily.

"Oh, nothing. I was just commenting on what lovely weather we're having for this time of year," he said.

Lily wasn't stupid, "Oh, really. Mr. Black, may I remind you that your Hogwarts career is at stake here. You'd better behave and do as we say."

"Tyrant," he muttered.

"Oh, and stop muttering under your breath," said Grace. "We can hear every word you say."

"Now," said Lily, "we don't expect you to admit anything today."

"Yeah," said Grace, "you're all way too far gone to realize what you're doing this early on."

"Bet you a galleon that it takes them a month at least," whispered Grace to Lily.

"I'm in. I say a week."

"A week?"

"When I'm through with them," she smiled.

"What are you two talking about?" asked James.

"Nothing," they said together.

"Please," said Sirius. "That was the most obvious lie I've ever heard in my life. I'm a prankster. Lies are my specialty."

"You've caught us," said Lily. "Grace and I were talking about how sexy you boys look right now."

Sirius gave a superior smile, "See, I knew you were lying. Now, tell me more about how sexy you think I am."

"Well, so sexy that we've decided to take you two out on a date and cancel today's class," said Lily.

"Well," said Sirius, "then we'll have to be leaving. Meet you in the common room at 9." He winked, and they both departed.

Grace looked at Lily as though she was insane, "We're going on a date with them?"

Lily smiled, "You'll see. This one will work out great."

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James and Sirius didn't come into the common room until 11.

"Well, let's find Grace and Lily, then," said Sirius.

There was no one in the common room.

"They've stood us up!" cried Sirius.

A note came sailing down.

Damn straight we've stood you up. Not only were we planning to anyway, but you we're TWO HOURS late! That is a big no-no. I guess you could say it's your first true lesson. Class tomorrow at 4:30 PM. Be there, or be expelled. It's your choice.

Fondly,

Grace and Lily

"Fondly?! Yeah right!" said Sirius.

"I can't believe they're being so harsh about this," said James. "I mean, I've been four hours late before with no complaints."

Maybe they have a point, said a voice in his head. "Shut up!" he said.

"What?!" cried Sirius. "I wasn't talking!"

"I know," said James. They walked upstairs.

"You know, James," said Sirius, "the voices in your head don't usually answer back. Trust me, I know these things."

"How'd you know I was talking to the voices in my head?"

"Lucky guess. Insane people normally do, I'm told."

"I'm not insane!"

"No? Then why are you talking to the voices in your head?"

"Nothing better to do."

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James and Sirius were already seated when Lily and Grace came walking in.

"You're late," said James, thinking if he could somehow make them feel guilty they would be nicer. Or at least make the lesson shorter.

"No, Mr. Potter," said Lily. "It's exactly 4:30. But since I know that you're so eager to start, we'll reward you by making class extra long."

"What?!" cried Sirius. "I don't share that feeling with James! You were both very early!"

"Nice try," said Lily.

"Now, let's get started," said Grace. "But wait, first I think this place needs a little something."

"Yes," Lily agreed, "it does."

"Food?" suggested Sirius.

"Okay," said Grace. She muttered a spell.

Food came pouring down on the two.

"What the heck?!" cried James.

"It's garbage from the lake," said Grace. "The giant squid and merpeople have to live in that. We thought you'd like a little taste of it, too."

"I did NOT throw all this garbage in there," said James.

"Yeah," said Grace, "you're right. Sirius helped."

Sirius shrugged, "Yeah, she's right."

"Oh wait," said Grace, "we're missing something." She took something out of her bag, and placed it on Sirius' desk.

"Ew!" said James, when he saw what it was.

"Aw, is this poor Jones?" asked Sirius.

"No," replied Grace, "this is his wife, Jane."

"Squirrels can get married?" asked Sirius.

"No, but that's not the point."

"Then why is Jane his wife?"

"Sirius Black, you would try a saint's patience!" cried Grace.

"Then it's a good thing you're no saint," he replied.

She walked right up to him, pulled him up by his ear, and kicked him on the shins.

She then walked back over to Lily, and continued talking as though Sirius wasn't rolling on the ground in pain.

"So, class what have we learned?" she asked.

James raised his hand.

"Yes, James?"

"Never upset Professor Greenleaf."

"Very good."

Sirius gave a groan from the floor.

"Grace, why'd you kick him?" asked Lily after class.

"Well, he wasn't listening. Sometimes you have to take extreme measures. Besides, I doubt he'll talk in class as much."

Lily knew she was right. Grace could kick pretty hard.

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James and Sirius came back from the hospital wing at dinner. Madam Pomfrey hadn't asked why Sirius had shattered a bone in his shin, she had simply mended it. They walked straight over Lily and Grace.

"Sirius has something to say to Grace," said James.

Grace turned expectantly, "Yes?"

"I-I, I'm s-s-sorry," he finally got out.

Grace smiled, "Apology accepted."

"Oh," said James, "there's something else."

"Yes?" the two girls said together.

"W-we admit we have a problem."

The two quickly ran out of the Great Hall, grabbing some food as they left.

Lily turned to Grace, "Two days? That's closer to a week than a month."

"You're not getting your galleon 'til I get proof they've changed. I'll bet they've gone off to talk about how heartless and pathetic females are."

"Well," said Lily, "there is one way to check and see if they've changed."

"Oh yeah?" asked Grace. "What would that be?"

Lily pointed to two girls. "See those two girls over there?"

"Yeah, they're kinda hard to miss. They are two of the most desired girls in the school."

"Even for Sirius and James," smiled Lily. "The brunette one owes me a favor. I helped her in charms."

Grace gave a huge smile as she caught on. "You mean?"

"Yes. Let's wait 'til their male fan base calms down, though."

They laughed. Sirius and James SO had it coming.

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A/n: Oh come on, like i wsa gonna let those 2 off so easy. No, they're too big of arses to let off. i'm gonna make 'em suffer. besides, Rome wasn't built in 2 days.

The actual Grace, who the character in this story is based off of, has some words 4 all of u: Everyone, the environment DOES need a lot of help, and if u could also beat up any sexist guys u meet, that would help too.

Thanks Grace, ur words of wisdom shall help us through life, i'm sure.

thanks 2 all the beautiful ppl who reviewed! kudos 2 all of u!

rosezgarden- o BOY r james and sirius gonna get it. i'm glad u like the story!

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Alia- james is the biggest git in the world. i'm gonna have so much fun changing him!