Relive the mysterious and strange past of Harry Potter…… read All for Love, the series of stories before Harry Potter ……learn how James and Lily met……watch the betrayal by Pettigrew……relive the night of horror when Voldemort appeared……all these and more, in All for Love.
All for Love- a thrilling four book series of the days before the Boy Who Lived.
Days of Freedom
Never Again
Night of Mercy
The Innocent
Days of Freedom
By Lorelai
A/N: This is a story of Lily and James. At least this one, anyways. It's strictly a love & fluff story. Yeah, isn't it nice? But I know, people like a little more than this…don't worry, folks. It's not that bad. And if it is, you can flame me! And if you read the thingie atop of the heading, you will know that there is 4 parts to the whole series. Yes, I am going to complete all of it. Huge mammoth task, I know but I will do it. At this time (April 20th), I have the first story done and one chapter will be uploaded each week, which gives me a lot of time to do the other parts! It also gives me time to respond to feedback. Enjoy reading!!
Disclaimer- Very straightforward. The ones that are J.K.R's, are hers. And the rest is pretty much mine. And if you recognize some that seem like some one else's, it probably is.
Chapter 2 - Lily Evans
The majestic structure had many turrets and towers, protruding into the night sky which twinkled with stars. James was herded along with the other students toward a lake. Nearing the dock, he could see many little wooden boats tied to the dock. He gestured for Sirius to look at the boats and Sirius nodded when he saw them. Soon, they were at the dock and they began being separated into fours.
Sirius was with him, along with another boy and the most beautiful girl James had ever seen. She was very pretty with long, lustrous, red hair, white skin, and the clearest green eyes. James was dumbfounded. He stared at her until she blushed, a pink tinge appearing in her cheeks and he realized he was embarrassing her. Humiliated, he didn't look at her until they reached the castle.
After reaching the castle, a young witch, with black hair and dressed in green robes with a black cloak opened the door. She spoke in a sharp voice and her stern manner made James straighten up right away. She led them to a large room and spoke to them.
" Now, " She surveyed the room, light glinting off her glasses solemnly. " Straighten yourselves up a little and clean up so you can be presented to the school. You will be sorted in a short while. There are four houses, Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. Each house has a magnificent history and has turned out many wizards and witches. We hope you will be happy here at Hogwarts."
The witch ended the speech and exited the room. James looked at Sirius, who shrugged.
James looked away and his eyes rested on the girl he had been with before. She was re-doing her hair. He stared at her. James couldn't help keeping his eyes on her. Her long, curly, red hair fell to her waist and had gold streaks that shone in the light. Her hands were graceful and clean. Then she turned and looked straight into James' eyes. He was startled at how beautiful she looked. Her clear, crisp, green eyes sparkled and shone. James blushed and lowered his eyes. He realized he wasn't all that good-looking. His dark brown eyes looked dull and his untidy black hair was a mess. He tried to comb it with his hands and desperately tried to flatten it. James suddenly caught the red-headed girl looking his way. He looked up at her. She smiled and blushed. James smiled back.
Suddenly, the witch came back. She beckoned with her hand for them to come to her. She made them stand in a line and march out of the room in an orderly fashion. They walked into a beautiful hall. James looked up at the ceiling and gasped. It was black and starry, just like the sky outside. He remembered reading in one of his school books that it was enchanted to look like the sky outside. He had believed it when he read about it but now that he saw it, it seemed unreal.
" Okay, Now the sorting shall begin," said the witch.
James gazed around him. The hall they had walked into was fully occupied with students, dressed in black. There were four, large tables. A high table stood at the rear. He recognized Professor Albus Dumbledore, the headmaster. The witch began reading names from a long scroll of parchment.
" Anderson, Sarah," Sarah. The name brought back a fresh stab of pain and grief. But James did not dwell in his sorrow for long. Sarah Anderson, a brunette with blue eyes walked toward the hat and put it on.
Seconds later, the hat shouted," RAVENCLAW!" The next name was called.
" Black, Sirius," James watched as his new friend walked to the stool and put on the hat. It shouted " GRYFFINDOR,"
The witch called, " Evans, Lily," The red-headed, green-eyed girl stepped out of line and walked to the hat. She sat on the stool and put on the hat. It shouted, " GRYFFINDOR!" James let out a sigh of relief. Now if he could get in Gryffindor, Lily could be with him. He paid no attention as the witch continued calling out names until she said his name.
" Potter, James."
James swallowed and walked to the stool. With trembling hands, he picked up the hat and settled it on his head. It was too big and slid over his brow and covered his eyes. To his immense surprise, he heard a small voice speak in his ear. " Hmm. This is quite interesting. Quite interesting. Now, where should I put you? Oh, I know. You seem to have a lot of courage and well, well. Here's some nice wit too. Now you can be placed in either Gryffindor or Ravenclaw. It's up to you!" James was so relieved.
He thought," Gryffindor, if you please." " Sure, GRYFFINDOR!"
He heard the hat yell the last word to the entire hall. Then James, trembling with relief, removed the hat and walked to the Gryffindor table. He sat down beside Sirius and the two boys grinned. James looked for Lily at the table. He found her talking to a blond-haired, blue-eyed girl. He smiled and turned his attention to Dumbledore, the headmaster, who was speaking.
" Welcome to Hogwarts," he announced. James took a good, long look at Albus Dumbledore. He was fairly tall, with long, auburn hair that was slowly turning grey and silvery white at the corners of his head.
" As you all know, unfortunately, last summer, Professor Armando Dippet, who was headmaster of Hogwarts for the last 14 years, passed away due to heart problems. According to Ministry directions, I was appointed for the next Headmaster of Hogwarts. Of course, I was delighted to accept the post. And now, I am pleased to present myself here. As many of you know, I was the Transfiguration teacher here before i was appointed to this position. Now, I have only three more words to say to you. Enjoy your dinner!" James was impressed by the speech, like Sirius.
" Whoa," he whispered to James. " He's pretty impressive." James nodded, awed. Then he gazed down at his plate.
" WHOA!" he said, staring at it. It was filled with scrumptious food and drink. James' stomach growled urgently and he blushed as Lily's gaze rested on him. He filled his plate with mashed potatoes and gravy, chicken drumsticks, wild rice, and many more delicious foods. A large pitcher stood in the middle of the table. He reached for it and saw that it was filled with pumpkin juice. He was struck with another flash of pain and grief. Pumpkin juice was his mother's favorite drink. He remembered her giggling when she drank it. He shook himself out of his memories and proceeded to pour the juice into his golden goblet. He was so absorbed, he didn't realize he had spilled juice onto the tablecloth until a voice awoke him.
" James?" said an uncertain voice. James immediately started. He had realized it was a female voice and it sounded like Lily Evans'! He raised his eyes to meet hers. He was struck at how bright they were. He stuttered an apology and quickly began mopping up the spilled juice. Someone handed him a napkin. It was Lily.
" Thanks," he mumbled, not daring to raise his eyes. He knew his face was flushed red. " It's ok and you're welcome," she said, smiling. He smiled awkwardly. Sirius chuckled.
" What?" James hissed at Sirius seconds later. Lily was looking away, her cheeks red.
" Well, it's obvious you're smitten. I reckon you ought to start looking for a priest and a chapel," He chuckled some more. James looked around. Lily was smiling and looking down at her hands. James felt his face flush red.
" Ok," he sighed. " Stop teasing us."
Sirius sniggered and stuffed himself of mashed potatoes. Surprisingly, the rest of the evening passed without incident.
At the end of the feast, the headmaster led them in singing the school song. James stood up with the rest of the Gryffindors and followed the older students up to the dormitories. He couldn't keep track of the path. Up a stairway, through a hallway, down a corridor, and finally, they arrived at the end of a hallway. He saw the portrait of a large pink lady there.
" Password," the painting asked. James knew it was ordinary that paintings moved and it was no surprise to him but Sirius raised his eyebrows at the sight. " Cool," he whispered. James agreed.
The tall, brown-haired boy in the front of the group said," Lion Gryffindor,"
The painting swung back on its hinges and revealed a doorway. James followed the students through the door and inside a large room.
" This is the common room. You will be allowed to stay here to relax and talk with your friends. Also, most of your homework will be done here." The boy announced.
" This is the staircase that leads to the boys' dorm." he said, gesturing toward a winding staircase in a corner of the room.
" And this is the girls' dorm," he said, motioning towards another staircase. James felt very sleepy. He walked up the staircase, accompanied by Sirius. He watched Lily wave a goodbye and disappear up the girls' staircase. He walked until he reached a landing. The door in front of him read " First-years," James opened the door. To his amazement, his trunk already stood at the corner of a bed inside the room. The room was circular and decorated in dark red colors.
He set his wand down on the bedside table and changed into his pajamas. Sirius did the same on the bed next to him. Both remained silent as they drew back the curtains and climbed into bed.
" G'd night," said Sirius and James returned the greeting.
This bed isn't bad, James thought. The sheets were very soft and soon, he drifted off to sleep.
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