Chapter 26- Tears and Easter Plans
Remus walked up the stairs to the boys' dorm slowly, head down. He felt like crying, just crumpling up in a ball on the floor and crying. But, perhaps foolishly, he held it all in. Sure, he was a sentimental guy. But he didn't think that bawling where people might see was the best idea. He sighed, blinking back tears.
(flashback)
"Remus," Chloe said slowly, not looking him in the eye. "Why didn't you tell me?"
"I-I was afraid. I didn't want to lose you." he answered truthfully.
"I had the right to know. You should have told me before now." she said softly, looking up at him, her hazel eyes serious.
"I know I should have. I just didn't want you to get angry." he winced as her expression hardened visibly.
"You didn't want me to get angry?! I wouldn't have, if you had just told me. I'm not angry at you because you're a werewolf, Remus. I'm angry because you kept it from me, and for this long. I don't think this relationship is going to last, so goodbye!" Remus reached out to stop her, but she wiggled out of his grip and ran for the castle. He stared after her, wide-eyed, knowing that it was all his fault.
(end flashback)
He didn't know how much longer he could hold in the tears. Reaching the door to his dorm, he opened it slowly and walked in. His three friends looked up and him, sensing his mood. He ignored their inquiries as he walked towards his bed. Sprawling himself out onto his stomach, he put his head in his hands. This is all my fault! Why didn't I tell her before? I love her so much, and nothing will ever change that. Now I have to live without her... He started to cry softly, hoping that the other guys wouldn't see him, but at the same time not caring whether they did or not.
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Chloe entered her dorm, her eyes red-rimmed from crying. She looked a mess, and the two other girls jumped up when they saw her. Lily rushed over and put her arms around her friend.
"What happened? Are you okay? We've been looking for you everywhere!" Jennifer said quickly, dropping her book and rushing over as well.
Chloe didn't respond, unless sobbing into Lily's shoulder had its own language. She continued to sob for quite a few minutes before her two friends could get anything comprehensible out of her.
"I b-broke up w-with Remus." she started wailing again. Lily and Jennifer squeezed her hand, trying to comfort her but it wasn't appearing to work. They were both very surprised upon hearing this, but thought it best not to ask about it right then. "I-I overreacted. I didn't really mean t-to it j-just happened!"
"Can't you just tell him that and it'll all be okay?" Jennifer asked softly.
"N-no! I can't do that!" Lily and Jennifer looked to each other, slightly confused. Why couldn't she? They weren't about to feel sorry for Chloe if she was just going to be stubborn.
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The four Marauders and three girls sat at the end of the Gryffindor table that they had claimed as their own. Eager to dig in to breakfast, they were slightly annoyed to find that Dumbledore wanted to address the Hall first.
"Sorry everyone, I know you're hungry. I just wanted to let you all know that we (meaning myself and the other staff members) have been planning a little Easter contest. As you all know, Easter is this Sunday, so there isn't much time to do this. Anyway, the contest is this: You and a partner will go on a treasure hunt through the grounds. You'll have about three hours to search. We'll then meet back here and whichever group has found the most objects, will win the unknown prize. Now, this only applies to those who are staying for the Easter holidays, of course, and you are not being forced to participate, only encouraged." He smiled as he took his seat and breakfast appeared.
"A treasure hunt?" James asked excitedly.
"Yeah, it sounds fun. I'm going to have to owl my parents and tell them I'm staying for the holidays." she laughed and batted her eyelashes at him. "Will you be my partner for the hunt, James?"
He pretended to look surprised and pleased at the same time. "Why of course I will." He gave her hand a squeeze under the table. In their happiness, they failed to notice how uncomfortable Chloe and Remus looked. They were sitting as far apart as possible and purposely avoiding eye contact with each other. Sirius and Jennifer looked to be partners already, and so that left the other two all alone. Lily was about to bet that she'd eat her sock before they decided to work together on anything now.
Chloe rose from her seat and walked over to a sixth year boy who had been looking at her. The rest of them couldn't hear what she was saying, but by her expression she was asking to be his partner. Remus glanced at her sadly out of the corner of his eye. He wasn't about to give up though. He eventually resolved to partner with Peter, who was looking very lost. Remus didn't look all too happy about this arrangement, but he supposed that sometimes sacrifices must be made.
Breakfast was spent with everyone eagerly discussing the treasure hunt and what might be in store. Chloe and Remus were the only ones who were silent and appeared not to be looking forward to it.
Lily turned to James, throwing down her fork and pushing her plate away. "Want to come up with me while I send my parents an owl?" He nodded, and the two of them left hand in hand.
They playfully pushed each other around on the way, James ended up tripping her on 'accident' a few times. She responded by kicking him when he helped her up, but not on purpose, of course.
When they reached their destination, she wrote a quick note and sent it off with her owl. Then she turned back to James, smiling up at him.
"What would you like to do today?" he asked, winking at her.
"Hmm…I don't know…" she said, playing stupid. She loved to tease him. "I thought maybe I'd go to the library, but without you of course."
He grinned. "Don't play stupid with me. I'm better at it."
Lily's emerald eyes twinkled as she laughed. "That's for sure." She replied, taking his hand in hers and pulling him out the door.
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A/N: *frown* it made me so sad to write all that about Chloe and Remus. I really liked them as a couple. ;( But don't worry, I have more planned for them…all in good time. I hope you enjoyed this chapter, and I wanted to apologize for it taking awhile to get up. I've been pretty busy with end of the year crap, and well, you know. I have two more days of school!! Yes! And Monday is our carnival, and Tuesday is our recognition ceremony thing, so really I have no more classes. Anyway, I'm rambling (yet again…). Thanks a lot for last chapter's reviews!! Please tell me what you thought of this one!
~Emily~
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nats56- Thanks a lot! I'm glad you found it good!
SAKURAnTOKYO- I feel so bad for writing all that…but it will turn out alright, I promise. Thanks again!
Kasey- I wrote more ;) Thanks for reviewing!
Kristatwen- *fliches* I hope you aren't *too* pissed…thanks again!
Lunita- Thanks!!! Hope you liked this chapter too!
K'trina- Well, her reaction wasn't exactly what would have been nicest…but I didn't want the story to be so…you know, where everything always turns out alright.
KoolKitty- Thanks again, o' faithful reviewer. You make me happy, you review all of my stories! Thanks a lot!
Libertygrl413- Lol, I know what you mean about cliffhangers. But they're just so much fun to write…thank you!
Kase- Lol, well I'm glad you like it that much! I wish I had more sugar at the moment, I'm falling asleep at the keyboard…
Min Hee Ha- Thanks again, your opinion really does mean a lot to me. I owe you one for reviewing every chapter!
MarauderChick-Lily- Hehe, here's the next chapter. Thanks a bunch!
SMAC- I agree, they are a cute couple. Sorry about the fighting though…but all couples fight, right? (whoa, that rhymes, hate it when I do that…) Lol, thanks again!
Lilyblossom- True, it probably could have…I'm glad you told me, I didn't realize that when I was writing it. Thanks a lot, once again!
Midnightlily- Really? That's cool. Happy Birthday! (though I'm most likely late) Thank you again!
Riauna- I'm glad you like it! I hope you continue to!
Siri's girl- Thanks again! I'll try not to forget the e-mail…
Red- I know, it is so unfair *sigh* I wish I could somehow revive him from being a werewolf…poor guy. Thanks a lot for reviewing, your reviews always make me smile!
Up2early- Lol, I hope this was soon enough! Thank you!
GurlieGurl4Life- He is sweet, sooo sweet. But I just couldn't make it so easy, could I? Thanks for reviewing!
The Lady Lillian- Yeah, but he shouldn't have waited…(wait a minute…it's me who waited…) Anyway, I'm confusing myself, so thanks again!
Phoenixheart- Lol, I do like the rambling. And I'm happy for you (only 57 hours of school left) I only have 12! Well, less actually, because the ceremony thing on Tuesday ends at 11 and then we can leave. Anyway, you should write a story! That's what I do when I come up with weird ideas…well, thanks again!
XxXTonuXxXChickXxX- Lol, your reviews always make me smile. And I think we had better leave what Chloe and Remus do to our imaginations…Anyway, I'm glad you like all the chapters and I hope this one fits in too! Thanks again, I really love reading your reviews!
Remus walked up the stairs to the boys' dorm slowly, head down. He felt like crying, just crumpling up in a ball on the floor and crying. But, perhaps foolishly, he held it all in. Sure, he was a sentimental guy. But he didn't think that bawling where people might see was the best idea. He sighed, blinking back tears.
(flashback)
"Remus," Chloe said slowly, not looking him in the eye. "Why didn't you tell me?"
"I-I was afraid. I didn't want to lose you." he answered truthfully.
"I had the right to know. You should have told me before now." she said softly, looking up at him, her hazel eyes serious.
"I know I should have. I just didn't want you to get angry." he winced as her expression hardened visibly.
"You didn't want me to get angry?! I wouldn't have, if you had just told me. I'm not angry at you because you're a werewolf, Remus. I'm angry because you kept it from me, and for this long. I don't think this relationship is going to last, so goodbye!" Remus reached out to stop her, but she wiggled out of his grip and ran for the castle. He stared after her, wide-eyed, knowing that it was all his fault.
(end flashback)
He didn't know how much longer he could hold in the tears. Reaching the door to his dorm, he opened it slowly and walked in. His three friends looked up and him, sensing his mood. He ignored their inquiries as he walked towards his bed. Sprawling himself out onto his stomach, he put his head in his hands. This is all my fault! Why didn't I tell her before? I love her so much, and nothing will ever change that. Now I have to live without her... He started to cry softly, hoping that the other guys wouldn't see him, but at the same time not caring whether they did or not.
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Chloe entered her dorm, her eyes red-rimmed from crying. She looked a mess, and the two other girls jumped up when they saw her. Lily rushed over and put her arms around her friend.
"What happened? Are you okay? We've been looking for you everywhere!" Jennifer said quickly, dropping her book and rushing over as well.
Chloe didn't respond, unless sobbing into Lily's shoulder had its own language. She continued to sob for quite a few minutes before her two friends could get anything comprehensible out of her.
"I b-broke up w-with Remus." she started wailing again. Lily and Jennifer squeezed her hand, trying to comfort her but it wasn't appearing to work. They were both very surprised upon hearing this, but thought it best not to ask about it right then. "I-I overreacted. I didn't really mean t-to it j-just happened!"
"Can't you just tell him that and it'll all be okay?" Jennifer asked softly.
"N-no! I can't do that!" Lily and Jennifer looked to each other, slightly confused. Why couldn't she? They weren't about to feel sorry for Chloe if she was just going to be stubborn.
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The four Marauders and three girls sat at the end of the Gryffindor table that they had claimed as their own. Eager to dig in to breakfast, they were slightly annoyed to find that Dumbledore wanted to address the Hall first.
"Sorry everyone, I know you're hungry. I just wanted to let you all know that we (meaning myself and the other staff members) have been planning a little Easter contest. As you all know, Easter is this Sunday, so there isn't much time to do this. Anyway, the contest is this: You and a partner will go on a treasure hunt through the grounds. You'll have about three hours to search. We'll then meet back here and whichever group has found the most objects, will win the unknown prize. Now, this only applies to those who are staying for the Easter holidays, of course, and you are not being forced to participate, only encouraged." He smiled as he took his seat and breakfast appeared.
"A treasure hunt?" James asked excitedly.
"Yeah, it sounds fun. I'm going to have to owl my parents and tell them I'm staying for the holidays." she laughed and batted her eyelashes at him. "Will you be my partner for the hunt, James?"
He pretended to look surprised and pleased at the same time. "Why of course I will." He gave her hand a squeeze under the table. In their happiness, they failed to notice how uncomfortable Chloe and Remus looked. They were sitting as far apart as possible and purposely avoiding eye contact with each other. Sirius and Jennifer looked to be partners already, and so that left the other two all alone. Lily was about to bet that she'd eat her sock before they decided to work together on anything now.
Chloe rose from her seat and walked over to a sixth year boy who had been looking at her. The rest of them couldn't hear what she was saying, but by her expression she was asking to be his partner. Remus glanced at her sadly out of the corner of his eye. He wasn't about to give up though. He eventually resolved to partner with Peter, who was looking very lost. Remus didn't look all too happy about this arrangement, but he supposed that sometimes sacrifices must be made.
Breakfast was spent with everyone eagerly discussing the treasure hunt and what might be in store. Chloe and Remus were the only ones who were silent and appeared not to be looking forward to it.
Lily turned to James, throwing down her fork and pushing her plate away. "Want to come up with me while I send my parents an owl?" He nodded, and the two of them left hand in hand.
They playfully pushed each other around on the way, James ended up tripping her on 'accident' a few times. She responded by kicking him when he helped her up, but not on purpose, of course.
When they reached their destination, she wrote a quick note and sent it off with her owl. Then she turned back to James, smiling up at him.
"What would you like to do today?" he asked, winking at her.
"Hmm…I don't know…" she said, playing stupid. She loved to tease him. "I thought maybe I'd go to the library, but without you of course."
He grinned. "Don't play stupid with me. I'm better at it."
Lily's emerald eyes twinkled as she laughed. "That's for sure." She replied, taking his hand in hers and pulling him out the door.
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A/N: *frown* it made me so sad to write all that about Chloe and Remus. I really liked them as a couple. ;( But don't worry, I have more planned for them…all in good time. I hope you enjoyed this chapter, and I wanted to apologize for it taking awhile to get up. I've been pretty busy with end of the year crap, and well, you know. I have two more days of school!! Yes! And Monday is our carnival, and Tuesday is our recognition ceremony thing, so really I have no more classes. Anyway, I'm rambling (yet again…). Thanks a lot for last chapter's reviews!! Please tell me what you thought of this one!
~Emily~
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nats56- Thanks a lot! I'm glad you found it good!
SAKURAnTOKYO- I feel so bad for writing all that…but it will turn out alright, I promise. Thanks again!
Kasey- I wrote more ;) Thanks for reviewing!
Kristatwen- *fliches* I hope you aren't *too* pissed…thanks again!
Lunita- Thanks!!! Hope you liked this chapter too!
K'trina- Well, her reaction wasn't exactly what would have been nicest…but I didn't want the story to be so…you know, where everything always turns out alright.
KoolKitty- Thanks again, o' faithful reviewer. You make me happy, you review all of my stories! Thanks a lot!
Libertygrl413- Lol, I know what you mean about cliffhangers. But they're just so much fun to write…thank you!
Kase- Lol, well I'm glad you like it that much! I wish I had more sugar at the moment, I'm falling asleep at the keyboard…
Min Hee Ha- Thanks again, your opinion really does mean a lot to me. I owe you one for reviewing every chapter!
MarauderChick-Lily- Hehe, here's the next chapter. Thanks a bunch!
SMAC- I agree, they are a cute couple. Sorry about the fighting though…but all couples fight, right? (whoa, that rhymes, hate it when I do that…) Lol, thanks again!
Lilyblossom- True, it probably could have…I'm glad you told me, I didn't realize that when I was writing it. Thanks a lot, once again!
Midnightlily- Really? That's cool. Happy Birthday! (though I'm most likely late) Thank you again!
Riauna- I'm glad you like it! I hope you continue to!
Siri's girl- Thanks again! I'll try not to forget the e-mail…
Red- I know, it is so unfair *sigh* I wish I could somehow revive him from being a werewolf…poor guy. Thanks a lot for reviewing, your reviews always make me smile!
Up2early- Lol, I hope this was soon enough! Thank you!
GurlieGurl4Life- He is sweet, sooo sweet. But I just couldn't make it so easy, could I? Thanks for reviewing!
The Lady Lillian- Yeah, but he shouldn't have waited…(wait a minute…it's me who waited…) Anyway, I'm confusing myself, so thanks again!
Phoenixheart- Lol, I do like the rambling. And I'm happy for you (only 57 hours of school left) I only have 12! Well, less actually, because the ceremony thing on Tuesday ends at 11 and then we can leave. Anyway, you should write a story! That's what I do when I come up with weird ideas…well, thanks again!
XxXTonuXxXChickXxX- Lol, your reviews always make me smile. And I think we had better leave what Chloe and Remus do to our imaginations…Anyway, I'm glad you like all the chapters and I hope this one fits in too! Thanks again, I really love reading your reviews!