Disclaimer: I am not J.K. Rowling (sadly enough...). She owns everything except the plot.
A/N: I am REALLY sorry that it took me so long to get this up! I rewrote this chapter a lot! I could never really get this right. I think I like it how it is now though. Also, at the end of this chapter I did do 'Thanks you's' to all of you that have reviewed so far! Well, enough of that...here is chapter three!
Chapter Three: Lily and James
James woke up with a start. Suddenly he remembered the events that had taken place the night before. He smiled as he laid in bed staring at the ceiling. How could this be happening to him? He must be the luckiest person in the world...
As James, Sirius(who was now totally sober), Remus and Peter were walking to their transfiguration class, he spotted Lily. She was in the middle of a large group of girls who were giggling away. James took a seat next to Remus one they got into the classroom. Professor Dumbledore walked in the muggy classroom and started the class.
"I hope everyone had a great night since that is probably the last good night of sleep that you will have for a while." He said with a grin. Dumbledore had always been one of James' favorite professors.
"Since today is the first day of class, we will start easy. As a review from last year, we will be transfiguring a piece of parchment into a eatable pumpkin cookie. If you can do this then, you can keep yours, and eat it. But I must warn you, they taste a little more like fiber then might be to your liking." He paused. "Listen closely everyone! Nogurtova!" Just then the parchment piece that had been laying on his desk, turned into a round, frosted cookie. "Go on class! Try it!" Dumbledore said as he sat down to enjoy his cookie.
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After the first day of classes, James scurried out for quiddich practice followed closely by Lily.
" See you in a bit Lils," He said as he turned to Lily. " I could really use some time with my broom." James said, smiling.
"Maybe I should come with you!" Lily said.
"No Lily, go eat lunch with your friends! You would be a distraction for me...I woulden't be able to keep my eyes off your beautiful face." he finished.
"Okay," Lily said, not wanting to argue with James. "I'll meet you in the common room later okay?"
"Okay! See you Lily!" James said as he ran out the door.
"Alright team," James started out. "I know without a doubt that we can win the cup this year. But we have to put our effort into it. We can't just sit around and not do anything! Have you ever heard of the phrase, 'Practice makes perfect'? Well, that's not true. But, it will help us. And that's what we want. To become BETTER! Improvement....improvement is the key here. You know what the other key is? Teamwork. There is no 'I' in T-E-A-M-W-O-R-K. I decided we won't go out and practice today since it's the first day. However, if you really are dedicated to your team, you will go out and fly a few laps with me to get into the true quiddich spirit. LETS GO TEAM!
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After James left for the quiddich field, Lily continued up to the common room to review her notes from her different classes. Although the common room was crowed, Lily was able to find a stool to sit on. As she was getting her charms notes out, Amos came up beside her.
"Hey Lily! It's a little crowded in here....do you want to go for a walk around the school with me?" He said.
"Sure..." Lily shouted over the noise. Amos helped her up and guided her into the hall.
"How was your first day Lily? I think mine went okay. Don't you think charms is going to be awesome this year?"
"Amos," Lily interrupted. She knew that she had to tell him about James. But how? Amos had been so nice to her. He never did anything wrong. Amos didn't deserve her. All Amos ever did was love her.
"Amos I...I can't lie to you." She stammered with a serious face. "I love James. You are one of the sweetest people I have ever gone out with but, I don't want to hurt you!"
"Lily, I knew you were seeing James." Amos said. At this, Lily fell into his arms sobbing.
"Ah, Lils! Don't cry. You can't help it." Lily looked up, tears streaming down her face. Amos softly ran his fingers through her hair.
"If you feel so strongly for James, let him know! Don't let him slip though your fingers." Amos added to help comfort Lily.
"You are fine with this, Amos?" Lily asked.
"It's better for you do date James. Otherwise, you would be sad no matter what I did for you!" he replied.
"Amos, you're the best friend everyone needs! Thank you. You don't know how much this means to me!" Lily exclaimed. "I better be off, I need to review my notes from some of my classes." She finished.
"Lily, if you ever need help on your assignments, you know where to find me!" Amos said with a hint of sadness in his voice.
"Thank you."
Lily plopped down on her bed. She felt so bad that she let Amos down. Yet, she was so happy that she could now date James freely. James would be thrilled once she told him. Just as Lily was in deep thought, a dark brown owl flew in through her dormitory door, and dropped a letter in her lap. Lily picked it up. It was addressed to 'Lily Evens' in green ink. Lily gently pulled it open and read:
Lily Evens,
Greetings. Our company has been informed that you are in need of a job that will not interfere with your education, yet pay well. We have a job opening. Since you are a top student, we have decided to give you a interview. The meeting is set up on your next Hogsmade visit, in 'The Three Broomsticks'.
Thank you for your time.
Lily reread the letter a few times before it sank in. She had finally gotten a job offer! "Finally!" she thought to herself. "I could really use the money."
In a few minutes time, Lily had totally forgotten about Amos. She couldn't wait until she could tell James all the good news.
A/N: There you have it! I really hope you like it, even though it's a *tad* short. Hopefully, the next chapter will be longer. This chapter really just shows you a little about Lily and James as individuals. So, what did you think about it? I hope you enjoyed it! Tell me what you think and REVIEW, REVIEW, REVIEW!!! On to the thank you's for chapters 1 and 2!
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