Sealed By Fate - Chapter Three
Disclaimer: I have no intention of profiting from this story. JK Rowling owns James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, and Lily Evans. I own the Plot, and Katharine Farrell.
Author Notes: Lily Evans has her day all planned out. Until something happens she didn't expect at all. She bumps into James Potter.
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Lily and Katherine were getting ready for the Masquerade Ball. It was December 21st, the night sky was laced with silver stars and was kissed with coolness. Odd for a December in Scotland. Both had decided to stay for the holidays and were going to the ball.
Lily had let Katherine put some make-up on her and do her hair. She had also splurged her money on an eighteenth century style gown. The theme of the ball was 'Dance Through the Ages.' Everyone was to go in a costume from their favorite time period.
Lily had chosen an amber silk gown, with a fitted bodice, and a slightly flowing skirt that was prominent in that era. The skirt parted off to the sides to show a cream under layer. The next was square and low, and the sleeves came to her elbows, and flowed out with ruffled lace.
Her shoes were cream with jade green embroidering on them. They were pointed toes, with an open back and low heel. Although they were authentic, they were wearable – enough to be danced in. She had gone full out and bought silk stockings and a necklace that complimented the gown. It was simple, a dark-brown leather band wrapped around her neck, the excess flowing down, a simple white lily attached to the ends.
Her hair was teased and set into a simple up-do. A wide cream ribbon was woven through it to hold in it place. She had a dash of rouge on each cheek and a simple amber cameo bracelet on her right wrist.
(A/N: to see where I got the details for Lily's gown go to www.marquise.de/en/1700/pics/1778_1.shtml )
Katherine had chosen a blue Victorian style gown from 1853. It was a powder blue, the exact color of her eyes. It had a low neckline and off the shoulder sleeves. The waist was triangular, with a flowing puffed skirt. The gown itself was made of powder blue crepe and silk. The sleeves were short, with white lace and a blue trim.
Her shoes were white silk dancing slippers. The shop keeper had told her it would be an amazing night if she 'danced through the soles of her slippers.' She had a gold locket around her neck with a picture of her mother and sister in it.
Her hair was pulled back into a Victorian-era hairstyle and in the back was a powdered blue headpiece with flowing ivory lace. On her wrists were strands of pearls and gold charm bracelets. Her make-up was simple. She had light natural colors that enhanced her features.
(A/N: to see where I got the idea for Katy's gown go to www.marquise.de/en/1800/arte/a1853_1.shtml )
Both girls exchanged smiles and made their way to the entrance hall. Lily had an amber silk mask on that covered her nose and eyes, and Katherine had a blue silk mask that she could hold to her face at her leisure.
They walked into the hall and gasped at the amazing transformation. The floor was changed into black and white marble and the walls were covered in golden carvings and patterns. All along there were tapestries in deep rich jewel tones – purples, caramel browns, deep claret, evergreen, and midnight blue.
Each depicted famous scenes of battles, monuments, castles or people.
"Weren't you supposed to meet James out front?" Katherine asked, as they walked around the floor.
A hand flew to Lily's mouth as it formed the perfect 'o' shape. "You're right. I'll see you around!" Lily walked off to the entrance and waited for James.
Katherine stood around, fanning herself, while she waited for someone to come up and ask her to dance.
That someone came soon. "Good evening, madam." A deep voice said behind her. She turned around to face a man dressed in a Victorian style-suit. It was a black and matched his hair. He had a black mask on that hid his eyes, but the sound of his voice led Katherine to believe it was Sirius.
She didn't say anything about knowing whom he was, she went along with the charade. He asked her to dance as a string quartet started up a waltz.
Lily meanwhile was waiting for James when a man dressed in a costume that seemed to compliment her own came up to her. He bowed low. "Madam."
Lily smiled and curtseyed. "Sir, how does the evening fare thee?"
"Nice. Fair weather. And the ball room is simply enchanting, have you seen it yet?" he asked.
"No."
"Then I shall have to show you it, milady." He offered her his arm. That was it. Lily was hooked, forget about James! This guy was positively charming. He led Lily into the hall and they stepped onto the dance floor.
Couples whirled around, dressed in costumes from all different time periods. Some were in regency and antebellum, others in Egyptian and peasant ware, others in medieval and Romanesque styles.
Katherine and her mystery man seem to hit it off very well. It seemed they both loved transfiguration, and tormenting the Slytherin group. They even remotely looked alike. Both had dark hair and blue eyes – hers were powder blue, and his were deep sapphire blue. Katherine stood a few shorter inches than he.
And most of all, they both seemed to enjoy each others company.
Lily and her prince were fascinated with each other, and both were anxiously awaiting the unmasking at midnight. They stole a few minutes from their dancing to refresh themselves with a drink of punch.
The clock on the wall ticked towards midnights. 10....9....8.... Lily's heart was racing. 7....6....5... 'Why won't that damn clock hurry up!?' 4....3.....2.... The loud chime sounded and everyone stepped towards their last dance partner. 1. The masks came off.
Katherine was the first to gasp. "I knew it was you!" she cried, and threw her arms around Sirius. He smiled, and hugged her back. She pulled back and looked into his eyes. He leaned down and kissed her gently.
Lily waited for him to take off his mask. He finally did. Lily gasped at who it was. She removed her own and smiled. It was James!
"Mr. Potter! You were so chivalrous, I never knew it was you."
"Was that a compliment?" he joked, reaching out to play with a loose curl.
She looked up at him, her grin broadening. "This was an amazing night. Nothing could be better."
"Oh, I know one thing that could be." James said, a mischievous glint in his deep eyes.
"And what would that be?" Lily asked coyly.
"This." he said simply and bent down to kiss her. Her very first kiss. With James, too. Who would've believed that Lily would end up with James. He moved his hands to her hips and she moved hers to around his neck. Their love was sealed, not to be tampered with by anyone. It was simply fate. Yes, they were sealed by fate.
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It is finished! I hope you all enjoyed. If you any questions, email me at: SuthernBeIIe@aol.com. Or just to talk, I'd love to talk to you guys, and feel free to make some suggestions.
Disclaimer: I have no intention of profiting from this story. JK Rowling owns James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, and Lily Evans. I own the Plot, and Katharine Farrell.
Author Notes: Lily Evans has her day all planned out. Until something happens she didn't expect at all. She bumps into James Potter.
** ** ** **
Lily and Katherine were getting ready for the Masquerade Ball. It was December 21st, the night sky was laced with silver stars and was kissed with coolness. Odd for a December in Scotland. Both had decided to stay for the holidays and were going to the ball.
Lily had let Katherine put some make-up on her and do her hair. She had also splurged her money on an eighteenth century style gown. The theme of the ball was 'Dance Through the Ages.' Everyone was to go in a costume from their favorite time period.
Lily had chosen an amber silk gown, with a fitted bodice, and a slightly flowing skirt that was prominent in that era. The skirt parted off to the sides to show a cream under layer. The next was square and low, and the sleeves came to her elbows, and flowed out with ruffled lace.
Her shoes were cream with jade green embroidering on them. They were pointed toes, with an open back and low heel. Although they were authentic, they were wearable – enough to be danced in. She had gone full out and bought silk stockings and a necklace that complimented the gown. It was simple, a dark-brown leather band wrapped around her neck, the excess flowing down, a simple white lily attached to the ends.
Her hair was teased and set into a simple up-do. A wide cream ribbon was woven through it to hold in it place. She had a dash of rouge on each cheek and a simple amber cameo bracelet on her right wrist.
(A/N: to see where I got the details for Lily's gown go to www.marquise.de/en/1700/pics/1778_1.shtml )
Katherine had chosen a blue Victorian style gown from 1853. It was a powder blue, the exact color of her eyes. It had a low neckline and off the shoulder sleeves. The waist was triangular, with a flowing puffed skirt. The gown itself was made of powder blue crepe and silk. The sleeves were short, with white lace and a blue trim.
Her shoes were white silk dancing slippers. The shop keeper had told her it would be an amazing night if she 'danced through the soles of her slippers.' She had a gold locket around her neck with a picture of her mother and sister in it.
Her hair was pulled back into a Victorian-era hairstyle and in the back was a powdered blue headpiece with flowing ivory lace. On her wrists were strands of pearls and gold charm bracelets. Her make-up was simple. She had light natural colors that enhanced her features.
(A/N: to see where I got the idea for Katy's gown go to www.marquise.de/en/1800/arte/a1853_1.shtml )
Both girls exchanged smiles and made their way to the entrance hall. Lily had an amber silk mask on that covered her nose and eyes, and Katherine had a blue silk mask that she could hold to her face at her leisure.
They walked into the hall and gasped at the amazing transformation. The floor was changed into black and white marble and the walls were covered in golden carvings and patterns. All along there were tapestries in deep rich jewel tones – purples, caramel browns, deep claret, evergreen, and midnight blue.
Each depicted famous scenes of battles, monuments, castles or people.
"Weren't you supposed to meet James out front?" Katherine asked, as they walked around the floor.
A hand flew to Lily's mouth as it formed the perfect 'o' shape. "You're right. I'll see you around!" Lily walked off to the entrance and waited for James.
Katherine stood around, fanning herself, while she waited for someone to come up and ask her to dance.
That someone came soon. "Good evening, madam." A deep voice said behind her. She turned around to face a man dressed in a Victorian style-suit. It was a black and matched his hair. He had a black mask on that hid his eyes, but the sound of his voice led Katherine to believe it was Sirius.
She didn't say anything about knowing whom he was, she went along with the charade. He asked her to dance as a string quartet started up a waltz.
Lily meanwhile was waiting for James when a man dressed in a costume that seemed to compliment her own came up to her. He bowed low. "Madam."
Lily smiled and curtseyed. "Sir, how does the evening fare thee?"
"Nice. Fair weather. And the ball room is simply enchanting, have you seen it yet?" he asked.
"No."
"Then I shall have to show you it, milady." He offered her his arm. That was it. Lily was hooked, forget about James! This guy was positively charming. He led Lily into the hall and they stepped onto the dance floor.
Couples whirled around, dressed in costumes from all different time periods. Some were in regency and antebellum, others in Egyptian and peasant ware, others in medieval and Romanesque styles.
Katherine and her mystery man seem to hit it off very well. It seemed they both loved transfiguration, and tormenting the Slytherin group. They even remotely looked alike. Both had dark hair and blue eyes – hers were powder blue, and his were deep sapphire blue. Katherine stood a few shorter inches than he.
And most of all, they both seemed to enjoy each others company.
Lily and her prince were fascinated with each other, and both were anxiously awaiting the unmasking at midnight. They stole a few minutes from their dancing to refresh themselves with a drink of punch.
The clock on the wall ticked towards midnights. 10....9....8.... Lily's heart was racing. 7....6....5... 'Why won't that damn clock hurry up!?' 4....3.....2.... The loud chime sounded and everyone stepped towards their last dance partner. 1. The masks came off.
Katherine was the first to gasp. "I knew it was you!" she cried, and threw her arms around Sirius. He smiled, and hugged her back. She pulled back and looked into his eyes. He leaned down and kissed her gently.
Lily waited for him to take off his mask. He finally did. Lily gasped at who it was. She removed her own and smiled. It was James!
"Mr. Potter! You were so chivalrous, I never knew it was you."
"Was that a compliment?" he joked, reaching out to play with a loose curl.
She looked up at him, her grin broadening. "This was an amazing night. Nothing could be better."
"Oh, I know one thing that could be." James said, a mischievous glint in his deep eyes.
"And what would that be?" Lily asked coyly.
"This." he said simply and bent down to kiss her. Her very first kiss. With James, too. Who would've believed that Lily would end up with James. He moved his hands to her hips and she moved hers to around his neck. Their love was sealed, not to be tampered with by anyone. It was simply fate. Yes, they were sealed by fate.
** ** ** **
It is finished! I hope you all enjoyed. If you any questions, email me at: SuthernBeIIe@aol.com. Or just to talk, I'd love to talk to you guys, and feel free to make some suggestions.