Lily in the Way
Chapter 1 "Hey James! How are you?", Lily asked as they were walking together to Potions class.
I'm fine Lils. Yesterday was my 2 month anniversary with Jenny. I took her out to somewhere fancy and after that we walked around Hogsmeade.", James said as they neared the Potions classroom.
He opened the class for her and they both went inside. James Potter and Lily Evans were both in their last year in Hogwarts and alongside with Sirius Black and Remus Lupin they were best friends since they met.
Lily had long wavy auburn hair, 5'5 , a nice hourglass figure, liked to dance (a lot since she was the one in charge of choreographing and dancing for the Gryffindor Cheerleading and Dance Team), and was known as one of the most friendliest people in the school, of course, except when she was very angry.
James Potter had unruly black hair, a muscular 6'3 build, blue grey eyes, that you could lose yourself in even though they were behind glasses, he was a chaser on the Gryffindor quidditch alongside with Sirius, and he was a well known prankster.
Sirius Black had long black hair, a muscular build like James, he was a chaser on the quidditch team, had brown eyes, was also a well known prankster.
Remus Lupin had sandy blonde hair, gray eyes that showed understanding and caring to everyone that came to him with a problem. He is the commentator for all the quidditch games since first year. He was known as the most caring boy who helped people with their studies and when Lily's parents had died he was there or her along side with James and Sirius in the funeral.
"Wow!! Today's class was harsh I still can't believe he took away 20 points away for just sneezing.", Remus said.
"Well you know how Professor Bosworth takes away points to us Gryffindors. I just wish the bloody man can stop picking me to test the potions.", Lily said in a sad tone.
"Well guys forget it cause this year is our last year and after that we are on our own in less than 2 months." , Sirius happily said.
The only one who was quiet the whole way was James. James was thinking about his relationship with Jen. Jen was a blonde girl with light blue eyes, she was in Hufflepuff but was very smart but not smart enough to be sorted into Ravenclaw, she was very slim, and she had the reputation of having a boy twirled around her little finger (although only she knew that piece of information). She always had a crush on James and when he asked her to go out with him on the start of 7th year, she happily agreed. After that they dated until this day.
"James.. James...Jamesie-poo..James Potter!!!! Are you even listening?", Sirius asked but he got no response.
"Sirius you just have to try it my way for once.", Lily said.
"Watch and Learn.. Mira James estabamos planiando en hacer en un truco a Snape quieres hacerlo con nosotros?", Lily said in Spanish which got the attention of James.
"What the hell did you say?", James said with a confused expression.
" I merely said that we are planning in doing a prank on Snape and if you would like to participate in it?" Lily said.
" Of course I would. I wouldn't back down if my life depended on it..", he said and was about to finish the sentence when all of a sudden a voice came behind him and said..
Chapter two
"You would not do a prank James Potter! I will not allow it. You hear me?" ,said the voice of Jennifer Parker.
James cringed at the voice and said "Ok fine Jenny I will not do the prank. I promise."
"Very good. I got to go I will see you later for our date. Bye boys. Bye Lily.", Jen said the last word with venom in it.
"Okkkayyy what was that about?", Sirius asked.
"What do you mean?", James said in a confused tone.
"Well first off she has you whopped. I mean you didn't object to her saying you were not to do a prank and I am disappointed in the way she said Lily's name. It looked like she was trying to send daggers to it. You better ask her about that because if your girlfriend does not like not even one of our friends then she is not accepted by us and this time I am not joking I found that very mean and rude. Don't you agree with me guys?", Sirius said and the others agreed except Lily who was quiet.
"Do you agree too Lily?", James asked.
"Well. James. I kinda have to agree with the others. I mean you are not the person to object to pranks and I am also kind of offended by the way she said my name. Its like if she did not want me to be close to you. If she causes trouble in our group I will be the first person to leave it. I have told you before. I am the only girl in this group and I don't mind that one bit but if you let one of your girlfriends insult me in any way I will leave you guys. Sorry but that is how it is.", she said and left James to sink it all in.
" Well guys she is my girlfriend and if you guys don't like her then that's too bad cause I do and you guys will have to deal with it.", James said.
At dinner time the whole group went to the Great Hall and on their way Sirius took Lily apart from the group and asked her " Lils are you okay?"
"Yeah Siri I am fine."
"If you need me I'm always there to talk to. You know that even though I am a boy we can still do ourselves makeovers and like talk about girly things ya know girl?, he said in a feminine voice that made Lily laugh.
"I know Siri I know. I am just going to get some dinner and eat it by the lake cuz today I plan on transforming.", she said and they went to the Great Hall arm in arm.
During dinner James was not in the table so Remus got kinda worried and asked Sirius if he knew where he was.
"Yeah. Prongs went to sit with Jennifer. He didn't say goodbye or tell us anything he just separated from the group and went towards her."
"Wow I am amazed he do that and where is Lily?"
"Lily told me she was going to eat by the lake and she said that she was going to transform over there for a while."
The deepest secret Lily had only Sirius and Remus knew. They had found out when James was on a date with Jennifer. They were walking alongside the forest when they saw Lily transform into a fairy. But not the little kind of fairies. She could transform into a life size fairy with glittery transparent wings, a green mini dress,and her hair was let down held together at the top by a crown of white daisies. They were so surprised in seeing her in an animagus form that they did not notice her looking at their direction.
^^Flashback^^ "Umm let me explain.", Lily said "No its okay Lily. We are just ok with that. In fact, we are happy and surprised that you could master this complex spell by yourself and lived to tell the tale. I am an animagus you know? And you already know that Remus is a werewolf. I am happy and your very beautiful in your animagus form. It describes how you really are. Right Remus?",Sirius said in a happy tone.
"Congrats Lil. You look amazing. Can you fly?", Remus said
"I can fly and do fairy magic like make glitter come out of my fingers and make anyone happy for a little while and revive wilting flowers. You guys must not tell anyone about me being an animagus. not even James. He will know in his own time. Please? ", she said and they nodded because they understood why. ^^ End of Flashback^^
"That's nice. I know today has been a rough day on her and I know she hasn't transformed in a while. I hope she has a good time. You know that tomorrow is her rehearsal with the cheerleading team. She has think up a dance tonight and if she is in her animagus state she can think better and have it done in no time. When is the next game? I got to make some commentaries.", Remus said
"The next game is a week from today. Friday.", a deep voice said behind the boys. They turned around to see James standing looking a bit guilty.
"Look guys I am sorry I left you alone for dinner. I was mad at the remarks but I am okay now. Where is Lily?", he asked.
"Lily is around. We should be going Remus. You have to make the commentaries so you have rest of the week free to do pranks with me.", Sirius said and he left. Remus was about to leave when he was caught by the arm by James.
"What's wrong with him?", he asked.
"Look James we are not always going to forgive you instantly. We are still mad you chose your girlfriend over us and Lily is mad too but she thought better of it and decided to go elsewhere instead of letting her temper get a hold of her and lash out at you right here and right now. Sirius is mad because he cares for her a lot. You know he is the one that takes care of her in the summers. If it wasn't for him she would have still been in her shell. It will be a while before we forgive you. Good night.", Remus said calmly and then he left.
" Whats wrong Jamesie?", Jenny asked.
" Jen can I ask you a question?", he said
"Sure baby anything." "Do you have anything against Lily? Be honest."
"Well to be honest I am a bit jealous that she spends time with you three. I sometimes feel like she is trying to catch your eye and get you to dump me so you can go out with her. I also don't like her. I just don't like her a lot and I am not going to change my mind.", she said. James just sighed and hand in hand they left for their date.
Just as Remus was talking to James Lily was transforming into her animagus state. 'I feel so free' she thought as she flexed her fingers and glitter sparked from them. She spread her wings and decided to think about the rehearsal tomorrow. After choreographing a few songs that she remembered in her head for tomorrow she flew up so fast that she left a glittery path. She flew around the roof, then around the room where she practiced with the dance team and the cheerleading team and then she decided to fly to the Gryffindor tower. As she was flying around it she decided to give Sirius and Remus a little visit. She went to their window and a powerful blast of wind shot from her hand the window opened. She flew inside and landed nicely on the floor. After she finished dusting herself from the glitter she looked up and saw that the boys were sleeping. She grinned evilly and walked to Sirius's bed. She conjured up a feather from her hand and started to pass it side to side in his nose. After a while of swishing the feather Sirius sneezed and woke up.
"LILY MARIE ISABELLA EVANS THAT WAS NOT FAIR I WAS HAVING A NICE DREAM THAT INVOLVED SNAPE IN GIRLY CLOTHES AND TRIPPING IN ONE OF HIS HEELS IN FRONT OF EVERYONE AND YOU WOKE ME UP THAT WAS NOT FAIR!", Sirius whined. Lily covered his mouth when she saw that he was about to say more and pointed to Remus and, again, she grinned evilly. This time as she walked to Remus's bed she grabbed a pillow and mouthed to Sirius to do the same. When she counted to three they raised the pillows and as she mouthed the words NOW they hit him with the pillows. Remus woke up screaming and covering his face.
"LILY! SIRIUS! STOP THAT! I WILL GET YOU!", he screamed. They backed away laughing so much that they did not notice him get his pillow.
He went to them and hit them both with the pillow. They stood shocked and then they started hitting each other with the pillows. Two seconds later they were in a full fledged pillow fight of the week.
"Wait guys stop a minute!", Lily screamed. They stopped and looked at her.
She smiled sheepishly and said. "I got to transform back or one of my wings will get damaged."
"Okie dokie Lily Billy", Sirius said while holding tight to the pillow.
Lily transformed back and they resumed fighting with the pillows. At about 10:30 at night the group were still fighting and Lily was about to hit Sirius with the pillow when the door opened and in came James. The group stopped playing and they went to sit in Sirius's bed to talk.
"Ummm guys. Are you still mad?", James asked carefully walking towards Sirius's bed.
"Maybe I should leave.I have my broom summoned already. All I have to do is jump the window. See you guys.", Lily said looking at the boys.
They knew she was going to transform in the air and fly to the forest. She was about to jump the window when James said "Lily please don't go. I have something to tell you all."
Lily stepped out of the windowsill and sat back down in Sirius's bed.
"I want to say that I am truly sorry for putting Jenny first than you guys. I have only dated her for two months but I have known you lot for a long long time. It was very wrong of me not to take Jen's problem with Lily seriously. If you don't forgive me I understand. I know I hurt your feelings.", James said.
Lily looked at him. She stood up and went to hug him. "I forgive you.", she whispered in his ear. He grinned and kissed her in the cheek and returned the hug.
"It takes a lot of begging to get Lily to forgive you. I know that for sure. So if she forgives you its because she knows you mean it. So I speak on behalf of Moony and me. We both forgive you. Right Moony?", Sirius said and Remus just smiled and nodded in agreement.
"Thanks guys. What would I do without you?", James asked.
"Well for one you would mope around or plainly be a nerd.", Sirius said.
"Or you be an arrogant person.", Lily said.
"Or plainly you be bored.", Remus said.
"Well I got to go to bed. Tomorrow is rehearsal and I have to be full of life.", Lily said and left. The boys decided to follow her lead and they went to bed too.
It was already about 9:00 in the morning when the boys finally went down to breakfast and eat. They all knew that Lily would not join them since rehearsal lasted the whole day from 8:30 to 5:30. While they were eating Jenny went up to James and started to stroke his hair and say "Jamie what are we going to do today?"
"WE are not going to do anything. I am going to be with Sirius and Remus today.", James said.
" What about your other partner Lily? Are you going to do anything with her today?", she asked.
" No she is in rehearsal but if she wasn't she I would invite her to our activities today."
"Oh. Well have a nice day, but later I want to see you in my common room like at about 5:00 okay please?"
"Ok"
"fine bye then", she said. Jen kissed him in the lips and then left.
"Wow I didn't know you had it in you to actually stand up to her.", Sirius said in mock surprise.
"Oh shut up you prat.", said James giving him a shove.
^^In the rehearsal^^
"Ok girls I have choreographed some songs in my head so I will put the first one on and just follow my lead.", Lily ordered and the girls obeyed. They admired Lily because she was named one of the best witch dancers in the magazine Teen Witch and she was very friendly and smart. After a lot of songs they picked the ones that would be the best to do in the quidditch match. It was about 4:30 in the afternoon when they finished.
"Ok guys I have decide to let you go an hour early but everyday we will practice after class and before dinner. So have fun for the rest of the day and tomorrow. Bye guys!", Lily said and they all left.
^^Back at the Common Room^^
The boys were talking about life after Hogwarts when Lily appeared all tired out and holding her portable Boom box, her cds, and some papers.
" Siri..help!", she said and in an instant he was by her side alongside with Jammesand Remus.
"I'll take the boom box", said James.
"I'll take the cds and papers.", Remus said
" And I'll take the girl.", Sirius said and he lifted Lily in his arms and placed her gently in a spare armchair recliner while he sat in the one next to it.
"Give me your feet.", Sirius ordered
"Why?", Lily asked confused.
"Don't you want a foot massage?"
"Oh of course. I wouldn't pass for one of those.", Lily said and she took off her ballet shoes and placed them on Sirus's lap.
As Sirius was massaging Lily's foot James felt a pang of jealousy. 'Maybe its because Jenny isn't here and I want to do the same thing but with her.', he thought so he pushed the thought away.
"There! Done! How do you feel?", Sirius said.
"I feel relieved. I can walk better."
The rest of the day was spent with the small group having a picnic near the lake. It was around 6:30 in the evening and the group were watching the sunset when they heard a scream come from behind them.
" JAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEESSSSS!", the voice said.
"James you in a lot of trouble. James is in a lot of trouble. James is in a lot of trouble.", Sirius said in a sing song voice.
" Sirius shut up.", James said and he looked behind him to see Jenny.
"James you said you were going to meet me in my common room at 5:00 and I see you here having fun with your friends and that girl and you make me wait.", she screamed at him and was about to say something more when Sirius went and roared at her
" First of all Parker he forgot and forgetting is a common mistake. Second, that girl is also his friend and he knows her better than he knows you. This girl is smarter than you and she has had a lot of tragedy in her life. more than you will ever have. I don't ever ever want to hear you say something mean about her ever again. I have ways to know if you do. Third he can have time to spend time with us. He does not have to be with you all the time. I don't like you. I don't like you one bit. You know why? Cause you don't like one of my friends. This friend plays an important role in my life. She is like a sister I never had and I don't like anyone who insults my friends. You got that?"
" Don't you speak to me that way! I can do whatever the hell I want. Do YOU got that? Am I right or am I not James?", Jennifer said.
No James you know I am right!", Sirius said.
"Well ummmm...ermmmm..", James was saying when all of a sudden Lily screamed " STOP"
"STOP IT THIS INSTANT! I AM SICK AND TIRED OF ALL THIS SHIT. James I told you that if this is what was going to happen I would be the one leaving the group and guess what? I am not waiting for the third time for this to happen. I am leaving now. I will keep on talking with the guys but not with you. I don't want your girlfriend to think I am trying to make a move on you. So from now on I am officially out of the group. From now on it will only be James, Sirius, and Remus no Lily.", she said and then left.
"You happy Parker?", Sirius said and he also left with Remus in tow.
"Oh well. Now you have me.", Jennifer said and she looked in the picnic basket, took out a piece of chicken, and started to munch on it. While she did all of this she failed to notice the tears fall from her boyfriend's face.
Chapter 3
After this whole ordeal the boys made up but Lily still refused to become part of the group again.It was after a month and school was going to close. James was still going out with Jennifer and Lily was seen from time to time walking with Remus and Sirius or eating with them. The graduation was prepared by James and Lily and that was the only time they talked and that was the only thing they talked about. Gryffindor had won the Quidditch Cup against Ravenclaw and the cheerleading team was given high praises and strong recognition. It was the morning of the 7th year graduation and Lily Evans was last to be seen in her dorm room with her new female best friend Rachel Welch.
Rachel Welch had dark brown hair and green eyes that sparkled like Lily's. She was 5'5 with a slim figure and a tanned complexion. She was very friendly and one of Lily's best dancers in the cheerleading dance team. They were getting ready for the graduation.
"Lily put your dress on so I can help you with your make up.", Rachel said. Lily went towards her dress and slowly and carefully she put it on.
Her dress was white satin tight bodice with a full skirt.
"Perfect! Now put on the graduation gown and I will fix your hair and do your makeup.", Rachel said and Lily obeyed. After half an hour the two girls were going down the stairs and to the waiting Sirius and Remus.
"Wow! You two look beautiful.", Remus exclaimed and Sirius whistled. Rachel was wearing an emerald gown. Her hair was let out of her usual sloppy ponytail and on her face was no makeup except the pale pink lipstick. Rachel went towards Remus and they both left the common room to the Great Hall. It was known throughout the whole school that those two were dating ever since Lily introduced them.
Lily was wearing her white gown and her graduation gown over it with the badge that read Head Girl and her valedictorian badge next to it. Her hair was left loose and overflowing in waves and a few curls here and there. She went towards Sirius and then they made their way to the Great Hall.
"Do you have your speech?", Sirius asked her. He was wearing his graduation robes over his black tux. Even his hair was nicely kept.
"Yeah I do thanks Siri for reminding me. I have to talk first.", Lily said and they made their way to the front row of seats. On their way they passed James and Jennifer. James had his hair nicely kept too and he was wearing the same thing as Sirius. As they passed Sirius stopped and said "Well we made it mate. I can't believe that after 7 years we are already leaving. I will be missing this place."
"Yeah I will miss it too. Hi Lily", James said.
"Hi James", Lily said with a small smile and then she left to the front row.
" Good morning students, teachers, and families. I welcome you to this year's graduating class of 7th years. I am pleased to say that I will miss them dearly especially a special group of friends in the Gryffindor House who I have had in my office more times than I can count. I know some of the teachers will be happy to see them go away but I will not be one of them. I want to say to you students a saying that I have always remembered. Never let go of your dreams. Keep them and achieve them. Now I will like to call Miss Lily Evans. This young woman is very extraordinary young woman. She lost her parents by the hands of Voldemort in 4th year and she went to their funeral, wept for them, and promised them that she will never give up her dream to be a fully trained witch so she can be one of the people to bring the Dark Lord's Downfall. This woman is the first person in a decade to get the perfect score in N.E.W.T.S. and the perfect score in Charms for 7 years. This woman can be whatever she wants to be because she kept on with her dream. I now present to you this year's 7th year class valedictorian.", Dumbledore said and everyone stood up, except the Slytherins, and clapped for her.
Lily stood up and went to the stage. She opened her piece of paper which contained her speech and started to read from it.
"Dear students, teachers, and families, Today is a very special day for us. Today is the day we graduate. Today is the day we start a new chapter in our lives. Today my best friend Sirius Black was talking to his friend and said 'after this we leave this place and we never come back to take classes.' Then I finally understood that it is true. we are never coming back to this place again. To this place which has been our home for 7 years. We would be leaving the place where we met our friends and loves. We would be leaving the place were everything has happened from happiness to tragedies. I have learned a lot of things in this place other than what the teachers offer us. I have learned that if someone in your family dies yu need to talk about it without someone and not keep it bottled up. I learned that friendships are very important. I learned a lot of life's lessons in this place. I want everyone to leave with two thoughts in your heads. 1 is the speech that Professor Dumbledore said to you and two is to never forget this magical place you have lived in for 7 years. Keep that in mind. I will miss you all. Thank you.", and before her voice cracked a bit more she left the stage and went into the open arms of Sirius Black who hugged her tightly.
"Now we present James Potter.our best Gryffindor chaser and Head Boy .", Dumbledore said.
" Well guys we all made it this far. I don't have a speech like Lily's but I will try to do my best. For 7 years I have been in this place I have learned everything they could teach me. I have had a lot of fun in this place, although I almost sent some of the best teachers to ST. Mungos's. I for one will never forget this place. I can't wait for the 5 year reunion. I will leave you all with another thought. Gryffindor rules! Thanks." , James said and after everyone clapped he went back to his seat.
Chapter 4 After the graduation ceremony was finished the ball was to take place and it was tradition for the Heads to open it. Lily and James went to the middle of the floor and started to dance to a slow dance. Lily looked at the ball room. It was made of marble and there was balloons everywhere and white and gold streamers. The tables were white and food were on them. Lily kept on looking at her surroundings when all of a sudden she looked at James's face.
"So how are you?", he asked.
"Pretty good you?", she said
"I'm okay."
"What are you planning to do after this?"
"Well I am thinking since you took Sirius to live with you which is perfectly fine with me, I will go and live with Remus in a nice flat." What about you? What are you planning on doing?"
"I will probably go to work at night in this new club where you dance and sing for the public and at day I will work in the Charms department for the Ministry of Magic. You?" "I am planning on working with Sirius as an Auror."
"That's nice.",Lily said and they kept on dancing until the song ended.
The ball was a smashing success and Lily was having a lot of fun. She was dancing with Sirius in one part when all of a sudden Prof. Dumbledore asked if he could cut in. Lily nodded and Sirius went to the punch table.
"Miss Evans you are one of the best students I have ever had. I will miss you. I want to ask what are you planning on doing after this.", Dumbledore asked
"Well sir I am planning on working in the Charms Department in M.O.M. in the day and in the night I am thinking of dancing in a club that allows me to dance and sing.", Lily said.
"That's good, but have you ever heard of the Order of the Phoenix?"
"Yes sir I have read about it."
Well you must have read that I am the founder and leader of this organization."
"Yes sir."
"well I am thinking of inviting you, Mr. Black, Mr. Lupin, and Mr. Potter to join it. I would like you and Sirius to be undercover agents. I know you have the strength to do that. Would you like to join?"
" I be more than happy to sir. I would not let you down. If you want I can talk to the boys after this song and tell them to come to you."
"Very well Miss Evans.", Dumbledore said and when they finished the dance Lily went towards Sirius and Remus.
"Hi guys. Guess what?", she said
"What?", Sirius asked.
"Well we can't talk here so lets move to the terrace.", Lily said and they left the ball to go to the terrace.
"So wat do you want to say to us?", Remus asked with concern.
"Guys remember in 6th year the report I did on the Order of the Phoenix?", she started to say and stopped so they could remember. When they did she kept on. "Well Dumbledore just asked us and James to join. I already said yes. He wants to know about you guys. He wants me and Sirius to be undercover agents and Remus and James I was not informed about. So will you like to join?"
"I'm okay with that. Its not like I can get a job elsewhere.", Remus said.
"Me too and you know I love to do undercover stuff. What about James have you talked to him?", Sirius asked and Lily shook her head.
"No, but I will go and look for him now.", Lily said and they entered the ballroom once more. As they entered the trio split up and Lily went to look for James. After a few minutes she found him dancing with Jenny. She went towards him with all her courage and tapped on his shoulder.
"James. Parker.", she said.
"Yeah Lils?", he said
"Could you detach yourself from your girlfriend for a moment and come with me to the terrace. We need to talk."
"Ok. Excuse me Jenny. I have to go for a moment.", James said and left with Lily to the terrace.
"So what's up?", James said when they got to the terrace.
"James I was approached by Dumbledore today and he wants you, Sirius,Remus, and me to join the Order of the Phoenix. I already told him yes and the others too. Me and Siri will be undercover agents and you and Remus I don't know what you will be. So will you join?", Lily said in a quiet tone.
" I will join."
"Good.", Lily said and was about to leave when James grabbed her arm.
"Umm Lily. I am sorry about everything.I am sorry about Jen and I am very sorry you had to leave the group. I am sorry I let a girl come between us."
Lily went towards him gave him a hug and a kiss on the cheek and whispered in his ear "Its okay." And left.
Chapter 5
^^ A year after the ball^^
"SIRIUS ORION BLACK! GET YOUR LAZY ASS OUT OF THIS BED OR YOU ARE GOING TO BE LATE FOR WORK! AGAIN!", Lily Evans screamed.
It was 7:00 in the morning and for the third time that week Lily Evans was still trying to wake up Sirius so he could get to work at time but like all the other times she failed. She was about to give up when she had an idea. She went to her room and in her purse she took out tiny little bullhorn. Grinning evilly she went back to Sirius's bed. She put the bullhorn a few feet away from his ear and pushed the little button. As soon as the sound came out of the bullhorn Sirius literally jumped out of his bed.
"What the hell was that?", he asked screaming and covering his left ear.
"Oh nothing. Just a little bullhorn."
Little? That thing can wake up a whole herd of sleeping bears in the winter time. What did you do that for?"
"Well for the third time this week I have tried to wake you up so you can get to work on time and since screaming in your ear didn't work, I decided to just wake you up with this. Now go to work. Thanks to you I am almost late. Oh and don't forget to bring the dinner I ordered for tonight you know Remus and James are coming since you invited them. I got to go to work and before I forget, call the club today and tell them I wont be coming to work tonight.", Lily said and she apparated to M.O.M.
Chapter 1 "Hey James! How are you?", Lily asked as they were walking together to Potions class.
I'm fine Lils. Yesterday was my 2 month anniversary with Jenny. I took her out to somewhere fancy and after that we walked around Hogsmeade.", James said as they neared the Potions classroom.
He opened the class for her and they both went inside. James Potter and Lily Evans were both in their last year in Hogwarts and alongside with Sirius Black and Remus Lupin they were best friends since they met.
Lily had long wavy auburn hair, 5'5 , a nice hourglass figure, liked to dance (a lot since she was the one in charge of choreographing and dancing for the Gryffindor Cheerleading and Dance Team), and was known as one of the most friendliest people in the school, of course, except when she was very angry.
James Potter had unruly black hair, a muscular 6'3 build, blue grey eyes, that you could lose yourself in even though they were behind glasses, he was a chaser on the Gryffindor quidditch alongside with Sirius, and he was a well known prankster.
Sirius Black had long black hair, a muscular build like James, he was a chaser on the quidditch team, had brown eyes, was also a well known prankster.
Remus Lupin had sandy blonde hair, gray eyes that showed understanding and caring to everyone that came to him with a problem. He is the commentator for all the quidditch games since first year. He was known as the most caring boy who helped people with their studies and when Lily's parents had died he was there or her along side with James and Sirius in the funeral.
"Wow!! Today's class was harsh I still can't believe he took away 20 points away for just sneezing.", Remus said.
"Well you know how Professor Bosworth takes away points to us Gryffindors. I just wish the bloody man can stop picking me to test the potions.", Lily said in a sad tone.
"Well guys forget it cause this year is our last year and after that we are on our own in less than 2 months." , Sirius happily said.
The only one who was quiet the whole way was James. James was thinking about his relationship with Jen. Jen was a blonde girl with light blue eyes, she was in Hufflepuff but was very smart but not smart enough to be sorted into Ravenclaw, she was very slim, and she had the reputation of having a boy twirled around her little finger (although only she knew that piece of information). She always had a crush on James and when he asked her to go out with him on the start of 7th year, she happily agreed. After that they dated until this day.
"James.. James...Jamesie-poo..James Potter!!!! Are you even listening?", Sirius asked but he got no response.
"Sirius you just have to try it my way for once.", Lily said.
"Watch and Learn.. Mira James estabamos planiando en hacer en un truco a Snape quieres hacerlo con nosotros?", Lily said in Spanish which got the attention of James.
"What the hell did you say?", James said with a confused expression.
" I merely said that we are planning in doing a prank on Snape and if you would like to participate in it?" Lily said.
" Of course I would. I wouldn't back down if my life depended on it..", he said and was about to finish the sentence when all of a sudden a voice came behind him and said..
Chapter two
"You would not do a prank James Potter! I will not allow it. You hear me?" ,said the voice of Jennifer Parker.
James cringed at the voice and said "Ok fine Jenny I will not do the prank. I promise."
"Very good. I got to go I will see you later for our date. Bye boys. Bye Lily.", Jen said the last word with venom in it.
"Okkkayyy what was that about?", Sirius asked.
"What do you mean?", James said in a confused tone.
"Well first off she has you whopped. I mean you didn't object to her saying you were not to do a prank and I am disappointed in the way she said Lily's name. It looked like she was trying to send daggers to it. You better ask her about that because if your girlfriend does not like not even one of our friends then she is not accepted by us and this time I am not joking I found that very mean and rude. Don't you agree with me guys?", Sirius said and the others agreed except Lily who was quiet.
"Do you agree too Lily?", James asked.
"Well. James. I kinda have to agree with the others. I mean you are not the person to object to pranks and I am also kind of offended by the way she said my name. Its like if she did not want me to be close to you. If she causes trouble in our group I will be the first person to leave it. I have told you before. I am the only girl in this group and I don't mind that one bit but if you let one of your girlfriends insult me in any way I will leave you guys. Sorry but that is how it is.", she said and left James to sink it all in.
" Well guys she is my girlfriend and if you guys don't like her then that's too bad cause I do and you guys will have to deal with it.", James said.
At dinner time the whole group went to the Great Hall and on their way Sirius took Lily apart from the group and asked her " Lils are you okay?"
"Yeah Siri I am fine."
"If you need me I'm always there to talk to. You know that even though I am a boy we can still do ourselves makeovers and like talk about girly things ya know girl?, he said in a feminine voice that made Lily laugh.
"I know Siri I know. I am just going to get some dinner and eat it by the lake cuz today I plan on transforming.", she said and they went to the Great Hall arm in arm.
During dinner James was not in the table so Remus got kinda worried and asked Sirius if he knew where he was.
"Yeah. Prongs went to sit with Jennifer. He didn't say goodbye or tell us anything he just separated from the group and went towards her."
"Wow I am amazed he do that and where is Lily?"
"Lily told me she was going to eat by the lake and she said that she was going to transform over there for a while."
The deepest secret Lily had only Sirius and Remus knew. They had found out when James was on a date with Jennifer. They were walking alongside the forest when they saw Lily transform into a fairy. But not the little kind of fairies. She could transform into a life size fairy with glittery transparent wings, a green mini dress,and her hair was let down held together at the top by a crown of white daisies. They were so surprised in seeing her in an animagus form that they did not notice her looking at their direction.
^^Flashback^^ "Umm let me explain.", Lily said "No its okay Lily. We are just ok with that. In fact, we are happy and surprised that you could master this complex spell by yourself and lived to tell the tale. I am an animagus you know? And you already know that Remus is a werewolf. I am happy and your very beautiful in your animagus form. It describes how you really are. Right Remus?",Sirius said in a happy tone.
"Congrats Lil. You look amazing. Can you fly?", Remus said
"I can fly and do fairy magic like make glitter come out of my fingers and make anyone happy for a little while and revive wilting flowers. You guys must not tell anyone about me being an animagus. not even James. He will know in his own time. Please? ", she said and they nodded because they understood why. ^^ End of Flashback^^
"That's nice. I know today has been a rough day on her and I know she hasn't transformed in a while. I hope she has a good time. You know that tomorrow is her rehearsal with the cheerleading team. She has think up a dance tonight and if she is in her animagus state she can think better and have it done in no time. When is the next game? I got to make some commentaries.", Remus said
"The next game is a week from today. Friday.", a deep voice said behind the boys. They turned around to see James standing looking a bit guilty.
"Look guys I am sorry I left you alone for dinner. I was mad at the remarks but I am okay now. Where is Lily?", he asked.
"Lily is around. We should be going Remus. You have to make the commentaries so you have rest of the week free to do pranks with me.", Sirius said and he left. Remus was about to leave when he was caught by the arm by James.
"What's wrong with him?", he asked.
"Look James we are not always going to forgive you instantly. We are still mad you chose your girlfriend over us and Lily is mad too but she thought better of it and decided to go elsewhere instead of letting her temper get a hold of her and lash out at you right here and right now. Sirius is mad because he cares for her a lot. You know he is the one that takes care of her in the summers. If it wasn't for him she would have still been in her shell. It will be a while before we forgive you. Good night.", Remus said calmly and then he left.
" Whats wrong Jamesie?", Jenny asked.
" Jen can I ask you a question?", he said
"Sure baby anything." "Do you have anything against Lily? Be honest."
"Well to be honest I am a bit jealous that she spends time with you three. I sometimes feel like she is trying to catch your eye and get you to dump me so you can go out with her. I also don't like her. I just don't like her a lot and I am not going to change my mind.", she said. James just sighed and hand in hand they left for their date.
Just as Remus was talking to James Lily was transforming into her animagus state. 'I feel so free' she thought as she flexed her fingers and glitter sparked from them. She spread her wings and decided to think about the rehearsal tomorrow. After choreographing a few songs that she remembered in her head for tomorrow she flew up so fast that she left a glittery path. She flew around the roof, then around the room where she practiced with the dance team and the cheerleading team and then she decided to fly to the Gryffindor tower. As she was flying around it she decided to give Sirius and Remus a little visit. She went to their window and a powerful blast of wind shot from her hand the window opened. She flew inside and landed nicely on the floor. After she finished dusting herself from the glitter she looked up and saw that the boys were sleeping. She grinned evilly and walked to Sirius's bed. She conjured up a feather from her hand and started to pass it side to side in his nose. After a while of swishing the feather Sirius sneezed and woke up.
"LILY MARIE ISABELLA EVANS THAT WAS NOT FAIR I WAS HAVING A NICE DREAM THAT INVOLVED SNAPE IN GIRLY CLOTHES AND TRIPPING IN ONE OF HIS HEELS IN FRONT OF EVERYONE AND YOU WOKE ME UP THAT WAS NOT FAIR!", Sirius whined. Lily covered his mouth when she saw that he was about to say more and pointed to Remus and, again, she grinned evilly. This time as she walked to Remus's bed she grabbed a pillow and mouthed to Sirius to do the same. When she counted to three they raised the pillows and as she mouthed the words NOW they hit him with the pillows. Remus woke up screaming and covering his face.
"LILY! SIRIUS! STOP THAT! I WILL GET YOU!", he screamed. They backed away laughing so much that they did not notice him get his pillow.
He went to them and hit them both with the pillow. They stood shocked and then they started hitting each other with the pillows. Two seconds later they were in a full fledged pillow fight of the week.
"Wait guys stop a minute!", Lily screamed. They stopped and looked at her.
She smiled sheepishly and said. "I got to transform back or one of my wings will get damaged."
"Okie dokie Lily Billy", Sirius said while holding tight to the pillow.
Lily transformed back and they resumed fighting with the pillows. At about 10:30 at night the group were still fighting and Lily was about to hit Sirius with the pillow when the door opened and in came James. The group stopped playing and they went to sit in Sirius's bed to talk.
"Ummm guys. Are you still mad?", James asked carefully walking towards Sirius's bed.
"Maybe I should leave.I have my broom summoned already. All I have to do is jump the window. See you guys.", Lily said looking at the boys.
They knew she was going to transform in the air and fly to the forest. She was about to jump the window when James said "Lily please don't go. I have something to tell you all."
Lily stepped out of the windowsill and sat back down in Sirius's bed.
"I want to say that I am truly sorry for putting Jenny first than you guys. I have only dated her for two months but I have known you lot for a long long time. It was very wrong of me not to take Jen's problem with Lily seriously. If you don't forgive me I understand. I know I hurt your feelings.", James said.
Lily looked at him. She stood up and went to hug him. "I forgive you.", she whispered in his ear. He grinned and kissed her in the cheek and returned the hug.
"It takes a lot of begging to get Lily to forgive you. I know that for sure. So if she forgives you its because she knows you mean it. So I speak on behalf of Moony and me. We both forgive you. Right Moony?", Sirius said and Remus just smiled and nodded in agreement.
"Thanks guys. What would I do without you?", James asked.
"Well for one you would mope around or plainly be a nerd.", Sirius said.
"Or you be an arrogant person.", Lily said.
"Or plainly you be bored.", Remus said.
"Well I got to go to bed. Tomorrow is rehearsal and I have to be full of life.", Lily said and left. The boys decided to follow her lead and they went to bed too.
It was already about 9:00 in the morning when the boys finally went down to breakfast and eat. They all knew that Lily would not join them since rehearsal lasted the whole day from 8:30 to 5:30. While they were eating Jenny went up to James and started to stroke his hair and say "Jamie what are we going to do today?"
"WE are not going to do anything. I am going to be with Sirius and Remus today.", James said.
" What about your other partner Lily? Are you going to do anything with her today?", she asked.
" No she is in rehearsal but if she wasn't she I would invite her to our activities today."
"Oh. Well have a nice day, but later I want to see you in my common room like at about 5:00 okay please?"
"Ok"
"fine bye then", she said. Jen kissed him in the lips and then left.
"Wow I didn't know you had it in you to actually stand up to her.", Sirius said in mock surprise.
"Oh shut up you prat.", said James giving him a shove.
^^In the rehearsal^^
"Ok girls I have choreographed some songs in my head so I will put the first one on and just follow my lead.", Lily ordered and the girls obeyed. They admired Lily because she was named one of the best witch dancers in the magazine Teen Witch and she was very friendly and smart. After a lot of songs they picked the ones that would be the best to do in the quidditch match. It was about 4:30 in the afternoon when they finished.
"Ok guys I have decide to let you go an hour early but everyday we will practice after class and before dinner. So have fun for the rest of the day and tomorrow. Bye guys!", Lily said and they all left.
^^Back at the Common Room^^
The boys were talking about life after Hogwarts when Lily appeared all tired out and holding her portable Boom box, her cds, and some papers.
" Siri..help!", she said and in an instant he was by her side alongside with Jammesand Remus.
"I'll take the boom box", said James.
"I'll take the cds and papers.", Remus said
" And I'll take the girl.", Sirius said and he lifted Lily in his arms and placed her gently in a spare armchair recliner while he sat in the one next to it.
"Give me your feet.", Sirius ordered
"Why?", Lily asked confused.
"Don't you want a foot massage?"
"Oh of course. I wouldn't pass for one of those.", Lily said and she took off her ballet shoes and placed them on Sirus's lap.
As Sirius was massaging Lily's foot James felt a pang of jealousy. 'Maybe its because Jenny isn't here and I want to do the same thing but with her.', he thought so he pushed the thought away.
"There! Done! How do you feel?", Sirius said.
"I feel relieved. I can walk better."
The rest of the day was spent with the small group having a picnic near the lake. It was around 6:30 in the evening and the group were watching the sunset when they heard a scream come from behind them.
" JAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEESSSSS!", the voice said.
"James you in a lot of trouble. James is in a lot of trouble. James is in a lot of trouble.", Sirius said in a sing song voice.
" Sirius shut up.", James said and he looked behind him to see Jenny.
"James you said you were going to meet me in my common room at 5:00 and I see you here having fun with your friends and that girl and you make me wait.", she screamed at him and was about to say something more when Sirius went and roared at her
" First of all Parker he forgot and forgetting is a common mistake. Second, that girl is also his friend and he knows her better than he knows you. This girl is smarter than you and she has had a lot of tragedy in her life. more than you will ever have. I don't ever ever want to hear you say something mean about her ever again. I have ways to know if you do. Third he can have time to spend time with us. He does not have to be with you all the time. I don't like you. I don't like you one bit. You know why? Cause you don't like one of my friends. This friend plays an important role in my life. She is like a sister I never had and I don't like anyone who insults my friends. You got that?"
" Don't you speak to me that way! I can do whatever the hell I want. Do YOU got that? Am I right or am I not James?", Jennifer said.
No James you know I am right!", Sirius said.
"Well ummmm...ermmmm..", James was saying when all of a sudden Lily screamed " STOP"
"STOP IT THIS INSTANT! I AM SICK AND TIRED OF ALL THIS SHIT. James I told you that if this is what was going to happen I would be the one leaving the group and guess what? I am not waiting for the third time for this to happen. I am leaving now. I will keep on talking with the guys but not with you. I don't want your girlfriend to think I am trying to make a move on you. So from now on I am officially out of the group. From now on it will only be James, Sirius, and Remus no Lily.", she said and then left.
"You happy Parker?", Sirius said and he also left with Remus in tow.
"Oh well. Now you have me.", Jennifer said and she looked in the picnic basket, took out a piece of chicken, and started to munch on it. While she did all of this she failed to notice the tears fall from her boyfriend's face.
Chapter 3
After this whole ordeal the boys made up but Lily still refused to become part of the group again.It was after a month and school was going to close. James was still going out with Jennifer and Lily was seen from time to time walking with Remus and Sirius or eating with them. The graduation was prepared by James and Lily and that was the only time they talked and that was the only thing they talked about. Gryffindor had won the Quidditch Cup against Ravenclaw and the cheerleading team was given high praises and strong recognition. It was the morning of the 7th year graduation and Lily Evans was last to be seen in her dorm room with her new female best friend Rachel Welch.
Rachel Welch had dark brown hair and green eyes that sparkled like Lily's. She was 5'5 with a slim figure and a tanned complexion. She was very friendly and one of Lily's best dancers in the cheerleading dance team. They were getting ready for the graduation.
"Lily put your dress on so I can help you with your make up.", Rachel said. Lily went towards her dress and slowly and carefully she put it on.
Her dress was white satin tight bodice with a full skirt.
"Perfect! Now put on the graduation gown and I will fix your hair and do your makeup.", Rachel said and Lily obeyed. After half an hour the two girls were going down the stairs and to the waiting Sirius and Remus.
"Wow! You two look beautiful.", Remus exclaimed and Sirius whistled. Rachel was wearing an emerald gown. Her hair was let out of her usual sloppy ponytail and on her face was no makeup except the pale pink lipstick. Rachel went towards Remus and they both left the common room to the Great Hall. It was known throughout the whole school that those two were dating ever since Lily introduced them.
Lily was wearing her white gown and her graduation gown over it with the badge that read Head Girl and her valedictorian badge next to it. Her hair was left loose and overflowing in waves and a few curls here and there. She went towards Sirius and then they made their way to the Great Hall.
"Do you have your speech?", Sirius asked her. He was wearing his graduation robes over his black tux. Even his hair was nicely kept.
"Yeah I do thanks Siri for reminding me. I have to talk first.", Lily said and they made their way to the front row of seats. On their way they passed James and Jennifer. James had his hair nicely kept too and he was wearing the same thing as Sirius. As they passed Sirius stopped and said "Well we made it mate. I can't believe that after 7 years we are already leaving. I will be missing this place."
"Yeah I will miss it too. Hi Lily", James said.
"Hi James", Lily said with a small smile and then she left to the front row.
" Good morning students, teachers, and families. I welcome you to this year's graduating class of 7th years. I am pleased to say that I will miss them dearly especially a special group of friends in the Gryffindor House who I have had in my office more times than I can count. I know some of the teachers will be happy to see them go away but I will not be one of them. I want to say to you students a saying that I have always remembered. Never let go of your dreams. Keep them and achieve them. Now I will like to call Miss Lily Evans. This young woman is very extraordinary young woman. She lost her parents by the hands of Voldemort in 4th year and she went to their funeral, wept for them, and promised them that she will never give up her dream to be a fully trained witch so she can be one of the people to bring the Dark Lord's Downfall. This woman is the first person in a decade to get the perfect score in N.E.W.T.S. and the perfect score in Charms for 7 years. This woman can be whatever she wants to be because she kept on with her dream. I now present to you this year's 7th year class valedictorian.", Dumbledore said and everyone stood up, except the Slytherins, and clapped for her.
Lily stood up and went to the stage. She opened her piece of paper which contained her speech and started to read from it.
"Dear students, teachers, and families, Today is a very special day for us. Today is the day we graduate. Today is the day we start a new chapter in our lives. Today my best friend Sirius Black was talking to his friend and said 'after this we leave this place and we never come back to take classes.' Then I finally understood that it is true. we are never coming back to this place again. To this place which has been our home for 7 years. We would be leaving the place where we met our friends and loves. We would be leaving the place were everything has happened from happiness to tragedies. I have learned a lot of things in this place other than what the teachers offer us. I have learned that if someone in your family dies yu need to talk about it without someone and not keep it bottled up. I learned that friendships are very important. I learned a lot of life's lessons in this place. I want everyone to leave with two thoughts in your heads. 1 is the speech that Professor Dumbledore said to you and two is to never forget this magical place you have lived in for 7 years. Keep that in mind. I will miss you all. Thank you.", and before her voice cracked a bit more she left the stage and went into the open arms of Sirius Black who hugged her tightly.
"Now we present James Potter.our best Gryffindor chaser and Head Boy .", Dumbledore said.
" Well guys we all made it this far. I don't have a speech like Lily's but I will try to do my best. For 7 years I have been in this place I have learned everything they could teach me. I have had a lot of fun in this place, although I almost sent some of the best teachers to ST. Mungos's. I for one will never forget this place. I can't wait for the 5 year reunion. I will leave you all with another thought. Gryffindor rules! Thanks." , James said and after everyone clapped he went back to his seat.
Chapter 4 After the graduation ceremony was finished the ball was to take place and it was tradition for the Heads to open it. Lily and James went to the middle of the floor and started to dance to a slow dance. Lily looked at the ball room. It was made of marble and there was balloons everywhere and white and gold streamers. The tables were white and food were on them. Lily kept on looking at her surroundings when all of a sudden she looked at James's face.
"So how are you?", he asked.
"Pretty good you?", she said
"I'm okay."
"What are you planning to do after this?"
"Well I am thinking since you took Sirius to live with you which is perfectly fine with me, I will go and live with Remus in a nice flat." What about you? What are you planning on doing?"
"I will probably go to work at night in this new club where you dance and sing for the public and at day I will work in the Charms department for the Ministry of Magic. You?" "I am planning on working with Sirius as an Auror."
"That's nice.",Lily said and they kept on dancing until the song ended.
The ball was a smashing success and Lily was having a lot of fun. She was dancing with Sirius in one part when all of a sudden Prof. Dumbledore asked if he could cut in. Lily nodded and Sirius went to the punch table.
"Miss Evans you are one of the best students I have ever had. I will miss you. I want to ask what are you planning on doing after this.", Dumbledore asked
"Well sir I am planning on working in the Charms Department in M.O.M. in the day and in the night I am thinking of dancing in a club that allows me to dance and sing.", Lily said.
"That's good, but have you ever heard of the Order of the Phoenix?"
"Yes sir I have read about it."
Well you must have read that I am the founder and leader of this organization."
"Yes sir."
"well I am thinking of inviting you, Mr. Black, Mr. Lupin, and Mr. Potter to join it. I would like you and Sirius to be undercover agents. I know you have the strength to do that. Would you like to join?"
" I be more than happy to sir. I would not let you down. If you want I can talk to the boys after this song and tell them to come to you."
"Very well Miss Evans.", Dumbledore said and when they finished the dance Lily went towards Sirius and Remus.
"Hi guys. Guess what?", she said
"What?", Sirius asked.
"Well we can't talk here so lets move to the terrace.", Lily said and they left the ball to go to the terrace.
"So wat do you want to say to us?", Remus asked with concern.
"Guys remember in 6th year the report I did on the Order of the Phoenix?", she started to say and stopped so they could remember. When they did she kept on. "Well Dumbledore just asked us and James to join. I already said yes. He wants to know about you guys. He wants me and Sirius to be undercover agents and Remus and James I was not informed about. So will you like to join?"
"I'm okay with that. Its not like I can get a job elsewhere.", Remus said.
"Me too and you know I love to do undercover stuff. What about James have you talked to him?", Sirius asked and Lily shook her head.
"No, but I will go and look for him now.", Lily said and they entered the ballroom once more. As they entered the trio split up and Lily went to look for James. After a few minutes she found him dancing with Jenny. She went towards him with all her courage and tapped on his shoulder.
"James. Parker.", she said.
"Yeah Lils?", he said
"Could you detach yourself from your girlfriend for a moment and come with me to the terrace. We need to talk."
"Ok. Excuse me Jenny. I have to go for a moment.", James said and left with Lily to the terrace.
"So what's up?", James said when they got to the terrace.
"James I was approached by Dumbledore today and he wants you, Sirius,Remus, and me to join the Order of the Phoenix. I already told him yes and the others too. Me and Siri will be undercover agents and you and Remus I don't know what you will be. So will you join?", Lily said in a quiet tone.
" I will join."
"Good.", Lily said and was about to leave when James grabbed her arm.
"Umm Lily. I am sorry about everything.I am sorry about Jen and I am very sorry you had to leave the group. I am sorry I let a girl come between us."
Lily went towards him gave him a hug and a kiss on the cheek and whispered in his ear "Its okay." And left.
Chapter 5
^^ A year after the ball^^
"SIRIUS ORION BLACK! GET YOUR LAZY ASS OUT OF THIS BED OR YOU ARE GOING TO BE LATE FOR WORK! AGAIN!", Lily Evans screamed.
It was 7:00 in the morning and for the third time that week Lily Evans was still trying to wake up Sirius so he could get to work at time but like all the other times she failed. She was about to give up when she had an idea. She went to her room and in her purse she took out tiny little bullhorn. Grinning evilly she went back to Sirius's bed. She put the bullhorn a few feet away from his ear and pushed the little button. As soon as the sound came out of the bullhorn Sirius literally jumped out of his bed.
"What the hell was that?", he asked screaming and covering his left ear.
"Oh nothing. Just a little bullhorn."
Little? That thing can wake up a whole herd of sleeping bears in the winter time. What did you do that for?"
"Well for the third time this week I have tried to wake you up so you can get to work on time and since screaming in your ear didn't work, I decided to just wake you up with this. Now go to work. Thanks to you I am almost late. Oh and don't forget to bring the dinner I ordered for tonight you know Remus and James are coming since you invited them. I got to go to work and before I forget, call the club today and tell them I wont be coming to work tonight.", Lily said and she apparated to M.O.M.