Last Chappie~ Btw, I don't think that I'm going to put Sirius and Jeanne together simply because I can't see the idea of Sirius being committed you know? They're obviously going to stay really really good friends though, just maybe…maybe crossing a bit of the friends line~ but definitely staying before the BF/GF line. Ok? Sorry to disappoint you, but can you really see Sirius committed to just one girl no matter how awesome she is? Sowwie~~ I can't. Anyway, enjoy! Once again, my apologies on Sirius and Jeanne.

Disclaimer: Once again, I own nothing except for the Plot and characters that you do not recognize from JK. Rowling. The song that I used is also not mine, rather from the Movie: The Wedding Singer.

Lily yawned and stretched her hands above her head as the radio turned on and started blasting music. Stretching out her legs and humming, she slowly got out of bed and looked outside the window. The sun was shining brightly and the birds were chirping, it looked like a great day. Yes, it was going to be a great day. James was supposed to take her out today and than they'd go somewhere to find Sirius and Remus.

Trudging out of her bedroom and making a beeline for the bathroom, Lily was so busy humming and listening to the blasting music that she didn't hear the loud CRACK outside of her bathroom door. Brushing her teeth and washing her face, Lily applied lotion and combed her hair up into a neat ponytail. Stepping out of the door, two strong toned arms promptly slid around her waist and embraced her comfortably.

Lily jumped and twirled around, ready to defend herself when she saw a grinning James Potter, facing her.

" James!" Lily laughed and slapped him lightly on the chest. " You scared me to death."

"Guess what?" James' eyes were sparkling. " Sirius and Remus and I passed our apparating tests! You should have seen Peter though, he can't apparate worth his life."

Lily smiled and put her arms around James' neck, hugging him. She wasn't embarrassed about letting James see her in her pajamas for he'd already seen her once about a year ago. When they first met.

"You better go downstairs and tell my mom you're here otherwise she'll have a fit." Lily whispered, grinning. " You don't know how wrong it looks for a guy to be in the house this early in the morning. Petunia, my sister, got in so much trouble when she actually snuck a guy in!"

James nodded and released her, walking to the stairs. "Don't worry, I'll make sure you're not in trouble." He said proudly.

Lily laughed. " Yeah, don't worry. They love you. Just say hi. I'll be down in a second." She turned back to her bedroom to find something to change into.

James came down the stairs and walked into the large, sunny kitchen where Mrs. Evans was busy cooking breakfast and checking the time at the same time.

"Good morning Mrs. Evans!" James said cheerfully and sat down on the counter chair.

Mrs. Evans spun around abruptly in alarm. "Oh, good morning James. You scared me." She turned back around, focusing on trying to get her eggs to cook faster.

"Wait," She twirled back around, looking at James in mild suspicion. "How'd you come into the house so early?  I didn't hear the doorbell ring?"

James grinned. "I passed my apparating test! So did Sirius and Remus."

"Ahh," Mrs. Evans nodded happily. "Wonderful. Congratulations James." She carefully set the bagels and eggs down on the table and wiped her hands on a towel, careful to keep her snug black skirt suit clean. Mrs. Evans worked as a computer analyst in a muggle bank. Her shoulder length blonde hair was swept into a clip as her clear blue eyes dashed to the clock on the wall, once again. Click Clack went her matching pumps as she grabbed a set of keys on the wall and went to get her purse. Just as she was leaving, she kissed Mr. Evans, waved at James and left.

"Good morning James." Mr. Evans strided into the kitchen wearing a black suit as well, holding the latest newspaper in his arms and making a beeline for the coffee.

"Morning Mr. Evans." James smiled cheerfully as he watched the man scratch his dark ruby hair, wondering what he was supposed to do next.

"Are you and Lily going to go somewhere today?" He said carefully, has his jade green eyes  became teasingly alert.

"Yes." James reached for an apple on the counter. "If it's alright with you, we're going to the beach and meeting up with Sirius and Remus."

"Is Jeanne not going to be there?" Mr. Evans murmured as he felt his pockets for his keys.

"I believe she's in France, at the moment."

"Ahh, yes. Lu had a trip to go on." Mr. Evans took the keys from the wall and smiled heartily. "Have fun, kids! Enjoy you're time. After all, school's going to be starting in 2 weeks for Lily and you have an important job to go to, isn't that right?"

James nodded, just as Lily walked into the kitchen wearing jean shorts and plain white t-shirt with her black bathing suit underneath.

"I have to go now," Mr. Evans kissed Lily on the cheek and shook hands with James. " Have fun!" He promptly left as well.

James looked at Lily who was munching on a bagel.

"Looks like it's just you and me." He grinned.

"Where are we going today?" Lily asked.

"To the Beach."

"Is Sirius and Remus going to be there?"

"Only if I get to drive."

Lily gasped, prepared to tackle James but changed her mind and ran for the remaining keys on the wall.

"Accio Keys." James pointed his wand lazily and the keys zoomed straight into his awaiting hand while Lily tried to snatch it in mid air.

"Why you.." Lily had a look of disbelief, although inside she was laughing.

"Yes me. Catch me if you can." James grinned, twirled the keys around his finger and ran out with Lily hot on his heels.

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Lily waved goodbye to her parents as they pulled out of the train station occasionally calling things like "Don't forget to work hard, even though you're on your last year!" and "don't forget to study!" Rolling her eyes after they were gone, Lily  lugged her trunk behind her as the wind blew, swirling the dropping leaves around her and making her long black coat flow out behind her.

Heading straight towards the barrier between Platforms 9 and 10, Lily unconsciously looked around before entering and found herself, once again, amidst the cozy bustle of students boarding the scarlet train. Lily walked straight towards the compartment that she and Jeanne used every year and put her trunk inside it, looking around to see if Jeanne had arrived yet.

Nope, Lily got off the train and looked around. Unbeknownst to her, a small speeding streak of cherry burgundy hurdled herself to her, hugging her from behind, squealing happily.

"Lily!!" It squeezed her tightly. " I missed you so much!"

Lily turned around, giggling. "JEANNE!! How was France?!"

Jeanne grinned and twirled around, showing off her new long leather coat. " France is gorgeous this time of year, and Mom got me tailored for a new coat."

"Very nice." Lily looked at the style. Very mysterious, yet sassy.

"I got you a shirt, as well as some French perfume that I knew you'd like. I'll show you when we get to Hogwarts.." Jeanne chattered.

CRACK CRACK.

Lily was suddenly aware of the fresh tint of cologne that wafted around her nose, but was also intermingled with another scent.

"Sirius!" Jeanne grinned as he swept her into a bear hug.

"How are you doing! You look fantastic!" Sirius took a good look at her in her new coat. "France suited you well. And you, Lily!! How are you doing? Prefect again this year? Splendid!" Sirius swept Lily into a gigantic hug as well.

"Hey, Jeanne!" James gave Jeanne a friendly hug as he finally turned to Lily who was waiting.

"Hello, Lily Evans." He said softly as he enveloped her into a warm embrace.

"C'mon Jeanne." Sirius led Jeanne away as he winked to James, teasingly. " Let's leave those two alone."

"I missed you," James murmured into her hair.

"James." Lily laughed. "We've only been apart for about 2 weeks.

James smiled fondly at her, taking her hand in his as they walked along. James and Sirius were wearing black leather jackets and sweaters underneath. Looking enviously attractive, once again, James had on black trouser pants while Sirius was wearing dark charcoal ones. His hair was, as usual, in an adorable mess.

"So, have you talked to Remus lately?"

James nodded. " Yeah, he sends his greetings and wishes you girls luck."

"Wonderful. So he's having fun, around the world?"

"Oh yes, I say he deserves it."

"You know, Lily." James stopped abruptly, facing her and taking both her hands in his. "We're going to be extremely busy this year. You're going to be a prefect and you'll have a lot of duties as well as exams to finish while I'm going to be an auror. You know, by no means, that all this is extremely time consuming."

Lily nodded, looking down.

"Hey," James gently lifted her chin up to meet his gaze. " Don't worry, we'll talk. I want know how my girl's doing. And plus, don't forget Hogsmeade weekends." Lily laughed and nodded again.

"Have fun this school year. I'll be seeing you often." James pulled her towards him in a final embrace.

Lily looked up into his eyes, smiling at him. "You better. Or I'll come charging after you."

James just laughed and took her hand, once more, leading her to the compartment where Jeanne and Sirius were waiting.

"Bye, ladies!" Sirius shouted as the train began to move.

"Bye James! Bye Sirius!" Jeanne and Lily shouted as their profiles began to look smaller and smaller.

Waving a final goodbye, James and Sirius disapparated.

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Lily opened the portrait door, clutching her thick wool cape around her. She was supposed to be at dinner, but decided to spend some time reorganizing the dorms. Walking along the stone corridors, Lily smiled at the decorations that she and the other prefects put up. Christmas was in a week and Hogwarts had never looked merrier; except the fact that the place was still stone cold.

Sighing, Lily walked along until Jeanne came running up beside her, cheeks rosy and panting while her cape was half off her shoulders.

"Lily! I've been looking for you everywhere." She stopped, hanging onto Lily for support.

" Calm down. What's wrong Jeanne?" Lily asked, concerned.

"James and Sirius are in the Great Hall!" Jeanne grinned and dragged Lily to the doors.

Lily hastily smoothed back her hair as Jeanne pushed open the doors. Lily's heart thumped against her chest as she saw James and Sirius talking with a beaming Headmaster Dumbledore and an amused Professor McGonagall.

He had grown, if possible, even more handsome. Or maybe it was because Lily hadn't seen him in a while. Only talked to him through owl and occasionally through the fireplace. They both looked tall and imposing in their auror uniforms, the formal silver cape draped on their backs as the dark black robes held one or two plain silver awards.

Lily sat down at the table, half watching them and half acting normal. James and Sirius seemed to be finished talking with the teachers and had turned around, Sirius smirking and pointing at her while James' eyes lit up.

"Ooh, Lily. You're so lucky." Karishma sighed as he came closer. "The one in the silver glasses is your boyfriend right?"

"Correct," The girl beside her chimed in, buttering her roll. "although, the one at his side is absolutely yummy as well."

"How'd you do it?" A bewildered 6th year asked her, dreamily staring at them as they were now coming towards Lily.

"She's Lily, that's how she did it." Jeanne told her as if it was the most obvious thing in the world.

Sirius plopped down next to Jeanne, grinning at her while loading food on her plate. "You, miss Jeanne, have grown even prettier since I've last seen you."

Jeanne laughed and blushed, but played along. "And you, Sir, you have become even more chivalrous since I've last seen you."

"Lily!" James sat down beside her and gave her a huge hug.

"James!" Lily hugged him back. "Wow, James. You look very nice." Lily admired the silver cape that he had on.

"Just nice?" James feigned a hurt look and putting his hands to his heart.

"Not just nice. Very nice." Lily grinned as she chomped on a carrot.

"How have you been, Lily?" James took one of her hands in his own, playing with her fingers.

"Busy. You see all these decorations? I helped design it." Lily pointed as James looked around.

"How long do you get to stay?" Lily asked hopefully as James chuckled and brought her into his arms. (Sirius was shooting random pick up lines at Jeanne and the girls around her.)

"Not that long, Moody only gave us a couple days."

"Oh, so you can stay longer than today?" Lily's eyes lit up as she looked up to face him.

"Only for today and tomorrow. Wouldn't want to distract you from your studies." James teased, pulling on Lily's hair.

"James Potter!" Lily frowned. "I hate studying."

James just chuckled, totally missing the admiring glances that everyone was giving him. His eyes were only on Lily.

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Lily dropped her quills, parchments and books onto the floor and dropped into bed. The temperature was slowly lightening up a bit. No longer was it so bitterly cold, but the sun actually came up when Lily awoke to brush her teeth and change into her fresh uniforms. But Lily was confused, and a bit angry. She couldn't understand what James was keeping from her. Why wouldn't he take Remus along to see her?

Lily remembered James' exasperated words.

"I told you Lily. I don't get to see him that often and the times I do, he's not exactly up for visitation. He misses you, Lily but he just can't see anyone at the moment."

Why? Was it some sort of pact of men? Was it a wild party that James, Remus and Sirius all went to? Why was Lily excluded from it? Moreover, why couldn't they tell her? She and James had been together for over 5 months. That was a pretty long time. But why couldn't James just tell her the truth.

"That's not fair, and you know it." Lily scolded herself. "James has always told you the truth, it's just he might not be able to tell you this one."

Lily sighed, regretting her outburst at James. He had angrily left, his eyes shining with hurt that Lily caused. It wasn't as if Lily wasn't hurt as well. James had burst out with a comment that implicated that Lily was too nosy.

"Why do you always want to know?! Huh, Lily? I need to have secrets too."

"James! I don't want to know everything. I just want to know how you got such a large cut on your neck!"

"Lily! For the thousandth time. It was just a mistake."

"……James…I'm just worried. Don't yell at me."

After letting some tears leak from her eyes, James had just left with a twirl of his cape, leaving Lily hurt and angry. Jeanne had comforted her, telling her that relationships weren't all picture perfect and that they were bound to fight sometime, but that didn't make Lily feel any better.

"I hate fighting!" Lily cried into the arms of Jeanne.

"I know, hun." Jeanne rocked her back and forth like a mother. "but, think about it this way, after this is all over. You and him will be so much closer."

Lily lay on her bed, thinking about how she could get this fight over with. She was exhausted, this wasn't fair to her. She rested her head on the fluffy pillow and closed her eyes, willing herself not to let her tears escape. But in the end, the tears won as they streamed out of the corners of her eyes.

~!~

He stealthily opened the door and looked around. In the corner of the room lay a figure with her feet hanging off the bed. Smiling softly, he crept across the floor, careful not to wake up the sleeping redhead. This was when his Chaser/Seeker skills came in handy. He sighed, seeing dried tears on Lily's cheeks as his heart ached to know that her tears were because of him.

James sat down on the chair beside her bed, resting his chin on his hands. In reality, he truly wasn't at all annoyed with her, or mad even. He was really worried that Lily was extremely hurt at his words. (Even though it was nothing mean, James was a good boy who felt guilty)

James really wished that he could tell her Remus' secret, but it just wasn't his secret to tell. No matter how much Remus liked Lily, he just wasn't willing to tell her yet. James knew Lily wouldn't tell, and so did Remus, but the decision was all up to Remus. James blinked out of his reverie, realizing that he needed to go, and kissed Lily on the cheek.

"Please forgive me, Lily." James murmured before sneaking out of the room.

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Lily grinned as Jeanne braided her rich red hair.

"Stay still." Jeanne said, exasperatedly. Lily couldn't help it, she was all giddy and excited for today. This was a Hogsmeade weekend and she was going to see James.

"You're sure you're going to be alright?" Lily asked Jeanne again for the fifth time.

"Yeah, I'm sure." Jeanne replied. "Although, I am a bit disappointed, I understand and I don't mind anyways." Sirius had been sent out to America for a couple of days to peck out some valuable information on overseas death eater initiations. It wasn't life threatening, it just took up quite some time.

"Besides," Jeanne continued. " I'm going to go shopping with Aquila and Karishma while you're on your date with James, ok?"

"No problem." Lily said happily. "Have fun!"

Jeanne finished plaiting her hair as Lily put on her light crème colored robes and silver hoped earrings.

"Now have fun with Mr. Perfect," Jeanne smirked and giving Lily a look.

"Oh, you know it." Lily smiled back.

Aquila and Karishma opened up the door, chattering excitedly about the 3 Ravenclaw boys that they had seen in the halls, but stopped once they had seen Lily and Jeanne.

"Ooh! Lily, are you going to see James again?" Karishma said excitedly.

Lily nodded, happily.

"You want to come with us to Hogsmeade to meet him?" Aquila asked.

Lily glanced at Jeanne who grinned.

"Sure." Lily smiled as Karishma and Aquila squealed about being able to see James Potter.

"Back off," Jeanne told them with a smile. Karishma and Aquila just liked to watch, they weren't really like those girls who tried to take their friend's man away from her.

"I love your hair." Aquila said, quite seriously. "Did you do it yourself?"

"Nope, Jeanne did it for me." Lily beamed at Jeanne who smiled modestly.

"You've got to show me that some time." Karishma said enthusiastically.

Lily checked her watch and Aquila noticed.

" Let's go, ladies." Aquila opened up the door and they marched out to the awaiting carriages.

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9 months and counting.

Lily sighed happily as she and James walked along the streets of Hogsmeade, holding hands and watching the sun set, making the sky turn red and gold. It was almost time for Lily to graduate and Lily had to say that she was a bit sad. Although, Lily had worked extremely hard in Hogwarts, it was like her home. Hogwarts was a place where Lily felt like she actually belonged. Feeling nostalgic, Lily gripped James' hand a little bit tighter.

"what's wrong?" James asked her gently, turning to face Lily.

" I'm not sure what I want to do when I leave Hogwarts." Lily looked sideways at him. "I know that the job positions aren't going to start coming until next week, but do you really think someone will want me to work for them? I mean, I'm muggleborn—and, does the ministry really want--"

"Lily, Lily Lily." James shook his head, grinning at her. "Don't worry so much. I can guarantee that you'll have no problem getting a job!"

"James, it's different for you." Lily said wistfully. "You're brilliant, intelligent, Pure blooded, Famous, and not to mention dashingly handsome." She added the last part with a grin.

"Lily. You're brilliant---don't deny it. You are. You're intelligent---c'mon look at the Prefect badge. You're famous---every man knows your name in Hogwarts. I'm not joking. And You're gorgeous. Who wouldn't want to be you?"

Lily smiled wistfully, though underneath she was touched that James thought so highly of her. " I wish…"

"Anyway," James continued. " Don't worry about that stuff. I know for certain that the Ministry might offer you a job."

Lily gasped. "Really?" That was where she wanted to work!

"Yeah." James grinned at her, swinging her hand while they walked. " Turns out, you have an extremely high grade in Charms and Healing and they need an instructor in that department."

Lily suddenly felt all her problems wash away. "Thanks James!" She laughed and jumped up to hug him tightly. "You don't know how happy you've just made me."

James hugged her back, resting his arms around her waist and kissed her on the cheek. "Do I get extra points now?"

Lily laughed and smacked him on the shoulder.

"By the way, James?"

"Yup?"

"What's between Sirius and Jeanne?"

"Hmmm," James pondered. " Well, I'm sure that Sirius is extremely fond of Jeanne. I'm positive of that fact. I know that Sirius liked her a bit before, but then something happened in his family, that made him forget about courtship, I think."

"Oh? That sucks." Lily pursed her lips.

"Yeah, Sirius has to take care of the family business, as well as work on his auror training. That's a lot of work to do, so I think at the moment, Sirius can't really look at any girls. Why? Does Jeanne like him?"

"Huh?" Lily widened her eyes. " Oh no. She's really fond of him as well and she had a crush on him for a pretty long time in the beginning, but other than that I think that she just really admires him."

"Yeah, well they're really good friends. They don't necessarily have to be closer, like you and me."

James smiled, taking her hand in his and walked along.

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Jeanne was off with Sirius, looking for a present for his mother and Lily was walking to the Three Broomsticks to meet James and Remus for a butterbeer. The weather was so warm now! Lily had worn the new robes that Jeanne had gotten for her in France. They were so lightweight and made of linen so it felt cool and crisp against her skin. Lily loved the pale blue color of it.

Finally reaching the entrance, Lily stepped in, looking around for the two tall men; one being her boyfriend.

"Lily!" James called her over and jumped up from his chair to give her a hug and a kiss on the cheek. Lily grinned at him, savoring his dimple and smile. James pulled out a chair for her and she sat down in between Remus and James.

"Remus!" Lily reached over the table to give him a quick hug. "how did your traveling go? I haven't talked to you in such a long time."

Remus smiled, but Lily noticed that he kept drumming his fingers against his cup of butterbeer. He also looked extremely extremely tired. His golden blond hair was still as golden as ever, but his hazel eyes were wary.

"Lily, we need to tell you something," He said quietly, looking at James and then back at Lily.

"Remus. Are you ok?" Lily asked, a bit scared since she didn't like the way the question started.

Remus set his butterbeer glass down and warily put his hands to his face, brushing the hair from his eyes.

"Lily, I hope you know that I trust you and I care for you deeply." Remus began as James sat silently by Lily.

"I trust you too, Remus. And I care for you too." Lily was so confused.

"You may have been wondering why James disappears sometimes when he's with you. Like when he all of a sudden takes off on you. And I'm sorry for that, because it is my fault."

"Moony," James protested. " It's not your fault. Not at all."

Lily was bewildered.

"Lily, the reason why I'm telling you this is because you're my friend. You're a close one. I care very much for you and James cares very very much for you as well."

Lily nodded.

"Lily, I'm a werewolf."

Lily nodded. Wait. Her eyes widened. And she looked up at Remus who was staring at her intently. Her posture was as stiff as a board and her mouth was halfway open.

"Yes, Lily. I'm a werewolf."

Lily let it sink through her mind. Remus?! Beloved, sweet, angelic Remus?! Lily felt her eyes tear up just a bit. "Lily, I'm a werewolf." Rang up inside her head a bazillion times before James touched her hand and looked at her gently.

"Lily?" James spoke. Lily could vaguely see Remus' hope in his eyes, shattering as he probably realized that he had lost a valuable friend. Not only that, he'd probably cost James his love.

Without warning, Lily stood up, walked to Remus' side and—

Gave him the warmest, biggest hug, blinking back tears.

"Remus, you poor poor poor…." Lily was speechless. She didn't even know how to express the hurt that welled up inside of her when Remus had to go through such horrible transformations. It was no wonder he was tired, and missing most of the time.

Remus smiled, a bit surprised at her outburst, and feeling much more hopeful.

"You're not..you're not scared of me?" Remus said hesitantly as James beamed at him from the side.

"Scared?" Lily asked, bewildered. "You mistake me, Mr. Lupin. Lily does not get frightened off that easy. Oh no. If you think you can get rid of me that easily, think again."

Remus laughed and sighed. "Thank you Lily. I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't tell anyone either. That means Jeanne too. I'm not sure yet."

Lily nodded and promised. She walked back to her chair and encircled hands with James.

"Sorry for getting mad at you." She said softly. " Even though it was a long time ago and we made up, I'm really sorry."

James smiled at her, and than at Remus.

"Besides," Lily giggled and whispered. " You being a werewolf is only 12 days in a year. Once per month right?"

Remus nodded.

"Then we have nothing to worry about." Lily sat back in her chair, smiling.

"Remus?"

"Yup?"

"Is that why you never try to date?" Lily had hit the target.

"Yeah," Remus explained. " It's just too hard, I don't think I'm up to it yet."

"Ahh," Lily nodded and patted his arm sympathetically.

"Lily?" James grinned at her, winking at Remus and deciding it was safe to tell.

"Hmm?" Lily murmured as she drank her butterbeer.

"I'm an illegal animagus. So's Sirius and Peter. We all are. You can't tell though."

Lily almost spat out her butterbeer as her eyes widened in curiosity.

"James!!!"

The room filled with James and Remus' hearty laughter as Lily was awed and pestered James in questions.

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1 year and counting.

Lily brushed her long red hair and slipped on her white knee socks. She then pinned up her shiny hair. Her best shoes were polished and cleaned as Lily slipped her feet into them. Pulling on her pleated grey skirt and tucking in her white collared blouse, Lily buttoned up the flat buttons.

"Lily!" Jeanne came out of the bathroom, handing her a neat grey sweater and gold and red tie. "Hurry up! We have to go soon."

Lily smiled and slipped the snug sweater over her head, careful not to ruin the intricate updo that she had done herself. Taking the shimmery crimson robe out of the package, Lily clasped it over her uniform and reached for her best hat.

"Ready?" Jeanne clasped her own robe and slipped into her best shoes.

"Ready!" Lily excitedly opened the door as she and Jeanne went down the stairs to join the other graduating Gryffindors. The younger years were gathering in the common room, looking up at the older students in awe. They weren't quite finished with Hogwarts yet. They still had their exams, but they would be joining the ceremony while the graduating students were waiting in the Great Hall.

"This'll be you in a year." Jeanne smiled at a 6th year who was staring at them.

The senior Gryffindors opened the portrait and marched out of the room, proudly smoothing down their graduation robes and holding their hats and wands. Lily admired the way everyone looked. Everything was so pristine, so uniformed and neat. Proudly, Lily walked in line with Jeanne behind her and her Prefects badge pinned on her robe.

Professor McGonagall was sorting the students into their lines and places, while other professors from various houses did the same. Lily looked at the escorts for this year. They nervously anticipated what was going to happen. Lily smiled, remembering herself last year. As usual, Gryffindor was first.

This year's Head Boy and Girl were Narcissa D'arcy and Amos Diggery. Both of which Lily knew, and didn't particularly like very much. Nonetheless, Lily smiled and wished them luck as she passed them to get into her spot.

"We'll see you outside! Follow your escorts." The Professors gave a final glance and hastily head outside to the traditional graduation center.

Lily waited for what seemed like an eternity, watching the boy next to Jeanne make her laugh. James, Sirius and Remus would be at the graduation ceremony. She didn't' know about Peter, but she didn't really care. Peter was never around.

The escorts suddenly jumped up, alert, and filed into their lines. Pushing open the door, they glided regally, making the Senior Gryffindors quiet down and follow. Lily mused that she had seen this last year.

Walking smoothly to the outside grounds, Lily looked around at the teary faces of parents, the impatient faces of the younger kids, the awed faces of other students. Her parents were sitting next to Jeanne's parents, positively beaming and when they saw her, they waved excitedly.

"Weird," Lily thought to herself as she smiled back. "Since when have they been so proud of me?"

Jeanne's parents were equally as happy, sitting their with smiles on their faces.

As the music stopped, Lily and every other student quietly sat down. Headmaster Dumbledore gave his little introduction as Amos and Narcissa came up to the High Podium, Narcissa's arm in Amos' and delivered their speech.

Lily yawned, a bit too bored to hear anything. She was really going to miss Hogwarts. Obviously, she'd be back to visit the little students that she got to help and tutor, since she was a prefect. But now that she was actually graduating, Lily felt sad, excited and happy all at the same time.

"A new adventure." Lily thought to herself, smiling. Speaking of adventure, Where on earth was James? Lily looked up to the side and saw Sirius and Remus listening intently; well Remus was, Sirius was playing with his wand, but where was James? Truth be told, Lily had grown extremely extremely fond of James. Only Jeanne knew it, but after these two years, Lily had to admit that she loved James. Even though he was extremely busy with his work, even though at times he could be just as immature as Sirius and they'd play jokes on Lily, and even though Lily didn't get to see him that often, Lily still truly loved him. She felt connected to him, when he was feeling sad, Lily would comfort him. When he felt uncomfortable, Lily would take the lead. When he was happy, Lily would smile with him and listen to him speak.

It wasn't as if this was a one-way relationship. In fact, it was pretty secure. Lily adored and got along well with his friends and he to hers. When she was insecure, or sad, he'd always be there, no matter through a letter, fireplace, or in person, to speak to her and get her hopes back up where they should've been. Not only that, when they fought, because no relationship was perfect, James would come running back to her, worried if he had actually hurt her feelings when Lily would be, in fact, worrying if she had hurt his feelings.

He got along well with her parents and his parents were absolutely fascinated with her. Finally, after a long time in her life without it, Lily truly felt happiness.

Dumbledore was now calling the names, of the graduates and handing them their diploma of Hogwarts. Lily unconsciously got up, letting her feet do the walking as she heard her name being called out, as one of the prefects.

As she stepped in line, Lily wondered when she'd start her job. She had accepted the job from the Ministry and they had interviewed her, wanting to see what she was like. After telling them that she'd take the job, they had given her a month to put everything in her life, into order. The new job had many choices held for her. After completing the first procedure of being an instructor, Lily could then move on to be a Healer or MediWitch of some sort.

 Jeanne, however, still hadn't decided on which job. She was leaning on helping in the Muggle Department of the Ministry, but wanted to explore the idea of culinary arts as well.

Looking up, Dumbledore smiled at her, shaking her hand in his and Lily saw a twinkle in his eye.

"Congratulations Lily Evans. You'll do great things in the future." He smiled and let go of her hand, leaving her a bit surprised. Her?! Lily Evans? Plain old Lily Evans? (Even though Lily was hardly plain, she didn't see herself as anybody worthy of recognition even though she dreamed of it) Was it possible? Lily walked slowly back to her seat, pondering what he had said.

Before she knew it, Jeanne was sidling back into her seat, grinning widely at Lily before looking back at Headmaster Dumbledore.

"Congratulations Students. You are now fully fledged Witches and Wizards!"

A cheer arose from the section of  where the graduates sat. They tossed up their fine hats and reached up their wands, shooting fireworks (guess from where? The gryffindor section). Lily saw in delight, many students rushing out, hugging their best friends, people all around them that they didn't know and running to their families!

"Jeanne!" Lily ran towards a Jeanne who was laughing happily. "We did it!"

Jeanne hugged Lily tightly as they watched everyone happily cheer.

"Congratulations, Lily!" Jeanne's parents were now at her side, hugging her and shaking her hand. "You and Jeanne are now legal witches! We're so proud!"

Sirius and Remus walked over, clapping and whistling as each of them reached down to hug Lily and Jeanne tightly.

 "Our little babies are growing up." Sirius teased and Jeanne laughed.

"I can't believe it." Lily grinned. "We're done."

Jeanne looked at the tall castle that sat on the cliff. " I'm a bit sad."

Remus smiled and said, "We all were, but it's a new adventure."

Lily looked at him. "Yeah, a new adventure."

Suddenly, Sirius looked as if he had an epiphany. "Oh yeah, Lily!"

Remus' eyes lit up as well as if he had just remembered something. Remus gave a glance at Lily's parents who looked as if they were bursting with happiness, as well, and tapped Lily on the shoulder.

As if reading her mind, Remus said, " I do believe, that James is looking for you."

Lily's parents nodded urgently, still beaming as Lily looked confused.

"Why wasn't he here?" Lily asked, a bit hurt as she opened the clasp of her robe.

"Oh, he was. You just didn't see him." Sirius said impatiently.

Jeanne was staring at Sirius with a questioning glance and glancing back at Lily ever two seconds.

" Is he…." Jeanne asked softly, trying to mumble through her mouth.

" Lily, you should go find him now." Remus interrupted as he saw the Lily was trying to decode what they were saying.

"Where is he?" Lily looked around.

"Where he was last year." Remus and Sirius smiled as they parted, clearing Lily's view of the lake. There, sitting on the edge of the same rock, was James' lone figure, his back facing them.

Lily started walking immediately, not noticing the whispers from Jeanne, her parents, Sirius, Remus and Jeanne's parents. Walking briskly towards him, her robe flowing in the wind, Lily stopped in front of him, smiling. He looked exceptionally handsome in swirling black robes.

"Hey you." She said softly and then looked confused.

"Hey Lily," James smiled lovingly at her. He was holding the same muggle guitar that she had seen a year ago.

"What are you---"

"Shh," James shushed Lily and began to gently pluck at strands on the guitar. Finally finding the right tune, he strummed soothingly and cleared his throat. He slowly got up from his rock, still strumming and humming along with the guitar.

Lily stared at him. James smiled reassuringly and began to sing.

I wanna make you smile, 
whenever you're sad.
Carry you around when your arthritis is bad.
Oh, all i wanna do, is grow old with you. 
 
Lily sucked in her breath, remembering the first time that she and James had met. 
"Who are you and what in the bloody hell are you doing here?!"
I'll get your medicine when your tummy aches,
Build you a fire when the furnace breaks.
Oh, it could be so nice, growin' old with you.
 
James walked around her, singing in his lovely smooth voice, which Lily, surprisingly, had forgotten. Lily had tears in her eyes. She was breathing deeply, her heart pounding excitedly and trying to find the meaning of this. Lily considered the time when James had took her surfing.
" That's it, now stand up. You've got it! Now—don't fall in!!!!"
 
I'll miss you, kiss you,
Give you my coat when you are cold,
need you, feed you.
I'll even let you hold the remote control.
 
Lily reminisced the time when she was just so hurt and angry from her parent's scolding. She had run out in the rain, pounding out all her anger as James chased her outside, finally calming her and putting his strong arms around her while they were still in the ocean. James' arms around her…
"Shhh, don't speak, Lily. Just cry. Cry on me."
So let me do the dishes in our kitchen sink,
put you to bed when you've had too much to drink.   
 
James coughed and smirked at Lily, interrupting with a hasty voice, "Censored."  
He continued.
Oh I could be the man who grows old with you.

                                                                                                                                           I wanna grow old with you...

At this point in time, James put down the guitar, carefully laying it in the grass and walked up to Lily. She was staring at him, her eyes full of emotions exploding like fireworks. He looked into her vibrant emerald eyes and took her hands.

She was still staring at him. Quite incredulously if anyone cared for his opinion.

100 feet away, Sirius and Remus were silently cheering on their best friend as Lily's parents were positively beaming in happiness. Jeanne was practically melting in a puddle because what James was doing was so sweet and her parents were musing about how acceptable James was.

"Lily Evans." James began softly, his eyes gazed intently into Lily's.

"Lily Evans. Before I met you, I was hesitant with….girls." James chuckled nervously. "I actually found myself opening up to you, even though I promised myself that I wouldn't. I find myself wondering about you, worrying about you, and most importantly of all; loving you."

 James' voice cracked a bit because he was so nervous.

Lily's eyes teared up even more, making her eyes like a dam; it was about to overflow with water. The sunlight hit her eyes, making them sparkle like cold diamonds.

"Lily Evans. I love you. I've been waiting to say that and it's coming out because I can't hold it back anymore." James slowly knelt down on one knee and Lily couldn't stand it anymore. Her lips twitched as her eyes overflowed with happiness, the tears glittering in the gentle sun. He still held her hand.

"Lily Evans, will you marry me?"

Lily was crying softly as he carefully took out from his pocket a velvet red box. Inside was the most delicate gold ring she had ever seen. The beautifully cut diamond burst into spectacular rays of light as James gently took it out from its pocket. If Lily was staring at his hands, she would have noticed that they were shaking slightly.

"Lily?" James hesitated a bit, half wondering if Lily crying was a good or bad thing.

"James.." She blinked, wiping away tears. " James Potter. Yes. Yes!" She threw her arms around him as his heart swelled in happiness. The emptiness that his heart had held captive vanished as he kissed her on both cheeks, embracing her fully, and wiping away the tears on her cheeks as she laughed into his shoulder.

"I didn't know if you felt the same way!" Lily's heart was pounding dramatically, the blood rushing to her cheeks. It had been so long. So long. That cave in her heart closed up and disappeared. James had mended it with his love.

James chuckled and carefully slid the ring onto Lily's finger. " I love you Lily Potter."

Lily sniffed, and smiled at him, keeping her arms around his neck while admiring the ring as well.

 "And I love you James Potter."

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2 years later—after the engagement. (James is now 20)

Lily walked smoothly on the ivory carpet with gold trim. Her long white dress trailed elegantly behind her as Jeanne held her extensive sheer train. Wrapped up in silk fabric, Lily and James' mother had found the purest white cloth, ordered all the way from China and brought in a tailor to enfold her in it. Now she was gliding along, standing daintily in pearls and a sheer veil covering her face, but not hiding her beautiful emerald eyes.

The off the shoulder style was one that Mrs. Potter had designed with a few helping hints from Mrs. Evans and the tailor who seemed happy to be honored with such a dress.

It started out quite tight on the top, with a gold-lined embossed baroque bodice that flared out dramatically.  Pools and pools and yards and yards of silk flowed out all around her, making Lily feel like a queen. They had even ordered a glistening tiara to match the lacy edges of the veil, covering Lily's beautiful face.

The organ pipes grandly sounded as Jeanne's quiet footsteps shuffled behind her. In front of her, she could see James standing tall, and handsome in a black suit. His dark hair was still as untidy as ever, and his shining round glasses couldn't even hide the happiness in his eyes. He was smiling shyly at her, hands clasped in  satin white gloves while Sirius was standing beside him with Remus beside him, in black suits as well, beaming. Positively beaming.

Lily clutched her bouquet of white roses a little tighter and kept a firmer grip on her father's arm. Out of the corner of her eye, she could see her mother and Mrs. Potter—her mother in law—crying, and dabbing at their eyes. Mr. Evans soon joined Mr. Potter on the side, shaking hands with each other, joyfully.

The minister---none other than Albus Dumbledore--- raised his wand to produce a glowing golden rope that slid around James and Lily's tightly clasped hands. Lily smiled at James, breathing deeply while James stared back at her, mirroring her magnificent smile.

"---Lily Evans, now  Lily Potter---"

"I do." Lily clearly replied, trying to keep her voice steady.

"---Son of Harold Potter, James Potter---"

"I do." James' deep voice rang out, sounding completely confident. (Even inside he was shaking.)

"…joined today…holy matrimony….Witch and Wizard….forever." Dumbledore raised his wand as the golden rope burst into light.

"You may now kiss the bride."

Lily's breathing quickened and so did James. Here was the moment. This was the moment that both of them had been waiting for, saving for. Both had untouched lips, both willing to give each other the greatest (ok…besides something else) gift that each other had prided themselves in and saved for that special person. And here, was the happiest moment that both lovers could possibly have imagined; Lily and James had found each other at last.

Slowly, James lifted up the veil and brought his hands up to Lily's face. Tilting her head upwards towards his, he leaned down.

Lily looked up at him for a split second before she slowly closed her eyes. James closed his eyes.

As James face got closer and closer to Lily's, their lips brushed, and touched. A million sparks exploding right between them as the world before them disappeared, leaving the two lovers in their secure portal of bliss.

Without even realizing it, James deepened the kiss, trying to captivate the full sweetness of Lily. It was beautiful. It was vivacious. It was life. The chemistry exploded behind their closed eyes as James cupped Lily's beautiful face that would be his and only his.

The kiss ended as everyone stood up, cheering and clapping and Sirius clasped James on the shoulder, positively speechless. Remus hugged Lily and congratulated her heartily. Jeanne, sniffling and trying not to let her makeup run, hugged Lily so tight, Lily feared suffocating. Sirius also gave Lily an embrace of congratulations, teasing her to be good to James.

Lily grinned as James swept her up into his arms.

"It was worth waiting for you, my Lily." He said softly, brushing his lips against hers again.

"Be glad," Lily whispered against his lips. " I saved you my first kiss."

"And you, mine. Always."

"I love you, James Potter."

"And I love you Lily Potter, always. Forever."

Finito!!!!

A/N: awww…….the end^^ How'd you like it? Sooo fluffy^^ gahhh….i wish there was actually a guy like that to come and sweep me off my feet. Hehe. Anyways, I hope you enjoyed the adventure^^ I'll be trying to write more canon—realistic to the book so keep watch :P. thanks for reviewing!!!

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