Disclaimer: I do not own, James, lily, remus, Sirius, peter, professor dippet, its all jk rowling's!"
(A/N: This is just a quick fic, ill only continue if I get some reviews. Oh well, to the story! )
Lily Evans was sitting on the compartment seat of the Hogwarts Express. Seated between her two best friends, she, Emma and Dawn were chatting excitedly about the new term. The train swayed back and forth gently, and at the moment Lily was at peace with the world. She wondered faintly if she really would be named headgirl. She was after all, in her seventh and final year at Hogwarts, making her eligible for the position. Absentmindedly she pushed a loose strand of red-gold hair out of her eyes and smiled, before falling into a peaceful sleep. Suddenly the train gave a huge lurch and she was thrown across the train and into none other than James potter's arms, the most popular boy in school. When her bright emerald eyes met his soft brown ones, she quickly looked away, her cheeks felt like they were on fire. But Lily couldn't help but think how handsome he was.
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Nearly 6'2" and with a sturdy muscular build from all those years of Quidditch, James Potter was no pushover. He had quite a temper, that flaired up easily and he was the leader of the mauraders. Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew and of course James were quite the trouble makers. James and Sirius were adored by most of the female population at Hogwarts, but quiet Remus never got much attention, mainly because he didn't really want it.
"I'm sorry." Lily mumbled, steadying herself and returning to her seat.
James looked after her, hoping she was alright and wishing she was back in his arms. "It's alright." He said softly, but she never heard him.
"James, my boy! Just who I was looking for!" said Sirius, clapping a still speechless James on the back.
"Who's that?" said James, pointing to a flash of red hair at the end of the corridor.
"Who? Oh, that's Lily Evans. Why?" said Sirius suspiciously, eyeing his friend.
"She just fell right into Jamsie's arms." Interrupted Remus, smiling. "I saw the whole thing."
"What James, do you like her?"
James felt his face go red so he tried to turn away.
"A Potter blushing. No there's something you don't see every day." Sirius joked.
"So, do you like her?" Peter cut in, grinning.
"Hey, I didn't say that!" protested James.
His three friends gave him knowing looks and grinned. "Sure, Jamsie, sure."
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"Oh. My. God!" squealed Emma and Dawn when Lily returned. "Lils, did that like really, like, happen? Or was I dreaming?"
Lily blinked. It really had happened. Sitting down in her seat, Lily closed her eyes. She wanted to remember this moment forever. Emma and Dawn's squeals brought her back to reality.
"You must be so excited! So, are you two going to go out?"
"Um- I don't think so." Lily responded, sighing heavily. There was no way James would ever like her. Not with dozens of much more attractive girls swooning over him day and night. She'd always had a crush on James, but then again, who didn't? He'd never even noticed her until now. It was like she'd just been part of the scenery. She supposed this was her own fault, she was quite shy and she'd never been able to pluck up the courage to introduce herself. But this. This was a miracle! Feeling what it was like to be in his arms, even for only a few seconds. She couldn't help but wonder what it would be like to be held by James whenever she needed it. Lily's practical side kicked in. She shouldn't go thinking things that would never come true! She'd only disappoint herself. She gazed out the foggy window, lost in thoughts of James.
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The Hogwarts Express came to a creaking halt outside the station. The mauraders bounded off the train, eager to get out of the brewing storm. They climbed into a carriage and set off for the castle. The carriage swayed back and forth and the only sound was the pitter patter of the rain. Finally the huge castle swam into view, and James couldn't help but grin. Home Sweet Home. They entered the great hall in a sea of students and James plopped down next to Sirius at the Gryffindor table. To his surprise and delight, the mysterious redhead was beside him.
"Hello. I don't think we've been properly introduced. I'm James Potter." He said, extending his hand and wondering why he'd never noticed this girl before the train ride.
She looked at him, blushing profusely but shook his hand all the same.
"I'm Lily. Lily Evans." She stuttered, blushing harder. She smiled weakly and dropped her gaze to her dinner plate.
"Er-" said James, looking around for a topic. His eyes fell on the stormy ceiling above their heads.
"It's nasty out there, eh?" Great, he thought. Here he was talking about the weather, some impression that was going to make. He felt his own cheeks get hot. She raised an eyebrow, but didn't respond. After all the food had been properly cleared from the plates, Professor Dippet rose. But the headmaster's speech went in one ear and out the other. James found himself staring at Lily, who was actually paying attention. A few loose strands of red-gold hair framed her porcelain face. Her searching emerald eyes were reproachful and she looked utterly depressed. He decided there and then that before the year was out, he'd have a smile on that lovely face. He was awoken out of his daydreams by Sirius.
"James,James!" Sirius whispered urgently, punching his shoulder lightly.
"Congradulations!"
"On what?"
"You're headboy!"
"Wha-" he started but Sirius pushed him into the aisle.
Puzzled he made his way to the front of the hall, where Professor Dippet stood, beaming at him.
"Who's?" he began. But before he could get the question out, it was answered. The lovely redhead he'd been dreaming about. Lily!
She was standing next to him now, a shy smile on her face, but the smile did not extend to her green eyes. They looked as if they were about to brim over with tears. He wanted to hold her, to comfort her, and wipe her tears away.
Sadly, he didn't think she even liked him. She seemed different than any other girl he'd ever dated. How would he go about getting her to fall in love with him?
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