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MIRAI CLONE: *holding back his mate* Lils, calm down.
LILY: *growling her mate* Calm down?! CALM DOWN?! He called me a doofus! I'll kill him, I'll rip him apart! I'll tear him to pieces! I'll rip out his arma nd beat him with it! I'll-
MIRAI CLONE: *sweatdrops* Lily, calm down. Take a deep breath, and tell me what happened.
LILY: *takes a deep breath, pauses, then tries to lunge at Jamjar Fairy again* Let me go! I mean it Mirai! Let me go this second! Come on, please? I just wanna hurt him a little, maybe even cripple him a little? Please sweetie?
MIRAI CLONE: You can't go around hurting people just because they make you mad. Now tell me what happened. Calmly sweetie.
LILY: *sighs deeply* Ok, ok, fina. Alright, you know that new Harry Potter story I've been writing? Well, he's been being really mean to me about it. I mean, you know my computer doesn't have a spell checker so of *course* there is gonna be some errors, but still! And also, you know that whole apparting thing? Well, if you *REALLY* pay attention, no one's *actually* doing in into or out of Hogwarts itself. They all leave to go outside. I know that rule, I *did* read all four books. As for that whole James coming back to life, well.....why can't I? Everyone one else twists the rules, that's how a fanfiction works, right? It can be *anything* you want!
MIRAI CLONE: So, basically, he's been critizing your writing?
LILY: *nodding her head*
MIRAI CLONE: I see. Well, Lils, there's nothing to worry about then. Remember what JerseyPike said to you? ~To be criticized means you must be doing something worthy~
LILY: *blinks* You're right. Thanks Mirai! Alright then, you know what? I think I'm ready to start the next chapter! OK, then the disclaimer, I don't own the characters of Harry Potter. I still own my clones, my own mate Mirai Trunks *points to her mate who just sweatdrops but doesn't say anything*, Mystic Gohan, Gambit from X-men Evolution, Neil from the Final Fantasy Movie, Kou Leifoh from the Bouncer for the PS2 game, and my newest clone, Inuyasha, my Demi-Demon Doggie! *gives Inuyasha Clone a bonecushing hug* They're all mine, except for Gohan, he's my best friend's mate. So now on with the story.
MIRAI CLONE: *sighing deeply as he mutters under his breath* Why are all onna so emotional about their hobbies?
LILY: Excuse me? What was that my dear mate?
MIRAI CLONE: *blinks* Nothing. Nothing at all. Hey, look, the readers are waiting for you to start, Lils.
LILY: *muttering under her breath* I'll deal with you once I'm sure there are no witnesses around. *smiling cheerily at the readers as her mate pales in the background* Ok, then. Here you go, folks. Enjoy! Oh, and about that Lily thing, cause I know a few of you are wondering why Dumbledore didn't bring her back as well, it's cause it's too dangerous. He will once Voldie is dead, I promise. So anyway, here it is, the first DADA class of the year! *laughs diabolically*
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OUT OF THE ASHES
Chapter 7
After the feast, the students quickly filed out of the Great Hall and up to their dormitories to gather their school supplies. They had only a few minutes to spare before their classes were to begin, and the entire school was already buzzing over the news of the new DADA professors.
"Bloody hell, Harry! To think that your Dad is one of the teachers! You must be loving this, I dare say!" Fred said as he and George walked into the Gryffindor common room right after Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Ginny.
"I already knew about it, actually. I met him last night." Harry explained.
"Really? Wow. Well, tell us! What's he like, then? I'll bet he's gonna be a great teacher, and a pretty cool one at that too!" George cried.
"Yeah, I'd say! But there's something I'm itching to know, Harry! Why did they have those nicknames?" Fred asked as Geroge suddenly interupted Harry before he could answer.
"Yeah! Moony, Padfoot, and Prongs right? Those are the names on the Marauders' Map we gave you, remember? You still have it don't you? So tell us, why do they have the same names? Do they actually *know* the wizards who created the map?" George asked as Harry looked at the twins.
"Well, actually, it was them. My Dad, Sirius, and Remus were the Marauders when they were in Hogwarts themselves." Harry said as the twins' eyes widened considerably.
"You mean to tell us that the greatest prankers in the *history* of Hogwarts are going to be teaching our classes this year?!" George cried.
"And you know them *personally*?! Can you get us an autograph Harry? Please? I can't believe it! It's amazing! And to think, you're the son of one of the greatest pranksters-" Fred began before Ron clamped a hand over his older brother's mouth.
"Guys, we get it. Come on. We're gonna be late!" Ron said.
"And we have Defense Against the Dark Arts first too." Hermione said with a smile.
"Bloody hell! This is too good to be true. Somebody pinch me!" Fred said before swatting George's hand away before he could do so.
"Come on, I don't want to be late!" Harry said, gathering his books, and heading towards the the Fat Lady's portrait.
"This is going to be wonderfully delightful, Harry. Wait until your father finds out about your Patronous too!" Hermione said as Harry smiled.
"You really think he'll be proud of it?" Harry asked as Ron looked at him in shock.
"Harry, he'll be honored! Come on, his animagus form as your Patronous? You really had any doubts?" Ron asked as the twins and Ginny looked at the three oddly.
"Wait a minute. What are you talking about Ron? Who's an animagus?" George asked as Ron smiled weakly at Harry in apology.
"Forget about it, Ron. As long as they don't tell anyone else, I don't see the problem. Yeah, that's the reason for the nicknames as a matter of fact. See, my dad can turn into a stag, hense the name Prongs, my godfather Sirius can turn into a black dog, which is where Padfoot comes from and well.....Professor Lupin is a werewolf. So.....well that's why he's called Moony." Harry said nervously, wondering how they would react to finding out their professor was a werewolf.
"A werewolf? Really? Awesome! Wait, does Dumbledore know?" Fred asked as Harry nodded.
"Yes, he does. And Professor Lupin doesn't transform anymore thanks to the Wolfsbane potion, just so you know." Harry said.
"That's cool though. At least now we understand the nicknames right, George? But hey, what about that last one? What was the name?" Fred asked looking at George.
"Um......I think it was......Worm.....or something like that. Worm.......Worm Ring? Worming? Worm-" George said as Harry frowned.
"Wormtail." Harry said.
"Yeah, that's it!" Fred cried.
"Forget about him. Wormtail was Peter. He was able to turn into a rat, most fitting. You guys remember Scabbers? Well, that was him. Blasted rodent!" Ron said.
"You mean that rat we gave to you?" George asked as Ron nodded.
"Yeah. Look, we're here. Let's forget about the rat and just enjoy our first DADA class of the year? Should be entertaining to say the least." Hermione said as the others all looked at her strangely.
"Come on, don't look at me like that. You know I'm right. Besides, we have class with the Slytherins." Hermione said with a smile.
"Since when do you *enjoy* having a class with those snakes in the grass?" Ron asked.
"Since the Marauders are the professors and dislike them more than we do." Hermione said.
"This *is* gonna be fun!" Ron cried, stepping into the room as Hermione sighed deeply, a smile on her face before following him into the room. Harry, George, Fred, and Ginny followed right after, Harry chuckling softly behind his friends.
James, Sirius, and Remus smiled at the last of the Gryffindors as they made their way to their seats. Harry noticed quiet happily how the Slytherins were sulking darkly in the back, glaring at the trio of professors occasionally.
James, Sirius, and Remus sat behind a long counter, Remus shuffling through the papers on the table infront of him as James and Sirius were each lounging back in their chairs, their arms folded behind their necks as they looked at the class, identical mischievous smirks on their faces. Remus happened to lookup and noticed that everyone was finally seated and looked over to his two companions questionably.
"Well?" Remus asked as Sirius raised an eyebrow.
"Well what, Moony?" Sirius asked as Remus sighed and gestured to the class with a motion of his head before speaking again.
"Well, we're supposed to start, you know. Either of you wanna say anything to them before we start?" Remus asked as James and Sirius looked at each other, then looked back and Remus.
"Nope." James said with a grin.
"Really? Nothing at all? Wait a minute? Why not? I'm not going to be the only one teaching this class you know! What do you two plan on doing?" Remus asked as Sirius and James's smirks widened, and Remus stared at the two for a second.
"No, don't even think about it. You remember what Dumbledore said! You can't play anymore jokes or pranks on Snape again." Remus said as James smiled at him.
"That never stopped us before, remember Moony?" James asked as Remus sighed deeply as he rose to his feet.
"There's no hope for you two. Fine, just as long as you keep *me* out of it, which I very much *doubt* you will, by the way." Remus said, before looked at the class.
"Well, um.....hello, students. I'm sure many of you will remember me from two years prior when I taught this class. For those of you who don't, you may call me Professor Lupin. The two behind me are Professor Potter and Professor Black, as I'm sure you're all quiet aware of. I must also apologize in advance for any antics my fellow Marauders may demonstrate this year. Please, don't try to attempt *any* of *anything* they may do this year, unless it is in this room and has to do the class." Remus said with a smile.
"Well, before we actually start a class, I think perhaps Professor Potter and Professor Black should say a few words. Prongs, Padfoot, if you would?" Remus asked, sitting back down as James and Sirius looked at each other, before Sirius leaned forward out of his chair.
"I'll go first." Sirius said, rising to his feet.
The rest of the room went silent as he stood to his full height, surveying the room carefully and eyeing every last student. He looked from the left of the room carefully, scanned over to the right of the room, before throwing his arms forward and letting out a loud cry, effectively making the entire room, excluding Harry, Ron, and Hermione, jump in fright, some actually letting out a shriek. Sirius settled back down chuckling to himself as Harry and the others tried to bite back a laugh.
"Sorry, couldn't help myself. You all looked so tense." Sirius said with a laugh as he sat back down in his seat. James raised an eyebrow at his best friend.
"You're an idiot, you know that?" James asked as Sirius thought for a second, then vigourously nodded his head up and down.
"Anyway, forgive the 'ol mutt, if you would. He's a little off." James said with a chuckle as he rose to his feet.
"And he never actually *said* anything to them either, I noticed." Remus said with a smile.
"Ah, words aren't important anyway." Sirius said with a grin.
"Anyway, forget about Padfoot here, he's all bark, no bite." James said with a smile looking at the class.
"Well, first I suppose I should say hello to you all. And by now, you can guess that my name is James Potter, and yes, I know. I'm supposed to be dead. But that just wasn't working for me." James said with a chuckle.
"You will notice this year that we do things differently than some *other* professors, we will grade you on your performance and your attitude with the class." James began.
"Unless you're in Slytherin. Tough luck to you." Sirius said with a grin as the Slytherins all glared at him. With a frown he jumped to his feet.
"Ok, that does it! No glaring at the teacher and since *I* happen to be the teacher, ten points from Slytherin!" Sirius said, before sitting back down and laughing to himself as James shook his head.
"Anyway, I think we'll work on whatever Moony left off with when he was teaching the class. Which was?" James asked, looking over at Remus, who smiled at James, before looking directly as Harry with an equal smile on his face.
"Ask your son." Remus asked as James turned back around.
"Well, Harry?" James asked as Harry smiled at his father.
"I think Professor Lupin in referring to the Patronous Charm, Da- Professor Potter." Harry said as Remus nodded.
"Very good, Harry. Ten points to Gryffindor." Remus said.
"Patronous? You were teaching them that? Really?" Sirius asked as Remus nodded.
"Yes, I was. What with all the dementors and all, I mean. Actually, as I recall, Harry was the only one who could actually perform the spell perfectly." Remus said as the other two looked at the boy, along with the rest of the class.
"Well then. Let's see it Harry." James said.
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MIRAI CLONE: *holding back his mate* Lils, calm down.
LILY: *growling her mate* Calm down?! CALM DOWN?! He called me a doofus! I'll kill him, I'll rip him apart! I'll tear him to pieces! I'll rip out his arma nd beat him with it! I'll-
MIRAI CLONE: *sweatdrops* Lily, calm down. Take a deep breath, and tell me what happened.
LILY: *takes a deep breath, pauses, then tries to lunge at Jamjar Fairy again* Let me go! I mean it Mirai! Let me go this second! Come on, please? I just wanna hurt him a little, maybe even cripple him a little? Please sweetie?
MIRAI CLONE: You can't go around hurting people just because they make you mad. Now tell me what happened. Calmly sweetie.
LILY: *sighs deeply* Ok, ok, fina. Alright, you know that new Harry Potter story I've been writing? Well, he's been being really mean to me about it. I mean, you know my computer doesn't have a spell checker so of *course* there is gonna be some errors, but still! And also, you know that whole apparting thing? Well, if you *REALLY* pay attention, no one's *actually* doing in into or out of Hogwarts itself. They all leave to go outside. I know that rule, I *did* read all four books. As for that whole James coming back to life, well.....why can't I? Everyone one else twists the rules, that's how a fanfiction works, right? It can be *anything* you want!
MIRAI CLONE: So, basically, he's been critizing your writing?
LILY: *nodding her head*
MIRAI CLONE: I see. Well, Lils, there's nothing to worry about then. Remember what JerseyPike said to you? ~To be criticized means you must be doing something worthy~
LILY: *blinks* You're right. Thanks Mirai! Alright then, you know what? I think I'm ready to start the next chapter! OK, then the disclaimer, I don't own the characters of Harry Potter. I still own my clones, my own mate Mirai Trunks *points to her mate who just sweatdrops but doesn't say anything*, Mystic Gohan, Gambit from X-men Evolution, Neil from the Final Fantasy Movie, Kou Leifoh from the Bouncer for the PS2 game, and my newest clone, Inuyasha, my Demi-Demon Doggie! *gives Inuyasha Clone a bonecushing hug* They're all mine, except for Gohan, he's my best friend's mate. So now on with the story.
MIRAI CLONE: *sighing deeply as he mutters under his breath* Why are all onna so emotional about their hobbies?
LILY: Excuse me? What was that my dear mate?
MIRAI CLONE: *blinks* Nothing. Nothing at all. Hey, look, the readers are waiting for you to start, Lils.
LILY: *muttering under her breath* I'll deal with you once I'm sure there are no witnesses around. *smiling cheerily at the readers as her mate pales in the background* Ok, then. Here you go, folks. Enjoy! Oh, and about that Lily thing, cause I know a few of you are wondering why Dumbledore didn't bring her back as well, it's cause it's too dangerous. He will once Voldie is dead, I promise. So anyway, here it is, the first DADA class of the year! *laughs diabolically*
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OUT OF THE ASHES
Chapter 7
After the feast, the students quickly filed out of the Great Hall and up to their dormitories to gather their school supplies. They had only a few minutes to spare before their classes were to begin, and the entire school was already buzzing over the news of the new DADA professors.
"Bloody hell, Harry! To think that your Dad is one of the teachers! You must be loving this, I dare say!" Fred said as he and George walked into the Gryffindor common room right after Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Ginny.
"I already knew about it, actually. I met him last night." Harry explained.
"Really? Wow. Well, tell us! What's he like, then? I'll bet he's gonna be a great teacher, and a pretty cool one at that too!" George cried.
"Yeah, I'd say! But there's something I'm itching to know, Harry! Why did they have those nicknames?" Fred asked as Geroge suddenly interupted Harry before he could answer.
"Yeah! Moony, Padfoot, and Prongs right? Those are the names on the Marauders' Map we gave you, remember? You still have it don't you? So tell us, why do they have the same names? Do they actually *know* the wizards who created the map?" George asked as Harry looked at the twins.
"Well, actually, it was them. My Dad, Sirius, and Remus were the Marauders when they were in Hogwarts themselves." Harry said as the twins' eyes widened considerably.
"You mean to tell us that the greatest prankers in the *history* of Hogwarts are going to be teaching our classes this year?!" George cried.
"And you know them *personally*?! Can you get us an autograph Harry? Please? I can't believe it! It's amazing! And to think, you're the son of one of the greatest pranksters-" Fred began before Ron clamped a hand over his older brother's mouth.
"Guys, we get it. Come on. We're gonna be late!" Ron said.
"And we have Defense Against the Dark Arts first too." Hermione said with a smile.
"Bloody hell! This is too good to be true. Somebody pinch me!" Fred said before swatting George's hand away before he could do so.
"Come on, I don't want to be late!" Harry said, gathering his books, and heading towards the the Fat Lady's portrait.
"This is going to be wonderfully delightful, Harry. Wait until your father finds out about your Patronous too!" Hermione said as Harry smiled.
"You really think he'll be proud of it?" Harry asked as Ron looked at him in shock.
"Harry, he'll be honored! Come on, his animagus form as your Patronous? You really had any doubts?" Ron asked as the twins and Ginny looked at the three oddly.
"Wait a minute. What are you talking about Ron? Who's an animagus?" George asked as Ron smiled weakly at Harry in apology.
"Forget about it, Ron. As long as they don't tell anyone else, I don't see the problem. Yeah, that's the reason for the nicknames as a matter of fact. See, my dad can turn into a stag, hense the name Prongs, my godfather Sirius can turn into a black dog, which is where Padfoot comes from and well.....Professor Lupin is a werewolf. So.....well that's why he's called Moony." Harry said nervously, wondering how they would react to finding out their professor was a werewolf.
"A werewolf? Really? Awesome! Wait, does Dumbledore know?" Fred asked as Harry nodded.
"Yes, he does. And Professor Lupin doesn't transform anymore thanks to the Wolfsbane potion, just so you know." Harry said.
"That's cool though. At least now we understand the nicknames right, George? But hey, what about that last one? What was the name?" Fred asked looking at George.
"Um......I think it was......Worm.....or something like that. Worm.......Worm Ring? Worming? Worm-" George said as Harry frowned.
"Wormtail." Harry said.
"Yeah, that's it!" Fred cried.
"Forget about him. Wormtail was Peter. He was able to turn into a rat, most fitting. You guys remember Scabbers? Well, that was him. Blasted rodent!" Ron said.
"You mean that rat we gave to you?" George asked as Ron nodded.
"Yeah. Look, we're here. Let's forget about the rat and just enjoy our first DADA class of the year? Should be entertaining to say the least." Hermione said as the others all looked at her strangely.
"Come on, don't look at me like that. You know I'm right. Besides, we have class with the Slytherins." Hermione said with a smile.
"Since when do you *enjoy* having a class with those snakes in the grass?" Ron asked.
"Since the Marauders are the professors and dislike them more than we do." Hermione said.
"This *is* gonna be fun!" Ron cried, stepping into the room as Hermione sighed deeply, a smile on her face before following him into the room. Harry, George, Fred, and Ginny followed right after, Harry chuckling softly behind his friends.
James, Sirius, and Remus smiled at the last of the Gryffindors as they made their way to their seats. Harry noticed quiet happily how the Slytherins were sulking darkly in the back, glaring at the trio of professors occasionally.
James, Sirius, and Remus sat behind a long counter, Remus shuffling through the papers on the table infront of him as James and Sirius were each lounging back in their chairs, their arms folded behind their necks as they looked at the class, identical mischievous smirks on their faces. Remus happened to lookup and noticed that everyone was finally seated and looked over to his two companions questionably.
"Well?" Remus asked as Sirius raised an eyebrow.
"Well what, Moony?" Sirius asked as Remus sighed and gestured to the class with a motion of his head before speaking again.
"Well, we're supposed to start, you know. Either of you wanna say anything to them before we start?" Remus asked as James and Sirius looked at each other, then looked back and Remus.
"Nope." James said with a grin.
"Really? Nothing at all? Wait a minute? Why not? I'm not going to be the only one teaching this class you know! What do you two plan on doing?" Remus asked as Sirius and James's smirks widened, and Remus stared at the two for a second.
"No, don't even think about it. You remember what Dumbledore said! You can't play anymore jokes or pranks on Snape again." Remus said as James smiled at him.
"That never stopped us before, remember Moony?" James asked as Remus sighed deeply as he rose to his feet.
"There's no hope for you two. Fine, just as long as you keep *me* out of it, which I very much *doubt* you will, by the way." Remus said, before looked at the class.
"Well, um.....hello, students. I'm sure many of you will remember me from two years prior when I taught this class. For those of you who don't, you may call me Professor Lupin. The two behind me are Professor Potter and Professor Black, as I'm sure you're all quiet aware of. I must also apologize in advance for any antics my fellow Marauders may demonstrate this year. Please, don't try to attempt *any* of *anything* they may do this year, unless it is in this room and has to do the class." Remus said with a smile.
"Well, before we actually start a class, I think perhaps Professor Potter and Professor Black should say a few words. Prongs, Padfoot, if you would?" Remus asked, sitting back down as James and Sirius looked at each other, before Sirius leaned forward out of his chair.
"I'll go first." Sirius said, rising to his feet.
The rest of the room went silent as he stood to his full height, surveying the room carefully and eyeing every last student. He looked from the left of the room carefully, scanned over to the right of the room, before throwing his arms forward and letting out a loud cry, effectively making the entire room, excluding Harry, Ron, and Hermione, jump in fright, some actually letting out a shriek. Sirius settled back down chuckling to himself as Harry and the others tried to bite back a laugh.
"Sorry, couldn't help myself. You all looked so tense." Sirius said with a laugh as he sat back down in his seat. James raised an eyebrow at his best friend.
"You're an idiot, you know that?" James asked as Sirius thought for a second, then vigourously nodded his head up and down.
"Anyway, forgive the 'ol mutt, if you would. He's a little off." James said with a chuckle as he rose to his feet.
"And he never actually *said* anything to them either, I noticed." Remus said with a smile.
"Ah, words aren't important anyway." Sirius said with a grin.
"Anyway, forget about Padfoot here, he's all bark, no bite." James said with a smile looking at the class.
"Well, first I suppose I should say hello to you all. And by now, you can guess that my name is James Potter, and yes, I know. I'm supposed to be dead. But that just wasn't working for me." James said with a chuckle.
"You will notice this year that we do things differently than some *other* professors, we will grade you on your performance and your attitude with the class." James began.
"Unless you're in Slytherin. Tough luck to you." Sirius said with a grin as the Slytherins all glared at him. With a frown he jumped to his feet.
"Ok, that does it! No glaring at the teacher and since *I* happen to be the teacher, ten points from Slytherin!" Sirius said, before sitting back down and laughing to himself as James shook his head.
"Anyway, I think we'll work on whatever Moony left off with when he was teaching the class. Which was?" James asked, looking over at Remus, who smiled at James, before looking directly as Harry with an equal smile on his face.
"Ask your son." Remus asked as James turned back around.
"Well, Harry?" James asked as Harry smiled at his father.
"I think Professor Lupin in referring to the Patronous Charm, Da- Professor Potter." Harry said as Remus nodded.
"Very good, Harry. Ten points to Gryffindor." Remus said.
"Patronous? You were teaching them that? Really?" Sirius asked as Remus nodded.
"Yes, I was. What with all the dementors and all, I mean. Actually, as I recall, Harry was the only one who could actually perform the spell perfectly." Remus said as the other two looked at the boy, along with the rest of the class.
"Well then. Let's see it Harry." James said.
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