Spell and Sparks ~ A James and Lily Story

By Silken Rose

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Chapter 4: An Oath of Mischief

"It isn't that bad, "said James sympathetically."If you look at it from this angle, you can't even tell its-its--"

At this point, he couldn't hold it much longer, and dissolved into laughter, joined in by Sirius and Remus.

"It's not funny, you guys," whined Peter. His pale hair now had a murky, greenish look to it, as if he hadn't quite washed out all the shampoo from his last shower.

"Sorry, Peter. But did you see their faces? You are definitely in!" said James.

It was a little while later, after a Prefect had shouted for quiet and everyone had retired to their dorms.

"Isn't it our good luck that the teachers have already given us a name?" said Sirius brightly.

"You filthy marauders! Did you see McGonagall's face? I swear, it was turning purple."

"I quite like the sound of that," added Remus. "Minus the filthy, of course."

"Alright then. Marauders it is!"

"Now repeat after me." Began James.

"I solemnly swear, to be up to no good, to continue to make mischief and trouble, and to attempt to become the greatest pranksters this school has ever seen. I will be loyal to the Marauder's Oath and to each other until the end of time. We'll also be the role-models, not only as intelligent students, but as the most popular, handsome, rich, and sought-after among all the students." He paused. "Especially the girls. (Thinking of a certain one here?) Last of all, those dirty, sly, cheating, low-life-- "Uh, James we get the picture" --Slytherins will be our sworn enemies until--forever."

They repeated this gravely, then ruined the mood by hi-five-ing and slapping each other on the back.

"Now, I propose, for having the honor of being our first victim, that slime-ball who dared insult us, that greasy-haired, foul-mouthed, excuse for a--"

"Alright, alright," Remus cut in hastily. "Sirius has voted in Snape. Any objections?" They shook their heads.

"I have an idea," said James with a wicked glint in his eye...

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The next morning, the newly formed Marauders chose to sit next to Lily and Sarra during breakfast. Remus had suddenly come up with a twenty-four hour wizard flu, and had been gone from his bed when they woke up. He was expected to join them again around midday.

"Good morning, tiger. How are you today?" James asked Lily cheerfully.

"I was fine. Until you arrived."

"Ouch." said Sirius, grinning, though James seemed unperturbed by this less-than-welcome greeting. "Somebody got out of the wrong side of bed this morning. I must say though, Lily, Jamsie-rich-boy here, can be very patient in getting what he wants. Which he always does. Eventually."

"Stop rambling, Black, and just say what you want."

"I'm not ramb-"

James interrupted, flashing his most charming smile. "We were just wondering, whether you might be ever so nice as to remove the - er - spell you did last night..."

"No chance," Sarra said instantly.

"Thought so, " James said lightly. Lily's silence was frosty at best.

There was a silence, then-- "Hey did you see the notice about Quidditch? First year lessons are starting soon." said Sirius.

"Huh! Who needs lessons?" James said loftily.

"How cool who it be?" said Lily. "I've always dreamed of flying..."

"Are you telling me that you've never been on a broomstick?" James asked incredulously.

"Well, I was born a muggle, sorry. Didn't know it was such a crime."

"You've never flown before? Are you serious?"

"No, I am." said Sirius, grinning.

"Okay." James paused. "That was - seriously - old."

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Sorry for the short chapter. I honestly can't think of how to make the chapters longer. Also, any ideas would be very, very welcome. As always, review ^^ (maybe I'll try a threat…if I don't get at least um...8 reviews for this chapter, I won't update!!)