Title: Goodnight, Stars
Chapter: Head Boyfriend
Author: Cinnamon Sunrise
Rating: PG-13
Disclaimer: Don't sue me! This is for entertainment purposes only, I'm not JK Rowling!!! (isn't that a surprise?!)
A/N: This is basically a short, pointless chapter. But I had to get some things out there in prep for the next chapter…
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My entire family escorted me to the station that year, being that it was my final journey from the elusive platform 9 3/4. Though she acted completely appalled by the obvious presence of wizards, my "filth," in the station, I think Petunia was dying to get a peak of the Express. I was planning to stay at Hogwarts again for the holidays; I told them it was a Head Girl's duty. They were so proud of my appointment as Head Girl, and their approval of my schoolwork meant so much to me. I was so excited to reunite with Peter and Remus, who I hadn't seen for months, eager to get a hug from Sirius, and most of all, I was anxious to see James and his messy black hair. The train station was its normal busy self, and it was almost depressing to see the young first years there, beginning, ready to live the best years of their lives yet. Anxious mother's primped their children, trying to get them off on the right foot. I boarded the train, quickly attaching my new badge to my muggle shirt, and walking through the compartments.
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Lily Evans held her head high, walking casually yet quickly through the compartments, making her way up to were the prefects were stationed.
"Oh, and the Head Boy this year, isn't he completely adorable?" Lily heard a few third years talking and smiled to herself. Severus Snape certainly wasn't adorable, indeed quite the opposite, and Richard Harleton, the Ravenclaw Prefect, had the face only a mother could love. That left Remus and Amos, the Hufflepuff Prefect. Lily had passed Amos earlier, still wearing a prefect's badge. Remembering the sight made her grin. She sped up excitedly, ready to congratulate Remus. It wasn't likely that anyone except a prefect would be made Head Boy, and she was sure Remus could do the job well. It would be so much fun working with a friend, let alone someone as nice as Remus. The compartment the boys usually rode in was vacant, almost lonely looking. Lily wondered where James and the others could be, but didn't have time to sit and think. She was Head Girl; she had to be in the prefects section on time! Nearing the open door of the reserved compartment, Lily could hear shrieks of laughter. As Lily walked into the compartment, a pile of gold and ruby confetti fell onto her. She laughed, wiping her eyes to look around as she felt a pair of arms wrapped around her waist.
"Oh!" She exclaimed, looking to her left and seeing James' smiling face. "James!" She exclaimed, grinning back at him. Her smile suddenly turned to a frown, remembering the compartment rule. She was Head Girl, it was her duty to enforce the rules, not break them. She gently pulled him off of herself, sighing with disappointment of what she knew she had to say. "James, I'm so sorry, but you're really not allowed to be in here…" She said, looking around the room for Remus, who appeared to be late once again.
"Oh, my ickle Lily doesn't want me here?" He teasingly pouted. "Well then, I'll just be leaving." He said, shrugging and nearing the door. "`Cept," He started softly, yet making sure Lily heard every word, "Don't know when they changed the rules, always thought it was advised the Head Boy sit with the prefects-"
"Yes, that's the rule," Lily said, still wondering where Lupin was. "James, you haven't seen Remus, have you? He needs to lecture the Prefects soon; he really can't afford to be behind schedule this year-"
"Moony?!" James turned around, grinning. "You thought Moony was Head Boy?!"
"Well, yes, isn't he?" Lily looked confused. What the hell was James finding to be so funny about Remus' tardiness?
"You thought wrong, my dear. I'd thought you'd picked up on it, but no, unfortunately Remus was not made Head Boy." He said, walking towards her. Lily stood motionless, looking puzzled. James pulled open his cloak to reveal a muggle shirt, complete with an inscribed pin reading, "Head Boy." Lily gasped, her mouth dropping open.
"James!" She said, flinging her arms around him.
"So how about that celebration, eh?!" He whispered into her ear, his grasp around her tightening.
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When I entered the compartment, I was shocked to learn James was Head Boy. Very pleased, but shocked. We had to explain all of the responsibilities of being a Prefect to the new 5th years. I found it reasonably funny that Dumbledore chose James to explain responsibility to younger students, seeing as the entire school population knew James as a barmy around pranks. The train ride went smoothly, James and I taking full advantage of our private compartment and all of its amenities once we were done with the lectures.
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"-Any questions? Perfect! Prefects, you can now go back and sit with your mates." Lily said, smiling formally, the crowd of prefects disjoining in front of her. She stacked the pile of parchment that she had gone over with the students in her bag, sighing as she felt two familiar hands begin to rub her shoulders from behind. "James." She purred. It felt so good to be close to him again; just being near him made her heart jump. It was a typical teenage romance, clichéd and all.
"Come on, Lily; let's go check out our compartment." He took her hand and led her to the next compartment, marked with the words, "Head Boy and Girl Only." It was large and held very nice accommodations, including a full assortment of snacks and sweets. Lily sat on the exceptionally comfortable sofa, James following suit. He playfully pecked at her lips. Lily just relaxed and enjoyed being in his presence; it was nice to be going back home.
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There were sweets galore and the furniture was very comfortable. James and I weren't alone long before the boys found our room. It was fantastic to be able to be with everyone again.
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"James!" She laughed as he kissed her neck teasingly. She ruffled one hand through his hair; the other caressed his cheek, accidentally knocking his glasses off. He bent over to pick them up as the door swung open. Sirius, Remus, and Peter stood in the doorway, looking smug.
"I see the Head Boy and Girl are all ready getting into trouble." Sirius said, walking in and helping himself to a pumpkin pasty. "Although I know you wanted to bonk a bit before school starts, mate, we just don't see how it's fair that you two get this room to all to your pretty little selves. Speaking of, Evans, you are looking quite nice today." Sirius winked, causing Lily to chuckle. "Anyways, we thought we'd join you in this little suite you've got her. Not on the snogging, mind you, just the food." Everybody laughed, even Lily, although her cheeks were most certainly flushed red.
"Eh, hem," James cleared his throat, "boys, I'm so sorry, but you're really not allowed to be in here-" James said in a feminine voice, a perfect imitation of Lily. Lily gasped looked at James in mock umbrage, giving him a good-humored slap on the arm.
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The boys told me all of their summer adventures, and misadventures, while we snacked on the sweets provided in the compartment. The train ride seemed much shorter that year, and before long we were had arrived, once again, at Hogwarts. James and I were asked to supervise the unloading of the train, but it was no matter to the other boys. Remus went off with the other Prefects, although being given a lot of tosh for being the 7th year Gryffindor Prefect yet not Head Boy. Outrageous, if you ask me. They were all Prefects, too, and James had been picked above them as well. Severus Snape had pure hatred for James, even more so than the others, so I wouldn't be surprised if it was him who lashed out in jealousy towards James on poor Remus. Remus got pretty hacked off about the ordeal, but I know he was nothing but happy that James was Head Boy. Sirius and Peter ran off, they had some "business" to attend to; no doubt another prank up their sleeves. Or better put, up Sirius' sleeve. Peter usually just went along for the show, tagging along and volunteering for the dirty work. Oh well. Last chance for pulling a trick on the first day, guess that's how I figured. The students were sorted and seated before no time, and it was time for Dumbledore's surprise announcement. Shocking, really. A dance was to be held at Hogwarts. It sounded completely absurd; it was very rare for a dance to take place at Hogwarts, outside of the traditional Yule Ball at Triwizard Tournaments. Not that those have even taken place for very many years. The dance was being held on Halloween night, for all students grade 3 and up to enjoy. There was, of course, going to be the usual feast for those that were not of age or did not wish to attend the dance. Dress robes, which could be purchased through O.W.L. order or in Hogsmede, were to be worn. We were to bring dates if we desired, which was one aspect I wasn't worried about. James and I were pretty much expected to go with each other anyway, being Head Boy and Girl, so our relationship would only add more to the auxiliary of attendance with each other. Anyway, students quickly made their way to the houses, first years looking very lost and confused in the large castle. James and I went on rounds that evening, making sure first year students, and any trouble makers, were safely in their dorms.
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"-I think it will be fun, James! I imagine you'll look very nice in dress robes!" Lily gripped James' hand tighter, as they prowled the empty corridors. Lily was quite sure that when Dumbledore told them to patrol, he hadn't meant together. However, he hadn't downright stated to go alone, so James and Lily were contentedly walking the empty halls together.
"Hm, yes, I do suppose I will." James said, taking his free hand and running it through his hair.
"Hah! I wouldn't doubt if you were serious about that!" Lily smiled. He still had his arrogance, but she knew he was just being silly.
"Well, at least you know you'll be with the best looking guy at the ball!" He teased. Lily rolled her eyes.
"Oh, so you think I'll be attending the dance with Sirius, eh?" Lily fluttered her eyelashes, mischievously. "I don't believe we've discussed that part of the dance, James, and truth be told I haven't really decided who I'm going with. Maybe I'll want to accompany my dear friend Remus." James laughed sadistically.
"You think Remus would turn Marian in for you?" Lily pretended to scowl, only half successful as she was still laughing. "I'm afraid you'll just have to settle for Quidditch captain, Head Boy, and boyfriend of Lily Evans, a Mr. James Potter."
"Oh will I? I do suppose I could settle for that." Lily nuzzled her head against James' shoulder. There was no one she'd rather be going with than her James.
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It was more fun than anyone could imagine, walking around, just talking. We had to scold a few students, out of bed with dungbombs and such, but overall it was a perfectly calm night. We returned to our new dorms, which were large and wonderful, back in the Gryffindor tower, separate from the rest, in their own hall. The Prefects, including Remus, had the, eh, opportunity to deal with the few crying first years in the common room. I wasn't one bit jealous; in fact, it made me even happier that I was no longer bearing the name of Prefect. I was very glad I was Head Girl, and that James was Head Boy. My Head Boy.
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A/N: Hope you enjoyed this chapter, more will be up SOON! Keep reading and reviewing! Any bit of advice or suggestion would be great!
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