The Best and Worst of Times 22

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MOVING ALONG!!

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Annoriel: Yeah! It's getting better.. (Was it really bad to begin with?)

Sonja S: I don't really have much to say, but I just wanted you to know that I am still reading the Fic. (More Serveus) I know you just love the man! I promise that he's in here somewhere. Ok I think I should also tell you, there is more of him later in the story.

Shenaux: LOL yep a GIRAFFE! It was *really* the only thing I could think up of with that neck of hers. As to what Mel is up too, you'll just have to continue reading.

Jasmine Black: LOL yes Petunia needed to get it!!

ButtercupBaby26: Too mean? Way too much of a cliffhanger, LOL just wait until they go back

Dinning Hall

Sitting down next to Sirius, Melody glances around the room, not really listening to Dumbledore prattle on about upcoming changes. Waving her hand, she gets Chloe's attention. Giving her, the 'I need to talk too you' look, she watches Chloe nod at her. Feeling a hand grip her other hand, Melody turns her head to look eye-to-eye with Sirius. Watching his eyebrow rise up, Melody smiles at him.

He leans forward towards her, "not buying it, we'll talk after the ceremony," Sirius kisses her cheek, "now pay attention to the man." The ceremony goes smoothly, proud parents clap as their kid gets their diploma.

Melody shakes her head trying to remove the sudden feelings of loneliness. 'Wish my parents could have seen this.' Hearing her name, she stands up and makes her way to where Dumbledore and Professor McGonagall where standing. Hearing loud, wolf-calls and applause, Melody turns to see most of the school clapping for her. "Wow."

"Wow is right," whispers Professor McGonagall giving her a full smile. Smiling back at the woman, Melody calmly walks back. Kissing Sirius on the mouth, Melody sighs contently as she pulls away from him.

"What did you think no one would clap," laughs Sirius. Nodding towards Lily's family, "I think everyone loves ya just for that alone."

"Sirius," admonishes Chloe as she comes over and hugs Melody. Whispering in her ear, "We made it this far."

"That we did," laughs Melody as she joins the festivities. As it starts to dwindle down, Melody links her arms with Chloe. "Time to say good-bye."

"Yep," laughs Chloe. "I never thought I would say this, but I just might. Mind you that's a might miss him."

"Same Here," laughs Melody. "Especially his constant wonder where Remus is." Wiggling her eyebrows, Chloe laughs even harder. Making their way s over to the Slytherin side of the hall. 'Even in graduation, we're still separated.' Spotting him standing next to Malfoy, they were looking for they head over to him.

"Congratulations," laughs Chloe behind Severus Snape. Startling him, he gasps.

"Same to you, dear ladies," mutters Severus.

"So formal," comments Melody. Smirking at him, "So good Sir, what are your plans now that you no longer have to put up with Lupin, Potter and Black?"

Smirking back at her, "I plan to see something of the world." They discuss ways and means. Finding his plan to be very well thought out.

"I hope you go and have a good time," whispers Melody as she gives him a hug good-bye. "I hope you find whatever you're looking for. Plus a little happiness."

"You too," whispers Severus getting uncharacteristically emotional.
Gryffindor Common Room

Walking into the common room, Melody smiles as she sees Remus and Sirius playing a game of Wizard chess. Going up to him, she leans over and kisses the top of his head as his arms slips around her waist.

"Did you say good-bye," asks Sirius not taking his eyes off the board.

"Yep," whispers Melody. "Thanks for understanding."

"Hey, you said good-bye to him. Not me," laughs Sirius. "So what are your plans?"

"Plans," asks Melody.

"Yeah," finally looking at her. "You wanted to talk to Chloe about something."

"Oh, yeah," smiling down at his. "It's nothing really important. I just wanted to ask her something."

"Anything about where you're going now that school is over," asks Remus.

Blinking, Melody looks at him. "Something like that. How did."

"Because we figured you would and we already have made arrangements," states Remus as he returns his attention back to the game.

Seeing her puzzled look, Sirius explains further, "We got a house, a large house bordering a small forest. There's enough room for everyone. James, Remus and I thought you plus Chloe and Lily would like to come live with us." Seeing her slightly shocked expression. "Mel, the boys would have one side, the girls would have the other."

"Yes you have to join us," laughs Chloe. "I'm frightened to be alone in that house with the three of them and only Lily as back-up."

Laughing, "Sure, I'm game."

Later Gryffindor Chloe and Melody's room

"Ok, so I was thinking earlier today," states Melody.

"Not new," laughs Chloe as she sits down on her bed.

"Hush," laughs Melody. "I was thinking since we really can't change the past, we can at least prepare for the future."

"Hmm interesting. How?"

"First I have permission from Dumbledore to set-up a secret lab. In this lab we can put together things that the future will need."

Pondering, "So you're saying we have time. Time to figure out a way to get rid of Voldemort and his Death-eaters. Maybe we can figure out a way to help Caro and Sirius."

"See you're getting it."

"But one question. Where will this lab be that none of the students go near it?" Chloe watches her friend smirk at her.

"Think, what is always off limits in our time but not here?" Gasping Chloe figures it out.

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Until next time.

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