A/N: The story begins in James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, and Peter Pettigrew's summer before fifth year. As any Harry fans would know, Remus is a werewolf, and by this time, James, Sirius, and Peter have undergone their transformations to become Animagi. I hope you enjoy it so far [I promise, it'll get more interesting!].

Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter or any of the characters.

Chapter One: The Beginning of the Adventures

It was the dead of the night, when most fifteen-year-old teenage boys would be sleeping. But those teenage boys in question were Sirius Black, James Potter, Remus Lupin, and Peter Pettigrew. And anyone who knew them would say that they were never ones to follow the rules... or curfew. Instead of being good children and sleeping, they were exploring the Potters' attic, seeking more adventure.

Peter looked nervous. "Umm.... guys, are you sure we're allowed to be up here at midnight?" He glanced around the dark attic in fear.

"Of course we're not allowed in here, Wormtail." Sirius answered, exasperated. "That's why we're here in the middle of the night."

James grinned, checking a dusty box labeled "odds and ends". "That's why we're here at all." He looked over at Remus, whose head had disappeared into a box. "Hey Moony, found anything interesting yet?"

Remus looked up. "Actually, I think I have," he said, grimacing. "It's just stuck under a load of other rubbish."

Sirius went over and together, they pulled out what looked like a huge, dirty rug.

"Err... what's so interesting about a gigantic rug?" Peter asked, looking confused.

But James had jumped up excitedly and ran over to the rug. "This isn't any old rug," he said, his eyes glinting mischieviously. "It's my grandad's old multi-passenger magic carpet!"

Sirius clapped Remus on the shoulder. "Great job, mate," he said, his eyes starting to glint, a lot like James's.

"But aren't magic carpets illegal?" Peter asked nervously.

"Oh, don't be such a spoilsport, Wormtail," James said, his eyes still on the magic carpet. "Well, what are we waiting for? Let's try it out!"

They carried the magic carpet down the stairs, and tip-toeing quietly as to not wake Mr. and Mrs. Potter, they brought the magic carpet outside onto the Potter's front yard. Checking to see if there was anyone on the street or any neighbors watching, Sirius and James clambered onto the carpet.

But Remus and Peter looked a bit hesitant.

"What if we get caught, guys?" Remus said. "This isn't just breaking a few minor school rules, it's breaking the law!" Peter nodded.

Sirius waved their concern away. "We won't get caught. Stop being such a worrywart."

Remus smiled in spite of himself. Nothing could worry Sirius and James. He and Peter had always been the more cautious ones of the group.

"Anyway, you're the one who found the carpet. It wouldn't be fair to just leave you behind," James added. He turned to Peter. "And you too, Wormtail."

Peter looked anxious, but calmed a bit by Sirius and James's confidence. He looked at Remus.

Remus looked as if he was wrestling with his conscience. He knew it was wrong for them to be flying the magic carpet, but he also knew that he would hate himself if he spoiled their fun. They were the first friends to ever accept him for who and what he was, after all. Finally, he gave in and nodded. "Let's do it," he said, a twinkle coming into his eyes.

Remus settled onto the carpet beside Sirius and James, and Peter followed suit, not wanting to be left behind.

"And we're off!" James whispered.

Under them, the magic carpet sprang to life and zoomed away down the street, leaving a cloud of dust in its wake.