A/N: Another chapter from me. :) Also, A/N @ the bottom.
Summary: Lovin' Lily is what James really wants to do BUT.. will she let him? Add some pranks, a dash of romance and surprising snogging, a hint of humor, sprinkle in hexes gone bad, and everything in between. L/J Love/Hate with a VERY different & interesting twist by me.. Review?
Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter, obviously - JKR does. You suing me for copyright infringement would be gay.
Loving Lily
Chapter 3: Flirting and Study Dates
I'll be your dream I'll be your wish
I'll be your fantasy
I'll be your hope I'll be your love
Be everything that you need
I'll love you more with every breath
Truly, madly, deeply do
I will be strong I will be faithful 'cause I'm counting on
A new beginning
A reason for living
A deeper meaning
I want to stand with you on a mountain
I want to bathe with you in the sea
I want to lay like this forever
Until the sky falls down on me
And when the stars are shining brightly in the velvet sky,
I'll make a wish to send it to heaven
Then make you want to cry
The tears of joy for all the pleasure in the certainty
That we're surrounded by the comfort and protection of
The highest powers
In lonely hours
The tears devour you
I want to stand with you on a mountain
I want to bathe with you in the sea
I want to lay like this forever
Until the sky falls down on me
Oh can you see it baby?
You don't have to close your eyes
'Cause its standing right here before you
All that you need will surely come
Savage Garden - Truly, Madly, Deeply
"Anyways," McGonagall continued on, after everyone was settled down about their partners. "This project is an essay. Well, a two-part essay about Animagi, basically. Both of you must produce 2 essays - one on the benefits of becoming an Animagi and one on the disadvantages of becoming one. Also, another essay in which animal you think BOTH of you would be the best in." McGonagall smiled smugly to herself and she heard groans throughout the room. She couldn't wait to see the outcome of this.
"Ugh," Lily groaned, covering her face with her hands. "I hate Transfiguration. And I hate Animagi."
"Why?" James asked curiously. "I think it's pretty cool."
"Where did you come from?" Lily eyed him suspiciously.
"Hey, don't be mean to me," James teased. "After all, we're partners in this project!"
"Ugh, don't remind me," Lily groaned. "That's the last thing I need on my mind now."
James frowned. "You don't have to seemed to mad about it and make it sound like you hate me. I know you're intrigued, Evans." He bent down and held her chin softly with his fingers.
"Don't touch me, James," Lily glared. "I'm not intrigued and hate is too light of a word for what I feel for you."
James sighed irritably. "Is this because of our little incident a few days ago?"
"You could say that," Lily replied slowly. "Might I remind you that I still have some dirt on you and the two other gay twins."
"Whoa, whoa, whoa, Lily," James said, suddenly startled. "We're not gay and you better not spread it."
"Then apologize," Lily replied promptly.
"Fuck no," James said indignantly.
Lily glanced at him. She took out a piece of parchment and dipped her quill into the inkstand. 'Rita Dearest,' She began to write.
James exhaled slowly and rolled her eyes. "God damn it, fine. I'm sorry, Evans. There, happy?"
"Not quite," Lily replied, pouting. "There's just one more tiny little detail."
"What?" James asked, half-wanting to know, half-wanting to punch her.
"Give me the Marauder's Map," Lily grinned, her eyes twinkling with a hungry look.
James buried his head into his hands and then looked up indignantly. "Evans, you must be shitting me."
"Trust me, I'm not," Lily replied. "I want it, James, and I want it now."
"Too bad you're asking about the map, you could get something even better you know," James replied, raising an eyebrow suggestively.
"Ew, Potter," Lily replied and squirmed a bit. "No thanks."
"Are you sure?" James asked. "I could make you squirm even more, you know..."
"I'm not into that kind of kinky shit," Lily replied flatly.
"Wow, Evans, one must watch their language," James commented. "Anyways, hell no, I'm never giving you the Map and how the hell did you know about it anyways?"
"Well, your friend, Mr. Pettigrew, has shown it to me several times. I was quite shocked. A prat like you making something as genius as the Marauder's Map?" Lily asked, picking her nails boredly.
"Peter? Fuck! That little..." James growled, running his hand through his hair wildly. "Sirius also made it with me."
"Sirius is absolutely peachy," Lily smiled. "He's awesome."
James snorted. "Sirius? Awesome? Yeah, right. I'm way better than Sirius."
"I think I can be the judge of that," Lily replied, raising an eyebrow. "Anyways, fine, I don't want your stupid map anyways, I can make my own map."
"You?" James scoffed. "My bloody arse you can. It took us weeks of sweat to make that!?"
"Sweat from what?" Lily grinned. "Oh dear, one shan't imagine the possibilities of what you three naughty boys were doing."
"Shut up, Lily," James glared. "I'm not gay. I like women."
Lily snorted. "Joke of the century."
"Are you just jealous because I don't hit on you?"
"No!" Lily replied quickly.
"Wow, that was an awfully fast reply," James noticed. "I wonder if you're hiding something."
Lily rolled her eyes. "Don't give yourself too much credit, James."
"Oh, but I'm not," James replied lightly. "Anyways, truce? I don't want my A+ in this class to drop." He wiped off dirt from his shoulder and smiled at Lily. He held out his hand.
"Prick," Lily narrowed her eyes. "Fine, Truce." She grabbed his hand shook it firmly.
"Ow," James replied, taking back his hand and rubbing it sympathetically. "What'd I ever do to you?"
"Lots of things," Lily said. She smiled.
He did too.
***
"So what is up with you and James?" Circe asked, kicking up her legs and relaxing on her bed, popping popcorn into her mouth.
"I dunno," Lily replied, unsure. "I mean, sometimes he's the biggest prat in the world and I want to like rip off my arm and beat him to death with it, but other times, it's just like... he's the sweetest person and we have the best connection ever."
"Wow, complicated," Circe nodded, chewing on kernels.
"Tell me about it," Lily sighed. "Now we're assigned this project and who know what could happen!"
"Mhm..."
"Plus, he is hot," Lily grinned.
"Tell me about it," Circe sighed. "Anyways, it's kind of obvious he likes you... he's just so... different around you."
"I dunno," Lily shrugged. She looked at her watch. "Damn, I gotta go - study group thingy for Transfiguration at the Library. Great way to spend a Friday night, eh? Don't wait up."
"With James?" Circe grinned.
"Shut up," Lily smiled.
***
"Wow, thought you weren't going to show up," James said.
"Wouldn't miss it for the world," Lily replied sarcastically.
"Oh, Lily, control yourself," James replied flatly. "Anyways, I supposed we've got to get started on the essay. What animal bests fits Lily? Hmm, what shall I say? Oh, I know - an elephant."
"Shut up, James," Lily glared. "Hm, maybe I should call up Rita and spice up the rumor mill a bit. What'dya say?"
"Fine, but elephants never forget," James replied, murmuring the last part.
"Anyways," Lily said loudly, choosing to ignore James. "I think I represent a bunny the best."
"A bunny!?" James choked. "Excuse me, but bunnies are cute, soft, fluffy, small creatures that you just pet. You, m'dear, are definitely not that."
"Why, thank you for the compliment," Lily replied dryly.
"Now, something realistic - I think I'd be a dragon," James said, visualizing it. "Yes, a dragon suits me perfectly."
"A dragon?" Lily snorted. "Please. That's absurd."
"As absurd as calling you an elephant?" James inquired.
Lily rolled her eyes. "Anyways, we really have to get started on the work..."
"Yeah," James said. "Okay, you take advantages of Animagi, and I'll take the disadvantages."
"Deal," Lily replied.
"And.. break!"
5 hours later..
"Ohmygod," Lily moaned. "I am beyond tired..."
"Me too," James replied.
"James?" Lily asked.
"Hm?"
"You have really pretty eyes.." And with that, Lily dozed off.
James was bemused for a moment... and soon dozed off with Lily.
***
A/N: Hi there, sorry about the slow updates. I'm sorry for this to take out so long. Originally, I was going to abandon my FF.net account, but I couldn't - I love writing too much. I have too many stories I'm juggling lately and most of them are ploys off movies - I hate that! I love this story because it's one that I can play with the effects & such. I love this chapter, it flowed so smoothly! I guess that's why Lily & James flirted so much. I'm having Spring Break right now and it's absolutely lovely :) Sorry for the pen name change, but that's my real name so - *shrug*. Um, yeah. I also have a new email! (Yay for me! :D) effervesces[at]yahoo.com & that's also my new Y!M username - effervesces. Feel free to add me on your list & chat w/ me. I love to meet new people!
* Btw, sorry for the Savage Garden song that totally doesn't relate to this chap. I couldn't find a song, so I just put those lyrics in because I love that song :) It has a great beat, nice lyrics, etc etc. 3
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