A/N: Hey! Thanks for all the reviews! This is the last chapter! Well I hope
you like how I end it!
Disclaimer: Are you really that slow? Come on you know you get it! I own nothing, except the plot! (And the poem)
Chapter 12
Lily was on her way to transfiguration. Ever since the incident with Maria (which was about 6 months ago. I know I'm rushing through the time really fast but yeah whatever), James had insisted on walking her to the classes that he didn't have with her even if it resulted in him being late to one of his own classes. She had repeatedly protested to him but he just wouldn't take no for an answer. Ever since that fateful day Maria acted like both Lily and James didn't exist, fully believing the threat he had given her. Lily sat in her seat and James rushed to his own class to get there in time. A few minutes later after class had started the same boy who had delivered the roses 6 months before was in the classroom again.
"Don't tell me another delivery!" exclaimed Mrs. McGonagal, extremely agitated.
"Y-y-yes Professor"
"I don't have time for silly disruptions! Who is it for?"
"L-l-lily E-vans"
"Again! Right over here" she sighed and went back to teaching as the boy gave her another batch of flowers, lilies this time, and rushed out of the room. Lily opened the card and was surprised to see a poem! She read on...
I Love the way you feel in my arms I could get lost in your charms I Love how you look into my eyes And your touch makes me feel like I'm flying in the skies
I Love the way you talk I could get lost as I watch your steps when you walk I Love the way your hair falls on your face And your touch has this special feeling grace
I Love the way you say "I Love You" Oh if only you knew I want to be yours forever I know our love will never sever
Lily I love you, James Potter.
Lily sighed and smiled. As class ended she rushed to find James. She ran to the Great Hall and immediately spotted him laughing with Remus and Sirius down the table. She hurried over and took a seat next to him.
"James that was SO sweet!"
"What? Oh yeah! I'm glad you liked it"
"Like it? I LOVED it!" She proved this to him by kissing him full on the lips. She pulled back and he looked surprised but immediately broke into a wide grin.
"So did you write it?" asked Lily as she filled her plate.
"Yeah I did"
"Really? I didn't know you wrote poetry?" she said
"Don't normally. Just thought you'd like it"
"Yeah well I did!"
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
The year passed by in a blur of memories. As much as everyone didn't want to admit it, it was now graduation day.
"Oh my god! I can't believe were graduating!" said Lily happily as she sat down in the chairs for the reception which was to start in 15 minutes. Each Gryfindor was clad in red and gold graduation robes; Slytherins were in green and silver, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff were also clad in their colors well (not sure what their colors are).
"I can't believe it either." Said James. "It seems like just yesterday that you were being sorted"
"Oh I know! I mean after we graduate today, we'll barely be able to see each other" she added sadly. "We have to promise to stay in touch ok?" she asked leaning over James so that she was directing to Remus and Sirius as well.
"I solemnly swear that I will keep in touch." Said Remus.
"I cross my heart, hope to die, that I will stay in touch" said Sirius
"Yeah I promise too" said James kissing her on the cheek. Dumbledore started to begin the ceremony. Just about everyone's parents were there. Lily's parents, James' parents, Remus' parents, damn even Sirius's parents were there! (you all know what I'm talking about with Sirius' parents if you've read OotP)
"Hello fine ladies and gentleman, we are here today for a very happy event. However you are associated with the people on this stage, either by blood or just being their friend you should wish them luck. For they are entering the real world, a world with no mercy. I have had the pleasure of meeting each and every person, and I must tell you that I have no doubt whatsoever that they will succeed in their lives. And now I will call the students up to receiver their diplomas and then The Head Boy and Head Girl (I know I didn't tell you who it was before but it's Lily and James) will give their speech." The crowd cheered as each student was called.
"Remus Lupin" Remus walked up to Dumbledore and took the diploma then shook his hand. "You will amount to great things Remus. You are a very great man"
"Sirius Black" Sirius also walked over. "Ah Mr. Black, the resident prankster. I hope you never lose that charm of yours."
"James Potter" James slowly walked up. He was nervous, this was it. "Mr. Potter, I should hope that you always keep your great personality, you are an amazing person" He walked off blushing crimson.
"Lily Evans" //well here goes nothing\\ she thought to herself. The headmaster handed over her diploma. "Lily, you are such a sweet woman. I know you will lead a wonderful and happy life." Lily went and sat back down but James wasn't there.
"Hey Sirius, where's James?"
"Um he's just preparing something"
"Don't tell me a prank! It's graduation day for god's sake!"
"No! You think he would pull a prank with out me! Oh the thought of it!" he said laughing. Remus had this weird smile on his face.
"Remus, what's with you?" He snapped back.
"What? Oh nothing. Just thinking"
"Well we know you haven't changed at all." Said Sirius.
"Oh Shutup." Dumbledore started to speak again.
"And now can we have Lily Evans and James Potter out Head Boy and Girl" Lily slowly walked up. Then James came up from the other side of the room.
"Where were you?" she asked in a hushed voice as they reached the podium.
"Just making sure everything is ready"
"Ready for what?" But James never answered her question.
"You'll see later, we have to give our speeches" He took in a deep breath and began.
"Hello ladies and gentleman and my fellow students. Here we have ended an era in our lives, and era in my life that I wish I could live over and over again. My seven years at Hogwarts have been so memorable, and they have showed me things I could never even comprehend before.. We are going into a new era and opening the door. What's past this door, none of us really know, all we know is that we are prepared for whatever comes our way and will welcome all the surprises happily. I wish all of you luck on your journey and may you all live your days to the fullest." The crowed roared (no pun intended lol). Lily stepped up and began her speech as well.
"Yes well it seems my comrade, and friend has said pretty much everything already. But he missed one thing" She winked at him. "He missed love. Now I know you are all thinking 'what does that have to do with us graduating?' Well love is all you need in life. Love lifts us to the skies. If you have love, you have everything you need. Love is like oxygen. So if you go through life and something gets you down, just know that some one somewhere cares for you. Someone is thinking about you. I know I will never forget *any* of you. Good luck"
The crowd was cheering and shouting, it was deafening. She turned to James but he wasn't there. //Damn! Where does he keep disappearing to!\\ She went to find her parents. They were a few feet away talking to James' parents.
"Yes it was so sweet of you to take her in last summer. But there was this emergency business meeting in Japan." Said Lily's mom.
"Oh it was really no problem, she is so well behaved! Oh and her and James are so cute together." Said James mom, otherwise know as Jill.
"Yes, I agree very much"
"Hey mum" interrupted Lily.
Her mother turned towards her. She swept her in her arms and exclaimed "Oh dear! We are so proud of you!"
"Mom I can't breath" Her mom let go but then her dad pulled her into an even more forceful hug.
"Oh sweetie! You grew up so fast!"
"Dad you're choking me!" She wasn't lying either. Her face was beginning to get a purple tinge to it. He let go of her.
"Mom, Dad I'll talk to you later, I'm going to go try to find James." She walked off to find Sirius; he probably knew where James was. Then she felt a hand on her shoulder. She turned and was surprised to see Remus.
"Oh hey Remus."
"James is looking for you"
"Really! Where is he! I haven't seen him since the speech"
"Yeah great job by the way, anyways he's over there" He was pointing his finger to the lake. At first she didn't see him but then he saw his back turned from her, he was sitting on the edge of the lake.
"Oh thanks Remus!" she rushed off over to James.
"James?" she asked when she was about 2 feet behind him. He stood up and slowly turned towards her. He had a look of nervousness on his face and the same guitar in his hand from the beach. She was puzzled. //What's going on? \\ He took a slow shuddering breath and strummed the strings to make sure they were in tune and then began to sing.
"I wanna make you smile whenever you're sad
Carry you around when your arthritis is bad
All I wanna do is grow old with you"
//Lily remembered that first day of 6th year after Potions when the Professor had taken off points for 'flirting'. She thought he hated her but when she began to cry he had held her and comforted her.\\
"I'll get your medicine when your tummy aches
build you a fire if the furnace breaks
Oh it could be so nice, growing old with you"
//She thought of the time they had snuck into Hogsmeade. And when she had tried on the dresses. They all thought she was so beautiful; they have no idea how good she felt after that.\\
"I'll miss you
Kiss you
give you my coat when you are cold"
//She remembered the time she had told James was ready, that she really did like him. "Lily are you cold?"
"Just a bit"
"Come here" She obeyed and went over to him. He opened up his towel and wrapped it around them both. Lily fit so perfectly into him, it was almost weird how well they went with each other. Lily just realized something.
"James, I'm ready..."\\
"Need you
feed you
even let ya hold the remote control"
//She thought of the time she sang to James at the beach. The whole time she was singing she was looking straight into James' bright golden eyes. She truly meant what she was singing. She set the guitar down and there was silence between them. He walked up to her, put his arms around her waist and whispered into her ear. "Lily you are so amazing and beautiful, what did I ever do to deserve you?" She whispered back. "Love me for who I am" He kissed her softly on the lips. Sparks flew. Neither wanted this moment to end. They wanted to linger in it forever....\\
"So let me do the dishes in our kitchen sink
Put you to bed if you've had too much to drink
I could be the man who grows old with you
I wanna grow old with you"
James set the guitar down and slowly approached her. He tilted up her chin so that they were looking into each other's eyes. Then much to Lily's surprise he bent down on one knee, her hands in his....
"Lily I love you so much. You're my whole world, the air I breathe, If I didn't have you in my life I don't know what I would do. You're so beautiful and loving. I would be the happiest man in the world if you would be my wife" He let go of her hands and pulled a small velvet box from his pocket. He opened the box to show her, It was a beautiful diamond ring. A solitary tear slid down Lily's cheek. Was that a bad thing? He was starting to get worried, she wasn't answering.
"Yes" James smiled at Lily who smiled back. He stood back up and wrapped his arms around her waist protectively.
"Lily, I love you"
"I love you too James." He pressed his lips to hers, this kiss was more passionate then either had ever experienced, it was kiss of true love...
A/N: yeah well that's the end! Thanks so much to all my reviewers! I LOVE YOU GUYS! ::MWUAH!:: Heehee well I hope you liked my story! Maybe you should check out my other one, "There's a Fine Line Between Love and Hate" Thanks so much!
Love,
Alysia
A.k.a. Superduperducky
Disclaimer: Are you really that slow? Come on you know you get it! I own nothing, except the plot! (And the poem)
Chapter 12
Lily was on her way to transfiguration. Ever since the incident with Maria (which was about 6 months ago. I know I'm rushing through the time really fast but yeah whatever), James had insisted on walking her to the classes that he didn't have with her even if it resulted in him being late to one of his own classes. She had repeatedly protested to him but he just wouldn't take no for an answer. Ever since that fateful day Maria acted like both Lily and James didn't exist, fully believing the threat he had given her. Lily sat in her seat and James rushed to his own class to get there in time. A few minutes later after class had started the same boy who had delivered the roses 6 months before was in the classroom again.
"Don't tell me another delivery!" exclaimed Mrs. McGonagal, extremely agitated.
"Y-y-yes Professor"
"I don't have time for silly disruptions! Who is it for?"
"L-l-lily E-vans"
"Again! Right over here" she sighed and went back to teaching as the boy gave her another batch of flowers, lilies this time, and rushed out of the room. Lily opened the card and was surprised to see a poem! She read on...
I Love the way you feel in my arms I could get lost in your charms I Love how you look into my eyes And your touch makes me feel like I'm flying in the skies
I Love the way you talk I could get lost as I watch your steps when you walk I Love the way your hair falls on your face And your touch has this special feeling grace
I Love the way you say "I Love You" Oh if only you knew I want to be yours forever I know our love will never sever
Lily I love you, James Potter.
Lily sighed and smiled. As class ended she rushed to find James. She ran to the Great Hall and immediately spotted him laughing with Remus and Sirius down the table. She hurried over and took a seat next to him.
"James that was SO sweet!"
"What? Oh yeah! I'm glad you liked it"
"Like it? I LOVED it!" She proved this to him by kissing him full on the lips. She pulled back and he looked surprised but immediately broke into a wide grin.
"So did you write it?" asked Lily as she filled her plate.
"Yeah I did"
"Really? I didn't know you wrote poetry?" she said
"Don't normally. Just thought you'd like it"
"Yeah well I did!"
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
The year passed by in a blur of memories. As much as everyone didn't want to admit it, it was now graduation day.
"Oh my god! I can't believe were graduating!" said Lily happily as she sat down in the chairs for the reception which was to start in 15 minutes. Each Gryfindor was clad in red and gold graduation robes; Slytherins were in green and silver, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff were also clad in their colors well (not sure what their colors are).
"I can't believe it either." Said James. "It seems like just yesterday that you were being sorted"
"Oh I know! I mean after we graduate today, we'll barely be able to see each other" she added sadly. "We have to promise to stay in touch ok?" she asked leaning over James so that she was directing to Remus and Sirius as well.
"I solemnly swear that I will keep in touch." Said Remus.
"I cross my heart, hope to die, that I will stay in touch" said Sirius
"Yeah I promise too" said James kissing her on the cheek. Dumbledore started to begin the ceremony. Just about everyone's parents were there. Lily's parents, James' parents, Remus' parents, damn even Sirius's parents were there! (you all know what I'm talking about with Sirius' parents if you've read OotP)
"Hello fine ladies and gentleman, we are here today for a very happy event. However you are associated with the people on this stage, either by blood or just being their friend you should wish them luck. For they are entering the real world, a world with no mercy. I have had the pleasure of meeting each and every person, and I must tell you that I have no doubt whatsoever that they will succeed in their lives. And now I will call the students up to receiver their diplomas and then The Head Boy and Head Girl (I know I didn't tell you who it was before but it's Lily and James) will give their speech." The crowd cheered as each student was called.
"Remus Lupin" Remus walked up to Dumbledore and took the diploma then shook his hand. "You will amount to great things Remus. You are a very great man"
"Sirius Black" Sirius also walked over. "Ah Mr. Black, the resident prankster. I hope you never lose that charm of yours."
"James Potter" James slowly walked up. He was nervous, this was it. "Mr. Potter, I should hope that you always keep your great personality, you are an amazing person" He walked off blushing crimson.
"Lily Evans" //well here goes nothing\\ she thought to herself. The headmaster handed over her diploma. "Lily, you are such a sweet woman. I know you will lead a wonderful and happy life." Lily went and sat back down but James wasn't there.
"Hey Sirius, where's James?"
"Um he's just preparing something"
"Don't tell me a prank! It's graduation day for god's sake!"
"No! You think he would pull a prank with out me! Oh the thought of it!" he said laughing. Remus had this weird smile on his face.
"Remus, what's with you?" He snapped back.
"What? Oh nothing. Just thinking"
"Well we know you haven't changed at all." Said Sirius.
"Oh Shutup." Dumbledore started to speak again.
"And now can we have Lily Evans and James Potter out Head Boy and Girl" Lily slowly walked up. Then James came up from the other side of the room.
"Where were you?" she asked in a hushed voice as they reached the podium.
"Just making sure everything is ready"
"Ready for what?" But James never answered her question.
"You'll see later, we have to give our speeches" He took in a deep breath and began.
"Hello ladies and gentleman and my fellow students. Here we have ended an era in our lives, and era in my life that I wish I could live over and over again. My seven years at Hogwarts have been so memorable, and they have showed me things I could never even comprehend before.. We are going into a new era and opening the door. What's past this door, none of us really know, all we know is that we are prepared for whatever comes our way and will welcome all the surprises happily. I wish all of you luck on your journey and may you all live your days to the fullest." The crowed roared (no pun intended lol). Lily stepped up and began her speech as well.
"Yes well it seems my comrade, and friend has said pretty much everything already. But he missed one thing" She winked at him. "He missed love. Now I know you are all thinking 'what does that have to do with us graduating?' Well love is all you need in life. Love lifts us to the skies. If you have love, you have everything you need. Love is like oxygen. So if you go through life and something gets you down, just know that some one somewhere cares for you. Someone is thinking about you. I know I will never forget *any* of you. Good luck"
The crowd was cheering and shouting, it was deafening. She turned to James but he wasn't there. //Damn! Where does he keep disappearing to!\\ She went to find her parents. They were a few feet away talking to James' parents.
"Yes it was so sweet of you to take her in last summer. But there was this emergency business meeting in Japan." Said Lily's mom.
"Oh it was really no problem, she is so well behaved! Oh and her and James are so cute together." Said James mom, otherwise know as Jill.
"Yes, I agree very much"
"Hey mum" interrupted Lily.
Her mother turned towards her. She swept her in her arms and exclaimed "Oh dear! We are so proud of you!"
"Mom I can't breath" Her mom let go but then her dad pulled her into an even more forceful hug.
"Oh sweetie! You grew up so fast!"
"Dad you're choking me!" She wasn't lying either. Her face was beginning to get a purple tinge to it. He let go of her.
"Mom, Dad I'll talk to you later, I'm going to go try to find James." She walked off to find Sirius; he probably knew where James was. Then she felt a hand on her shoulder. She turned and was surprised to see Remus.
"Oh hey Remus."
"James is looking for you"
"Really! Where is he! I haven't seen him since the speech"
"Yeah great job by the way, anyways he's over there" He was pointing his finger to the lake. At first she didn't see him but then he saw his back turned from her, he was sitting on the edge of the lake.
"Oh thanks Remus!" she rushed off over to James.
"James?" she asked when she was about 2 feet behind him. He stood up and slowly turned towards her. He had a look of nervousness on his face and the same guitar in his hand from the beach. She was puzzled. //What's going on? \\ He took a slow shuddering breath and strummed the strings to make sure they were in tune and then began to sing.
"I wanna make you smile whenever you're sad
Carry you around when your arthritis is bad
All I wanna do is grow old with you"
//Lily remembered that first day of 6th year after Potions when the Professor had taken off points for 'flirting'. She thought he hated her but when she began to cry he had held her and comforted her.\\
"I'll get your medicine when your tummy aches
build you a fire if the furnace breaks
Oh it could be so nice, growing old with you"
//She thought of the time they had snuck into Hogsmeade. And when she had tried on the dresses. They all thought she was so beautiful; they have no idea how good she felt after that.\\
"I'll miss you
Kiss you
give you my coat when you are cold"
//She remembered the time she had told James was ready, that she really did like him. "Lily are you cold?"
"Just a bit"
"Come here" She obeyed and went over to him. He opened up his towel and wrapped it around them both. Lily fit so perfectly into him, it was almost weird how well they went with each other. Lily just realized something.
"James, I'm ready..."\\
"Need you
feed you
even let ya hold the remote control"
//She thought of the time she sang to James at the beach. The whole time she was singing she was looking straight into James' bright golden eyes. She truly meant what she was singing. She set the guitar down and there was silence between them. He walked up to her, put his arms around her waist and whispered into her ear. "Lily you are so amazing and beautiful, what did I ever do to deserve you?" She whispered back. "Love me for who I am" He kissed her softly on the lips. Sparks flew. Neither wanted this moment to end. They wanted to linger in it forever....\\
"So let me do the dishes in our kitchen sink
Put you to bed if you've had too much to drink
I could be the man who grows old with you
I wanna grow old with you"
James set the guitar down and slowly approached her. He tilted up her chin so that they were looking into each other's eyes. Then much to Lily's surprise he bent down on one knee, her hands in his....
"Lily I love you so much. You're my whole world, the air I breathe, If I didn't have you in my life I don't know what I would do. You're so beautiful and loving. I would be the happiest man in the world if you would be my wife" He let go of her hands and pulled a small velvet box from his pocket. He opened the box to show her, It was a beautiful diamond ring. A solitary tear slid down Lily's cheek. Was that a bad thing? He was starting to get worried, she wasn't answering.
"Yes" James smiled at Lily who smiled back. He stood back up and wrapped his arms around her waist protectively.
"Lily, I love you"
"I love you too James." He pressed his lips to hers, this kiss was more passionate then either had ever experienced, it was kiss of true love...
A/N: yeah well that's the end! Thanks so much to all my reviewers! I LOVE YOU GUYS! ::MWUAH!:: Heehee well I hope you liked my story! Maybe you should check out my other one, "There's a Fine Line Between Love and Hate" Thanks so much!
Love,
Alysia
A.k.a. Superduperducky