How It All Began
Disclaimer: I own nothing. All credit goes toward J.K. Rowling.
Author's Note: Please review!! Please!!
PG-13ish
Chapter 8
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(At the masquerade. Lily's PoV)
We made our way down to the Great Hall. It was decorated beautifully. There were pumpkins hanging and candles hanging. Live bats flew all around the hall. The Ghostly Guys were the entertainment. I still can't believe Dumbledore was able to book them.
James wrapped his arm around Bella and steered her over to a table. Sirius did the same to Lindsey, and out of nowhere Remus's arm snaked around my waist. I looked up at him and smiled.
"Come on Lils. I know how hungry you are," Remus said winking. Did he have to bring up lunch today? Oh well!
We sat down at the table that seated our friends. "How do we get the food?" Sirius inquired starting to panic.
"I think we say it into the menu," James said looking around. "Pork chops and mashed potatoes." James's plate soon filled. That is so cool!
We all ended up ordering the same thing. We soon finished eating and the tables were cleared. Now chairs lined the walls. I guess they were for couples that didn't want to dance. The Ghostly Guys struck up a slow tune. Couple after couple made their way to the dance floor. Lindsey and Sirius were one of the first ones up there.
"Would you care to dance malady?" Remus asked bowing.
"Sure!" I took his hand and he led me on to the floor.
"You look simply enchanting my darling!" I blushed at this comment and Remus noticed. He took this as an advantage and pulled me closer. I smiled to myself.
"So, James and Bella, who would've thought?" I said taking the heat off of me.
"Yeah. Didn't think James would ask frankly." Unfortunately, the song ended all too soon and I reluctantly pried my arms off of him.
"Do you want to sit out this one?"
"Only if you want to Lily." He looked down at me through those gorgeous eyes.
"Ah, do you want to sit outside?"
"Sure!" He took my hand and we walked outside. It was simply magnificent out on the grounds. Bats were skimming the lake and the shrubbery had tiny glittering pumpkins hanging from them. We sat down on a nearby bench.
"It's beautiful out here!" I said taking in the scenery.
"Not as beautiful as you Lily!" I looked up at him as if daring him to be lying. I raised an eyebrow at him.
"Thank-you Remus."
"No problem. Look, umm, Lily, I've been meaning to ask you this for the longest time," Sweet Merlin! He's going to ask me out! "Will you be my girlfriend?" He hesitated a bit and then looked me in the eye.
It took me a while to answer back, due to that fact that I was crying. My wish came true! "I would love to be your girlfriend Remus Lupin!" He smiled at me, and leaned toward me. Remus, my first love, has just given me my first kiss. After we broke apart from the sweet kiss, he took my hand in his and started playing with my fingers. "How long have you been meaning to ask me?" I asked curiously.
"You have no idea how long. It must have been since way back in third year."
"But you and Narcissa?"
"It was a very bad mistake," Remus said before swooping down and kissing me again. We got up and made our way back into the Great Hall.
Lindsey came running over to me. "Lils, they are about to announce the winner of the costume contest."
"Have I been outside for that long?" I asked looking over Lindsey's shoulder at James and Bella dancing.
"Yeah, you have," and then very quietly she whispered, "he asked you out didn't he?"
I smiled instantly and she squealed. "Oh, I'm so happy for you!" She looked at Remus and gave him a hug. "You two are so cute together. I'm going to go find Sirius, he's probably still dancing!" With that, she walked away to the dance floor.
Moment later, Dumbledore stood up to make his announcement. "Hello students!" The hall became silent and the few remaining couples on the floor took seats along the wall. He smiled and continued, "The staff and I have been watching you all very intently, and I would like to say, you all did a wonderful job on the costumes!" At this, the hall erupted with claps. Dumbledore raised his arms, and it was quiet once more. "Unfortunately, we must only pick two people to win. When I announce the winners, I would like the lucky two to come up here, where they shall share a dance. Without further ado, the winners! The queen of the costume is Miss Lily Evans, and the king of the costume is Mr. James Potter."
I won! Damn it, Remus didn't win! I have to dance with James. Not too bad, but it's still not the same. I looked over at James and he was walking over to me. "Shall we," he said charmingly.
I blushed. Wait, why did I blush. Oh Merlin! I took his hand and he led me up toward where Dumbledore stood. "Congratulations, Lily, James!"
"Thank-you Professor!" we said in unison. The Ghostly Guys stuck up another slow song and James led me to the dance floor where all eyes were on us.
We swayed to the melody. "It's embarrassing having everyone watch us," I whispered in James's ear.
"Tell me about it, but who the hell care really. You havin' a good time?"
"Yeah! I'm having a great time," I said smiling up at him. He returned the smile and we continued to dance. He was a wonderful dancer. No wonder all the girls wanted him. A minute into the song, more couples joined us. I saw Bella make her way over to us. I frowned. This song is for James and I to dance to, right?
"May I cut in?" Bella asked looking at me.
I looked at her for a few seconds and then reluctantly said, "Sure," through gritted teeth. I have no idea why I'm so angry over this. "I'll talk to you later James."
"Yeah. Bye Lily!" I noticed Bella smile and give James a kiss. He smiled too and put his arms around her. Is it right for me to say that I'm jealous? I mean, sure I've got Remus, and Merlin knows I love him, but who knows! I looked around and Remus was nowhere to be found. Ugh, where is that man of mine.
I headed outside and found Remus sitting next to Lindsey and Sirius who were snogging. "Having fun honey?" I asked amused.
"Wha- oh yeah," he replied grinning. I sat on his lap and he began to play with my hair. "You have stunning hair Lils!"
"Thanks Remy! You have nice hair too!" He laughed and wrapped his arms around my waist. I turned around and looked at Remus, as if asking him to startled Sirius and Lindsey. He did a great impression of Professor Alcon.
"Black, Laurence! My office now for public display of affection!" Remus bellowed in a voice identical to Alcon.
"Holy sh-" Sirius started, but looked around and noticed it was only he, Lindsey, Moony and myself outside. "I'm going to kill you Moony!" I giggled and Lindsey looked as if she were going to have a heart attack.
Justin Brennen, the head boy, came flying outside. He stopped dead in front of Lindsey. Panting he said, "Lindsey, will you dance with me?"
She looked a little puzzled, and then replied, "What, here?"
"No. Inside. Please!" Justin pleaded. A funny thing about Justin is that he can have any girl he wants. He's smart, handsome, funny and head boy. Yet, he pines over Lindsey, and she has Sirius.
"Is it alright with you hun?" she asked turning to Sirius.
"Huh- oh yeah sure," he said dismissively glaring daggers at Justin.
"Okay," she said brightly and got up. "I'll be back in a few. Don't do anything rash Snuffles."
"Snuffles?" Remus asked, his eyes dancing with amusement.
"Got a problem with that Moony. Lindsey gives me pet names (no pun intended. . .Lol!) so what. Lily will start giving you pet names."
"She already has," Remus mumbled. I giggled some more.
"What's that Remus? I can't hear you!" Sirius said smirking.
"I said she already has!" Aww, poor Remy!
"That's what I thought!"
"You know Padfoot, Lindsey has been gone for quite a long time. . ." Remus started.
"Oh Merlin! You're right. I'm going to go rescue her from Brennen." And with that, Sirius ran up the stairs and out of sight.
"Well, that was a good way to get us some alone time," I smiled, snuggling closer to him.
"Thanks!" he said smirking and putting his arm around my shoulders. I put my head on his shoulder, but no sooner than I did, he lifted my head and we started kissing. After snogging for a good while, Lindsey ran outside.
"Do you know where Sirius is?" she asked looking around.
"He went inside looking for you."
"Oh! Okay, you two may go back to whatever you were doing," she said grinning.
"Where were we?" I asked.
"I think we were about here," Remus stated pushing his lips to mine. On a whole, I would have to say that this ball went pretty damn well.
At around 11 o'clock, Remus and me made our way inside. The hall was crowed with students.
"Have a good time?" James asked swinging an arm over my shoulder.
I shrugged his arm off and said, "Not that you would care, but yes I had a wonderful time. Me and Remus are going out!"
"You're what?" He inquired frowning.
"Are you that dim James? Me- and- Remus- are- going- out!" I said slowly articulating every word.
"Look, you should know something about Remus."
"Whatever it is I'm fine with it, Potter!" I stalked off in search of Lindsey. I didn't feel like talking to Bella at the moment. What the hell was James trying to do. Nothing he can say or do will change my mind about Remus! NOTHING!
I reached the Fat Lady portrait, whispered the password and walked in. The only people in there were Sirius and Lindsey. They were out of their costumes and working on an essay.
"Well now's the perfect time to work on an essay," I said bitterly.
"We're almost done. We came inside around 10 o'clock. The dance was becoming a bit of a drag," Lindsey said putting her quill down.
"What's bumming you?" Sirius asked noticing my glum expression.
"James! He is so infuriating!"
"Why am I not surprised to hear that?" Sirius asked grinning.
"He thinks that because we are friends now, he can boss me around and tell me what to do! I don't think so!" I continued.
"What did he say?" Lindsey inquired leaning against Sirius.
"I don't want to talk about it!" Bella came trudging in. She spotted me and darted toward me.
"What's your problem Lily?"
"My problem? Ha, my problem! Why don't you ask your boyfriend what my problem is! He should clarify everything!" I yelled in a hissy fit.
"Calm down Lily! James told me everything! Why did you blow up in his face when he didn't even do anything!"
"You of all people should know!" Sirius and Lindsey looked at each other dumbstruck. I ran upstairs.
Moments later, Lindsey emerged through the door and sat down on my bed. "What's wrong Lils?"
"Oh I have no idea! James is just- and Bella! It just doesn't help! Remus is a sweetheart, and I love him to death! Why am I getting so emotional?" I answered.
"Oh don't worry. Everything will get sorted out. Just apologize to Bella."
"I am not apologizing to Bella. It wasn't her place to interfere in the first place!" I turned over and pretended to snore.
"Okay, okay! I get the hint! Goodnight Lily! We'll talk in the morning."
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Author's note: Here's chapter 8! Hope you enjoy it! Please review! Oh and please check out my other story 'Some Things Happen For a Reason'! Oh and please REVIEW!! ^_^
I'll update soon!
Disclaimer: I own nothing. All credit goes toward J.K. Rowling.
Author's Note: Please review!! Please!!
PG-13ish
Chapter 8
*****************************************************
(At the masquerade. Lily's PoV)
We made our way down to the Great Hall. It was decorated beautifully. There were pumpkins hanging and candles hanging. Live bats flew all around the hall. The Ghostly Guys were the entertainment. I still can't believe Dumbledore was able to book them.
James wrapped his arm around Bella and steered her over to a table. Sirius did the same to Lindsey, and out of nowhere Remus's arm snaked around my waist. I looked up at him and smiled.
"Come on Lils. I know how hungry you are," Remus said winking. Did he have to bring up lunch today? Oh well!
We sat down at the table that seated our friends. "How do we get the food?" Sirius inquired starting to panic.
"I think we say it into the menu," James said looking around. "Pork chops and mashed potatoes." James's plate soon filled. That is so cool!
We all ended up ordering the same thing. We soon finished eating and the tables were cleared. Now chairs lined the walls. I guess they were for couples that didn't want to dance. The Ghostly Guys struck up a slow tune. Couple after couple made their way to the dance floor. Lindsey and Sirius were one of the first ones up there.
"Would you care to dance malady?" Remus asked bowing.
"Sure!" I took his hand and he led me on to the floor.
"You look simply enchanting my darling!" I blushed at this comment and Remus noticed. He took this as an advantage and pulled me closer. I smiled to myself.
"So, James and Bella, who would've thought?" I said taking the heat off of me.
"Yeah. Didn't think James would ask frankly." Unfortunately, the song ended all too soon and I reluctantly pried my arms off of him.
"Do you want to sit out this one?"
"Only if you want to Lily." He looked down at me through those gorgeous eyes.
"Ah, do you want to sit outside?"
"Sure!" He took my hand and we walked outside. It was simply magnificent out on the grounds. Bats were skimming the lake and the shrubbery had tiny glittering pumpkins hanging from them. We sat down on a nearby bench.
"It's beautiful out here!" I said taking in the scenery.
"Not as beautiful as you Lily!" I looked up at him as if daring him to be lying. I raised an eyebrow at him.
"Thank-you Remus."
"No problem. Look, umm, Lily, I've been meaning to ask you this for the longest time," Sweet Merlin! He's going to ask me out! "Will you be my girlfriend?" He hesitated a bit and then looked me in the eye.
It took me a while to answer back, due to that fact that I was crying. My wish came true! "I would love to be your girlfriend Remus Lupin!" He smiled at me, and leaned toward me. Remus, my first love, has just given me my first kiss. After we broke apart from the sweet kiss, he took my hand in his and started playing with my fingers. "How long have you been meaning to ask me?" I asked curiously.
"You have no idea how long. It must have been since way back in third year."
"But you and Narcissa?"
"It was a very bad mistake," Remus said before swooping down and kissing me again. We got up and made our way back into the Great Hall.
Lindsey came running over to me. "Lils, they are about to announce the winner of the costume contest."
"Have I been outside for that long?" I asked looking over Lindsey's shoulder at James and Bella dancing.
"Yeah, you have," and then very quietly she whispered, "he asked you out didn't he?"
I smiled instantly and she squealed. "Oh, I'm so happy for you!" She looked at Remus and gave him a hug. "You two are so cute together. I'm going to go find Sirius, he's probably still dancing!" With that, she walked away to the dance floor.
Moment later, Dumbledore stood up to make his announcement. "Hello students!" The hall became silent and the few remaining couples on the floor took seats along the wall. He smiled and continued, "The staff and I have been watching you all very intently, and I would like to say, you all did a wonderful job on the costumes!" At this, the hall erupted with claps. Dumbledore raised his arms, and it was quiet once more. "Unfortunately, we must only pick two people to win. When I announce the winners, I would like the lucky two to come up here, where they shall share a dance. Without further ado, the winners! The queen of the costume is Miss Lily Evans, and the king of the costume is Mr. James Potter."
I won! Damn it, Remus didn't win! I have to dance with James. Not too bad, but it's still not the same. I looked over at James and he was walking over to me. "Shall we," he said charmingly.
I blushed. Wait, why did I blush. Oh Merlin! I took his hand and he led me up toward where Dumbledore stood. "Congratulations, Lily, James!"
"Thank-you Professor!" we said in unison. The Ghostly Guys stuck up another slow song and James led me to the dance floor where all eyes were on us.
We swayed to the melody. "It's embarrassing having everyone watch us," I whispered in James's ear.
"Tell me about it, but who the hell care really. You havin' a good time?"
"Yeah! I'm having a great time," I said smiling up at him. He returned the smile and we continued to dance. He was a wonderful dancer. No wonder all the girls wanted him. A minute into the song, more couples joined us. I saw Bella make her way over to us. I frowned. This song is for James and I to dance to, right?
"May I cut in?" Bella asked looking at me.
I looked at her for a few seconds and then reluctantly said, "Sure," through gritted teeth. I have no idea why I'm so angry over this. "I'll talk to you later James."
"Yeah. Bye Lily!" I noticed Bella smile and give James a kiss. He smiled too and put his arms around her. Is it right for me to say that I'm jealous? I mean, sure I've got Remus, and Merlin knows I love him, but who knows! I looked around and Remus was nowhere to be found. Ugh, where is that man of mine.
I headed outside and found Remus sitting next to Lindsey and Sirius who were snogging. "Having fun honey?" I asked amused.
"Wha- oh yeah," he replied grinning. I sat on his lap and he began to play with my hair. "You have stunning hair Lils!"
"Thanks Remy! You have nice hair too!" He laughed and wrapped his arms around my waist. I turned around and looked at Remus, as if asking him to startled Sirius and Lindsey. He did a great impression of Professor Alcon.
"Black, Laurence! My office now for public display of affection!" Remus bellowed in a voice identical to Alcon.
"Holy sh-" Sirius started, but looked around and noticed it was only he, Lindsey, Moony and myself outside. "I'm going to kill you Moony!" I giggled and Lindsey looked as if she were going to have a heart attack.
Justin Brennen, the head boy, came flying outside. He stopped dead in front of Lindsey. Panting he said, "Lindsey, will you dance with me?"
She looked a little puzzled, and then replied, "What, here?"
"No. Inside. Please!" Justin pleaded. A funny thing about Justin is that he can have any girl he wants. He's smart, handsome, funny and head boy. Yet, he pines over Lindsey, and she has Sirius.
"Is it alright with you hun?" she asked turning to Sirius.
"Huh- oh yeah sure," he said dismissively glaring daggers at Justin.
"Okay," she said brightly and got up. "I'll be back in a few. Don't do anything rash Snuffles."
"Snuffles?" Remus asked, his eyes dancing with amusement.
"Got a problem with that Moony. Lindsey gives me pet names (no pun intended. . .Lol!) so what. Lily will start giving you pet names."
"She already has," Remus mumbled. I giggled some more.
"What's that Remus? I can't hear you!" Sirius said smirking.
"I said she already has!" Aww, poor Remy!
"That's what I thought!"
"You know Padfoot, Lindsey has been gone for quite a long time. . ." Remus started.
"Oh Merlin! You're right. I'm going to go rescue her from Brennen." And with that, Sirius ran up the stairs and out of sight.
"Well, that was a good way to get us some alone time," I smiled, snuggling closer to him.
"Thanks!" he said smirking and putting his arm around my shoulders. I put my head on his shoulder, but no sooner than I did, he lifted my head and we started kissing. After snogging for a good while, Lindsey ran outside.
"Do you know where Sirius is?" she asked looking around.
"He went inside looking for you."
"Oh! Okay, you two may go back to whatever you were doing," she said grinning.
"Where were we?" I asked.
"I think we were about here," Remus stated pushing his lips to mine. On a whole, I would have to say that this ball went pretty damn well.
At around 11 o'clock, Remus and me made our way inside. The hall was crowed with students.
"Have a good time?" James asked swinging an arm over my shoulder.
I shrugged his arm off and said, "Not that you would care, but yes I had a wonderful time. Me and Remus are going out!"
"You're what?" He inquired frowning.
"Are you that dim James? Me- and- Remus- are- going- out!" I said slowly articulating every word.
"Look, you should know something about Remus."
"Whatever it is I'm fine with it, Potter!" I stalked off in search of Lindsey. I didn't feel like talking to Bella at the moment. What the hell was James trying to do. Nothing he can say or do will change my mind about Remus! NOTHING!
I reached the Fat Lady portrait, whispered the password and walked in. The only people in there were Sirius and Lindsey. They were out of their costumes and working on an essay.
"Well now's the perfect time to work on an essay," I said bitterly.
"We're almost done. We came inside around 10 o'clock. The dance was becoming a bit of a drag," Lindsey said putting her quill down.
"What's bumming you?" Sirius asked noticing my glum expression.
"James! He is so infuriating!"
"Why am I not surprised to hear that?" Sirius asked grinning.
"He thinks that because we are friends now, he can boss me around and tell me what to do! I don't think so!" I continued.
"What did he say?" Lindsey inquired leaning against Sirius.
"I don't want to talk about it!" Bella came trudging in. She spotted me and darted toward me.
"What's your problem Lily?"
"My problem? Ha, my problem! Why don't you ask your boyfriend what my problem is! He should clarify everything!" I yelled in a hissy fit.
"Calm down Lily! James told me everything! Why did you blow up in his face when he didn't even do anything!"
"You of all people should know!" Sirius and Lindsey looked at each other dumbstruck. I ran upstairs.
Moments later, Lindsey emerged through the door and sat down on my bed. "What's wrong Lils?"
"Oh I have no idea! James is just- and Bella! It just doesn't help! Remus is a sweetheart, and I love him to death! Why am I getting so emotional?" I answered.
"Oh don't worry. Everything will get sorted out. Just apologize to Bella."
"I am not apologizing to Bella. It wasn't her place to interfere in the first place!" I turned over and pretended to snore.
"Okay, okay! I get the hint! Goodnight Lily! We'll talk in the morning."
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Author's note: Here's chapter 8! Hope you enjoy it! Please review! Oh and please check out my other story 'Some Things Happen For a Reason'! Oh and please REVIEW!! ^_^
I'll update soon!