I'M SO SORRY! I have been soooo busy! I just.... I dunno. Please forgive me? I got too attached to our new Xbox. XD

Anyways... this chapter is filled with adventures of The Marauders. Fluff-orama!!!

Any suggestions and such would be much appreciated.

Also, a warning. Slight swearing in this chapter. Aww, fuck it, swearing's everywhere. XX Did I just say that?

Edit;; Fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck! Yeah, I'm pissed. I had to reupload all the fucking chapters, so here you go. Fuck. And sorry about my cursing.

Disclaimer: I own nothing....... Except for the plot!!! And thank you for letting me use Raven... More likely forcing me. -ducks- XDDDD

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Chapter Four
Books and Surprises

I watched in slight bafflement and wonder as the Marauders (mostly Dad and Sirius) taunted Severus Snape severely. How could they do that? I had thought the Marauders' to be those of chivalry and valiance. But no- they were much less then that as I continued on, reliving the memories their past.

It seemed funny at first, but as I watched longer, I grew rather ashamed. It all began with Sirius, James, and Remus by the lake, hidden in the shadows of the looming trees. Well, Remus was actually perched on a tree, reading a book on werewolves, while the other two waited in anticipation for their favorite person to come along- Severus 'Snivelly' Snape.

"Shh.. Here he comes!" "Ha, this will kill his pride forever!" "Oh damn, did he see us?" "Shut up you prat!" The two were captured in a flurry of excited whispers. I almost rolled my eyes at the two- always finishing each other's sentences, bickering so casually, flirting as if their lives depended on it. All in all, I was laughing much watching them.

As Snape stalked forward, I was struck by how much of a loner he seemed. Greasy, charcoal hair that hung limply around his terribly pale face. A long nose that hooked queerly at the end, and he was strangely tall and thin, with not an ounce of muscle upon him. His bony fingers clutched a thick, black book and as he settled himself upon the grass, I went forward to catch the title of the book. Moste Potente Potions. I raised an eyebrow and slunk back under the tree of which Remus sat hidden in.

As if on cue, I saw Sirius's wand wave and I heard a faint,"Wingardium Leviosa!" Instantly, Snape began hover in the air, and onlookers about the grounds immediately heard his curses that rang out. He was being floated over to the lake, and with the racket he was making, it appeared the Giant Squid was very much disturbed. A great tentacle swiped out and wrapped it's slimy.... arm about his ankle, throwing him about. His robes had fallen, as had his book, which was caught by the hand's of a deft James.

"Ah.... Now, Snivelly, what would Madame Pince think if she caught you with this smuggled book? From the Restricted section?" he taunted, waving the book about just as the swearing Snape was tossed onto the grass once more.

"Fuck you Potter! Give it back!" He shrieked, lunging at James. My father laughed and side-stepped, waving the book just out of reach from Snape. As one could only imagine, this only infuriated him further. "Give me the damn book Potter!" He hollered, his voice rising with each syllable. Many were still laughing, if rather nervously.

"No can do Snivell-"

"Damn, James, give him the book back!" came a familiar voice. I moved my gaze to see a fuming redhead, my mother. Her green eyes were flashing dangerously and her dark robes billowed about her tall, thin frame like flames. My brows furrowed as I saw two girls run up to join her.

One was short, and tiny, with a fragile-looking form with thick, yet wispy, sandy brown hair that hung around her pale face in gentle waves. Large, luminous blue-gray eyes gazed uncertainly at the Marauders, flashing a look towards Remus with a smile, who returned it. Beside her was a girl, slightly taller with almond shaped green eyes that glinted in fury from the dark shadows of the concealing hood. A large hound was beside her, and he seemed to lick his fangs as he gazed at James's fresh set of robes. He glanced up at the girl and she shook her head as if telling him to wait.

"James Potter, if you don't unhand that book and tell these gits to clear off, Hades will-" began Lily, but she was cut off by a suddenly fearful James.

"Hades? Damn, Raven, keep him away from me!" He edged away, only to bump into a Sirius, who was staring at the hooded girl, a mixture of fear and admirance in his eyes. I raised a brow and watched the group. The crowds of students were seperating, going there own ways, and soon, no one was left except for the three girls, Snape, and the Marauders'.

"James, drop the book or Hades will attack. He awaits my signal." came the slightly amused voice of the hooded girl. Her finger was poised, prepared to send Hades on the attack. I moved a bit closer and continued to listen. Dad just glared at the girl then dropped the book.

"Don't you dare-" A second later, Hades had tackled James and was wrestling the struggling and yelling boy, all the while sinking his jaws into the now tattered hem of James's robes. Laughter ensued, and as I looked around, I realized that Snape and the book had disappeared. I glanced towards the castle and caught a glimpse of Snape hurrying up the steps.

"So, Raven, who are you going to the ball with?" asked a slick Sirius. The hooded girl turned to him, and her green eyes seemed to laugh at him. "You, you moron." Sirius immediately turned red by his, ahem, stupid mistake. Laughing, I stepped closer, eager to be around them.

Raven let out an amused laugh and plopped herself down on the grass. She beckoned for the other girl to sit, and soon they were side by side, with Sirius leaning against the tree Remus was sitting on. James of course, was still being attacked by Hades. Raven looked up at Remus, and her hood slid back a bit as she spoke. "So, Moony when do you plan on asking Morgan to the ball?" As if on cue, the girl beside her turned scarlet, as did Remus. Remus coughed, and glanced at Raven before speaking.

"Um, truthfully, I wasn't planning on-" He was cut off by an exasperated Sirius. "Aw, cut the crap and ask her." Lily shot Sirius an angry glare, as if telling him to silence himself. The girl beside Raven, Morgan, let out a nervous laugh, averting her gaze towards the grass. An awkward silence followed, and Morgan soon looked up to catch the gaze of Remus. Her red face grew calm and serene once more and the two seemed to gaze at each other with a silent understanding. Remus bit his lip then nodded.

"Morgan, will you go to the ball with me tonight?"

Morgan continued to stare at him, then smiled, nodding her head. Immediately, Sirius clapped his hands and said,"Great, yet another match set up. Now for James and Lily." He glanced at Lily slyly from the side, and she just stared at him pointedly. After no response, Lily let out an exasperated groan. By now, Dad was sitting on the grass, panting hard whilst staring at Mum in anticipation.

"Fine! If you'll all shut up and stop bugging me I'll go with him!" She cried. James immediately leaped up, whooping loudly. Sirius stared at him, and his laughter died down to a chuckle. "Um.. Thanks Lily." He said, biting his lip.

I glanced over the group again and was struck by how happy they looked. Morgan, now sitting under the tree Remus was in, Sirius, standing behind a grinning Raven, and.. well, Mum and Dad were standing next to each other in an uncomfortable silence. Oh, and Hades staring at Dad's robes in anticipation. A grin was plastered on my face, and I let out a laugh. It was so good, to be here with them all...

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The Ball

It apparently was an Autumn Ball, and I was so excited just to see everyone together. I, of course, tagged along with the Marauders (where was Peter?) who were all talking excitedly in inaudible whispers. Huddling next to them, I listened in on their upcoming prank.

We were all upstairs in the Boys' Dormitory (Geez, it looked different. More spacious then.) The trio getting ready for the ball. Sirius was busy gelling his hair in the mirror, flashing himself smiles, causing Remus to roll his eyes.

Sirius was dressed simply; loose, black slacks with a crisp, button-up shirt, with long, flowing robes of black fitted snugly over him. The hem was dancing with silver embroidery, and I noticed how he enchanted his eyes to look an evil red. How anyone would find that attractive was a mystery to me...

Remus was standing in front of a long mirror, biting his lip at his outfit. He was clad in slacks similar to Sirius's, only a dusty gray, with a loose, white tunic-top underneath his gray robes. Along the hem and going upwards were various designs and moons in white thread. James was just lounging about on his fourposter, staring at the ceiling, deep in thought. I never got a chance to get a good look at his outfit, for just as I was glancing at him, I felt an arm grip my arm.

I was being pulled from the memory! A white light encircled me, and once more, I was in the crimson room. I opened my mouth to speak, but was cut off.

"Go, Harry! Now! Your friends are coming up to your dormitory, and you can't exactly be found like this. Go!" And with that, my mother faded from my view and I felt something- or someone- push me out, just as she said one more thing. "Come back later."

I let out a cry as I came tumbling back onto my bed, just as the door flew open. I looked up expecting to see the face of Ron, but was met by Hermione's.

"Where the hell were you? What is going on with you? What did you do to Ron?" She snapped, her face strangely red. I was puzzled- how did she get so mad easily? I shook my head and stared at her. She was clutching a book, and I caught the title before she could hastily hide it from view.

Beginner's Guide to Ancient Arithmancy

What?

I stared at Hermione as she shoved the book behind her. "Since when do you need a Beginner's Guide to Arithmancy?" I asked incredulously. Her cheeks burned an even brighter red as she mumbled back a reply.

"What was that?"

She looked up and glared at me. "I'm tutoring Malfoy on Arithmancy."

"WHAT!?!" I hollered, leaping to my feet. "Why didn't you tell us? Did Professor Vector tell you too?" My blood was boiling. Who knew what Malfoy could do to her!

Hermione hung her head and answered in a small squeak,"No."

I held out my hands as if waiting for more. A small sigh escaped her lips, and her head hung down farther, letting her tawny locks shield her face from me. "He asked me too."

My jaw fell and I stared at her in astonishment. "Draco Malfoy asked you that? Holy shit!" Hermione immediately looked up at me and narrowed her eyes, as if warning me on my language. I smiled a sheepish, apologetic smile.

Hermione let out another sigh and perched herself on the edge of the nearest bed. "Yes. Dra- Malfoy asked me. He seemed genuinely worried." Her face scrunched up in anger as she thought. "Of course, not too worried to stop calling me 'mudblood'." She spat, glaring a hole into the floor.

I noticed her anger and sadness, so I stood up and walked over to her. Sitting beside her, I wrapped one arm around her. "I know it hurts 'Mione. But you can't let him step on you now. He's just another git out there trying to make you fall on your way to success. Don't think about him at all." Where were these words coming from? Me?

Hermione turned and smiled at me, but tears were in her eyes. The salted droplets began to fall, and I brushed them away. "It's okay 'Mione." I embraced her quickly, and stalked out the door, unconscious of my hand slipping the red journal into my pocket.

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Ack, I promised Fluff. I don't know, things changed. X.x It's alright, next chapter contains fluff- I believe will all the Marauders. evil laugh XDDDD

Damn, it took me decades to find that bloody Professor's name. Professor Vector. Holy crap, it took forever...

And once again, please accept my apology. I have no intention to delete this story. I intend to tie it in with a story I will write after, a HG/DM story. Await the story, 'A Link to the Present'. XDD

Yeah, Something's going on with Draco and Mione. Ahh, but it will not be answered in this story. X.X Well, I guess it will at the end. XDDD

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Lady Tide