A/N-Sorry about the extremely long wait for this. I'll try to be better about it in the future. As always, I own anything you don't recognize.. I hope you like this!

Lily, James, Remus, Sirius and Peter trekked their way up to Dumbledore's office.

"Dumbledore," called Lily, when they arrived in front of the door.

"Come in," he said. "Take a seat; I just need to finish a little paperwork." A little later, "Okay, so why are you here? Did you get in trouble again Sirius?"

"No, something a bit more serious than Sirius," explained Remus.

Dumbledore's face grew hard, but soft, in a worried way. "What's the problem?" he asked.

"Lily, you start out," James said softly.

"Well, Headmaster.. As you know, I'm dating Lucius," started Lily.

"Ahh, Mr. Malfoy. Yes, go on," replied Dumbledore.

"Well, we researched, and he's half-veela. He's cunning and is making her fall in love with him, even if she doesn't want to," explained Remus.

Concerned, Dumbledore asked, "Is this true?"

Lily sighed. She still 'loved' Lucius, but she knew she had to do this. "Yes, it's a bit fuzzy, but I think so," she said.

"I believe you Lily, but would you mind doing a pensive so I can see exactly what happened?" asked Dumbledore.

"Okay.." Lily said, unsure of herself.

"Don't worry Lils" James said, putting his hand on her shoulder. "It'll be okay," he said assuringly.

Dumbledore brought a bowl from his closet. Lily did the pensive. She sat back in her chair and started to cry a little. James and Remus went over to her and whispered, "It's okay. Don't cry Lilya."

Dumbledore got up from looking into the pensive, and looked a bit pale. "Lily, can you lift up your sleeve so I can see your arm?" he asked.

Slowly, Lily did. There were some bruises and scratches. They gasped.

"Do you remember how you got these?" questioned Dumbledore.

"Not really. I just can't seem to remember. I might have tripped or something, as I am quite clumsy," Lily explained.

"Lily, you didn't fall. It was Lucius. He hit you," said Dumbledore.

"W-what?" stuttered Lily.

"This is more serious than I originally thought. I'm going to have to take action. Thank you guys for coming, good day now," Dumbledore said as the five walked out the door.

Lily had tears streaming down her face. "Thank you guys," she sniffled.

"Do you want to talk? To one, or all of us?" asked Sirius while looking into her big, sad, green eyes.

"Not really right now, but thank you. Really. I just.. wish I had someone to talk to. There's no one I'm u really /u close to. I mean, I have Bryony and Jemma, but still, it's not as close. Ever since Devon died…" she trailed off.

James hugged her and started stroking her back.

"Thanks guys. I'm going to go do some of Gangey's homework. I'll see you at lunch," said Lily.

James was glad it was Saturday so he was free for the afternoon. Since he had two hours before lunch, James invited Sirius to practice quidditch until then. He wanted to get some of his anger out. Quidditch was a huge love to James. He was a chaser on Gryffindor team. And one of the best players in a long time. Sirius often practiced with James so it was a custom for them. whoosh Another quaffle through the hoop.

"You really like her, don't you?" asked Sirius.

"Is it that obvious?" replied James.

The answer shone through Sirius's face. "In everything," he said.

"Do you think she can tell?" asked James, worriedly.

"Maybe partly, but I don't think all the way," explained Sirius.

"Hmm.. you know what we should do? Especially since a lot of us are feeling a bit down," asked James.

"I know what you're saying. A party. Definitely! But where?" asked Sirius.

"Why not the Room of Requirements?" suggested James.

"Perfect. After lunch we'll take the hidden passageway that leads to the cellar of Honeydukes and buy some butterbeer," said Sirius.

Lily was one of the last to come down to lunch. She arrived with Bryony-Jane and Karin. They sat across from the Marauders.

James and Sirius passed a note around to their friends..

Party

7-11

Room of Requirements

After lunch was finished and they were all walking out together when Lucius came up and said, "Lily, how are you babe? Want to come over to my common room?"

Lily replied, "Leave me alone Malfoy."

"Touché, what's the matter sweetie?" Lucius asked laying on the veela charm.

James jumped in front of Malfoy to try to stop Lily from being affected.

"Quit it Malfoy. Just leave," Lupin stated quite firmly.

"And why should I? She's my girlfriend!" shouted Lucius, lunging for James.

"Mr. Malfoy, can you come with me? We need to have a word," said Dumbledore firmly.

"B-b-but he started it. Take him too," stuttered Lucius.

"I said come with me Lucius," boomed Dumbledore.

The Marauders and Lily raced out of the Great Hall.

"So, who wants to help set up for the party?" asked Sirius.

"I can help with decorations," Lily said.

"Okay. And I'll do music and some snacks," offered James.

"I'll get the butterbeer and other drinks. Do we want any biscuits?" asked Sirius.

"Ooh, I do! Chocolate chip!" piped in Peter.

"Oookay. I'll do whatever anyone needs me to," said Lupin.

James walked into the Room of Requirements. "Lookin' good," he said.

"I hope you're talking about the decorations," replied Lily.

"Of course!" James exclaimed with mock hurt. "Anyways, I have the CDs. Ahh, you brought a CD player. Thank you!" James said.

"Actually it was already there. Along with the tables," said Lily.

"Well, like I said, the decorations look great. I'm gonna go get some more stuff so, bye!" said James.

Lily replied, "See ya Potter."

The top years were buzzing with anticipation for this party. It might not be the best, but hey, it was a party, and was going to be fun.

At dinner Severus Snape came over to James and Sirius and said, "I hear you're having a party. I think I shall have to report you."

"But then you wouldn't get to come, would you?" Black pointed out.

"Why would I want to come to one of your stupid parties?" spat Snape.

"Well, you do like Samantha Smith, right?" questioned Sirius.

"No!" rushed Snape all too quickly.

"Aww, little Snivellus has a crush!" proclaimed James.

Lily came to his 'rescue' by saying, "Guys… anyways, just come Severus. I'll even.." she scaveneged her mind for something that wouldn't lead him on, or be too revolting, "dance with you. One dance, keep in mind. And it doesn't mean anything . But it could make Sam jealous if you're going for that.."

"Fine. I won't tellthis time," Snape said as he walked away.

The party was a success. James worked the floor, of course. He danced with near every girl who had come. s Even /s Especially with Lily a few times. Not that he would admit it, but he liked dancing with her the most. And she had to be honest, she enjoyed it too. Remus, Sirius, James and Lily stayed late to clean up. With not much work left, and after putting a romantic, slow CD in, Sirius and Remus were 'tired' and decided to leave. They were enjoying this almost as much as James was. To see James tripping over himself for a girl, instead of vice versa, was one of the most hilarious things they'd seen in a long time.

Lily hiccupped.

"You know what they say the best cure for hiccups is, don't you?" asked James suggestively.

"Potter, don't even think about it!" exclaimed Lily as James leaned in and kissed her.

"Well, it worked, didn't it?" asked James.

"The hiccups are gone, but I think it's more from the fright," said Lily.

"They say it's also the best prevention for the hiccups too. Do you really want to have them again?" asked James.

"Well… I guess I do hate them," replied Lily.

"Okay, let's sit down," suggested James. He had wondered why there had been a couch in the corner of the room. Lily and James snogged for a long time. Finally they broke apart, and headed up to their dormitories.

Lily's thoughts-

Why was I so stupid. James likes girls . He's never stuck down with one. But I think I'm falling for him. I don't want to, but he's been there for me-through the whole Lucius Malfoy thing. Ack, that was horrible just writing his name. I'm really grateful that Remus, Sirius, Peter and James helped me. Who knows where I'd be otherwise. Naïve, withstanding Malfoy's abuse.

James's thoughts-

Wow, that was amazing. I really like her. More than I've ever liked anyone before. I hope she can feel the same way. I just feel, different about her. Like maybe she's the one.

The next day at breakfast was awkward. James and Lily avoided glances, and when they made eye contact, blushed like crazy. Everyone could tell something had happened. After breakfast Lily went into the boy's dormitory wanting to talk to James. Lupin, Black, everyone left to give them some privacy.

"They didn't have to leave," said Lily.

"Yeah…" replied James.

Neville came back in. "Oops, forgot my wand. Sorry, sorry," he said as he grabbed his wand and walked out.

(A/N-sorry, I couldn't help but reference the last few lines to my favorite movie. Can anyone tell what it is? Come on Yen, I know you should!)

"So… how are you?" asked James.

"Pretty good, you?" answered Lily.

"Good. Um, about last night. I really liked it," said James.

"I did too," replied Lily.

"So, do you wanna try it again?" asked James with a mischievous look in his eyes.

"Potter, it's not that I don't like you, it's just that… I don't want to get hurt. I know you're a ladies man, and I'm more of a 'one person' person. Sorry," said Lily.

"But Lily!" James exclaimed, "I like you more than anyone else before. I really like you. Will you go out with me?"

Lily replied with a kiss. "Well, I gotta go Potter, but I'll see you at lunch."

Okay, that's it for now. I hope you liked it! Please review and recommend! Any suggestions or whatever, let me know!