Title: Of Death, Betrayal and Love

Disclaimer: I own basically nothing. Everything goes to the wonderful JKR.

A/N: Hey all! First off I just want to say a few things. I'll be trying to stay on JKR's cannon for the story, but there's only so much we know. Lily will be Muggleborn and James pureblood. (There's some discussion of James not being pureblooded, but in this story he is.) I hope James and Lily don't come off as OOC. Then again we don't know much about them. If they seem OOC don't kill me, lol, it's my way of interpreting them.

It might seem James and Lily are moving fast but this is their 7th year, and by now they both like each other; maybe just a little, or maybe more.

Enjoy!

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"There's always that one person
That will always have your heart
You never see it coming cause
You're blinded from the start
Know that you're that one for me,
It's clear for everyone to see."
-Usher "My Boo"

Chapter: Hidden feelings

Lily Evans walked through the halls of Hogwarts, looking for any students out of bed at this late hour. Her Head Girl badge glistened on her chest as she walked near a candle. She loved walking around at night by herself. There was something soothing about the castle at night, it helped her clear her mind and think of more important things, life after school, NEWT's, prefect meetings, classes and most of all staying clear away from Potter.

She frowned as she neared a classroom with a light on. 'I wonder what someone's up to.' She thought peeking inside. She immediately scowled and slammed the door open.

"POTTER!" Her voice rang through the classroom and hallway.

James jumped up and turned around, his face flushed. "Evans?"

She looked at the girl he was with and snapped "Ten points from Ravenclaw, Ms. Finnegan. Think next time before you go gallivanting at night with the Head boy."

The girl looked down embarrassed and ran out of the room. James scowled "Thanks a lot Evans."

Lily glared at him "You would think the Head Boy," He cringed as she stressed the word Head Boy "Would have some responsibility! Your job is to make sure NO students are out of their Common Rooms after 9. Your job is NOT to take students into Classrooms and snog until the early morning hours."

James hid his embarrassment "Oh come on Evans, live a little" He walked over to her, eyes sparkling "Throw out your rule book, let your hair down, have fun. Have you even heard of that word?"

She scowled "My idea of fun isn't snogging in an empty classroom."

"I bet you don't even know how to have fun." He said smirking

"I do tons of fun stuff" She said

"Sure," He said not quite believing her.

"It's true"

"You may do fun stuff. But not cool fun stuff." He hid a smile

"I do really, really, really cool fun stuff," She said, starting to get aggravated.

"Really, really, really cool stuff?"

"Yes," She said crossing her arms and smiling a triumphant grin.

He waved her off "Like I'm going to believe that."

"Funner then your stuff" She growled

"Just admit it," He said smirking "I know my cool stuff better then you."

Lily screamed in frustration and walked out of the classroom yelling "No you don't!"

James laughed softly and sighed once she was around the corner. He walked over to the nearest window, and looked out. The grounds were quiet and peaceful. The window was open and a soft breeze flew through his black hair.

"James?" Came a shy voice from around the corner. He looked up and nodded "Jezebel"

"Is she gone?" She asked grabbing onto his arm and smiling. James nodded but looked away. "Want to continue?"

He looked back towards her and shook his head "I can't"

She pouted "Why?"

He shrugged "I don't know"

"It's because of her, isn't it?" She said angrily "Do you have feelings for Evans?"

He quickly shook his head "No...It's..."

She silenced him with a look "Don't lie to me. I can tell you see someone else when you look into my eyes." She stepped back "I've got to go"

"Jezebel wait," He said grabbing her arm "It's nothing like that. I like you a lot."

"Then what is it like, James?" She asked "Because I know it has something to do with Evans. Do you love her?"

James looked at the corner Lily turned down and whispered "I do"

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Lily walked angrily into the Common Room and pushed a grinning Sirius away from her "Get away, Black"

He smirked "What's wrong, Evans? See James again?"

She glared at him and he stepped away holding up his hands. She ran up the stairs and into her dorm. There were only four girls sorted into Gryffindor that year and they were all friends. Her best friend Arya was sitting on the bed next to her's, writing in a diary. She had black hair that fell a little past her shoulders and sea-gray eyes. Arya looked up "Everything ok, Lil's?"

Lily walked over to her bed and started beating her pillows. "He is such a prick! I don't know why I even bother anymore!" She looked up and glared at Arya who was grinning. "I don't see what is so funny"

"Of course you don't Lily," She said smiling

"Is Lily complaining about James again?" Asked Priscilla, who was opening her curtains to see everyone clearly. Her slightly curled brown hair was tied back and her honey colored eyes searched the room for Lily.

Lily looked at the brunette and nodded "He's being a jerk"

"We all know he loves you, Lily" Said Arya and Priscilla giggling

Lily threw a pillow at both of them "He does not"

"He asked you out, Lily" Said Sabrina, joining in the conversation. She had dark brown curly hair and piercing blue eyes.

"Be quiet Bri," Said Lily throwing a pillow at her "You don't have to put up with Potter"

"Remember when Priscilla went out with him in 5th year?" Asked Sabrina laughing

"Who didn't James go out with" Stated Lily scowling

"Aren't we a bit touchy," Said Arya laughing "Frustrated?"

"Very," Said Lily sighing "If Potter would just leave me alone for a few days maybe I'll get my sanity back." She laid down and closed her eyes.

"Do you really want him to leave you alone," Asked Arya yawning "Won't you miss him at all?"

Lily shrugged "Probably not," She yawned "Well it's late and there's classes tomorrow." Everyone said goodnight and the lights were out in a couple of minutes.

Lily tossed and turned in her bed; but it was no use, she couldn't get to sleep. There were too many things on her mind. The walk was supposed to clear her head, not make it more confused. Sure she hated Potter ever since 3rd year, but he changed over the summer, even she changed over the break.

She sighed and stared at the ceiling. 'I hate being confused,' She thought 'Especially being confused about Potter.' She felt her eyes droop closed and the last thing she heard was "Give him a chance..."

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James walked into the Common Room, sulking. Sirius was lounging on a sofa, staring blankly into the fire.

"Padfoot?" He asked walking over. Sirius jumped and looked at James.

"Prongs! It's about time you got back." He looked towards the girls staircase "Lily went up a few minutes ago, nearly took my head off when she came in. What'd you do?"

James sighed and sat down "She caught me and Jeze." He looked down "I don't know what to do Sirius." He said on the verge of a breakdown "Lily's the only girl I've ever really cared about and I can't even get her to talk to me."

"Are you serious about her James?" Asked Sirius

James nodded.

"Then you've got to be serious about when you want. No more joking around and no more girls. Show her you care." Sirius smiled "Now I don't mean to sound all sappy, but I had to say it."

James nodded "I'll do it Sirius, I'll try and get Lily." He looked up "No more trivial things either." He smiled "It'll be difficult, but I'm gona do it."

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Professor McGonagall walked into her classroom and everyone immediately sat down. She looked around approvingly "Today you will be turning your chair into a more comfortable item." The flicked her wand and notes appeared on the board. "Copy the notes, study the process and memorize the spell. It is pronounced 'Sessio Vicissitudo'. When saying the spell have a clear picture of the object in your mind."

She walked over to her desk and sat down "Pick a partner to work with, you may talk." Students began shifting around when she said "Potter you and Black are not allowed to work in a group." She looked up "You lost your privilege back in 4th year. Must I remind you everyday?"

James nodded and moved away from Sirius "Yes professor"

Sirius walked towards Arya and she looked up "Will you be my partner?" His eyes stayed on her.

Arya glanced at Lily who was copying the notes and nodded "Sure Sirius, let's work over their." They moved to an open spot near the window when Lily looked up and sighed.

"And Black steals my partner," She said "Wonderful"

"I'll be your partner," Said James walking over "And I swear that I will behave." He crossed his heart and nodded.

Lily stared at him for sometime before nodding "Fine, but if you annoy me..." She trailed off as he sat down. "Want to go first?"

He shook his head "Why don't you try, that way I won't get bored and I'll be able to help you."

Lily looked at him weirdly but nodded; she closed her eyes and pictured a blue stool. 'Better to start off small,' She thought "Sessio Vicissitudo" She said out loud. Her seat shook but remained the same. She sighed "I'll never get this subject"

James shook his head and got up to stand next to her. "You're saying everything right except your waving your wand wrong." He put his hand on hers and she bit her lip "Now, close your eyes and picture a beautiful chair" Lily nodded and did so "Move your hand with mine and say the spell"

"Sessio Vicissitudo" She said softly as James moved the wand. She opened her eyes and grinned. It was a huge red and gold arm chair complete with pillows and a reclining ability. She walked over and sat down in it.

"It's beautiful," Said James looking at her "Good job"

She looked away, unsure. "Thanks for helping me Potter. I really appreciate it"

He nodded "Now, if you'll excuse me, my fair lady" His eyes twinkled "Peter is in need of my assistance. I think he accidentally transfigured Remus into a bird."

Lily looked over and laughed at Remus' arm's which were now wings. James walked over and she looked down at the chair. 'It was nice of Potter to help me,' She thought 'I wonder what he wants though.'

'Maybe he wanted to be helpful?' Said a voice, hiding laughter.

'Arya,' Thought Lily angrily 'Get out of my head.'

'Fine,' She said 'but I stand by what I said last night. I think he loves you.

Lily scowled but said nothing.

'And word to the wise Lil's, next time never leave your mind open.'

Lily closed her eyes and immediately put up walls around her thoughts. Arya was a skillful Allureian, or as she put it "a mind-reader".

"Well done, Ms. Evans," Said McGonagall surveying the chair "Ten points to Gryffindor."

"Professor," Said Lily "Pott-James helped me."

She raised an eyebrow "Did he?"

Lily nodded "He was very helpful. I couldn't have done it without him." Her eyes widened 'Am I complementing Potter?'

McGonagall nodded "Regardless of him, you've transfigured a beautiful chair, and you may take it with you. Come after you're done for the day."

Lily nodded and watched as she moved onto the next group. She looked down and the velvet chair and traced the gold edges. It was hard to admit it, but maybe a part of her really liked this kid.

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A/N: So, how was the first chapter? Up-dates might not be for a while, but I'll work on it. I also, want to make them longer. This is about 6 pages.

-Moony (Old penname)