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A/N: I just finished reading Is It Really You? By Lily Princess, It's SO
good. I recommend that everyone read it!
" James!" James turned around to see Lily Evans running towards him. She had her robes open, and underneath she was wearing a short red skirt, and a whit collared bit too-tight shirt. Her tie was loose around her neck. Lily's hair was tied up in half up half down kind of style and her green eyes were lined and the mascara had been put on. She was smiling, and caught up with him. She looks really good, James thought. Even if it may not be for me.
" What do you want Evans?" he sighed.
"Look James, I'm really sorry about what I did today in transfiguration. You see the thing is, I have a reputation at stake! I don't want people to be talking wrong things about me. I'm really sorry, but I don't take back what I said. You do have beautiful eyes." She said. Man, I'm a good actress, Lily said to herself.
"Yea, I guess it's ok. I mean you are REALLY popular and all. I didn't take you seriously. Don't worry." He replied.
"I was wondering if maybe you'd like to go to Hogsmeade with me?" she asked.
"Look Evans, I would go with you if we were a couple, but right now I don't even know you. Forget friendship", James said. Oh man, what was she going to do? Lily thought frantically. Okay how about you put on your Evans charm- wait there is no Evans charm. Well, make one up!
"Okay James, give me a chance. I promise you won't regret it", Lily said sticking her hand out. "Until later", she finished under her breath. James took her hand, and smiled at her. The two walked out of the school like that.
Months passed, and James had agreed to go out with Lily. She had really enjoyed the time with James, but every time she looked at him or heard his voice she cringed. It was the end of May now, and James and Lily were an official couple. They were sitting in the Great Hall; apparently Dumbledore had an announcement to make.
" Dear Students! We have decided on the date for the end of the year ball! It will be June 28, because exams will be over, and it will give you some time to have fun!" Dumbledore announced (a/n: I'm saying that a lot). Everyone cheered; Lily turned to James and grinned. Sirius, you better take back that challenge, because I am SO close to winning, Lily thought evilly.
~*~*~*~*
"Lilykins darling?" asked an eager James.
"Yes dear?" replied an agitated Lily.
"Are we going to the ball together?" he asked.
"Of course, honey", she replied.
~*~*~*~*~*
The exams passed quickly, and everyone was looking forward to the ball. The Marauders, Tina, Bella, and James were going to Hogsmeade to get their robes for the ball. They were all sitting in the Three Broomsticks discussing what they would do at Hogsmeade, and when they would meet back.
"Tina, Bella, and I are going to buy our dress robes, and makeup along with accessories. We can meet back here for butterbeers, around 3:00?" Lily asked.
"Sounds good", agreed Remus.
"Okay then, we'll see you guys in 3 hours", finished Sirius. They all broke off into groups, boys and girls, and left to do their shopping. ~*~*~*~*~*
Lily, Tina, and Bella were wandering around Madam Milkin's robes for all occasions. Lily went over to an emerald green robe that brought out her eyes. She picked it up satisfied, and went to make her purchase. Bella grabbed a gold colored robe, which looked wonderful with her hair and eyes. Tina took a blue robe, which matched her eyes beautifully. The three walked to the accessory section and each bought matching accessories. Lily bought a matching emerald green hair clip, and beautifully matching satin sandals with platform heels. They had crisscrossing straps up to mid-calf. Tina bought blue open toed heeled sandals that had glass heels. Bella bought gold bobby pins, and black strappy sandals that crossed on top of her foot. They bought make up as well.
They met the guys in Three Broomsticks 3 hours later. The group sat down and talked together. As it turned out, Tina and Remus were going "as friends", as well as Sirius and Bella. Patrick had finally asked out Katherine Cline, a pretty, intelligent 6th year Gryffindor who had straight blonde hair and large grayish blue eyes. And of course, James and Lily. The students returned to Hogwarts, and continued on to discuss their plans over the summer and other topics. ~*~*~*~*
"BELLA!!! TINA!! WAKE UP!" cried Lily.
"Huh?" asked Tina groggily.
"GUYS!! The ball's today, remember? We have to get the showers before they are all taken!" Lily persisted.
"Lily, what time is it?" asked Arabella.
"5:00", she answered innocently.
"IN THE MORNING??" yelled Tina.
"Lily sweetie, the ball doesn't start for another 13 hours, so why in Patrick's name are you waking up now?" asked Arabella. "We'll start getting ready in 12 hours, ok? You're a prefect, we'll use those bathrooms."
"Oh yea, I am, aren't I?" grinned Lily. Tina rolled over and groaned into her pillow. Arabella just laughed.
5:00 came before any of them realized it; they all ran to the prefect bathroom, and luckily there was no one in there. After they all had washed their hair, they went upstairs and opened up took out their robes, and make up. At that moment a knock was heard on the door.
"Come in", answered Tina. James walked in holding a box. He turned to Lily.
"This is for you, don't open it until after the ball." He directed thrusting the box into her hands. Lily just placed the box on her bed and thought, Even if acting, being a girlfriend DOES have it's advantages.
"Lily, come here so I can do your hair", called Tina awakening Lily from her thoughts. Tina pulled Lily's hair up into an elegant twist, and placed the clip on top. She pulled out a few wisps of hair to frame her face, and curled the wisps. Tina then did Arabella's hair. She took the pins and pulled up a small portion of hair from each side of Arabella's head, and pinned them back. She curled the ends of the portions. Tina had done a wonderful job. As for herself, she left her thick hair down, and scrunched it.
Lily did everyone's makeup. She started with Tina, and gave her a nice soft blue eye shadow, along with the mascara, and eyeliner. She put some bronze blush on Tina's tan cheeks and used a soft reddish-pink color on her lips. Then went over her lips with gloss. For Arabella, she took some foundation and put it on her eyelids to keep the natural look. She placed eyeliner and mascara, along with a pinkish blush on her cheekbones; she finished with just gloss on her lips. Arabella did Lily's makeup and gave her green eye shadow that matched her eyes beautifully; she also placed eyeliner and mascara on Lily. She put a nice dark red blush on Lily's pale skin, which she rubbed in to give it a more subtle look, she finished with a dark red on Lily's lips.
The girls all changed into their robes, and wore their new shoes. All looked remarkable, and went downstairs to meet their dates. Remus was wearing black robes, and greeted Tina with a jaw drop.
"I hear that's a great way to catch flies." Said Tina breezily. Remus quickly shut his mouth and grinned.
"You look wonderful, very fetching", complimented Remus.
"Why thank you Remus, you look very nice too. Oh and you may want to wipe off the drool, it doesn't look very attractive", she replied as Remus quickly put his hand to his chin to wipe off the drool. Sirius was wearing dark blue robes that complimented Bella's very well. He greeted her by taking her hand and kissing it.
"You look lovely, my dear" he said charmingly. Tina wacked Remus on the head,
" Why can't you be like that?" she asked to a cowering Remus. Arabella laughed.
" Thanks Sirius, you look extremely handsome", Bella, replied shyly. Remus pinched Tina, and said,
" Maybe if you talked to me like that instead of scolding me, I would".
Patrick was wearing tan robes that matched his brown haired- blonde highlights very nicely. He took one look at his date and grinned. Katherine looked very pretty indeed, she was wearing pretty gray robes that made her eyes look more gray than ever. She had left her hair down, a ritual she hardly ever preformed, and had pushed her bangs to one side (a/n: think Sandra Bullock in Miss Congeniality when she first meets the evil pageant lady after her transformation). She was wearing gray satin ballet like slippers. She smiled at Patrick on her way down, and hugged him. He looked surprised, but hugged her back none-the-less.
"Sorry", she said sheepishly, "Couldn't help that".
"Oh, that's ok." Said Patrick looking flattered, " I didn't mind it at all."
"Awwwwww", they looked over to see the two couples smiling at them. Both Patrick and Katherine started laughing.
James walked in the common room, he looked very nice, even though he looked like a tall 11 year old, he looked like a nice tall 11-year old. He was wearing brown robes that fit over his tall body nicely, and hid his wiry body. At that moment Lily came walking down the stairs, James couldn't stop staring. Lily giggled, and thought Tonight is the last night you're going to be seeing me the same way again. She held out her hand, and said
"You look charming, James".
"You look stunning, Lily", he answered back. Not taking his eyes off her, he took her hand and hooked it through his arm, and latched it onto his elbow. They all walked over to the dance. Arabella saw Mundungus and waved him over, he looked gorgeous in his fitting black robes with brown seaming on the cuffs and collar that matched his eyes. He brought his date with him, Amanda Everhart's twin sister, Rachel Everhart. Rachel was as different from Amanda as possible. Rachel was pretty, intellectual, and witty. She had straight shoulder length black hair, and vibrant purple eyes. She was wearing purple robes that made her eyes stand out wonderfully.
"S'up Figgy?" asked Fletcher with his usual greeting.
"Wonderful, Fletcher. Hi Rachel, it's great to see you. How have you been?" Replied Arabella. Rachel was Mundungus's girlfriend, she had gone to Salem so she could get some surgeries on her heart; she attended the Salem School of Magic for the whole year, and came back at the end so she could see Mundungus.
"I'm doing great, especially when they told me I could come see Gus." She answered staring at Fletcher affectionately,
" How are you?"
"I'm doing good, too. Hey, Lily's calling me over I better go. Make sure Dumbledore lets you stay in our dorm, Lily will be so happy to see you. Oh yes, and remember Tina that I told you about? She's here! You have to come and meet her!" cried Bella over her shoulder, waving.
"I'm going to do it", confirmed Lily. She had explained to Tina and Bella about the bet. Neither of them was too keen on her doing it.
"Look, Lily, Are you sure this is what you want to do? I mean James is a very nice guy, he doesn't deserve this." Said a worried Tina.
"It's not like he really cares anyway. He's probably just doing this for popularity." Finished Lily in a tone that stated her decision was final. She walked over to James, a slow song was playing, and got him out to the dance floor. Remus sauntered by, and took Tina right next to where Lily and James were dancing. Tina could see Lily slowly putting her head on James's shoulder. He was whispering something to her, and that's when Lily pulled back with a triumphant look at Sirius. ~*~*~*~*
"James, I really like you, you know that, right?" asked Lily putting her head on James's shoulder.
"Yea, I'm really lucky that I have you." He answered. "How much do YOU like ME, James?" asked Lily.
"I like you so much Lily flower, that I think I might love you." Replied James softly.
That's when all of a sudden Lily pulled back, and turned around for a moment. Then she looked at James, and asked
"What did you say?"
"I love you", he answered this time loud and surer of himself. Lily burst out laughing, and James looked confused.
"Don't you know? You've been had, James. I don't love you, I don't even like you. You think that I would put my reputation on the line for someone like you? Hello! I am Lily Evans, pretty, intelligent, popular, and everything you'll never be. So you've been dreaming this whole time, honey," snarled Lily with an extra drop of sarcasm on the "honey", "It's time to wake up. We are through, we never were, and we never will be."
James just stared at the angel he had been holding in his arms a few moments ago turned into a demon. His heart was breaking, and it hurt. It really hurt. He stood there unmoved, and finally turned around and ran out of the hall. But before leaving, he took one last look at Lily. She was SMILING, it was a joke. It was all a big prank on him. And he had walked right in to it. Lily Evans, he thought, you will never know how much it hurts when someone's heart breaks, and you never will. Because in order for a heart to break, you have to have a heart.
" James!" James turned around to see Lily Evans running towards him. She had her robes open, and underneath she was wearing a short red skirt, and a whit collared bit too-tight shirt. Her tie was loose around her neck. Lily's hair was tied up in half up half down kind of style and her green eyes were lined and the mascara had been put on. She was smiling, and caught up with him. She looks really good, James thought. Even if it may not be for me.
" What do you want Evans?" he sighed.
"Look James, I'm really sorry about what I did today in transfiguration. You see the thing is, I have a reputation at stake! I don't want people to be talking wrong things about me. I'm really sorry, but I don't take back what I said. You do have beautiful eyes." She said. Man, I'm a good actress, Lily said to herself.
"Yea, I guess it's ok. I mean you are REALLY popular and all. I didn't take you seriously. Don't worry." He replied.
"I was wondering if maybe you'd like to go to Hogsmeade with me?" she asked.
"Look Evans, I would go with you if we were a couple, but right now I don't even know you. Forget friendship", James said. Oh man, what was she going to do? Lily thought frantically. Okay how about you put on your Evans charm- wait there is no Evans charm. Well, make one up!
"Okay James, give me a chance. I promise you won't regret it", Lily said sticking her hand out. "Until later", she finished under her breath. James took her hand, and smiled at her. The two walked out of the school like that.
Months passed, and James had agreed to go out with Lily. She had really enjoyed the time with James, but every time she looked at him or heard his voice she cringed. It was the end of May now, and James and Lily were an official couple. They were sitting in the Great Hall; apparently Dumbledore had an announcement to make.
" Dear Students! We have decided on the date for the end of the year ball! It will be June 28, because exams will be over, and it will give you some time to have fun!" Dumbledore announced (a/n: I'm saying that a lot). Everyone cheered; Lily turned to James and grinned. Sirius, you better take back that challenge, because I am SO close to winning, Lily thought evilly.
~*~*~*~*
"Lilykins darling?" asked an eager James.
"Yes dear?" replied an agitated Lily.
"Are we going to the ball together?" he asked.
"Of course, honey", she replied.
~*~*~*~*~*
The exams passed quickly, and everyone was looking forward to the ball. The Marauders, Tina, Bella, and James were going to Hogsmeade to get their robes for the ball. They were all sitting in the Three Broomsticks discussing what they would do at Hogsmeade, and when they would meet back.
"Tina, Bella, and I are going to buy our dress robes, and makeup along with accessories. We can meet back here for butterbeers, around 3:00?" Lily asked.
"Sounds good", agreed Remus.
"Okay then, we'll see you guys in 3 hours", finished Sirius. They all broke off into groups, boys and girls, and left to do their shopping. ~*~*~*~*~*
Lily, Tina, and Bella were wandering around Madam Milkin's robes for all occasions. Lily went over to an emerald green robe that brought out her eyes. She picked it up satisfied, and went to make her purchase. Bella grabbed a gold colored robe, which looked wonderful with her hair and eyes. Tina took a blue robe, which matched her eyes beautifully. The three walked to the accessory section and each bought matching accessories. Lily bought a matching emerald green hair clip, and beautifully matching satin sandals with platform heels. They had crisscrossing straps up to mid-calf. Tina bought blue open toed heeled sandals that had glass heels. Bella bought gold bobby pins, and black strappy sandals that crossed on top of her foot. They bought make up as well.
They met the guys in Three Broomsticks 3 hours later. The group sat down and talked together. As it turned out, Tina and Remus were going "as friends", as well as Sirius and Bella. Patrick had finally asked out Katherine Cline, a pretty, intelligent 6th year Gryffindor who had straight blonde hair and large grayish blue eyes. And of course, James and Lily. The students returned to Hogwarts, and continued on to discuss their plans over the summer and other topics. ~*~*~*~*
"BELLA!!! TINA!! WAKE UP!" cried Lily.
"Huh?" asked Tina groggily.
"GUYS!! The ball's today, remember? We have to get the showers before they are all taken!" Lily persisted.
"Lily, what time is it?" asked Arabella.
"5:00", she answered innocently.
"IN THE MORNING??" yelled Tina.
"Lily sweetie, the ball doesn't start for another 13 hours, so why in Patrick's name are you waking up now?" asked Arabella. "We'll start getting ready in 12 hours, ok? You're a prefect, we'll use those bathrooms."
"Oh yea, I am, aren't I?" grinned Lily. Tina rolled over and groaned into her pillow. Arabella just laughed.
5:00 came before any of them realized it; they all ran to the prefect bathroom, and luckily there was no one in there. After they all had washed their hair, they went upstairs and opened up took out their robes, and make up. At that moment a knock was heard on the door.
"Come in", answered Tina. James walked in holding a box. He turned to Lily.
"This is for you, don't open it until after the ball." He directed thrusting the box into her hands. Lily just placed the box on her bed and thought, Even if acting, being a girlfriend DOES have it's advantages.
"Lily, come here so I can do your hair", called Tina awakening Lily from her thoughts. Tina pulled Lily's hair up into an elegant twist, and placed the clip on top. She pulled out a few wisps of hair to frame her face, and curled the wisps. Tina then did Arabella's hair. She took the pins and pulled up a small portion of hair from each side of Arabella's head, and pinned them back. She curled the ends of the portions. Tina had done a wonderful job. As for herself, she left her thick hair down, and scrunched it.
Lily did everyone's makeup. She started with Tina, and gave her a nice soft blue eye shadow, along with the mascara, and eyeliner. She put some bronze blush on Tina's tan cheeks and used a soft reddish-pink color on her lips. Then went over her lips with gloss. For Arabella, she took some foundation and put it on her eyelids to keep the natural look. She placed eyeliner and mascara, along with a pinkish blush on her cheekbones; she finished with just gloss on her lips. Arabella did Lily's makeup and gave her green eye shadow that matched her eyes beautifully; she also placed eyeliner and mascara on Lily. She put a nice dark red blush on Lily's pale skin, which she rubbed in to give it a more subtle look, she finished with a dark red on Lily's lips.
The girls all changed into their robes, and wore their new shoes. All looked remarkable, and went downstairs to meet their dates. Remus was wearing black robes, and greeted Tina with a jaw drop.
"I hear that's a great way to catch flies." Said Tina breezily. Remus quickly shut his mouth and grinned.
"You look wonderful, very fetching", complimented Remus.
"Why thank you Remus, you look very nice too. Oh and you may want to wipe off the drool, it doesn't look very attractive", she replied as Remus quickly put his hand to his chin to wipe off the drool. Sirius was wearing dark blue robes that complimented Bella's very well. He greeted her by taking her hand and kissing it.
"You look lovely, my dear" he said charmingly. Tina wacked Remus on the head,
" Why can't you be like that?" she asked to a cowering Remus. Arabella laughed.
" Thanks Sirius, you look extremely handsome", Bella, replied shyly. Remus pinched Tina, and said,
" Maybe if you talked to me like that instead of scolding me, I would".
Patrick was wearing tan robes that matched his brown haired- blonde highlights very nicely. He took one look at his date and grinned. Katherine looked very pretty indeed, she was wearing pretty gray robes that made her eyes look more gray than ever. She had left her hair down, a ritual she hardly ever preformed, and had pushed her bangs to one side (a/n: think Sandra Bullock in Miss Congeniality when she first meets the evil pageant lady after her transformation). She was wearing gray satin ballet like slippers. She smiled at Patrick on her way down, and hugged him. He looked surprised, but hugged her back none-the-less.
"Sorry", she said sheepishly, "Couldn't help that".
"Oh, that's ok." Said Patrick looking flattered, " I didn't mind it at all."
"Awwwwww", they looked over to see the two couples smiling at them. Both Patrick and Katherine started laughing.
James walked in the common room, he looked very nice, even though he looked like a tall 11 year old, he looked like a nice tall 11-year old. He was wearing brown robes that fit over his tall body nicely, and hid his wiry body. At that moment Lily came walking down the stairs, James couldn't stop staring. Lily giggled, and thought Tonight is the last night you're going to be seeing me the same way again. She held out her hand, and said
"You look charming, James".
"You look stunning, Lily", he answered back. Not taking his eyes off her, he took her hand and hooked it through his arm, and latched it onto his elbow. They all walked over to the dance. Arabella saw Mundungus and waved him over, he looked gorgeous in his fitting black robes with brown seaming on the cuffs and collar that matched his eyes. He brought his date with him, Amanda Everhart's twin sister, Rachel Everhart. Rachel was as different from Amanda as possible. Rachel was pretty, intellectual, and witty. She had straight shoulder length black hair, and vibrant purple eyes. She was wearing purple robes that made her eyes stand out wonderfully.
"S'up Figgy?" asked Fletcher with his usual greeting.
"Wonderful, Fletcher. Hi Rachel, it's great to see you. How have you been?" Replied Arabella. Rachel was Mundungus's girlfriend, she had gone to Salem so she could get some surgeries on her heart; she attended the Salem School of Magic for the whole year, and came back at the end so she could see Mundungus.
"I'm doing great, especially when they told me I could come see Gus." She answered staring at Fletcher affectionately,
" How are you?"
"I'm doing good, too. Hey, Lily's calling me over I better go. Make sure Dumbledore lets you stay in our dorm, Lily will be so happy to see you. Oh yes, and remember Tina that I told you about? She's here! You have to come and meet her!" cried Bella over her shoulder, waving.
"I'm going to do it", confirmed Lily. She had explained to Tina and Bella about the bet. Neither of them was too keen on her doing it.
"Look, Lily, Are you sure this is what you want to do? I mean James is a very nice guy, he doesn't deserve this." Said a worried Tina.
"It's not like he really cares anyway. He's probably just doing this for popularity." Finished Lily in a tone that stated her decision was final. She walked over to James, a slow song was playing, and got him out to the dance floor. Remus sauntered by, and took Tina right next to where Lily and James were dancing. Tina could see Lily slowly putting her head on James's shoulder. He was whispering something to her, and that's when Lily pulled back with a triumphant look at Sirius. ~*~*~*~*
"James, I really like you, you know that, right?" asked Lily putting her head on James's shoulder.
"Yea, I'm really lucky that I have you." He answered. "How much do YOU like ME, James?" asked Lily.
"I like you so much Lily flower, that I think I might love you." Replied James softly.
That's when all of a sudden Lily pulled back, and turned around for a moment. Then she looked at James, and asked
"What did you say?"
"I love you", he answered this time loud and surer of himself. Lily burst out laughing, and James looked confused.
"Don't you know? You've been had, James. I don't love you, I don't even like you. You think that I would put my reputation on the line for someone like you? Hello! I am Lily Evans, pretty, intelligent, popular, and everything you'll never be. So you've been dreaming this whole time, honey," snarled Lily with an extra drop of sarcasm on the "honey", "It's time to wake up. We are through, we never were, and we never will be."
James just stared at the angel he had been holding in his arms a few moments ago turned into a demon. His heart was breaking, and it hurt. It really hurt. He stood there unmoved, and finally turned around and ran out of the hall. But before leaving, he took one last look at Lily. She was SMILING, it was a joke. It was all a big prank on him. And he had walked right in to it. Lily Evans, he thought, you will never know how much it hurts when someone's heart breaks, and you never will. Because in order for a heart to break, you have to have a heart.