Chapter 2
Get Over Lily
"Ah, it is so nice to be back in school, don't you think so boys," said James, as he, Remus, Sirius, and Peter sat around a table in the shrieking shack. Sirius and James had "borrowed" some butterbeer from the 3 Broomsticks.
"Yeah, school is the best," said Sirius contently sipping his butterbeer.
Meanwhile, while the boys were having a relaxing time sneaking around Hogsmeade, the girls were in the Gryffindor common room, studying. The teachers had already loaded them with homework and they didn't want to start out behind in their fifth year.
"The O.W.L. isn't until the end of the year, why do we already have a ton of homework?" asked a tired Lily.
"I don't think we should be doing this tonight. It's our first night, why don't we have some fun?" asked Abbey. She hated to do homework, especially if it wasn't due the next day.
"Well, maybe Abbey is right, it is only our first night of class, I guess we can chill for a little while" agreed Samantha. "So what do ya'll want to do?"
"Do we always have to be 'doing' something, can't we just chill, and I don't know, talk?" questioned Lily. Sam was so uptight sometimes. She always thought that they had to have a structure to whatever they did. Samantha was a really 'A' type personality, she liked to always be getting things done; which was helpful to the girls most of the time. But every once in a while she needed to be persuaded to just take a break and relax.
"Well the boys sure grew up over the summer. Did you see how muscular they got? James and Sirius have obviously been working out. Speaking of James, Lily, did you notice how he was hitting on you? You really should go out with him," said Abbey.
"What? No, not James. He is so arrogant. He thinks that he has his pick of every girl in the school, and he should just walk up and they will fall all over him. Well, he's in for a reality check because there is no way in hell that I'm going to go out with him. Not now, at least," said Lily hurriedly. She was beginning to get tired of everyone telling her to go out with James. Did they really think she was so superficial that she would go out with James Potter, the king of superficiality? I mean he was really nice to her and the Abbey and Samantha, but sometimes he wasn't the best to younger students. 'Maybe it's just a teenage boy thing. They all think that they need to prove themselves, and showoff. He really needs to grow out of that' thought Lily.
"Well if you don't want him, I certainly do 'cause he's hot," commented Abbey.
"Speaking of hot, Sam, your brother Topher is gorgeous," said Lily. Topher was Sam's brother, and yeah he was hot, but he was also very sweet and funny. He was a seeker on the Ravenclaw team, and he was the captain of the team. But unlike James he didn't run around showing off how good he was.
"Well I could set you up with him if you want," said Samantha, "He talked about you a lot this summer."
"Really? I mean not that I care or anything…but…um…what did he say?" questioned Lily.
"Oh you know the usual stuff. You're hot, smart, nice, hot, funny, wants to ask you out, you're hot. You know the usual things guys think about."
"Oh…Ok, that's cool," said Lily trying to act casual. She really liked Topher and if Sam was telling the truth, and she probably was, Lily was getting very excited.
"So Sam, who have you had your eye on…."
The next few days were rather uneventful. James laid off Lily a little bit, and he wasn't so obsessive about getting a date with her. Sirius had warned him to be careful with her, she wasn't the kind to go for a guy that hung all over her, and begged for her attention. So James decided to go for the I'm-cool-and-it-doesn't-bother-me-that-you-don't-want-to-go-out-with-me approach. Yeah, this lasted about a day before James started staring at Lily again. He was obsessed with her; he was always writing L.E. on parchment or imagining living with her forever. Frankly, it was getting a little scary, and even though James was trying to act casual about his obsession, Sirius noticed that he was more…um…'devoted' than ever.
"Hey James come here, I need help with this potions essay for Panes," said Sirius. Panes was their potions teacher, and he thoroughly hated all Gryffindors. He was the Slytherin Head of house, and he easily showed favoritism. His brown hair was always slicked back in a haughty manner, and his pointed features were always contorted into an arrogant expression. James and Sirius hated him more than any other teacher; however, the feeling was mutual.
"No, you don't you already fin," but James was cut short by the significant look he was getting from Sirius. "Oh, er, yeah that essay.""Come here we need to talk alone," whispered Sirius when James came over. The boys left the Gryffindor common room, with the excuse of working on the essay in the library. They found an empty classroom, filled with comfy armchairs. "I love the room of requirement, it's so helpful sometimes," said Sirius as the best friends sat down next to each other. The boys entered the room, put a lock and silencing spell on the room, and sat down to talk.
"What do you want to talk about, Padfoot."
"You," answered Sirius simply.
"What do you mean, me? What have I done that requires us talking in private? Did you hear about the…"
"Uh…no, but we will discuss that later. Anyway, you need to get over Lily."
"I am over Lily!" replied James indignantly. He looked away from Sirius because he hated to lie to his best friend, and he knew if he looked at Sirius, he would know he was lying.
"Prongs, don't lie because you're not over her, and you know it," replied Sirius calmly.
"Ok, so I'm not completely over her, but almost."
"Prongs," replied Sirius in that voice people get when they know the truth and their friend isn't saying it.
"Ok, I'm madly in love with her. Happy?" said James slightly angrily. Who was he to say what he was feeling, or what he should feel?
"Yes, I am, but James, how do I say this nicely, She – Hates – You."
"I know, but she's perfect, man. She beautiful, funny when she's not talking to me, smart, nice to everyone but me, and did I mention she's perfect," said James sadly, this was starting to get a little depressing; although, he felt better now that he was talking about it with Sirius. "So how do I get this girl out of my head?"
"You need to open yourself to other people. James you're only 15! Don't stop at the first girl that comes your way, I'm not saying you and Lily won't ever be together, but for the time being look around and see if there is anyone else that interests you. I think she'll come around eventually, but at the moment she's just not interested. Try not to stare at her, focus on your job as Quidditch captain, and find a new girlfriend. You go out with all kinds of girls, I'm sure you can find someone who will be interested. There were a couple of hot 4th year Gryffindors, and the Ravenclaws are not too bad either," said Sirius. He had obviously practiced this speech because he sounded like he was repeating well rehearsed lines.
"How long have you been practicing this?" asked James, amused.
"A couple days why?"
"Sounds good, and convincing. Did Moony help you?"
"Yep."
"I'll try, but I'm not making an promises. Ok? Cause some things just aren't meant to be."
"That's all I ask, plus um, this may not be the best time to tell you, but Lily is going out with Samantha's brother. You know the 7th year Ravenclaw?" mentioned Sirius gently. She was too, at lunch the day before Topher had caught her outside of the Great Hall and asked her out. They were going to Hogsmeade the next weekend.
"Oh…um…yeah…that's cool…I guess…he's the Ravenclaw seeker and captain, right?" asked an I'm-pissed-off-but-I'm-going-to-be-cool-about-it James.
"Yes…" replied Sirius tentatively.
"Well, that's cool at least he plays Quidditch, right?" asked James a bit loud with fake cheerfulness.
"Prongs, don't do anything rash," warned Sirius because the evil glint in James's eye concerned him, and he had a feeling the match against Ravenclaw was not going to be a pretty one.
"What would I do? I'm over Lily remember? Come on let's go back to the common room," said James as he got up and headed for the door. "Oh Padfoot, when's the first match with Ravenclaw"
"James, how would I know? You're the freakin' Quidditch captain 'member? Hey now, don't do anything to him" said Sirius threateningly.
"Who said anything about doing anything, I was just curious" replied James with a bad attempt to act innocent. Sirius followed him slowly, still concerned whether telling James about Topher and Lily was the right thing to do. 'Oh, man, if he does anything stupid…' thought Sirius as he followed James back to the Gryffindor common room.
Meanwhile, Lily and Topher were wondering the halls talking, and planning their Hogsmeade weekend, next weekend. It was Friday, so they didn't have to do homework. Lily was thoroughly enjoying her time with Topher, even if it was only the first time they had hung out. She felt comfortable when she was around him, but there was something missing. Lily just couldn't figure out what it was exactly. It was like they just didn't fit right. Opposite the feeling you get when you slip on your favorite pair of worn in jeans; they fit just right and you feel as if you could wear them your whole life and never get tired of them. That was the feeling Lily was looking for, but she did not find it in Topher, and in the back of her mind she knew that he would never be those worn jeans.
"So I've told you about myself, and life as a muggle-born, but what about you, what do you do in your free time and stuff?" asked Lily.
"Well, where do you want me to start?" asked Topher, looking down on her with one of his killer smiles.
"Just start from the beginning," smiled Lily.
"Christopher William McKinley, at your service, my good Lady. Born on December 11, 1968. Currently 17, and 6 foot 2. Likes Quidditch, sleep, Lily Evans, long walks on the beach, and pina coladas. Has a younger sister, Samantha Lindsey McKinley, has 2 parents Andrew William McKinley and Molly Sara Brown McKinley. Goes by Topher, always. Wants to play Quidditch professionally, wants to get married and have 6 kids. One of the kids has to be named Faber because that name just sounds cool. And if there is twins, boy and girl, they have to be name Pip and Pippa because that would be cool. Favorite color is yellow. Favorite Band is The Darkness. Favorite song is She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy by: Kenny Chesney, just kidding it's actually Gin and Juice by Phish. Wants to visit Texas cause everyone loves a cowgirl. Thinks Lily Evans is damn sexy. Favorite book is the Cat in the Hat. If I was an animal I would be a bird of some kind. Wants a pony and Lily Evans….um did I mention I think Lily Evans is way kick ass? Yeah I think that sums up my life. Did I leave anything out?"
"No I think you covered it all," replied Lily smiling amusedly. 'Wow, he's pretty awesome' thought Lily
Hey hey kids. Hope you like the chapter, again I know not too much really happening, but I have to set the stage for more to come, right? Well that's what I think, anyway. Please, please, r/r. cya ya'll.
