LEGACY

By Lady Radcliffe

Summary: In a kingdom where blood is still everything, Lily Evans, the very first female advisor, will rise to the top and catch the attention of the very handsome, and very good kisser, James Potter. Slight AU.

Disclaimer: I'm a dark-haired, petite, teenage girl. Therefore, not J.K. Rowling.

A/N: I'm sorry I took so long to update! I was very reluctant to end this story! This chapter wasn't really nescessary to end the story. It just sums up the ending and explains the title, sort of. If you prefer, you can think of Chapter Seven as the ending, like I do lol Enjoy this last Chapter:-D

Epilogue

Soon after their touching meeting, Lily and James were engaged. James declared that he could not spend another day without knowing that Lily was going to be by his side forever, and in a wicked whisper in her ear, "Or without you in my bed, next to me." No one ever did figure out why she blushed so furiously that day.

The wedding was set for a cool autumn day. They chose to forego the traditional six month wait before becoming married. Everyone rushed about in a flurry, getting preparations done. The best decorators, caterers and robe designers were brought in quickly. Fancy invitations were sent out, cordially requesting for friends and important nobles to come. Townspeople flocked in from around the country, hoping for a glimpse of the soon-to-be royal couple that would descend from the great white steps of the palace and down a long path, into a carriage, before leaving for their honeymoon.

On the momentous day, everyone seemed to be in a bigger rush than usual. People were bustling about the palace, running here and there as they forgot to retrieve something. James was hosting a small gathering in his rooms that morning with his closest friends. They were all joking about James's bachelor days slipping away from him and that he still had a chance to escape. Of course, he had no intentions of doing so. He had been anticipating this day ever since he had confessed his love to Lily. He was ready to give up everything on this day, just to wed to her.

Lily was in her room alone, packing away the remaining items that she would be bringing with her on the honeymoon. Anything left would be brought into the room she would be sharing with James. As scandalous (and unheard of) as it was, they had decided that they would always share a bedroom. There as no need for either one to have their own chamber to "entertain" other people in. (A/N: In the era this is set, it was common that people married for rank or money, not love. Therefore, spouses rarely slept in the same room, unless they were trying to provide an heir.) Lily was ready too. There were no doubts lingering in her mind. She wanted this.

Dumbledore wed them. Resplendent in her pure white robe and immaculate in his dark robe, the two were a striking pair. Once James slipped a golden ring on her finger, wrought with old spells carved into them, the crowd below, watching them, let up a great roar. This is what they wanted for their king. A lovely wife that would forever provide him with the happiness he deserved.

The two, smiling and waving, left on their honeymoon shortly after. When they returned two weeks hence, Lily was immediately crowned queen and the kingdom roared its approval once more. On July 31st, their first child was born. Christened Harry James Potter, he grew up to be a gurgling pleasing baby boy. On Halloween night, when Harry was only a little over one, Lily and James were killed by Lord Voldemort while they were away from the palace. Amazingly enough, Harry survived the attempted murder. Brought back to the palace quickly, he was appointed crown prince with Dumbledore serving as regent.

When Lord Voldemort destroyed Lily and James, he set forth a chain of events that would greatly affect the wizarding world. He also physically ended a beautiful love that was meant to withstand centuries. But true love never dies. May Lily and James's legacy live on forever.

The END

A/N: I have finallyposted the last chapter of my very first story! I hope you all enjoyed my story. I had a BLAST creating it. Now you all see why I titled my story Legacy! Or at least, you should see why lol A HUGE thanks to Val, who supported me from the start! A tribute to The Big Dance who I honestly think was my favorite reviewer to reply to. (Yes, I do play favorites! lol) Replies to any reviews for this chapter will be on my LiveJournal (look at my homepage)

I already have another story in the beginning stages. It's going to be a very short story, almost like a two-shot maybe.

bunnyrabbit228: Thanks for being a great and faithful reviewer! I really appreciate the effort you put in each review:-D

PureEsparenza: If Mental-ism-ness isn't a real word, it'll just be our word lol

The Big Dance: Whoo-Hoo! You're a member now! lol Thanks for putting me on your favorites list :-D I'm devestated that my story is coming to an end. It's my baby. The very first story that I have voluntarily allowed bunches of people to read. I feel very proud of myself though lol Let's try to keep in touch lol I'm going to miss replying to you every chapter lol

J.E.A.R.K.Potter: lol How are you in the beginning of all of your stories? lol I'm just a litle slow lol Thanks for the review!

tiger17lily: whoo! Hopeless Romantics R us lol Hope you liked this chapter!

angelstarshine: Thanks! I'm glad you like my story:-D

L'amour,
Lady Radcliffe