Just Too Tempting
By Avadne
Chapter 15: Girls & Boys
(A/N: I recommend you actually read the lyrics to the songs, not just skip over them like I usually do. They have meaning)
Hermione had been enjoying herself immensely. After dancing with Pete, she had talked a bit with some other people, like Lily, checked out the joint in case of ay pranks and generally relaxed. The Ball was probably nearing 11p.m, Hermione guessed.
Dumbledore had set the limit as 3a.m being the absolute latest, but Hermione had a feeling it would end before that for most students, but be continued in the Gryffindor Common Room all night. Remus had confided in her that they had gotten extra supplies in case the party ended early and they had to move.
Sirius was dancing casually with a few different girls at once, but looked as if he was sick of them. He scanned the crowd carefully before seeing Hermione standing alone. Hermione noticed this too and knew what was coming. Sure enough, a second later...
"Get your ass up here, Mi," he was shouting playfully. Hermione grinned in response and headed over. A new song was just starting up, a lot funkier and faster than what she had to dance with Pete.
"What's up, uh... Sirius...?" Hermione trailed off, looking at his clothing attire and laughing again. The first time had been a shock, but the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and more were still amusing. Apparently trying to start a new tradition, all the Marauders wore the same crazy ensemble of red and yellow, black shades and crazy hair. Pete, the chaste one, wore a white top underneath his buttoned down shirts, but James, Remus and Sirius decided they had nothing to hide... or maybe, lots to show off. And no one could say any of the Marauders looked normal. But Sirius managed to pull of the weird clothing with his usual, natural elegance. No one had said a word at the costume choices. Of course, Sirius's hair did look like a potential weapon. Very hedgehog; overly long, needle-like spikes stuck up at all the odd angles. But as Sirius did his famous puppy-dog look, Hermione couldn't help but grin.
"You're dancing with me, that's what's up!" he said excitedly. His voice was louder than usually, to be heard over the music and like the true, charming gentleman he was, Sirius offered Hermione his arm, smiling hopefully. Hermione giggled slightly at his expression, but accepted his arm anyway.
Educated, with money
He's well dressed not funny
And not much to say in most conversations
But he'll foot the bill in all situations
'Cause he pays for everything
Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money
Boys will laugh at girls when they're not funny
Sirius spun her around wildly as Hermione laughed. This was the exact type of song Sirius would pick out. He put on his very best puppy-dog like expression.
"Do you really only like cars and money?" he asked, faking heartbreak. "Because I swear, I don't laugh when you're not funny. Ok maybe sometimes, but..." Hermione giggled and whacked him over the head lightly. Sirius grinned impishly and picked up the dance again.
Paper or plastic,
Don't matter she'll have it
Vacations and shopping sprees these are a few of her favourite things
She'll get what she wants if she's willing to please
His type of girl always comes with a fee
Hey now there's nothing for free
Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money
Boys will laugh at girls when they're not funny
And these girls like these boys, like these boys like these girls
The girls with the bodies like boys with Ferraris
Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money
Let's go!
Hermione noticed the jealous stares she was getting from majority of the Hogwarts female population, but ignored them completely. She focused on dancing with Sirius, who was like her newest brother, as well as Remus... Pete wasn't quite there yet. Sirius was grinning form ear to ear; nearly all eyes were on them and he loved nothing more than being the centre of attention. Exuberant yet smooth moves, smiles and winks, loud music and Sirius was in his element.
Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money
Boys will laugh at girls when they're not funny
And these girls like these boys, like these boys like these girls
The girls with the bodies like boys with Ferraris
Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money
All of these boys, and get all of these girls
Are losing their souls in a material world
All of these boys, and get all of these girls
Are losing their souls in a material world
(Song: Girls and Boys by Good Charlotte from the album The Young and the Hopeless)
As the song ended, Sirius let go of Hermione, but did not walk away just yet. Hermione had things that she needed to know for her own safety and well-being.
"So, Sirius, tell me... is the punch spiked?" Hermione asked mockingly, grabbing the supplied punch that the Marauders had decided on. Pumpkin juice was out of the window for this event. Sirius grinned slyly, looking around in case a teacher was near them.
"Possibly. But I really expected you to expect more class from us, you know," he replied cheekily after making sure the coast was clear.
"I'm sure that I am entitled to know at least one of your tricks for tonight. Pretty please?" Hermione widened her eyes and put on a begging look. Sirius grinned in response and leaned down, eager to spill a secret.
"Well... when it gets to midnight, I'd stay away from the balloons unless you want a pleasant surprise that involves lots of whipped cream," Sirius told her conspirationally. Hermione grinned in reply, already imagining what might happen.
"Should I fear for my safety by then?" she asked playfully.
"Perhaps... but for now, Jamie is just begging for a dance, you know that?" Sirius told her as he let her go. The song had ended and he lightly pushed her into James's direction. After a final grin and wave, Hermione made her way, very nervously, over to her real date.
I hope everyone enjoyed that. The next chapter of course, is James… anyone who can guess the song or even the artist beforehand gets the chapter dedication. I'll give you a few hints; the artist is a she, reasonably young, quite popular; the song is, of course, unreleased and the album release was in 2003.
I got nominated for an award! I'm betting it's Annie who nominated me, to see what the awards are, go to the user look up of MuGgLeNeT27.
On a very important note, I apologies for keeping anyone waiting with either of my ongoing stories… but I have a good excuse. My computer blew up. Well, not my whole computer, but the internet part is GONE forever, or until we can get someone to fix it. This is the only thing stopping me from posting, I have chapters ready for you all and I'm really upset about the lack of internet access. I managed to post this chapter at my friend Annie's house (anniePADFOOT, if anyone wants to look her up). I reckon I'll get another post in before the 14th of January, but after that, Annie is going away for 2 weeks and I'll have literally no access to internet, at all. I'm really sorry about this but it's no longer in my control.
I solemnly swear though that this will be finished. After the 14th of Jan, look for me in the beginning of February.
On another very important note, after reading a piece of work by a friend of a friend, I've come to realize a lot of things on the subject of reviewing. So here goes; I am now reviewing every single story I read, and I strongly suggest you guys all start doing the same. I have a number of regular reviewers for this story, but many more people whom I've never heard of have added me to their Alerts. People read and read and read stories, but don't bother writing a ten second review. Then when they write a story and expect loads of reviews, they're disappointed when they don't get that. All work should be acknowledged, even if it's a horrible story, you can at least give the author some constructive criticism.
Please think about this!
Apart from that, the lyrics aren't mine, sorry if they're incorrect; blame it on the internet and its un-reliability. If you've never listened to the song Girls and Boys, I strongly suggest you do; it's hilarious!
squek-the-soprano, I'm glad you're enjoying this, I hope you continue reading and reviewing!
Kris-tina4, only one Kristina in your school? Well, I guess that's good. We had 5 Becky's at one stage. Disaster. Anyway again, I'm really, really flattered that you're going to use my name in your story and of course, I would simply love to date James! Hehehe. Of ocourse, still am amazed that people actually think my name is cool… however, thanks for your review; I simply can't stand it when people just leace Peter out of the action, pretend he doesn't exist. I've got this rant in my bio page, under Harry Potter; I dislike.
Monkeystarz, yeah you're right. Sirius is the dance of the chapter, James is next. It is rather confusing, the whole Harry-James thing, isn't it? Ah, thanks for the review mate!
Avadne