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Chapter Two: Blood curling catastrophe.

She hadn't really needed that file and looking back on it a fourteen hours since then Lily didn't know what made her go into the office again Friday night. She had only been doing the job for a little more than a week and she admitted right away in a letter to Charlie days after she had started that it was one of he best jobs she'd ever had.

But now she didn't know if she should reconsider, the Chief Auror had told her to stay in her flat and let no one enter unless it was him the Chief of Aurors, Aberforth Dumbledore. So that's what she did. She locked herself from the world because she saw a man die from an adava kadevra curse …the killing curse.

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What the hell, the whether was fine a minute ago no it was raining. Oh how Lily loved London weather. It was stupid of her to forget the file anyway, her mind just wasn't focused but she was disgusted at what it was focused on. James Potter. She'd been grudgingly thinking of how she hadn't seen him in the two days since he moved into the neighbouring flat. Not that she wanted to, there was no way she wanted too. Taking the stairs two at a time she went into her tiny office and picked up the file that was sitting on her desk. She was turning to leave when a noise caught her attention. It was scraping.

Confused she walked quietly to the adjoining door and peaked into her boss's office. What she saw almost drew a startled gasp from her throat. With her hand to her mouth she looked at the shadows that played on the wall, above where her boss lay slumped on his desk.

'I want you to tell me your answer.' A voice grated. It was a quiet but frightening voice.

'I will not tell you anything,' the cowering shadow said brokenly.

'What were you going to tell Mr Harden? He wont be much help, after all I got to him before you could tell him anything. Now Adams, tell me what you were going to tell Harden or I'll kill you. The dark lord doesn't mind if you fall.'

The Dark lord? Was he talking about Voldemort?

Lily had been hearing about the rising of a great dark lord calling himself Voldemort. The name was already striking fear in the hearts of people. At school they were afraid to say his name. Lily never really spoke about him so she wasn't even sure what she was going to call him. Did she feel afraid of him? Honestly, yes but she was more afraid for those muggles she knew who couldn't defend themselves.

Right now however it didn't really matter if she was afraid of Voldemort, all that mattered was helping that poor man but as she was gathering her courage from her feet the man on the floor let out a harsh groan and the chilling words 'avada kadevra' drifted to her.

Lily held back the scream that built in her throat. She slumped to the floor tears flowing silently from her eyes. It was then only one thought echoed through her muddled brain. She had to get out of there. Oh god if I don't get out of here, he'll kill me too. She had to get help. Where is the bloody aurors when you need them? As she scrambled to her feet a sob escaped her mouth and, the murderer in the other room called out harshly, 'Who's there?'

She did the only thing she could do other than apparate. Taking out her wand she muttered the levitating spell and rose to the roof where she was in shadow. Closing her eyes she wished to be anywhere but there. Listening, the man made to motion to enter the office but she did see him stand at the doorway. The shadow against light made him look larger than life.

She shuddered but as soon as she was getting ready to fight to the death a noise sounded, the man apparated away. As Lily slowly went back to the ground she tried regulating her breathing, which was coming in short gasps, but she swallowed her fear. This was no time to me scared.

She knew one of the men was dead and the other room, but her boss could still be alive. She entered the room careful not to look in the direction of the body and went to make sure if he was okay. Tentatively she checked and found his pulse. Her sob of relief echoed through the office.

Oh god, the aurors need to be here. I have to go get them; a man is getting away with murder.

She shuddered before apparating to the nearest auror department she knew. She dashed up the steps to the entrance where she ran to the front desk. The man there was grinning when he turned to face her; only it died when he stared at her intently. A flicker of recognition flashed through his eyes but Lily was sure she had never seen him before.

'Excuse me, I've just seem a man mur-rdered…and one is still alive, I need to get—' and that was all Lily got to say when he put his index finger to his lips.

Did he not believe her? Did she look like a person who would make up a sick story such as a man's murder?

'You don't understand,' Lily started again urgently.

'I'm afraid I do but it would not do you any good to tell me this out here, I have to get my commanding officer, the chief of this particular London Auror Department.' The man said and quickly shepherded her into a strange office on the other side of the building.

'Sir,' he said knocking on the door.

'This better be good Black,' the grey haired man behind the desk said good-naturedly.

'It is sir very important.' The man who she now knew as Black said.

The "sir" in question raised his head a minute before she again saw a flash of recognition in those piercing blue eyes. It was then his attention was solely directed upon her and as soon as she got out her story he motioned to Black.

'Send Longbottom and his team over to the Law firm then find Prongs and bring him here. I want to talk to both of you.'

Black nodded and left.

'Now Ms Evan I need you to calm down, would you like some tea?'

'Uh yes please.'

'I have some spiced chai tea here would that do?'

'Yes sir.'

After a few minutes the man who was watching her intently said, 'I am certain you are curious as to why I'm keeping you here, for right now however I need you remain calm.' He said and watched her some more before continuing. 'When you return to your flat tonight I would like for you to remain there, if you need anything I would be more than happy to let someone supply you with the various things you need. But until all this is sorted out it would be best for you to go home.'

'But don't I have to give a statement or something because I witnessed someone die?'

'Yes, under normal circumstances but this is not normal. You did witness someone die but what you did not see was the man who committed this heinous crime.'

'So you're saying I don't have to go though the official proceedings?' Lily asked. She was confused, there was a lot going on that she obviously didn't know about because although she felt that could trust this man she didn't understand what he was saying. A lot of it made sense but then it really didn't. What about Petra and Pita? They were the other girls who worked for her boss. Petra was his personal assistant and Pita was his secretary.

'I'm going to let someone escort you home while I deal with the preparations. He will not stay with you but I will instruct him to put a protection spell on you flat just in case. I'm sure you don't feel very safe at the moment.'

He was right, she didn't. A shudder worked it way through her body once more and the door swung open to allow Black and …Potter to enter. Lily was in really too much shock to ask what the hell he was doing here and she did want to know.

'Ah good, I'm glad you boys made it back so quickly.'

'What's this all about sir?' James asked. He didn't quite know. All Sirius told him was that a woman indirectly saw a murder. But he was suspicious about it as well; James never could stand it when Sirius knew something he wasn't telling. He then looked down to where the woman was sitting.

Lily Evans? Don't tell me she was the one who saw a man being killed; this day is certainly looking up.

'I'm sure Mister Black filled you in on the key parts but before I talk to the two of you alone I must ask one of you to take Ms Evans to her flat, I know James that to two of you are neighbours and because of that I think it will be better if you take her but the choice is yours.'

It wasn't as though James had a choice, he was singled out even though the only factor in this delivery was that he was so close to her—correction Prongs, living close to her. But he couldn't say no to his superior.

'Its not a problem sir, I'll take her home and be back in ten minutes.'

'Good,' the older man said. 'Make sure you use the level three protection spell.' James said nothing about the level of protection she was getting. He didn't really understand it though; it wasn't as though she actually saw the murderer.

James stuck out his hand to a quiet Evans; she stared at it for a few seconds before placing her hand on his James ignored the spark that raced though his arm at her touch, it was only static. They then took the floo network to her flat. It was after he checked the perimeter that she spoke. 'I didn't know you were an auror.' And it sounded so accusing so haughty that James had to smile a little.

'Yes well I expect I did give the wrong impression the other day. I mean it did look like I pushed carts for a living,' James said and knew that was what she had been thinking when he almost ran her over then he added, 'but I'm not exactly an Auror.'

'You wouldn't be able to pay for your flat if you worked a job like that, I should have figured it out for myself but if you're not an Auror what are you.'

'I'm trained as a Healer but I am also trained in crime fighting therefore I qualify both as a Healer and an Auror,' he said.

It wasn't boasting just stating the facts. Could he help it if he summer boot camp Auror course before spending the other year in Healer's training while using the holidays to update his knowledge in Crime Scene Investigational Auror training. That was the year he spent totally away from his friends and his family. He only showed up on birthdays and Christmas. He wanted a promising career and totally devoting his mind and body to that accomplished more than he had hoped.

He was turning twenty-one next year and he hoped to move up in his ranking. Sirius on the other hand was completely satisfied which his role in the Southern Auror department, Emergency Action and Surveillance strategists. He was wild about his decisions in the team that was why he ended up working on the desk at his department.

'You're a little young aren't you?'

'I worked hard.' Was all he said when she spoke again.

'I suppose you could leave now?' she said and he frowned, that was rude and abrupt but what the hell he didn't want be there anyway.

'Desperate to have me leave? Well it won't matter anyway; we never do see anything of each other even if we live so close to each other.'

'Yes I want to be alone,' she said before turning and going into her bedroom.

'Lock all your doors, the protection spell I'm using wont allow anything to enter except after I use my wand to deactivate it.' he said but she didn't answer but he knew she heard him.

As he was closing the door, he heard her shower pipes start up and two minutes later after he protected her flat he left trying to figure out why her taking a shower disturbed him so much.

…

'I want the two of you sworn to secrecy, I do not want it getting out that Lily Evans saw Hosea Dawson being murdered. Never mind she didn't actually see the person doing the avada kadevra spell; the perpetrator will draw his own conclusions. I have an idea of whom the man was working for and I am sure you have too but it still cannot get out that that girl saw what was going on.

'We were lucky that Jonah Mavron is still alive, I still do not know how they managed to let him live but we'll worry about that later, No one knows that Ms Evans saw what happened and know one else is going to. Dumbledore is the only one privileged to that information and my brother would only hear it from me.

'Now about Ms Evans, she feels scared enough as it is but I am seventy-five percent sure that no harm will come to her. But I am worried about that small about of me that's unsatisfied. Then there is the possibility that they may come after Jonah. I think you two may remember him he went to Hogwarts a little before you graduated.'

'Yes sir, he was head boy when we were in fifth year.' Sirius said.

'I want the two of you to stay here to do damage control, you are the only ones who are to receive Frank Longbottom's report on the scene. I'm going to see my brother to discuss the situation.'

James spoke for the first time since returning to the office, he was curious, he didn't understand the need for them to be this concerned about Lily Evans. However he wasn't going to admit that for some reason he wanted it as much as they do.

'Sir, could I ask a question?' he asked to the back of his superior and Sirius looked at him as well.

'Go ahead James.' He said shrugging into his robes.

'I was wondering why were you going to talk to Professor Dumbledore about this, it has nothing to do with the order.'

'I'm afraid it does lad, we're going to recruit Lily Evans.'

'What?'

'Yes, I'm surprised you don't remember her name. We mentioned it to the order a year ago. She was living in Brussels at the time then moved to Mayfair but we hadn't gotten around to watch her until she moved to London recently. I have a simple solution to her problem but running it over with Albus will help me. I'll be back in twenty minutes.' And with those words he vanished.

Those particular words shocked James. Sure he thought her name was familiar but he had no idea it was her they were thinking of adding to their organization.

'Whoa, I never connected the name did you?' Sirius asked, which was obviously the stupidest question James had ever heard.

'If I had Padfoot wouldn't I have mentioned it to you before?' James said more calmly than what he was feeling, which was … he didn't really know. 'Lets go set up the forensics potions and wait for Frank.' With that he turned and left, he didn't not like Evans, he just didn't care…that was it.

Sirius followed behind muttering an 'at least I'm not at the desk anymore' but James barely heard him.

…

Lily heard her flat being released from the spell before she heard the knock on her door. She herself put a spell on her flat, Lily didn't hold to top rank in charm in the history of the school for nothing. She wasn't going to depend on James Potter for her safety no matter what he was—or how good he looked, sexy mouth or not.

No one could enter her flat unless she invited them; the spell originated from the vampires and was particularly strong. It was then she heard the voice of Aberforth Dumbledore asked her to opening the door.

Lily didn't know whether to breathe a sigh of relief or be even more scared. What if she had to go into hiding because Voldemort thought she saw the whole murder? After peeping through the hole at her door she noted that the only people who were standing at her door were Potter and the Chief of Aurors.

It was only the two of them, so that's good news right? She put forth that same question after she invited them inside the flat.

'It depends on how you look at it Ms Evans,' Aberforth Dumbledore said to her. He had a knack with those piercing blue eyes of his; it was as though he could see her to her very soul.

'How I look at what?' She said and her gaze swayed to where James was standing straight as a needle. Lily was beginning to get confused why they weren't getting to the point.

'First things first, we aren't positively sure that you're in danger, however while we figure out that you will have to have a bodyguard around you for most of the day.'

'Why do I need a bodyguard? I can take care of myself.'

'I don't doubt you can Ms Evans, after all scoring at the top of all your NEWTS is no easy task but I'll feel better knowing that one of my own is here.'

Lily didn't know how he knew all those things about her and she didn't want to. All she cared about was getting rid of her supposed bodyguard. There was no way she wasn't her privacy violated.

'What exactly is this supposed to entail?'

'Its not around the clock security, you will be escorted to work as normal, there you'll be watched discretely and then you'll be escorted back home.'

'What's if I have to go out?' she asked, not liking this already.

'If there's anything you need let us know, we'll provide it but other than that you may go out to lunches and sorts in public places.'

'Is all this quite necessary?'

'It is, now don't question him.' It was the first time since entering her flat that James Potter spoke and it wasn't a suggestion either.

Aberforth didn't seem to mind and it was that reaction that had Lily asking her next question. 'May I ask who will be protecting me?'

'That's simple, there are only three people other than myself who know exactly what happened today, Sirius Black whom you've met today James Potter and Albus Dumbledore—my brother. The choice is logical; he is the best of all my men so James would be the one to safe guard you.'

'What?' Lily had not been expecting that. There was no way she would let this arrogant jerk—no matter how sexy he was—do something, she can than take care of herself. 'What about Jonah, how is he and the other two girls who works there?'

'He is fine and is planning on working Monday but he's being watched as well. And as for Ms Petra and Ms Pita all they know is that there was an attack and someone was killed. There is no chance that they will be harmed.'

'That's good.'

'Yes but there is another matter I must tell you about,' Aberforth said as though he hadn't shocked the life out of her. 'I belong to a group that wishes to enlist your services.'

'Okay…' where was he getting at? Everything was not making any sense to her.

'Ms Evans I think you should sit down and listen to what I'm about to propose. If you agree then we'll induct you if you're not willing to join us, I'm afraid I'll have to adjust your memory.'

Aberforth led her to the couch and sat opposite her. James followed them but positioned himself on the left of her.

'First of all you should know that my brother Albus and I founded this group called the Order of the Phoenix. We have gathered those we trust the most and some of the strongest to help in the fight against Voldemort.'

'That's a worthy cause but what does that have to do with me.' Lily asked. She wasn't so stupid as to plunge head first into something that seemed like a praiseworthy cause. She shifted her glance momentarily to James and he gave her a nod. He seemed to read her mind. Okay now she knew that he was in the order as well and from what Aberforth had said earlier, he was one of the strongest they had.

'We—that is Albus and I—have been noting your movements for just over a year now and throughout that year we've learned a lot of things about you.'

'Go on,' she said still weirded out by the fact that they were watching her for so long. Did they know about Charlie? About Charlie's husband? If they did he didn't mention it in his next words.

'I know you are or was rather taught a few muggle techniques by your father.'

'How did you know about that?'

'It's very complicated but I do know you were very good at it. your father must have been a fantastic teacher.'

Lily had to grin at that. Her father was a thief, a very good one. Professionally he answer to the name grève rapide—quick strike. He had given it up when he married her mother but there were a few people he did work for, one of them was Interpol. He had trained her on her insistence and his need for a petite person to help him. It turned out he taught better gymnastics than her teacher and by the age of ten she could already grapple and climb over a wall. When she got accepted into Hogwarts, he encouraged her to go.

And then when she returned over the breaks he would teacher her some more. But since he died in her sixth year, she saw no need to continue doing any of those tricks.

'He was, but I'm afraid its been a while since I last broke into a place or did any jobs.'

'That's all right. There are things we want your help in and you can always require your skills where it is needed.'

'So what you're suggesting is that I join you? This Order?'

'Yes, I would like you to join our cause but I must ask you to answer now. It is a secret organization and for it get out would be disastrous on all of us.'

He wanted an answer now? Lily couldn't just blurt out she wanted to be included, she really did want to join. Voldemort's hurt so much people, muggles, muggleborns and anyone who ever stood up for anything muggle-like.

'Okay then , I accept your proposal, I will join you.'

'Great, that's fabulous. I need to go, I have matters to attend to but James here will take you to Albus now.'

'Now?'

'Yes dear, we must get you sworn in immediately. Potter lock the door behind me and stay until she gets ready.'

Two minutes later the man was gone. If he was the co-founder of this thing, then should he be the one to take her?

When they arrived at the headquarters James took Lily along all those passages until they came up towards a door.

'I'll meet you here when it's over to escort you back home.' James told her politely and she just looked at him.

'Why did they really assign you to watch over me?'

'Aberforth and Professor Dumbledore felt that since I lived right next to you it would be much simpler if I was the one to guard you for both the Ministry and the Order.'

'I see,' she said and she did. Professor Dumbledore? Oh she thought she knew the name. he was the headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

'Now I get to ask you something,' he said suddenly when she would have expected him to turn around.

'All right, what is it?'

'I've gathered that you're smart, at the top of your class you've had to be and I read your file, you're really good in the muggle thing as well. Tell me something why would you choose something so dull and small as a law clerk?'

That was a question she hadn't expected. One thing was for sure, she wasn't going to tell him that she was opting for a more mundane life. She had wanted to be a Healer but he was one, she had also wanted to go into research but Charlie took that up. There was no

way she wanted to be associated to them like that. It caused her too much unnecessary pain.

'There is no real reason, I just decided to settle for routine.' She said and with those words opened the door to her new fate, which would forever change her life.

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