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James slapped 15 shiny galleons into Sirius' hands. Sirius' eyes widened. "Fifteen galleons! Did I loan you money once, or something?" he exclaimed. James shook his head sadly.

"No… Those are from the bet," he muttered, turning to walk away. Sirius scrunched up his eyes.

"You're not giving in now, are you! James Potter, give up!" he demanded, half joking, half serious. James couldn't meet his eyes. He turned slightly to walk away.

"Wait until I tell everyone. Their hero, James Potter, gave up? He lost? Wow, this will be a shock!" Sirius said loudly. James froze. "Some people would say that he's being wimpy. But, I dunno, I guess," Sirius continued.

James clenched his fists together. What's the point? It's not like I have anything to lose… I just give up fifteen galleons later. At least it won't hurt my reputation. He groaned inwardly. "I effin hate you," he growled. Sirius grinned.

"I know. It's all a part of my charm."

"Or lack of it," James muttered. This is so stupid. Why did I let Sirius convince me? Either way, I'm going to lose! He absent-mindedly stomped out of the room.

"James… hi," Lily quietly greeted him. James glanced up. The beginnings of a smile crept onto his face. The corners of his mouth twitched. Then, just as suddenly, it was gone.

"Hello," he said coldly. Lily looked shocked and disappointed. James immediately felt bad. It's not her fault she likes Diggory and not me. I shouldn't take it out on her… "So, what's up?" he added, trying to sound politer.

"Well, Professor McGonagall said that, as Heads, we have to enter the Halloween Ball together. We'll be leading the first dance. Then we can just hang out with other people," Lily reported nervously. James' heart leapt with excitement. "We should start getting ready soon."

"Sure. We can stop by Hogsmeade tomorrow," he replied, trying to sound nonchalant. Inside, he was burning with excitement.

"Right. Sure." With that, she left. James sank back against the couch. He closed his eyes. This is going to be great…

"Hey, Lily!" a voice called out. Lily turned around and was nearly attacked by Katie. "Oh my God, you will not believe who just asked me to the Halloween Ball!"

"Who?"

"Sirius Black!" Katie was nearly hysterical. Lily raised an eyebrow.

"So…?"

"What?"

"Did you say yes!" Lily demanded. Katie stared at Lily as if the answer was clear. She threw her hands up into the air.

"What kind of person doesn't say yes!" she cried. Lily groaned. "This is Sirius Black we are talking about! Remember, number two? And he asked me to the ball!"

"Whatever."

"So, who are you going with? Are you going with anyone?" Katie asked curiously. Lily blushed a deep red.

"Oh. It's… nobody. Just Potter," she muttered. Katie squealed. "But only because Dumbledore made us go together. We're just leading the first dance, actually," Lily quickly added. Katie looked on the verge of fainting.

"Oh… My… Lord! James Potter! That so beats Sirius Black! I'd die if I could go with him!" she shrieked. Lily rolled her eyes.

"I don't see what's so special about him. He's such an arrogant prat," she commented. This time, Katie rolled her eyes.

"He is so hot! Trust me. One day, you'll understand." Lily desperately wanted to change the subject.

"So, Potter and I are going to Hogsmeade tomorrow to pick out a costume and stuff. Wanna come with me?" she offered. Katie moaned.

"Do I ever! I'm so jealous! James Potter! How can you stand it? I'd be dying right now!" Lily sighed.

"Katie. Get over it."

"So… do you want to go in costume?" Lily asked. James shrugged.

"Well, it's a Halloween Ball. We might as well get in the spirit. Besides, it's more fun if we dress up," he concluded. Lily nodded.

"Okay, then. What do you want to dress up as?" she questioned. James shrugged again and ruffled his hair.

"You can pick." Lily bit her lip and pondered for a moment. Her eyes lit up.

"I've got a perfect idea."

(A/N: Just to let you know, I have no idea what the "perfect idea" is. So, if any of you want to help out and give a suggestion, please do!)

James and Lily came bursting back into Hogwarts, lugging many bags with them. They were both laughing and grinning. Suddenly, James froze as a voice echoed throughout the hall.

"Hey, Prongs!" Sirius come strutting over as if he owned the place. Inside, James was fuming at his friend's timing, but he didn't show it.

"Padfoot… Great to see you," he strained. Sirius grinned and then glanced at Lily He nodded and bowed.

"Pleasure to see you here, Miss Evans." He grinned cheekily. Lily rolled her eyes.

"Yes… I'm sure it is," she muttered. She resumed walking. James hopped a couple steps to keep up with her. Sirius, however, pushed his way in between them. James glared at him.

"Is there something you wanted, Padfoot?" he said, trying hard to sound normal and calm. Sirius, however, shook his head and continued along with them.

"Nope. Just enjoying the fine day, as I'm sure you two were doing. Where were you guys?" he inquired politely.

"Hogsmeade," Lily mumbled. Sirius nodded civilly. James glared at the ground as they trudged on up the stairs. Finally, they reached the Gryffindor common room.

"Well, this is my stop," Sirius said brightly. His eyes flickered over to James and then back to Lily. "Well, I hope to see you two again." He bowed. James rolled his eyes. The asshole…

"Listen, uhh, Lily, I hope you don't mind if I stop by their common room for awhile. I, uhh, have some things I have to take care of," James said slowly. "Can you walk back to our common room yourself?" Lily nodded, gave a small wave, and left.

"What in the name of Godric Gryffindor do you think you're doing!" James whispered menacingly the minute she was gone. Sirius grinned.

"Just spending time with you two," he said innocently. James' hands flew up to his hair. He glared at Sirius.

"You're breaking the bet rules! You're not allowed to interfere with Lily and me!" James cried. Sirius shrugged.

"How is that interfering with you two? All I did was talk with you guys," he said. James kicked the wall.

"You know what? Just forget it! I don't care! I don't care if I lose, if I win, if you do anything! I don't care at all!" he shouted. Sirius paused.

"Do you care about Lily?" he asked quietly. James froze. For once, he didn't have an answer. Sirius nodded knowingly. "Fine. I'll see you later, Prongs." He left James standing in the corridor.

A/N: I'm really sorry everyone! I update really slowly, and this chapter was extremely short, I know. But it seemed like a good cut-off point.

Remember to add those costume suggestions!

I'm sorry to say that there will be no more chapters for the next six weeks because I am going on vacation. I am extremely sorry, but I promise a huge, long chapter when I get back!