Hey people. Special thanks to all my reviewers as usual, it is ye that inspire my odd, twisted stories! In response to FlameSpirit ( Lovin' the name! ) who reviewed my other story, I was 15 at the end of January.

Anyhoo onwards and upwards. I know...I know...the Marauders latest prank was utterly ridiculous, silly, stupid and lame not to mention unrealistic! I'm sorry...but I was finding it so hard to come up with an original prank that would ' go down in history ' as I ( stupidly ) had James say in the previous chapter!!!! Anyway, I'm quite excited to get my real story underway. Bella has a big part to play...I'll say no more! Anyway, new material in this chappie, hope you like....

October was passing quickly, without major incident, much to the delight of Lily and her friends. Though they acted brave, they had no wish to get embroiled in one of Bellatrix's ' surprises ' .

The talk of the school was the upcoming Halloween dance, which was open only to fifth years and above, unless invited by an older student. Julie Markson had already confirmed plans of going with Sirius and Adalia Prewett had her eye on Remus.

The teachers were piling on the work as the students settled into the regular routine. Even James and Sirius, the cleverest students in the school ( as verified by Remus in the 3rd HP book! ) were struggling under the assignments set to them.

It was a blustery day of rain, hail, sleet and snow. The clouds had, apparently, burst their banks, letting fall torrents of violent rain. James stood furiously at the entrance to the Common Room, drenched after an unsuccessful Quidditch practice.

'' Hey mate! You look like...words cannot describe your hideousness,'' taunted Sirius, grinning. James just glared at him.
'' It was like a fucking storm out there! Did Cadence care? NO! My broom kept getting blown into the stands...I hit my head a few times too! ''

Peter whistled in sympathy. James smiled at him, then glowered at Sirius and Remus, who were chuckling at his vivid descriptions.
He collapsed into an armchair, breathing slowly. '' My hair's all messed up,'' he wailed as he tried to run a hand through the soaking, sticky mass. Sirius and Remus burst out laughing.

'' What? '' James retorted. '' My hair is my trademark! '' The two Marauders were holding their sides, laughing too hard to manage more than a few incoherent splutters.
James frowned.

'' I'll have to have a bath. Prefect's bathroom, I think. I'll have to get out the map and my cloak! '' he brightened considerably and began crunching on a carrot from the vegetable bowl.

'' Only good thing that came out of the disastrous Quidditch practice was that it gave me time to think. And I worked out the PERFECT bluff for our dear psychotic bitch in Slytherin. It will be really tricky and we'll need a part of Lestrange's body. That will be really difficult, since he's not exactly in Hogwart's anymore. He graduated last year,'' James began waving the carrot around.

Sirius, however, was coughing uncontrollably as though he was about to retch. His handsome face was contorted with revulsion.
'' A Piece Of Lestrange's Body? '' Remus said slowly.
'' What for? ''
James grinned wickedly.

'' For a Polyjuice Potion, my friends. '' .
He then proceeded to elaborate on his plan. When he had finished, Peter was nodding grimly, but Remus and Sirius looked as though James had sprouted a second head.
'' WHAT??? '' whispered Remus loudly, disgusted. Sirius was busy gargling in repulsion.

'' WHY DO WE HAVE TO DRINK SOMETHING WITH A PIECE OF LESTRANGE'S BODY IN IT? THIS IS RODOLPHUS LESTRANGE, BELLATRIX'S BOYFRIEND, THAT WE ARE TALKING ABOUT! WHY CAN'T WE JUST INJECT THE POTION INTO OUR ARMS OR SOMETHING? '' Sirius wailed in despair.
James sighed.

'' Do you want to make Bellatrix wish she had never been born? Or do you want to let her get away with everything? '' muttered James.
Sirius nodded emphatically. '' Ok. If it's to do my dear cuz, then ok. I'll do it. I won't like it but I'll do it,''
James clapped his hands gleefully. '' This, my friends, will be awesome,'' .

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Night was cocooning Lily in a sea of gloom. As she slept, she dreamt. A dream of magic, fluttering with hidden secrets.

She was alone. Everywhere was dark, hidden. As she strained her eyes, spots of white light ahead strengthened, accompanied by the swish of cloaks.

Everywhere was shot with dark, relieved only by a circle of light in front of Gabriella. As her eyes focused, she realised that the circle was a clique of formidable silvery forms. They were tall, with pointed ears and pale, almost transparent skin. Robed in grey, velvet robes with stunningly white hair reaching to the earthen floor and glittering grey eyes, they loomed over Lily like steeples of silver light in the vast darkness.

One of them advanced toward Lily, towering over her. He was obviously millions of years old - his shining silver skin was unblemished, yet he radiated wisdom and age. His eyes seemed to penetrate her very soul, and as he moved out of the ring, the others closed ranks, filling the gap he left behind.

'' Lily Rosa Evans. Do not fear – we are the Guardians of Olden Magic. We have come to disclose a terrible secret. The war is beginning. Magic will be threatened forever. The future is mapped, but it is not yet definite. You and the Man of Mystery...you hold the key. You and he are the Chosen Ones, to join and form the Leader. The Prophecy must come to pass, or all the world will be lost. You and he bear the secrets of the future...go and follow the path of love,''

Lily, confused, looked up at the elder in astonishment. '' Who is he? ''. She had not expected those words to tumble from her lips but they had.
The elder, his cool smooth face glowing with power, smiled. '' You know in your heart who he is. Your heart has the answer...it just hasn't revealed itself yet. Go and tread your path of destiny,''

Then Lily was falling through the air, colours swimming about her in a bright kaleidoscope of images...then she was back, in her dorm, sleeping soundly.

When she woke she remembered nothing of her dream.

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Bellatrix Black grinned slowly. Severus Snape, a weedy scrawny sixth year Slytherin, was standing before her.

'' You will need to prove your devotion and loyalty before I begin your iniation, Snape. The Dark Lord does not take kindly to traitors. If a single whisper of what I am doing reaches the ears of anyone in this school, I personally will see to it that you receive a slow and painful, but tragic, death. Do I make myself clear? ''

Snape did not flinch, merely holding her gaze. '' Of course, Black.''
He disliked, intensely, anyone who felt themselves superior to him, an equal in Dark Magic, and Bellatrix did just that. But if he wanted his powers recognised, his extensive knowledge of the Dark Arts worshipped, he would have to play cat and mouse for a period of time at least.

She lowered her heavy lids, pencilled in black kohl, and regarded him through slitted eyes.
'' And are you willing to prove where your loyalites lie, Snape? ''
Snape nodded once in agreement. '' Always,'' .

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At dinner that day, Dumbledore stood to make a short announcement.

'' Students, students. A quick word? '' his blue eyes twinkled as the room quieted, distracted from the food for once.

'' Thank you. As most of you are already aware of, the Halloween dance is taking place on the 31st. It is Hogwart's first ever Halloween dance and it is open only to fifth years and above, unless a younger student is escorted by an older one. As fifth years are preparing for O.W.L.s and seventh years for N.E.W.Ts, I am entrusting the task of planning the dance to the following sixth year's. When I call your name, please leave your house table and enter this room via the door on my right. ''

The Marauders exchanged mischievous glances. If they were chosen, they could wreak such havoc...

'' Remus Lupin. '' Remus stood and made his way to the door, amid cheers and claps from the rowdy Marauders. '' Lily Evans. ''

James' s need to be chosen increased dramatically. '' Bailey Green. ''
For some odd reason James was unable to fathom, Sirius shifted uncomfortably.

'' Amanda Prescott. '' A slim Ravenclaw entered the room. Sirius pinched James on the arm.
'' Is that all you can do? '' snorted James.

Sirius ignored his remark, leaning in to whisper in his ear. '' Remus is getting all the girls with him! This is what we'll do...'' James nodded emphatically as Sirius filled him in on his plan.

Remus working that close to Lily...after the recent hiccup....

'' And Octavian Rilson,'' a Hufflepuff boy stood and disappeared inside the room.
'' Now, I'm sure you're all waiting to finish your dinners so...'' Dumbledore was cut off abruptly as, with a crack, flaming orange letters materialised into the air, just before Dumbledore.

Sirius mumbled a quick spell and a loud, squeaky voice ruptured the silence, singing the hovering, burning words.

'' AHHH DUMBLEDORE, CAN YOU NOT SEE,

THE MARAUDERS ARE THE DANCE-PLANNERS OF THE CENTURY...

CAN'T WE BE INCLUDED IN THE FESTIVITY??????

WE'LL SPIKE THE DRINKS AND COLOUR THE ROOM,

WE' LL EVEN GIVE YOU A FREE RACING BROOM!

LET US PLAN, JUST GIVE US A CHANCE WE'LL BLOW YOUR MIND WITH THIS HALLOWEEN DANCE! ''

The words fizzled into thin air as the voice ended it's tirade. Hopeful James and Sirius avidly watched Dumbledore for his reaction. He grinned widely, chuckling softly as his blue eyes sparkled in amusement.

'' Well! There is never a dull moment with Masters Black and Potter. Such a great effort must be rewarded...it would be a pleasure. James and Sirius if you'll enter the room to my right for your duties. Now! To dinner! ''

A smug Sirius sauntered up the hall, closely followed by a grinning James. This dance would be fun.

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A/N: Whew! Finally! Just a few notes to my favourite reviewers. What did ye think of the song? One thing, WHAT is ' beta ' ????. I've been using fanfic.net 4 a while, but I dunno what it is! Somebody help my stupidity!!!!!

Mandyzcool: Thanks 4 your review! Luckily, I wrote more! Hope u like it!

Lady of Masbolle: Yay! You are my best reviewer! I CANNOT BELIEVE you liked the cat/dog prank, but I suppose you laughed cos it's so stupid, right???? Anyway, whaddya think of the song, this chappie's prank?

Iris: Thanks, I like the story idea! ( Duh! Otherwise I wouldn't be writing it! ) Anyway, I basically LOVE ANYTHING with James in it!!! Thanks!

FlameSpirit: ER.....you're a bit enthusiastic???? Anyway, thanks! I checked out your story, keep it up!!! Just maybe a bit more romance? Otherwise, really well written!

GryffindorGoddess28: Lovin' your reviews! Tied with Lady of Masbolle 4 best reviews!!

Phyllida: Thanks! Just thanks!

Elle264: Hopefully, you've cheered up! I tried to make it happier anyway! Thanks for your corrections! And I will read your story soon, you shameless advertiser!!!

Einstein09: Loved your review! Dunno if my story is awesome, but thanks so much anyway!! Review again! You seem to have deserted me!

Caitlin: I've loads on the way!

Walkthruethefire: Uhhh...well, obviously they ended up together in the end! By the way, he didn't hate her at all, it was only her that hated him!

Wings of Fantasy: Well, I jumped to 6th year after all!

Mintytoothpick: Cool name! REVIEW AGAIN! You know what to do!

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