The Thirteenth Instalment in:
James & Lily
A tale of love sprung from hate...and pranks....
Authored by: Phoenix Ruisse
A/N: Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SUMMER ROCKS!!!!!!!! So, whaddya think of my font? Over the top, I know...but hey, I'm celebrating the end of my exams! I'm allowed to be weird and flamboyant...etc etc. Anyway, to my faithful reviewers: ( Dum da da dum! )Thanks!
So, anyone check out HP and the Prisoner of Azkaban yet? I saw it 3 weeks ago – it was brilliant! I must admit, the first two films were...kinda...well, I think they kinda ripped the books to shreds! Except for sexy Draco....and a couple of great actors, like Jason Isaacs ( Lucius Malfoy ), they sucked. But 3 is fantastic! The new director rocks! The setting is waaaay cooler and Lupin is a brilliant actor! Dumbledore is brill too and Sirius is very good! ( They're Irish, yay! ) Daniel Radcliffe can actually act in this one ( Total shock ) and he isn't half bad....if you know what I mean...cough cough! Draco is soooooooooooooo SEEEEEEEXXXXXXXXXYYYYYYYY!! YUM!
And, as always, he's a fantastic actor! Ron and Hermione are great too...in fact, there is only one bad thing.....they cut out all of Lucius!!!!! A TOTAL CRIME!!! Actually wait, there's another downer...Sirius is supposed to be MIND- NUMBINGLY HOT!!! ( He's not : C ) Anyway, happy hols!
'' Professor...I...'' Lily faltered, closing her eyes briefly. '' If we...did this...would my family be a possible target? One of Voldemort's, I mean...'' Dumbledore surveyed her sadly. '' It is possible...Voldemort would look to them to exact revenge...however, defences can be mechanised...charms can be invoked to ensure the safety of your family in their home,'' he added gently. James looked stricken. '' And my parents, sir....? They're well known for opposing attacks upon muggleborns...'' he said quickly. Dumbledore bowed his head. '' I am sorry. James...Lily...this is a terrible burden to struggle under. There would be very potent risks to both of you and your families. But many many innocent lives could possibly be saved...through the might of your powers...'' Lily sat stunned, unable to think. Though her sister was as foul as muggles could get, she didn't wish her to be murdered. And her parents...her father...her mother....where would she be without them? She could not willingly endanger them.They were demanding of her, brusque and harsh, but, nevertheless, they loved her and she loved them. They only wished for her to make something of her life...and she could, now. She could actively participate in the forthcoming war, help others...fight against this evil...she herself had witnessed the cold, callous ways of the Death Eaters and their despicable leader. Could she stand by and let herself become a victim? Live in fear?
She would be victimised anyway due to her link with vile Voldemort. He would not be too happy about her escape and would probably plot revenge. He couldn't risk tainting his reputation – outwitted by schoolchildren? Her family might be a target anyway. But if she trained...learned to call upon her mysterious powers and use them as protection, wouldn't she be better off?'' Lily? '' Dumbledore broke into her frenzied thoughts softly. '' Professor. I have only one thing to say and I'm not changing my mind,'' she quelled the stark fear rising within her. '' When does training start? ''
James and Lily left Dumbledore's office separately, as he wished to speak to each of them alone. Though the idea of combat training, street- fighting and martial arts, combined with duelling, sounded fantastic to James, he knew he should be thinking instead of his parents and how he would break the news to them. He couldn't, however, quench the excitement coursing through his veins at the idea of being alone with Lily in the room Dumbledore would select for them to practice in.
He felt so exhilarated, in fact, that he did not notice a marred Slytherin steal past him in the corridor and it was up to Sirius to finally point out that Bellatrix Black had been discharged from the hospital wing.
'' WHAT? '' bellowed James in furor, leaping up from his seat in Divination in anger.'' Mr. Potter, you are disturbing the Seeing aura...please return to your seat and continue to fathom the obscurities of your Crystal Ball...'' admonished Professor Duarf lethargically.
James ignored her, focusing his look of utter disbelief on Sirius, who was clenching his hands into tight fists.
'' Yeah...I saw the whore talking with Dolohov outside Charms. I told you already!'' he added, looking slightly put out.
'' Yeah, I wasn't listening...'' explained James, thinking hard. '' Well, thanks! '' Sirius replied, crossing his arms huffily and sticking out his bottom lip like a sulky little boy. James ignored him.
'' I'm going to Dumbledore. He can't let that trash get away with this,'' James said in a low, muffled voice to Sirius, who nodded emphatically in agreement as he watched James slide down the spiral ladder out of Divination. The dozy professor didn't notice, occupied in reading the lines on her palm.
Now that James was standing outside the gargoyle that guarded the entrance to the principal's office, he realised he hadn't a clue as how to enter. And the Marauders Map was up in his dorm...fourteen flights up and seven across... He sat down wearily against the hump of the ugly statue, resigned to a few hours of spouting countless ridiculous phrases – whatever popped into his head.
'' Oddment...lint...popeye...booble...blot...leprechaun...uh...er, elastic...coddly...wobbles...blob...poncy...shebble...swab...bot...beans...crunching caterpillars...uh...wait, that's it? ''
James broke off as the statue began to move and a winding, revolving staircase came into view.
'' Cool! '' he shook his head in astonishment. '' So someone actually shares Evans' mania for them,''
It was well-known around Hogwarts that Lily attempted to smuggle her sweets into every single class. Finally, it had gotten to the stage that each teacher almost went crazy at the sight of Lily munching away. And this had resulted in McGonagall conjuring several protection charms against Crunching Caterpillars, of every flavour, within her classroom.
Of course, Lily, Queen of Charms, resorted to every underhanded, dirty trick she could pull to cheat McGonagall's spells into allowing her sweets past. Each time she was caught. And sentenced to a week's detention for attempted sabotage of McGonagall's magic. At the moment, her record for detention almost matched those of James' and Sirius'.
The thought of Lily and her weird, but cute, obsessions, drove James' mind to Bellatrix again and all the harm she had caused in the last few weeks. She was turning Hogwarts into a haven for her hellish fantasies and that almost killed all the happiness the school usually possessed. She had to be stopped.
'' James? '' Dumbledore's kindly voice held a hint of surprise. '' Come in,'' James stiffly followed him into the room.
'' Professor, Bellatrix is – '' he began earnestly, before he was silenced as Dumbledore raised a hand.'' I know why you have come,'' he said heavily, his eyes assuming a sombre hue. '' However, as of yet, I cannot take any action regarding Miss Black and her cavorts. When she has been tried in the Courts of Magical Justice, then, I may do as I wish. However, I must tell you that I will not be expelling Miss Black or any of her accomplices in the recent events. ''
James opened his mouth to protest, but Dumbledore motioned for him to remain quiet. '' I cannot, James. It would be most unwise for me to dismiss her. While she resides in this school, I hold authority over her and, to a certain extent, can monitor her movements easily. Outside of my jurisdiction, there is no compensation for the path of horror she could lead,''
James left Dumbledore's office feeling very confused.
'' DUDE! What are you doing HERE???? '' Sirius' voice cut through the silence like a knife. James whirled around. Sirius was standing against the door of the library, as though he was almost afraid to enter such a boring place.
In fact, he had only ever set foot in it twice, to steal books from the Restricted Section whenever the others couldn't do it. It was well-known among the Marauders that he was terrified of being trapped in the bland room, surrounded by schoolbooks! And he was convinced the second assistant librarian, Christina Riel, wanted to lock him in there with her, have her wicked way with him and then leave him to rot among the dust. A bit melodramatic. But it was Sirius.
'' I'm looking for books on Sages,'' James answered in a low voice. Dumbledore had asked him to be careful about who he told his secret to, but Sirius was like a brother to him. And, besides, he'd never tell anyone else. He then proceeded to fill Sirius in on his new powers, surrounded by an Eavesdropper Shield spell.'' That is so...'' Sirius floundered for the right word. '' Deee – Cent, boy! '' James grinned, then smacked Sirius' outstretched palm.
'' I know, man. Wandless magic,'' Sirius stared at him in awe. '' So, anyway, I think one of my powers might be seeing other people's dreams...so I'm looking it up,''
Sirius frowned. '' Why do you think that? '' James allowed himself a mischievous grin, before clearing his throat dramatically.
'' I...er...kinda stumbled into Evans' dream last night. I can't explain it, really,'' Sirius smirked. '' Oh,'' he wiggled his eyebrows up and down. '' And what, may I ask, were the contents of her dream? Murdering you? Reliving her memory of glueing you to the Quidditch cabinet? ''
James flushed, remembering, in fourth year, when Lily had gotten so infuriated with him she had hexed him and ' accidentally ' ended up sticking him to the old wooden chest.
'' Well? '' said Sirius impatiently. James sighed fakely. '' Actually, Padfoot,'' he beamed brazenly. '' She seems to have a...er..'' he coughed, then winked. ''...a secret fetish for my sexy body,''
Sirius raised a skeptical eyebrow. '' Whatever, Sirius,'' yawned James. '' Believe what you want. But I know she is attracted to me. She was really getting carried away with her little fantasy,''
James smiled naughtily as though he would quite enjoy getting ' carried away '. '' NO WAY,'' Sirius said, shaking his head. '' She despises your very existence! '' James just smirked knowingly.
'' Obviously, that isn't enough to stop her from wanting me,'' '' Come off it, Prongs,''
James simply continued smiling. '' I'll prove it, Padfoot. Ten bucks says I can make her admit it,''
'' You're on, boy! ''
The next two weeks passed relatively slowly for Lily. She spent all her free time researching Sages, levitating the books out from the Restricted Section and into her dorm every night. She also checked up on the defence training she would be starting in November. She couldn't wait to start.
The Halloween Dance was drawing closer and closer, but James and herself had been exempted from duties as Dumbledore wished for them to psych themselves up for the training. She didn't see him much lately, but whenever she did he would just grin roguishly at her and ask her out about fifty different times per hour.
'' NO! NO! NO! NO! NO! NO! '' she screamed eventually in the hallway before he could open his mouth to speak. She blushed as people turned around to stare. But she didn't really care. James was driving her crazy.
He feigned hurt. '' Aww, Evans, how did you know that was what I was going to say? ''
Lily rolled her eyes. '' Well, what were you going to say, Potter? '' impatiently.
He grinned malevolently. '' Just thought I'd ask – wanna go out with me? '' '' ARRRRGGGGGHHHH!!!! '' she shrieked in frustration.
'' I'll take that as a no, then? '' James called after her as she began stomping up the corridor. Lily paused, then slowly turned around. James gulped. Aww, man. I've gone too far...she'll maim me..
Lily regarded him through slitted eyes. Then, to his ultimate surprise, she began to laugh. James grinned delightedly as Lily stood there, in the middle of the corridor, laughing.Unbeknownst to both, the block of ice between their souls melted just a little more.'' So, Prongsie, mate...I reckon you owe me ten galleons! '' James raised an eyebrow.'' Don't think so, Padfoot. I haven't executed my superior plan yet. She'll confess. Just you wait,'' Sirius snorted.
'' UH...yeah..suuurre Jamesie, boy,'' James just smiled. All would be revealed tomorrow night, at the Halloween Dance.'' Visit Potter's Predestined Dream Decipheration Loft!!!! '' Sirius bellowed at the milling students packed into the Great Hall. James rolled his eyes.
'' Dude, the title's too long....just say Dream Telling! '' Sirius flung a hand to his chest, fluttering his eyelashes daintily.'' Are you questioning moi? The master of seduction? '' he sniggered as if the idea was ludicrous. '' Watch the pro, Jamesie boy,''Sirius grabbed the arm of Lita Resley, a passing Hufflepuff. '' Hey, Li...'' he pouted sexily. '' Jamesie here is pissed off cos no- one's coming to his stall. Will you have a go? ''
James began protesting angrily ( '' People are coming, you're the one scaring 'em off! ) before Lita called over a herd of her giggling friends and slumped into the chair.'' So...what service are you offering, Potter? '' Lita rolled his name along her tongue, smirking naughtily at him. James grinned, running a hand through his rumpled hair.
'' Well, I have a talent....many talents, actually...but one of them is pretty cool. I can see the dreams of others from reading their palms...interested? '' Lita laughed softly, then flung her hand across the table towards James.James pretended to study it. It was just for effect...he knew all too well what Lita dreamt about. For the previous two weeks, James had taken to honing his newly discovered power, delving into the dreams of all in his year.
'' Mmm...Li...I'm sensing you dream about...clowns,'' Lita looked taken-aback, then chuckled.
'' Well, Potter...you've failed dismally...'' James merely grinned.'' So you're telling me you don't dream about men in wigs...with big red noses...dancing and joking...''
'' Aggh! '' cried Lita. '' How did you know? How did you know I'm mortally afraid of clowns? HOW?! ''
James smirked. '' Magic...''It wasn't long before throngs of students were queuing up to have their dreams revealed by James Potter. It had spread like wildfire...in fact, many people were ignoring the band Dumbledore had hired to play at the dance and, instead, were offering to pay James for his...' services '.Finally...James glimpsed Lily detach herself from her friends and make her way toward his crowded stall. Sirius ushered her through the swarm of students to the front of the line. He was dying to see Lily's face when James...!Lily slumped into the chair, eyeing James with amusement. '' So...you decipher dreams, Potter? '' she raised her eyebrow, impatiently flicking a lock of her russet hair back from her face.
He leaned forward across the table, closing the gap between them. '' No...I just tell everyone what you dream about...'' he corrected softly. Lily's smile faltered slightly before she laughed. '' And what happens when there's nothing to tell...?''He gently took her hand, grinning at her mysteriously. '' There's always something to tell...Evans...always,''
Lily shook her head smugly. '' Odd way to reveal dreams...you know, studying palms. I thought that was reserved for crackpots like Duarf,''
James exhaled slowly. '' Nope! '' he responded jovially. Then his smile slipped as he leaned in, talking quietly, so only Lily could hear.'' You sure you want me to expose your dreams? '' She grinned sardonically.
'' Just remember...I gave you every chance to back out,'' James pretended to scrutinise her hand. His heart was lurching about his chest...should he do it? But maybe she'd admit she had feelings...or should he make something up? He ground his teeth in frustration, confused.'' Come on, Potty,'' goaded Bailey, who had sidled over to join Lily. James motioned for Lily to lean forward. She did so, an amused smile twitching at the corners of her lips.
'' You dream about....'' began James loudly. He lowered his voice, so that his whisper fluttered by her ear, tingling her skin. '' Me...''Lily stood up abruptly, too briskly for her to look genuinely dismissive. '' I do not! '' she cried indignantly, but a telltale blush was creeping along her neck.
'' Admit it, Evans,'' Lily narrowed her eyes.'' You are so conceited...'' '' I know you do, Evans,'' retorted James hotly, cutting her off. '' I DON'T! ''
'' DO! '' '' DON'T! ''
'' DO! '' '' What? '' asked Bailey in confusion.
'' She,'' began James heatedly,'' won't admit she wants me! ''A few people in the crowd started to snigger. Lily was famous for her hatred of James Potter.
'' Dream on, Potter,'' bit Lily snidely. '' YOU'RE the one DREAMING, Evans! About ME! '' '' You are SO pigheaded! I actually was beginning to think you were OK! UH! You are so sick! GO FUCK YOURSELF! '' she shrieked, shoving him backward so he keeled over the desk.
He lay sprawled on the floor, staring at her. She stomped away, shooting what others would deem as angry stares back at him. But James had always observed her closely and knew she was humiliated. But he felt reckless.
'' Yeah? '' he called out vindictively at her retreating back. '' Well, why would I do that? YOU'RE the one who wants to fuck me! ''Lily stumbled, then whirled around, her wand out. '' Don't you ever say that about me again, Potter. The sight of you makes me ILL,'''' Mr. Potter! What is going on here? '' James turned, guiltily, to a very angry McGonagall.Unbeknownst to both, the block of ice between hardened and frosted, cooler than perhaps ever before.A/N: HEY! I know James seemed like a prick but...hey! Lily can't just change overnight and start liking him immediately. So I'm adding a fair few twists...also, James still has to grow up a bit. He's really stuck-up! Thanks to all my reviewers – you really do make such a difference! Don't worry, sixth year will really take off after the next two or three updates! And then it's SEVENTH year! YAY! Head Boy and Head Girl...in their own private dorm....hmm hmm. I'll leave the rest to your imaginations!PS: I am starting a second Lily and James story cos I've got an idea stuck in my head and I can't get it out! If you wanna read it, click on my name and my bio will come up. It's posted there. I dunno what I'll call it yet...but I'll let you all know when I do! It's COMPLETELY different from this!Lady Of Masbolle: You are the Queen of Reviewers! You are my most faithful...I thank you. Ok! I've an idea...I'll be introducing two new characters in seventh year. I was thinking...if it's ok by you, could I nickname one Lady of Masbolle? You would be in the story, as a character, like....and if you tell me a few of your traits, I'll put them in. Just a thought...Anyway, Lily does get embarrassed....but she tries to hide her feelings cos she thinks she hates James.PhinixoftheZodiac: Thanks! Hopefully, I updated quickly enough...? But there will be loads of updates after this, so hang in there! Stick with the story!Champtennis: WOAH! That was a LOT of reviews! Thank you so much for taking the time to write that many! You are so sound! The dream was meant to be awkward cos...I think it just makes it more fun! Ooh, I'm evil! Needlessly humiliating my characters! By the way, what parts in the books did you feel Remus and Lily had a thing? Cos last week I had the TOTAL opposite opinion, but now I'm not so sure...have you seen the third film? Cos Lupin GUSHES over Lil and JK Rowling did say that the director had accidentally slipped in a few clues as to happenings in the next two books....and there's supposed to be a revelation about Lil in the seventh book....just a thought...could Lupin have been in LOVE with Lily?????FlameSpirit: Ahh...ok, now I think you'll kill me cos there seems to be a de-progression in this chappie....thanks for your review! You rock!LilyPotter: Thank you for your GREAT review! It made me feel good.... blushes now I've a big fat head! Only kidding, my stories are lame in comparison to the one and only JK ROWLING! Where are you from? Cos I'm just wondering if you'll be taking the SAME exams that I just took?Siobhan: It's really weird cos I've a great friend called Siobhan who has a bit of...um...an OBSESSION with the ' sexual tension ' between characters in books! Hmmmm....! Thanks so much for review! And, I'll say it again: Marilyn Manson – YUCK!Deal-with-it: OMG! Your review...words cannot express my gratitiude! You really like the story that much? THANKS!! Hopefully – fingers crossed – you won't hate me for what I did in this chappie????? But I really feel that Lil and James can't change overnight....XxSpAzZiExx: Yes, James can see dreams! I thought that was a pretty cool thing....have any of you guessed what Lily's power is yet????????? There are clues! I'll R&R your stories soon! Like, in a minute!Speediola: Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : DLALALALALA Liz: Hope I got the amount of ' La La's right! Anyway, THANKS!!!!! I'm on summer hols now like you! YAY! I love cliffhangers though......there will be more! He He He!Speedoairhed: Well, I will keep writing! Hope your not mad about this chapter....let me live people! They will KISS and make up....eventually! He he he!Realalien: Good luck in your exams! Don't stress! Relax and read fanfiction! Thanks! I felt that it would be more exciting with a thicker plot!NeptuneStar: THANKS!!!!!Nino: Thank you so so so much! It's not a work of art...but I try! Thanks! But don't you think suspense makes it more interesting??????Nino left the last review when I checked...if there are any more HOPEFULLY I'll reply to them in the next chappie! THANKS!!!!
