"So, Lily, James, Sirius… you are all adult wizards now… what do you plan to do with your lives?" Mr. Potter said, as the whole party gathered in the sitting room for tea at the end of Mr. Evans' birthday dinner.
"I plan to be rich and famous, and have all the ladies," Sirius said, in all seriousness.
"I expected nothing less from you, son," replied Mr. Evans.
Lily spoke up. "I'm definitely going to become an Auror. It's the worthiest cause to fight for, especially now."
James spoke next. "I agree; I'd like to be one as well." He paused for a moment, then added, "I also think I'd like to ask Lily to marry me."
The room became silent, except for the crackling of the fire.
James pulled a small velvet box out of his cloak pocket and knelt on one knee in front of Lily's chair. His future wife smiled.