Disclaimer: I don't own the characters, it's all J.K.Rowling's; anything you don't recognize, it's mine

Note: This is my first fanfic, and I've had the idea in my mind quite a lot of time ago; please read and review

'I'm telling you, I'm NOT going' the fiery redhead screamed.

Melody sighed. Ever since the letter got there, she had been trying to convince Lily to go to the ball, but the redhead would simply not allow it.

Flashback

It had been a year since Lily Evans and her best friend, Melody Brawn had graduated from Hogwarts, though the last year at the well-known school for wizardry hadn't been easy.

Lily had finally agreed to go out with James Potter- whom she had hated since the first five minutes on the Hogwarts Express – and Melody had had to hang around with her and the Marauders, and support the presence of Sirius Black. Neither Melody nor Lily had been keen to spend time with the Marauders, Lily because she hated Potter, and Melody because, well, it's a short story.

She had dated Sirius Black –the biggest playboy of Hogwarts- in their 6th year, because of a dare. Soon enough, though, she had begun to experience feelings towards the handsome Griffindor, and had actually thought he liked her back too. Until she found him snogging some bimbo on the fourth floor. She had instantly broken up with him –something unheard of –and had vowed never to let it get to her.

Lily's story was somewhat a bit sadder. She had dated James for the past year, only to find him snogging a girl in the Astronomy Tower –where, incidentally, they had shared their first kiss together – the day before graduation. She had acted, all thorough the next day coldly towards him, and neither spoke nor acknowledged his presence. When he had tried to talk to her, she had slapped him so hard that the mark was visible the whole day long. By the end of the ceremony, all Hogwarts knew that Lily and James had split up.

Now, however, Lily was reading a book in the flat she shared with Melody, when an owl entered through the open window, left a letter on the table, and flew out instantly.

Lily didn't bother to read the letter, thinking it was something for Melody. When the latter arrived home and opened the letter, a huge surprise was awaiting them both.

Ms. Evans and Ms. Brawn,

I am pleased to announce you that a ball will be held at Hogwarts next weekend in honor of our seventh years graduate students.

It will be a chance for everyone to meet again old friends.

I am counting on your presence, and you will be pleased to know, I'm sure, that it is a masked ball.

Sincerely,

Albus Dumbledore.

'I'm not going' Lily said as soon as Melody finished reading the letter out loud.

End Flashback

Melody had attempted to persuade Lily through the week, but unfortunately, she didn't have much chance. They couldn't possibly not go, since Dumbledore obviously wanted them there.

Finally, she lost her nerve. She had actually liked James, and found that this was a last chance for Lily to get back with him. Actually, as she read the letter, a plan formed in her head, and she was determined to try her best to get the two back together, even if that meant she had to spend a whole night with Black.

'Look, I don't care if stupid arrogant Potter is going to be there, you are simply coming with me because I don't want to be left alone with Sirius!' Seeing that she was about to protest, she added 'And no buts. You're coming, and that's final!'

Lily seemed to be at a loss for words, and Melody took the opportunity to grab her by the arm and drag her to the nearest wizard shopping center.

Next week-end, Hogwarts Great Hall

Already the whole hall was filled with people. Outside, two girls were whispering frantically.

'Lily, stop fidgeting, he won't recognize you, okay!' a fairy-dressed Melody tried to persuade Lily. 'Your hair is now totally black, and he'll probably be looking for redhead.'

'Fine' the latter mumbled, and she waited as Melody entered the Hall, to give her best friend her five minutes for her great entrance.

Then, it was her turn.

In a corner of the great hall, placed as to be able to see whoever was entering the great hall, three boys, were waiting.

'What if she won't come?' the one dressed as a Prince Charming with blonde hair, asked.

'Relax, Prongs, she'll be here', the pirate next to him said. 'Right, Moony?' he addressed the later member of their little club, who was dressed as a pirate too.

'Sure, she'll come, except don't think she'll have red hair.'

'Thanks for the help, Moony', the Prince said sarcastically. Then, he heard Sirius mutter under his breath. 'What was that, mate?'

'I said Brawn is here.'

James turned to face the entrance, then, turned toward Sirius 'Don't worry, I suppose she won't even come near y-' he stopped however, as he saw the bewildered face of his friend. 'Sirius? You okay, mate?' he turned to Remus for help, but found him to be as bewildered as Padfoot. Actually, the whole Hall seemed to have fallen incredibly silent. He saw everyone was looking towards the entrance. He turned around and gaped.

The most beautiful creature stood there. Enveloped in a white gown that sparkled all around her, her beautiful black hair falling in waves on her back, and her face glistening in the dim light, covered by a mask, she seemed to have gotten out of a fairy tale.

Then, slowly, she began to advance toward someone in the crowd, and James felt jealousy sting him. She was already with someone. Relief filled him –Wait, relief? What am I talking about? I love Lily! -when he realized she was walking towards a girl dressed like a fairy, a strangely familiar girl, he thought.

'Brawn' he whispered. 'Melody Brawn.'

He wondered who the raven haired girl was, as he openly stared at her, and then, he saw her blush. He gasped. Not because of her incredible beauty, but because of that blush. Happiness filled him when he realized that the beautiful maiden and his only love were the same person. He turned to his friends.

'It's her!'

'What?' They both seemed to be in a trance.

'It's Lily!'

'How can you be so sure?' Remus asked him.

James grinned. 'I would recognize that blush among a million.'

Sirius patted him on the back, and said, grinning also 'Then what are you waiting for? Go sweep her off her feet!'

James grinned at his best friends, and hurried towards the girl.

Lily was talking to Melody, when she saw her friend smirk without any reason.

'What are you smirking about, Mel?'

Just then, she heard a voice, a very familiar deep voice behind her ask.

'May I have this dance?'

She turned around and found herself gazing in deep hazel eyes, her heart beating fast.

Well, hope you liked it! How did I do? Too fluffy? I accept critics, just don't be too harsh!

I'm not sure if I should continue (if so, there may be 3 chapters in all). Please help me decide…

Dea