A/n: Well, first chapter didn't go so well. Oh, well. Here's another chapter for those who are reading. R/R!

stellar: Well, I'm sorry you don't like Stacey. I've heard reasons why from other friends of mine, so I sort of see what you're talking about. I can't take Stacey out. The story would fall apart. I know you don't understand now, but maybe you will if you keep on reading. You probably won't understand in this story, but I know with one of the sequels to this (if not the second) hopefully, you'll understand then.

Marauder: I'm glad you liked it! I hope you continue reading. Yes, I know it's weird to Voldemort in love with you, but she's in love with him, too. That makes it even weirder, huh?

e.e: You think this is good? I'm so glad you like it! You probably won't have to wait long for each chapter. So, that's a good thing.

Noename: The reply to your review will be on Chapter 16.

Chapter 2

Their test in Herbology went well. The Marauders had paired up (they were supposed to get in groups of 4) and Stacey and Lily paired up with 2 Hufflepuff guys. Overall, the test went well. And their next class was uneventful. They went to lunch, ate, and then headed to the dungeons for Potions.

They sat down at their usual table (in the back) and waited for Professor Morano to come in so they could start the test and get it over with.

When she finally came in and gave the assignment, it was harder than they expected.

When they got done, only James, Sirius, and Lily had done it done it correctly out of the Gryffindors. Out of the Slytherins, only Snape had done it correctly. Remus and Stacey had messed up slightly, while Peter had nearly messed up completely.

"How horrible." Peter had been saying as they walked to Transfiguration - their last class - for yet another test. "And we have another one next period." He sighed. "This is the worst day of my life.

Remus put his hand on his shoulder to comfort him. "Don't be too stressed, ok? Think positively."

"How can I think positively," Peter said, "when I know I'm going to fail."

Sirius shook his head and put his hand on Remus' shoulder and said, "Don't try, it doesn't work."

Remus chuckled and took his hand off Peter's shoulder as Sirius slipped his hand off Remus' as they walked into Transfiguration and took their seats. Professor McGonagall explained to the class what they were supposed to do, and told them to get on it. She went around checking every student's progress on what they were supposed to do. Sirius, James, Stacey, and Lily were the only students who completed it successfully. Remus had only messed up slightly… and Peter… well… let's not discuss how good (or bad) he did.

All were relieved when the bell rang, signally class to be over. The Marauders, Lily, and Stacey raced to their dormitories, set their stuff down, and then went back down to the common room.

All were relieved when the bell rang, signally class to be over. The Marauders, Lily, and Stacey raced to their dormitories, set their stuff down, and then went back down to the common room.

"3 tests in one day. Ugh." said Stacey. "I hope that never happens again."

"Why?" Peter asked, a little smartly. "It's not like you did bad on any of them or anything."

"Well, yes." Stacey agreed. "It's just quite stressful. And just because you did bad on your tests, does not mean you get to take it out on me!"

Peter lowered his head. "I'm sorry. You're right. Just because I didn't do well gives me no right to take it out on you just because you did good and I didn't."

Stacey gave Peter a hug. "It's ok, Peter. I'd be doing the same thing in your position."

Peter smiled as she walked over to a chair and sat down.

Dinner was quite stressful – for Sirius and Remus at least. When they got there, almost everyone was there already. There were only a few spots left on the right end of the table. James, Lily, and Peter took seats on one side (in that order), and Sirius, Remus and Stacey took their seats right across from them.

It was bad enough to sit across from each other. Sitting next to each other was hell. Both of them being fairly tall, they kept bumping knees and elbows; both of their hearts beating like crazy.

But at the Common Room later that evening, things only got worse…

The Marauders are very physical with each other. This time it was Sirius and Remus. Remus smarted off to one of Sirius' remarks, and Sirius was determined to make him pay. Sirius started to play-fight with, Remus play-fighting back. Of course, Sirius is much stronger than Remus, so eventually (didn't take very long), Sirius had Remus' hands behind his back, so Sirius calmly asked him if he would take back what he said. He wouldn't. So Sirius pushed Remus to the ground pinning Remus' legs with his and holding his arms out on the ground, making sure he wouldn't move, and that he would take it back, or he wouldn't let him up, even though his heart (and Remus' as well) gets to beating so fast whenever the other is near, which is just about all the time.

When Remus ended up on the ground, he was in shock. Sirius even surprised himself.  He had been so careful not to be that physical with Remus because of the way he felt about him and the feelings he got whenever he was near him. When Sirius had Remus under him, he could just imagine kissing him deeply and passionately. But he brought himself back to reality and realized that that'll never happen. Get real, Black, he thought. Just get real.

Remus thought the same thing. He wanted Sirius to kiss him, but wiped those thoughts from his mind. It'll never happen, Lupin, he thought. Never. So get over it.

But neither one of them will get over it that easily. Ever.

To get his mind of his thoughts – and the fact that Sirius is much stronger than him and he was basically stuck on the ground – Remus whispered, "Fine. You win."

"Good." Sirius replied, and got up and released him.

They finally looked at their watches and realized that it was getting late and they had better get to bed. They did have classes in the morning. So, they trotted up to their dormitory and went to bed. Sirius and Remus thinking (and dreaming) of how good it felt to be that close to one another all night. And how much they wish that they could solve this heartache that they're feeling.

A/n: hope you enjoyed this chapter! I'll update as soon as possible… not quite sure if I should drag out Sirius and Remus confronting each other about their feelings or if I should put in the next chapter… will probably drag it out though.