It became quite a possible theory that Lily fancied James. However, no matter how much her friends questioned her, she refused to admit any feeling towards her fellow Gryffindor. She seemed absolutely set against the idea of her fancying James, after all of the years turning him down. Although, she had to admit that he made quite an admirable Head Boy, which she found out when she returned to Hogwarts after the summer. We join the group of teens at the Yule Ball in their 7th year.
"I don't believe this. I really don't believe this." Leila wasn't in a very good mood. It was 8:30 PM on December 15th, the Yule Ball, and the school was holding it breath for the Head Boy and Head Girl to finally get together. However, both seemed to be completely determined to ignore each other's existence. Leila, Sirius Black, Emmeline, Remus and Peter were all spying on the two. Lily's other friend, Alice, was currently dancing with her date, Frank Longbottom.
"What's the matter, Lae?" Remus asked. "Are you blind, Moony? It's as if they aren't aware that each other exist!" Sirius groaned. "They're never going to get together if they don't dance tonight." Emmeline said, worried. "Yeah, and I finally work up the courage to ask Leila out, and now we're gonna spend the whole night spying on two idiotic teens with too much pride to confess their undying love for each other!" Sirius cried. Leila patted him on the arm, he golden eyes twinkling. "There's always Hogsmeade, Sirius." Sirius groaned. "But this is driving me insane!"
Leila thought for a moment. Sirius watched her with interest, noting how great she looked in bronze. He was so happy that she had said yes when he asked her to the ball, but now the whole effort would be wasted if Lily and James didn't dance together tonight. "We need a plan. A good one." She muttered, twirling a curled tendril of her blonde hair, which was swept up on top of her head. "I've got it!" She exclaimed. At that, Leila took off across the Great Hall, through the crowd and towards the staff table. A second later, Professor McGonagall took the stage where a popular wizard band had been playing a second earlier. "We have had a request for a special dance for the head boy and girl. James, Lily, please come forward."
The second Lily heard this, her heart sank. She had made a point of avoiding James this evening, and he seemed to be doing the same. The reason why she was avoiding him was complicated; she didn't want to hurt his feelings by rejecting him to dance, but a small part of her wanted to say yes to him. She just couldn't do that. Now, though, her whole plan was ruined. Before she could ponder on this, however, James was by her side, holding out his hand for her to take. Taking a deep breath, she took his hand and allowed him to lead her onto the dance floor. To her surprise, she saw a familiar blonde in a bronze dress taking the microphone from Professor McGonagall. "All right, guys, this song is for you." Leila's familiar voice echoed over the crowd. Lily closed her eyes, and rested her free hand on James's arm as she felt his hand slip around her waist.
Sirius watched as Lily and James started a slow waltz. Leila's voice rang in the background, clear and beautiful.
What if I told you it was all meant to be?
Would you believe me, would you agree?
It's almost that feeling that we've met before so tell me that you don't think I'm crazy when I tell your love is here and now.
Sirius shared a look of amazement with Emmeline. Apparently, no one had known that Leila could sing. "It's her veela blood." Remus explained softly.
James took a deep breath. Holding Lily's hand, her being this close to him, having her looking at him like that, it was starting to all feel a bit overwhelming. He had loved her since he had first laid eyes on her in first year, and now he was finally dancing with her.
A Moment like this.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this.
Some people search forever for that one special kiss.
I can't believe its happening to me.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this.
She was very, very close. He could easily lean forward and kiss her right now. The very thought of kissing her sent his brain into overload. Closing his eyes for a moment, James swallowed and tried to clear his head. "You OK?" A soft voice spoke. James opened his eyes to see Lily looking at him with-was that concern? Blushing slightly, James nodded. "Yeah. I'm fine."
Everything changes, but beauty remains.
Something so tender I cant explain.
Well I may be dreaming but til I awake..Can we make the dream last forever?
And I'll cherish all the love we share for a moment like this.
James decided that Leila was officially evil to do this to him. She had obviously planned it. His fellow Maruaders were probably involved as well. Might as well make the best of the situation.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this.
Some people search forever for that one special kiss.
I cant believe its happening to me.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this.
The speed of waiting love of all.
I wanna know that you will catch me when I fall.
So let me tell you this.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this...
"Anything on your mind?" His own voice surprised him. Lily looked up at him. Her eyes were so…green. "Nothing much. Why?" James shrugged, or at least attempted to do while dancing. "You're kind of quiet." Theey were silent for another moment. "Lily, I need to talk to you." James blurted out. Lily looked up at him yet again. "What about?" James thought he heard a slight shake in her voice.
The speed of waiting love of all.
I wanna know that you will catch me when I fall.
So let me tell you this.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this...
"About us." Lily looked slightly alarmed. "Lily, I have been completely entranced by you since that day we met at the lake in 1st year. I know I came across as arrogant and pig-headed, but that's just the way I was, because I thought it would impress you. I am so, so sorry for all of the times I insulted and annoyed you. I just wanted your attention." James hoped he wasn't rambling. "Lily, I care so deeply about you, I think it's physically hurting me not to be with you. I feel as if my life is worthless without you. Lily, I think I'm in love with you.
Lily's eyes were huge. "James…" Her voice was wavering. She closed her mouth, dropped his gaze for a moment, then looked away. She appeared to be thinking. Suddenly, she lifted her head, leaned forward and kissed him. James could hear Sirius, Remus and Peter cheering, but their voices seemed far, far away. All he could seem to comprehend was the fact that Lily had kissed him. Oh, my broomstick, I'm kissing Lily Evans! James's mind seemed to explode as soon as it comprehended that simple fact. They broke apart, and gazed into each other's eyes for a moment, then Lily spoke as well. "James Potter, I do believe I'm in love with you as well." James grinned, the pulled her closer to him and kissed her again.
Some people search a lifetime for a moment like this.
Some people search forever for that one special kiss.
I cant believe its happening to me.
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this.
Yes, this is the end. I know it's not fabulous, but I had the idea and had to put it down. I'm not going to end this story this second, because I'm thinking of adding more oneshots (wedding, Harry's birth, etc.) Anyway, thanks for reading Under Construction! For now, I'm over and out!
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