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Summary: It seems love just isn't what's in store for Lily Evans and James Potter. After two years in a relationship, they couldn't see why they were still together. Now they try to convince themselves and everyone around them that breaking up really was for the best, even though deep down they are heartbroken. They struggle to find some sort of happiness, sort through confusion, and end up realizing that they were meant for each other. Then all they have to do is put aside their pride and tell each other the truth. Eventually LJ! R&R Please!

Chapter Started: Sunday, February 08, 2009

Chapter Finished: Sunday, February 08, 2009

Chapter Posted: Sunday, February 08, 2009 8:50pm

Chapter dedicated to: Abarraine--thanks for reviewing!

Chapter 15

-JPOV-

"Mate, help me move these scumbags into the living room," I said, grabbing an arm.

"Uh, James, you're a wizard. Remember," Sirius replied smartly, whipping out his wand.

"Right."

I dropped the death eater's arm and pulled my wand out once again. We arrived in the living room right after Kingsley and Frank levitated their captured.

"Kingsley, do you mind standing guard over these guys with Sirius? Is that okay," I received a nod before asking Franks, "Could you show me where you found the cells?"

"Sure thing."

There were a total of five cells. I could see with clarity three white skeletons, even in the darkness. One cell was empty; it was probably the cell that had held Griffins and Rowell. The other three had one to two bodies in them, all dead and rotting. In the cell closest to me, I could immediately identify the person that had gone missing months ago. I had to turn away from the unbearable sight.

"Moody and another team should have been here already. I wonder what is keeping them."

"I'm going to the Department. You guys can stay here right?"

"Jeez, James. What do you think we are? A couple of girls or something," Sirius responded, trying to lighten the mood.

I shook my head with a slight grin on my face as I disapparated.

I strode through the halls, intent on finding my target.

"Potter," Moody's voice filled with surprise. "Where are the others?"

"Well sir. Kingsley, Frank, and Sirius are currently still in France. We found the building that was holding the hostages. In the last hour, we have captured nine death eaters, while Eric and Evans were supposed to take the hostages to St. Mungos and come straight here to find you. We have a much larger situation at hand--we've found quiet a few missing persons."

"Good to hear Potter. I want to you take team six back out there with you. I'll meet you guys there. I'm going to St. Mungos to check in with Freeman and Evans."

"Yes, sir."

-EPOV-

Crap. Moody's here. Where the hell is Lily? Maybe she's just had a hard time doing side-apparation with a dead body. That has to be it. She's just had to make several stops.

"Freeman. Where is Evans?"

"Well, you see sir. I brought Rowell here, and she was supposed to bring Griffins body--"

"Body?"

"Yes, sir. We were too late for Griffins. Anyway, she was supposed to bring the body here and then we were supposed to come to you."

"I already know that. Potter came to see me a few minutes ago. You didn't answer my question."

"I don't know sir. I think she's just having a hard time apparating with a dead body."

"When was the last time you saw her?"

"A little over an hour ago."

"Freeman, when Evans arrives, I want the two of you to report back to me immediately. I will be with the rest of your team out where you captured the death eaters."

"Yes sir," I replied as he turned on his heal.

Once he rounded the corner, I couldn't help asking aloud, "Where are you, Evans?"

-JPOV-

"FRANK," Alice ran up, jumping into her husbands arms. "I'm so glad you're safe."

"Why wouldn't I be?"

"Oh, shush," she playfully pushed him.

I heard a quiet pop and knew it was Moody.

"So, show me what we have here."

We led Moody and team six down to the basement, explaining what we have found in more detail.

"Okay. Team six, I want you to clean up this crime scene and identify each body. I'll be there in a few minutes to assist you guys. Team one, I want you to deposit the death eaters that were captured tonight to Azkaban. Then I want you to head back to the Department and write out your reports. You are dismissed," he said, waving his hand. "Oh and don't forget to remind Freeman to let me know when Evans arrives."

"Arrives, sir," I questioned with slight alarm showing in my voice.

"Evans has failed to show up with Griffins body. Freeman believes Evans might be having trouble apparating with a dead body. She should be there soon," he said, once again waving his hand in a dismissing manner.

"Yes sir."

"There. Finished," Sirius threw his quill down. "What about you guys?"

"Just about," Frank replied.

I stayed silent. I couldn't shake this weird feeling off--where were Evans and Freeman?

"Let's go see how Rowell is doing," Kingsley suggested.

Everyone agreed before heading over to the hospital.

"Hey, Eric. How's Rowell doing," Sirius asked.

"He's going to be okay. They've patched him up and they're just waiting for him to wake up," he replied. I noticed he seemed a bit antsy.

"Where is she," I questioned, just as Lily's patronus races up to us.

"Help…" Lily's weak voice managed to croak out.

A/N: So. I know this was a short chapter. Nevertheless, I wanted to at least get something out. Now as much as I appreciate the review from Abarraine, I would really love receiving more reviews. It really helps with me writing. I don't know when the next chapter will be out, but I will do my best to get it out next weekend. Thanks for reading my story. Please go to my profile and complete my poll, many thanks in advance. : ) have a great rest of the week.

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