DISCLAIMER: Okay, this is the last time I'm going to say this…all the wonderful characters that you know belong to the one and only, JK!

Chapter 2

After what seemed like an eternal daze, James managed to find his way back to the Marauders' compartment, and he used his outgoing, I-don't-care-about-anything attitude to cover up the hurt that Lily had caused him.

The four teenage boys talked about nothing in particular, but still managed to enjoy themselves none-the-less which was why they were such good friends.

"The full moon's in 1 week" Remus Lupin's dull voice proclaimed with a glum expression over his face and a silence came between them. They all knew how he felt about the fact that he was a werewolf.

"No worries mate, just remember, we'll always be here for you" Sirius patted his friend on the arm and extended a rare genuine smile.

Meanwhile, Lily Evans was still in a fit of rage as she stomped back to the usual compartment she and her friends shared. Not only did he have to ruin her first day back by coming up and scaring her to death, but he had to be Head Boy! She decided she must be cursed.

Without greeting her 2 best friends as she entered, Lily practically flung herself at an empty seat and tried to calm her erratic breathing. Her 2 best friends exchanged knowing glances. This had to be about James Potter for nobody else they knew in the entire school could get Lily so worked up.

Lily's best friends meant the world to her, and they were practically triplets joined at the hip. However, their personalities were totally different, which made many wonder how they'd even got to know each other in the first place.

Eva Milton was the quiet, observant one of the three and seemed always calm and composed even in the worst of situations. Her rich flowing auburn hair matched perfectly with a pair of almond, brown eyes. She was pretty in her own unique way, but definitely shy. She was a worthy friend and was a great listener, especially when it came to Lily's problems with James.

Brittany Davies was undoubtedly the hyper and uncontrollable one. Her temper could give Lily's a run for her money, and she'd been known to have constant disagreements with Sirius Black. Her hair was short honey blonde, with faded pink and purple streaks and her personality matched appropriately with her hair; unpredictable and wild. She was the one who'd spent hours of her time convincing Lily that James Potter was her man. Lily's reply would always be the same:

"I'll give James Potter a go when you start dating Sirius Black"

After Lily had given them a detailed description of what had happened in the Head Compartment, Brittany's eyes had widened twice her usual size and her expression was one of total disbelief. Eva was shaking her head in a knowing way and smiling her small secretive smile.

"Well, there's a bright side! Potter didn't ask you out when he first saw you in the Heads Compartment. He usually jumps at any chance at catching a date with you" Brittany tried to lighten Lily's mood with a feeble attempt.

"It isn't much of an improvement since I'm sure he was about to when I saw him on the platform. Actually, to think about it in depth, it was as if Potter had turned into somewhat of a different person when I slapped him on the platform and when he had turned up as Head Boy"

"See! I'm sure Potter has matured in the summer, if only by a little. Even you said so, he made the speech in a very-unlike-the-usual-Potter way" Even Brittany struggled to believe the words she had just said

"Brit, he and Black are the same…they're both no good to get messed up in. The only things they're good at are breaking innocent girls' hearts, pulling ridiculous pranks on students, teachers and the whole school!"

"You're right Lils…the day they change for the better is the day that the sun rises from the west. They'll always be the immature brats that we've known for 6 years"

Eva, who'd been watching her friends' small argument, was amused. They'd been like this for the many years she'd known them and that's why she loved them so much. They were actually being quite silly…although Eva had never been that good at Divination; she had a feeling that James, Lily, Sirius and Brittany had something special…an undeniable chemistry that floated between them.

"I hate to say this, really, but you two are so blind!" Eva couldn't count how many times she'd said this, and every time, her two stubborn friends refused to believe any of her advice for them on the guys.

"Honestly Eva…Sirius Black is nothing more than a womanizer! He goes through girls like tissue. It's revolting!"

Eva decided to remain silent and not point out that Brittany wasn't bad herself, changing boyfriends every few weeks. But she had to admit Brit had a point, she would see Black with a new, beaming girl clinging onto his arm as they entered the great hall every few days.

Lily nodded in agreement with Brit "Same goes with Potter…although he's just more arrogant and a bully."

There was a silence as Eva and Brittany tried to work something out to cheer up their glum friend. Lily's mood was as pissed off as ever, and even the air around her seemed to have heated up. Brit found it easier to ignore Black than get worked up over his womanizing ways. She found the old expression 'live and let live' quite fascinating.

Although she'd pointed it out to Lily more than a few times, Brit had to admit it was a little hard to ignore James when he asked her out in an egotistical way every few hours!

"Alright Lils, we know that you're Head Girl and you've got a huge responsibility. Maybe it's time to place your differences aside and give Potter a chance. Just one chance" Eva said nervously and gave a little unconvincing chuckle in the end.

Brittany found no response and nodded her head mutely.

After some consideration, Lily hunched her shoulders in defeat. She thought over Eva's words, and found that they matched James' speech in the Head Compartment. It was their last year and she couldn't afford to waste it over hating James Potter. She had to, however difficult; tolerate him as much as possible.

"You guys are right; it's just so frustrating sometimes! You know how it's like, he thinks he's the top of the world and takes everything for granted. I bet he's only chasing after me because I'm new and fresh to him and I'm the only one who doesn't collapse from shock when he asks me out!"

"Oh…don't be silly Lily! Sure, James might be a little stuck-up---" Eva began, her words clearly halfhearted. Seeing Lily's furious expression, she meekly stopped mid-sentence.

"Alright, so Potter and Black are all idiotic losers…we shouldn't even be wasting our time thinking about them! They're not worth our time and mind" Brit stood up and stamped her foot, concluding their whole little argument.

Eva beamed and even Lily's lips turned into a small smile. The 3 friends spent the rest of the train trip talking excitedly about their summer and playing Exploding Snap. Lily realised how special friendship was and how lucky she was to have best friends who she could share her deepest darkest secrets with and laugh for hours on nothing!

Her mood had greatly increased, and she knew that whatever problems came in her way, her friends would always be there for her. After all, they'd stuck by her for 6 years and they'd certainly experienced a lot.

Lily grinned inwardly as all the fond memories came rolling back into her mind. They'd had their fair share of laughs when Lily had given James his first slap when he had asked her out in third year and commented on her 'fine lookin' ass'.

She remembered Brittany and her constantly teasing Eva as she was asked out by a different guy each day to who she always rejected. Sure, Lily knew Eva was shy, but she and Brit had a few other suspicions to what the true reason was! Eva was not only pretty but was intelligent and had a mind of her own. After a few days of confusion in fourth year, Lily had caught Eva take sneak glances at Remus Lupin and smiling. But when she and Brit had questioned her, she gave an unconvincing "I don't know what you're talking about"

After weeks of coaxing, she finally spilled out her secret: Yes, she Eva Milton was secretly in love with Remus Lupin. Eva had made her friends swear under pain of death to keep this secret. Lily and Brit only teased her when nobody was around, and Eva's shyness made it all the cuter.

Another interesting past the three friends shared involved Brittany and Sirius' past. The once young and innocent Brittany Davies had liked Sirius Black, and when the godly man himself had asked her out, she was surprised she hadn't fainted on the spot.

Luckily, after the few days she'd dated him, she had uncovered how he was pathetic and simply revolting to think he could 'get' any girl in the school. She'd made up her mind and was determined to be the reason of Sirius' downfall. She had dumped him.

It hadn't been a pretty scene either. While Brittany was both scared and pleased at what she had done, Black was literally speechless for what was probably the first time in his life. Brittany had made a dramatic exit by swishing her hair (which had been really long at the time) behind her and flouncing off.

After her unpleasant encounter, she'd changed her personality a little. She became much more outgoing and lively. Although Sirius had ignored her for a couple of days, he had returned to the old joking guy and constantly tried to make up with Brittany.

He would send her love notes, yell out randomly in lessons 'I love you Brit' to the annoyance of their Professors and come up behind Brittany and plant a kiss on her cheek and before she could react, be sprinting down the hallways laughing his head off.

At first, Brittany didn't know how to react to this sudden change in her life…but slowly, with the wisdom of her two friends, she slowly adjusted and became just as social and cunning as the demon, Black himself. They were rivals, and constantly competed at everything whether it be dates, studies or witty comments.

Lily knew that Brittany hadn't gotten over the time when they used to date, but she and Eva couldn't get rid of the gnawing feeling in their stomachs that Brittany was still in love with Sirius, although she made no signs to admit this.

Basically, their lives were pretty much messed up, but nonetheless, filled with excitement and interest. The best friends hugged each other and continued to laugh all the way to Hogwarts as they enjoyed each others company.

Each wondered what activities would occur in their last year in school, but none of them could know the unexpected surprises that lurked in the Hogwarts Castle awaiting them.

Author's Note: Well, there you have it! A second chappie…I tried to explain more about Lily's feelings and her relationship with her closest friends. I hoped you like their personalities

Well, what can I say? Just don't expect any Lily and James romance soon, and as for the other two, I won't spoil anything for you! I hope the story's been interesting so far. Looking forward to reading reviews and any comments!

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