As Lily bustled to get ready on her first day of classes, she realized that she hadn't opened James's present. As she rummaged in her trunk to find the box, she didn't notice Alice standing behind her. Alice had been her friend since their first day at Hogwarts, but Lily still hadn't told her about her actual feelings for James.

Alice watched Lily curiously, trying to figure out why Lily was digging through her trunk, even though she was dressed and presentable for the day. But Alice soon realized what was happening when Lily pulled out a small box from her coat pocket.

Lily held her breath as she started opening the small box. She pulled out another box, which she was sure was a jewelry box. But she never expected diamonds! A beautiful heart-shaped necklace laid in the velvet box, glistening in the sunlight. A set of matching diamond earrings were beside it. Lily could hardly contain her excitement! James had never given her something so beautiful and tasteful. This was her chance! She would wear the necklace, and show James that she loved it and accepted it. He would automatically think that she wanted him too! She had it all figured out…

*****

"Prongs… You'd better take a look at what's coming down the stairs… Bloody hell!"

James slowly turned his head to face the stairs that opened up to the Great Hall. He had never expected what he saw. Lily looked gorgeous. The jeans she wore fit her perfectly, and her top was stunning. It was a bright green; accenting her eyes and making them shine. But what caught James's attention was the piece of jewelry around her neck. She had worn the necklace! James stared as she took her place next to Molly at the Gryffindor table. Her gleaming teeth flashed as she smiled at him. She had smiled at him!

*****

Lily waltzed to the Gryffindor table and sat next to Molly, who was sitting straight across from Sirius. Lily sat down and flashed a smile at the boy sitting across from her. James seemed amazed at Lily's sudden show of kindness toward him. Lily smiled inwardly. Her plan was working perfectly, and she could tell by the look on James's face. There was nothing that could mess this up.

*****

James had no idea what was going on. All of the sudden, Lily had shown attraction toward him, and he was ecstatic! He had to make a move soon, before she changed her mind.

"Hey Lils. There's a Hogsmeade trip coming up next week. First one of the year. Do you think you might be able to meet me in the common room, and we could walk there together?" James held his breath as he watched Lily contemplate his proposal.

He could hardly believe her response.

*****

Lily could hardly suppress her smile as she pretended to debate on how she would answer James. She knew what she wanted to say, there was no doubt in that, but she liked to watch James worry over another denial. She decided that now was the time to act. She wanted James so badly…

"Sure," Lily could hardly believe the words had come out of her mouth. Apparently, neither could James.

James looked dumbfounded. "You… I mean… You said… Yes?"

Lily smiled at him affectionately. "You heard right. I agreed to go out on a date with you."

"Well! I'll, I'll see you there then!" James stood up from the table. "Oh wow…" he murmured to himself.

Each group of friends looked at Lily with shock splattered all over their faces. All except for Alice. She gave Lily a knowing smile. Lily had the feeling that her secret had not been keep to herself completely…

*****

The next week passed with blissful happiness, and the new couple was hardly seen apart. But one question was heard all throughout Hogwarts.

"Would it last?"