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Chapter 3:

A little while later…

'Hello dearest son;

I just wanted to let you know that your father and I won't be at the house for the next three weeks. He finally found himself a bit of time off work and he decided we should be going somewhere special for our 25th anniversary'

He could easily picture his mother smiling brightly and eyes glittering with happiness. He smiled at the thought. His mother was such a sweet person.

'I can't begin to tell you how happy I am! Anyhow, I really need to thank you James, for that lovely present! Your father and I are very touched by your thoughtfulness. It is beautiful and I couldn't have asked for anything better! I cannot wait until I see you again my boy.'

James sighed contently as he re-read the part about his gift. His parents loved it, that's all that mattered. He had spent a whole month, working on it in conspiracy with the house elves of his home to create a photo album about the relationship of his parents, starting from the very beginning. Twenty five years sure held a lot of pictures and memories!

'So I will see you on the 20th of December, when we return from our trip! Don't forget to send our love to Sirius and the boys! Have a happy end of term James.

All our love;

Mom and Dad

PS: I miss you!'

James laid back down on his four poster bed, clutching the letter to his chest. He missed his parents too… Giving a slight snort, he thought of what people would think if they found out about his attachment to his parents. Yep, he could just now feel those emotions again... The home sickness was for real kicking in. He closed his eyes, remembering blissful moments with his parents.

'So, Remus! What are you doing for Christmas break?' Lily said after they busted another couple in a closet.

'Going home, miss the folks you know… How about you?' he said, giving a lopsided smile.

'Same as you, going home… Hate to go back to my sister though.' She said rolling her eyes at the thought. Remus nodded, aware of the feud between the two sisters.

'I'm also bound to be at James' a lot… We always get together during break; it's sort of like a tradition' he added as an after thought, seemingly caught up in happy memories.

'Yeah, the girls and I do the same' She said, smiling. They had finished the fifth floor and were headed to the sixth. 'Hey, hold that thought, go check that classroom and I'll do the two closets.' She said pointing. He nodded and walked to the classroom. She turned around and opened the first closet, nothing there, and walked to the second, nothing there either. She heard loud shuffling coming from the room Remus was checking so quickly turned around. She saw Remus' frozen stare towards inside of the classroom, he had just caught a couple, it was obvious.

'Rem, what are you waiting for! Detention?? Points!!' Lily said, walking towards the commotion. Remus just looked at her, this really weird expression on his face. He was content with just one 'Er…' as he stepped away from the door.

She walked in the class, wondering what the hell was going on, and saw something she would never forget. Alex and Julian were getting dressed in a hurry.

'Alex!!!!' she said in a shrill voice. 'WHAT THE….' But she stopped 'I… Er.. Remus, lets go' She said, grabbing Remus by the arm and rushed away. They both stopped when they reached the sixth floor. They stood silently, staring blankly in front of them. It took them a few moments to register what had happened. They slowly turned to look at each other and burst out laughing. 'Of all the people!!' she gasped out.

'I never thought I'd see such a sight in my LIFE!' Remus added, barely breathing, the traumatism he had lived apparently passed.

'Ohhh but we shouldn't laugh' Lily said, half heartedly. 'I should go back to the common room soon, to give him my congratulations' she said. There was a moment of silence before Remus snorted and started laughing again, bringing Lily into another fit of giggles.

Élizabeth was sitting on a couch in front of the fire, in the Gryffindor common room. She was going over the essay she had just finished, trying to see how she could make it better.

'…a circular motion with the wand, to ensue the fulfillment of said spell' she murmured to herself 'To then fulfill the spell with a circular flick of the wand… No, that's not good, erh…' she started scribbling on her parchment. She was so concentrated in her writing that she didn't notice a shadow creeping behind her. 'Aha! To then accomplish the spell by flicking the wand in circular motions, keeping a steady arm and a concentrated mind…. PERFECT!' she whispered, scribbling again.

The shadow rose quietly behind her and pounced on her. She shrieked like there was no tomorrow, throwing herself forward and banging her knees on the table she was writing on. Panicked, she quickly spun around, wand at hand, only to come face to face with a sniggering Sirius.

'PUTAIN DE MERDE! WHAT THE FUCK WAS THAT FOR?' she screeched as she realised it was nothing serious and it was just that idiot that happened to be Gryffindor like her. (A/N: the beginning is just some swearing in French)

'Aww Betty, it was only a joke! Laugh a little' Sirius said pausing a little, seeing her cringe at the nickname 'You should have seen your face!!! Priceless!!' he said, laughing some more.

'What's priceless is going to be my fist crushed against your nose!!!' She said her voice higher then usual.

'Oh, now that's harsh, don't you find??' Sirius said, going around the couch to face her. She could clearly see in his eyes, something that wasn't there usually… She just couldn't put her hand on what. Suddenly, the portrait door opened and in came Alex, face flushed.

'Alex! I was looking for you!' said Élizabeth, thanking god for the save. 'It's past curfew!! What were you doing out of the tower??' She said getting closer to him. She then noticed the little fear in his eyes and raised an eyebrow.

'Tell you in my room' he said quickly, grabbing her arm and yanking her up the stairs, barely able to summon her things before being pulled away. Sirius sighed and looked behind him towards Peter who was doing his own homework. Smirking, he called from where he was '5 galleons on me winning you!'.

Peter raised his head and huffed, 'You're ON!'. Smiling, he set up his set of chess, and Sirius sat in front down in front of him ready to battle it out.

They ran up the stairs and got to the seventh year dormitory, panting. Barging in, they noticed James asleep with a piece of parchment clutched on his chest. Running to his bed, he beckoned her silently over on his bed. She quickly sat down in front of him, as he was pulling his curtains shut. He cast a silencing spell before speaking.

'I did something tonight' he said, looking down at his hands. Élizabeth tilted her head, growing curious. She knew he wasn't like Lily who would need a bit of forcing before talking about something. Alex was different, always direct, brief and straight to the point. What she needed to do was let him speak it out.

'You know how I told you I kind of had the eye on Julian?' he said, sounding very serious 'Well, turns out he did too' he shyly brought his eyes to Élizabeth's and she gasped, smiling widely.

'Oh my gosh Alex!!!! I'm so happy for you!!' she said, as she threw herself at him, hugging him tightly.

'But wait, I'm not done' he said, now letting go of her hold and looking down again. There was a long moment of silence, which Élizabeth used to place her hand on his arm urging him on.

'We spent the whole time from since after diner and now together… We were walking around the school, talking and stuff… That's when he told me you know?? I couldn't have been happier' he said, eyes shining 'I obviously told him I felt the same'. Élizabeth was grinning ear to ear, pleased with what she was hearing.

'Then like, we found our way into a classroom… And well, things lead to another…' he said, blushing deeply. Élizabeth squealed as she heard the news.

'Oh god Alex!!!' she laughed, when she composed herself, she asked mischievously 'Was he any good?' They both giggled when Alex nodded.

'Anyways, and then' but was cut off by Élizabeth.

'THERE'S MORE??' she said, disbelievingly. She then giggled as she bounced a little, seeing him nod.

'Yeah… And then boom, the door opens… Busted by none other then Remus Lupin' he sighed and looked at the curtain. It took a few seconds before Élizabeth burst out laughing, she was almost in tears.

'And then Lily comes in, Oh Iza!! You should have seen her face!' He said, smiling a little, as Élizabeth laughed even harder. 'I was hoping that no one would find out…' he added quietly.

'Ohh Alex, how can you be doubtful!!! That's what you wanted!' she said calming down a little 'I'm extremely happy for you!' she said hugging him again.

Remus and Lily were walking back to the common room, holding a light conversation. Suddenly, Lily grabbed Remus' arm and stopped him. He turned to her, raising an eyebrow.

'You okay?' he said curiously.

'Yeah' she paused to take a deep breath before adding 'I just wanted to ask you not to mention what we saw to anyone…' She gave Remus a very serious look. He raised an eyebrow, and gave her a very confused look.

'I don't understand… What do you mean what we saw? That Ravenclaw couple?' he said, giving her a big smile. Lily smiled back, nodding.

How could a sweet guy like Remus get along so well with the stupidest boys in the school. She just didn't understand…

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