AN: I'm not entirely happy with the story, I might go back and rewrite some things, change some things, but let me know what you think so far. Thanks!

Disclaimer- I do NOT own Harry Potter!!

Chapter 7

: James:

James was racing down the stone steps in front of the church, Sirius, Remus, and Natalie were close behind him. He stopped at the bottom only to wait for them to catch up.

"Where is she going?" he demanded.

"She's going to Brinkman's airport, her flight leaves in less than forty-five minutes!" Natalie was ready to give him any information she had. James broke off into another run, he ran out into the street and got a cab, the other three were on his heels. They all piled into the car, " Brinkman's airport!" James yelled. The cab driver knew from James's tone that they were in a hurry. He gassed the car and they were off. When the airport was in view, James didn't wait for the car to stop, he jumped out and ran into the airport. Natalie threw money at the driver and took off after Sirius and Remus who were running after James. James paused for a second, only to get her gate number, then he was off. Sirius was right behind him, but Remus stayed behind to double check the gate number before running to catch up, Natalie close behind him. James ran as if his life depended on it, which it did. The faces of the people around him blended together in a blur. When he reached the gate the door was closed. No! "No! No, no. No!" James yelled. He turned to the window and saw her plane taking off. Then in and instant it was gone. James hit the wall in frustration. This can't be happening! Just then the other three came to a screeching halt behind him.

"Oh no!" Natalie sighed in frustration.

Sirius rubbed his hand over his face, "I'm sorry mate." He was out of breath.

"James." Remus had his hands on his knees trying to catch his breath.

James had taken off again, this time no one followed.

: Lily:

The rain beat hard against the windows of her new apartment. It was very strange to be in a new country with a new job and a new apartment. Lily was still unpacking; she had just got out of the shower and had put on pajama pants with a matching tank top. She went to the kitchen and made herself some cereal. She sat on the couch, her knees close to her chest, while she ate her food. Lighting flashed and thunder rolled, causing her to jump and almost spill her food. She looked around the room, it was dark, the power had been knocked out. She had candles placed around the room. Half the room was still in boxes and the other half was full of piles of books, photographs of family, and little knickknacks. There was a sudden knock at the door. She put her bowl down on the coffee table and stood up. She figured it was the attendant downstairs checking up on her. She opened the door and gasped at what she saw.

James stood dripping wet, with both hands on either side of the doorframe. He had his head down and was leaning forward.

"James?!"

He picked his head up and smiled, "I love you Lily. I always have, and I always will." He was out of breath. He didn't wait for her to respond, he walked right up to her and kissed her passionately. He wrapped his arms around her and held her tight. When Lily got over the shock of James kissing her, she kissed back. James picked Lily up and pressed her against the wall. Lily's hands wound themselves in his hair; her legs were locked around his waist. They broke the kiss to breath but their faces stayed close. Lily looked into his eyes, " I can't seem to get enough of you. I want you to know that I love you, with every breath in my body, I love you."

James carried her over to the door and kicked it shut, then he carried her to her room. He put her down and ran his hands through her hair. Lily placed her hand on his cheek, her thumb lightly caressed it. He placed his hand on top of hers, then gently he slide her hand to his mouth and kissed every finger. She claimed his mouth with hers and James ran his hands up and down her sides. James moved down to her neck, and Lily slipped her hands under his shirt. James stopped and let Lily tug off his shirt, throwing it on the floor. James held the end of Lily's top and carefully lifted it off of her. His hands roamed her body and the muscles in the pit of Lily's stomach began to tighten. She was suddenly over come by a longing and a desire she hadn't known before. Lily reached for his pants, but hesitated. James's forehead touched hers, "We don't have to do this."

"I'm sorry," She breathed as her hands wound their way around him, " It's just, I wasn't planning on doing this until marriage."

James's hands rubbed her back, "It's ok." He kissed the top of her head and held her a little longer.

Lily tilted her head up and stood on her tiptoes before pressing her lips to his. James shivered, and Lily pulled away, "hold on." She crossed the room and picked up her wand, she pointed it to James and did a drying spell. She put her wand back down and went back over to him, on the way she picked her top back up and put it back on. She then closed the distance between them. One of James's hands rested on the lower half of her back, the other stroked her hair. "That's better." They stayed like that for an immeasurable amount of time. Lily yawned and James's voice broke the silence, " You tired?"

Lily shook her head; she didn't want to fall asleep, she didn't want to miss anything. James saw through her pretenses and picked her up and put her into her bed.

"Don't go." He could hear how tired she was in her voice. He lifted the covers on the other side of her and crawled in. Lily scooted over, "Spoon me."

James chuckled quietly and wrapped his arm around her, bringing her closer to him. Lily fell asleep instantly. James on the other hand stayed awake watching her. He looked at her face, which was highlighted by the moonlight. There was no doubt in his mind that he had made the right decision. With that thought, he closed his eyes and fell asleep.

The sunlight cracked through the curtains waking James. He reluctantly opened his eyes, the clock on the nightstand said it was 11:10. James groaned, he was always one to sleep in. He rolled over and found that he was alone. There was a note in the spot where she had been.

Dear James,

I'm sorry to not be there when you wake, but I start my job today. Make yourself at home, if you need anything the boxes are labeled. I'll be home soon.

Love you, Lily

James smiled; he couldn't hide the thrill that shot through him at the word love.

He closed his eyes and rolled on his stomach. He could still smell her shampoo on the pillow. He tried, but couldn't get back to sleep. He sat up and rubbed the sleep from his eyes. He got out of bed, found his shirt and put it back on. He then made his way into the kitchen. While he was making his breakfast he remembered that since he left in such a rush, he didn't bring anything with him. On his way back into the living room he stubbed his toe on a box and almost fell. He looked at it and it was labeled School. He didn't think Lily would mind so he opened the box. He was fascinated at all the pictures she had of them. He spent the rest of the day looking at pictures, letters and little things he had given her over the years.

Lily came home and found him looking at the box; a surge of panic ran through her, she'd kept that box private for five years and now someone was looking through it. Not just anyone, but James. Lily's feeling of panic left her immediately when she saw James look up at her and smile a crooked smile. He stood up and she quickly came over to him and hugged him. He held her head in his hands before leaning down and kissing her.

"How was your day?" she asked when James had given her, her lips back.

"Terrible."

"Why?" she questioned.

"Because I haven't seen you at all today." He answered, tucking a strand of her hair behind her ear.

She smiled, "I know what you mean." She leaned up and kissed him.

"There is something we need to discuss though." He said.

"What?"

"I have absolutely nothing with me." He flashed a smile that made her slightly weak at her knees.

"What are you going to do?" Lily didn't want him to leave; everything was just now coming together.

"I'm going to have to go back soon, I can't take off too many days from work."

"What are you saying? Are you going to move here or…?"

"Lily, come home. Live with me." James pleaded.

"Leave? I just got here! You want me to just pack everything up and come home? Just like that?" Lily couldn't keep up with his spontaneity.

"Please."

Lily hated when he did this, how could she say no to him? "I can't believe I'm doing this.." Lily groaned. James smile touched his ears; he grabbed her and spun her around. She laughed and held on tight. He put her back down but didn't let go, " I love you."

Her heart skipped a beat, " I love you too."