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A/N So here's the long awaited chappie. I know it took a little longer than the others but I didn't really know what to write and didn't have much time to think about it because I was busy. You know shopping for new school stuff (like shoes and cute stationary.) You know I got the cutest Elle Girl pencil case from Woolies! It's metallic pink with a black velvet ribbon on it. Majorly cute! I love it. I'm kinda looking forward to going back to school and seeing my friends. But not really to the lessons and mean teachers. And learning a new language, Spanish! Argh! And I'm hoping the weather gets a little better so I'm not walking home in a rainstorm every night! It's raining right now. That's why I thought I'd get this chapter done. You see I was going to go out and get my supply of Extra chewing gum, but I don't want to go outside because it's raining and I'm comfy and warm in my house with my kitten. So anway, on the with the story! Oh yeah, please review! Thankyou so much to everyone who has given reviews, they mean a lot to me and push me to keep this fic going! Thank you!

I found myself staring at my saviour a lot more in the next few days. I never really realised I was doing it. I was sat with Kiera in the library. We were both working on homework and I was daydreaming. I was staring out of the window at the Marauders laughing and joking outside in the sunshine doing their work.

"You fancy Sirius don't you?" Kiera said. I snapped back into life.

"No!" I protested.

"Yes you do. It's obvious. Oh Malcolm you can tell me. You know I won't tell anyone," Kiera took my hand. God, this girl is going to grow up to be a shrink. I nodded. Mostly because I didn't know what to say. I hope she's not right! The thought of me fancying Sirius was … disturbing. Looking back out at him I wondered how Kiera could ever have thought that. Sirius was now doing a fake kung fu fight with James. I couldn't help rolling my eyes. And I could sense Kiera looking at me smugly. No way! I do not fancy Sirius. I, I hate Sirius. He's so arrogant and, sexist and, um and gorgeous. Whoa! No no no no no no! Not gorgeous. Err he has a … fit arse. I slapped myself on the hand.

"Malcolm, are you alright?" Kiera asked, one eyebrow raised.

"I think the heat's getting to me. I'm going to go outside and get some fresh air," I said. Then I ran out of the library. Damn you thoughts! Damn you!

I went round to the back of the castle. No one really goes there because it's always in the shadows and the wind always goes back there. I leant against the wall, thinking. I had worked hard to make myself a boy. I couldn't throw it away because some stupid girl who fancies me tells me I fancy Sirius. Because I don't. I really don't. Only I wasn't so sure. Uh, yes I am! He did have a pretty good backside though. Yeah, that is true. So what should I do? Pinch it. No not his bum! The situation! Oh right! I dunno. Nothing. Carry on as if nothing has happened. Because it hasn't. Yeah, you're right. Yes. So that's what we'll do. Who's we? Oh god I'm having a conversation in my own mind. I'm going barmy. And it's all Sirius's fault. Stupid git. I sighed and went back to the library. Kiera actually looked worried.

"Don't look worried. I'm fine," I said. I sat down across from her and couldn't help but notice her leg brush against mine. I'm sure that wasn't accidental.

"You just looked really weird that's all," Kiera said.

"Thanks," I said.

"No! I didn't mean you looked… well you know?" Kiera stammered. I grinned at her.

"I'm tired of homework. Why don't we work on your boyfriend list?" I suggested. Kiera grinned at me. But I could tell it wasn't a true grin. She didn't have this sparkle in her eyes.

"So far we have Simon Trell," I said.

"No way! I'm not having troll boy," Kiera said.

"Be nice!" I said. "There's that Tim guy from Ravenclaw. He's in your year."

"He is cute, I'll admit that," Kiera smiled. "Put him on the possibles list."

"Who else?" I wondered.

"What about Sirius Black. I mean, I know you fancy him but I don't think he's…" Kiera trailed off. There was a silence. Well this is awkward. I swear I'll never call anyone gay as an insult again. It is hard being gay!

"No, I don't mind. And I don't fancy him," I said.

"I think you do!" Kiera sang. No I don't you stupid cow!

"Seriously I don't," I said.

"Of course you do," Kiera grinned.

"Look, this has been nice but I have to go," I said.

"It's not because of me is it?" Kiera suddenly looked worried. Why do you care what a guy thinks? Live for yourself stupid girl? Don't let guys walk all over you!

"No I have to go anyway. I have to go do some guy stuff, you know," I said.

"Yeah," Kiera smiled. Good 'cause I sure as hell don't. "Forgive me if I'm being insensitive but d'you think you could sort something for me and Sirius. I'm free for the next Hogsmeade weekend. That's in a couple of weeks." I gathered my books.

"Yeah sure," I said. Then I left for the second time.

Over the next few days, for some unknown reason, I couldn't approach Sirius. Kiera kept on reminding me about asking him out for her.

"If you're so bothered you ask him!" I snapped. Kiera looked hurt. "Sorry, I'm a bit grouchy. It's the time of the−" I faltered. I was about to say it was the time of the month. Which wouldn't be lying.

"The time of the what?" Kiera asked.

"The time of the uh star of Taurus, that means I get a bit crabby for about a week or so," I said.

"Star signs?" Kiera said. I nodded earnestly. She laughed. "Look there's Sirius. Go ask him!" I sighed and got up from my comfortable seat in the Common room. It was in the perfect position too. The perfect distance from the fire. Close enough to keep me nicely warmed but not so close that I got too hot. I was sad to leave it but if asking Sirius out for Kiera would get her off my back so be it. As soon as I got up a first year scooted into my seat and lounged comfortably.

"Oi! Sirius!" I called. I ran up to him as he started climbing the boys' dorm stairs. He had a giggling brunette on his arm.

"Mate, I'm a little busy," Sirius grinned, waggling his eyebrows. Stupid git! Why is that girl letting herself be treated that way?

"Well this will only take a minute," I said. I shooed the brunette away. She sighed and ran a hand silkily across Sirius's chest before stepping a few paces away.

"What?" Sirius asked. "You're messing up my shag."

"Oh well, I'll just have to tell Kiera you said no then," I said.

"What?" Sirius jumped.

"Kiera wants to go with you on the next Hogsmeade trip but since your shag is waiting…" I trailed off.

"No, I will go with her. Tell her yes," Sirius grinned.

"Well you'd better not sleep with that girl then. Might make Kiera change her mind," I said.

"Yeah, sure," Sirius grinned. I'd never seen Sirius so happy about going out with a girl. Usually he'd look bored with the talk and walking round Hogsmeade. That's because he's only after one thing. I hope Kiera knows what she's getting herself into. He unceremoniously dumped the brunette and she ran up to her sixth year dorm room crying her eyes out. Sirius didn't seem to care that he'd crushed her like a bug underfoot. See brain! I don't fancy him! I'd rather snog Peter Pettigrew than go out with him. No wait, on second thoughts I'd rather face Sirius than let any part of my body come into contact with that little rat. I felt a prickling sensation on my neck. I turned to see Peter staring at me evilly. God he is so creepy. I smiled and waved. I'm such a bitch! He glared in return. Remus was next to him and he grinned at me. I sat down again. Not in a comfy armchair unfortunately but in one of the upholstered chairs nearer the back. It was drawn up against a table. Only then did I realise Lily was sat on the table too.

"Hi," I said. Lily looked up from her textbook.

"Oh, hi," she said in a flat voice. It seemed like ages since I'd even seen Lily, let alone talked to her. And I didn't even tell her I was going to become Malcolm. Then at least I wouldn't have to pretend with her. So don't pretend with her.

"Lily," I said. I had to treat carefully.

"What? I'm trying to do my homework," Lily snapped.

"I'm Monique," I whispered.

"What?" Lily hissed.

"I'm Monique," I whispered once more.