"Oi! Prongs!" Sure enough, Sirius, Remus and Peter have appeared out of nowhere to flank James.
"Pads, good friend. We were just talking about you!" Lily huffs.
"We were not, Potter. And what in Merlin's name is with the stupid nicknames you have for each other?" There is genuine curiosity in Lily's voice, even though the question was posed harshly.
James immediately looks torn. He can't betray his best friends. He can't lie to his one true love. Before he has to decide, however, Sirius answers for him.
"I guess you'll never know will you, Evans?" Lily folds her arms.