9.02, Kitchens, Evening

I have discovered two new truths! 1) The apples are so much fresher when you get them directly from the kitchens rather than the Great Hall and 2) I need to become a secret agent. I have really got this incognito thing down! I've managed to avoid the Gang all afternoon and evening, and, when I heard them coming up to the dorm earlier I stealthily rolled underneath my bed. I waited until everyone left for dinner before taking the super long route to the Kitchens.

9.05

Alright, maybe I lied. It wasn't really the super long route. I kind of got lost for about two hours... But aside from my directional issues, which could easily be remedied I'm sure, I would make a wonderful spy.

9.17

Where do you suppose I should head to now? I was thinking I'd wait for everyone to be all snuggled up in bed and completely dead to the world before I made the trek back to the tower. I suppose I could try to see how lost I can manage to get for the next three hours...

9.23, Hiding behind Armour

So, I'm hiding because I heard Jamesie-poo's voice. And it's getting louder... And louder... And

9.25

I've been found! Woe is me. And here I was thinking that I had the talents of being incognito. But, alas. It's not the case.

9.30, Sitting on stairs leading to Astronomy Tower

James decided to let me free. I claimed he was oppressing me and stripping me of my natural rights by revealing my whereabouts to others. And I also threatened to castrate him, thus leaving him unable to reproduce and saving the world of Potter Spawn.

10.51, Still Wandering Around

I'm quite bored. I should've thought to bring my clip-cloppers. That would have at least provided me with entertainment and also aided in disturbing the peace, which is something I always aim to do during times like these.

10.53

Although, I've never really been stuck in this situation before...

11.00, Room of Requirements

I could just sleep in here for the night... After I sort out my feelings. I've resolved to speak to McGonagall about this, and I can't exactly go to her with my thoughts all a jumbled mess or I'll end up sounding like a barmy cow!

11.02

Right, well... Erm...

11.03

That was a right good snog I had with Remus! Honestly. Far better than the Train Incident. Quite a bit more romantic, too. Seeing as it was the Hogsmeade Valentine trip and all, even though we weren't really together per se.

11.04

Oh, what am I to do?!

11.05

Certainly both are desirable. It is difficult to ignore that fact. I mean, it's Sirius and Remus. How can I possibly be expected to choose!?

11.06

I do believe that Karma has it in for me. All these years I get nothing and then, BAM!! I have two blokes after me. Although it's quite hellish.

11.08

I must ponder...

11.09

Pros and cons!

11.10

The Pros of Sirius

- Obviously, he is one fine hunk of man/boy/thing

- Pretty talented in the snogging department

- He has a wicked sense of humour

- Enjoys pranking unsuspecting firsties, Slytherins, and Snape-adoodle

- He's cool

- Quidditch player!

- Definitely "sticks it to the man" in an amazing fashion

- Has the capacity to be suave

The Cons of Sirius

- We weren't really friends up until this year

- Sometimes pulls pranks on me

- Has control of the bludgers during Quidditch practice, and somehow they always come veering towards me

- Can be an utter prick

- Has a fan club

- Doesn't seem to care much about school, yet still manages to get better marks than me

11.17

Well, I'd say there are some pretty lovely Pros to Mr. Black... The first one being my favourite...

11.18

The Pros of Remus

- He is very sweet

- Cares about schoolwork, and manages to get marks similar to mine (thus, I don't feel so stupid)

- Willing to go on "silly little adventures" with me

- Doesn't pull pranks on me

- Also talented in the snogging department, however you would not know this simply by looking at him

- He is quite rather on the cute side...

- He has pretty eyes

- Knows a lot of useless trivia which he randomly spurts

- Known him for a long time, and thus he knows me better than I do sometimes

The Cons of Remus

- Sometimes he cares a little too much about schoolwork

- Doesn't play or appreciate the joys of Quidditch!

- My mom has had her heart set on me marrying him (she'll be planning our wedding if we become an item)

- He's a werewolf

11.23

I feel absolutely awful about the last con! It's not his fault, but it certainly does pose a problem, you know...

11.25

Le sigh. I think I shall sleep now. Maybe I'll think of more to add in the morning.

17th of February, 6.13, Great Hall, Breakfast

So, I figured that I'd try out my stealth skills again and I high-tailed it to the Hall for breakfast. It's actually quite peaceful right now. There are a few people up, mostly firsties and second years who are looking forward to playing in the fresh snow that fell during the night. Me, I could care less about the snow. I have more important things on my mind, such as who I'm going to choose!

6.15

And, I'm supposed to have done some research on different animagus forms before my lesson at three o'clock... Oh, joy!

7.53, Library, Under the Table in the Back

So, I'm only hiding because I brought food into the library with me, and I'm not really supposed to do that. Last time I brought food in here, Pince screeched at me. Like an owl. It was quite frightening and I do believe it scarred me for life. However, I must put the past behind me and move on.

7.56

Merlin, I'm still starving! Hush up, sodding stomach! I can't return to the Great Hall yet!

7.57

I'll just make a quick detour to the Kitchens once I'm done here.

7.59

So, this animagus form stuff... It's, erm, really fascinating... And, um...

8.00

It's not really doing it for me, I must say. I do wonder what animal I'll turn in to, though. McGonagall says I'll probably be able to fully morph by the end of April, which is apparently really impressive for "someone so young."

8.01

That was at my last lesson, where Dear Ol' Dumbles was there observing. He kept calling me a "whippersnapper."

8.02

... What does that even mean?!

8.03

Hm... McGonagall's a cat. A tabby or something. She's more knowledgeable about kitty-cat lingo than I am, so I don't really know what that means. If you ask me, she turns into a cat. And that's the end of the story. Period. Et cetera.

8.04

You know, a camel would be fun. Or an alpaca. Albeit, both are a little impractical... But who cares about practicality anyway!? Ahahaha, certainly not me!

8.05

I think I'd prefer a fox, though. I fancy myself to be quite clever, as foxes supposedly are... Not that I would know... I've never had the privilege of encountering a fox because my barmy dog, Hercules, feels the need to chase away every creature on the planet from our property. He's a wanker, I'll have you know. He's a wanker dog.

8.07

Actually, an arctic fox would be lovely. I swear to Merlin, they are the cutest little white puffs on the planet. And they're foxes and also relative to wolves. But I'm not sure why that matters. That's just what this bloody book is telling me.

2.52, En Route to McGonagall's

So, I've got it all planned out regarding my problem with Remus and Sirius. And, I checked out the book I was looking through this morning to show her my "research" on animagus forms. Honestly, my research is mostly random pages I picked out and, hopefully, there isn't anything weird on those few pages I selected.

2.58

Wish me luck, journal!

4.32, Leaving McGonagall's, En Route to Gryffindor Common Room

Merlin bless the old hag of a Transfigurations professor! I think I may have actually learned something from that woman, even if it has absolutely nothing to do with becoming an animagus or other Transfiguration such. She has given me the most superb advise, and I am very happy that, with some help, I've managed to figure out my little bloke issue. I must alert the Gang of all that has transpired- I've kind of been avoiding them all day.

4.45, Girls Dormitory, Secret Gang Meeting

Alright, so, as you know I have been avoiding you!

That we most certainly noticed. Where were you?

What happened?

Why'd you leave Sirius? You don't walk away from him on a date! I would know! You barmy minx.

Anne, don't call me a minx. It sounds oddly... Sexual. And to answer Lily's question, I was testing my stealth abilities and such. And I will be answering Bridget's question here very shortly.

I didn't mean it in a sexual way...

Or did you??

Lizzie, just tell us what happened before this gets entirely too inappropriate!

Alright, alright! I thought that it was just starting to get interesting, though. However, we'll sort the issue of Anne's sexual preferences out later. Anywugglies, the only reason I left Sirius yesterday was because he so wisely gave his approval of Remus and I having a "private chat." So, Remus takes me to this remote clearing...

Oooh, private chat! About what?

I was getting there, Bridget. Let me finish, woman! Right, well, so we had a decent row about the Train Incident and my "being all over" Sirius of late, and then we somehow ended up snogging the daylights out of each other. And it was amazing!

Is that the whole point to your story?

No, far from it! So, I ran off after that because I was very confused about who I maybe had feelings for. Because I thought I was on date thingy with Sirius and then there I was snogging Remus who I'd been avoiding for obvious and justifiable reasons. I resolved to avoid everyone and ended up wandering around and staying in the Room of Requirement for the night.

But you're not wearing what you wore yesterday... And I know you didn't change before our meeting began.

Well, no, I changed when everyone was at breakfast and then went to the library for, erm, stuff. Anyway, last night, I made a list of pros and cons regarding both of them, you know, to sort out my thoughts.

Yes, and?

Then I talked to McGonagall about it before my lessons began today and she helped me to come to a conclusion.

Why didn't you come to us?

Yeah! We're your "gang," remember?!

I'm sure she has a good reason...

Well, no offense, but Minnie's a little more level-headed than the three of you. And she had no real opinion on the matter since she's a professor and all, whereas the three of you are all torn between whether I should be with Remus or Sirius and each one of you happens to have your own opinion on the matter.

Well, I can't argue with you on that logic. I'm impressed you managed to figure that out on your own...

I agree with Lily!

I third Lily's statement!

... That kind of hurts, Lils! You have so little faith in your dear, dear friend. Anywubblies...

Who'd you decide on?

What do you mean?

Who are you going with after your little deliberation with McGonagall?

Oh, yes, you must tell us, Ickle Little Lizzie-kins!

Merlin, don't call me that! You remind me of Petunia when you do.

That was unnecessary!

As was your name calling, you twat!

Tell us!!

5.01

They're all screaming at me! But I can't tell if the screams are of joy or something else...

5.02

Oh, what am I to do with the barmy lot of mates I have?

5.04

This is actually quite frightening, I think I might go and, erm, fix Moaning Myrtle's toilet or something...

5.05

Oh yes, I'm definitely leav

She chose Lupin! I am so madly brilliant! I knew she would! Anne, you owe me 5 galleons!

Soooo proud of you, Lizzie Dearest! I will dedicate the next three weeks of my life to making sure you and Remus are together forever!

I can't believe you didn't pick Sirius! Although, I do congratulate you on your decision. Remus is an amazing bloke! And I'll give you your money later, Lils.

5.07

Looks as though the cat's out of the bag...

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I'm so sorry that it's been such a long time since the last update! However, the sudden spurt in reviews has prompted me to get rolling on the rest of the story. It'll only be a few chapters more, as I planned when I began writing this fanfiction. Luckily this will coincide quite nicely with my leaving for the summer. I'm thinking if I should make a series, different time periods, different main characters and different love interests in the Harry Potter universe. Please, if you have any thoughts on this or ideas, be sure to write it in your review! Speaking of reviews, I would like to thank all those who've stuck with me up to this point and also welcome any new readers of Lizzie's crazy life. As always, I ask that you please, please, pretty darn please REVIEW!! And, also as per usual, the Harry Potter Universe belongs to J.K. Rowlings, characters and other things you do not recognize belong to me. Cheers and love, always.