Why me! Chapter 17, a harry potter fanfic

Why? Oh why did this have to happen to ME? –part 17

Okay before all of you kill me I would just like to say that in my defense I uh…

(Runs to the nearest airport. "Hi, could I get the first plane ticket you have to Pluto. It's important."

Flight attendant - "Sorry, Miss but that flight doesn't exist."

Me: "Please check again my life is at stake here."

FA - "Um, miss."

Me: "Did you find it?"

FA: "I think that huge mob is here looking for you."

Me: "Crap,…I mean hi so back to the story :) " )

So um enjoy (please don't kill me)

"Have you ever had to fake a smile to hide what you felt? Did you feel like breaking down when you saw him with someone else? Do you hope and wish that one day he will turn around and notice you? If you have then you have felt it too. They call it one-sided love. I call it my first and only love."

Normal POV

Everyone had arrived at the cabin. The first to arrive had been the Marauders, followed by Tonks and her best friend. It was until the end of the second day that everyone had shown up. They had all agreed on making a small fire in order to make smores.

"Everyone I have a great idea of what we can do to make Christmas more interesting?" – Sirius

"Oh and what's your bright idea?" – James

"Let's do a gift exchange." – Sirius

"You can't be serious?" – Lily

"Oh, but I am. Blame my parents they were the ones who named me." - Sirius

"You know that the festival is in two days right? I mean, how do you expect us to find a present at such short notice." – Lily

"That's what makes everything so much more interesting not to mention we can't use wands?" – Sirius.

"I'm in!" – Emily

"Sounds like fun why not." – Tonks

"I'm in I got nothing else." – James

"I'm in." – Peter

"Count me in." – Ana (Tonks's best friend)

"I don't see why not." – Remus

"So it's settled then." - Sirius

"Are you all seriously going to go through with this?"- Lily

"What? Scared Evans?" – James

"*scoffs* As if I was only-." – Lily

"Or is it that you can't handle the pressure?" - James

"You're on Potter. I can handle anything." - Lily

In the end everyone put their name into a hat and everyone got someone.

Lily got Sirius

James got Lily

Sirius got Emily

Tonks got Remus

Remus got Peter

Emily got James

Peter got Ana

Ana got Tonks

Ana's POV

I felt a bit weird meeting all these new people for the first time. It was weird because even though, I had never met them, I felt like I had known them all my life. I think it had a lot to do with what Tonks has been telling me.

I still remember how Tonks and I met on our first year at our all girls boarding school. It's strange how I know so much about them yet I know nothing. All of them are so unpredictable. The way she talked about the Marauders I assumed they were just a bunch of boys who liked to play pranks.

I have always hated the type who spent more time joking around than taking their studies seriously. Don't get me wrong I'm not those kinds of girls that only care about getting good grades. Personally I think grades are a bunch of bullocks. To judge how smart someone is through grades is ridiculous. I just can't stand the ones that can't even act mature to save their lives.

I shouldn't judge though I don't even know them that well. Still…I just can't help get irritated by them. I mean take the one with glasses. Oh, what was his name? Oh, that's right I think his name is…Jason, no that's not right. Um…It's James! That's it. Him, he is probably not as bad but still he could try being a little less arrogant. Not to mention the guy named Peter he's just a creep.

Out of all of them there is just one that I still can't get, Remus. Tonks's love interest, whenever she talked about him I just assumed she was exaggerating. I mean isn't that what most girls do when they talk about the guy they like. Saying how wonderful he is, yada, yada, while the listener is trying really hard not to gag. Only to find out he's really not that great and ugly. Then when you do meet him your friend asks, "Isn't he great!" While your mind is screaming, "Is she blind" and the words HELL NO ring in your head, but because she is your friend you respond with a quiet, "Yeah."

To be honest that's what I expected to happen when I was introduced to him.

We had just arrived at a small Inn located in the village. Since the Potters had protective charms placed we weren't allowed to get through by floo powder. According to Tonks we had to wait for them to arrive with transportation. We had accidentally arrived ahead of schedule. At the moment we had to just wait it out until they arrived. While she continued to chat with the lady at the desk I decided to wander around the town. Besides we had to wait for an hour anyways, so I figured why not.

My eyes looked around. I could see all kinds of shops. Full of all kinds of stuff but there was one store that caught my eye right away. It was Flourish n' Blots Book store. If there is one thing I can't resist it would be a book.

I have always loved books. Books have and will always be my safe haven. Haven't you had one of those days that you wish you were somewhere else instead? I know, I have well to me books make it better. They let my mind forget all my troubles even if it's only for a moment.

The moment I stepped into the book store I couldn't help but smile. I didn't waste any time in going towards the back. It's something that I used to do as a kid. You know you explore every inch of the library at random until you find that one book that catches your eye. My favorite place for finding books has always been the back. I don't know it just makes finding that book that much more interesting. Finding that one book no one notices. A book someone hasn't read for years, you find it and it leaves you speechless.

I was skimming through the titles when my fingers found a medium sized book between two others. Slowly I took it out and flipped to the first page.

I was completely captivated with the reading. It was in the perspective of a girl. The writing style was just so captivating it felt it was me who was feeling every emotion instead of the character. I felt the desperation she felt the need to make her dad notice her. The need for some sort of recognition by the person she loves most in the world. I felt her desperation as everything she did was never good enough. How she would fake a smile for his sake.

"It's an interesting book isn't it?" I jumped, I hadn't realized even realized that there was someone else in the aisle with me.

"I'm sorry I didn't mean to scare you. I just couldn't help noticing the book you were reading." I had turned around to face the person who had scared me. I was instantly captivated by his charming smile and blue eyes. For a moment I forgot that I hadn't said a word.

"Sorry, I didn't know you were there. By the way how long have you been there." He gave me another charming smile. I could have sworn I felt my legs turn to jelly. Begrudgingly I had to admit that he had looks and a mysterious charm to him. That didn't mean I would fall for him since I was already in love with someone else. Still as a girl it was difficult not to notice certain things.

"For a while actually, you seemed to be completely entranced with the books. I didn't want to ruin it for you. Although I was quite surprised that out of all the books you picked that one. Most people tend to pass by that book not even bothering to give it a second chance."

"I take it you've read it before."

"Only a few times, you know that it's based on a true story. The book comes in two parts. The mind of the author is quite intriguing. Out of all her works my favorite has always been that one."

"I haven't read any of her other works so I can't say as much but I do like this one. Although it's quite sad I suspect it just gets worse for her."

"Would you like me to ruin it or would you prefer to find out for yourself."

"In that case I think I want to find out on my own." At that moment my eyes travelled to my watch. I hadn't realized how much time had passed. "I have to go it was nice meeting you."

"Same here."

I practically ran out of the store. I didn't even realize that I hadn't even figured out his name until I was already at the Inn.

"There you are. I was wondering where you went. Well they should be arriving soon. Speaking of them they're here." – Tonks

The moment I turned around I was left speechless. There in front of me were four guys. Their presence wasn't what shocked me but the familiar face of the guy I met only moments ago. I just couldn't believe it.

"I see you bought the book."- Remus

Everyone had turned from the guy to me.

"Did you two meet already?" – Tonks

I couldn't trust myself to answer but lucky for me he decided to answer.

"We met at the book store. So that must mean you're Ana, Tonks's best friend. It's a pleasure to meet you my name is Remus Lupin."

I was left speechless yet again. I just couldn't believe it this is Remus. There was something seriously wrong the guy was supposed to be the jack-ass that broke my best friend's heart. This can't be right. This has to be some kind of a joke.

I had promised myself that I would find out his flaw. He just couldn't be this perfect. He was nice, caring, intellectual, charming and good-looking. I was supposed to hate him for hurting Tonks. I wanted to find what was wrong with him to prove to Tonks that she deserved better.

Since I couldn't find anything I chose to direct my anger at his girlfriend. If it wasn't for her he would be with Tonks. I don't care how nice she is nobody deserves to be happy more than Tonks. I'm just saying that as her friend. It's a known fact that out of most people Tonks is the most giving person. Even as a kid she was always doing things for others. She is always taking care of everyone else not caring about herself. I was tired of seeing her suffer. She didn't deserve this.

"Tonks, can we talk for a second?" Everyone had gone off somewhere it was just Tonks and me that were left.

"Sure, shoot."

"Not here let's go to our room. I don't want anyone to overhear."

"Okay, sure."

It didn't take long for us to reach the room.

"I want you to stop." – Ana

"Stop what? What are you talking about Ana?" I couldn't take it. She did it again giving off that stupid fake smile. It was difficult not to notice how she forced herself.

"Just because you can fool everyone else doesn't mean that you can fool me." It was harsh but I couldn't just stand and watch anymore.

"What-?"

"Stop pretending. Stop with the fake smiles. I don't understand why you are doing this to yourself. Just tell him how you feel."

She dropped the smile but she still had her guard up. I could see her eyes turn cold. This was how she really felt.

"I don't know what you are talking about?"

"Yes you do. Just admit it you're in love with him. I can see it in the way you look at him even the way you talk about it him. Only an idiot wouldn't notice you love Remus-."

"Stop, okay just stop."

"No, I'm not going to stop."

"What then do you want me to admit how I feel about him what then. Just leave me be, I'm happy the way things are, so just leave it."

"No, you are not happy and we both know that. I don't understand why you don't just tell him."

"Oh and what's that going to do. Besides Emily is great she's perfect for him. Look its fine stop making a big deal out of nothing."

"You've got to be kidding me. She doesn't deserve him. It should be you at his side not her. You met him first not her. You loved him before she did. You accepted him for what he is before she did. It should be you not her and your heart knows that."

"Please just stop." I could see the tears begin to drip down her cheek.

"Tonks…I'm sorry. I just want you to be happy. You've been in love with him since you were kids. Are you seriously going to just stand by and watch as he becomes happy with someone that isn't you? Look I'm your best friend for a reason."

"You're right you are my best friend and as a best friend you should respect my decision. If he is happy with her then I am happy for him. All I want is for him to be happy even if it's not with me. Even if it means that I have to fake a smile in front of him."

"…"

"Look I can't hate him even if I wanted to it's not his fault I fell in love. So please let's drop the subject and enjoy our time."

She left before I could respond.

"You're brave Tonks. If it was me I would have broken a long time ago. Instead you break into smaller pieces. I wonder how long you will last."

Rewind Sirius's POV

"Okay… you want to sneak into the girl's room…why?" – Sirius

"You know I should be the one asking why YOU are hesitating to go into a GIRL'S room." – James

"You're right let's get Moony." – Sirius

"What about Wormtail?"- James

"He's off somewhere I think he said he needed to do something." – Sirius

"Why are we sneaking into the girl's room?" – Remus

"Look we aren't sneaking we are just going to do a bit of research." - Sirius

"We are tiptoeing across the hall under James's invisibility cloak." – Remus

"So what if we are sneaking around. Does it matter why?" – Sirius

"Yes it does." – Remus

"In that case ask Prongs he's the one that wants to go in." – Sirius

"Look Moony I got Lily for the gift exchange. All I want to do is get some clue as to what she likes. Unless you would rather I give her a stink bomb." – James

"…" - Remus

"Look everyone left or is downstairs. We'll be gone before they notice." - James

"Okay but let's make it quick." – Remus

We had gone in. We were only there for a few minutes when we heard the door begin to open.

"Quick hide." – Sirius

It was only Tonks with her friend if it had been Evans we would have been goners. We couldn't move. If we did they would see us and I would get a good yelling. You did not want to get on Tonks bad side.

"*Whispers* We should leave." – Remus

"*Whispers* we can't leave we're stuck okay Moony. Now everyone shush I want to hear the good stuff. Maybe they'll say how they can't resist me and want to have their dirty way with me."

Smack

"*Whispers* oww."

"I want you to stop." – Ana

Oh look they're fighting for me already. See I knew they couldn't get enough of me.

"Stop what? What are you talking about Ana?" – Tonks

Oh look Tonks pretending to be oblivious. Although I find it kind of weird considering that I thought she liked Moony not me.

"Just because you can fool everyone else doesn't mean that you can fool me." – Ana

That's harsh.

"What-?" - Tonks

"Stop pretending. Stop with the fake smiles. I don't understand why you are doing this to yourself. Just tell him how you feel." – Ana

Okay I'm confused she wants Tonks to go with me. I don't mind I just preferred both.

"I don't know what you are talking about?" - Tonks

"Yes you do. Just admit it you're in love with him. I can see it in the way you look at him even the way you talk about it him. Only an idiot wouldn't notice you love Remus-." - Ana

Okay I was not expecting that. I turned towards Moony. I could see Prongs doing the same. He looked just shocked I guess he wasn't as smart as we thought.

"Stop, okay just stop." - Tonks

"No, I'm not going to stop." - Ana

"What then do you want me to admit how I feel about him what then. Just leave me be, I'm happy the way things are, so just leave it." - Tonks

"No, you are not happy and we both know that. I don't understand why you don't just tell him." - Ana

"Oh and what's that going to do. Besides Emily is great she's perfect for him. Look its fine stop making a big deal out of nothing." Tonks

Really there were no words to describe what was going on in that moment. I felt like I was invading a personal moment, it didn't feel right.

"Please just stop." – Tonks

I couldn't keep watching it wasn't right. I had never seen Tonks cry before even when she would break bones. She had always been the toughest out of all of us.

"…" - Ana

"Look I can't hate him even if I wanted to it's not his fault I fell in love. So please let's drop the subject and enjoy our time." - Tonks

I could only watch as Tonks left the room. We should have never come into this room.

"You're brave Tonks. If it was me I would have broken a long time ago. Instead you break into smaller pieces. I wonder how long you'll last." - Ana

We stayed quiet until both of them left. We stayed quiet even after they left. We weren't sure what to say but there was something I needed to know.

"Moony what are you planning to do?" – Padfoot

He knew what I was asking. I wanted to know who he would choose. Would he change his mind, even though I shouldn't think that way I hoped he didn't.

"…There's nothing I can do. I'm with Emily." – Remus

He didn't give further explanation but it was enough. He was right if he didn't know she felt that way then he never considered her that way. I was both happy and depressed. I loved Tonks as a little sister. Who didn't love Tonks but Emily was meant to be with Remus not Tonks.

"We better get out of here." – James

"Prongs is right we better go." – Padfoot.

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Ps: Sorry I'm leaving it here but um…(me: Are you sure you don't have a flight that goes to Pluto?

Flight attendant: No, for the hundredth time Miss.

Me: okay you don't have to be mean about it.)

How about a sneak preview of the next chapter?

Emily's POV

"Welcome to a new year at Hogwarts. As all of you might have heard by now there is an important event coming up. I am sure that a lot of you will be happy to know that our school will be participating in the event…"

The joy and excitement of student could be heard throughout the entire hall. I was curious of what event they were talking about I hadn't heard of anything.

"I can't believe it finally its here." - James

"Calm down James. You aren't planning on Joining are you?" – Remus

"Of course I am. What about you, Padfoot, you joining?" – James

"Nah too much attention. Besides I know I'm great I don't need a trophy to tell me that." – Sirius

"What are you guys talking about?" – Me

"You can't be serious. You mean you haven't heard?" – James

"No…?" – me

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