Hey! Ok sorry if this chapter is completely terrible. This is seriously my most disliked chapter so far because I couldn't think of any adorable shopping moments! and I also wrote this around 2 in the morning. I promise the next chapter shall be better!
I KNOW I HAVENT UPDATED IN A WHILE. I PROMISE I HAVENT GIVEN UP IM JUST INCREDIBLY BUSY. PLEASE REVIEW- I LOVE ENCOURAGEMENT FROM YOU GUYS!
"WOAH WHATS THAT"
Lily's bright bouncing ginger curls were a blur as she raced every which way. Severus was greatly amused how little it took to fascinate the young witch, as he tried to hide his amazement as well.
Both children never fathomed how magnificent Diagon alley was. Strange people dressed in flowing robes bustled around the alley, each with a sense a purpose. Lily and Severus however were clueless about how to navigate this strange world however, so they decided to leave it to chance.
Severus had greatly disliked this plan, but after some harmless teasing from Lily goading him to "live a little"
Lily asked her parents if Severus could come with them since his parents were "unavailable". Her parents readily agreed, and petunia made sudden plans to visit a friends house while they would be away.
Severus warily felt the inside of his coat, already knowing its pathetic contents. His mother in one of her clearer moments, gave Severus the remainder of the wizard money she had left. It added up to a total of 2 galleons, 7 sickles, and 13 knuts.
Walking inside florish and blotts Severus knew he was in trouble. Lilly already had her money converted at Gringotts that day and had a massive 50 galleons in total.
Standard Book of Spells Grade 1 by Miranda Goshawk
Severus walked up to their selection and cursed strongly. This first book alone cost 2 Galleons. And Severus still needed to get the rest o his supplies, his robes, and wand.
Severus wasn't even deluding himself to try and include a pet in the list of expenses. He already had too much to buy, and he wasn't really the type of person to care for a pet.
His only reprieve from his expenses was the few 1st year books his mother had owned from when she was a girl. That only accounted for 5 out of the 8 first year texts however.
Lily finally ceased her excited prancing around the store and saw Severus's tightly furrowed brow and thinned lip. Something is wrong
Careful not to disturb Severus's train of thought Lilly softly walked over to his side and placed her hand on his shoulder.
On instinct Severus jumped slightly but one glance at the concerned red head behind him calmed him down.
"Whats wrong Sev?"
Annoyed at the situation at hand, Severus shook his head once in an attempt to damper the questions to come. He was ashamed at the money in his pocket and didnt want her pity. It was to no avail however.
"Severus you arnt fooling anyone, please tell me whats wrong"
Severus's head snapped up at the use of his full first name. With a sigh of defeat he turned towards his best friend silently pleaded with his eyes.
Lily raised her eyebrows and crossed her arms in a very 'snape-like' manor.
Severus scowled fiercely and roughly shoved his hand in his pocket to bring out the pathetic amount of money.
Lily's eyes watered in understanding, causing Severus to scowl even more and turn away. Damn pity
Lilys hand found Severus's and squeezed reassuringly reading his thoughts.
"Sev stop it. This isnt pity, this is disappointment. Why didnt you tell me? We are best friends..."
Severus stop scowling only to shake his head hurriedly.
"Lils, thats not it. I dont want your pity, or any money that comes with it. Like you said im your best friend. Im not some... charity case"
Lily held a scowl of her own and smacked Severus's arm soundly
"Oh come on dont be a prat, you know i dont think about you that way"
Severus sighed soundly before finally realizing the childishness of his actions and thoughts. Reluctantly he held out the book for Lily to pay for
Lily smiled im victory and pulled Severus to the counter.
"I'll be paying for this prats books if you please"
After 2 hours of shopping from an bouncing Lilly and an reluctant Severus, the children finally stopped at thier final destination- Olivanders.
Severus was decked out in his new robes, much to his distaste. Lily insisted he wear them though, and for some reason he couldn't say no to those wide pleading eyes.
Madam Malkin's proved to be quite an interesting experience actually, one which Severus actually some what enjoyed (though he would never admit it).
"Severus try this!"
Lily handed through the stall yet another robe, much to Severus's distaste. He had barely accepted the fact that Lily would help with his purchases, and now she was trying to buy him...clothes. Severus shivered at the horror of the situation. Things had gone to far. He would walk out right then and there and tell her that he didnt care if she was disgusted by his appearance, or thought he wasnt good enough to be seen with "Lily Evans"- aka the most beautiful girl in the world. He would tell her he didnt care, he would lie. Brutal words resting on his tongue, Severus steped out to face the scrutiny of his light.
Lilys reaction stopped him in his tracks however.
"Well damn!" she simply stated with a cheeky grin.
Severus was thoroughly shocked. Lily Evans wasnt one to "curse" even mild ones like damn. At least she never had in front of Severus before. Wait- is she saying I look good?!
"I-um-I-um-what?!"
Great now your gaping like a fish. Now stop with that insufferable stuttering! Severus Snape does not DO stuttering!
The look on Severus's face sent Lily into a fit of giggles that refused to cease. The look on his face was priceless- a mixture of horror and shock. There was also the unmistakable tint of a blush on his cheeks. Lily continued to laugh until she clutched her side in pain.
Severus folded his arms and glared daggers at Lily's behavior. Humphing loundly he had begun to step off the changing platform when familiar hand held him back.
The cheeky grin had grown even bigger than when he first stepped out, and her eyes even held a twinkle of amusement!
With another scowl Severus attempted to step off the platform once more but the petite hands stayed firm. Lily might of been a full head shorter than the older boy, but she certainly found the strength of a grown man when the time called for it.
"No wait Sev," she stated after her giggling finally ceased, "im not making fun of you! you actually look good!"
Severus's cheeks flushed brightly, believing that she was just trying to make him feel good. Reading his thoughts Lily guided him to a mirror so he could view his own appearance. When an audible gasp was heard, she knew he finally saw what Lily saw.
Severus Snape was in a flowing black robe that adding some build to his thin frame. The nice new cloth brought some of the greasiness out of Severus's hair. Compared to the mismatched rag wearing boy that walked it, Severus had certainly looked better.
Severus let Lily lead him to the cashier who had a simmilar reaction to Lily's. Madam Malkins wore the same grin and she approved over the new look of her latest customer. He finally found the words as they walked out into diagon ally once more.
"Thank you Lily"
*end flashback*
Severus had proceeded to walk into Olivanders until he realized a certain ginger wasn't next to him. He glanced back towards Lily and saw the unmistakable look of fear in her large green eyes.
Desperation surged through his thin frame overwhelming all trains of thought. What would DARE cause fear in his light. Severus wanted to fix it, to make sure she wasn't afraid anymore.
Severus took one lengthy stride and tilted her chin upward so he could see her eyes more clearly.
"Whats wrong Lily"
She sighed and attempted to cast her yes downwards but Severus's hand stayed firm and steady. Her stunning emeralds where the widest and most innocent Severus had ever seen them.
This is not like Lily, somethings wrong. I knew I should not of let her purchase my supplies. I am such a burden. You stupid deplorable greasy ra-
"Im scared to go inside," Lilly whispered breaking Severus's thoughts.
Wrapping his arms around Lily, he pulled her into a strong hug.
"You can do it Lils," he murmured softly in his deep silky tones.
Lily relaxed and then proceeded to explain why.
"I cant help it Sev. This is the big moment- what if none of the wands work for me. Im sorry but I cant help but worry. Im so excited but terrified at the same time. Do you know what i mean?"
Severus broke the hug to look into Lily's eyes once more, but his hands remained attached to her shoulders.
"Just follow after me. Your getting a wand here Lily Evans, whether you like it or not".
Severus ended this note with a rare playful smile successfully bringing Lily out of her pensive mood.
Hand in hand they walked into the dusty dim shop. A man who looked a bit too old to still be living popped up from behind the counter with an energy not fitting his apperence.
"My my! If it isnt 2 more young wizards here to be chosen. No worries, I shall have you set up in no time"
He quickly gathering several boxes off the shelf and approached the children.
Severus and Lily looked at each other.
"You go first, Sev, please – I… I want to see, you know, how it's done," Lily whispered, her cheeks turning slightly pink. Severus nodded.
"I'll be first, sir," Severus said. He took a step forward. Mr. Ollivander smiled.
"Wonderful! Well let me have a look at you."
He grabbed a light green box out of the pile.
Try this one," he said to Severus while handing him a long, brown wand.
"It's twelve and a half inches, sanded Oak, with centaur hair core"
Severus gazed at it intently before waving it quickly down one edge of the room. Dust rose from the tops of the boxes and formed a steady whirlwind that spun towards them and collapsed abruptly in Ollivander's face leaving him coughing and wheezing.
"Erm – I – sorry…" Severus muttered awkwardly as he quickly glanced back at Lily. She smiled excitedly at him, and he was glad to see that his clumsiness with that particular wand cheered her up a bit.
"Right. I don't think so," Ollivander stated as he removed the wand from Severus's hand and replaced it in the box.
"Ah, I think I know." Then Mr. Ollivander walked quickly down another little hall and grabbed a dark box from a middle shelf. "This is ten inches, ebony, with root of asphodel for its core."
Severus liked this wand much better. When he took it in his hands he felt a wift of power and strength sweep through him like a tidal wave finally reaching the shore. When he waved it around the room the lights flickered eerily and when his wand reached Lily, two white flowers appeared in her right hand. She grinned widely and beamed at Severus. Mr. Ollivander laughed triumphantly.
"Asphodel flowers, native to eastern Europe, exactly the root that fills the core! Well done. Now my dear, it is your turn." Mr. Ollivander gestured towards Lily. She seemed much less afraid now after seeing Severus's wonderful performance.
Taking a look up and down Lily as he had done for Severus, Mr. Ollivander narrowed his eyebrows and asked, "You're a muggle born are you?"
Lily nodded nervously.
"Not to worry, my dear. I only pointed it out because I could sense that I have never sold a wand to your family before today! But I know which one to try first."
He grabbed a dark brown box from a place hidden behind the counter and handed her the wand. "Eleven and a quarter inches, mahogany, mermaid scales core."
Lily held it in her hand, and with only a little hesitation she waved it. A stream of water came rushing out of the tip and before she would willingly allow it to do anymore damage, she dropped it on the floor and the water stopped. Looking back at Severus, the two friends shared a long look before erupting in hysterical laughter. Both sounds meshed and blended together in perfect harmony.
3 wands later Lilly found one that felt right. 10¼" willow, swishy, and described as "good for charms work". When she flicked it an array of white sparks flowed out. Lilly positively beamed and jumped excitedly.
"I DID IT!" She squealed, launching into Severus.
Severus continued to laugh in relief and squeezed Lily back lifting her off the ground.
After a quick visit to Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlour, both children went home exhausted but excited for the coming school year.