Chapter 43-Lily and Prongs Ride Again
"Lily, it's all over," James whispered into her ear as they patrolled the abandoned halls that night. They had stopped to just hold one another. Katy had returned that day and the gossip mill just kept turning.
"James, I love you so much," Lily said to him. She was so happy it was all over. She never had experienced anything like that in her life, including the day her mum had died.
"I love you too, Flower," he said. He grinned at her and kissed her playfully on the lips. She had cut her long, flowing red hair into a shoulder-length bob and James thought she was beautiful.
"Do you ever wonder why we don't just you know-do it?" Lily asked.
"Do what, Lils?" James asked her. He was hoping they weren't going to have the conversation he thought they were heading to.
"Sex," Lily said quietly.
"You want to have sex? Already? Our relationship hasn't been for that long," James said.
"I know. I just know that our relationship would move up a level if we did have it," she said to him. She hadn't expected him to be so shocked about it.
"Lily, I have had sex. Plenty more times than I wish I would have. You're different from all those girls. I want it to be special. I want it to be after we get married," James said.
"Are you sure?" Lily asked. "I know that we just overcame a big obstacle and I feel we can overcome anything. I thought sex could be a little, you know reward."
"I love you, but I want it to be right. I don't want to rush," James said. Lily smiled. How had she gotten so lucky with him? He was perfect for her. His existence was her happiness.
"You're amazing James Potter," Lily said. Then she kissed him passionately. They remained that way for several moments.
"I am so lucky to have you, Lily," James said.
"I was thinking the same thing," Lily said grinning. They kissed once more against the stone walls of Hogwarts. The torches were lit and the hall had a fluorescent glow to it. Even Mrs. Norris couldn't be seen. Argus Filch had long since retired to bed and Lily and James were left alone in their peaceful little hallway. How lucky the both of them had been to not have any troublemakers.
Lily loved the touch of James's lips against hers. They were soft and tender and it felt like the whole world just stopped when she kissed him. It was magic. She felt sparks and electricity flow through her body as she deepened the kiss with him.
James ran his fingers through her soft, red hair. It was short but he loved it, just as he loved her. She was amazing, inside and out. He knew she was the one he was destined to be with. Who knew that he would ever end up with Lily Evans? James always knew.
They kissed more and more. It had been the longing and the redemption from their previous month that triggered this intense heat between them. They valued each other so much more. The threat wasn't gone. There was still Voldemort, who was even more cruel than the twisted Venus Adams.
Lily pulled back, gasping for air. She smiled and James grinned.
"That was some kiss, Miss Evans. Let's see. Fifteen points to Gryffindor for such an outstanding performance from the two best kissers in school," James said.
"You can do that?" Lily asked.
"I can do anything when I'm with you," he said to her. He pulled her into a hug and started humming. They swayed together, dancing to the rhythm of their hearts. It was pure romance. Or pure destiny. Whatever it was, James Potter and Lily Evans felt it.
"It is so wonderful to just be normal and have no worries at the moment," James said.
"I know. It's amazing. Dumbledore replaced Adams with Andromeda, Sirius's older cousin. She's so much better than Venus. No exams to worry about yet, and Voldemort is long gone for now. Both Katy and Halle made full recoveries. It's wonderful to have no worries," Lily said. "It's wonderful to have you."
"Want to go somewhere?" James asked.
"We can't. We have to patrol," Lily said. She pointed to the empty hallway as if proving James's point.
"Oh right. There is no hallway to patrol. No one else is up," Lily said. "Ok, where do you want to go?"
"Outside, on the grounds. For a walk around the lake," James said.
"Good idea," Lily said. She conjured a coat for herself and asked James if he wanted one. He shook his head.
"I'll be fine," he said.
"I don't think so! It's freezing!" Lily protested. They were stepping off the steps and onto the grounds. It was January and the air was bitter cold. The snow had melted but was delicately falling from the sky for a new, fresh layer tomorrow. The lake had frozen over and the moon was shining in a beautiful crescent.
"I'll be fine. You'll see," James said. He walked a little further ahead of Lily.
"Just hop on," James said.
"What do you mean?" Lily asked, but then smiled as James transformed into Prongs. He was so beautiful as the snow fell onto his antlers and his small, brown nose. She pet him and kissed the tip of his nose.
Then she hopped on his back. Prongs grunted, as though laughing to himself. Lily started laughing loudly as they ran around the lake. She was having fun and spending time with the man of her dreams. It was perfect.
Soon, James slowed down to a walk and was just walking around the lake, admiring it's beauty, even in it's current frozen state. He noticed Lily was getting cold and kneeled down so she could step off. She did and he transformed. Her red lips had turned purple but she was still smiling.
"Up we go," he said. He lifted her off her feet and carried her into the castle, he giggling the whole way.
They reached the Heads Room and James set her into her bed and tucked her in. She smiled at him. She removed her coat and shoes. He turned the lights out for her and was about to leave when he heard her voice. Quiet, but distinct.
"Sleep with me tonight. We don't have to do anything. I just want to hold you," Lily said.
"Ok," James said. He took off his own shoes and hopped into her bed, beside her. The two of them kissed
goodnight and fell asleep, wrapped in each other's arms.
A/N: A fluffy, filler chapter. Please review.