Catch My Fall
Chapter 2-Proposals
James had no idea how he would have woken up each day if it had not been for her. Lily seemed to be constantly on his mind and he found himself longing to spend time with her every moment of every day. It was difficult training without her by his side. He wished to know she was safe.
Her enchanting emerald green eyes and shoulder length auburn hair filled his thoughts frequently. It was as though they had been made for one another. Their one year anniversary was approaching and James had the feeling that he should do something big.
He had gone shopping recently and had picked something out that made him quite nervous. Frank had proposed to Alice last year and they had gotten married that summer. James knew that Lily was scared about married life while still in school, but how did she feel now?
He had bought the ring and kept it hidden away in his drawers for the past two weeks. This weekend was their anniversary and it was time that they move on to the next step. He just wasn't confidant that she'd accept.
What would happen if she rejected him again? Would they break up as they did previously? He didn't want to risk losing her once more. Yet, where were they going if marriage wasn't next?
He wanted to have the same thing Sirius and Halle had. They were blissfully happy being married. Halle was enjoying being pregnant and seemed to glow constantly. He knew Lily would do the same.
He hadn't talked to his friends about it yet; he wasn't sure if he was even considering actually doing it. It would be hard to get them away from the girls.
He knew he had to do it. It was a risk he was willing to take.
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"Are James, Remus, and Peter staying for dinner?" Halle called from the kitchen.
"No, that's quite alright, Halle," James said. "I just needed to talk to the Marauders for a moment."
"What's this all about, Prongs?" Sirius asked, plopping casually down onto the couch.
"I want to ask Lily to marry me," James stated.
"But you don't know if she'll say yes?" Remus guessed.
"Precisely," James answered.
Halle came out of the kitchen, obviously having heard what James had said.
"Oh, James, you should ask her. I know she would say yes," Halle said, smiling.
"We all thought that last time as well," James reminisced.
"Last time she was unsure and you hadn't dated that long. I think she'll say yes this time," Halle reassured him.
"Thanks, Halle. I hope you're right," James said.
"Do you even have to question it?" Halle teased. She sat down beside Sirius and he kissed her hand.
"Thanks, I think I'm going to ask her this weekend," James said, excited and heading out the door.
"Good luck," they all called.
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"Happy anniversary, James," Lily said, kissing him on the lips. He had knocked on her door, a dozen roses in hand.
"Happy anniversary to you too, Lily," he said, handing her the flowers.
"Oh, they smell beautiful," Lily said, bringing the lush red roses to her nose. The scent was soothing, bringing a genuinely large smile to her face.
"Let me put them in some water for you," Katy offered. She smiled at Lily and winked at James. She had heard from Remus and Halle of what he was planning on doing.
"Thanks, Katy," Lily thanked, grabbing her coat. James helped her put it on and the two of them made their way towards the exit.
"Don't keep her out too late, James," Katy yelled from the other room.
"I won't, Dad!" James yelled back. Lily chuckled.
The two of them stepped out of the door and James took her hand.
"Where are we going?" Lily asked. She was getting ready to Apparate there.
"Godric's Hollow, Potter Manor," James said.
The two of them Apparated and they landed on James' doorstep. Instead of walking inside though, James led her to the backyard. He seemed to have set everything up beforehand. There was a blanket and a picnic basket lying on the grass. Lily grinned.
There was a single candle lit and one red rose was lying on the basket.
"This is beautiful, James," Lily said. She looked up and saw the night sky overhead. The stars were shining beautifully. It was too perfect.
They sat down on the blanket and James opened the picnic basket. He pulled out a cupcake with one candle on it.
"It's not lit," Lily said, looking at the still candle.
"Let me fix that," James said. He raised his wand and as Lily saw the flame flicker onto the candle, she felt a ring slide onto her finger. James was smiling and had gotten down on one knee before her.
"Lily Evans, I love you more than anything else on this planet. I love you more than the breath I take into my lungs. I love every aspect, every characteristic, everything about you. You're my match. It feels like we were made for each other. I love you more than life itself. Would you make me the luckiest man in the world and marry me?" he asked.
She felt tears of joy slide down her face. It was a question that had shocked her, but pleased her all the same.
"Yes, James. Nothing would make me happier," she said. She leapt into his arms and they hugged.
"When do you want to get married?" James asked.
"I want all our friends to be there. Soon, I want to get married soon," Lily said.
"As soon as possible?" James questioned.
"As soon as possible," Lily confirmed, wrapping him into a passionate kiss.
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