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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 4, 2012 11:00:23 GMT -8

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James was feeling lighter and happier than he had in days right at this moment. He watched with a small smile as Lily adjusted herself, and he stood up next to her. He chuckled lightly and wondered what the others would say, as well. Let them talk, James Potter had finally gotten the red headed girl of his dreams, and he was damn proud of that fact. It was no secret that he had been following Evans around like a little lost puppy for the better part of 5 years. It's not as if he never dated, but it was clear to the whole school that there was only one girl James ever truly gave a damn about, and that was Lillian Marie Evans.

He sighed deeply as she took his hand, feeling so in touch with himself and the world around him. He had his friends, his health, and his Lily flower, and right now, that was all he truly needed. Whatever was waiting for them in two years time when they took their final steps out of the Hogwarts gates, he could handle it if he felt the same way as he did presently. For this very night, James Atticus Potter felt invincible.

He smiled and rubbed Lily's fingers lightly, before pulling her closer to wrap his arm around her shoulder. "You look perfect, Lily. Always have, always will. Would you care to take one last stroll around the grounds before we eat, by any chance? I need to pick up my books from the locker room at the Quidditch Pitch before I head inside. It's the first week of lessons, and I swear I already have three essays. THREE! And they're each 5 foot assignments. I swear, the professors are trying to break me down, this year." James ranted a bit. He was taking an intense NEWT level course load in order to prepare for the Auror Academy after Hogwarts, and he was already feeling the pressure.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 4, 2012 14:53:54 GMT -8

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Lily smiled at him and blushed when he said she was perfect, she knew it was far from the truth but then she had a feeling that things were about to get even more interesting, she didn't know how anything would go, but she was just wanting to be with him and nothing seemed to matter. When he asked if she wanted to do one more stroll since he had to pick up his books she nodded to him. She wouldn't mind one last stroll, since she didn't exactly want to go in just yet but was starving.

"Well it sounds like you know what you want to do, I have no idea what I want to do once I graduate Hogwarts. I was thinking about trying to do something with an Auror. But I don't know if I have the smarts for it, since I heard that there is a test and its extremely difficult. Just really I have no plans once I graduate and its really starting to scare me, I am trying to stay away from my sister so I don't think about her. Which may sound rather cold, but she started that.

But what do you plan on doing James? We never really talk about the future, course I also kept rather distant from you to. Trying not to fall for you and your charms but it happened any way. I fell in love with you despite what I tried not to do, so guess in a way you get what you want in the end. Which for once I actually do not mind it, because In the long run we are both happy. And Sirius told me to never break your heart, which id never do. I'm not that kind of girl"

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 4, 2012 19:26:47 GMT -8

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James really couldn't stop the wide grin that spread across his face. He could not have been more happy when Lily agreed to walk to the pitch with him before the two headed into dinner. With his arm still firmly wrapped around her shoulders, he began leading her in a slow but steady pace towards the locker room. The grass was springy and soft beneath his feet, and the breeze surrounding them was cool and pleasant. The conditions made for an excellent evening of light hearted conversation and the early blossoms of newfound companionship.

Though it was slowly growing darker, James could still make out every tiny, lovely detail on Lily's face as he looked down at her during their stroll. Her tiny, adorable nose, her magnificent emerald eyes, and her soft, pink lips. How he had wanted to kiss those lips more than anything for the past few years of his life. Not now, though, he didn't want to ruin this perfectly innocent morsel of time they were experiencing right now. He restrained himself, before listening intently to the words she was whispering.

"I never pictured you as an Auror to be honest, Lily. It's extremely dangerous work, and often times it is down right dirty. However, it is exactly the field that I plan on entering. The academy is thought to be some of the most difficult and rigorous training in all of the wizarding community, and the tests are extremely demanding. You have to be a knowledgeable on both the Dark Arts, and the wizards who use it. Not to mention, they require NEWT level Potions, DADA, Charms, Muggle Studies, and basically every other class you can think of. But...if that's what you set your mind to doing, Lily, you could do it with ease. You're a bloody brilliant witch, after all." James stated, and he meant every word of it. Lily could truly be anything that she wanted to be, she was by far the most talented witch in their class.

"To be quite honest, Lily, I always pictured you using the more gentle arts. Since you're so good at Potions and Charms, I sort of figured that you would inevitably become a healer of sorts. As far as staying away from your sister goes, I don't think you can avoid your family forever. She's just going to have to accept you for the beautiful, spectacular witch that you are, or she's going to have to deal with me. And the Sirius thing, that completely sounds like him. He is, after all, my brother. And I don't expect that you will hurt me Lily, and don't even think for a moment that it is even remotely possible for me to hurt you. It's not even fathomable, because it's always been you in my heart, Lily," James finished, with a deep blush setting into his cheeks.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 4, 2012 20:26:35 GMT -8

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Lily was actually taken back by James Potter hearing everything he said it made her feel much better, she enjoyed the thought of him kissing her. But she figured he wouldn't do that for a long time, at least perhaps date three or four. Though she would be rather open to the idea, and right now she was just happy with how far they managed to get. Right now they were going at a wonderful speed and being this close to him made her heart jump into her throat. Lily was content to have his arm around her neck.

But then she heard what he said about him seeing her as a healer, because of her gentle spirit. She blushed a bit and even saw James blush a bit, it was really nice to hear him give her an idea. But hearing he wanted to try out to be an Auror she grew worried for him, she didn't know what to say about that. If it was a deadly job, leave it to James Potter to want to do it. But she smiled a bit more and had to say something to the healer idea, she grinned more.

"You make a good point James, I would be good as a healer since I enjoy helping people so much. I am top student on potions and charms, course some people think I am a goodie goodie but you and the other guys know better I think. I think being an Auror sounds like you James, though knowing what you told me about it. I would be scared for you, always wondering if you were okay. What you were thinking about, that kind of thing. Perhaps Will take your suggestion James and be a healer, can't think of anything id be good at"

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 7:55:13 GMT -8

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The moon was growing large as it made it's ascension into the never ending twilight sky. One by one, stars began to speckle the night, constellations appearing every so often among the nebulas. Orion was directly above them, shining down upon Hogwarts like a beacon of protection, a symbol of hope for the ever darkening world that surrounded them. It put a smile on James' face as they grew nearer to the Quidditch Pitch. And entirely too soon, the looming towers of the stadium stretched out before them, making James feel so very microscopic in its presence. In the moonlight, he could barley make out the red and gold of the Gryffindor locker room that was typically so vibrant by the light of the sun.

Instead of entering to grab his things right away, he looked over at Lily and smiled softly. Listening to her speak about things such as worrying for him gave him an odd sense of satisfaction. It's not that he truly wanted her to fear for his life, but it was nice to know that she actually did care for him so deeply. It made James shiver at his very core to even think about Lily being in the line of work of an Auror. It was bloody and dangerous work, but it had to be done, and James would be the one to do it. The main reason he wanted to become an Auror was so that he could protect the ones he loved, and eliminate any need for fear. How was he supposed to do that if they were going to throw themselves into the line of fire?

"I don't really think I could handle it if you were to become an Auror. It would be impossibly hard to concentrate on my own tasks, while knowing you were putting your life at risk. And I truly don't think it would be a proper fit for you. You're so kind and caring, and Auror work? It's a lot of killing. There is no mercy in the profession, only brutality. But I honestly believe you would be an excellent healer. You are generous, sweet, and highly intelligent. You have a deep rooted compassion and sympathy for your fellow beings, which just so happen to be the perfect characteristics for a healer." James said, smiling down at her as he let his arm slip from her shoulder. Instead of entirely removing his hand, he used his fingers to brush her hair away from her face and give her a feather light kiss on the cheek. He began to head into the locker room before he could witness her reaction, in case it was a negative one. "I'll only be a moment." James expressed as he quickly jogged into the locker room to grab his belongings.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 14:40:31 GMT -8

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Lily smiled at him and was having a rather interesting moment together, but then noticed what he was doing and then before she could even say or do feeling him kissing her cheek she was so surprised by what he did and she didn't get a chance to say anything to him, James took off to get his books. But she was really happy he kissed her, it meant a lot to her actually. She was leaning against the wall and her hand was on her face over where James had kissed her, and it was rather nice.

She waited till James came back out and smiled at him. "You worry to much James, but if you had stayed to see my reaction would have seen me Lily Marie Evans blush rather heavily." She giggled at him and took his arm in her hand rather happily. It was a nice moment to be here and she wanted to show him how much he meant so she actually kissed his cheek as well showing she accepted it and liked it. She was far from afraid of him hurting her because she knew he wouldn't hurt her, that she knew.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 16:39:24 GMT -8

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James quickly gathered his belongings, which had been lying on the bench closest to the exit, and shuffled them into his bag. He slung the heavy sack over his shoulder and raced back to where he had left Lily outside only a moment ago. She had taken his hands, and his mind vaguely registered that she was speaking to him. However, he had not caught a single word, as she had pressed her lips gracefully on his cheek in return to his previous kiss. Every sane thought that James had ever had fell right out of his ears, like water slipping through his fingers. The spot on his cheek was white-hot and her mouth had left a mind numbingly delicious tingling sensation in the very spot. It soon began to spread to his neck, cascading down to his shoulders, and working it's way down his abdomen and legs, until the feeling finally reached the tips of his toes. He would never understand how she could possibly cause these miraculous and involuntary actions to occur, not that he was complaining. On the contrary, he found it magical and perplexing, wonderful and satisfying all at once.

After arriving back at his senses, he smiled at Lily and gripped her hand a little bit tighter. They continued their journey, now headed in the direction of the castle. The darkness had fully settled in around them, and a moist, dewy texture was starting to set in on the lawn. To some people, this was an intimidating time, with little light, and dark shadows creeping into the crevasses of Hogwarts and it's grounds. To James, it was the most utterly beautiful and calming time to be outside. He breathed in deeply, before looking at Lily to continue their conversation.

"Thank you, for that reassuring kiss. You often make me feel at a loss for words, like my senses are in overload and I can't quite keep my thoughts contained. But enough about how I turn into a rambling and spontaneous fool in your presence for tonight, aye? Let's talk about something else. How is your course load looking for the year? Taking anything of particular interest or difficulty?" James questioned, genuinely curious. They would reach the door's in only a few meager moments, causing him to slow down their pace just a tad. That way, he could saver their last few moments of being entirely alone, without a whisper or stare from the other students.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 17:01:59 GMT -8

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Lily smiled at him and was rather happy that he seemed so pleased and was beyond happy and right now just did not know what to think of this moment. But hearing what he said she smiled a little bit. Stroking his cheek she honestly was very happy and really right now it was just really wonderful. Taking a deep breath she let it out and thought about the classes, she knew she was taking the hardest version of potions and that was a huge challenge but she got perfect marks and decided to tell him and sighed softly.

"Well it's good I am not taking that many courses its just I am taking Charms and Potions the hardest level they have here, I do have a perfect average but the tests are really a bloody pain in the ass but I deal with it best that I can. And I am rather happy, it's been a while since I have been this happy over class work. But I am just excited to get these courses done this year, but no idea what next year will be like. Not that I am worried about it because I am far from worried"

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 17:16:46 GMT -8

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James contemplated what Lily had just said about Potions. He, too, was taking the NEWT level advanced potions, though he honestly didn't know how. If it wasn't for typically pairing up with Remus on his assignments, he was sure he would not have been so lucky. They had crammed for weeks for the OWLS, and James had just barley managed to get 'Exceeds Expectations' on the rigorously challenging test. He was more than relieved when he'd received his book list, and gained the knowledge that Professor Slughorn had accepted him into his advanced class. He needed it if he were to have even the slightest chance of getting into the Auror Academy.

Speaking of Slughorn, he wondered when the first Slug Club party would be. He was more than pleased at the end of 5th year when he'd received a note inviting him to attend his end-of-the-year celebration, thus assuring his position in the Club for the remainder of his time at Hogwarts. James was an obvious choice, as he made excellent marks and was from a prominent wizarding family. However, he was a hefty prankster and a bit of a show off, so it had still shocked him a bit. He would write any of his favorites an excellent recommendation upon graduating at the end of 7th year. You can only imagine how exuberant James was to find that Lily had also been invited in to the exclusive club.

"Well, I hope that I'll be seeing you in class, then. I'm taking high level Potions as well, and Charms actually. I'll need someone to carry me in the Potions class, though, so you might not want to consider me for a partner." James chuckled, thinking about how difficult this year was truly going to be. "Speaking of Potions, when do you think Slughorn is going to throw his first little get together this year? I'm interested in trying a little more of that goblin made Cornish Pixie Wine." he mused, and he was actually rather excited.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 17:51:51 GMT -8

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Lily had noticed that he had slowed down a lot and figured and smiled at James and it was actually a good point, and shrugged her shoulders. She got the invite but had never heard of anything else about it. On her way back to the castle she had thought of a million things all at once. It was amazing how she was and silently sighed and looked at James her smile never faded not even for a moment. All her worries left when she talked with James, she felt at peace with everything and was happy with him even now.

"I don't know James I was a bit surprised by the invite with me but I have no idea maybe in a month or so? but anything is possible, perhaps the good professor is just busy. Since the new year and everything, and seems seem a bit dark and I get this feeling he maybe worried about something But I don't know its really hard, but just some things I have seen with Professor Riddle we need to keep his eye on him, and this Lexus rumors has it she speaks snake and Riddle has been looking at her"

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 18:36:51 GMT -8

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James was rather unhappy when he realized that they had already reached the doors. Why couldn't time just freeze, right at this very moment in time? Or at least maybe slow down and let him savor the minutes that they had left together. He sighed as he glanced at the marvelously large doors, decorated with ornate carvings by some ancient, magical artist. Rumor said that they were embedded deeply with ancient charms for protection, spells that had since been lost. James thought that maybe that was for the best, if no one knew they origin of the magic, perhaps it could never, ever be reversed. It had always made him feel incredibly protected within the enchanting walls of the castle.

James listened intently to Lily's concerned, still engulfing her tiny hand with one of his own, while running the other through his shaggy hair. He despised hearing Lily speak with this level of fear and uncertainty. It created a fiery pit in the bottom of his belly that made him need to devour all of her doubt, and destroy all of her enemies. He gave a shudder as she mentioned their new Defense Against The Dark Arts professor. He didn't know the man well himself, but there were very grave whispers circling the wizard everywhere he went. "I think you're right, Lily. We do need to keep our eye on that one. My thought on the matter is that Dumbledore does know what he's doing, however unstable it may seem. How does that muggle saying go? 'Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer', I think. This seems to be the very definition of that phrase. Just...do me a favor and keep as much distance as possible between you and he, will you?" James practically begged. He didn't want to have to worry about a professor attacking Lily, it only added to his ever growing list of concerns.

"Lexus is a Parselmouth? I hadn't heard that. I suppose it doesn't surprise me, with her being in Slytherin and all. Witches and wizards who talk to snakes are typically associated with the most evil forms of magic, so I would stay away from her too, Lily. I had heard about Riddle picking some...special students for 'special lessons' or something of the sort. Sounds like maybe he's teaching them something that he ought not to be. But what for?" James wondered out loud to Lily. He was absently stroking her fingers with his thumb again, it was a very comforting feeling to him. Lily seemed to nurture his soul, mind, and body all at the same time. It was a lovely and fulfilling feeling, to say the least.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 18:53:45 GMT -8

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Lily had actually found what James said rather interesting and he made some really good points and she nodded to him about staying away from Riddle and the Lex and of course Bella even though he did not include her but she knew he wanted her to stay away from her as well. She was thinking of what Riddle could be wanting with special students but in the back of her head she took a deep breath and let it out, looking up at the sky she knew that something dark was on the horizon and she hoped Albus knew what he was doing.

"I think you are right James, but if Dumbledore is keeping Riddle on a short leash I think part of him is hoping he is a brand new man. But I know better he is far from a good man. I have a feeling that he maybe forming some kind of group, I know he hates anyone who is not in Slytherin and that makes him a snake and I don't know. Perhaps if Riddle was not here he would go on a killing spree. Since I do think that he will do something to someone soon"

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 19:06:50 GMT -8

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Everything Lily was saying sounded extremely accurate, as much as James didn't want to believe it. Perhaps if Riddle wasn't at Hogwarts, he would be off on some muggle or half-blood killing spree. Actions like that were completely unjustified, in his opinion. Who ever said that you were better or worse than any other person simply due to the blood that flowed through your veins? Last time he checked, wizards bled red, both pureblood and half-bloods, alike, and even muggles! As far as James was concerned, that made everyone equal. Perhaps the only reason he believed that was because he had been raised with parents who were not on sympathetic to every individual, but also full of compassion for their fellow beings. He knew that in most cases, such as the Black family, that you were raised with a deeply rooted hatred for anyone considered to be of 'dirty blood'. It was a miracle and a blessing that his best friend, Sirius, had defied his family and been accepting of everyone regardless of blood status.

"He does seem to have an odd hate for every student that does not belong to Slytherin, doesn't he? Which means it's going to be excruciatingly hard to win the House Cup this year, since he's obviously going to be playing favorites. That just means that we'll have to be on our a-game this year, doesn't it? We just have to trust the Headmaster. Rumor has it, he's forming a little organization of his own to fight against Dark Wizards. If he would let students join, I swear I would give my oath to him this very night, but I'm sure he won't. As soon as I graduate and join the ranks of the Aurors, I'm going to join, though. If there is going to be a war, you can be bloody sure I'll be on the front line. I'll protect the ones I care about by any means necessary." James stated truthfully as he gazed up at the stars. They were twinkling at him, as if to assure him that he was making the proper choices with his life.

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 5, 2012 21:25:52 GMT -8

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Lily did not know how to react to what he said to her, here they were accepting each other and she was more then willing to be with him, then he goes wanting to join the Auror's and that worried her so much. But she would support him in everything and anything he wanted and hearing what he said about Dumbledore she nodded to him and would join since she knew everyone else was going to join that she knew, Remus, Sirius and James would do it that she knew even before he said that he would accept the offer.

"Yes I would join right now as well, I hope that the group he is to form. Well that's if he decides to do it. We will need a lot of people, and I think it would be interesting and I always think its fun to help out people. So I guess we will have to wait and see what Happens with everyone and us James. I will support you in what you want to do that I know, you are way to special to turn my back on you. So if you want to go out for Auror I will support it"

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Something Much Different (Potter) Dec 6, 2012 9:00:24 GMT -8

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James took one last look around the Hogwarts ground as he listened to Lily speak. The reflection of the moon on the Black Lake was both relaxing and invigoration at the same time. The shadows in corners of the lawn and at the edge of the Forbidden Forest held secrets that James was determined to discover, when next the moon reached it's fullness. He could not what to burst free into his Animagus form with his closest friends, and rush through the night like an unstoppable hurricane. It was always such an intense adrenaline rush when he accompanied Remus during his transformations into lycanthropy.

James turned to Lily and smiled, though he was happy that she was willing to fight on the side of good, he was also worried for her safety. "Of course you're willing to risk your life for the good of others, Lily, I wouldn't expect anything less of you. But that doesn't mean you need to act with reckless abandon for your own health. Be careful Lily, and know that I will always be out there worrying for your well being. And thank you for your never ending support in my dream of becoming and Auror. It is my greatest aspiration, besides taking you on a date, that is!" James jested lightly. It was true that he had yearned to take Lily out for just short of 5 years, and he felt exuberant that she had finally answered his pleas with a positive response. However, it had been his goal to be an Auror even longer. It had been his dream profession since he had been but a toddler, and was first learning the ways of a decent wizard by his loving parents. They had taught him that he could be whatever he wanted, but he was always drawn to fighting Dark Magic. Aurors were iconic, almost like the superheroes of the wizarding world, and James was driven to become one now more than ever. He needed to help extinguish the flame of Dark Magic that had been sparked recently.

He stepped forward and yanked the doors leading to the entrance hall open, reaching out his arm to escort her inside. He smirked politely at her, excited to her the murmur of whispers that would arise from James accompanying Lily into the Great Hall for Dinner. " Would you care to join me for dinner, Miss Lillian Marie Evans?" James questioned, allowing her an exaggerated bow before giving her devilish smile. He didn't care what the others of the school thought about the uniting of he and Lily, but he certainly was not willing to hide the fact that he had gotten the girl of his dreams to go on a date with him, finally. He could only hope that she felt the same way as he in regards to the matter.

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