He couldn't believe it himself, he was nervous ...
The other Marauders would probably have laughed at him if they knew! James Potter was scared of something, sweaty hands and trembling knees - just ridiculous.
Still, who wouldn't be nervous if they had a date with this elf-like creature? Lily Evans ... He had dreamed of this moment for so long since he first saw her.
It seemed so long ago she stood on the platform in Hogsmeade, her red hair blowing in the wind and her unfathomable green eyes sparkling.
He knew he sounded sappy - an absolute mortal sin for any Marauder - but that's how it was when you were in love! He wanted to write it out, he wanted to hug the world and kiss every passerby.
Maybe not a good idea, given that Hogsmeade was full of old witches, Slytherins, and teachers that day ...
"Don't panic, you can do it!" Sirius patted his shoulder encouragingly, Remus nodded in agreement and Nojiko smiled all over his face.
Yes, he would work it out, he was James Potter, the most charming boy in all of Hogwarts, after all!

Her heart was pounding as she waited for him in the three brooms. Would he come or would he move her? What should she expect? He was James Potter, Casanova, who was known at school, he was even worse than Black!
What was she doing here anyway? Lily Evans resisted the urge to jump up and flee the place. She had agreed to this date and she always kept her word!
At the thought of their date, a dreamy expression came into the green eyes, which otherwise always sparkled brightly. He was just ... How should you describe James? You had to see it! Sure he had his negative traits too, he was arrogant and childish, but lately she had learned that he was much more than that.
He stood by what he did, he would risk everything for his friends.In short, behind the superficial, arrogant facade was a very interesting person!

There she sat, beautiful as always! She had tied her hair back with a white ribbon that went perfectly with her snow-white sweater. He still couldn't believe his luck, she really had agreed to go out with him.
He took a last deep breath and walked over to her table.
"Um ... Hello Lily!"
Very original, really! He switched himself and forced a smile that should look relaxed and happy.
Was he nervous? That was unusual, but strangely enough, it calmed her down.
So Lily wasn't the only one feeling weird! His smile ... Well, it was more of a tortured grimace made her smile.
"Hi, have a seat. I've already ordered, I hope that's okay."
She stroked her hair nervously, wondering for the hundredth time that day why she was here.
There was an embarrassing silence, no one knew what to say. Lily stared at the table while James tried to relax and played with a coaster.

He had to break this silence, it was really unbearable. But what should he tell her?
Strange, he'd dated a lot of girls and he'd never had a problem. What had Nojiko advised him? Compliment her! She was Lily's best friend, she had to know.
Just what should he say? It couldn't be too meaningful, but it couldn't be too banal either! If they were in a romance film now, the world around them would stand still and their lips would approach each other inexorably ...
"You ... you look really great today. Not that you wouldn't look good otherwise, but you're especially beautiful today." James smiled awkwardly and inwardly rolled his eyes at his sudden shyness.

Lily had to laugh, that really was a new side to James!But she liked it, she even liked it very much!
"Thank you, you too, Krone. That's what your friends call you, right?"
Of course, she knew what the nicknames meant, the Marauders had given them up not long ago. But she had to talk to him about something!
"Yeah, right ... That was Sirius' idea!"
Was he embarrassed? Well, certainly no more than she did on his compliment. She could only hope he hadn't noticed the blush on her cheeks - how embarrassing!

Her eyes looked at him attentively, they glittered mysteriously in the dim light and took James more than yes to themselves.
He could sink into her if she only let him!
The waiter brought two butter beers, he could use firewhiskey now ...
"What do you think we will win the next game against Ravenclaw?"
Quidditch, finally a subject he could do something with! James smiled confidently and nodded enthusiastically.

Lily wasn't particularly interested in Quidditch, but it had broken the ice. They talked about everything and everyone, she would never have believed that one could talk to James Potter so well!
Even his jokes, which she used to think were childish and silly, were funny.
The day went by way too fast for her liking and when it was time to go back to Hogwarts, they walked arm in arm.
Lily had to try not to grin widely, she was just too happy. Swarms of butterflies fluttered in her stomach!
The other girls gave her jealous looks as she walked back to the castle with James, but he didn't seem to see her - no, he only had eyes for her.

He could hardly believe his luck, he had made it, she liked him! Or not? Maybe she was just being polite?
No, her laugh was honest, as was the gentle look she gave him over and over again.
They'd arrived outside the common room, far too quickly in his opinion.Lily was the woman of his life, now he was finally convinced of it and nothing could ever change him again!
But did she see it the same way? Did she really like him? He decided to put everything on one card ...
"Tell me, wouldn't you like to go out with me again?"
Now it was up to her, she heals all strings in hand! If she said no now ...

He actually asked her! A bright smile appeared on her lips.
"Yes of course!"
Oh no, that sounded way too excited. Shouldn't one always pretend to be aloof to boys? It was too late now anyway!
"Really? I'll pick you up tomorrow at eight."
But was it school tomorrow? Anyway, she immediately dismissed the thought and nodded.
What should she do now? The two were still undecided in front of the portrait and thought feverishly how they could spend a little more time together.
Suddenly he leaned forward slightly, should she respond?

James could hardly believe it, she closed her eyes ... An unfathomable smile lay on the soft, beautiful lips.
Finally, after so many years, he was going to kiss her! Also smiling, he took a small step so that he was standing directly in front of her.
It was about to happen ...
"I don't want to disturb you, but ..."
James spun around and glared at his best friend! Sirius grinned innocently, but the twinkle in his gray eyes gave him away. So that was on purpose, he had timed the moment very carefully. If he could get his hands on it ...
"Excuse me Lily, I have to kill Padfoot for a moment. I'll be back soon!"
As if on cue, Sirius ran away and James followed him as fast as he could. This time he didn't get away easily ...

Lily stood indecisively for a moment as James simply ran away. Sometimes she could be his idiotic friends ...
But then she saw Nell, which softened her. She would expect a full report, and she would get it now!Lily entered the common room and sat down next to her friend, a dreamy smile on her face.
"I take it that date was a success?"
If she only knew ... Tomorrow she would see him again and if it was up to Lily, then they would repeat that every day for the rest of their lives ...

THE END