Sirius/Ambrosia

Chapter One The Sorting

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We entered the great hall, those nerve wracking steps - the start of a new school year. I picked at the end of my sleeve, a nervous habit of mine, and walked up with all of the first years. Ignoring the odd looks I received, I hurried up to the stool as my name was called. Hmm I gave a start as the sorting hats voice sounded in my head. Ambrosia Emerson. You are smart enough for Ravenclaw, and youd be comfortable enough in Hufflepuff. But, I have higher priorities than making you comfortable. The sorting hat laughed, but I cringed. He couldnt have made it easy on me, could he? Dont worry, it is all for the best. You need a little courage and to be able to stand up for yourself. Welcome to Hogwarts, Emerson. I held my breath, as the hat drew his to yellGRYFFINDOR! I wasnt supposed to be here. Not at Hogwarts, not if I had been normal. About a year before I was to go to wizarding school, my parents and I had moved to Belgium. And in September, I attended Beauxbatons Academy of Magic. Things were fine at first, after all, spells and charms were so fun to perform and I was immensely intrigued with my schoolwork. I suppose I was just caught up with the incredible world of magic, all by myself, all alone. Then, when the novelty had worn off a bit, I found that everyone had made friends, which was fine by me, really, it was. Only this was an all girls school and things worked differently at Beauxbatons. Many of the girls were consumed with looks and found great interest in mirrors where I had found great interest in books. Some bragged that they were Veelas. They really werent. No, they were something different completely different in fact. I could be modest, I could tell you I was ugly and therefore, shunned by the other girls. But, I have always been told since I was a child, by relatives and sometimes strangers, - that I had my mothers beauty and my fathers sincere eyes and facial expressions. I would shrug and continue whatever I had been doing; whatever had caught my interest. So when I finally emerged from having my nose buried in some book, I was greeted by animosity from my fellow pupils. When Christmas break had

arrived, I had clung to my mothers robes, frowning softly while she assured me that the reason for all the cruelty that I had been subject to was based on jealousy. I didnt want to go back, and thats what I told my mother. She looked down at me sadly, and after a lot of convincing, I boarded the flying coaches back to the academy. At this point, I take a shuddery breath. I had tried just being nice and not letting them get to me, which escalated quickly to my mothers suggestion of killing them with kindness. However, it just seemed to encourage them. Just grinning and bearing it, they must have been elated knowing I wasnt going to do anything or tell any teachers about their extensive pranks. And then, in the midst of that year, I lost my magic. It happened gradually. Spells were getting harder and harder to do. I devoted my time to practicing my form, pronunciation, theory, and focus. When I tried hours and hours on a Saturday evening to preform a simple accio, my confidence took yet another blow. The girls laughed, called me a squib, and started this thing where whenever they did something, I would be excluded. Which wasnt new, but now theyd laugh and say, sorry, witches only. My parents found out after they had seen that my grades had plummeted. I hadnt talked of any of the other girls, or about the bullying. By then, I couldnt just laugh off waking up to a different hair color or having my nails fall off in the middle of class anymore. Everyday I would have another misfortune to look forward to. By the end of the year, my mother was furious. She had marched straight up to the Headmistresss office and I was giving the week off while the main culprits were temporarily suspended and given future detentions. This dissuaded many from picking on me, but intensified their dislike of me (especially those who had gotten in trouble thanks to my mother). Second year, most of it had died down, but to think it had ended there would be wishful thinking. Slowly, the girls began to pluck up their courage again to get back at me. So finally, for my seventh year, my parents moved me back to England, and to Hogwarts. At first, exuberance. I would finally be away from Beauxbatons and everyone in it! But as I was walking to the Gryffindor table, I remembered Id have to share my shame in not being able to perform magic with them. I received a couple pats on the back and

congratulations, but I felt sick. Once they found out, they would surely wish I had been forced onto another house. Well that was rather short. Anyways, I hope from this chapter that you know whether or not you want to continue reading, and if you do then tell me!

Sirius/Ambrosia
Chapter Two Magically Challenged

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I had already woken up and practiced my form for maybe thirty minutes when Lily Evans walked down the stairs. What are you doing? she asked me, sitting in the armchair closest to me. I closed my eyes, rolling them under my heavy lids, feeling bothered with the fact that I could lie. I sighed. But lying wouldnt work, she was the first person who had approached me and I could tell she wanted very much for us to be friends. And I wanted us to be friends. I want my form to be perfect, so I practice every day. I-I want every swish, every flick, every loop to be perfect. Because I cant actually I trailed off, looking down at my hands. My mouth had opened, but the words were caught in my throat. do magic Well it seems I have some competition now, she mused. No, no not really. You honestly have nothing to be afraid of. But I laughed it off and went of to breakfast with her. We were probably of the first to finish our breakfasts, and we stood to leave. Lily had been going off about the start of the new school year and spewing tips I really should have been listening to. However, as we passed through the entrance, a group of rowdy boys entered and I found my eyes glued to one of theirs. His laugh had dropped away and for that second, he stared back at me with an intensity I had never experienced before. I tore my eyes away, smoothing down the front of my skirt, I shakily interrupted Lily to ask, Those people we passed Theyre in our year, arent they? Lily turned her head back sharply and surprised me with a snort. Who knew? Lily Evans snorting! Oh them, she said contemptuously, The marauders. Who? I said, immensely confused. The Marauders? Sounded like a horrible type of mold Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, Sirius Black, and James Potter, she said with vehement. I raised an eyebrow. Troublemakers. Well not Remus. Hes the only thing that is keeping them in check. Peters a shy boy really and only does what Black and Potter says. I nodded, climbing up the stone stairway alongside her. Then theres Black. I reckon youll be seeing a bit of him. Hes messed around with more than half of the girls in our school, and I dont doubt that hell try to charm you as well.

Oh really? Well he can try, I laughed, cracking a smile at Lily who was a couple steps ahead of me. It was odd, very odd. I had made my first female friend since I started schooling in Beauxbatons and was feeling the same comfortableness I used to only feel around family or the neighborhood boys I hung out with during the summer. Oh yeah, and lastly, theres Potter, she shuddered and rolled her eyes. It kind of looked like she was having a seizure. As we reached the top landing she continued, Insufferable, bone-headed moron ever to attend Hogwarts! she screwed up her face as if she could smell an unpleasant wafting odor and put her books down. Is he really that bad? Yes! Honestly, he never stops badgering me! Its a wonder he ever has the chance to draw breath, she said in exasperation, and.. and Her face turned beet red and I may be exaggerating, but steam seemed to spout out of her ears. Hes always pestering me to go out with him, she quivered in quiet anger. For how long? I asked, grinning, resisting the urge to wiggle my eyebrows. Oh, I dont know, Lily said. She fixed her books and ink bottle so they lined up perfectly, About six years? My eyebrows had shot up into my forehead, but Lily had already turned her attention away to the front of the room as students started to slowly trickle into the classroom. Lilykins! I swiveled to see one of the Marauders with his eyes fixed on Lily. Mine slid to the boy sitting beside him, the one that had caught my attention when exiting the Great Hall. He shot me a beautiful and lazy smile and I gulped, feeling suddenly uncomposed, my fingers twitching nervously. James Potter, the other boy said after finally realizing I was there, holding his hand out for me to shake. I snapped over to face him and stuck out my own hand to receive his. Er, Ambrosia Emerson, I replied, for he had seemed nice enough. My eyes trailed over to Lily curiously, but she was still facing the front with a set look on her face. Well, if you want, me and Sirius here can give you a tour of the castle, special treat of the marauders, he said jovially, then added, Lily can come too if she wants. She knows we know more about the castle than any student or teacher at Hogwarts.

Lily scoffed, finally turning around. Oh please, youre so full of yourself, Potter. James friendly smile faltered and he looked a bit downcast and slightly lost. Um, yeah sure, definitely! I said, nodding, Itll be fun. Right Lily? I elbowed Lily. She gave a myeh sound, jotting down a couple of notes. I looked back over at Sirius hesitantly and found myself not able to look away. AMBROSIA! Lily snapped. I blinked and turned abruptly, to face the front where Professor Clementine stood, looking at me expectantly. Uh what? I asked, dumbly. I heard Sirius snigger behind me. If you know so much about melting charms, then you can demonstrate to us your extensive knowledge on this subject. Professor Clementine said, expectantly, Please, go ahead. He walked up and placed a small sugar cube on my desk for me to demonstrate on. I stared at it for a while, then people began to whisper. Lily gave me an encouraging nod. Moltiatre! I said clearly, perfect pronunciation, perfect form. Nothing happen. Obviously. I blink slowly, inhaling heavily before I tried again, moltiatre. Again, nothing. I exhaled, humiliated. I-I cant do it professor, I said, teeth gritted, I cant do magic. The class started talking, and the Professor had to yell for them to quiet down. Nonsense, nonsense! Youre a witch, youve been accepted into our highly prestigious school for magic. Im sure youre just being a little hard on yourself, Professor Clementine assured me, Youve been placed in a whole new environment, Im sure it was just nerves. I shook my head. If only it were true. I havent been able to do magic for nearly five years, I confessed. A couple of people gasped, and several more laughed, thinking this was some joke. Lily stared at me, looking shell shocked. So are you a squib? one person asked. No, silly, she just said, another interjected, that her magic stopped five years ago. It was there at one point. Squibs are born without magic, stupid. I bent my head, embarrassed. It took a while before class resumed its teachings, yet people were still shooting me nervous glances as if my loss of magic was some disease. I was a bit scared to look at Lily. I wanted her to not care, but was too afraid to find out right now. I scribbled down random

notes, not really paying attention and when class was let out, I hastened to leave, while leaving everyone else behind. Or so I thought. Lily had raced after me and grabbed my arm, whipping me around to face her. Ambrosia! Slow down! Lily, let go. I dont want to explain, I said, exhausted. Lily let go, but still hurried after me. Yeah, alright, she said, But If youre skipping class, you better be prepared to have me tagging along. I huffed, but was secretly grateful for having her talk some sense into me. Skiving off classes on the first day? Mother would go mad. When we arrived at our next class, Divination, all but a few seats had been taken and unfortunately, there were no open seats that were next to each other. I shuffled through the room, trying to make it to the back when I was yanked down into poufy stool next to Sirius Black. When he didnt release my hand, I pulled away, confused as to why he still had that smirk on his face. Settle down, the teacher called, Well be starting right away from where we left off last year, in palmistry. Partner up, and consult your books. Any questions, just come up and ask. I looked back at Sirius as he took my hand again and began interpreting my future. He slowly ran his finger from my grandmothers old ring then down along my line of heart and I tugged my hand away, curling my fingers in to form a fist with my hand. It tickled. Stop that! Im just trying to read your future! he susurrated. Fine, I stammered, letting him take my hand again. After a minute of him flipping through his book he whispered, Youre going to meet a tall handsome stranger today and fall hopelessly in love with him. I paused for a moment. Thats hogwash- I stopped when I realized how close together out faces were. What are- He had leaned in even closer so I moved back. I guess Lily was spot-on about your reputation as a whorehound, I said, outraged. I had never been subject to boys and their attractions. When I went to Beauxbatons there hadnt been any boys. Other than that, there were the guys I had hung out with in the summer, but I had grown up with them and our friendship was purely platonic. I softened my glare. Im sorry. I didnt mean to say that, I murmured, tucking a piece of

hair behind my ear and looking around at a couple of people who had been listening in on our conversation and watching. No, and you probably shouldnt have, he said, but he was still smiling, So you can make it up to me tonight by accepting that offer on James and I giving you and Lily a tour of the castle. That evening, I dragged Lily out into the Gryffindor common room where Sirius and James stood waiting for us. Unbeknownst to me, my great mistake of the year was letting Sirius Black orchestrate the tour.. Okay, so Im finally done with this chapter and Im very excited for the next chapter. Its really where everything starts and if it turns out good, hopefully its an omen that the rest will follow in the same fashion.

Sirius/Ambrosia
Chapter Three Sweet Merlin

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With his arm snaked around my waist, he dragged me all across the castle with James and Lily close behind. Lily hadnt said a word to James, regardless of his efforts. I stiffened a yawn as Sirius brought me to a sudden halt. He jogged up and down the corridor a three times before I noticed a door appear beside me. Sirius opened it and held the door open for me, leaving Lily and James to follow. This is the room of requirement! he announced in a stately manner, motioning towards the piles and piles of stuff. Follow me, he said, pulling me by the hand through narrow lanes of more junk. Sirius! Ambrosia! I heard Lily holler, but we were already so far ahead of them. I was wondering if wed even be able to find our way back when we stumbled into a little alcove and Siriuss hand fell from mine. Nice ring, he mentioned. I glanced down at my hand before realizing that when he let go hed slipped off my grandmothers ring. Give that back! Its not just any ring! I exclaimed crossly. I stepped forward. I hid it, he said, suddenly business-like, gesturing to the piles of stuff around us and looking happy with himself. I charged forward angrily and he backed away, tripping over a few things on the ground before stopping firmly and meeting me with a steely look of his own. Tell me why you cant do magic. You arent a squib, so theres got to be some reason, he said, calmly, Answer my question and Ill give it back, just like that. I dont know why. Just give me my ring back, I said, scoffing. I waited for him to start acting sensible, but he just crossed his arms. Rolling my eyes, I started riffling through everything at a frantic pace. Well then why did you leave Beauxbatons? Sirius asked, then drawled, I just want to know more about you. Havent had something new in decades. I whipped my head around to look at him in disgust. I was about to utter a well deserved are you kidding me? when the teapot I had just stuck my hand into to check for my ring bit me. Thats right. It bit me. I drew my hand out with a gasp of surprise. Was there something in the teapot? I sucked on the wound grimly and glared up at Sirius. Sirius peeked in the teapot and pulled out a small slip of parchment. I stood up and snatched it from him, unfolding it to read what was written inside.

If you are reading this now, you have already reached your hand into my teapot and the blood binding spell has been activated. I, Merlin Ambrosius, enchanted this teapot with an advanced magic that I practically and literally poured a piece of my life into. The terms of this blood binding spell are as follows; seven papers will appear one after the other with a task inscribed on each. If these tasks are not completed by the end of the year, severe consequences will be sure to follow. I am sure you are wondering what they are, but Ill just leave that to your imagination. What. The heck. Merlin? Why would anyone go through all the trouble of enchanting a teapot to do this? Sirius read the note over my shoulder then started giggling. Why was he giggling? It was a weird giggle. A man giggle. I whirled around and shot angrily, Do you find this funny? The tasks could be anything! What if one tells me to kill someone or blow up the school?! I was downcast, kicking a few objects that were on the ground, and wishing Sirius would just disappear for a moment. Well why dont you look in the teapot and find out? Sirius put in, speaking as if I were a kindergartener. I stiffened before reaching over to the teapot and taking a tiny scrawl of parchment that hadnt been there before. Task One: Spank the person closest to you. I looked over to Sirius who was standing there looking bored and cringed. I read the note over again. Wow, Merlin was officially a pervert. I looked back to Sirius after giving the teapot a nasty glare, stuffing the note in my pocket. What? What did it say? Sirius asked. N-nothing. Lets just get out of here already, I spluttered, grabbing the teapot and walking behind Sirius, still in shock. And I had thought murder was bad. So I decided that I dont really care how long chapters are. Chapters that are shorter will probably be followed by another chapter in a shorter amount of time so either way, youre not getting

less I guess? I just reached the last sentence of the chapter and decided that was the place that I wanted the chapter to end at. Oh, also, I dont necessarily update after Ive finished writing each chapter. I update in groups of chapters so that if theres something I wrote recently that needs to change a bit I can still do that. So thats why I will be updating maybe 2 or 3 chapters in the span of one day.

Sirius/Ambrosia
Chapter Four You, Me, and Merlin.

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A/N: Sirius had to kind of be a jerk for this all to happen. Hes not really a jerk/at least he wont always be one, hes just not used to having to work hard to charm girls because he just gets them just because he is Sirius Black. But Ambrosia will probably change that maybe *giggles and runs away* The next morning in the class, I was clearly still devastated. From the things Sirius had said, to the things he did, to Merlins teapot biting me, yesterday definitely couldve been better. He sat next to me earlier in the morning and acted as if last night hadnt happened, which sent me into an irritated silence. What happened in the room of requirement? Lily asked, prodding at the plant we were supposed to be working on for Herbology. Im guessing it was Sirius, so what did the genius do this time? He took my grandmothers ring, which I still dont have back, and told me hed only return it when I told him why I left Beauxbatons or why I cant do magic, I ranted, biting my lip. Then, I lowered my voice to a whisper and told her about the teapot. Lilys eyes went as large as saucepans when I told her my first task. I couldnt even look at Sirius anymore without the teapots words playing over in my head. So are you going to do it? Lily asked. I guess I kind of have to, I murmured, still feeling petrified at the thought of having to spank Sirius, or anyone, for that matter. Well when are you going to go through with it? Uh I dont know. I really wish I could forget about it all for the time being, I said, massaging my temples. Mother had already written to me twice since the school year had started. The first time to ask how I was faring at Hogwarts, the second a panicked letter asking why my reply had been so short. But honestly, what was I supposed to tell her? That I had been doomed by an enchanted teapot? The whole circumstance sounded silly beyond measure. Hello, James said walking around the table, and Lily rolled her eyes. What a tosser, said the look she was giving me. The corners of my mouth twitched upward.

What are you doing over at our table? I asked, eyebrows raised. I actually liked James quite a lot for he was very funny and was easy to talk to. Lily thought I was nuts for enjoying his company, but she was a little nuts herself. I was working with Longbottom, so we got done early. Have you asked Sirius for my ring? I inquired insistently. Jamess face fell. Um yeah, yeah I did. No luck. He said if you want it back youll have to man up and ask him yourself. I punctured my plant with the gardening spear and it opened at last. I looked over to where Sirius was working. Or rather, where he should have been working. Instead, he was shamelessly flirting with some girl. What a shameless slut. Does he bounds when it comes to female species? I said softly, more to myself than them. In fact, I hadnt expected Lily or James to even hear what Id said. The words had slipped out regardless, and I paused; Lily and James sharing surprised looks. Then, James let out a laugh, one which quickly turned into a prodigious bellow that attracted the attention of the whole room. Even Sirius turned away from the girl he had been chatting up. I ducked my head down, hoping James would stop laughing and that people would go back to attending to their plants. I tugged on Jamess sleeve, willing him to stop as Sirius sat himself down next to us. So, he said, flipping his hair, whats going on? She called you a s- James began, before I smashed my hand against his mouth to shut him up. It was nothing. Lily told a funny joke, I said, solemnly. Well Id love to hear it, Sirius said, eyes narrowed. I exhaled. First, Sirius, I want my ring back Please. Sure you can have it back, Sirius said, and I waited a few seconds, but he just added, later tonight. Were having a little party in the kitchens. If you both come, Ill give it back. I gripped my wand angrily, though an empty threat, lightly jabbing Sirius in the side with it. We wont be going. Lily and I stepped into the kitchens, and upon first sight of James, Sirius, and Peter, cringed. They were sitting amongst a large group of girls. Did they seriously just Girls were fawning over them and they were enjoying it immensely.

Lily! James said, jerking up to greet us. You made it! Well hello to you too, James, I said, acting affronted, then I directed my attention to Sirius. The ring? Later, right now you have to try some of this. Sirius tried sticking the piece of cake he had on his fork into my mouth. The other girls gave me scathing looks which I flinched at, mouth pressed into a thin line. He continued prodding my mouth with the fork. Will you stop tha- I started angrily, and he took this opening to shove the bite into my mouth. I chewed, frustrated, before sitting down with all of the other girls. James tried to show off to Lily throughout the party. However, eating a whole cake in less than 5 minutes to impress a girl well Anyways, the girls kept on complimenting Sirius, fluffing up his big giant ego or asking to play spin the bottle or truth or dare. I reluctantly agreed to playing truth or dare for the purpose of daring Sirius into giving me back my ring so that Lily and I could leeaaave already. Alright then, Sirius started, Ill ask first. Ambrosia. Truth or dare? Truth, I said, knowing I was dooming myself, but too chicken to let Sirius dare me. Why did you transfer to Hogwarts? I thought for a moment, before a small smile played on my lips. Because my family and I moved to England. Well then why did you move to England? Thats two questions, not one. My turn. Sirius truth or dare? I said, feeling triumphant. Truth. Dammit. Uh Oh! I know! Where is my ring? I internally patted myself on the back for that one. Simple. Its in my pants pocket. Okay, maybe I shouldnt have wasted my truth like that. Ambrosia, truth or dare, Sirius asked, with an evil glint in his eye. The girls let out ucks and various groans, disappointed that none of them were being called on. Dare! Go on a date with me to Hogsmeade, he smirked. Hogsmeade? I asked, faintly recalling Lily mentioning the name.

The wizarding village where students can go for weekend trips, Lily reminded me. The girls glowered at me and I squirmed in my seat and mumbled, Whatever. Truth or Dare? Dare. Give me my ring back immediately! I said happily, glad that he would no longer have any leverage against me. His smile had dropped off his face and he crossed his arms. No. What do you mean? You chose dare, I gave you a dare. You have to, I said, unamused and downcast. Shes right, mate, James said, backing me up. Well Im bored with this game. You people can continue without me, he said. Sirius, I demanded. This whole thing had been a scam. Sirius never had any intention of returning my ring. Well then why dont you come make me if you want it back so badly! he said, challengingly. I reluctantly tiptoed through about a billion girls and grabbed him, trying to get my ring back. He grunted as he attempted to squirm away. I grappled with his wizarding robes and managed to get them out of my way. However, he had begun to crawl away. Task One: Spank the person closest to you. Dont do it. You have to. Aghh no, hell think Im a pervert. Youre right, you really shouldnt. I took a guess at which pocket and brought my hand down to hit him. I had felt a small ring-like bump and slipping my hand into the pocket, I took out my grandmothers ring, slightly besmirched by its journey back to me. Did you just- he didnt even finish his sentence. The look of shock on his face was kind of adorable. Wait- what? Kinky, Emerson, very kinky. Oh, dont act like I wanted to, I huffed, reaching in the pocket of my robes, pulling out the crumpled paper, and tossing it at him. He unfurled the paper, read it, and blinked before grinning widely. You and I are going to have a ton of fun this year, Emerson. You, me, and Merlin, that is.

A/N: So, how was it? Im still trying to think up tasks hehe, Im not one for planning. I would appreciate suggestions. Oh, and the tasks are- in a more extreme scale (eventually) dares if that helps?? I dont know What am I doing? wpoeithwtlset

Sirius/Ambrosia
Chapter 5 - Should Have Been in Slytherin

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When I had woken up the next morning, I rolled over in my bed to come face to face with the teapot. Sitting up straight, I reached my hand inside to protract my new task. Task Two: Steal the Headmasters Phoenix. What? WHAT! Dumbledore owns a a phoenix? My mind was reeling. It was Saturday, so I ran down to the Great Hall where I guessed Lily would already be eating her breakfast and demanded for her to either deny or confirm the validity of Dumbledore owning a phoenix. I actually have never been in his office before, Lily said, shrugging, Maybe you can ask James or Sirius theyve been in there loads of times. I scowled, and she tittered happily, James it is then Unfortunately, James was at his Quidditch practice. Why anyone would hold a practice so early in the day, I didnt understand. Plus, James was the team captain, couldnt he hold the meeting later in the day? In Beauxbatons, there hadnt been enough girls signed up for teams so Quidditch had been cancelled, so I was intrigued to see the game in action. Two girls from our year slid in to sit down next to me, arranging various fruits onto their shiny plates. I was fairly certain I had seen them from the kitchen party, but it wasnt until one of them spoke before my suspicions were confirmed. I see youve attracted the attention of Sirius Black, she said sharply, cutting her fruit with her knife and fork into unnecessarily small pieces. My eyebrows knitted together. Uh, I- I seemed that I had taken too long to answer, for she went on as if I hadnt spoken at all, I wouldnt read too much into it. He may be gorgeous, athletic, and smart, but hes got the attention span of a fruit fly. Ill give it a day or two before he loses interest. Hmmm, was all I said, busy staring it my spoon avidly. Lily looked at the girl scathingly. Dont you talk? the girl said, leaning forward, too close for comfort. Lay off, Claire, or Ill dock points.

Hey, Im just letting her down easy. This is Sirius Black were talking about. She doesnt stand a chance. Whats more, hes already in a relationship, Claire said, sounding satisfied. She looked over at me, smiling, and I could tell she thought her words had stung me. She leant back in distaste when she realized they hadnt. I have a hard time believing that, Lily commented, passively, Whos the victim? Milana. Shes in Ravenclaw and her father works with the minister of magic, Claires friend blurted out, earning a look of disapproval from Claire for speaking out of turn. Lilys face scrunched up in dislike. Never mind, Lily said, They deserve each other. Claire nodded, under the impression that Lily was of the same mind as her. Shes gorgeous. So you see, Ambrosia, I was just looking out for you. Theres no way you can compete with that, she said, clearly referring to a girl who had just entered the hall and was walking past us to sit at her houses table. She had luminous dark brown hair, translucent skin, and piercing blue eyes. Her frame was tall and slender and she was clearly not lacking in looks. Her face was defined by high cheekbones and a naturally bored look which only added to her beauty. Claire ate some more of her fruit and Lily got up, so I stood to leave too. One more thing, Claire added, Sirius asking you to Hogsmeade? Well, Ive already informed Milana and she didnt seem too happy about it. Youre not mad at me for telling her, are you? I mean, shes his girlfriend, she deserves to know everything that goes on between you and Sirius. I dont reply, I just followed Lily, who was absolutely seething, out of the Great Hall. One day, everyones going to realize just how transparent that girl is. What a piece of work! At least Milana has him and not her, though Milana is not much better. Honestly, Sirius seems to happen to pick the most infuriating sexual conquests. We exited the castle, moving through the grounds towards the pitch, the bright Saturday morning light shining in our eyes. Milana Swanson, Lily mumbled, Shes the epitome of charming until there isnt a boy in sight. Then, shes downright condescending. The only reason Claire doesnt badmouth her is because she fears Milana. The suck up. We arrived at the pitch to see them touch down onto the ground.

Come to see us practice? James asked Lily, flashing her a smile. No. Im accompanying Ambrosia. James, I need to ask you something, I blurted out, inviting James to walk near one end of the pitch, away from the rest of the team. I didnt want them listening in, especially Sirius. You know hes going to tell him everything anyways, right? Lily murmured to me, They probably sit on their beds, braiding each others hair, and swapping secrets. Oi! Im standing right here! James protested, puffing out his chest. Right, James, I wanted to know if its true that Dumbledore owns a phoenix. Oh, Fawkes. Yeah, he does. Might I ask why youve inquired about Dumbledores pet bird? James nudged. What about Dumbledores pet bird? Sirius asked, having approached us after he finished changing. I could smell his aftershave and had the fleeting urge to bury my face in his neck. I shook my head before looking up at Sirius, who smirked. Nothing, I said, stubbornly, Ill see you later, James Lily I set off. Not five seconds later, I noticed footsteps from behind me. My mouth pressed into a thin line, I didnt look back. I sped up in hopes of losing him. He adjusted to my speed, jogging up to walk beside me. Are you still mad at me for taking your ring? I didnt answer, and he went on, You dont have to be mad at every little thing, you know. It was just a ring. Maybe to you, was all I said. My attempts to walk faster failed as he could easily catch up with his longer legs. We entered the cool building. To be honest, I had no idea where I was, but I kept of walking in the hopes that Sirius would give up and go away. What is it that youre so scared of? Sirius said, changing direction. He stepped out in front of me and for a moment I just glared at him. Are you, he took a step forward, closing the space between us, scared? I could feel his shuddery breath on my lips; my own breathing erratic and unsteady as well. His lips met mine and I sighed, his feet shuffling forward with my own until my back hit the wall softly. I had momentarily lost all sense, but part of my brain was begging me to stop so I pushed away. He growled, ignoring

the hand that was putting pressure on his chest. He has a girlfriend. Lilys words also echoed in my head, Sirius seems to happen to pick the most infuriating sexual conquests. Was that what I was? I pushed him away urgently, running out of the corridor. Some Gryffindor you are, I thought, Running away like that Should have been in Slytherin. Please R&R, even if its just a quick thumbs up or thumbs down? It would mean a lot.

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In the next week, Sirius and I had been avoiding each other Well, it wasnt very hard, for he had his face buried in Milana Swansons every time I saw him and I couldnt even look at him for more than five seconds without guilt flooding my face. Surprisingly, a new fixture in my life was Claire, who enjoyed gossiping and insulting me in her own small ways. Always with her was her friend, whose name I learn was Rita (A/N well now you know). At first, I had felt sorry for her; Claire was always bossing her around. However, I soon learned that Rita Skeeter was possibly even more sour than Claire. She would have been far worse if she wasnt always so busy writing in that journal of hers. Today, Claire was skimming through her magazine of Witch Weekly, commenting on the articles, herself, and unfortunately me. You could be pretty if you tried, Ambrosia, she added, wistfully. Uh Thanks? Coming from Claire, I suppose thats the closest thing to a compliment Ill ever get from her. She wasnt ever exactly nice to me, but I could tell she was being nicer, especially since Sirius and I hadnt spoken for nearly a week. Oh god, here she is, Claire muttered, scrunching up her hair as she eyeballed Milana, who had been led to the Gryffindor table by Sirius. She laughed coldly and threw her head back, her long dark hair cascading down her back. I doubt any girl could suppress the twinge of jealousy playing in their stomachs and for that terrible moment, I felt just like any other Sirius Black fan girl. I love her outfit, Claire said, aggressively. She often spoke about Milana in a love-hate way. Shes just wearing the school uniform, I said, confused. But just the way shes wearing it Claire sighed. I shot Claire an odd look, but deep down, I knew what she meant. Urgh, I hated where this day was going. Well I think her skirt is way too high. Why dont any of the teachers say something? I said, furrowing my eyebrows. Her father is the minister of magic Anyways, maybe you should try wearing your uniform more Er you look homeless. Maybe wear a blouse

your size? You look like a baggy shapeless blob, Claire said. The sad thing is, she was trying to be helpful. Worse still, Im fairly certain that Claire had become my second actual friend in Hogwarts, excluding James. Theyre never going to work, Lily said, plopping down next to Claire. Claire raised her eyebrow doubtfully, and Lily continued, Come on. Shes from a family of power, a pureblood, well-mannered, manipulative everything Walburga and Orion Black want in a daughter-in-law. Sirius would never get serious with her for the sole reason that it goes against his spite towards them. We werent sitting too far away from them and I think Milana heard Lily, because she sent her a devastating glare before getting up to sit by us. Hello, Claire, Lily, she said, before turning to me. Youre new. Milana Swanson, she said, holding out her hand, daintily. I shook it, answering, Ambrosia Emerson. She sized me up before taking a handful of grapes and looking at my plate of sticky pancakes distastefully. I heard you transferred from Beauxbatons. Why did you leave? She smiled softly, and I narrowed my eyes at her open cleverness. Manipulative little brat. Funny, I said, Sirius asked me the same thing. Her eyes flashed dangerously. Oh, my Sirius? I dont know what got into me, I must have felt over-defensive, because I replied heatedly, Your Sirius? I wasnt aware that Sirius belongs to you. I thought he was a coherent human being with civil rights, not a thoughtless clone. Milana choked on a grape at this, her hand flying to her long neck. Lily smirked and Claire stared at me with a look of respect, shock, and disapproval. Sirius came over to walk Milana to class and Milana sent me an unsure look of victory before hopping out of her seat to link arms with Sirius. Are you crazy? Claire whisper-yelled once the couple had left. I dont know, I said slowly. Well need more people, James said, We need at least two more. One to stall, and another to warn us if anyones coming. Then, theres us three to get Fawkes. We were in History of Magic Class, taking notes and talking about our plans to get in the Headmasters office. Alright. Peter can be the lookout and Remus can be the staller, I said, nonchalantly.

Remus wont play any part in this. We need Sirius, James insisted. Fine, Lily said, crossing her arms, I guess it makes sense. Sirius already knows about the teapot, so we dont need to re-evaluate him. I bit my tongue, halting any protesting words that mightve slipped out. And how are we going to get in, anyways? We dont know the password. Sirius and I have been in the headmasters office loads of times, itll be easy to guess the password. He mostly does names of sweets, James reassured me. Blister pops? James asked, shrugging. Sugared Shamrocks? Lily put in. Cinnamon Cigars! Morphing Melts! Canary Cream! Ice Mice! I tried, but to no avail, before I felt a hand on my shoulder and I jumped. Expecting Dumbledore, I was mildly relieved to see that it was just Sirius. What are you doing here? I asked, Shouldnt you be out there in case Professor Dumbledore shows up? Well Sirius trailed off, I bribed peeves to come tell us if anyone was heading towards this part of the castle But why are you up here? Hes coming up from the kitchens. Do you have the password yet? We have to go, Sirius said, irritated. Crap, Lily said, wringing her hands and starting to panic, Uh, oh I know! Peppermint Humbugs! The door swung open, and we let out a quick victorious shout before running up the stairs to the office of Professor Dumbledore. Upon spotting a pot of ashes, I peered over the edge to see a small fledgling staring back at me with wide eyes. Scooping it up from its throne of ashes, it chirped happily. I tucked it into the big pockets of my robes before we hurried out, hearing footsteps coming down the corridor. We have to split up, James said, grabbing Lily and Peter and pulling them along the corridor to our left. I broke into a sprint, going the opposite way, hoping that someway, somehow, wed get away with this. This way, Sirius said, lifting a tapestry to reveal a secret passageway to merlin knows where. We walked quickly into the depths of the winding passage before stopping to catch our breath on the other side. Do you think the others got away? I asked, looking up at Sirius.

Sirius grunted, before walking off into the dark. Not knowing where I was, I followed him quickly. Hey! I exclaimed, Where are you going? Back, he said. To.. the.. common room? He shrugged and kept on walking. It was like dj vu, except

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There are ten tasks. After each task is completed, a new slip of parchment appears. Skinny dip in the Black Lake Make it from your common room to the greenhouse in just your bra Let __ unbreakable vow you Get Married