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Chapter 32

A Similarity

Harry wasn't talking to anyone. He told me what happened, but that was it. He'd seen mum and James. I walked up to the Astronomy tower and looked out towards the lake.

"Thought I might find you up here."

I looked over my shoulder at Draco. There was a sad smile on his face. He came over and stood beside me.

"So what happens now?" he asked.

I sighed.

"I don't know."

He put his arm around my shoulders and I leaned into him.

"We'll be alright." He said.

I desperately wished I could believe him.

"Hey."

I looked at him. He smiled and kissed my cheek. I smiled and kissed his lips.

Snape's POV (This will happen at the end of each book/movie)

I sat in my office alone. The dark lord was back and I knew that he might use my Lily to get to her brother. I couldn't lose her! I couldn't lose her like I lost her mother. I took a deep breath and rolled up my sleeve. It was still there, and I hated it! I hated myself for being stupid enough to let it be put there in the first place. Perhaps if I hadn't… maybe her mother would still be alive. Things were beginning to go dark, just like last time. As for Potter, I knew things were only going to get worse for the boy. And I knew Lily would do anything to help him. There were times I wondered if I should have just taken her and run. Go into hiding. Send her to Beauxbatons. I knew it was too late to run now, and she would never leave. I stood up and walked out the door. Diggory had been a good student and from what I'd seen, a very loyal friend. It wasn't right that his life had ended before it had truly begun. I saw Draco and my daughter walking down the hall. He held her hand as they walked silently.

"Lily."

She turned and they stopped.

"I'll see you later." Draco told her.

She nodded and he left. I decided to try something.

"Lily, we're leaving."

"What do you mean?"

"We're moving to France."

Her eyes widened.

"What?"

"It's not safe here anymore."

"I'm not leaving. I won't leave Draco and Harry behind. I won't leave my friends behind. You always taught me to stand my ground. To never run away. I'm not running away, daddy. That's not the way you raised me. I'm disappointed you would think that way."

I sighed.

"I thought so. Very well I-"

There was a loud smash and Lily ran towards it.

Lily's POV

Draco and my brother were fighting again.

"Stop!"

I ran forward and got between them.

"Stop it!"

I pushed them apart and glared at them both.

"I'm sick of this! Grow up! Both of you are important to me. But if you keep this up my father might get involved. And we both know he's not as lenient as I am."

"He's not your father! He's a death eater, Lily! James Potter is your father!"

"Jealous that she has one, Potter?" Draco snapped.

"DRACO!"

He shut his mouth and I saw the regret, but that wouldn't stay my anger. I looked a Harry.

"Yes, Severus Snape was a death eater. And Severus Snape is my father. He's a great father and a good man. I'm tired of you speaking ill of him. You're my brother Harry and I love you. But he's my father and I love him. James Potter may be my blood father, but he could never be my dad. He may have given his life for us but he was a bully. Now I want you two to leave each other alone. If you don't I'll make sure you never do again."

Harry glared at me.

"Well there's one thing you two have in common. Both have you have cruel men for fathers. And death eaters too."

Then I did something that broke my heart. I punched my brother in the face.

"Lily no!"

Draco grabbed me as I went to swing again.

"Stop! He's still your brother." He said.

I pushed Draco off and tears welled in my eyes. When I turned I saw my father standing there. I couldn't read his expression.

"Draco, Lily go."

I shook my head.

"It's the last day of term dad. Just leave him alone, for me." I said.

His eyes went to Harry.

"Very well. But only this once."

He turned and walked away. I looked at Harry once more before taking Draco away.

"How dare you say something like that to him!" I said.

"Lily I'm sorry. I wish I could take it back!"

A tear rolled down my cheek.

"I don't know if sorry will be enough this time."

He seemed a bit scared now.

"Are you saying you don't want to be together?"

"No, of course not. But Draco how could you say something so cold?"

He didn't answer. I sighed and shook my head.

"Look, I just need to be alone for the day. I'll see you before we leave school. And don't go getting into another fight with Harry."

"I promise."

I nodded and walked away. I wouldn't be able to protect them from my father for much longer. Not if they kept acting like that.

Towards the end of the day, everyone gathered in the great hall. I sat with Luna, I didn't want to be around Harry or Draco.

"Are you alright?" she whispered.

I didn't answer and she didn't pry.

"Today, we acknowledge a really terrible loss. Cedric Diggory was, as you all know, exceptionally hard working, intricately fair minded, and most importantly a fierce, fierce friend. I think therefore you have the right to know exactly how he died. You see, Cedric Diggory was murdered by Lord Voldemort. The Ministry of Magic does not wish me to tell you this."

I smirked. Dumbledore always played by his own rules.

"But not to do so I think would be an insult to his memory. Now the pain we all feel at this dreadful loss reminds me, reminds us that though we may come from different places and speak in different tongues our hearts beat as one. In light of recent events the bonds of friendship we made this year will be more important than ever. Remember that and Cedric Diggory will not have died in vain, you remember that. And we'll celebrate a boy who was kind and honest, brave and true right to the very end." he said.

I hadn't known Cedric well, but he was a good person. He was always telling other students not to wear the Potter stinks badges. And he'd been a good quidditch player. I walked outside and sat in the courtyard. After a while the others came out. Everyone was saying their goodbyes. I saw Fleur and Gabrielle each give Ron a kiss. I smirked and shook my head. I almost missed the kiss between Krum and Hermione, and it was not just a friendly kiss. Good for her.

Draco's POV

I didn't regret what I'd said to Potter, I regretted that I'd said it in front of Lily. I hated Potter! He couldn't accept that Lily had a loving father. Just because he didn't like the man! Sure, Snape could be somewhat of a bully, but anyone could see he loved his only daughter. I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself.

Harry's POV

I felt absolutely terrible. I'd lashed out at one of the only people who'd always been there for me no matter what. My own sister. I kicked the bedpost and then sat on the bed. I had to find her and apologize.

Lily's POV

I sat alone on the train for half the ride until Harry knocked on the door.

"Hey. Do you mind?"

I shook my head and he sat down across from me.

"Lily I'm so sorry. I never should've said something like that to you."

I looked out the window.

"Why did you do it?"

"I don't know. I was just so angry. And I know that's not an excuse."

I looked back at him.

"I forgive you."

He smiled in relief and I hugged him.

"We're family, Harry. Twins. We always have to stick together. I'll always forgive you. You can always count on me. I'll be there for you, always."

"I love you, Lily. Thank you."

"I love you too, little brother."

He sat back and arched his brow.

"Little?"

"Dad told me I was twelve minutes older."

He rolled his eyes and I laughed.

"I know you hate him. I don't know why, but please… for me, try and keep your comments to yourself."

"Promise."

I smiled and nodded.