Chapter 3

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Severus returned hand in hand with Lily after a fantastic hour in the park together. They were welcomed by Lily's mum.

"Wow, your timing is perfect . I was just about to serve dinner. Sit down, both of you" Scarlett said.

"Thanks again, Mrs Evans," Severus said. Lily led him to the dining room, which, despite being moderately sized, was beautifully adorned. They took seats next to each other, and were soon joined by Jack and Scarlett, who served dinner; spaghetti Bolognese. Everyone was now seated, and were enjoying the food immensely. Severus could not remember himself enjoy food this much in a lifetime.

Jack began the conversation, "How long have you been together, may I ask?"

Lily answered "Just a week. But its been amazing so far."

"Im so very happy for both of you, " Scarlett said.

They continued talking, mostly about Hogwarts- Lily's parents were still very curious about the place. Lily suddenly remembered something.

"Where's Petunia?"

There was an awkward silence. Scarlett spoke abruptly "Well, she wanted to spend some time with her friends this holidays."

"She doesn't want to come because Im here, doesn't she" Lily said, reading into the situation.

"Lily…" Scarlett began

"Mum. Its ok. Ive learnt to accept she doesn't like me. I can live with it. Besides, I have Severus." Severus put a hand on her arm.

"Its not that she doesn't like you. She's just….jealous. Its common. Don't worry about her, she'll come around soon."

Dinner ended soon afterwards, and Severus and Lily walked to Lily's room, shutting the door behind them. Severus suddenly threw his arms around Lily, hugging her tightly.

"Oh Lily…I love you so much. Thank you so much for everything you've given me. Im honest in saying I cannot live without you, " Severus said, his eyes becoming watery. He was living his wildest dream, being with Lily. Lily hugged him back more tightly.

"Come Severus, we'll sleep here. I know my parents wanted us to sleep separately, but I want you with me, out of love." Lily said, taking his wrist.

"I'll get changed, just wait a second," Lily said, as she walked into the walk- in robe, shutting the door behind her. Severus quickly changed into his pyjamas, and Lily prompty came out, her hair out, in a beautiful nightdress.

They lay down, as Lily began to kiss him, even more passionately this time than ever before. Severus held her small frame in his arms, and kissed her back fiercely, feeling full of pleasure and pure love. He wanted to make this perfect for her…

Severus woke up, and looked at the clock beside him, which read 6:00 am. He looked at Lily, whose beautiful dark red hair was spread across his chest, and contemplated just how fantastic the experience felt. He had to got up, without awaking Lily, slipped on his pyjamas, and looked outside to watch dawn approach through the window. But then he saw an owl flying to the window, unlike any other owl he had seen before, distinctly different to his own owl which was situated in the room down the hallway. It was dark black, and was carrying a letter in its claws.

He opened the window and the owl sat on the ledge, as he read the letter

Dear Severus

Hope the holidays have treated you well. Mulciber told me that you have been spending less time with him these days, but he is not sure why, and hopes that the rumors that you are going out with a mudblood are not true. I would never believe a rumor like that about you if I heard it from anyone, its impossible for someone like you to stoop so low.

Anyway the reason why I sent this was because I would like to initiate you to the Death Eaters. Three of your friends have already joined. They haven't acquired the dark mark yet, but they will after they have proven themselves. I feel you will be a valuable asset to the Dark Lord, and he agrees, as he has heard about your talent in Potions and the Dark Arts.

I will come to your house to pick you up in two days for an early initiation these holidays. Mulciber has told me your address, but he is surprised to find that you haven't responded to any of his mail. My owl is far more intelligent, and if you are reading this, he has obviously found you and your location, so I will come to wherever you are in two days. Sounds good?

Yours sincerely,

Lucius Malfoy

Severus was so absorbed and shocked by the letter he didn't even notice Lily's hand on his as he read the letter, who was wearing her beautiful nightdress. Tears were silently pouring down her face.

"Don't worry Sev," she said. "We just have to think….."