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She's Only Potter's Sister	By : queenofthediamonddogs Category: HP Canon Characters paired with Original Characters > Het - Male/Female Views: 3975 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 3
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Chapter List
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Chapter 37: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

N.E.W.T's were drawing closer and closer for the seventh year students. As always, Lily was getting stressed and taking it out on those near to her. Everyone knew to stay away from her. Only one person was brave enough and that was Remus because he was exactly the same. Snapping at anyone nearby who disturbed his studying.

James and Sirius were very relaxed with their studies. In fact, they had not even started to study. The Quidditch final was drawing nearer and they were both determined to win the cup in their last year of school. James was stressing on the team to train as much as he could. “Shut up, James!” May shouted at her brother as he gave the team a pep talk before the game. “We know what to do! The Slytherins will be brutal but we can face it!”

“May's right.” Archie, a sixth year and chaser, spoke confidently. “We've been training for weeks.”

“You've got to be on your guard.” James pleaded with them. “We need to be 50 points up before you can catch the snitch.” He looked at his sister.

“Bloody hell, James! I know!” May groaned in frustration and stood up, her broom in her hand. “Let's just get this show on the road.” Everyone stood up and they began to file out of the changing room.

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May had been right. The Slytherins were brutal from the start. She counted 10 bludgers hit her way within 4 minutes of the game. She changed her position. She flew high above the pitch but it did not stop the Slytherin beaters. She flew close to Sirius. “Do your job! They're killing me! In about 10 minutes, I think they literally will kill me.” Turning a sharp right as a bludger flew close to them.

Sirius growled and chased after the bludger. “That's my girlfriend, you bastard!” He aimed the bludger at another Slytherin player.

Gryffindor were in the lead 30 – 10. “Come on guys.” May muttered herself as she watched the game but also kept an eye out for the snitch. She knew the Slytherin seeker was tailing her. He was useless. Too lazy to do his job. The Gryffindor, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff stands cheered loudly. “40 – 10.” She muttered to herself as she circled the pitch. “Come on! Come on!” She continued to mutter to herself as she circled the pitch. She wished she was playing chaser today and not have to worry about the fate of the game being on her shoulders. Cheers erupted in the stadium. 50 – 10. Now she could start a proper search.

She flew high above the stadium. The Slytherin seeker not too far behind. “Where are you?” She spoke to herself. As she searched desperately for the snitch. Cheers again. 60 – 10 now. She could see it. It flew just above the Slytherin middle post. She flattened herself onto her broom and sped towards the other end of the pitch. Her opponent was close behind her. It was going to be dangerous. The keeper was getting ready for her. The snitch was still in one place. Her arm out in front of her, she got closer and closer. The wind rushing past her ears. She quickly dove when a bludger came zooming towards her. Her eyes remained fixed on the snitch. “Yes.” She groaned as she wrapped her hands around it. She tightened her grip around it just in time as two bodies collided with her.

Screams filled the stadium as May was unseated from her broom and fell fast to the ground. She clawed at the air with one hand as if it would save her from falling. It didn't and no one reached her in time as she hit the sand hard. The whole stadium was silent apart from James and Sirius screaming May's name as they reached the ground and jumped off their brooms. “MAY!” Kneeling next to her, once they were at her side.

“Don't touch her!” Madam Hooch shouted at them as she dismounted her broom and knelt next to May. “Miss Potter? Miss Potter?” She took out her wand and waved it over May, who woke up quickly. “Stay still.” The Quidditch teacher insisted.

May took quick breaths as she looked around her, trying to take in her surroundings. “James?”

“I'm here.” He smiled down at her. “Hey! You did it! We won!”

She looked down at her right hand and the snitch was still there struggling in her grasp. “I did.” She laughed nervously. “Who is sitting on my legs?” Asking as she tried to lift her head but was too weak to raise her head.

Madam Hooch looked down at May's legs. “No one is.”

“They feel heavy.” She frowned. “No... No... No! I can't move them! Not again! Please! No!”

“Calm down!” Sirius tried to reassure her. “Let's get you to the hospital wing.” Looking up at Madam Hooch, who waved her wand and May rose slow above the ground. James, Sirius and Madam Hooch walked beside her.

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James and Sirius were not allowed into the Hospital Wing as Madam Pomfrey wanted to examine May's injuries to the full extent. The two of them were pacing outside the door. All they wanted to do was go and find the Slytherin keeper and seeker and kill them for purposely crashing into May. “It's my entire fault. I should have played seeker.” James shook his head as he blamed himself.

“James! How many times did you get hit by another player?” Sirius lent against the wall when he stopped pacing.

“Too many times.” Rubbing the back of his head where the Slytherin beater hit him.

“Would you be blaming yourself if May was hit that many times, if she played chaser instead of seeker?”

“Yes.” He sighed, knowing where Sirius was going with his speech.

“Either way, she would have been hurt. She will be fine.” Sirius put his hands on James' shoulder. “Just relax.”

“You relax!” James spat back at him. Sirius raised an eyebrow at his best friend. “Sorry. On edge.”

“Hey! Just think. When May is recovered, a big party is on the horizon! We won, Prongs! May won it for us!”

James laughed and nodded. “That she did.” Looking towards the door. “I just hope she will be all right.”

“Me too.” Sirius sighed heavily as he leant against the wall, watching the door. Five minutes later, the door opened and Professor McGonagall came out. “How is she?” Sirius immediately asked.

“She's fine. No permanent damage.” She gave them a small smile.

“But what about her legs? She said she couldn't feel them.” James asked in worry.

“It was just a shock to her back. It will be fine. She can feel and move her legs again but Madam Pomfrey is keeping her in for a few days. Just to be on the safe side.” McGonagall gave them a rare smile. “Good game though. Despite the ending.”

“Can we see her?” James asked impatiently.

“Yes.” She nodded and stepped aside to let the two young men go into the hospital wing.

Both of them rushed to May's side. “Are you okay?” They asked at the same time.

“I'm fine. Aching though.” She smiled at them both. She was still in her Quidditch robes, lying on her back on the bed. “We won though.” Smiling broadly as she let go of the snitch.

Sirius sat on the edge of the bed and leaned down and kissed her firmly on the lips. “Hi.”

“Hi.” She smiled widely at him. “Were you worried?”

“Nah.” He shook his head and sat up straight, holding her hand between his own. “Not worried at all.” Lifting her hand and kissing the back of it. “Terrified though.” His grey eyes staring into her hazel ones.

May raised her hand and cupped his cheek. “I was too.”

“Excuse me?! I'm still here!” James rolled his eyes and sat on the other side of May. “All right, baby sister?”

“Yes.” May smiled as she dropped her hand from Sirius' cheek. “You two go. Go and party hard for me!” She laughed. “We'll have another one when I'm out of this bed.”

They both sighed and shook their heads. “Nope.” Sirius spoke first. “I'm bloody staying.” Kissing her hand again.

“No! Go!” She laughed. “I'll have a mini party here with Madam Pomfrey.” She rolled her eyes. “Just go! I'll be fine. Party hard for me.”

“Yes!” Madam Pomfrey bustled over to them with pyjamas for May. “She needs to rest and most certainly cannot do that with you two here. She needs to change.”

“I can help with that.” Sirius grinned widely. “Ow!” He grumbled when May hit him on the arm. “Sorry.” He leaned down and kissed her again. “I'll come and see you tomorrow morning.” Kissing her again before standing up.

“I'll be here tomorrow as well.” James smiled. “Take care baby sister.” He stood up and left with Sirius.

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The Gryffindor party was in full swing when James and Sirius entered the Common Room. They were greeted with cheers and questions about May. James stood on a table and the room quietened. “My sister is all right. She'll be out of hospital in a few days but she does have one request.” Everyone stared at him with large grins. “She insists we party hard tonight.” The room filled with loud cheers. James climbed off the table. “I'll be back now. Just going to get changed.”

“Sure.” Sirius grinned. “Don't be too long or I will drink your entire alcohol intake.”

“You wouldn't dare.” James laughed as he left the Common Room. When he gave the password to his own common room, he was greeted by a red headed body. “Hello to you too.” Lily's arms were tight around him and he held her close to him too. “What's this for?”

“Well done!” She laughed softly in his ear.

“You came to the game?” He laughed and spun her around. He placed her on her feet and stepped back. “You actually wanted to go to the game?”

“I did.” She laughed and kissed him hard on the mouth. “Well done!” She smiled but the smile fell. “Oh no! I forgot to ask, how is May?”

“She's fine. She'll be in the hospital wing for a few days but she's fine.” James chuckled. “Now, I need to change and we've got a party to go to.” Kissing her forehead before going into his bedroom to wash and change.

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When James and Lily arrived at the party, it was in full swing. The older students were drinking alcohol but everyone was dancing to the wizarding radio. The only one who didn't seem to be enjoying the party was Sirius. He had changed into a black shirt and jeans but he was sitting by the fire with a cup of firewhisky in his hand.

“Oi Padfoot! Cheer up!” James sat next to him and Lily sat on his lap.

“Doesn't feel right. I should be getting very drunk right now with another person.” He downed the rest of his drink and reached for the bottle in front of him. Instead of pouring it into the cup, he drank it over the bottle.

“Bloody hell Padfoot. She's only in the Hospital Wing. She needs bed rest.” James rolled his eyes and sipped his drink. “Right, go to our Common Room and into my bedroom. In my trunk is something that will help you to get into the Hospital Wing. Well two things.” He raised an eyebrow towards him.

Sirius stared at James in confusion and his eyes grew wide in realisation. “You're a pal!” Handing Lily the bottle of firewhisky. “Enjoy that, Evans.” Standing up and smiling down at them both. “See you tomorrow. Behave.” He smirked before leaving the two of them alone.

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He had the Marauder's Map in one hand and was holding the Invisibility Cloak over his head with the other one. He checked the map as he walked the dark corridors towards the Hospital Wing. Filch was patrolling on the third floor. Many of the teachers were in bed but the ones patrolling were, thankfully, nowhere near Sirius. He checked the map and May was the only one in the Hospital Wing. Quietly, he approached the door and opened it.

“Who's there?” A small voice whispered in the dim light.

“Me.” Sirius spoke softly as he walked into the Hospital Wing, taking off the Invisibility Cloak.

“What are you doing here?” She smiled broadly and sat up on her bed.

“Party wasn't right. You weren't there.” He approached the bed slowly. “So, I thought I'd come and spend the evening with you. With a little persuasion from your brother.” Holding up her father's Invisibility Cloak.

“Good for him. Now, shoes off and get in here.” She whispered as she moved onto her side and pulling her covers back.

Sirius smirked as he kicked off his trainers and climbed into bed next to her but he saw her wince. “Are you okay?”

“Yeah. Ribs are a little tender still.” She smiled as he pulled the covers over them both. She moved closer to him. “I'm fine.” She laughed when he was reluctant to hold her. She grabbed his hand and placed it on her waist. “Just hold me.”

He chuckled as he pulled her closer to him. “Just let me know if I am hurting you.” Kissing the top of her head.

“You're not.” She whispered, holding herself close to him. “Thank you for coming. Just wish I was at the party. Getting completely drunk until we can stand no more.”

“By the end of the night you would have been lying down.” He chuckled. “You most certainly would not have been asleep.” Kissing the top of her head.

May laughed softly. “Can't complain about that.” Yawning softly. “But right now, I do want to sleep.” Turning her head up to look at him. “I love you.”

“I love you too.” He kissed her softly. “Good night. I'll see you when you wake up.” He gently stroked her back as she fell asleep in his arms. He didn't fall asleep. His thoughts turned to when he would leave Hogwarts. He had applied for Auror training but was still waiting to hear back from them. The hardest thing was leaving May alone in school. Who would stop the pervert boys from hitting on her? He chuckled to himself. He knew that she would be able to protect herself. The sounds of her soft breathing lulled him into sleep. When May had to return to Hogwarts alone, they would come to that crossroads.

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The N.E.W.Ts came to an end and every 7^th year student relaxed. Every student except Lily. She was now nervous about the results. “For the love of Merlin, Lily! Shut up and relax!” May shouted at her the morning before they were to catch the train to London. They were all sitting under the large tree by the lake. “It's the summer holidays tomorrow!”

“I know!” She sighed and sat next to James, who wrapped his arms around her. “I just want to know how I did.”

Every single person rolled their eyes. “Evans, we all know that you have done the best in the year!” Sirius said from his spot, which was lying down with his head in May's lap.

“Stop calling her Evans!” May tapped his forehead. “Like I told James, she does have a name.” Shaking her head as she leant her back against the tree. She looked over at Lily. “What is your name?”

“I don't know. I thought it was Evans too.” Lily laughed softly. Smiling widely when James' lips brushed against her red hair. “So what is my name?”

“Rose? Tulip?” Hannah asked. Taking herself away from Remus' arms. The two of them had broken up a few weeks ago again but a few days ago they were back together and could not keep their hands off each other.

“Yeah. It was a flowery name.” Lily laughed loudly. “I'll stick to Evans for now. It will come back to me.”

“Hey.” James whispered in her ear. “Come for a walk.” Lily nodded silently and the pair of them stood up. “We'll be back in a minute.”

“Not in public!” Sirius shouted at them as they walked away. “OW! What was that for?” Sirius rubbed his forehead, where May had hit him.

“Leave them alone.” She scolded him, looking down at him with a raised eyebrow.

James and Lily walked along the edge of the lake, hand-in-hand. “I can't believe school is over.” James chuckled nervously, running his free hand through his unruly locks. Lily noticed that he was nervous but said nothing. “We have to grow up.”

She laughed. “That we do. James? Have you been invited to go and see Dumbledore tonight before the farewell feast?”

“Yes I have. So have Sirius, Remus, Peter and Frank. Do you have any idea what it is about?” He asked curiously.

“No idea at all. May and Hannah haven't been asked.” Lily shrugged her shoulders a little. “Oh well.”

James laughed softly as he stopped walking. “I love you, Lily.” Turning to face her.

Lily also turned to face him. “I love you too, James.” Smiling widely but the smile fell and her eyes grew wide when he knelt on one knee in front of her. “What? James...”

He held her left hand in both of his own. “I really love you Lily. I know we've only been together for a year. Well, nearly a year but I always knew that you were the one I would be with for the rest of my life.” He reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out a small box. “I haven't told anyone that I'm doing this. Not Sirius. Not my sister. Nobody.” He smiled nervously as he let go of her hand and opened the box.

Lily gasped at the ring. “Oh James!” Staring at the ring, which was a Welsh gold band with an emerald gemstone surrounded by small diamonds.

“Lily Evans, will you marry me?” He asked nervously, holding the ring in front of him.

Tears ran down Lily's cheeks and nodded slowly. “Yes.” Nodding quicker. “Yes, I will.” She laughed and wiped away her tears away but she couldn't stop crying. “Yes!”

James smiled widely and took the ring out of the box. He slipped it onto her ring finger. He stood up and kissed her. He lifted her up and spun her around, their lips still together. Lily wrapped around arms around his neck as he continued to spin them around. He slowly placed her back to the floor. “I love you, Miss Evans.”

“I love you too, Mr Potter.” She smiled widely and kissed him. “Shall we break the news to the others?”

“Not yet. Let's enjoy this for now.” Pulling her against him and possessively kissing her. “I love you.” He whispered. “My fiancé.”

She laughed. “We haven't even left school yet and we're engaged.” She smiled broadly as they walked along the edge of the lake.

“I was going to do it on the train but I thought this place would be better.” He smiled as they walked hand-in-hand. “Much more beautiful.”

“I agree.” She smiled widely. “So, what shall we do? I mean, shall we at least try living together before we get married?”

“That would be a good idea. That is what I was going to ask May about.” He smiled a little. “I was thinking about closing the manor when she goes back to Hogwarts for her seventh year.” He bit his lower lip nervously. “She's moving in with Sirius once she has finished school and I don't want to be in that big house on my own.”

“So, what are you thinking?” Giving his hand a small squeeze.

“Buy a flat or a house and maybe have you live with me?” Looking down at her with a small smirk and a raised eyebrow.

Lily smiled. “I'd like that. That could be our first task. Find our first place.” Her smile grew as they continued to walk together. The two of them returned to the tree, where Sirius and Peter were having a friendly duel. “Boys.” She rolled her eyes and the two of them sat on the grass, under the shade. “Will you two stop fighting for a moment?”

“WAIT A MINUTE!!” Hannah shouted at the top of her voice, untangling herself from Remus' arms and rushed over to Lily. Seizing the red head's left hand. “Bloody hell!” Looking down at Lily's engagement ring.

May was at Hannah's side and gawking at the ring. She looked at her brother. “You kept that quiet!” Giving him a playful glare and turning to her own boyfriend. “Did he tell you?”

“First I've heard of it.” He laughed and hugged James. “Congratulations mate.” Everyone proceeded to congratulated the couple.

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The Marauders, Lily and Frank all walked to Dumbledore's office together with a few other 7^th year students. None of them knew what was going on. Though James did notice that none of the students were Slytherins. He didn't mention it to the others as they walked into Dumbledore's office. Inside were Dumbledore and McGonagall. James fought the urge to say, out loud, 'I didn't do it this time.’ He looked to Sirius and he could see that Sirius was also struggling not to say it. They both gave each other a smirk before turning to look at their headmaster, who was sitting at his desk and surveying the youngsters.

“From your expressions, I can tell that none of you know why you are here.” He began slowly.

“I didn't do it.” The urge was too much for Sirius. Everyone laughed except McGonagall, who kept her severe expression and composure.

Dumbledore was chuckling. “No, Mr Black. You did not do it.” He smiled for a moment before the smile disappeared. “I have asked you here to talk about the matter of Voldemort.” They all flinched at the name. “He is rising and fast. He has his own growing number of followers.” Everyone nodded silently, watching their Headmaster. “Which is why I have asked you here?” They stood in silent and in anticipation. “I have begun an organisation. The Order of the Phoenix. It is an organisation to fight against Voldemort and his Death Eaters.”

“So, you are asking us to join?” A Hufflepuff called Harley Hudson asked.

“Yes, I am.” Dumbledore nodded and smiled slightly. “Though I ask you not to speak of this for the moment. I will contact you during the summer about your decisions. Now, go. Enjoy your last night in Hogwarts.” He smiled and the small group quietly left the office and made their way to the Great Hall.

“Do you think they're ready, Albus?” Professor McGonagall asked when the door closed and the two of them were alone.

“They are very much ready. More ready than we'll ever be.” Standing up. “Come. We best go to the feast.” The two slowly left the Headmaster's office. “Were my eyes deceiving me or did I see an engagement ring on Lily Evan's finger?”

“I thought I saw it too.” She laughed softly. “It seems Miss Evans has tamed Mr Potter.”

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At the end of year feast, the Gryffindor table was the loudest. The Marauders were the source of the loudness. They were celebrating James and Lily’s engagement and they were also celebrating the end of their school career. James, Lily, Sirius and Frank had been accepted onto the Auror program. Peter had an internship with the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures. “I can’t believe that we won’t be back here in September.” Lily sighed heavily as she leant into James’ side.

“Hey! I’m still here!” May laughed as she drained the last of her pumpkin juice.

“We’ll be all alone.” Hannah pouted in May’s direction. “We will have to get new boyfriends to keep us company on the cold nights.” She turned to face Remus, who had a smile playing on his lips. “You don’t mind, do you?”

“Of course not.” He smiled. “You do realise I will be here every Hogsmeade weekend to keep you warm, so your other boyfriend will have to have a night off.” Kissing her softly and for a brief moment.

Sirius was playfully glaring at his girlfriend. “I don’t like the sound of their plan.” Raising an eyebrow at May, who was smirking to herself. “I know my girlfriend and she probably will do that.”

May laughed softly before turning to look up at him. “Well, my love, you do have me for the entire summer. At the flat.” Wriggling her eyebrows.

“Too much information!” James shook his head, removing his arm from around Lily to cover his ears with both his hands.

“6 weeks?” Sirius asked.

May nodded silently with a wide grin.

“Sounds good to me.” He laughed loudly and pulled her into his side.

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For the entire train journey, Sirius and May argued about what they were going to do that summer. “I want to go home with James for a week or two.”

“What about coming back to the flat and spending the summer with me?” He groaned, still trying to plead his case to make her stay with him the entire summer.

“Sirius!” She growled at him and stormed out of the carriage compartment.

“Leave her.” Lily spoke softly. “I'll go.” She gave James a knowing look, who nodded. She left the compartment alone. She smiled when she saw that May hadn't gone far. She was standing in the hallway, looking out of the window. “You ok?”

“Yeah.” She chuckled softly, not looking towards her best friend as she approached. “I just wish he would let me talk.”

“What do you want to say to him?” Lily asked curiously.

“I just want to spend a little time with James before school.” She sighed heavily and twirled a strand of her hair around her finger. “I won't see him as often as I will like to.” Sighing once again. “You and him are getting married, I'm moving in with Sirius.” Another sigh fell from her lips as she slid to the floor, crossing her legs to allow a first year to pass them. “I just want to spend some time with James before we have to grow up properly.” Laughing softly as Lily joined her on the floor. “Is that being selfish?”

“No.” Lily shook her head. “I can understand how you feel. I would like to spend time with my family before I marry your brother. I’m going to.” She smiled at May. “I’m going to my parents for two weeks and then James is coming over and we’re going to break the news to them.”

May chuckled. “You nervous?”

“Very.” Lily laughed and leant back against the wall. “They will probably tell me to wait.” Laughing softly again. “But I think they will be supportive.”

May smiled towards her best friend. “Well, you have my support. And sympathy.” She chuckled.

“I hope so. I want you to be my maid of honour.”

“What?!” She shouted in shock. “Seriously?”

“Yes.” Lily smiled broadly. “Who else would I ask? My sister?” She scoffed. “You're a sister to me, May. When James and I marry, you will be. Of course, I will ask you.”

May smiled widely and attacked Lily with a bone crushing hug. “Yes! Yes I will!”

“Glad you said yes.”

“Um... Lily.” A voice came from behind them. They turned to see Sirius standing over them. “Can I talk to May, please?”

The two girls parted and May nodded to Lily, who stood up and returned to the compartment. “What?” May said, raising an eyebrow as he moved towards her and sat next to her, stretching his legs out. “You said you wanted to talk? So talk. You're good at that.”

“Oh bloody hell, May!” He grumbled and shook his head. “Will you just bloody listen?”

May stood up. “Not if you are going to swear at me!” Beginning to walk away from him.

“Fuck's sake.” He muttered to himself and stood up, following her. “Please! Prongs and I talked.” He grabbed her arm and pulled her to turn and face him. “Please, listen for a minute and then you talk as much as you want. But by the look of your face, you can shout at me as much as you want.”

She pulled her arm out of his and folded her arms across her chest. “Fine.” Raising an eyebrow as she waited for him to talk.

“I wanted us to spend so much time together this summer.” Reaching out to hold her hand but she pulled away. “You're going to be in school all next year and I'm going to be in Auror training all the time. We'll barely see each other.”

“You think I haven't thought about that?” May glared at him. “Why do you think I want to be at the manor this summer? Or some of the summer?” Sirius remained silent. “I want to be with James! He's getting married, Sirius. After school, I'm with you. I won't get to be his sister as often as I'm used to. I mean, I won't get to spend time with him as much as I want to.”

Sirius nodded slowly and turned to look out of the window. “Oh right.”

May put her hand on his shoulder. “That's why you should let me talk once in a while.”

He turned to face her. “I'm sorry, baby.” Pulling her against his chest. “I will let you talk. Once in a while.” They chuckled softly. “I'm going to miss you.”

“You're going to miss me?” She scoffed. “You don't realise how much I'm going to miss you.” Kissing him softly and wrapping her arms around him tightly.

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