Is This Really Happening?

Yep. They kissed. For a brief moment, Lily did what they were both wanting. There's more of that to come, trust me.

This chapter will knock out two more things on her list. And of course, Scorpius will be right there to make sure nothing happens to her.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy.

Love always,

Avoline

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Lily stood just knee deep in the water. She was not going to go any further until Scorpius got a few dolphins closer to shore. She didn't want to get swept away by the current again. She was not going to go out like that. No way in hell.

She also didn't want to put Scorpius through that kind of fear again.

She kicked herself all over again. Why did she kiss him a while ago? They weren't even talking about anything romantic, like they would anyway. She just lost control and kissed him. She was sure that her stupid action would change things between them. He was probably disgusted with her. He probably thought she was a hopeless romantic who was just infatuated with him. Hell, he probably thought she was trying to seduce him for his money.

But she didn't care about the money. She care about how good he looked. He was a great friend, and the most amazing man she ever met. That's what she loved the most.

Well, at least I got to kiss him.

"Come on, Lily," Scorpius called from a little bit deeper in the water. "I won't let you drown. I promise." She took a hesitant step forward. "Don't worry. I won't let anything happen to you."

"I know," she responded.

That doesn't mean I still won't worry.

"Here," he instructed as he neared her, three dolphins swimming around behind him. "Just take my hand. You'll be just fine. I promise." She smiled and grabbed his hand. He pulled her towards deeper waters. She could see the aquatic mammals swimming around just ahead. A scream escaped her lips as a wave broke right at her waist.

"It's okay, Lils."

His voice instantly soothed her fears. It was so smooth, so calm, so... perfect. Everything about him was perfect, really. His hair, which was never messy at all. His eyes. His skin. Everything.

She was yanked from her thoughts when one of the dolphins brushed against her leg. A grin covered Scorpius's face.

"Look around, Lily-bug," he whispered. "You're swimming with dolphins."

And indeed she was. They were circling her, waiting for her to join them in the fun. She laughed as she watched them play.

"Grab one of the dorsal fins," Scorpius directed. "They won't take you under." She reached for one of the three creatures, and squealed when she found that she was being pulled along by the one she had grabbed. She couldn't hold back the laughter as she "swam." This was more than she could have ever imagined. She was having the time of her life. It was like all her worried were washed away.

After a few moments, she felt a pair of strong arms wrap around her, and was pulled off of the animal. The same arms turned her around, and she lifted her gaze to find Scorpius.

I forgot he was here.

"Have fun," he asked softly. She nodded. "Good. I told you I wouldn't let anything happen to you." She giggled.

"I flat forgot you were here," she confessed. He laughed, and she took the time to look around.

Her jaw dropped when she looked towards the west.

The sunset. She had lost track of time, and now she was faced with the most beautiful sight. The orange sun, cut in half by the horizon, sat on top of it's brilliant reflection. It was so much better than the paintings at the art museum in London. So much better than the images Albus had projected for her.

"It's beautiful, isn't it, Lily," Scorpius questioned. Lily barely noticed how soft his voice was. She was so caught up in the moment.

"Yes, yes it is," she replied. She could still feel his arms around her, and, without thinking, rested her head on his chest. She just couldn't bring herself to really care anymore. She could stay just like this forever.

I can feel his heartbeat.

Why is it so erratic?

Who cares. Shut up and enjoy this.