AFTER 8 PM
Lily wasn't too surprised when Remus wanted to head back to the dormitory. She was sure that if she was in his position she would want the same thing. She just gave him a small smile and nodded her head, letting him walk her back. They didn't talk about anything and Lily let Remus be alone with his thoughts. She knew she couldn't say anything more to make him feel better. This was something he needed to do himself.
When they arrived back to the Great Hall, the music was still going on as loudly as ever and they could hear shouts and laughing from inside. It was strange to hear it all now and Lily almost wanted to go back with Remus. But she knew James was inside waiting for her and he needed to know about his friend. She turned to Remus and smiled, stepping in to give him a hug. "If you need anything, please let me know," she said. "I know you'll have your friends around you, but if you need a girls gentler touch." She pulled back and smiled.