One interesting scenario could be their first meeting in a magical forest. The forest is filled with glittering fireflies and strange, beautiful plants. James might be a bit clumsy and say something silly at first, but Lily finds it endearing. They start to talk about their dreams for the wizarding world, and there's an instant connection between them.
In some fanfictions, their first time could be at a Hogwarts school event. There's a big dance, and James finally gets the courage to ask Lily. They dance together, and as the music slows down, they look into each other's eyes. It's a very romantic moment, and from there, their relationship begins to develop in a more intimate way.
One interesting scenario could be that the kiss happens right after James has finally proven himself to Lily. Maybe he has just saved her from some sort of danger, like a dark wizard attack at Hogwarts. Lily, seeing James in a new light, is so overcome with gratitude and a newfound attraction that she impulsively kisses him. This would be a moment of realization for both of them, as James has been longing for Lily's affection for so long.
A scenario could be that Lily travels back to her Hogwarts days and tries to change the way she treated Snape. This could have a huge impact on Snape's future actions and loyalties. Maybe she could have been more understanding of his difficult situation, which might have led to him not being so easily swayed by the Dark Arts.
One scenario could be that they are studying together in the library. They start off bickering about a certain spell or potion, but then the mood shifts. James says something really sweet and sincere about Lily's intelligence. She blushes and then, suddenly, they share a quick, unexpected kiss among the stacks of books.
One great fanfiction on this theme is 'The Marauders' Era: Lily's Perspective'. It delves deep into how Lily might have gradually fallen for James. It shows their interactions in Hogwarts in a very detailed and engaging way.
There's a fanfiction where James and Lily time travel to the future. They are shocked by how the wizarding world has changed. They see new spells and magical devices, and they have to adapt quickly. They also meet their descendants and learn about their family's legacy in a whole new way.
Another interesting plot could be that they are sent forward in time instead. They have to adapt to the future wizarding world which has changed a great deal. They might be shocked by new magic technologies and different social structures, and their reactions to these changes can make for an engaging story.
Petunia could be an important character. She might be grudgingly attending the wedding, still having mixed feelings about Lily's magical world. Her presence could add some tension as she struggles to fit in. And then there's Dumbledore. He could make an appearance and give some wise words of advice to the couple, perhaps about the future challenges they might face together.
The setting of the wizarding world. A good fanfic will use the magic, the Hogwarts environment, and the wizarding society to enhance their relationship. For example, a scene where they study magic together or go on a magical adventure in the Forbidden Forest can add a lot of charm.
In some fanfictions, if they survived, they might have changed the whole course of the wizarding war. They could have joined forces with other powerful wizards and witches earlier and potentially prevented Voldemort from gaining as much power as he did in the original story. They might have also influenced the Hogwarts curriculum, emphasizing more on defensive magic against the Dark Arts from an earlier stage.
The main characters are James Potter and Lily Evans, of course. James is a popular and sometimes mischievous wizard at Hogwarts. He's known for his talent in Quidditch and his group of friends. Lily, on the other hand, is a bright and intelligent witch. She's kind - hearted but also has a strong will, which makes her very interesting.