I’m known for taking what I think I deserve.

And you’re overdue.

-Cobra Starship

Veronica’s POV

Harry and I sat together, tangled in each other’s arms, waiting for Dad to return from work. My head lay on his chest and I could hear the pounding of his heart beat evenly. It was soothing and comforting.

“No words can describe how happy I am that you decided to come back home with me,” Harry said, lacing my fingers with his.

I giggled. “I think I was bound to give in sometime,” I confessed, snuggling my head further into his chest.

As if on cue, the front door opened and Dad came in, whistling a melodic show tune. His attention then focused on Harry and me sitting on the couch. His smile disappeared along with the whistling. I removed myself from Harry; afraid of what Dad might say.

“What is he doing here?” Dad asked, looking confused and appalled at the same time.

“Dad,” I rose from my seat and Harry followed suit, wrapping his arm around my waist. “Harry’s here to take me back to England.”

Dad dropped his cell phone, startling me. “What? I thought you were staying with me?”

I sighed. Harry tightened his hold, letting me know that he was here with me if I needed anything. “Well, I was. But I really missed Harry and I thought it was best for the kids to stay in touch with their Father.”

Nothing was said, so I continued. “I love Harry, Dad. He’s my best friend. I feel connected to him. He’s the best thing that’s ever happened to me.”

In normal circumstances, this situation would’ve been entirely awkward, but it wasn’t for me. I had a good relationship with my Dad. He bent down and retrieved his phone, shoving it back into his pocket. His expression was disappointed and sad.

“We’ll visit. I promise, Dad. I won’t entirely exclude you from my life. No matter what, you’ll always be my dad.”

I could feel tears welling up in my eyes. From a distance, I could see a sparkle in Dad’s eye. It looked like he was going to cry too. We walked toward each other and embraced. Then the tears came.

“And you’ll always be my little girl, Veronica. I love you so much sweetie. I respect your wishes,” he said, rubbing up and down my back.

“I love you too, Dad,” I sobbed into his scrubs. “I’ll send you an invitation to the wedding.”

We pulled away and he smiled. His eyes were red and puffy. I assumed mine were too. “You better.”

I chuckled and turned back to look at Harry. I gestured him toward us and he stepped forward. He reached his hand out to Dad. They shook firmly, like men do. “Thank you sir,” he said. “I’ll take wonderful care of your daughter.”

Dad nodded. “And don’t forget. If you break Veronica’s heart, I’ll break your nose.”

Of course he had to add a threat. He was very protective.

“Yes sir,” Harry said firmly. His jaw tightened, but I could see a smile creep onto the edge of his lips.

Dad sniffed and wiped his eyes with the back of his hand. His smile had returned. “Okay then. Now that we have that sorted out, how about we have lunch?”

“That sounds, lovely Vincent,” Harry replied. I nodded.
“Great. My treat.”

And with that, we left. I felt normal again, like a puzzle finally put back together.

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Once we returned from a very delicious lunch from Taco Bell, we all decided to watch a movie. I didn’t have to pack because Harry still had my clothes back with him. Everything seemed in perfect order and all I had to do was take myself.

To be honest, I couldn’t wait to get back. I couldn’t wait to see the familiar place I had been cooped up in for months on end. I couldn’t wait to see Niall’s smiling face. And most importantly, I couldn’t wait to be alone with Harry again.

Notes

I'm sorry for the really really really really short chapter. Again, this is just another filler and I suspect that this won't be as long as Taken. And I'm very sorry.

Anyway, my school starts Tuesday and that mean I'll be updating less frequently. It seems like I'm just the bearer of bad news today. Sorry everyone.

But at least Veronica and Harry are back together! Yay for that!