Lucy and I stood with the production team as the boys shot. My cheeks hurt and my stomach was on fire from laughing all day, but I was having one of the best days of my life. Seeing the guys doing what they love and making fools of themselves in public brought a smile to my face. I heard the director yell for a break, and I wandered to a bench, that goofy smile still on my face.

“What are you smiling about beautiful?” a voice whispered in my ear. I turned to see Harry and the smile broadened.

“I was just thinking about you guys and how silly you all are.”

He feigned hurt at my last comment.

“We are not ‘silly’ my dear lady,” he said, air quotes around “silly”. “We are dignified, well put together, mature young men!” he cried. I laughed and hugged him. He hugged me back. We stood like that as we watched the other boys continue to run around.

I smiled as I saw Niall walk up to Lucy. He sat down next to her on the grass as Zayn, Liam, and Louis continued.

“You’re going to be exhausted if you don’t cut it out guys!” I yelled. They stuck their tongues out at me and continued. I turned in Harry’s arms to face him. He looked down at me and smiled. I smiled back at him and nuzzled my head into his chest, his warmth radiating off of him. I shivered a little in the cold London morning, and he gave me his jacket. I looked up into his eyes with the smile still on my face. We stood like that until the director gave a signal to start again.

We climbed onto a huge, double decker, red bus and drove around London. The boys were on top with the production crew. Lucy and I stood behind the cameras as they filmed. We reached Trafalgar Square and the boys hopped off for a spur of the moment concert.

I watched them as they performed for the steadily growing crowd that had formed around them. A smile was plastered on my face again. I was in awe of their energy and the adoration their fans had for them. It was funny to watch them get mobbed by the girls whenever there was a break. People had yet to find out about Harry and I, and we planned on keeping it that way, at least until it inevitably got leaked to the press. We were told by their management to keep it under wraps. They weren't fond of the fact that we were dating. They didn't want the band to lose fans if the public found out that Harry was unavailable. I thought it was unfair, but we followed their rules.

As evening fell, I pulled my jacket closer around my shoulders. We stopped off at St. Paul’s Cathedral for the last part of the shoot. When the director yelled "cut" for the
last time I was relieved. I was exhausted and ready to go home.

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When we arrived back at the complex, we were all dead silent. It was midnight and we were exhausted. I grabbed Harry’s hand as we exited the van and headed to our apartments. I still lived in my own apartment, but I spent most of my time at the boys’ complex. I also still worked the nightclub with Lucy when the boys were busy. The great thing was that we could make our own hours, so we usually
spent time with the boys.

I sighed as I flopped onto the couch. I couldn’t believe how my life had changed in such a short period of time. I smiled as I thought about all that had happened recently. Lucy and I had become great friends with our favourite band, and I was even dating one of them! I couldn’t believe my luck.

“Hey gorgeous. What are you smiling about?” Harry said and lifted my head to sit.
He placed my head back on his lap and began playing with my hair.

“I was just thinking about how much things have changed for me and Lucy in such a short amount of time. We have got to be the luckiest girls in the world, and I’m sure she would agree.”

Harry nodded and continued stroking my hair. I was on the verge of sleep when a knock came at the door. I reluctantly sat up and answered. It was everyone else.

“We thought we should have a sleepover tonight!” Niall exclaimed, Lucy’s hand in his. I ushered them in and hugged Lucy.

“What was that for?” she laughed but hugged me back.

“I’m just so happy with how things are right now! Can you believe this is actually our life now?” I asked. She shook her head “no”, and we joined the boys in the living room. I resumed my place on the couch, and we chatted for a while just
enjoying each other’s company.

----

I sat on the balcony, my legs hanging off the ledge. Everyone was asleep inside, but I couldn’t fall asleep. I decided to go outside for some fresh air and to watch the city lights. I heard the door open behind me and felt arms wrap around my
neck.

Harry sat down next to me a moment later.

“Whatcha doin’ beautiful?” he asked. I smiled.

“Just watching the city. It’s so beautiful at night, and I couldn’t find sleep despite how exhausted I am,” I replied with a perfectly timed yawn. He nodded but didn’t respond. I rested my head on his shoulder as we watched the lights together.

“Darcy?” Harry said after a long silence.

“Hmmm?”

“I think I’m in love with you.”

I turned to look him fully in the eyes. I stood up and pulled him up with me.

“Really?” I whispered to him. I couldn’t believe my ears. I was pretty sure I was falling in love with Harry, too, but I wasn’t ready to say it yet. I had to be 100% sure before I could say it.

He nodded his head.

“These past few months have been amazing with you, and I’m beginning to think that I couldn’t live without you in my life,” he said and took my hands. He looked me in the eyes, and I couldn’t look away. I feel into the pools of green that were his gorgeous eyes. I hadn’t noticed that I took a step closer until his lips were on mine. I was surprised at first, but quickly warmed to the kiss. I kissed him back as my hands made their way around his neck. He snaked his arms around my waist and pulled me closer. I had to tilt my head back to keep from breaking the kiss. It was romantic and passionate, but not hurried. I pulled away and smiled at him. I had no words for the moment we just shared; our first kiss, my first kiss. I hadn’t told anyone, but Harry was my first boyfriend. I blushed at the thought.

He brought my chin up and looked into my eyes.

“Why are you blushing?” he asked. I knew he was confused.

“Well,” I started. I wasn’t really sure what to say. I decided to just tell him. “I’ve never had a boyfriend before,” I said it so quietly I wasn’t quite sure I had even said it. I dropped my head in embarrassment. I turned away but he caught my waist and turned me back to him. He lifted my chin again so I was looking into his eyes. My cheeks were blazing.

“Really? Someone as beautiful as you? I’m glad to be your first then,” he said. There was a warm smile on his face and I knew he meant it.

“Oh Harry,” was all I could say.

I stayed in his embrace for a few more minutes, but when I shivered he pulled me inside. When he laid me on the bed, I didn’t realize how exhausted I was. I was close to sleep when I felt him crawl in next to me. I snuggled closer and was asleep
in seconds.

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It was Saturday which meant that the guys had a signing to do. I got up and dressed quietly, leaving Harry to sleep a bit longer. When I walked into the living room, Zayn was on the couch, but everyone else was gone. I peeked into Louis’s bedroom to find him sprawled across the bed. I smiled and gently closed his door.

The signing wasn’t until 2, so I decided to let the boys sleep. I walked into the guest bedrooms, hoping to find Liam, Niall and Lucy. The first room was occupied by Liam, so I closed his door. The next room contained Niall and Lucy. I stood in the doorway for a minute, a smile on my face. I was glad they were involved. Niall deserved a wonderful girl and Lucy deserved a wonderful guy. They were practically made for each other. As I stood there watching them sleep, Lucy cracked an eye. When she saw me in the doorway, a smile spread across her lips.

“Good morning,” I mouthed, not wanting to wake Niall.

“Morning,” she mouthed back. She climbed out of bed and I closed the door to let her change.

I walked into the kitchen and begin brewing a pot of coffee. I needed the caffeine to get me going, and I knew Lucy would want some. Lucy walked out a minute later.

“How was your night?” I asked. She smiled.

“It was amazing. You’ll never believe what happened,” she said, a sparkle in her eyes. I knew she had something good to tell me and I had a sneaking suspicion that I knew what she was going to say.

“Niall asked me to be his girlfriend!” she whisper squealed. I smiled so big I thought my cheeks would fall off.

“That’s amazing Lucy!” I said and hugged her. “You guys totally deserve each other!”

“I’m so happy I feel like I could just float away,” she said. I was truly happy for them. I hugged her hard one last time before turning to make us a cup of coffee.

Harry emerged from the room a few minutes later, his curls all over the place. Lucy turned away with a laugh and I covered my eyes.

“Good morning, babe,” I said, my eyes still covered.

“Morning. Uhhh, guys? What’s wrong?” he asked, his voice teasing.

“Put some pants on man!” Lucy cried, and I busted out laughing. I heard Harry close the door so I assumed he was getting decent.

“I don’t think I’ll ever get used to his naked habit,” I said. Lucy laughed.

“You’re going to have to! You’re his girlfriend. I just hope the other boys don’t take up the habit as well,” she replied. As soon as the words left her mouth, Louis came out of the room.

We shrieked and covered our eyes again.

“Morning ladies,” he paid no attention to our reaction.

“Put some clothes on, Lou!” I exclaimed. He chuckled but I heard his door close.

“I think they already have!” I said and we both started laughing.

I heard Liam’s door open, and we both covered our eyes. I peeked through my fingers, but he had boxers on.

“Oh thank goodness!” I said.

“I smell coffee,” was all he said.

“Yeah, I just made a fresh pot. Help yourself if you’d like.”

He padded to the kitchen and made himself a cup. Lucy and I sat at the breakfast bar as we sipped our coffee and waited for the others to emerge.

I felt a kiss on the top of my head and I smiled.

“Good morning…again,” Harry whispered into my ear. I turned to face him.

“Good morning,” I said unable to contain the smile that was growing on my face. I offered him my cup but he declined.

“Tea for me,” he said. He made himself a mug of tea and sat on the stool I had been sitting on.

I refilled my cup and Harry pulled me onto his lap. He rested his head on my shoulder. I smiled to myself once more.

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“Hurry your butts up guys! We’re going to be late!” Lucy yelled. I heard a chorus of responses as the guys tried to pick up the pace. It was 1:30. We should have been on the road by now.

“Paul is going to kill us!” I yelled at them. I heard doors slam, and they all emerged at once.

“Finally, let’s go,” Lucy said as she grabbed Niall’s hand. I smiled at them and my heart swelled. They were just too precious. I felt a hand grab mine, and my heart
grew bigger. I turned to Harry and pecked him on the lips.

“Ready?” He nodded and we headed down to the car.