"Because She's My Best Friend..."

TWO days in LA, one and a half day at the hospital, looking after Sam, hoping that Sam would wake up soon. I will need to get ready for the graduation day. For some very serious reasons, I refused to wear the dress that Sam has bought for me that I was supposed to wear for my prom. Let's just not talk about it. Meanwhile, Kate dragged me out from the house to look for a new graduation day dress. I was very tired to go because I've been spending most of my time staring at Sam's body laying down on his bed, waiting for him to smile at me. But she hesitated so we went to the Alexander McQueen's and bought a quite stunning white dress for the grad-day. We also stopped for some Starbucks. So I called Cherrish so she could join us because she works at the nearby storen and I am pretty sure her shift has ended. While waiting for Kate to come back with our drinks, I saw Dylan with a girl walking across the street. I made the right decision if that is his new girlfriend. I'll just assume it is though. Should I let Harry know about Dylan? But why?

"Hi!", Cher cheered and sat on the chair in front of me. Kate came back a few seconds later with our drinks and some cakes that I requested. Red velvet. Kate sat next to me. "Thanks, Catherine", Cher said and glanced at the couple not far from our table. "So, you've promised me to tell me about our one and only Mr Styles the other day", she turned around and focused at me. "Do you really want to? Cause you might end up sleeping on this table after realizing how boring the story is", I replied, sipping my coffee. "Its the fucking Harry Styles. Of course I'd love to", she half-shouted excitedly. Unexpectedly, "Did someone said my name?", he appeared standing next to our table. "Oh Lord save me please", Cher mumbled. Kate giggled looking at her reaction. "Have a seat, Haz", Kate stood up and gave her seat to Harry. "Thanks, Kate", he sat down next to me and took a sip of his latte. Guessing through the smell.

"I heard you called my name", Harry asked, turning to Kate. "Styles just called my name...", Kate sounded as if she was shivering. Harry giggled. I leaned closer to Harry and whispered, "She's a huge fan of you". "Ahh I see", he said and turned back to Cherris. "Uh stop it stop it stop it Cher", Cher mumbled softly and slapped both of her cheeks. She continued, "Stella promised me to tell me about you when you arrived at the airport the other day. Nothing much". "About me?", he glanced at me waiting for my respond and then look back at Cher. "Well- I can tell you", he said and continued "So what do you want to know?". "She wants to know what's going on between you and Stella", Kate interrupted all of sudden. She was silent all the time just now. Harry began telling Kate about everything and I am quite embarrassed though. Harry's Mum has known my parents for so long, especially my Dad. Its not because my dad is a famous person but because they were neighbours since two. Harry and I often meet each other during their reunions, parties and etc. We became really close friends ever since. Kate and I were even given free VIP passes back then and out of the blue, we kinda started dating each other. He'll usually come over to my house and we'll have dinner together. Sam and Harry will always look like brothers when it comes to teasing me. Sam. I miss his jokes right now.

That was long ago. I'm pretty sure everything has changed drastically now. There's no more relationshit going on between us. I guess. "So are you guys still emm probably together now?", Cher asked. Harry didn't bother answering that question and smiled at me instead. Cheeky and flirty. I shrugged. He took out his phone, checking the time. "Hey- Can I bring her out? Just for awhile", he asked, pointing at me. "Yeah sure of course", Kate replied. I glared at her but she ignored. "I know you're gonna say that you have your car and you don't want to leave it. Don't worry. I can drive it back home. Cher will show the way in case if you're afraid that I might lost", Kate continued. Cher nodded in agreement. "Shall we?", he asked. "I don't have any other choice do I?", he grabbed my hand and we walked to his car.

"Where are we going?", I asked while Harry's driving. He ignored my question. "Haz?", I tried to squeeze his hand but he moved it away. I sighed. I sneaked out my ipod out from my handbag. Before I could plucked in the earphone, he snatched it away from me. Harry is never like this most of the time. "Who the fuck is Dylan?", he asked. "He's my schoolmate and how do you even know about him?", I asked curiously. "Your new boyfriend?", he glared at me. His eyes are red. Burning red. "Answer my question Stella! Is he your boyfriend?!", he raised his voice.

"Who told you all these shits?! Why do you even care?!"

"YOU CAN FUCKING ASK YOUR ENGLISH FRIEND AND I CARE BECAUSE I AM STILL YOUR BLOODY BOYFRIEND!", he hissed the words.

Gabriella...

"I TOLD YOU TO LEAVE ME!", I tried to esca[e but the door is locked.

"I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU".

We arrived at my house. My body is shivering. He never did that ever since we dated each other and even now. But that was unexpected. I've never seen Harry like that before. With his burning eyes, looking at me. His muscular hands gripping my arms tight. As soon as he unlocked the door, I took my bag and opened the door. He grabbed my hand saying he's sorry but I ignored him and walked away. "Do you want to visit Sam?", Kate asked as I closed the door. "Yeah sure I'll change", I hold my tears and walked up to my room. Five minutes later, I came back and Kate drove to the hospital. I was still too tired and shocked to drive. "What happened?", Kate asked. I shook my head, as in 'no, nothing happened'. "Are you sure?", she asked to confirm and I nodded. But after a few minutes, I decided to spill it out.

It was almost twelve when we arrived at the hospital. Kate noticed that I have been silent all the way to the hospital. She told me to call Harry and apologise, realising how bad and rude I was at him. So, I decided to wait at the lobby. "Take your time", Kate said and walked away to Sam's suite. When I was about to call Harry, a young lady, most-likely the same age as Sam, came by. "You must be Stella?", she asked. "Yea-", I replied. "Lovely! I'm Penelope", she introduced herself. Oh snap! Sam has told me about this Penelope girl once. I tried to recall. Yea right. Penelope Jane. Sam liked her so much though. He will spend all night talking about how beautiful she is and even show me some photographs of her that he took when they went out. Girls are so lucky to be loved by Sam. Its just that they can't appreciate it. Penelope is very beautiful. A blonde and a very polite American. Perfect.

"What can I help you?", I asked. There's a long pause right there. She looks sad. "I- I just wanna visit Sam", she finally replied. "Not a big deal. He's in Suite 79", I told her. "Thanks- You're not coming?", she asked and turned around before she go. "Thanks, but no, I need to make some calls", I showed my phone to her. She nodded and took the elevator up to level 6. Harry is still in my speed dial so its quite easy to call him. "Hey Haz-", I heard a very loud beat on the other line. "What do you want?", he asked. He sounded super high and drunk. "Are you drunk?!", I asked. "Why do you even care?!", he yelled back at me. Oh Lord should I be oddended? Because that sounded pretty offensive to me. "I just wanna say-", before I could continue, a voice interrupted. "Hey Come on lets dance!". I paused. I can't move. Literally freezing. I ended the call realizing who it was with Harry at the club. Shit.

As I entered Sam's suite, I saw Penelope is sitting on the couch talking to Mum and Kate while Dad is on the phone at the balcony outside the suite. "Come on over", Mum invited me to sit next to her. "Where were you?", she asked as I sat next to her. "I was making some calls", I replied. Dad called her at the balcony, leaving the three of us to chat. I look over at Sam. Who's still laying on the bed selflessly, fighting for his life. I want to be with him. I wish I can help him to fight. Penelope, Kate and I exchanged our numbers immidiately. Penelope is such a nice girl. She's very cool and fun to chat with. I can now finally guess why Sam likes her. Penelope excused herself after about an hour chat. She left a basket of fruits as a gift. I scooted the chair nearer to Sam.

"I'm graduating tomorrow", I said, holding his hand. I tried to hold my tears but I failed. I can't say a word when it comes to talking to Sam in his conditition right now. It makes me wanna cry more. I kissed his forehead and stood up. I need to be in school early tomorrow. "We'll be there:, Dad said. He kissed my forehead and gave me a light hug. "I don't mind if you don't", I replied. I walked over to Mum and gave her a hug. "Our only daughter is graduating! Of course we'll be there", she exclaimed. "Yea- and your only son is dying", I casually walked out with Kate. "We'll be there!", I heard Mum shouted from behind.

That midnight, I literally can't sleep. Thinking about what will happen tomorrow. Wondering if Sam would wake up. Kate is still watching the TV in the living room and I'm on the couch sitting next to her. Boring shows, boring night. I heard a loud knock a few moments later. I walked up to door and saw Harry and Gabriella standing right in front of me. "Stella, we need to talk", Harry said trying to reach for my hands. "Yes, babe, I really need to talk to you", Gabriella said.

"You guys are wasting your time, coming over here just to give your shitty explanations"

"I'm sorry", Harry said.

"Yes you should. About everything. About just now. You definitely should be sorry for yourself, Haz"

"Stella, I can explain everything", Gabriella stepped forward.

"You don't have to Gab. Your attitude explained everything. Gab, I thought you were my best friend. I thought we were like sisters. We share our problems. Our secrets. But sharing boyfriends? That's ridiculous. I left Harry hanging for a year for you but you ended up moving to LA, and even worse, you're having a crush on the same person as mine. Do you know how hard it is to struggle being a heart broken girl who needs to leave someone she really love for her best friend? It is so fucking hurtful, Gab and if you're asking why am I doing this, because I don't want to hurt anypne. I don't want to hurt you. Because you're my friend".

"But-", she paused.

"I'm sorry Gab. I don't think I want to know you now. Let's just act like our friendship has never existed before- Haz, I can't do this", I stopped. Before I shut the door, Harry grabbed my arm and came closer to me. "But remember, you're still mine...", he whispered.

Notes

CHAPTER TWELVE WAS SUPPOSED TO BE THE LAST CHAPTER BUT WHEN I DRAFT IT, IT WAS PRETTY LONG SO I'M GOING TO EXTEND THE CHAPTERS. THE NEXT CHAPTER WILL BE UP SOON. THANKS FOR READING. VOTE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, LEAVE YOUR FEEDBACKS AND SHARE! THANK YOU AGAIN AND LOVE YOU GUYS X

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