I woke up to my alarm and hopped out of bed. I put this on http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=42918982 and headed to find Zayn. He was taking me to class today because the rest had things to do. I found him as he was coming out of his apartment. I smiled at him and as he turned I saw what was in his hand.
Me: Zayn.
Zayn: What?
I pointed to his hand that was behind his back. He played dumb.
Me: You know that's bad for you.
He sighed and pulled his arm out.
Zayn: I can't just stop. I'm fine.
He put the cigarette back into his mouth and turned. I followed him as we walked to his car.
Me: I'm just saying.
He glanced at me, slightly irritated and put it out in the ash tray above the trashcan before we got in his car.
Me: Your lungs can thank me later.
Zayn: Yeah, yeah.
He smiled and we were off. He let me out and after I shut the door he rolled down the window. I turned back to thank him.
Zayn: No problem. Are you coming to the studio with us afterwards?
I smiled.
Me: Wouldn't miss it! Just send someone who isn't recording to pick me up.
He nodded and I waved goodbye. I found Kaitlyn in class. After a few hours of lecture, the professor dismissed us and we gathered our things. I told her goodbye and walked outside, scanning the lot for any of the boy's cars. My eyes landed on a familiar model, brand new. Why would they send him? I reluctantly walked up to his car and he got out.
Me: Hello Styles.
Harry: Shay, look, I just wanted to say that I'm sorry. I'm sorry I cheated on you and I'm sorry about what I said to the fans.
I adjusted my backpack, waiting for him to continue.
Harry: I know that we are over and I just wanted to ask if we could start fresh.
I gave a weak smile.
Me: I don't know about a fresh start, but I would like to be friends again.
He smiled and hugged me. Smelling his cologne and feeling his arms around me brought back painful memories. I fought the urge to press my lips to his, and found the strength to pull away.
Me: That's probably not a good idea.
He nodded and we got in the car. We were able to somewhat carry on a conversation and soon arrived at the recording studio. He led me to where the rest of the boys were. They looked up at us questioningly and I simply walked over and sat by Niall. Before long, Liam appeared and greeted me. I got to listen to them for a couple hours. It was cool being able to hear them all sing their same parts to the songs individually and just hear their part of the harmonies. After a while George called them into a discussion about the album and tour and then dismissed them. The boys came bounding back to me. Louis threw his arm around my shoulder.
Louis: So where shall we go now?
Me: I really don't care.
Niall: I'm starving.
We laughed.
Zayn: When aren't you starving?
Niall: Right after I finish eating.
We laughed again and headed for the cars. We split between Harry and Zayn's cars because they were the only ones that drove that morning. I rode with Zayn and Liam and the other 3 rode in Harry's car. Soon we arrived at Nando's. Niall must have decided. We got out and ate. It didn't take long before we were all stuffed and back in the cars. We decided to go to Liam's apartment to hang out because he had just gotten a new video game and all the other lads wanted to play. I plopped onto the couch and soon the rest of the guys piled around me. Harry and Niall sat in beanbags in front of us. They played for a while and I just laughed at their crazy antics. When Harry started beating Louis, Louis started kicking his beanbag, putting his bum in Harry's face and other crazy distractions, but Harry won regardless.
Louis: That is SO not fair.
He looked at me innocently and pointed his finger at Harry.
Louis: He cheated!
Harry bit the finger that was in front of his mouth and Louis yelped.
Louis: Shay, did you see that?? He just BIT me!
I laughed.
Me: Sorry Lou. You shouldn't have put your finger there.
He pouted and Zayn took over his controller. After a while I found myself yawning. Liam looked at me.
Liam: Do you need to get some sleep?
I shook my head.
Me: No but I think I'm going to close my eyes for a bit. Do you mind?
He shook his head and I leaned my head on his shoulder sleepily. I heard the noises of the game for a short while before everything went black.
LIAM'S POV
She asked me if she could rest on me and I shook my head. Soon her brown curls were draped over my shoulder and her breathing became even. My arm started to fall asleep, but I didn't want to wake her so I just dealt with it. She looked like such an angel. After a while the other lads tired of playing and turned it off.
Niall: Shay?
Me: Asleep.
Zayn: Awe! Sleeping on Liam's shoulder.
I made a face and he just laughed.
Louis: Aren't you two just precious?
I rolled my eyes. Harry looked at me blankly and Niall just laughed.
Me: Well I don't want to wake her.
Louis acted like he was taking a picture of us.
Me: Come off it.
I shifted under Shay and she unconsciously put her arm around my waist. The others started laughing again, quietly, Harry's face still emotionless. I hushed them and carefully removed her hand and slipped out from under her, resting her head on the arm of the couch. She stirred slightly, but was still out. Niall offered to carry her back to her room, but I just said that she could sleep on the couch. I let the others out and locked the door behind them. As I walked back to my room I looked at her. I wish she could have slept on my shoulder all night. She was so cute and perfect. I was starting to fall for her, but I knew I could never act on my feelings. Harry still liked her and he was my friend, but that didn't make walking away from her any easier. I scratched my neck as I slipped into my own bed. Why did life have to be so complicated?