Hold On For Dear Love (Sequel to WILD)

Emily's POV

Friday morning came sooner than I expected. As I laid in bed it felt like those three days had passed in the blink of an eye, and now that it was finally here I couldn't help but smile. Four years ago today Harry and I officially became a couple, and I remember it like it was yesterday. Harry, Niall, and I had been at a restaurant and I suddenly became painfully aware of the fact that much prettier girls were flirting with Harry nonstop. I decided that I wasn't possibly good enough for him and ended up leaving, but he chased after me. He told me that I WAS good enough and he loved me just the way I was.

Then he kissed me....and it was by far one of the best kisses I'd ever had (though there had been few before that). Even today that one kiss remains the most memorable. We shared the passionate kiss in the rain, something that both of us had always wanted and it was absolutely perfect.

Harry was also my first kiss. It may sound weird because I dated Eric for about two months before I met him, but it was different with Eric. He didn't really care for me at all...I could tell just by the way he acted around me. He wanted only one thing...something that I'm glad I lost to Harry and not an asshole like him.

Harry is the complete opposite of Eric. He's kind, gentle, funny, and knows exactly how to make you feel better when you're feeling sad or sick. He makes a habit of taking the time to let you know how much he loves you every day, whether it be in person or over the phone. He's the type of guy to send you flowers for no occasion other than to make you smile. Everything about him is just perfect.

I smiled to myself and got up out of bed to find where Harry went off to. He wasn't in bed when I woke up so I figured that he was out on the beach somewhere or was watching tv in the living room. As I walked out of the bedroom I was greeted by the familiar faces of Jenna, Zoe, Sophia, Eleanor, and Perrie. They all squealed happily and pulled me into a group hug, making me laugh.

"Oh my gosh! What are you guys doing here?!" I asked.

"We're here to steal you away for the day on orders by Mr. Styles himself." Jenna said with a smile.

"Yeah. We flew out here last night." Perrie added.

"I can't believe this....I missed you guys! Come here!!" I pulled them into another group hug and we all laughed.

"Well. Go on and get ready! We're going out!" Eleanor said, pushing me back into the bedroom.

I changed into jean shorts, a light blue tank top, and flip flops. After that I pulled my hair up into a messy ponytail and grabbed one of Harry's sweaters to wear in case it got cold.

Once I was finished we all went down to the dock where Jimmy was waiting in the boat. As we walked up I saw Anthony on the boat talking to him. The two of them seemed to really hit it off, just like I hoped they would.

"Tony!" I yelled, catching his attention as I stepped onto the dock.

"Emily! Come here, girl"

He pulled me into a hug and kissed my cheeks.

"You look beautiful. How has your vacation with your dreamy boyfriend been?"

"It's been pretty amazing"

"I bet you had epic vacation sex. Did he 'Rock' you, Emily? Did you show him you care?" He joked.

My cheeks turned red and I smacked him.

"Tony!! That's none of your business!"

"Oh, you so did!" He exclaimed.

"So, um. Where are we going?" I asked Perrie, completely changing the subject.

"Well, first we are going to the spa to get massages" she answered.

"That sound so amazing right now"

"I bet it does after those long nights" Anthony said with a laugh.

"Tony, I will throw you off this boat!" I warned.

He gasped and his hands immediately went to his hair.

"No! You'll ruin my hair!" He cried.

"Then stop with the sex jokes"

"Fine"

He stuck his tongue out at me so I flipped him off making the girls and Jimmy laugh. A few minutes later we arrived at the docks and we all got off and headed to the spa (I had invited Jimmy to come with us so he could talk with Tony some more). We were separated for the massages then came back together for facials and whatnot.

The whole time spent there was the most relaxing thing ever. We chatted about everything from clothes to the latest member of Sophia and Liam's family, their puppy. When I saw the picture I couldn't help but let out a loud "awwwee!"

He was the most adorable little great dane puppy I had ever seen. It made me want a puppy of my own, and I made a mental note to talk to Harry about it when we got back home.

"So have you written any new songs?" Perrie asked me.

"Yeah actually. I still have to work things out on my piano, but I have the melody already in my head" I answered. "I'll probably get to work on it after I shoot my music video for 'Gold'
the day after I get back. Speaking of which, I want you guys to be in it."

"Really? That would be awesome!" Eleanor said excitedly.

"From what the director sent me it seems like we're going to be on location with a big mansion surrounded by a garden. The pictures were beautiful. I'll have to show you girls later"

~.:o:.~

The rest of the day was spent shopping or tanning at the beach, typical girl stuff. We had an absolute blast though, and Tony seemed to really hit it off with Jimmy. The two of them were laughing and smiling at each other. It was so cute that I had to take a picture and as I was doing that the girls suddenly freaked out.

"Oh my gosh! We have to get you ready!" Zoe said, pulling me to my feet.

"Ready for what?" I asked with a confused expression.

They all grinned at me.

"You'll find out soon enough" Jenna said with a grin.

"This is going to be so awesome!" Zoe said excitedly as they dragged me back to their hotel.

"What the hell is going on here!?"

They ignored me and I took a deep sigh before deciding it was pointless to fight them. After being dragged through the hotel and to the room the girls -and guys- sat me down in the kitchen and did my hair all wavy with the left side tied back so they could stick a flower in. After that they gave me a little makeup before shoving me into the bedroom to change into a dress they picked out. I put it on and looked at myself in the mirror. It was a halter top dress that went down to just below my knees. The girls had paired it with black sandals that fit together perfectly with it.

"You ready?" Jenna asked as she peeked her head in.

"Yep. You going to tell me what we're doing now?"

"Almost. Just come with us"

She pulled me out into the living room where everyone else was waiting and they all smiled at me.

"Emily, you look gorgeous! Let me take a picture of you" Perrie said as she pulled out her phone.

I did a little pose and she snapped the photo then laughed when it came out.

"Its perfect. Now, we have to go. It's going to be sunset soon and you need time to get to the secret spot"

"You guys are confusing me, but okay"

Once again I found myself being dragged around the island. We made our way to the other side where there was a second beach that overlooked the almost setting sun. I looked out on the beach and saw all of the boys -except Harry- standing there with smiles on their faces. I ran up and hugged them, unable to help myself.

"Boys! I missed you! What are you guys doing here?" I asked.

"We're part of the plan, of course. One that is starting right now. Niall, the envelope please" Louis said, holding his hand out to the younger boy.

I watched as Niall pulled a small white envelope out of his pocket and gave it to Louis, who then gave it to me. I gave them a confused look, then glanced down at the paper. It had my name written across it in Harry's handwriting. I smiled and opened it.

'Emily,
You're probably confused right now, but you'll have to hang in there for a bit longer. I left a trail of notes along the beach for you. On each one I have written my favorite things about you and the best moments I've ever had with you. At the end of the trail is a surprise.
Have fun on my little scavenger hunt of love xx -H'

The smile on my face grew wider as I read it over again. I looked up at everyone and they pointed to the left down the beach where I could see a neon colored note sticking out of the sand.

"Well, get going" Liam said, giving me a small push in the direction of the note.

I stepped towards it and glanced back at their smiling faces before setting off to grab the note. I opened it and read it.

#1: I love that you are so in touch with your inner child. I'd watch Spongebob with you any day.

I laughed and walked off to find the next one.

#2: I still remember the first day I saw you across the room in that club. You looked pretty sexy in that dress ;)

#3: I love that I can talk to you about anything, no matter how embarrassing it may be.

#4: Our first kiss. Man, that was amazing. In that moment I was hooked by you and couldn't wait to meet you again.

#5: Your jokes, though they are pretty cheesy -haha. Cheesy. Get it?- they never fail to make me laugh.

I laughed at that one. He was obviously making a reference to my horrible pizza joke that made us both giggle no matter how ridiculous it was.

#6: You made my dream for a passionate kiss in the rain come true. Thank you for that.

#7: Your eyes. They remind me of a clear blue sky in summer. I could just stare into them all day and never get bored.

#8: The first time I heard you sing. It was like I was listening to an angel. Then you started playing your guitar and your devilish side came out. A perfect combination. 20% angel, 80% devil. Only you will get that reference :)

Of course I got it. It was from one of my all time favorite movies, Fast and Furious. I only made him watch all five like twenty times.

#9: Your laugh. I know you think it's weird and embarrassing, but it's seriously the cutest thing ever. Never be ashamed of it.

I kept walking and picking up letters for twenty minutes. My stack was getting bigger and bigger. I couldn't believe that he actually took the time to write out every single one of these notes. The whole thing was incredibly adorable and romantic and made me start to tear up. I finally came to the last note and opened it up.

#50: Today will soon become another moment to add to the list. Keep walking in this direction until you come to the gazebo located at the end of the dock.

I followed his instructions and soon found the gazebo. It was a beautiful sight. The sunset was in the background of the gazebo that was lit with strings of lights that were wrapped around it. Inside was a tv set with a dvd player hooked up to it. I noticed a quiet electric generator behind it and turned it on, then looked at the note that was taped to the tv screen.

'Play the DVD'

I did so and smiled widely when Harry's face came on the screen.

"Hey, Emily. It's almost time to reveal the big surprise, but before that there are a few people who want to talk to you"

The video switched to Perrie, Eleanor, and Sophia standing side by side and smiling at the camera.

"Emily, you and Harry are like peanut butter and jelly. You're just meant to be." Eleanor said.

"Not to mention the fact that you two are so adorable together" Sophia added.

"He's without a doubt the one you belong with" Perrie finished.

It switched again to Zoe and Jenna.

"Man, I remember when you first told me about meeting him. Your eyes just lit up and you blushed like crazy when I asked how cute he was" Jenna said with a laugh.

"Every time you talk about him the same thing happens. Watching you two is like watching a real life fairy tale. It's just perfect." Zoe added.

The video went on to show all of my friends talking about my relationship with Harry and how perfect we were for each other. Matt came on and said something along the lines of 'he's the only one I trust to take care of my baby sister, but that doesn't mean I won't kick his ass if he hurts you'. Then something happened that I didn't expect. The videos switched and I found myself staring back at my father. Tears welled up in my eyes and I small sob escaped my throat at the sight of him. It got worse when I heard his voice.

"Hi, sweetheart. I know you told me not to hurt your boyfriend, but there were a few times when I really wanted to kill him. Regardless of what I thought you still went back to him and made me realize that he could do more than make up for his mistakes. He truly loves you with all his heart and I couldn't be more happy to give you away to him. When he first asked me if he could marry you he was so nervous, I thought he was going to faint..."

Everything quickly fell into place when I heard that. The secret phone calls, the 'work' days, the spa day, the notes. My emotions went haywire and I found myself crying even harder than before.

"But in the end he relaxed and was very determined to get me to say yes. I was actually quite impressed that he asked me in the first place. Anyways, I just wanted to say that I will always love you no matter what. I wish you a happy life with him."

The screen switched to words that read "turn around". I did and gasped when I saw Harry standing there in black suit pants, a long sleeved black dress shirt, and black shoes. My eyes glanced over him and I couldn't help but think of how incredibly sexy he looked. I snapped myself out of it and focused on him as he began to speak.

"Hey" he said with a nervous smile.

"Hi" I said with a small laugh.

“I had this whole big speech written out and I practiced it a million times, but now that I'm here, looking at you, I don't remember anything. After almost eight months of planning you'd think I would be prepared for this, but apparently not."

He let out a nervous laugh and I looked down to see his hands shaking. I smiled warmly and took them in mine, giving them a small squeeze of reassurance. He smiled at me and took a deep breath.

"Emily, after spending those few hours with you in Starbucks I knew that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you. As our time together went on that feeling got stronger and stronger. We've been through hell and back so many times I've lost count, but I afterwards I feel like we can make it through anything."

"You're my best friend who I can talk to about anything and never get judged for it. You're my amazing girlfriend who I have the great pleasure of kissing whenever I want and spoiling all the time. You're the stop to my go. The right to my left. The jelly to my peanut butter." I giggled at the last one and he smiled.

"Four years ago today, I asked the most amazing, beautiful, and caring person to be my girlfriend. So it’s only fit that today be the day that I ask you to be my wife."

He gave me a cheeky grin and winked, then pulled a small box out of his pocket. He knelt down on one knee and opened the box revealing the most beautiful ring I'd ever seen. My tears started up again and I choked back a sob.

"Emily...Will you make me the happiest man in the universe and marry me?" I nodded my head, not trusting myself to speak in my state. He grinned and placed the ring on my left hand before standing up and pulling me into a passionate kiss. My arms wrapped around his neck and pulled him closer, my lips moving hungrily against his.

When we both ran out of air we reluctantly separated our lips, but didn't let go of each other. We held each other in a tight embrace, pure happiness radiating out of both of us.

"I love you" Harry said into my hair.

"I love you, too" I answered.

I pulled back to smile at him.

"Please tell me you taped it"

"Of course I did. I want to remember this day forever. I want to show it to our kids so they can see how awesome their dad is" he said with a grin.

I lightly hit his chest and he laughed, then reached up to wipe the tears from my cheeks.

"How long ago did you make that?" I asked.

"About three months before the VMAs. I was going to do it a month after, but things happened so I figured I would wait."

"Thank you for not taking his part out"

"I didn't even think about it. Anyways, we should get back. Everyone is waiting for us."

He took my hand and led me back down the dock and up the beach to where another little party area was set up. Almost everyone Harry and I knew stood there waiting. Paul, Sara, my uncle, Harry’s family and friends, and also Matt.

"So, future Mrs. Styles, are you ready for the craziness that is waiting for us when we get back home?" He asked me.

I smiled.

"As long as you're with me I can get through anything." He smiled back and pressed his lips to mine in a soft kiss that sent tingles down my spine.

In that moment I truly did feel like I could make it through anything with him. We held each other together through the hardest times and never let the other carry any extra weight on their shoulders. In that moment I knew that I was more than ready for this... To spend the rest of my life with Harry Edward Styles... To call him my husband and I his wife... Emily Jo Styles...That has a nice ring to it.

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