A Fairytale Story // L.S

Five

 In your eyes, beauty found its place,

Smiles chased tears, in your embrace.

In your love, I found my grace,

In your light, I found my space.

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"Have a wonderful day"

"You too" the woman and her daughter walked out of the bakery

"Louis?" Grace says while walking out of the kitchen

"Yeah?"

"Your shift's over darling"

"Oh I didn't even notice the time"

Louis walks into the back room and takes his apron off. He takes his belongings from his small locker and leaves the room.

"Bye Gracie"

"Bye lou, see you tomorrow"

"See ya"

As he stepped out of the bakery, the bell above the door gave a soft ding, marking his departure with a gentle chime.

With a heavy heart, he fumbles for his keys, the metallic jingle a stark contrast to the weight of his thoughts. Unlocking the car with a weary twist, Louis sinks into the driver's seat, the familiar embrace offering little comfort.

As he turns the key in the ignition, the engine hums to life, a reluctant accomplice to his journey.

With each mile, the road stretches out before him like a reluctant path, leading him to a destination he dreads, each turn amplifying the ache of anticipation.

~~~~~

Louis is in the middle of packing the last of his belongings when he hears the apartment's door open.

"Fuck" Louis whispers to himself

"Well well well, if it isn't the bitch who thought he could live without me. You know what? I'll take you back..but only if you beg for it"

"I'm not here to take you back, dumbass. I'm just taking my stuff and leaving" Louis says not even turning around to look at him.

"And where do you plan to put all your shit huh? On the street?"

"Not that it's any of your business, but I moved in with Harry"

Derek scoffs, "and you call me the cheater? I always knew you had a thing for that fucker!", Derek shouts.

Louis turns around angrily to face Derek

"Don't you ever call him that!"

"Don't raise your voice at me Louis, I'm warning you!"

"You're the one who started it!"

"Shut your fucking mouth!"

"Don't tell me what to do, dick!"

In a fit of rage, Derek's fist flies, striking Louis to the ground.

"Shit Louis I'm-"

"Don't! Just leave and come back in 30 minutes. I'll be gone"

"Don't tell me what to do! You're the one crying on the floor of my apartment!"

"If you don't leave right now I'll call the cops" Louis says while cupping his jaw, on the verge of tears.

"Fine I'm leaving. Not like I actually wanted you back, you ugly piece of shit"

 With a final glare, Derek storms out, the slam of the door echoing in the apartment as Louis remains on the floor in tears.

After taking a moment to collect himself and steady his trembling hands, Louis reaches for his phone, fingers rapidly tapping out a message.

Lou💙: I need you to come home asap (16:37)

Haz🐸: why what happened???? (16:38)

Lou💙: just pls come home (16:39)

Lou💙: I'll explain everything I promise (16:39)

Haz🐸: I'm telling my boss I'm goin (16:39)

Haz🐸: I'll be there in 20 (16:44)

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"Lou I'm home!"

"Lou?"

"I'm in the bathroom"

Harry runs into the bathroom

he finds Louis inside, holding a bag of ice to his jaw

"What happened?" Harry shouts

"Derek happened"

"Are you fucking kidding me? I know I said I wouldn't do anything to him but he crossed the line"

"Harry don't"

"Louis he hit you!"

"I know but it's fine"

"No it's not fine. You're hurt! Why was he even there? Wasn't he supposed to get there later?"

"He always came home at seven but maybe he was just cheating on me until then? I don't know and honestly I don't care anymore"

"Good, you shouldn't. Come on, let me help you get cleaned up"

~~~~~

The two boys were cuddling on the couch, watching tv. They didn't talk about what happened all night and Harry just had to ask.

"Hey Lou?"

"Yeah haz?"

As Harry opens his mouth to speak, his words dissipate into a soft exhale as he feels Louis shift beside him. With a glance, Harry finds himself lost in the pools of Louis' ocean blue eyes, their faces mere inches apart. In that moment, the world fades away, and Harry becomes acutely aware of the warmth radiating between them, the closeness pulling at the strings of his heart.

"Harry? Everything alright?"

"What? Oh yeah yeah um I was just wondering, why did Derek punch you? I mean I've always hated the guy, but he was never abusive towards you, right?"

"Oh yeah no he wasn't... It's just he thought I wanted him back, but when I said I live with you he got all angry and called you a name. I got mad that he called you that so I defended you and that's when he lashed out and punched me"

"You got hurt...for me?"

"Yeah, you're my best friend Harry, I'd take a bullet for you"

There was silence between the boys for a few moments.

"Please don't" the two boys laughed and Louis turned back around to continue watching the movie.

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All the love xx G