If I'm Louder~Liam Payne love story~

Chapter 8

(Alyssa's POV)

     

         This was it. Liam was leaving today, and I still can't believe it. I want him to do well. I want him to make it far in this competition and follow his dream, but at the same time, I don't. I want him to stay with me. To be there with me at school, and when my mom isn't home. I know it's selfish to think that way, but I can't help it.

         He is all I have, and once he is gone I don't know what I am going to do. I was at the table eating breakfast with Liam. The boys were heading over there early, so Liam came over to spend time with me before he had to say goodbye. We tried our hardest to keep it upbeat and happy, but lets face it, we both knew that while I was happy for him I was also dying on the inside.

        Louis, being the only one who actually could, was driving the boys to Harry's place. The moment when the doorbell rung I felt my stomach drop. He was really leaving me for who knows how long. I got up to go open the door. When I opened it I saw that Louis already had the rest of the lads, and Liam was the last one he needed.

        "You ready mate?" Louis asked with a smile on his face.

        "Yeah just give me a minute." he said turning back around to me.

        Liam engulfed me in a huge hug probably knowing it would be a while before we saw each other as well. Not wanting to let go of him I squeezed him harder. I felt the tears start to pool in my eyes ready to over flow, and I didn't stop them. What was the use? We all knew I was going to cry anyways. We hugged for a good two or three minutes before he finally let go, seeing as he had to leave. Leaning down he placed a soft kiss on my forehead.

        "Bye Alyssa." he said with tears in his eyes threatening to pool over.

        "I'm really going to miss seeing you every day." I could tell he was trying his hardest not to cry right now.

        "Goodbye Liam." I said while sniffling.

        "I'm really going to miss you too." I said not caring whether or not him and his friends saw me cry. Hugging him for the last time before he left was painful. It almost felt like once he was gone it would be like he was dead. Eventually he had to go though. I waved to him as he walked out of the door with Louis, Niall, and Zayn not far behind him.

        Once he was gone I lost it. Goodbyes were always the hardest, because while the other person is starting a new chapter in their life you are stuck right where you were before. There was also the fact of not knowing when you were going to see them again. I went up to my room, went to my bed, and cried myself to sleep.

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(2 years later)

        That was two years ago.

        Two years ago I watched my best friend walk out my door towards his dream. Now I watch my use to be best friend as he rises to number one in the charts all across the world.

        When Liam first went to the xfactor with the boys we kept in touch. He would call me at least once every day. If not more. We would even sometimes Skype. Then as the weeks went on he would call less and less, and if he did call he only had time to talk for a few minutes at a time. Eventually the calls stopped all together. It was like he no longer knew who I was. I didn't abandon him though. I still continued to watch and vote for him through the entire competition. I even cried when they got eliminated, because I knew how much this meant to him.

        I don't know what happened to him. All I know is that he isn't my Liam anymore. He is the Liam Payne from One Direction.

        The only way I got to see Liam now a days was through youtube, and tv. Despite the fact that he has forgotten all about me, and doesn't even talk to me any more, I am still very proud of Liam. He had a dream, he set out to achieve it, and now he is living it. I can't help but smile every time I see a video of them performing. All because I know this is exactly what he wanted the whole time.

        I am also not afraid to admit that I do like their music. I own every single one of their songs, and know them by heart. Despite the fact that I felt like I had to buy them because he used to be my friend, they were really good singers. Like really, really good singers.

        I just wish I could see him one more time. I want to talk to him see how he has been the past few years. Tell him everything that has happened to me. I want to ask him how it is living his dream. I want to know what it's like to get onstage and perform for thousands of people. I want to know what it's like to have girls screaming you name wherever you go. I want to know it all, I just don't think I will ever get the chance to see him again.

        Sighing I turned up the tv trying to get my mind off of Liam. I was watching, well have paying attention to, the news when I heard something that made me head snap up.

        "That's right girls. The one and only One Direction is coming right here to our little town." my eyes widened a little as I heard what she was saying.

         "They are doing a signing at the mall tomorrow at seven. If you want any chances of getting a spot in line I would suggest going as soon as possible. This is an amazing opportunity to meet the boys that have made their country very proud." I can't believe it!

        

         They are coming here. I might actually get to see Liam again! I know he hasn't called me or talked to me in years, but maybe he has a good reason for ignoring me.

         Whatever the reason I am going to that signing, and I am getting my best friend back.

         It wouldn't hurt to see the boys again either. I only knew them for a few days, but I still miss them from time to time too. I miss Louis' energy, Niall's hunger, Zayn's vanity, and Harry's flirtatious ways.

         Most of all I miss Liam. I miss my best friend. The one who protected me from anything and everything. The one who was like a big brother and a best friend mashed together. I really miss his voice. Sure I can listen to his CD, but it's just not the same as hearing him sing live, let alone to you.

          I quickly grabbed everything I would need, and prepared to spend the night. I was not going to miss this opportunity for anything. The last thing I needed to do was call my mom and make sure it was okay with her, which I am almost positive it will be. She answered after the third ring.

        "Hello?" she asked.

        "Hey mom it's me."

        "Oh hey sweetie! Do you need something?"

        "No, not really. I was just wondering if I could camp out to meet One Direction tomorrow?"

        "One Direction...Aren't they that silly boy band you like?"

        "Yes, and mom that aren't silly."

        "Yeah I guess so. I have to work late tonight anyways. Are you sure you will be fine by yourself?"

        "Yeah I am positive."

        "Okay well I have to get back to work. Have fun."

        "Thanks mom bye." after I said that she hug up. I did a little happy dance in my head. Now everything was in order. I had everything you could possibly need while camping out. Plus more. I ran to grab my stuff, and headed out the door practically bouncing.

         I am getting my best friend back.