Behind The Camera - Wroetoshaw

No More (100)

(Layla's POV)

I feel really relieved after last nights dinner. I was able to talk and debrief about some of my feelings with Becki after Zoe was brought up. I'm starting to realise that I have been so self indulged, that I haven't been supportive or listening to others around me. I have pushed Harry's needs aside instead of embracing his feelings and opinions.

Today I have an early dinner with my parents and grandparents to discuss dates for the delivery of my child. I have assumed at this point that a baby shower is not in the books and it's not the most important thing we need to focus on right now. Although seeing my family and Becki again has been really fun, I believe the best thing to do right now is catch an earlier flight home. I can't keep dwelling on all of this, I need to go home and see Harry.

"Layla, my beautiful granddaughter how are you?" My grandmother, Helen, approaches me in our living room. Shortly after her, my grandfather James shuffles through the front door.

"Hi, I'm great thank you" I invite Helen into a hug. She gives me a kiss on the cheek and smiles at me.

"You really are glowing. Your skin is so shiny" Helen traces her finger down my cheek.

"Stop harassing the poor girl" James steps in front of Helen and brings me into a hug. I feel his stubble on his chin slightly scratch my cheek as he leaves the hug.

"I actually have some exciting news that I want to share with the both of you" I sit the lovely old couple on our couch. They both stare at me with excitement and wait for the news.

"Well?" Helen nods her head slightly almost indicating that she's ready for me to share.

"I'm pregnant with your first great grandchild" I look between both of them. At first there's nothing, then a huge smile grows on each of their faces and I feel amazing.

"I can't believe that I have lived to see this day!" Helen covers her mouth and gasps with joy. James winks at me and gives me the facial expression of 'I'm proud'. I'm glad this news has gone down smoothly. I didn't want one of them to have a heart attack or something.

"So where is the young chap, is he here with you?" James looks at me and my parents. I don't want to worry them or make them unsure.

"He's really busy with work at the moment, he couldn't make this trip unfortunately" I try to make an excuse that's not a huge lie

"But this is your child, how could he put something before that?" Helen's face went from being super happy to sad almost. I feel guilty for lying, but I don't think they would understand our situation right now.

"Your right, he should be here. But someone has to make money while I'm not working" I set it straight. My grandparents never really understood my job as a youtuber. It's confusing for older people to understand the whole social media concept. To their understanding Youtube is an app where you share videos. Which technically it is, but they don't understand the career and salary side of it.

"Anyways, we invited you both here to discuss dates for flying to London for the birth of the baby" My mum changes the subject, thank goodness.

"We are going to fly to London? Why don't you birth the baby here in your home country?" Helen seems confused and almost forgetting the fact that I live in London.

"Well, Harry and I live in London so that's where our family is going to begin. I know it might be a hassle for you guys to fly over, but we have a proper house now with a backyard and many spare bedrooms. I have offered to pay for your flights and any other expenses you will need whilst visiting" I try to convince my grandparents to fly over. They have to, all they talked about when I was a teenager was being there when my baby or babies were born.

"I guess a trip overseas would be alright. When are we going to fly over?" James sighs loudly. I know he might not be completely on board, but at least they will both be there.

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(Harry's POV)

Layla texted me saying that she was having a discussion with her parents about dates for flying over. I feel like I should've been there for that conversation, but what's done is done. I'm just glad that her parents and grandparents will be here and I will be able to speak to them again.

"Everything all good?" Simon stands opposite me and my phone.

"Yep, just a text from Layla. Nothing to worry about" I slide my phone into my pocket and walk with Simon to the big circle of chairs. Today we are filming 'The Wheel' sidemen edition. I have a feeling that today will be a pretty good day and at least Layla and I are some what talking, even if it's over text.

"Harry, you chose MMA right?" Vik takes a seat on the chair next to me.

"Yep, this should be fun" I sarcastically answer Vik before suiting down in my chair.

"You'll be fine, it's all for fun anyway. Nothing serious" Vik tries to ease my racing mind. Why did I pick MMA? I don't know hardly anything about it!

"Alrighty, are we ready to begin recording?" Stephen stands in the middle of the circle and adjust his suit. He looks quite fancy if I do say so myself.

"Yep, let's start" a few of the production team adjust some small changes and make their way off stage so we can begin.

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(Layla's POV)

"My due date is the 17th of December, so we would book flights for the 10th of December, a week before incase I'm early, and we will book the return flights after the baby is born" I start discussing dates with my family.

"It's so close to Christmas, are you sure we would be there and back before that" Helen looks slightly worried.

"Well, I was thinking that you guys could stay for Christmas. We'll put on a huge dinner and spend Christmas all together with our new baby" I propose the idea. My parents look happy and pleased with the idea, and my grandparents look 50/50. I get this would be a huge travel, but it would be so worth it.

"I think a family Christmas with the newborn would be a perfect way to welcome him or her into the family" my mum defends my idea.

"I agree. A cold Christmas would be nice for a change too" my dad winks at me. I'm really happy that my parents are pleased with a change of scenery for one of the most wholesome family traditions.

"Sure. This Christmas will be a cold welcoming one for the little baby. It should be lovely" Helen finally caves and shows her appreciation for my gesture.

I need to text or call Harry and let him know that the dates are all planned and sorted. I just hope that he will be happy to hear from me.

Written 15-7-21
Published 19-7-21
Words 1267

(This is my 100th chapter! I can't believe how crazy this journey has been so far and I cannot wait to continue it through this story and many more stories to come! Love and appreciate all of the support!❤️)