Just Friends

Part 32

You've just finished loading your baggages into the car. Your mom and dad is outside the house. "Sometimes, bring Niall here too. We'd love to meet him." Your mom says, smiling. Your dad pulled you in a hug. "Go and do your adventures, sweetpea. Enjoy." He says as he let go. Then you hugged your mom and kissed both of them in the cheeks. "I'll see you in six months." You say, smiling at them. Your week had been awesome, consisting of going on outings with your family, attending Michael's band practice. It's only a week left before you and Niall get back to Uni together. You hop into the front seat, with Michael on the driver's. Michael started the car, and it had been awkward silence until you said, "wow. It's been a great week, huh? Will I see you back in Uni?" Michael steals a glance at you. "To be honest, I don't know Y/N. I'm completely freaked out about everything. Camille's constantly texting me and wants to meet up. She lives in Sydney as well, in the city." You look away. "Well, maybe you should... You know, meet up with her. To at least see the kid." Michael softly replies, "I'm scared. Nobody else knows but you." He says. Surprised, you asked, "you didn't tell your parents?!" To which Michael quickly replied, "Y/N, how the heck am I supposed to tell them? Hey I got someone pregnant while on the way to Melbourne and she's now 4 months in?" Michael is seriously freaking out. "Mikey, let's stop for a bit. There." You point at a gas station with a small convenience store. Michael followed. As the car went into a complete stop, you hugged Michael. "Mikey." You say, "I believe you'll make the best decisions. This is just a rough patch, okay? I'll always be here when you need someone to talk to. You can call me anytime. I'll even help you with the kid." You say, smiling. Michael laughs slightly. "What would I do without you?" He says.
"To be honest? You might be a washed up singer on the streets." You manage a joke. Michael smiles his adorable, dorky smile.

When you got to the airport, you went on your toes to give Michael a huge hug. As you broke away, your face is still close to his; your lips daring itself to touch his. Michael's jaw clenches as he leans in, trying to close the little distance between your lips. But you looked away. And made your way inside the airport, looking back at a disgruntled Michael. Deep inside, you wish you hadn't left him like that. This is a vulnerable moment for him. But you had to see Niall. You just had to. Maybe someday, when the stars align in your favor, you'll see Michael again.