Rock Me(A One Direction Love Story)

Chapter 29 Maybe Zayn was Right...

You push the door open and you see Niall finishing making a sandwich. He’s walking to the couch when he sees you and drops the plate. The other guys look at Niall and then they see you and all of them gawk. Liam quickly turns away blushing and soon Louis follows, but Zayn, Harry, and Niall can’t seem to look away. You smile awkwardly and walk past them and up to your room. It isn’t much later you hear someone knocking and you open up to Harry. “How is it possible that you’ve gotten hotter? You’re an absolute babe.” You giggle. “So you think it looks good?” “Good? Babe you’re smoking!! Any guy would be an idiot not to chase you.” You blush. “Wow. Just wow. I’m surprised Niall isn’t up here already!” “Well he did ask for space,” you say quietly. “I don’t think he’s gonna be wanting much space, now,” he says smirking. You roll your eyes. “So what are you guys doing?” “Oh we were just about to start watching a movie but— Oh my god, what is a semi doing outside our house?” You look outside and see a huge truck with a logo you recognize. “It’s the salon,” you say running downstairs. You run past the guys and outside. “Hello, You’re Elena Bryant right?” “Uh…no…” “This truck was sent here with a delivery for a Miss Elena Bryant…” “Hold on one second,” you say pulling out your phone and calling the studio who did your makeover. “Yes, may I please speak with Mademoiselle Clarion?” You wait. “Yes?” “Why is the studio dropping off a truckload of stuff for an Elena?” “Oh, that, yes we forgot to mention that. Uh just go along with it… We’ll be talking about that tomorrow.” “Tomorrow,” you ask confused. “Yes, you and the boys all have a meeting. Oh, have you decided who you will be taking on tour for you?” “I’m still considering a couple of people.” “Well they need to be here tomorrow for briefing,” you hear her say before hanging up. “I apologize. We do have a new guest coming in named Elena. You can just deliver everything inside and upstairs to the first bedroom.” You see the man nod and his crew start picking up boxes to carry upstairs. About an hour later, the crew finally unload the last batch and drive away. “Care to explain all that,” you hear Louis ask. “It’s from the studio,” you say running upstairs. You look at your room filled with boxes and you almost scream. ‘Okay, I need major help,’ you think. You hear a female voice downstairs and you see Eleanor smiling. “Hey guys, I’m back. Lou told me you had news.” “Yeah it’s bad news,” Louis says sadly. “No, Lou it’s not,” you say cutting in. “Eleanor, the boys are leaving for tour in a couple days and I have to go with them, but I’m allowed to bring another person, and El, you’re the closest friend to me right now so…” You see Louis’ face light up. “Well, babe?” “Uh, wow. Uh, yes…?” “Great!” “But I don’t have anything packed or anything, _____, I’m not prepared!” “That’s alright! We’ll stay up all night packing together because I’m not packed either!!” “Okay,” she says smiling. You grab her hand and drag her upstairs. “Okay, first let’s grab all your clothes out of your room and bring them in here so we can pack together,” you say going into her room. You guys grab every article of clothing in your hands and just toss it across the hall and into your room. Then El helps you push all your boxes into a pile on the other side. You put on the radio and you both get sorting through Eleanor’s clothes. You make a knock off dressing room out of a room divider and a sheet and she tries on outfit after outfit. Finally you have to separate piles of her clothes. Take and Leave. You help her put her things into different suitcases dividing them by category and month until everything is pretty much packed. “Okay, so what’s up with the whole new you look,” she asks finally. “It’s an image change…I have to pretend to be Zayn’s girlfriend while on tour.” “WHAT! Why didn’t you tell me? What about Niall?” “I know!” You launch into the whole story and show Eleanor the contract, so thankful you have someone to talk to. “Oh, I’m so sorry, _____.” “It’s alright, it’ll be okay,” you say walking over to your boxes. “Here, let me help.” Eleanor makes you try everything on and she Ooos and ahhhs over everything. “You have to pack all of it,” she says excitedly. You finally get everything divided and packed. “Wow, I am pooped. What time is it?” You look over at the clock. “9:30!” “Oh gosh, that took forever…so what all did they change about you?” “Eyes, mouth, hair, stomach, hips, and style.” “How are you taking it?” “I actually don’t mind the change. I actually feel pretty.” “Well that’s good,” she says yawning. “Sorry, I’m absolutely beat.” “Me too, I’m turning in,” you say pulling down your covers. “Night, _____,” she says walking out. “Night,” you say, as your eyes flutter closed. *The next day* “EVERYBODY UP!!! GET UP GET UP GET UP,” you hear Liam shouting at the top of his lungs. You groan and throw your pillow at the door as you hear him enter your room. “Meeting with management! Can’t be late!” You sigh getting up and getting ready. Finally all of you get in the van and drive to Modest Industries. You walk inside and are ushered to the back. You all file into a room and you see the agent you talked to the day you signed the contract. “Well someone looks stunning,” she says to you. “Sit, sit.” You see Niall look at you and you realize that you haven’t seen him since you got home. You make eye contact and he looks away. “Oh and Eleanor what a pleasant surprise. You look lovely. So I’m guessing you’re the tour buddy.” You see Eleanor nod a little as Louis slips his arm around her and Harry shifts uncomfortably. “Alright well, I just wanted to walk about the boyfriend girlfriend situation, but first _____, I’m sure you have an idea of the name change. Correct?” “Name change?” “Wasn’t it obvious with the delivery? We’re changing your name to Elena Bryant.” “Can you do that? Just randomly change my name without my mom’s approval?” “We can do whatever we want dear, you’re under contract. Now, I’m starting to like you, don’t make me change my mind.” You sit back and shut up not wanting to get on the agent’s bad side. “Okay, so as you all know, the bus will be delivered tonight at midnight and you can either get packed up then or you can wait. Bus pulls out at 4:30. Don’t be late. Zayn and Elena I would suggest you start spending time together if you haven’t already. “I don’t think that will be a problem considering he hasn’t stopped looking at her since she got home yesterday,” Niall says annoyed. “Temper, temper. You boys better drop the drama or there will be trouble. Now, here’s your bus contracts. Sign these and go home. Get your rest. Can’t have our boys tired for tour,” she says matter-of-factly while slipping all of you guys contracts. “Oh, and don’t forget her name is Elena. You will all call her Elena. Got it?” Everyone nods or murmurs. “Good, now everyone out except for her and Zayn.” You hear Niall mutter something as he walks out and Zayn rolls his eyes. “Alright you two, how’s the sparks going?” “She hates my guts,” Zayn says with a smirk. “Oh that’s lovely,” the agent says with sarcasm. “Come on, scoot together.” Zayn slides next to you and you glare at him. “Oh come on Elena, at least try.” You sigh and scoot under his arm. “Aw, it’s cute. Definitely the couple of the year. Now rest your head on his shoulder.” You do as she says. Of course your head fits perfectly. “Well, it’s a good look for you both, but it’s awkward and strained. You definitely need to work on cuddling and I’m sensing some tension. I think we need to let it out, or this isn’t going to go too well. “We’ve had some disagreements,” Zayn says lightly. “Oh? Do spill.” “Niall,” he says tightly. “Oh, what about him,” she says becoming interested. “He thinks he’s in love with her, when they barely know each other… I just don’t want to see her get hurt…” he says softly and you look at him. “_____, I’m sorry for being such a jerk to you and Niall, I just wanna look out for you and I want you to know all your options.” He looks at you and you wonder if there’s hiding meanings behind his words. You sigh. “How do you know Niall doesn’t love me?” “You know what, why don’t we bring Niall in here. I’d love to speak with him alone,” the agent says. You and Zayn exit the room and tell Niall to go in. You wait in the hallway awkwardly until you see him walk out and push past you. You catch a glimpse at his face. You see tears. “Elena,” the agent calls you. “Well, looks like Zayn was right. Niall doesn’t really feel love.” “What,” you say confused. “We got him talking and I got him on camera. Care to see?” You look at the screen behind her. “So Niall, what do you think of all that’s happened in the past few days?” “It’s crazy. The rush is insane.” “Oh I mean with Elena.” “Elena? Oh right, _____. What about her?” “What’s really going on with you two?” “Nothing really, I thought we might have something but I don’t think it’s gonna go anywhere.” “Why not, don’t you have feelings for her.” “She’s not really my type. I just don’t fee; any—“ “Stop,” you say tearing up. “Oh come now Elena, you’ll smudge your make up.” You shake your head still not believing Niall could use you like that. Zayn was right. You should’ve taken your time. “So, now what do you think of Zayn.” “I think I should listen to him more, and give him a chance,” you say softly. “That a girl. You’re my favorite at the moment. Don’t spoil it.” You nod. “Have a good time on tour Elena,” she says waving you out. You wipe your tears and walk out. You see Niall looking at you and you look away from him with anger. “You alright,” you hear Harry whisper. Zayn looks at you and you give him a look that tells him he was right. He nods and you follow him out. The others look at each other confused but follow you to the van and you all ride home in awkward silence.