A Hint of Spice

Chapter 4

**Niall's POV** I quickly drove to my flat. She was still unconscious as I laid her down on my bed. Slowly, I lifted the hem of her shirt up and stopped just under her bra. A few purple spots lay on the tanned skin. I looked at her legs again. They too were spotted. A knot formed in my stomach. I pulled the covers over her body and kissed her forehead.

I turned and quietly left my room. I grabbed her phone from my pocket and texted Zara. "Can you come over? Keeley got hurt.. It's Niall."

There was a minute or two pause before a reply. Zara; "On my way Niall. What happened? Nvm.. Tell me when I get there. -Z x"

I let out a sigh of relief. I could learn a few things about her. My mind raced as I heard soft knocking on the door. I stumbled as I ran and swiftly opened the door. I stepped sideways to let Zara enter. She smiled and walked to my bedroom. I stood outside and looked at my feet. She soon emerged from my room.

"You saw them huh?"

I nodded. I didn't want to hurt her like whoever did that to her. I led Zara into the living room and sat her down. "Tell me about her." I quietly said.

"Well, she's always wanted a bad boy but the athletic ones get her attention. She likes blondes and brunettes and big biceps." Zara paused glancing at my arms and winking. "Ha umm..." She stopped to think. "She loves basketball.. That's like her life. Oh! And she's seen you before and has really liked you-" she stopped short.

"Who hurt her?" The words stung my tongue. I couldn't bear to think of someone hurting her. My eyes drifted to Zara slowly.

Her eyes fell to her hands in seconds. "H-her boyfriend."

"Who is he?"

"His name is Drew."

"Drew Wilkons?" I asked.

She nodded. "Ya. That's him." She stood. "I have to go. I have seen enough.. Too much. And I've told you just as much."

I stood and gripped her forearm. Tears welded up in my eyes. "Thanks for coming."

She nodded. "Y-you love her huh?"

I released her arm and sat back down quietly. She turned and walked out into the hall. I listened as I heard a door slam and then a car door slam shortly after. The car engine made me sure that she was gone.

I ran to my bedroom and stared at Keeley. She was amazing. Her eyelashes.. Her twitching fingers. Everything about her made me want her more. I quietly slipped into bed next to her.

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**Keeley's POV** I slid my eyes open and looked around. I was in Niall's bed with someone's arms wrapped around me. My face was turned and I looked at his closet. I glanced over my shoulder and smiled. Niall lay with his head just above mine with his arms wrapped around my waist. I grabbed his wrists slowly pulling them from me.

He groaned and pulled me closer and tightened his grip. I laughed silently and fixed my hair a little. Again I gripped his wrists and pulled his arms from my body. This time he yanked me to his body and held me in place. His arms around my waist, his hands on my stomach, and his legs intertwined with mine.

I grinned silently laughing again. I sighed and closed my eyes. I couldn't escape his grasp.

**

I felt him slightly move and go to pull away. He wouldn't let me go I wouldn't let him go either. I gripped his wrists and pulled him back into bed. As he laid back down I drove my forehead into his chest softly and rested there. His arms wrapped around my back. He laughed slightly as I dragged my fingers over his bare abs. He wore no shirt nor pants to bed. Just boxers.

I wrapped my arms around him and held him close.

He was just perfect. I kissed his bare chest softly and held him a tad tighter.

"I need to get up." He whispered to me. His chest hummed as he spoke. "I have work and I need some tea."

I shook my head. "No."

He laughed and shook his head. "I really do. I hate to leave you but I'll get fired. Come on babe..." His voice trailed off. He knew I had a boyfriend. He released me and got out of bed. He quickly walked to the bathroom. I sat up and sighed pushing hair behind my ear. I set my head in my hands. How did he find out?

I heard the door open and him shuffle to the hallway. My heart sank. My boyfriend was a jerk. Why wouldn't Niall step up and help me?

"I'll drop you off at your house on my way to work." He called.

I wiped away a tear and put a fake smile on. "Ok." I called back. I shifted so my feet touched the floor. I grabbed my crutches. The doc said I could go straight to crutches since the bone could be set back into place easier than they thought.

I hobbled to the kitchen and smiled at Niall. He was running around the kitchen before darting past me to the bedroom. He quickly emerged dressed for work.

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Breakfast had been light but good. We sat in his car as he drove down the road.

"Where do you work?" I asked as I stared out the window.

There was a pause before he answered. "I uh... I'm a trainer." He said as he parked in front of my house. He got out and ran over to my side helping me out. I grabbed my crutches and slowly made my way to the front door. Niall's hand was at the bottom of my back just in case I fell.

I slid the door open and wobbled inside. Niall grabbed my wrist and slowly turned me around. He stared into my eyes and held my waist. I leaned closer as he did. His lips pressed to mine as he held me close.

I didn't realize my eyes were closed until I opened them. He was walking backward out the door. "I'll see you this afternoon." He smiled. He closed the door. I didn't move until I heard the car drive away. I made my way to my couch and flipped the tv on.

**

I woke at the sound of a car. I grinned, Niall's finally off of work. I heard the door open and grinned wider. "In here Niall!" I called. I glanced up at the door as I grabbed my crutches. I stood but immediately stopped. "Drew...."

He took two steps and grabbed my forearms tightly. "Who's Niall?" He snapped.

"Drew let go! You're hurting me!" I screamed dropping my crutches.

He smirked and squeezed my arms tighter. Tears streaked across me cheeks. "Who is Niall!?" He snapped again.

I stared at him. "A guy who treats me better than you!!"

He glared. "I treat you wonderfully." He growled. His hand slowly raised into the air, I knew what was coming.