More Than This

Chapter 10

Anne made us tea and brought us cookies as Harry and I studied in his room. I honestly didn't want to leave Harry when he's in so much pain but unfortunately my Mum had been calling me like crazy since 5. Hesitantly I stand up from Harry's bedroom floor, meeting his forest green eyes.

"I should get going. Mum's been blowing up my phone for an hour now." I tell him, walking up to and wrapping my arms (gently) around his shoulders. He kisses my arm and nods.

"Okay, I don't want you getting in trouble Lou" he says bending his head back, looking up at me and smiling. Neither of us made an effort to move, being quite comfortable in our cuddling position. I couldn't ignore the feeling of complete adoration that washes over me every time Harry tightened his grip on my arms. I felt so comfortable when I was with Harry, I was so me around him. When I'm with Harry it's like no one else in the world exists and I know that sounds crazy cheesy but it's true. I can't seem to find myself caring about anyone else's opinions if it meant I had Harry in my arms and in my heart. I found myself chuckling quietly at the thought of having Harry in my arms all the time. "What's so funny?"

"Nothing I just realised something babe" I said smiling at him "I should really get going before my Mum sends a search party or something."

"Yeah probably. I'll walk you out" he smiles, standing from his chair with only slight difficulty. We walk down the hallway and back into the living room, being met with wide smiles from Harry's family. Harry groans for some unknown reason, grabbing my wrist and practically dragging me out the door. I have to be honest, I'm a little confused and... hurt?

"Trying to get rid of me quickly hey Styles" I say hoping my sassy attitude will hide the hurt that I truly feel. He chuckles, shaking his head.

"Never. I just know my family and I know those looks." He says, and everything seems to click. I know I have failed to hide my intense blush when Harry's smile widens, and my hands automatically move to poke his dimples. I mean seriously how could I not? "You're cute when you blush"

That did not help Harry Edward Styles.

"I'm not." There is a short pause between us as he seems to analyse my face, almost like he's trying to memorise it. "I'm coming out when I get home"

I say it before I even realise. It's true I made up my mind when I noticed how completely in love I am with this boy. That doesn't help to calm the crazy extreme nerves that have come to join the party. I just hope my parents are as accepting as Anne and Robin.

"That's a really big step Lou. Are you sure?" I find myself smiling at his concern. I like that he is worried about me, it makes me feel safe.

"100 percent" I say, repeating his words from earlier today. I know he hates it when I use his words against him, but I think he's cute when he pouts.

"Okay. Tell me how it goes at school tomorrow. I'm so so proud of you Louis, you have no idea" he plants a kiss on my cheek before engulfing me in one of his signature hugs. I chuckle and hug him back before, releasing myself and making my way to my car. The nerves are getting really intense and I can't help but run back over to Harry and quickly peck his lips. I race back to my car, winking at his shocked figure and drive away. This is about to get serious and I'm not the one for serious conversations. I mean really who came up with the idea, it's awkward and uncomfortable. Anyone who says they like having serious conversations is lying straight to your face and you should definitely run in the opposite direction.

Before I know it, I am pulling into my car space out the front of my house. I hadn't realised how big it was until seeing Harry's small one-story house, it almost looks intimidating now. I take the keys out of the ignition before taking a giant deep breath in, much like Harry did before he told his parents about the beatings. I'm terrified now. What if this is the last time I walk into this house? No, I can't think like that. My parents love me and they always will. I know that. So why is this still so terrifying?