A Picture Worth A Thousand Words

Chapter 6

NIALL'S POV (still)

I dragged her out onto the stage with the rest of her friends. She was so embarrassed, her freckled cheeks were blood red. I comforted her by squeezing her hand. She turned to me and smiled.

"I'm not going to sing.", Abby stated.

"Awe, please sing with me!", I whispered away from the mic.

"No! I can't sing!". She wasn't about to argue on stage so her and a couple friends sat on the couch. One girl however, didn't sit with them. Zayn told me her name was Bailee. She was really tall and had the same eyes and skin as Zayn. They were like a perfect match.

I couldn't tell what they were saying but he handed her a mic. I guess she was going to sing with us.

BAILEE'S POV

"No! I can't and won't sing!", I told Zayn.

"Awe, at least one of my solos? Please!", he demanded as he gave me the cutest pouty face.

"One!", I shouted as I lifted my pointer finger.

I went and sat on the couch with the rest of the girls. Abby had a mic too. Niall must have asked her to sing with me and Zayn. I knew I could sing, maybe just not in front of a huge crowd of people. I didn't want to show Zayn my true talent just yet. I wanted it to be a surprise.

The song was More Than This. This was my favorite song. I sat on the couch and swayed as Niall began strumming his guitar. He was starting to play more and more songs with his guitar. He was really good.

He took his eyes off of Abby for a moment. He looked at me and I smiled. He was gushing with happiness. He really seemed to like Abby. I was happy for him. I was just afraid he would hurt Abby. He goes so many different places. If they get together, how will they stay in touch? Long distance relationships usually don't work out for most people. I just hope he won't break her heart.

I was zapped back into reality when all the boys sang the chorus. Niall's solo was coming up and he pulled Abby out from the couch next to him. She tried to pull away but she gave in and stood next to him. She lifted her mic up as his solo started and sang with him. Abby's beautiful voice was in perfect harmony with his. They sang to each other. It was very awe inspiring.

I realized I was next. I didn't want to sing. I was scared. I scooted down into the couch and Zayn must have noticed because he came up in front of me. He looked deep into my eyes and I knew it was okay. He had an outstretched arm, so I took his hand and he led me to the center of the stage. I was so nervous, I didn't dare to look at the crowd. I just looked at Zayn. He didn't seem to be affected by all the fans, the lights and he noise. It was just me and him.

He opened the solo and I followed,

Yeah, I've never had the words to say,

But now I'm askin' you to stay

For a little while inside my arms,

I sang this part,

And as you close your eyes tonight,

I pray that you will see the light,

That's shining from the stars above,

We both joined in for the last few lyrics and at that moment I knew I felt something for him. We were inches away from each other as the solo ended and I could feel the tension between us. I could tell he felt it too. He got really close to me and we were about to kiss, then I pulled away so he could join back in at the chorus. I kind of wanted to kiss him. I can wait....I guess.

ZAYN'S POV

I was really surprised that she sang with me. Niall's girl, Abby I think it is, she sang with him and she had a really pretty voice. They fit together perfectly.

When my solo came up, I pulled Bailee to the front of the stage. She was nervous, so I just looked at her the whole time. She began to loosen up and as the solo progressed, she lifted up her mic and I swear an angel came out. She was AMAZING! I never expected such a voice from her. She blew my mind.

We blended together as the solo ended and I had moved closer to her. I was inches away from her lips. I swear there was so much tension between us. I really wanted to kiss her. I didn't know if she felt the same, so I didn't.

We finished the song and Bailee was back on the couch with her friends. She had a happy glow. I was so proud of her. She had sang on stage with One Direction in front of thousands of people.

As the concert came to a close, we escorted all the girls off stage. Paul, our security guard, took the girls to the backstage lounge room and told them to wait there.

I wasn't ready to leave. I wanted to talk to Bailee. I wanted to tell her how I felt. I didn't know if it would be the right time, but either way I was going to tell her.

I knew we would only get to see them tonight because we had so many signings, talk show appearances, and radio shows to do. I wanted to make tonight last forever if I could.

Right then and there I made a vow. My vow was to keep in touch with her and never let her go. If she wanted to, Bailee and her friends could come on tour with us. I know it would be hard to leave your family, friends, and even your country with someone you've just met. I know how it feels. It really takes a toll on you.

BAILEE'S POV

We entered the lounge and there was food everywhere. I immediately jumped in a giant bean bag. My mouth was really dry from singing, so I got up and got myself a drink from the soda bar. I almost spilled my drink as Isabelle popped up beside me.

"Oh my gosh, why didn't you kiss Zayn on stage?", she asked punching me in the arm.

"Ouch! I don't know, maybe because he's one of the five most wanted guys in the world?!", I replied while rubbing my arm.

"Well, I totally would have!"

"Honestly, I don't know if I would."I carried my drink back to the giant bean bag and plopped down into the soft, squishy chair.

"What do you mean? It's ZAYN!", Isabelle yelled from across the room.

"I mean I don't know!", I yelled back.

I was beginning to get annoyed with all the questions. If I wanted to kiss him, I would have. It was my choice. I decided I wasn't, so I didn't. I don't see why it is such a big deal.

"I almost kissed Niall, don't worry girl, I got you!", Abby protested.

I had gulped down my drink and needed to use the restroom. I asked the security guard outside where the bathroom was and he directed me that way. As I walked down the hallway, I heard the boys coming. I ran around the corner and hid.

"I really need to talk to her Niall!", I heard Zayn say.

"Well, were going to the lounge, maybe you can chat with her then." Niall was using the coke machine. I guess he couldn't wait till he got to the room. That's just typical Niall.

"I have to tell her. She needs to know before we leave.", I heard a little strain in his voice. Something was bothering him. Was it me?