It felt like we were walking for ages. We probably were. I grabbed my phone out of my pocket and checked the time, it was nearing 1:00AM now.
Zayn nudged me and smiled, “Don’t worry we’re almost there.”
I laughed and let go of his hand to wrap my arm around his and rested my head on his shoulder as we walked. Even though we’d been walking for around 30 minutes now, I didn’t even care. Walking with Zayn was peaceful bliss. His warmth soothed me and the smell of his cologne lingered in my nose. Zayn looked down at me and smiled. Smiling back, I kissed him on the cheek spontaneously. I don’t know what took over me, but I just had to do it. Zayn was more than happy with my spontaneous kiss, and as he broke from my arms, he wrapped his strong arm around my shoulder pulling me in closer to him.
“We’re here.” he said smiling
I looked up and my eyes immediately lit up. I walked forward, with my hand over my mouth not believing the beautiful sight upon me. It was the London Eye. It looked gorgeous at night with the lights shining brightly. I tried to take in that I was standing just metres away from the London Eye, appreciating it all. It was one thing to see a beautiful picture of it on the internet, but it was another to actually see it right before you. It was amazing.
Zayn walked towards me, putting his hand on my back, “Now if you look straight ahead you will see the London Eye. London’s giant ferris wheel situated on the banks of the River Thames.” he grinned, “Your first tourist attraction stop.”
I looked up at him, eyes full of joy and gratitude. “Thank you so much Zayn, this is beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you, thank you!!”
I wanted to cry. Naturally, I’m an emotional person and whenever something made me really happy, I would cry. I was just so happy. He made me so happy. How could a guy I met just hours ago make me so happy? I looked down hoping he wouldn’t see the tears filling up in my eyes, but he did. I felt his hand slowly lift up my chin so my face was now facing his. A tear streamed down my cheek and he gently wiped it away smiling.
“You’re beautiful.” he said as he placed his hand on my cheek, leaning closer towards my lips. We were now only millimetres away from eachother’s lips and I could hear my heart beat fast and loud. He lingered for a bit, locking his eyes on mine. I was feeling incredibly weak in the knees at this point. Zayn slowly closed his eyes and then our lips finally met. His tender lips moved around mine and I could feel that we were in a world of our own. Butterflies invaded my tummy, multiplying each second. Heart still racing faster than it had ever had. And all I could think of how perfect all of this was. How perfect he was.
My phone began to ring which startled us both, but we obviously didn’t care and continued to kiss passionately like there was no tomorrow. I could feel Zayn smile, which made me want to kiss him even more. My phone stopped ringing then began to ring again… and again, and again. Our lips finally broke apart, foreheads resting on one another. I looked up at him and gave him a quick peck and sighed as I picked up my phone. Zayn laughed and grabbed my hand, caressing my fingers.
“Hello?” I asked
“WHERE THE HELL HAVE YOU BEEN IT’S 1:00AM AND YOU STILL AREN’T HOME?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?!?!? YOU COULD GET RAPED OR EVEN WORSE KILLED AT THIS TIME ESPECIALLY SINCE YOU DON’T KNOW YOU’RE WAY AROUND!??! DO YOU KNOW HOW WORRIED I’VE BEEN!! WHY HAS YOUR PHONE BEEN OFF??! WH——”
My ear had just been attacked from the yelling of Emily’s loud voice. I pulled the phone away from my ear, frowning, rubbing my ear.
“I’m sorry Em, I’ve been out, I’ll be home now. I’m fine, everythings fine.” I said assuringly
“YEAH YEAH YOU BEST BE HOME.” and then she hung up.
I turned to Zayn with an embarrassed face, “You probably heard?”
He smiled and nodded, “I’ll take you home right away.”
He pulled out his phone and walked a couple steps away from me, coming back merely a few seconds later.
“Let’s go!” he wrapped his arm around my waist and we began to walk
“Go where??” I asked confused
“I’m taking you home, silly.”
As we reached the road a shiny BMW rolled up and he opened the door signalling me to get in with his head. I smiled and got into the car. Zayn sat beside me, immediately grabbing my hand.
“Where did you say you were staying at again?” he asked
“I didn’t. Four Seasons.” I replied with a smile
“Ooooh well aren’t you Miss Fancy Pants!” he joked with an indian accent
I laughed and rested my head onto his shoulder, snuggling up to him. Exhaustion began to hit me and my eyes were starting to droop. I felt Zayn’s head plop onto mine and I smiled, closing my eyes.
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Zayn’s lips slowly kissed my forehead while caressing my cheek with his hand. “We’re here babes.”
I sleepily looked up at him and nodded in disappointment. Disappointment that this meant that I could no longer be with him. Zayn got out of the car and quickly ran to the other side to open the door for me, reaching out his hand to grab mine. I took his hand and got out.
“Well…I guess this is it.” I said reluctantly
“Yeah..” he replied, still smiling. “You’re going to hate me for saying this.. but.. I’m glad I ruined your donuts. Or else I wouldn’t have met you. I’m really glad I met you Holly.”
I let out a laugh and hugged him tightly, “I’d sacrifice a donut for you any day.”, “Thank you so much for this night, I will never forget it.”
“You’re more than welcome.” he leaned in and kissed me once again, releasing billions of butterflies inside of me so effortlessly.
“Goodnight beautiful.”
“Goodnight Zayn.”
I began to walk away regrettably, still holding onto his hand until I couldn’t anymore and walked inside out of the hotel waving him good bye. I looked back one more time and caught a glimpse of his beautiful smile. And then he was gone.
As I walked into the lobby glowing brighter than a glowstick, I spotted the elevator doors open and began to run. Once I got in I let out a loud squeal, jumping up and down. A rush of happiness took over me and I couldn’t control myself. This was the most amazing and best night I’ve ever had. And this was only day one of London.
