A Different Summer (Calum Hood)

chapter 1

It was up to me to make the final goal,  I have watched the goalies every move since the beginning of the game,  and now I am ready to win thus final game, in order to be able to compete in the finals. The ball was in my hands, which means I had the soccer ball and it was my chance to make the goal, so I kicked it as hard s I could onto the left corner of the soccer (football) net, getting a cheer from the crowd, and my team. "You did it Diana, we're going to the finals" My coach yelled, in excitement. I couldn't help but grin, at the thought of playing against amazing teams in two months. After getting congratulated by my teammates, I was tackled by in a hug by my best friend Alex. "You were amazing, this definitely calls for a celebration" I shook my head. I wasn't up for a party tonight. I placed my soccer ball and the rest of my equipment on the back seat of my white honda. "But Dianaaa" Alex whined.

"I'm not really up for partying, Alex, but we could watch Netflix or better yet go to the field and play soccer" I grinned at my suggestions. "Let's just head to your house first, so you can take a shower, cuz you stink" he said as he pinched his nose. I laughed at his remark but agreed. When we arrived at my house, we we're greeted by my mom. "Hey honey, how was the game?"
"It was great, I'm going to the finals" I couldn't help but get excited, I love soccer it's my passion, I wouldn't want to do anything else, but become a professional soccer player. "That's fantastic, by the way your sisters are at at friends house, they will be staying there for the weekend, and your father, went to go see you're aunts, and won't be back till next week, and also I have a surprise for you" My mom grinned. I looked at Alex and he just shrugged. I followed my mom into the kitchen and was greeted by none other than my Irish friend Niall Horan. "Oh My Gosh Niall, what are you doing here? Shouldn't you be at the Uk?" I asked after we pulled away from the hug. "Jeez Diana, if you just didn't want me here, you could have just said so, I'll just leave " Niall started to slowly walk out but I pulled him back and hugged him again,  because seriously who doesn't like the Horan hug. "I do want you here, I'm just surprised you're here, shouldn't you be touring with your band?" I asked as I sat beside him. "I should be, but I have a few days off, so I decided to come see my bestest friends" Niall said. I smiled and grabbed a nice cold water bottle. "I see you had a game, how'd it go?"

"She won, they're going to the finals " Alex grinned as he wrapped his arms around my shoulder. "The finals are in two months, I'm so excited" I am so pumped for the finals, I know I'll be having the time of my life. "That's great, I'm so happy for you" I smiled knowing my two best friends are happy for me. "Any boyfriends yet?" Niall wiggled his eyebrows. I chuckled and said nope. "What? How come? You must have at least one guy you are interested in!" Niall gasped. Alex and I both laughed at his reaction. "I don't share the same passion as anyone here, so I prefer going  solo, and just dedicate myself to playing soccer" I responded. "Well that sucks, you'll find you're prince charming soon" Niall grinned. I giggled. "I don't think so, but I'm off to shower, see you guys in a bit"

"Actually I'm heading home, I'll see you later" Alex waved.  "Bye Alex" Niall  and I both said, causing g us both to laugh. "I'm gonna take you out to dinner to celebrate, so get ready" Niall said. I quickly took a shower, and decided on wearing denim shorts with a purple crop top that says 'Mind matter' with white converse. I applied mascara, and left my black hair down wavy.  "Hiya Niall" I said as I saw him on his phone. Most likely on twitter. "You look great" I Thanked him, and we headed out. "Have fun and don't  come home to late" my mom shouted. I laughed at my mom's comment about not coming home late, it's her way of saying get home before 9. "So, where are we heading?" I asked, excited to spend time with my Irish friend. "Just out to eat, somewhere fancy" Niall said. The whole ride, we just talked about Niall's tour and stuff. Like how they have an opening act that consists of four Australians, that are really cool, and fun to hang out with. "Wow your definition of fancy is far off different from mine" I giggled as I noticed we pulled up Into McDonald's. "Not my fault America doesn't have Nando's" he pouted. I giggled and we went inside to order. We sat down in a booth in the far corner, Niall on one side and i on the other. "Soooo,  Diana" "Soooo, Niall" I mocked. "Since it's the beginning of summer, I was hoping you would want to come on tour with me" I was far from excited right now, I was shocked, and upset, knowing I just couldn't. "I can't"

"But Diana, please, it's an opportunity to hang out, I even talked to your mom and she agreed. Come on Diana, please, pretty please, with a cherry on tip" Niall pleaded. I know Niall wouldn't give up on trying to convince me but I really just couldn't. I made it to the finals, and I have to practice, so I can be prepared. I sighed. "As much as I would love to go on tour with you, I just can't, I made it to the finals Niall, I need to practice, and get ready" he gently grabbed my hand , and looked me in the eyes. "I know and I promise I'll practice with you, it'll be fun. I'll have my mates help you, they won't mind. Just pretty please, I  miss my bestest friend ever" I sighed, knowing Niall just won't give up, until he convinces me. As long as he keeps his promise in helping me train for the finals, I guess I could go on tour with him. I mean what could possibly go wrong. "Fine Niall, only because you promised you would help me get prepared for the finals" Niall grinned. "You won't regret it"

"I'm hope not" I giggled. "When do we leave?" I asked as we pulled up onto my driveway. "In two days, our first stop is LA, where we will meet up with my band mates, and the four aussies" Niall winked causing me to chuckle.