Rumor Has It (HIATUS)

Chapter 18

-Niall's POV-

I can't believe they're making me choose between them. They know I'm in love with both of them. I paused. I am in love with both of them...right?

The day went on as slow as ever. Every time I looked at Lauren, she would look away. The little glimpse of her face that I did catch had pain twisted in it, which would make my stomach drop. Phoebe on the other hand, would give me dirty looks everytime I saw her. I have never seen her act this way before. 

What am I going to do?

-Lauren's POV-

This is killing me. Knowing that the guy you're in love with, is in love with someone else, hurts. Knowing that, that same guy has to make a choice between you and that other girl hurts even more, because you have a strong feeling that it won't be you... no matter how much you want it to be.

I went home, and thought about everything that happened as I watched my cats Hershey and Florence roam around the house. I was deep into my thoughts when my phone rang. I didn't bother looking at the caller ID, but as soon as I answered, I regretted it.

"Hello?"

"Hey Lauren. It's Matt." I froze.

"Hey..."

"What's up?" he asked, as if nothing happened just recently.

"Nothing. Um, why are you calling me?"

"What do you mean?"

"I mean, you were just mad at me the other day, so you decide to call me all of a sudden?"

"Oh come on Lo, you should have known that I didn't mean it...that I can't stay mad at you for long. You're too perfect."

I froze again.

What did I just hear?

"What?"

"I mean...I don't know, Lo."

I was silent.

"I love you." He said quickly.

"...woah."

"A lot to take in?" he chuckled.

"Ya think?"

"Yeah...I thought so."

I didn't say anything. I honestly didn't know what I was feeling right now. I was flattered, but I was in love with Niall, and I'm pretty sure Niall would be the only one I would ever really love...whether we were together or not.

"Well see you around Lo."

"Yeah, see you."

We hung up, and I just sat there in shock.

What is going on right now?

-Phoebe's POV-

Niall better pick me. I'm perfect for him, and he knows it. He just let that bitch get to his head. Honestly, I love Niall and I'd be crushed if he didn't feel the same way anymore.

If he began to tell another girl she was beautiful, and that he loved her.

I wouldn't stand for it. Oh no.

I WANT him to pick me. If I have to be a bitch to get my way, then I will be. All I know is that, if he chooses Lauren, I will make BOTH of their lives a living hell.

-Niall's POV-

I thought long and hard about who I would choose until I came to my decision. It was hard, but I was sure I wasn't going to regret it. I took a long hot shower, and got dressed. It was now around 7 pm, and it was time to make my move. I got in my car and drove off to her house. When I arrived, I sat in my car and gathered up every ounce of confidence and courage that I had. I thought about my decision again and again until I was sure-er than sure.

I slowly walked up to her door and knocked. When she opened, she looked anxious wanting to know the verdict.

"I choose you." I said, my voice straightforward and stern. "I choose you."