Again | Luke Hemmings

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Their first show was a success. The crowd cheered really loud that you could barely hear them singing. And then it hit me. . .they really made it.

I watched as Ashton drummed with so much passion, his long hair was all over his sweaty face. Luke, Calum and Michael would sing their hearts out and have fun. I finally saw their famous synchronized jumping and it was pretty cool. The stylists and I became instant friends and are now dancing, jumping and singing along to their songs.

"Thank you and goodnight!" Ashton said before ending the show by drumming some more. The crowd cheered as they formed a line, bowing and the crowd went really wild. A lot of them were crying, begging them not to leave but they had to. I clapped from backstage, watching them as they waved goodbye one last time, blowing kisses and jumping with adrenaline as they made their way here.

Luke was the first to hug me with his sweaty body. His black tee was drenched but I hugged him back anyway.

"You guys did really great." I told him and he kissed my forehead. I felt a few more pair of arms go around, trapping the two of us. Their sweaty skins rubbed on mine and I had to stop myself from cringing.

"First show was a success!" Michael cheered and all of them rocked back and forth while hugging.

"Yeah!" Ashton yelled, followed by a laugh.

"Guys, you're all-" I struggled to form a sentence because it was really tight and I couldn't move.

"Let's jump our way to the buffet there." Calum suggested.

"I don't think-" I was cut off when they all jumped at the same time, successfully jumping forward.

I prayed to God that I don't die right here, right now.

"Five more jumps til we get there." Michael laughed.

"Ready?" Calum asked everyone. They all nodded except me. Is this what they do after every show? Or on a normal day?

We all jumped and fell to the floor. Michael fell to the side, Ashton fell behind me so my back was to his front and Luke was on top of me and Calum fell on Luke. They all laughed until I finally gave in and laughed too. Calum got up to his feet first, offering both hands to Michael and Luke. Luke offered his hand to me and I did the same for Ashton.

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I swear, Luke kept me by his side the whole time. While we ate, did a quick tour around and as we waited in the airport. There was a line of fans waiting for them and all of them took pictures. I was able to talk to some of them and they were all very nice. We exchanged Twitters until Brandon dragged us away from them.

We sat down in the waiting area. Luke had his arm around me while he was on the phone with Liz. I should probably call my mum too. I brought my phone out and dialed my mum's number. I'll worry about my phone bill later.

She picks up on the third ring. "Hi, sweetie! How's Europe?" I didn't know what time it was back home. I'm guessing that it was morning since my mum sounded jolly.

"Great so far. How are you guys?"

"We're fine. Actually, Liz just came over and we had a flashback session to when you and Luke were still young." I heard her sniff on the other line.

"That's good. . . I guess." I chuckled, playing with Luke's free hand. I felt him kiss the side of my head, making me smile.

"Yes, it was." She laughed. "I hope you're brushing your teeth after every meal and flossing! Shower every day and eat a lot. Don't separate from Luke or anyone who's there with you guys." She reminded me. "And if you do, call the police then call me so I can pick you up myself."

I groaned at her endless reminders and continued talking until it was time to board on our plane.

I stood up and Luke held my hand as we walked through the doors. Only a fool would think we were together. I thought.

We got on the plane and I raced with Luke for the window seat. I settled my bags and got comfortable on my seat next to the window. I won. The city looked pretty with it's bright lights making it look like the reflection of the stars.

All of us were in the same position like we were yesterday.

"Let's take a picture." Luke whispered.

"Why?"

"Because." He pouted.

"Why dont you take a picture of yourself?" I suggested, smirking.

He continued to pout, resting his head on my shoulder.

"I look really bad right now.

He moved his head and kissed my neck. He continued to do that until I finally gave in.

He held his phone out, switching to front camera.

"Smile." Luke said and flashed his best smile. I just stuck my tongue out and crossed my eyes.

"You look cute." He said and kissed the tip of my nose then kept his phone.

"I can see you guys." Ashton said, his lips pressed into a thin line. He looked pissed.

To piss him off even more, Luke brought the arm rest of my seat up to cover Ashton's view.

I lightly punched his shoulder and brought it back down and was met by Ashton's fuming expression. You can tell by the way his jaw was tightening and he was taking deep breaths. I mouthed him a "sorry" and gave me a small smile.

I looked back to Luke and glared at him.

"What?" He smiled innocently, playing with his lipring.

"Don't think that you can slip that easily." I warned.

He only chuckled and pushed the arm rest back up and moved closer to me.