Gap / Harry Styles RW

Seven

Avril Lavigne- What the Hell

"Hey Cam!" I call across the flat.

"Yes my fuzzy ball of sunshine?" She replies with a little too much enthusiasm.

"I'm thinking, I might apply for job somewhere around," I suggest, pressing my lips together as I unpack groceries into the fridge and cupboards.

"Mhm, why's that?" Cameron says, bending over and pulling her long hair into a pony tail.

"Well, for one," I begin, "I really do need the money, and I think it will be fun, you know, give me something to keep me busy."

"Uh excuse you bitch, I took you to Fleetwood Mac only two weeks ago," Cam protests sassily, "Am I not interesting enough for you?" She jokes.

I giggle, "No Cam, your great, trust me, I just need the money if I'm going to keep staying here with you- and besides you've started uni now and your busy aswell."

"So where were you thinking?" Cam says, taking a bite of an apple.

"I was thinking, maybe, the Pancake House?" I question, "I know it's kinda lame but it's just down the street and I saw that they were hiring!"

"That sounds reasonable," Cam answers, "I've heard they pay pretty well also."

"Well I made up a resume, so I'll drop it in once you head off to class,"

"Speaking of, I have to go or I'll be late!" Cam says, quickly throwing the remains of her apple in the bin before grabbing her book bag and breezing out the door, "See ya later sister!"

"Bye Cam!" I call after her.

I take a quick shower, blasting music from the speakers in my room. I change into a pair of white jeans and a long blue blouse with a black jacket. I apply a little makeup and smile at my appearance. Not too bad Kat, not too bad at all.
Before I leave, I take a peak out my window. God, I don't think I will ever get tired of this view. I pull out my phone, this was definitely Insta-worthy. I turn my phone sideways and snap the picture, before posting it on instagram with the caption, 'Oh London how I love you,'

I put my phone back in my pocket and grab my bag and resume, before heading out the door. My phone vibrates several times and I pull it out. I swear if this was another facebook game request I was going to kill a bitch. I'm surprised when I see that it is in fact Twitter. I wasn't surprised really. My recent activity revolving around Harry Styles WHO SEEMS TO HAVE FOUND YET ANOTHER VICTORIA'S SECRET MODEL TO OCCUPY HIM, has contributed to the blow up of my Twitter followers, mentions and favourites. I must say I was quite enjoying the attention, although it has kind of dwindled out lately. As expected, I suppose.

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I walk slowly to the Pancake House, observing the people that I see on the street. It's quieter than usual today. I peer into the beautifully tended gardens of our neighbours. A cool breeze blows my long hair in several directions. Why, why, why did I always choose to wear my hair down when it's freaking windy. I get several strange looks as it flies all over my face, partially blinding me and making me look like I'd just woken up from a year long slumber. Not even Rupunzel looked this hideous. Wait, Rupenzel is the one with the eternal slumber right? Wait no, Kat you dumbass, it's Sleeping Beauty... of course. Well there was definatly nothing beautiful about my look right now.

After what seems like a lifetime, I arrive at the Pancake House. It's not too busy at this time of morning, with just a few people scattered at various tables. I try to tame my hair by running my fingers through it and pulling it back into a somewhat neat pony tail. Way to look presentable when going for a job Kat. I scan the room briefly, looking towards the back corner, half expecting to see Harry sitting there.

I approach the front counter and a guy smiles, "Hey how can I help you?"

"Hi um, I was wondering if you guys were still hiring, and if perhaps I could talk to the manager?" I say nervously. I never did have amazing people skills. I look up at the man hopefully.

"I'm the manager," He says, flashing me a perfect smile, seeming a bit caught off guard by my accent "I'm Matt," he holds out his hand.

"I'm Katherine," I say warmly, taking his hand and shaking it, "So your hiring?"

"Yes, did you bring your resume?" He asks, raising his eyebrows.

"I did," I grab the folder from my bag and hand it to him.

Matt opens it and flicks through the first pages. I stand awkwardly, watching him. Damn, I could do with him as a manager. Ok so he was cute.

"Hey would you like to come in for an interview, say, same time tomorrow?" He asks, smiling again.

"Uh, yeah sure," I say surprised, snapping out of my trance, "That would be great, thank you!" I gush.

"Sure, I'll see you then Katherine," He says, before smiling AGAIN and turning away.

"Uh, sure bye," I reply, standing dumbly at the front counter for a few moments.

I walk back out onto the street and open my phone. I scroll through the many Twitter and Instagram notifications that are listed on my lock screen until I come across 2 missed calls from my Mum.

I slide across and call her back quickly. I take a seat outside the Pancake House, waiting for her to pick up as the speaker rings endlessly.

"Hello? Kat are you there?" My mothers voice fills my ear.

"Mum, hey it's me," I reply, pressing one hand to my other ear.

"Where are you hon, are you at your flat?" She asks. Her voice sounds tired.

"No, I'm just down the street, is everything ok?" I ask.

Now I'm getting a little worried. What could have happened? Was something wrong? Oh god I hoped not. I was 16 000km away from her.

There is a silence on the other end. "Mum, what is it?" I say anxiously.

"Um, Kat, if you could ring me as soon as you get back to your apartment, and your in a quiet place and by yourself, " My mum says. By the tone in her voice I can tell straight away. Something's wrong.

"Mum, tell me!"

"Katherine, ring me back as soon as you get home, please honey." She hangs up the phone and I lock my own in frustration.

I shove it in my pocket and begin half walking and half jogging down the street, back towards my flat. My heart is pumping in my chest and my mind races. What the hell was going on?

A/N:

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