Our Summer of Direction

Niall's POV

Niall’s POV

“So I dunno if you still wanna go out…but we’re here if you do.” I say turning towards the practically glowing Emilea.

“I would love to still go out. Maybe to a quaint little place or something.” She says climbing out of the car with me.

“I know the perfect restaurant. It’s a little Asian restaurant. No honey for my Honey though.” I pun looking at Em and winking. Emilea laughs and snorts a little.

“You’re such a dork!” She laughs clutching her tummy. I smile cheekily and she happily takes the elbow I’m sticking out.

“What a gentleman.” She teases with a wink. I return her smile 10-fold. She blinks happily and we walk towards the little restaurant.

“Hello, table for two? Holy shit.” The waitress adds when she gets a better look at me. I can tell that she’s young enough to realize who I am and I sigh anticipating the end of our evening.

“Right this way.” She says smiling at Emilea and motioning towards a table towards the back. Em turns towards me and grins happily and takes my hand.

“This is sooo great!” Emilea laughs and we slide into the booth. We order when the woman comes back and she brings us our drinks.

“This is delicious!”

I smile and take another bite. She smiles at me again and we eat quietly for a few minutes.

“I hope Katie gets back soon.” Emilea mumbles thoughtfully.

“She and Harry are having a great time I’m sure they’ll be back soon. Why don’t you text her and ask when she’s getting back?” I ask thinking logically.

“That is a very smart idea!” Em exclaims with a broad smile on her face. I motion for her to get out her phone and she pulls it out of her pocket and starts texting.

“She said that she would be back sometime next week!” She sulks frowning unhappily. I look at her sympathetically and we finish eating.

“Wanna get some dessert?” I ask after the waitress clears our plates.

“We could share a chocolate cake.” Em suggests.

“You wanna share cake? Who are you and what have you done with my girlfriend?” I ask raising my eyebrows.

“How true.” Em says smiling a little.

“Two pieces of chocolate cake, please.” I order, turning back to the smirking waitress. She chuckles quietly and nods before heading towards the kitchen.

“So what did you think of Cher?” I ask after a moment.

“Oh my goodness! She’s fantastic and I love her tattoos. I think I’ll go get another tattoo- completely inspired by Ms. Cher Lloyd.” Em gushes looking excited.

“That sounds awesome! What kind of tattoo do you want?” I ask cocking my head slightly.

“A breast cancer ribbon I think. Or a Walt Disney quote across my shoulders.” Emilea explains using hand gestures. The waitress returns with our cake and the bill and I hand her my credit card while we eat.

“MHMMM I love cake…” Em and I moan simultaneously. We share a grin and then the waitress comes back with my credit card.

“I know this is probably terrible but can I get a picture before you go?” The waitress asks shyly.

“Of course!” I grin, standing up while the little redheaded waitress hands Em her cellphone. I sling and arm around the girl and Em snaps a picture. Finally I kiss her cheek and Em clenches her teeth and takes the picture quickly. I wave politely to the girl and Emilea and I walk out. She narrows her eyes and shies away from me. I realize she’s upset with me when she starts stomping towards the car and crosses her arms when she gets there. She deliberately doesn’t look at me and I sigh and unlock the car. She climbs in and gives me the cold shoulder when I climb in. Turning on the car I prepare myself for the silent drive home.