One Direction One-Shots (Book 2)

"I'm not going to hurt you" -Niam-

quick A/N:  hey, tbh i'm not doing well rn. i haven't slept in 2 days, and i'm writing this at around 5 am bc i can't sleep. ive lost 15 lbs...i relapsed...i'm just not ok rn. that's why i haven't been updating consistently. i'm sorry.

ok, 

TW: mention of past abuse, mention of alcohol use

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Third Person POV-

"Alright, you lot have two weeks off for Christmas. I assume that most, if not all, of you are going home. Uh, just don't do anything stupid. Merry Christmas," Their manager says, before leaving the room. The boys start talking about their holiday plans, except Niall; Niall stays quiet. "Hey, you alright love?" Liam asks, noticing his boyfriend's odd behavior. Niall looks up at him, faking a smile. "Yea, m'fine!" Niall says. Liam frowns, but doesn't say anything further. "Ok lads! Let's go!" Paul yells, and they all pile into a black SUV.

The car ride back, Niall remains quiet, silently thinking to himself; and it's driving Liam crazy, because he desperately wants to know what's wrong, so he can help Niall. 

They soon arrive at their hotel complex, and walk up to their flat. 

Niall starts walking to his and Liam's room, until Liam stops him. "Niall," He says gently. Niall turns around and looks at Liam. "What's wrong? I thought you'd be excited about going home," Liam asks, genuinely concerned, and confused. "I'm fine Liam, it's nothing!" Niall insists, plastering another forced smile across his face. "I know you're lying Niall!" Liam says, raising his voice slightly, and Niall flinches. "I'm s-sorry," Niall whispers. Liam, seeing his boyfriend's reaction, softens. "Oh, babe, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have raised my voice," Liam apologizes, and takes a step closer to Niall. Niall flinches again, as Liam steps closer. 

"Hey, I'm not going to hurt you," Liam whispers, taking a step back. "I'll never hurt you babes, ever," Liam reassures. Niall starts to tear up. 'I-I know," Niall says quietly. Liam cautiously takes a small step towards Niall. "C-Can I touch you?" Liam asks softly, and Niall nods. Liam grabs Niall's hand gently, and Niall squeezes his hand tightly. "Let's sit down yea?" Liam suggests, and Niall nods; so they walk over to the couch and sit down. "Do you want to talk about it?" Liam asks, and Niall nods hesitantly. "You don't have to, just know, I'm here for you," Liam reassures, and Niall smiles. 

"I, uh, didn't have the best childhood," Niall starts, looking up at Liam. "My dad, he used to get really d-drunk, a-an-and," Niall says, his voice cracking, and tears starting to fall down his cheek. "He...he would, y-yell and...and h-hit me," Niall explains, and Liam's  eyes start to water. Niall goes to say something else, but instead, he breaks down; now, loudly sobbing. Liam pulls Niall into his chest. "Shhh, I got you, it's ok. You're safe. I'm here. Nothing's going to hurt you," Liam soothes, rubbing circles on Niall's back. 

After a few minutes, Niall's crying starts to die down. He pulls back a bit from Liam, so he can look him in the eye. "I-I don't want to g-go h-home for Christmas," Niall whispers. "I know babe. You don't have to go home," Liam says, grabbing Niall's hands again. "I'm going to visit my family, and if you want, you can come with me. Or I can stay here with you," Liam suggests. Niall shakes his head. "No, I don't want to be a burden. Go see your family, I'll be fine." Niall insists. Liam smiles. "You are never a burden Niall. Come with me. My family loves you, they won't mind," Liam explains. "Are you sure?" Niall asks. "I'm positive." Liam says. "Ok," Niall says. Liam smiles "I love you."

"I love you too." 

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this kinda sucks, and i'm sorry.

idk when i'll update next...could be a few days, could be 2 or 3 weeks...idk. 

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