The Horror//Z.M

First Love

☠EDITED☠

More on Elyse <3

Cassie's POV:

Zayn sits across from me, "I think I owe this to you. Ask me anything."

"Exactly who was Elyse Montgomery?" I ask.

His smile falls, "She was my first love."

"Girlfriend, or something more?"

"She was going to be finace. Let me just tell you the whole story, Cassie."

I nod, and take a deep breath. "I met Elyse on September twentieth. I was smitten with her the moment I met her. The first time I asked her to go out with me, she denied. Saying that I needed to prove myself worthy. So, we hung out. Then, on October twenty-third, I asked her again. She accepted that time. Two months into our relationship-" Tears pour down his cheeks, but he continues. "Two months into our relationship, I got into drugs, and alcohol. I started-I started hitting her. I know drugs, and alcohol aren't a good reason to abuse someone, but I did. And, I regret it more than anything. Those were my dark days, and when I freaked out at you, it was because she always forgave me. Even though she shouldn't have. She should've packed her fucking bags, and left. But, she didn't. She stayed with me because she loved me. And, I loved her too. But I hurt her. I can never forgive myself for that. On March fifth, of 2018, I prayed. I fucking prayed to stop. But, God didn't help. On October twenty-third of 2018, it was our one year anniversary. I promised myself that I would stop. And, I tried, I tried so fucking hard. Until I met Luke, he got me back into drugs, and alcohol. And, I got worse.  She still wouldn't let me go. On October twenty-third of 2019, it was our two year anniversary. I went out to go get food for us. But, that's not all. I went home to propose to her. I found out she killed herself. I was never the same after that day. Then, I started kidnapping people and using my money to build this. I went completely downhill from there. Then, I met you years later. I hated you at first, you had this effect on me. I was smitten with you like I was with Elyse. I was scared, so I hurt you to get rid of my feelings. I know, messed up right? But then, I realized I wanted you. And, you weren't like Elyse. You would leave me. So, with your help I straightened out. I'm better then ever now. And, I thank you for that. Thank you, Cassie Collins."

By the end of his story, I'm in tears. "I fucking love you."

I throw my arms around his neck, he smiles as he hugs me back, "I was so messed up."

"Yes, but you're better."

"Thanks to you."

I just smile, and wipe the tears away. "By the way, Louis told me your birthday is tomorrow."

My cheeks heat up, "Louis a liar."

"Don't lie to me, baby. But, guess what? You're getting a party."

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