Oblivion | h.s (a.u)

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My dad helps me bring down all my luggage to my car before stopping and staring at me.

"I love you a lot, you know that don't you?"

"Of course I know that. I love you too," I say but not understanding the sudden affection. We were never really like that with one another. I love my dad, I do, but we rarely express our feelings. Him sensing my confusion, he starts,

"I know I can be a jack ass sometimes, especially after a night out. I just haven't been myself since, well you know. I don't mean to take it out on you and your mother."

"It's fine dad, really. I gotta go now or I won't make it in time for check in. I love you both, see you in a few months okay?"

With that they both hug me and give me kisses goodbye. I start my car, pull out of the drive way, and turn for one more wave before they're out of sight.

God it felt so good to be going back. I can't wait to see Brooke. Maybe even see Harry? I quickly brushed off that thought and cruised to campus.

...

"LAYLA SCOTT!" a voice screamed. I picked my head up from behind the trunk and see my bubbly blonde best friend approaching me.

"COULD IT BE THE BROOKE HUNTER?" I squeal while engulfing her in my arms. She had the normal comforting sent of strawberry. I move her arms length and take in her appearance. She had her hair in a messy bun with a t-shirt and a pair of sweats, but still managed to look so put together.

I was always so envious of how beautiful she was. Her flawless skin, piercing green eyes and amazingly fit body caused anyone to take a double take in her direction. She helped me bring my things to our dorm room and placed it all on the floor. Clearly she got here extra early to settle before I came.

"I got here two hours ago. Of course I wanted to pick my side of the room," she says with a wink.

"I don't feel like unpacking at all right now, wanna go get something to eat? I'm starving!"

Before she even had a chance to answer, I grabbed her hand and pulled her along with me. On the way I saw a few girls I knew and caught up quickly before continuing to the campus cafe.

Brooke and I walked, arms linked, into the cute little place and found seats at an empty table. We talked about her upcoming soccer training schedule and my psychology internship.

"I have so much shit going on this next week, with soccer and schedule planning. I'm gonna explode," she says with an exasperated sigh.

"Tell me about it. I start my new internship soon and it's gonna be crazy adjusting, but I'm so excited," I clapped. Being a therapist is my dream. I have such a passion for helping people. This internship is such a great opportunity and I can't wait to start next week.

"Oh my god, don't look now, but Theo Parson is in the cafe!" After a few minutes I turned and spotted who she was talking about. Theo was no doubt one of the best looking guys in our school and is said to be one of the nicest guys ever. He has a tanner complexion than most with light chestnut eyes and black gorgeous hair. Not to mention his perfect facial hair and a smile to die for.

"I want him," Brooke stated.

"Then go get him girl, no guy in this world would deny you!"

With that she got up and made her way over to Theo. They talked for a while and I began to distract myself with the menu not knowing what to get.

About 20 minutes later, Brooke still not being back, I just decide to order something myself. I got up and went over to the cash register deciding on a simple sandwich with ice tea.

While I wait, I feel someone next to me. When I look it's Harry. My breath hitches and I don't know what to do. He's smiling down at me.

"Long time no see." He says.

"Oh, um, hey Harry," I say, immediately regretting it. He probably doesn't even know my name, but of course I know his. Okay Layla relax, you're over reacting.

"I knew you looked familiar at Starbucks yesterday, Layla isn't it?" He knows me name? How is that even possible. I've never talked to him before and I'm not that popular on campus to be known.

"Yeah, that's me." I smile. He looks at me quizzically for a while before speaking. He opens his mouth but closes it quickly. He switches his gaze to Brooke and Theo. He starts again,

"Is that your friend?" he asks pointing at Brooke.

"Yeah, bestfriend actually," I say mentally smacking myself for the unnecessary extra information.

"Well he happens to be mine, come love lets go interrupt," he smirks and grabs my hand leading me to them. The sudden contact is startling but ignites something in me. My hand feels like it's on fire. Why is this happening?

When we get to them he lets go making my hand feel empty. What I would do to relive that feeling.

"Harry! What's up mate," Theo says giving him a hug. Harry's eyes motion to Brooke and nudge's Theo's ribs.

"Oh sorry! This is Brooke," he tells him as a blush forms on his cheeks. This is probably the cutest thing I've ever seen. I look to Brooke and a smile hasn't left her face since she got to him.

A.N

I'm late I know, I've had so much going on, but I finally got this chapter done! DRAG ME DOWN IS SO FUCKING PERFECT KILL ME. 1D asf
And yes Layla's character will probably be panicky around him and just nervous all together because I feel people can relate to that. Not everyone is super cool and collected when talking to guys so I'm just gonna go with her being like this for now :)) might I mention that I see the boys tomorrow AND IM SO FUCKING EXCITED.