a stirring invitation: (dear Harry Styles)

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I couldn't help it. My eyes searched for him throughout the day as I walked around campus. I had called my best friend, Danny, to tell him about Kyle. I was embarrassed about following him into that room, so I omitted that part.

Danny had decided to join the Marines after we graduated, so he was still living at home until boot camp in January. The choice of losing my virginity to him made sense at the time - we knew we'd always love each other. Unfortunately, we enjoyed the first time so much, we spent most of summer inseparable in my bed or his. When I had to leave for school in late July, my heart ached just as I knew his did. He knew I wouldn't just jump in bed with a stranger and although I hadn't - it still made me uncomfortable to mention it to him.

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In my Philosophy class, a girl named Angel flirted with our professor. He wasn't buying into it, and the rest of us were annoyed that her antics were taking away from our learning. When Professor Smith dismissed our class, I was ready to get back to my dorm and take a nap. I yawned, then felt a strong arm wrap around my shoulder.

"Miss me?" Kyle asked rather obnoxiously. I moved my body out of his grasp; and continued walking but could hear footsteps behind me.

"You know, I could just go hook up with Angel," he bragged. I clenched my teeth and turned to look at him.

"I'm not like that, okay?" I practically shouted.

When he started laughing, I stomped off toward my dorm. I fumed as I used my student ID card to unlock the door. Before closing it, I looked around to see if he had followed me. The disappointment was obvious.

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"Wanna watch a chick flick?" Kim asked as I walked in. I noticed she was still in her pajamas.

"You feeling alright? You drank a lot last night."

"Sssshhhh, let's not talk about that," she insisted, then pointed to the bucket next to the couch.

I chuckled quietly. "Yes, I could use some romance in my life."

She got the movie and popcorn ready as I slipped into yoga pants and a tank top. My phone buzzed on my bed.

Danny: did you see horny guy today?

Me: yep. but don't call him that. :(

Danny: did he try anything?

Me: Nopppppe.

Yes, I lied to my best friend. I had thought about and I knew if it was the other way around, I wouldn't want to know about his 'trysts'. By the time I joined Kim on our couch, I was beyond ready for some love and tears - anything to distract me.

"We are going to watch 'Unexpected Love', if that's ok?"

I grinned and nodded at her. Our favorite movie star was one of the reasons we had connected when we met at the university orientation. Harry Styles was a heartthrob and voted People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive at just 20 years old. 'Unexpected Love' had earned him an Oscar; his performance was as close to perfect as possible.

"So, you went upstairs with that guy last night?" Kim asked casually as the previews began.

Shit, I didn't think she'd remember. "Um, yeah."

"Who is he? Does Danny know?" Her interest grew.

"Apparently, his name is Kyle. And Danny knows what he needs to know - he isn't my boyfriend...." I shrugged.

"Okay, well, Kyle is cute. I think you should go for it," she said.

"He's cocky - not sure he's my type. Can we please drool over Harry Styles now?" I changed the subject.

We cried when the car crash killed his lover in the movie. Between us, we'd probably watched the movie a million times, but it brought out raw emotions every time. Harry's character, Glen, awoke from his coma and was devastated when he'd been told of Mara's death. Luckily, Nurse Charlotte was there to comfort him.

Suddenly, we heard loud noises outside of our building. Kim paused the movie as we rushed to the window. A group of guys were shouting outside.

"What the hell?" Kim whined, she opened the window and yelled down to them. "Shut it, jerks, we're watching a movie!"

I giggled and looked at their faces. Among the surprised looks, I saw his eyes staring at me. He smirked when I noticed. Kim closed the window and returned to her spot on the sofa.

"Let's get back to Harry," she took a sip of water, then pulled her blanket back over her body.

I was locked into his gaze. It seemed his friends were trying to communicate with him but his dark eyes never left mine. Kim put her hand on my shoulder to get my attention.

"Mona, movie?"

I frowned at Kyle and went back to my recliner.

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Author's Note: Hello! These first few chapters are/will be short because I felt the need to give some history. In just a couple more, you will be caught up. And yes, in this story, our beloved Harold is a movie star. thank you for reading! Please comment, vote and share. I love your support <3