The Hiatus

Chapter-2

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"Harryyyyyy mateeee!!!!"- someone screamed from outside my door.
" just 5 minutes"- I replied checking myself in the mirror once more before heading out . My hair looked messy,as always,and my clothes were perfect. I wore a plain white shirt with formal trousers and a bow-tie with a black blazer ,since this was a family dinner and I wanted to dress formally. I wore my rings which were lying on the dresser and wore my signature boots.
Time to go out and shine!

As soon as I stepped out of my room,I could hear loud cheer from downstairs.
"Here comes the man!!"- my friend from school Mark cheered and everyone started clapping.
I looked around,from the oldest grandma to the youngest cousin, all of them were here to spend time with me. The living room was so packed, my group of friends sat on the couches near the entrance, the older people near the dining hall,kids running here and there and laughter floated in the entire house.
" My my,look at my boy"- some old lady,probably my mom's friend, said.
"Who boy?"- I asked and everyone laughed.
" You baby,you've grown up so much!"-mum replied and everyone seemed to agree.
"For us you'll always be a curly haired boy".
I would be happy if they treat me like a man now,to be honest.
But then the last time they actually were with me when I was 16,so okay then!

" okay okay,what's the plan?"- I asked them.
"Since you are here,we all would like to listen to how you are feeling about this coming back and break"- Mike, my brother said.
" ah,you guys are are behaving like the paparazzi, iam quite happy and for more information, you can watch some interviews we've done!"- I said and laughed.
"But but- "- I spoke -" since you've asked me to speak,get ready for a knock-knock joke! "- everyone groaned on that!!
" boooo!!!!!!"- my friends screamed.
"C'mon guys,I came back after such a long time and this is the way you treat me?"- I faked being offended.
" Fine,but only one!"- someone said.
"Okay then!!"
"Knock-knock!"- I said.
Nobody said anything so I said-" ask who's there?".
"Do we have to do this?"
"Yes! Now knock-knock!"
"Who's there?"- all of them asked in a chorus.
" Lettuce!"- I replied.
"Lettuce who?"- they asked again.
" lettuce in and we will let you know! Get it? Let - us, lettuce? "- I tried to explain because noone was laughing.
" ha-ha "- Gemma faked laughing, mocking my joke and people laughed at that!!!
" Wow Gemma, that was a good one! "- someone said and my sister flashed victory sign.
" okay fine,what else?"- I asked.
"Sing a song!"- they said.
" which one?"
"What makes you beautiful"- mom said.

How am I supposed to sing it without my brothers? I never sang their part of the song. But, I tried.
" I like it when Liam sings the first line! "- Mom , out of all people said.
" Yeah, just because he said you still look hot! "- I replied and she playfully swat my arm- " Harry!"
"C'mon mom, I am right, isn't it?"
"Yeah, but he is talented!"- she replied.
" Of course he is mom, he is in One Direction! " - I said.
"Oho, enough, one more song!!"- someone cheered.

And this one more later turned into me literally singing the entire album out. Honestly the experience was so different, no screaming fans, no arena, no loud noises, just me and my close ones, me singing and they clapping, happily singing along, like when we were not famous.
Singing on family gatherings has been a normal thing for me, but today it felt so different. I was humbled, truly.

After a while the dinner was served and the table couldn't hold so many people so some were in the living room, others added chairs wherever they could, and some literally sat on the ground.
" How is Prince Harry in real? And Obama? "- they were asking questions after questions about the celebrities I've met and the places we've been. I narrated my adventures to them and they all listened, with awe and anticipation. The food was amazing, all my favorite dishes were prepared. I've been all around the world and have dined at the most expensive of restaurants but nothing compares to the food at home, made with so much love.

" Okay tomorrow we all friends are going out for breakfast, and you are coming! "- Mikesaid.
" Annnnnnddd "-he paused for a dramatic effect and continued-" we have a great surprise planned for you! "
"Wow, what's that?"- I asked.
" It's a surprise, stupid "- of course Gemma has to speak!!
" Okay then, tomorrow morning, let's get ready! "- I said.
" Dude one more thing, get ready by 8 o'clock!
"That's way too early"- I complained. Generally I don't wake up till nine in the morning.
" Can't you do this much for your surprise? "- he asked.
" Yeah, well OK! See you!"- I replied.
As soon as they reached the front door I said
"Guys?"
"Yeah?"- they turned and looked at me.
" won't you stay till the A.M!"- I sang the lyrics of our new song A.M and Mike replied
"People should learn how to do lyrics reference from you and no,we aren't staying for your stupid jokes!".
" alright,"- I tried to fake getting hurt but ended up laughing.
After everyone was gone, me, mom and Gemma stood in the kitchen, talking about this party for a while.
"It really felt good, after such a long time we had a great family time"- mom said and I couldn't agree less!
" Okay everyone, time to sleep!! "- I said hugging both the ladies and we left for our rooms.

I undressed myself and changed into my most comfortable night clothes- aka no clothes at all and climbed into my bed. It's a bit small now, as I am taller. I happened to check my phone and there was a missed call from Liam.
I immediately put the call on redail and he picked up this time.
" Hey mate! "
"Hiii Liam, how are you!"
"Harry, it's not even been a day"- he softly chuckled and spoke-" great! Been out with family and friends, just came home ".
" Even me, they made me sing, and mom said she likes it more when you sing the beginning of what makes you beautiful "- I replied grinning from ear to ear.
" Well Hazza, now you know who is the best! "- I could literally see his smile even through the phone.
" Okay, Payne, control! "- and we both shared a laugh.
" Did you call Niall? I tried but it was unreachable "- he said.
" Yeah I did, same "- I told him.
" His flight would've landed, he should've called by now "- Liam replied, a hint of worry in his voice.
" He will call, probably he thought we will be asleep "- I reassured him and he seemed to relax.
" Fine then, I'll call you later, goodnight! "- Liam spoke.
" Goodnight! "- and I ended the call.

And soon enough, I was asleep, anticipating for tomorrow!