first impression (a Niall Horan fanfic)

chapter 45

-Niall's POV-

We had spent the last few days spending time with my family. Luckily, the "how'd you meet" question never came up again. I'm pretty sure it was safe to say Hayley was most comfortable around Greg and his Wife. I didnt blame her. Ever since mum brought up that signing, things were strained. Everything was strained.

Hayley was constantly on the phone arranging rent for the house or with Logan.

I know she loved being here but no matter how hard she'd try I could tell she felt like ahe was deserting her duties at home. I was hoping this would help her get away from it all. I thought maybe it would clear her head. it obviously didn't, but she tried so hard to hide it and enjoy herself anyway. How could I do that to her?

I took a deep breath and sighed. "Well Greg, I think we're gonna head back." I said bringing him in for a hug.

"Already?" Greg asked shaking my shoulder.

"yeah. I think Hayley just needs some time to herself." I explained glancing at Hayley and Denise talking in the living room.

Greg nodded in understandment.

I walked with Hayley to the car. Ever since we got to Ireland I hadn't been my normal self, so I decided to try to be that guy again.

I opened Hayley's door and shut it behind her before walking over to the driver's side. I leaned over the center console and pressed a kiss to her temple. I noticed her cheeks flourish red out of the corner of my eye. She smiled shyly and focused her attention outside the window.

I gripped the steering wheel with my right hand and slipped my free hand into Hayley's. I could tell she was slightly confused with my sudden outbreak. I kissed the back of her hand and let out a small laugh.

"what's up with you?" Hayley giggled tucking a stray hair behind her ear.

"how long has it been since I've told you that I love you?" I asked.

She bit her lower lip. I knew it had been too long. "uhm it's actually been a few days, but it's ok. I know you've been stressing out with the family." she said with a smile.

I parked the car infront of my house. I couldn't help but think of what a dick I was. "I am so sorry." I whispered cupping her cheek. "I'll fix that." I crawled out of the car and rushed over the her door before she could step out.

She gave me a confused look. "uhm can I get out?" Hayley asked turned with her feet dangling from the seat.

I took her face into my hands gently and placed a kiss on her lips. I pulled away and slipped my arms under her knees, carrying her bridal style. "all I need you to do is close the door." I laughed.

-Hayley's POV-

I took the keys from Niall's pocket and leaned to unlock the door. I didn't see why he wouldn't just put me down, but he refused. I turned the knob and flung the door open. "I'm just saying it'd be easier if you put me down." I laughed wrapping my arms back around his neck.

"do you want me to just drop you or something? because I will." he teased.

"don't lie!" I giggled. Niall let me down gently before pulling his jacket off and kicking his shoes to the side.

I sat down on the couch and held a pillow to ny chest. Nothing was really on TV but who cares. I watched as Niall made his way to the couch, he pulled me onto his lap and planted a kiss to my cheek.

"What is wrong with you?" I laughed while running my fingers through his hair.

He looked back at me with a fake surprise face. His eyes wide and he threw his hands in the air. "I'm just trying to be a good boyfriend." he exasperated.

"you're ridiculous." I cupped his chin, pecking his lips.

"I really hate when you do that." Niall teased doing the same to me.

I said nothing. I smiled and layed my head in the crook of his neck.

"Niall," I pipped after a few minutes.

"huh?" he mumbled absent mindedly staring at the TV.

"If you want, I think we should go down to the bar and meet some of your old friends from school."

He lifted his head in surprise. "Really?" he asked. His eyes sparkled with excitement. I knew he had been wanting to see them.

"yeah." I smiled playing with his hair at the nape of his neck.

"both of us?"

"if that's what you want."

He smiled broadly and pressed and hard kiss to my lips. "I freaking love you."