Or So It Seems (h.s.)

Chapter 12

It had been 2 weeks since the incident with James. After my father and i let go of each other we made tea and snuggled up, watching tv in his room. I now feel closer to him than ever before.

Everything is fine with Harry and i. I calmed him down and made him promise that he wouldn't confront James or cause any trouble! Although, he did say that if James touched me one more time he would have to break that promise. I sighed and just said ok.

Right now i'm sitting on Harry's bed waiting for him to get ready. Personally, i thought it was pretty impressive that i was done before him. He skittered into the room and flipped through the clothes in his closet. I crept up behind him and put my hands on his shoulders. They relaxed with my touch. I stood on my tip toes so i could reach his ear.

I kissed it and whispered, "Babe.. you need to relax. I don't know why you're so nervous.." I lightly drew patterns and shapes in his back with my finger.

"It's just my dad."

He swept around and put his arms around the waist of my dress. I was wearing a pale pink, chiffon dress with laced flowers on the top.

"I want him to like me"

A small laugh escaped my lips. "Number 1: i know he already likes you, because i like you and you treat me right. 2: you're funny, polite and kind, so thats a seller right there.." I held up my third finger. "3: if you be yourself, he's going to want to date you too."

Harry's chuckle was music to my ears. He brought his lips to mine and gave me a sweet kiss.

I patted his chest.. "C'mon! We're gonna be late"

"Alrighttt" he flipped around and searched through his closet again.

I pulled out my favorite white button-down of his.

"Wear this." A smirk was planted on my face when he nodded.

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"what's the plan again?" Harry messed with his curls in the review mirror while stopped at a red light.

"So, first we're meeting with my dad. I'll make sure he doesn't keep us long. . . Then, our reservations are at 7:30. It's going to be packed so it would be smart to get there early. And then after our lovely dinner, we can do whatever we like" He smiled to himself and drove off, keeping a steady pace.

I fiddled with my heels and got comfortable. My eyes roamed over to the beautiful boy sitting next to me. I was so lucky to be with him. I mean, the boy i used to fantasize over was now my boyfriend.. Yes, there are times where i get giddy when he does something funny or cute, but i can't freak out or anything; that would be a little strange. I'm just happy i get to see and be with it all.

His green eyes were sparkling. He turned to look at me with them. Harry reached his hand down towards mine and clasped it, putting his eyes back on the road. I smiled at the sight.

We held hands until he parked the car in my driveway.

"Are you sure you're ready for this?" His fingers twitched against mine.

His eyes were frantic when he nodded yes and bit his lower lip. "I'm ready."

I slowly turned the knob and pushed the door open.

"Dad!?" I shouted. A loud pounding on the stairs was heard shortly after. He rushed down towards us. He stopped in front of us while smiling and wiping his hands on his pants.

"Sorry, i was just finishing up getting ready." His smile was large as he looked at Harry.

"Hello sir, I'm Harry.. It's very nice to meet you" Harry's charm shone through. He stuck out his hand and my dad gladly shook it.