Torn Between Reality - Zerrie (Completed)

Harry, Restaurant Chats & Humble Singing. Chapter 20

The honeymoon was flattering - the most fun I'd ever had. We took a trip to Maui - Jasper, Perrie and I. I was happy we could bring baby Jasper with us, though, because I just love that little guy so much.

We were just arriving home after a very tiring plane ride - and yes, we were exhausted. Jetlag had always been a problem, especially when it came to me. It was like I couldn't get on a plane without it, ever.

While at Maui the only person I called was my Mom, not even Harry. I kind of told Harry not to call, and that if there were any emergencies I would call him - I also told him that if there's any emergency back at the restaurant or home, then to call me. But, thankfully, there were no emergencies.

So, I decided to phone Harry and tell him we made it back safely.

"Yeah, I'm just going to phone Harry real quick," I said to Perrie, kissing her on her cheek as she passed by with Jasper in her arms.

"Hi, yeah, Harry?" I asked, the lines cutting in and out.

"Zayn, is this you?" he asked back.

I rolled my eyes. "No, I'm a guy that sounds just like him- of course it's me, Harry!"

"You're back! When'd you get back?" he asked.

"A few minutes ago, and I'm exhausted so I can't talk long. How is everything going?" I looked to the staircase as Perrie waited for me. You can go, I mouthed to her. She nodded and headed up the stairs.

"Oh, okay. Well, everything is going great! The restaurant is going great as well, and family is good also. How are you guys doing?" He sounded excited. Is he never tired?

"We're good, too, Harry. So is everything else," I said, sitting in the chair next to the phone.

"That's good."

"Harry, I really need to go. I'll be down at the restaurant tomorrow, but yeah, I got to go," I said, the sleep taking over.

"Okay. Goodnight, Zayn, see you tomorrow," he said.

"You too, goodnight. Bye."

After hanging up the phone, I entered into the kitchen, drinking some water and then heading upstairs into the bedroom.

"You still up," I whispered as I was laying down.

"Yeah," she whispered back.

I wrapped my arms around her and closed my eyes. "Goodnight, Babe," I said.

"Goodnight, Zayn."

"Wow, you've been keeping the place clean - I'm proud of you," I said to Harry as I examined my restaurant, which he was taking good care of.

"Thank you!" he said back.

"How's business been?" I asked.

"Well, on Tuesday the town's critique is coming by," he said. "As of right now, we're at four stars."

"Really!" I said. "Wow, Harry! I need to stick around, see how you manage things with him."

"I won't disappoint you, my good friend," he said.

"I'm going to take note on that, Harry." I smiled teasingly. "Guess I'll see you on Tuesday, or maybe sooner."

"You too, thanks for stopping by!"

Nodding, I left the restaurant, getting into my car and starting the engine. I pulled my seatbelt on, locking it into the locket. I backed out of the big parking lot, onto the street.

Earlier that morning, Harry and I talked about the restaurant's design - he thought we should improve the business by simply changing the design on the outside, and a little bit of changes would take place on the inside. Change the floors from wood to some kind of marble flooring, the wallpaper would be changed into this dark burgundy color, and we'd change the table and chair styles and mess with the way they're set up.

Though it sounded like a lot of work, I believed with my designer's team we could have the place finished in two weeks. That would be a record, but the good thing about the designer's team, was that they stayed at the top of their game - they worked till about 3 AM in the morning.

I turned onto my street, driving down the open road, and turning into my driveway before shutting off the engine and undoing my seatbelt. Opening my door, I stepped my foot out of the car, smiling at the house with the thought of my wife in there with our son.

"I'm home," I said as I entered the house, walking into the bedroom where I found Perrie watching TV at.

"What are you watching?" I asked.

"Animal Vet. Did you know that kittens can get sick if not warm?" She gave me a worried look.

For a second I almost stared at her with insanity. "Yes, I did. That's why it's warm in the house, and she sleeps in a blanket."

"Oh," she said, a sign of relief over her face.

"I'm going to take a shower," I said, walking into the walk-in closet.

After showering I walked back into our room. Perrie was asleep so I decided to go check up on Jasper. Entering his room, I walked up to his crib and just stared at him in awe. I couldn't believe he was mine. A beautiful wife and son - how did I get so lucky?

He wasn't sleeping so I picked him up. I sat in the rocker, rocking him to sleep. I remember my Mom told me that babies sleep best when rocked to sleep, and/or humbly sang to. I thought that putting the two together and into one would be better - I mean, it makes two things a baby likes.

I sang a random melody I thought of, making up rhymes as I went along with it. In just a few minutes, his eyes were closed and he was breathing softly in my arms, his lips formed in a little pout. So adorable. I gently lay him inside his crib, putting the little baby blanket over him and kissing his cheek. "Goodnight," I whispered, leaving the room.

When I went back inside of my room, I lay down beside Perrie, wrapping my arms around her and smiling as I closed my eyes to sleep.

A/N

Hey guys!!! Oh my goodness, it has been so long since I have updated! Sorry for the long wait I put you through, I hope you still enjoy this story! I couldn't decide whether or not to finish it after the honeymoon or to keep it going. Well, I made a final, solid decision and I decided that I would continue it!!!! Yay!! :D

If you lovely people haven't already, then please do read my book, "A Heartbeat Away." :)

Another thing!!! This book has finally hit the big 2K!!! I couldn't be happier. Thanks for reading, voting and commenting!

Dedicated to Hi_Im_Liam21 for being so amazing ❤

Loads of Love, Irene-