Music Saves Lives

Chapter Thirty

On our way to the diner, I explained to Niall about how all the people there loved Kyle and how they might seem a bit weird around him. I think I just made him nervous and I kicked myself for it. We had to drive, because paparazzi were everywhere. I drove into the parking lot and parked. We both unbuckled and got out.

“How was the holiday?” someone yelled.

Niall and I stopped and talked to a few of them, because they were surprisingly being nice.

“It was a good day, thanks for asking.” Niall said, taking my hand.

“Are the two of you going to be spending more time together while you’re both off?” Another asked.

“Sadly, just today. Niall is heading back to London very early in the morning and I have a few days to stay home.” I smiled.

“Hi, I’m from TMZ.”

“I love that show!” I squealed.

“That’s great to hear. Would you mind telling me if Niall is a good kisser?” I looked over at Niall, his eyes went wide and he struggled to keep in a laugh.

I looked back at the man, my face was hot, but I wanted to give him something good to make his job easier. “Well, let’s just say, he makes my legs shake.” I winked and lead Niall towards the door.

“Babe, that was a bit-“ he was trying not to laugh again.

“I know, but it was too good to pass up.” I laughed, wrapping my arm around his back.

He put his arm around me and I walked over to the booth and sat down. I saw my friends through the window trying to get around the people.

“Holy crap, (y/n).” Heather said, sliding into the booth with Zack.

“I’m used to it.” Ryan smirked as he sat down after Mira.

“Hi to you guys too.” I laughed.

Heather leaned over and hugged me and the others said hi. Ryan just gave Niall a glare and I knew this was going to be interesting.

“So Niall, how does it feel knowing you can treat a girl like shit and still get in her pants?” Ryan asked, cocking his eyebrow, staring at Niall from across the table.

“Ryan, don’t even start.” Mira scolded.

I held Niall’s hand under the table and he gave my hand a squeeze and sent a small smile.

“What? I’m just curious.” Ryan shrugged his shoulders.

“Ryan, can you just stop.” I spoke up. “I just wanted us all to be together and for Niall to get to know you all, but you’re just being a prick.”

“Calm down, (y/n). Your boyfriend here is just going to use you for sex and bail once he gets bored.” Niall tensed up next to me.

“You have no idea how wrong you are.” I said under my breath looking down at my lap.

“I think it’s either us and the band or him, (y/n).” my head shot back up.

“Excuse me? You would really make me choose?” I was getting pissed. I nudged Niall to make him stand up but he wouldn’t budge. “Ryan, what would you say if I was to tell you it was Mira or the band?”

“That’s different. You’re her friend.” He gave a smartass smirk.

“No, it’s not. You love her. I love him. Same thing.” I pointed my finger at him. “Let me ask this, would you have made me choose between Kyle or the band?” he shook his head. “Point proven. Ryan, I’m so sorry you lost your best friend, so did I, but you can’t expect me to not fall in love with someone else. It’s just selfish.”