The Fighter

Chapter Three

After what seems like hours of getting caked with make-up and getting my hair curled Ari finally lets me see the outcome.

"Wow, it looks nice, it's not as much make-up as I though it would be," I admit. I follow the long, brown strands of silk that frame my face. If I curled my hair it would look horrible, I give props to Ariana.

"Now lets put some clothes on you," she demands. She rummages through her belongings until she finds a pair of black toms, skinny jeans, and a crop top. It's not my style but I still think its cute. She shoves her arms that are full towards me, making me take the clothes then she pushes me to the bathroom.

I stare into the mirror studying everything. This isn't me, I don't wear make-up. Maybe only mascara to make the green in my eyes pop every now and then. I grab my favorite eos and gently rub it against my lips, then I mash my lips together. I reluctantly take off my clothes and put on Ariana's. I sigh as I place the clothes I just removed into the dirty hamper. Why can't I just have a lazy day? Before I even get a chance to open the door Ariana bursts in. Her jaw drops as she overs her mouth to hide her scream.

"You look so beautiful Nessa!" she exclaims, "Niall is going to love you."

"I think he already does," I laugh.

"He said he'll meet you at the cinema at 4." She says smiling, she glances at her clock as if she knows I was going to ask what time it was now. "It's 3:48 right now and it takes about 10 minutes to get there, so I'd leave now." She grabs my arm and quickly gets my purse that's siting on my dresser. She pushes me out the door then places my purse in my arms.

"Aww, I love you. Be safe sweetie. And keep your hands to yourself," she scolds.

"Please text me, I don't want things to be awkward," I yell down the hall looking back to her.

When the elevator opens I'm startled to see Liam leaning against the elevator.

"Where are you going?" He asks while checking me out.

"I have a date today," I say, not looking at him. I call Ariana so he'd stop talking to me.

"Hey, what's up? Something's wrong already?" She says.

"Yes, haha." I say trying not to mention Liam is basically stalking me. I keep talking so Liam won't have a chance to say anything to me. I thank god when the door opens then, I quickly make my way to the exit and start walking.

"Ariana you won't believe what just happen," I quietly say into the receiver.

"I won't believe it until you tell me," she replies.

"As soon as I got into the elevator after leaving our apartment Liam was in there." I say making sure nobody is around.

"Stop lying! What happened?" She asks.

"Well he was eyeing me, like really hard. Then he asked where I'm going. And when I told him on a date I called you so he wouldn't be able to talk to me." I say, realizing that was actually a dumb thing to do.

I tune out of Ariana when I see a familiar black car pull up. My stomach drops as Liam is revealed in the drivers seat.

"You should really get a car," he says looking from me to the road repeatedly.

"You should really stop stalking me," my mind replies.

"I don't want to just yet," I say not looking at him.

"What the hell? You can't walk everywhere." He says.

"Well I never go places." I say hoping he'd go away.

"Just get in and I'll take you to your stupid date." his words make my knees weak. I'm not sure if he's calling the date stupid, or who I'm going on a date with.

"Why are you so scared of me," he grins shaking his head.

"I don't even know you, and you randomly decide to be my taxi driver," the words leave my mouth without thinking. I jump as I see him get out of the car. I'm intimidated by his height.

"Well have you ever asked me questions about myself?" he asks.

"I've only seen you two times," I say "I'm not going to question you about yourself out of the blue."

"If you'd get in the car you'd be able to ask me questions," he says.

"Wow, you must always get you way," I laugh as I get into the passenger seat."

"Where are you going to?" he asks, probably changing the subject.

"The movies," I say. I glance over at him and follow the thin white cloth that covers his torso. He looks so attractive with tight shirts on. His phone rings, causing me to jump. He chuckles at my reaction.

"Why are you so jumpy today?" He asks. I'm not sure if I'm suppose to answer it or no, so I pretend I didn't hear him.

"What the fuck? Didn't I say- never mind. We'll talk about this later. Tell him he better have it by the end of the week." he yells into his phone then slams it down. I'm surprised it didn't crack.

"So, about those questions, I can still ask them. Right?" I ask hoping he'd let me know about his life. He nods and I let out a breath.

"Where are you from?" I start out with an easy question.

"Wolverhampton in England." he replies.

"Are you here with your family?" I ask. I see his rip on the steering wheel get tighter.

"No." he quickly says. I stop there since he seems to get annoyed really fast. After a few seconds he looks at me.

"Anymore questions?" He says. I shake my head and look out the window. When we approach the cinema I smile at him and thank him for the ride. He nods.

"Hey, Vanessa!" I hear Niall scream. I wave and walk up to him.

"Would it be awkward if I asked for a hug?" he asked. I see Liam's car still parked from the corner of my eye.

"Of course not," I laugh and put my arms around him. By the time I pull away Niall's smiling hard at me.

"You look really beautiful," he says as his cheeks flush pink. He grabs my arm and we walk together into the cinema.

"I'll go get the tickets, you can get the drinks and popcorn," he smiles then gives me money. I smile at the thought that he wants to pay for the date. By the time I'm putting butter in the popcorn bowl Niall is beside me.

"I hope you don't mind that I picked Safe Haven," he says looking a little embarrassed that he wants to see a romance movie.

"Don't worry, I've always wanted to see it." I reassure him. He smiles at me and grabs the cups.

"Where do you want to sit?" I ask as we enter the theater room.

"The far back seems good enough," he leads me to the back and lets me pick a seat.

*

Every time I'd laugh Niall would look at me and smile. When I'd cry he'd frown. He places his arms around my back and pulls me closer to him.

"I hope this won't ruin our first date," he whispers. Chills run down my spine as the words enter my ear.

"Don't worry," I say and kiss his cheek. I hear someone behind me cough and I jump. I turn my head to see Liam sitting directly behind me, he stares at me and then Niall.