Angels in Hell (Larry Stylinson)

Chapter 31

September 13th, 2019

Dear Niall,

I at first only wanted to write to Louis in these letters, but I've decided to write to other important people in my life. Like you. You've always been very important to me. You were the one who started the traditions of singing random songs around the house, watching "It's A Wonderful Life" every Christmas, late night talks, and going to the nursing home every other month to visit the widows. You've taught me so much.

You've taught me to put others before myself. That it's okay to be scared. There's always a rainbow after rain. Change is good... Sometimes. Although, Louis and I are still confused about if penquins have knees or not. Do they?

It's probably hard raising me. I'm about as emotional and sensative as an average girl. Plus, you were only sixteen when you started babysitting me. Although, babysitting turned into practically raising me as your own. I tried my best to behave for you, but I couldn't help but eat those cookies and putting on that bra in Walmart. Sorry about that. HA HA. :)

Thank you for taking care of me. You've taught me about love, life, change, growing up, and being who I am. You helped me discover who I am. I can't thank you enough for everything you do for me. I love you, Nialler.

Yours truly,
Harry

P.S. I really am serious about the penquins. Can you find out if they have knees or not? If you ever read this letter, that is. If you ever do read this letter, just know that I'll always love you and Louis more than anything in the world. Even more than bananas.

June 3rd, 2021
Alternate Universe

Niall looks up from the letter with a huge smile and tears glistening in his eyes. He folds the letter up and puts it in his pocket. He looks at the ceiling and smiles, wiping the tears away.

"I'm gonna miss that kid," Niall says. "More than I did before."

I nod in agreement.

"I'm sorry for saying something in front of Ed," Niall continues. "I wasn't thinking."

I shake my head and put my arm around his shoulder.

"It's not your fault, Niall. It was an accident."

He puts his head in my shoulder like he always does.

"Thanks, but I just feel very quilty," he whispers. "If it weren't for me, we would still be able to talk to him over the phone without Ed knowing."

"Don't talk like that. It's okay, buddy."

It's kind of awkward holding Niall like this now. I still not only look 21 years old, but I am also the same size. I haven't changed physically at all since I arrived on this world. However, Niall has grown into a man in his mid twenties with facial hair and a very muscular body. Then, I'm just this tiny 21 year old.

"Thanks, Louis."

"No problem."

He sits up and looks at the closet.

"So... the rest of those letters are written to you? Except for two others?" he asks.

I nod.

"Yeah. I'm reading them in order by date. I've also decided to write my own letters back."

"That's a good idea."

"Mmm hmm. I thought that when he came back, he could read them."

He nods cheerfully and stands up. He walks over to the boxes.

"Could we read the next one together?" he asks quietly.

"Yeah. Sure."

Pulling out the letter on top, he smiles and then runs back to sit by me. I take the envelope and rip it open, before gently taking out the letter. Niall takes the letter from me and begins to read it aloud.

August 20th, 2019

Dear Louis,

You know when I had a lot of fun? When we went to get a new car to replace the old crappy one. That was fun. That whole time I kept thinking, "It's about time!" I was super excited to be getting a new car. Especially a yellow one. *Wink, wink*

I couldn't believe that I actually talked you into it. I just really wanted a yellow car after seeing The Transformers. It was an AWESOME movie. Me, being only eight, thought that it would actually transform into a giant robot. I was sort of dissapointed after I found out the truth, but it's still a cool car.

What I remember very clearly is one moment right after you bought the car. You asked me something like, "How did you covince me to buy this?" My answer was something among the lines of, "Because you love me more than anything in the world!" Your response was, like, "You've got one thing right." So, were you talking about the car or how much you love me?

I'm only kidding. I know that you weren't really into that car. Although at least it was an awesome yellow car. And, I feel the same way about you. I love you more than anything in the world. I'm not exaggerating, either. I love you more than you'll ever know.

Yours truly,
Harry

Niall peers at me after reading. He grins and hands me the letter.

"You know, even though he is always saying how much he loves both of us, I think he may love you a tad bit more."

"Why do you say that?" I ask putting the letter on Harry's bedside table.

"Because, I mean... he may have known me longer and all that, but he's always had this special soft spot for you," Niall says smiling. "I like that, though."

"Why?"

He shrugs.

"I don't know," he says. "I guess because of the bullying and all that he's gone through, that he feels like because of you, he has something to live for."

I chuckle and roll my eyes.

"And how do you know that?"

He looks at me with bright eyes and a slight smirk.

"I know... because he told me."