Lost In London

Chapter 3

Here is the next chapter guys. Hope you enjoy :)

<3 Harley

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It didn't take long to find the small coffee shop that Tom had been talking about. It was a cute little place and didn't look too busy. I quickly closed my umbrella and ran into the shop. The warmth and smell of coffee beans soon filled my nose. Water dripped down from my hair onto my cheeks while I looked for Tom.

He was sitting near the front of the shop in front of the window, watching people stroll by in the heavy rain. I order a small coffee and pulled up a chair beside him. "So my body guard," I couldn't help but giggle "What are the plans for today?"

He chuckled and turned to face me. "Well theres not much tourist sight seeing you'll be doing today unless you want to be soaked. If you want there is a party at a friend of mine's place." My head snapped back to meet his gaze.

"A party?" I thought it over. My last party didn't end so well... So should I really go? "What kind of party?"

"Oh just a few drinks with the guys and their girls. Maybe watch a clip or two." That didn't sound too bad, and here is my chance to make some new friends while I'm here. Shrugging i took a sip of my coffee.

"Sure why not. I don't see the harm in that." He smiled.

"Perfect i'll be at your flat to pick you up at 7." I looked up at the clock to see it was already noon. Wait.. What I gonna wear!?

"Hey Tom?"

"Hmm?" He swallowed the rest of his coffee and discarded the cup.

"Where is the closest mall here. I need to update my wardrobe otherwise i'll freeze to death."

He smirked, "Come on." He grabbed my hand and pulled me out of the shop. It was kinda cool how I could already trust him so easily. It felt like i've known him my whole life.

He dragged me along street after street passing numerous shops. We finally ended up at the mall about twenty minutes later. It was huge; bigger than the one we had back home.

"So 7 o'clock then?" I asked. He nodded and let go of my hand. "Well i'll see ya later then."

"For sure." He smiled. "Don't be late now."

"Yes sir!" I clamped my hands over my mouth. Damn southern accent!! He laughed as he exited the mall leaving me to shop till I dropped... Off my parents visa that is.

A couple hours later I found myself back at my flat after calling Tom for directions. I laid out all my purchases on the bed to pick out my outfit. Picking out a pair of dark blue skinny jeans, a light grey cardigan with a white undershirt i quickly dressed. I threw my messy hair up in a bun and wrapped a peach coloured infinity scarf around my neck.

Just as I was finishing touching up my make up, the door bell rang. Slipping a jacket on i grabbed my phone, purse and keys and ran to the door.

Tom was leaning against the door frame. He wore a pair of blue jeans, a blue plaid shirt and a black jacket over top. "Took you long enough." He joked. I rolled my eyes and locked my door before following down to his buddies flat which was apparently across town. Taking the tube which is basically a subway, we made it there in no time.

The flat itself was quite small inside actually. The three boys took up the whole couch that seemed to be the only piece of furniture in the house other than the bed. The place reaked and looked even worse. Beer bottles littered the floor along with take out containers.

I looked up at Tom to see if he was joking. The same look of disgust appeared on his face before it quickly vanished. "Georgie what did i tell you about keep this place clean at the least!" Tom yelled over the tv. A dark haired boy with freckles stood up wobbly holding a full beer in his band. He threw the beer bottle towards us and fell backwards at the couch.

I ducked last minute as the bottle flew over my head and crashed against the wall breaking into little pieces. Without thinking twice I ran through the still open door and out of the awful place. I don't know which direction I ran but I know I just kept running.

I ran until my lungs couldn't take it anymore. I finally sat down at a nearby fountain and wiped the tears away that began to fall. Memories of my relationship with Mike flashed through my mind. Not only did he cheat, he drank, got into the drug scene a bit, it was horrible.

Staring at the stone path in front of me I calmed myself down. I had no idea where i was and there were only a few people around. Sighing i hopped up onto the fountain ledge and walked around it. I didn't notice the fact that it was wet. My foot slipped on the water on the stone edge and fell into the freezing water in the fountain bowl. It wasn't deep but the cold water still shocked me.

I shot up gasping for air and tried to get up when something splashes into the water behind me. I turned around to see brown curly haired beauty with green eyes wading through the water across the fountain towards me. He offered me his hand which I greatly took.

He smiled and helped me up leading me to the edge and helping me out. I soon found myself freezing as the cool night air hit my wet clothing. He silently pulled off his jacket and pulled mine off as well before placing his dry one on my shoulders.

Flushing in embarrassment i looked down not able to meet his gaze. "Thanks." Really? Is that all i've got to say for myself!?

"No problem love." His voice was deep and slower than i thought it was his english accent ringing clear. I actually kind liked it. "What's your name?"

"V-valerie." I stuttered. Hopefully he thought my stupid stuttering was because i was cold and not at lost for words. He smirked and pulled me closer to him running his large hands up and down my arms to generate warmth.

"Well Valerie, I do believe we need do get you home." I looked around and realized .. I was completely lost. My phone was ruined from the water and I don't know Tom's number. Just great! "Woah woah what's wrong?" He asked smoothing up my frown with his thumb.

"I have no idea where I am. I have no way to contact Tom and my phone is wrecked!" He chewed on the inside of his cheek before pulling me into his side and walking me down the street.

"You can stay with me tonight and we will sort this all out in the morning deal?"

I nodded, "Deal. Wait! I don't even know your name."

He laughed before replying, "Harry Styles at your service miss."

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