Just Can't Let Her Go

Chapter 12

Chapter 12

Invitations and Socialization

Harry had her right where he wanted her, all tucked up in his arms. Willing to give herself to him at anytime.

True love was never just an emotion. It was something indescribable, a bond between two people that caused them to need each other more than they need air itself. It was something that could withstand the test of time, and the moments of trial and desperation. It was love. Or at least that was Harry's philosophy.

For the first time in a long time Harry heard his phone ring. It was set straightly on the perfectly straightened nightstand. He used on arm to pick it up and read the caller I.D. Harry didn't have that many true friends, but he did have some. Being the son of a now deceased multimillionaire caused him to have acquired many contacts and connections. Only a few people had been interested in the young man, rather than his millions.

Steven, it read. He swiped his finger across the screen and accepted. Leaving Alicia to ponder who was on the other end. Her big blue eyes revealed the curiosity she felt inside. Harry smiled charmingly over to her before speaking.

"Hey, Steven!" Harry said rather cheerily into the phone. "Harry, man! I haven't seen you in forever. Keeping yourself busy?" Steven replied, he sounded rather high pitched compared to Harry's deep voice. "Oh yeah, mate." Harry answered, not bringing up what he had been up to the last year. Or Alicia for that matter. He didn't want to have to share her, or have her around Steven. "Well, I just called to invite you to the gala tonight. Its for Valerie's big charity." He explained. "Oh, well ummm. I-I just..." Harry rambled knowing he would have to bring Alicia to meet his friends, and Valerie just happened to be one of his ex-girlfriends who knew about his disorder. "Come on, Harry. You have to come. Marcus would have wanted you too." Steven said, using that guilt trip on him. "Fine! Fine. Fine, Steven. I'll be there, I'm not promising a donation though, you can tell Valerie that." He answered firmly. "Good, Styles. Be there at eight sharp." Steven said and hung up, knowing he had already pissed Harry off.

Harry put the phone back down straightly. Alicia sweet voice drew him immediately out of his rage. "Where are we going?" She wondered, assuming she would be invited to accompany him. "A gala, for one of my friends charity event." Harry grumbled, not exactly wanting to bring his angel around other men. "Oh, that sounds fun! What time? I have to get ready." She clapped excitedly. "Eight." Harry grunted.

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Alicia ran out of the bathroom, wanting Harry's approval of her outfit. She had on a short dark blue shift-dress,little black lace details on it. It had a modest cut to it, but still looked sexy. Her heels were black and thick strapped around the base of her toes but around her ankle it was a gold thick strap. Her blonde hair was done as usually, a sexy mess falling to her breast.

"Harry! Does this look alright?" She asked doing a twirl for him. "Stunning." Harry said, his eyes shamelessly studying every inch of her body. It wasn't necessarily the dress itself, rather how her legs appeared to go on for miles. They were stunning, so thin and soft looking. He took a few steps towards her, only to be stopped by her fragile hands. "You missed a button." Alicia explained, his navy blue button up had one neglected button right in the middle of his shirt. She buttoned it up for him, and then pressed a gentle kiss to his lips. "You look so sexy." She told him, referring to his formal attire. His black suit and shoes matching with his dress shirt so richly it made her melt.

Harry slid his thumb down her soft cheek. "I love you, baby girl." He promised, and then pulled away. Only to grasp her tiny hand in his once again. "We have to get going." He mumbled, looking down at the time on his silver Rolex.

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Once the fancy looking couple had arrived and made it in to the actually gala, they were still locked hand in hand. Harry seemed to be trying to pull Alicia constantly behind him, as if he were trying to hide her away. He hated the simple thought of anyone else even admiring her beauty. He almost growled when someone approached them from behind.

"Harry!" Steven said, happy to see his friend, even though he was slightly confused by the beauty hanging on his arm. Harry turned abruptly to face him, and his lips pulled up into a bright smile. "Steven. Hey, man. How are you?" He asked, once again trying to tuck Alicia away behind him. But for once she stood her ground, releasing Harry's hand. She looked Steven over, really just sizing him up. "Hello." She greeted with a half smile. Harry tried to talk over her, "Great. Great."

Steven of course diverted his attention to the sexy girl. "Oh, hi there. I'm Steven Wolfing, and you are?" He introduced himself, and offered out his hand. Her fragile hand shook his gently. "I'm Alicia." She answered. "My girlfriend, Alicia." Harry echoed, watching their hands touch was enough to make him angry. His features softened though when she dropped Steven's hand, and intertwined her fingers with his.

"Hmm, you got yourself a new bird Harry?" Steven questioned with an arched brow. "Yes. Isn't she lovely." He claimed possessively and pressed a kiss to her cheek. She blushed slightly, and nodded her head. "She sure is. Please inform me where you foun-" Steven started, but was cut off by Valerie's shrill voice.

"Harold, Steven!" The brunette squeaked loudly, coming off as annoying and obnoxious already. Harry noticed the way Alicia rolled her eyes, and that signaled to him that she was jealous. Which she inevitably was.

Valerie basically hoed herself on up to Steven, who seemed to be used to it. "Hey Val." He mumbled out, knowing she was really only there to dip into his and Harry's wallets. Harry rolled his eyes. "It's Harry. This is Alicia Frey, my lovely girlfriend." He re announced, wanting everyone to know who she belonged too. "Well, hello." Valerie said carelessly, not really giving a damn at all. "So about the charity, Harry, Steven, its for such a good cause..." She started on.

"Shut the fuck up. What cause Valerie? Huh? You need a new Mercedes and Daddy won't buy you one?" He chuckled darkly at his own antics, while everyone else looked at him wide eyed. Not expecting him to be so blunt. Alicia elbowed him, in warning. "No, no, actually its for this children's hospital."

"Haha, as if you give a shit about children Valerie." Harry continued to just beat her down with his words. He hadn't planned on being quite so rude until Valerie had been rude to Alicia. The was the impetus of his actions right now. No one was going to so much as look at his baby the wrong way. "You're dumber than I thought, if you actually believe I would give a gold digging slut like you any of my money. I doubt you'll even give it to the children . Fuck this whole thing. I'll just go donate to the hospital directly rather than give it to a bitch like you." Harry spat at her. "Harry, man take it easy." Steven pleaded. "Honey, woah. Calm down." Alicia said to him softly, trying her best to soothe the man she was currently holding back.

"No. Valerie deserves all of this." Harry growled. Alicia looked at Steven begging for his help. "Harry, Harry, Haz, let me have a word with you." He said firmly and placed a hand on Harry's shoulder. Pulling him away from Alicia and Valerie.

Valerie though looked unsurprised by all of this. "Alicia, how long have you known Harry?" She questioned, looking as if she had some secret she had to tell. "Not that long. He just saved me though in my time of need. I don't know what I'd do with out him." She gushed. "Please, honey. Please be careful. You're a beautiful girl. Just promise me, you'll think with your head, and not your heart." Valerie begged of her genuinely, and Alicia could tell that she was expressing real concern for her. "I-I, why are you telling me this?" She asked her curiously.

{A/N Picture of Valerie over to the side! :)! }