When All I Can See Is You ~N.H.

Chapter 13

This chapter is dedicated to my sunshine, Niall James Horan, who is turning 20 this Friday. I would just like to say thank you for keeping my spirits up when no one can, thank you for showing love to me and the rest of your fans, and thank you for being YOU. I am so proud to call you my idol, along with the rest of the boys, and I couldn't ask for anyone better! Someday, I would like to thank you for being there for me, for giving me hope. You are one of the people that make my world bright.I love you Niall.. with all my heart.. Happy Birthday for September 13, 2013.

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It's been almost a week since that horrid night back at Harry and Louis' house. I haven't seen any of them since. The girls texted me saying how happy they were that I was safe and we occasionally talked through the phone.

Niall had been more expressive towards me, you could say, over the past few days. He would always remind me about how much I meant to him and that I haven't effected him in any negative way. Even though he would deny it, I knew he was just trying to make up for all those things Louis said.

Hannah and I were at the local mall trying to make an attempt of buying a new pair of shoes.

"What do you think of this one?" I held up a pair of cheetah stilettos, unsure if I wanted to take the risk of wearing them. Hannah grimaced at me before shaking her head distastefully. "Well that is a definite rejection."

"Sorry, but those are hideous. That print has no chance of matching with any other pattern or color." Ever since the day I met her, Hannah and I have grown incredibly close to each other, our friendly bond growing each and everyday. I was glad to have made a new friend, especially one that didn't complain about going shopping.

"Here, try these." She held out a pair of black, floral wedges at me. I smiled as I tried them on, knowing they were perfect for my liking.

"Oh my gosh Hannah! These are so pretty! Thank you." I pulled her into a tight hug before walking off towards the cashier station. "I'm going to buy these now."

She laughed at my excitement and went back to finding a pair of shoes for herself.

Two hours later Hannah and I were seated in her little Volkswagen bug on our way home.

"So anything new with Niall?"

"Well...."

"Oh c'mon Elizabeth! I know you're keeping something from me. Spill it."

I sighed and began to tell her the story about what happened with Louis and my encounter with the stranger. Throughout the whole time, Hannah's light brown eyes widened, mouth slightly open with surprise.

"I really think you should tell him Elizabeth." A warm hand was placed on my shoulder. "Better sooner than later. Besides, that guy might be dangerous."

"I know Hannah. It's just that... I feel unsettled telling Niall about what happened. Something just doesn't seem right here....."

"That's why you need to tell him, so you can find out what is going on. Do you get what I'm saying?" I nodded slowly at her as we approached Niall's driveway. "Tell me how the talk goes."

I made my way up to the front door as soon as I saw Hannah's car turn the corner.

The hair on the back of my neck stood up, chills running down my spine. The feeling of being watched took over me. Slowly, I turned around, scanning the street for any observers.

To my suspicion, I found none. That didn't stop my hands from shaking as I entered the apartment, locking the door behind me firmly. I slid down to the floor, back pressed against the dark wooded surface. A heavy sigh was let out as my head leaned on the top of my knees, the worrying feeling getting the best of me.