Dorm 308

{ F O R T Y F O U R }

I left the event without as quickly as I could with without any hesitation. Elise didn't bother explaining to me why I have to leave now but she just told me where I should be going. I hailed a cab and relayed the destination to the driver before speeding through the streets of New York. The fascinating view outside the car window is least of my concern. Despite its beauty, I can't seem to appreciate something at the moment with the boiling curiosity and nerves inside me. All I could think about is why Elise wanted me to go where Harry is as soon as possible that everything, even my disappointment from Harry last night, was pushed to the back of my mind. Was Harry in trouble? From the looks on Elise's face, something is not right.

I didn't notice that I arrived at my destination until the driver called me and I was snapped out back to reality. I handed the driver the payment and got out of the cab after saying my gratitude. In front of me is an elegant looking restaurant along the streets of New York. The facade is constructed with tall glass windows with ornate bonsai along the front. I could clearly see people chatting and dining inside and I completely feel and look out of place with my denim jeans. I reluctantly walked towards the door where a lady in uniform is standing.

"Do you have a reservation, Ma'am?" The lady politely asked. Despite my attire – who doesn't look like would be eating here – she asked me with respect and didn't give me a disapproving look.

"Um, no but is there a reservation under the name of Harry Styles?" I asked. I can't seem to see Harry inside the restaurant, if he is here.

She checked the named in the clipboard she's holding before saying, "There is Ma'am. However, the table is only for five."

"Okay, but can I go inside and talk to someone for a moment?" I requested even though I still have no idea why Elise asked me to come here. It seems like Harry is just having a nice lunch with some people and I still feel uncomfortable going inside because I am underdressed.

"I'll ask, Ma'am. Who shall I say is asking?"

"Chastity." She smiled with a nod at me before going inside. I'm kinda glad that she made an effort to do what I requested because I would probably be snubbed at other restaurants for asking such a thing. I watched her maneuver across the restaurant and saw her reach a table. She then gestured towards me at the door. Even if his back is facing me, I know that the person who stood up is Harry because of his built, height and his curls. I watch him walk towards the door with the receptionist behind him. Harry is dressed in plain white coat and slacks with black stain ruffle shirt underneath.

"What are you doing here?" Harry asked the moment he came out of the restaurant. His words caused a sudden ache inside my chest that spreads throughout my body. He didn't know that those simple words out of his mouth just made me took a step back. God, why did I come here?

Pain seared right through me and I hate myself because it did hurt, a lot. I quickly composed myself by clearing my throat and said, "Elise told me to come here immediately." A tight knot suddenly formed inside my throat but I wouldn't give him the satisfaction of knowing just how much he hurt me. He sounded like he doesn't care.

"I shouldn't have told Vane where I went." He whispered to himself while placing his hands on his face and releasing a deep sigh. "Can you add another chair on the table, please." Harry requested and the receptionist went back inside.

"No, it's okay. I already had lunch." I lied. I don't want to be with Harry at this moment. Why did I come here then? Why is Elise so worried that she had me running towards this place only to have my heart broken again in a span of twenty-four hours.