pinky promise. bws.

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"Hey"

"Hey Kels! You're still coming to the show tomorrow night right? I know it's your birthday and Dean told you that you did not need to come but the boys and I want you there." Brad said so quickly like he was running out of breath.

"Yes yes Brad I'll be there, goodness breathe my friend. I'm coming with my mum and your mum. We are on our way to London now. Are you still coming to dinner tonight? You know it's a pre-birthday tradition." I asked knowing he is always busy, and kind of prepared for him to say he had tour stuff to do.

To my shock he said, "Yes! I will be there. Do you know where we are going?"

"No, my mum picked the place. Wear something decent because I'm unsure of the scene. Reservations are at 8 though."

"Do you know if there is an extra seat for the reservation? Connor wants to come."

"Yeah there is actually, we planned on your dad coming but he stayed home. Connor is more than welcome!"

"Rad. Okay we will see you at the restaurant, just text me the address."

"Will do, see you boys later."

I turned to mamma Simp and said, "your boy says 'hi' and that he is excited to see you."

She just smiled and went back to reading her book. I put my headphones in and dozed off. I finally woke up to my dad shaking me and saying we made it. I got my luggage and headed toward the tube. When we got to our hotel I set my stuff in my room and headed out with my mum to go shopping. I packed enough for tour, but knew that I could not pass up shopping in London before I left, plus it was my mum's birthday present to me.

I ended up getting a fair amount of stuff from Topshop, and River Island. And at Urban Outfitters I found the dress I was going tomorrow for my birthday! I was very excited. I did not have much planned for the daytime. Maybe just stroll around London with my parents and hit some of my favorite spots before getting ready for the concert.

When my mum and I got back to the hotel I went to my room to get ready for dinner. I finally texted Bradley the address and then hopped in the shower. I let my hair air dry as I did my makeup. Trust me, I did not do anything too crazy. It is just dinner with my parents. I put on some foundation, blush and bronzer, filled in my eyebrows and threw on some mascara. The place we were going was not super fancy but I still wanted to look nice because it was my birthday dinner. I slipped into my leather jeans, lace up Steve Madden heels and had on a grey blouse. I left my hair wavy and put it half up. I last minute decided to add some color and put on dark red lipstick then met my parents and mamma Simp in the lobby where we grabbed a drink while waiting for our taxi.

The boys were already at the restaurant when we got there. Brad was in his usual black skinny jeans, white shirt and leather jacket. Connor was in a graphic tee, plaid shirt and skinny jeans. Brad got up and gave me a hug. He whispered in my ear, "you look very nice." I just looked at him with a smile and said, "thank you." I then gave Connor a hug. Connor said, "happy almost birthday Kels!" I laughed and said, "Thank you Con." I sat between the boys and on the other side of the table my mom sat between my dad and mamma Simp. Connor and my dad loved each other. Like I am pretty positive my dad came to London just to chat with Connor. And this is rare, my dad is not a people person he is just an IT techy genius. But the whole dinner they chatted about bearded dragons and Harry Potter.

When we were done eating mamma Simp handed me a wrapped box.

"Happy birthday sweetie," she said in the sweetest, most loving tone.

"Wow, you know you did not have to get me anything!"

"You say that every year and every year I still get you a birthday present. Sweetheart you need to be celebrated." She smiled. "Open it!"

I unwrapped the little box and pulled out a necklace. It was a gold bar necklace with two numbers on it. I smiled knowing what it meant.

I looked at her and said, "Thank you so much it is beautiful."

"Do you know what the numbers mean?!" She said all excited.

"I sure do. One is my house number and the other is yours. That is so thoughtful."

I showed it to Bradley so he would understand.

"Mum, that is so cool!" Bradley said.

"I just never want you to forget these friends and family you have made in England. You and your family are truly so special to us." Mamma Simp said.

Bradley put his arm around me, gave me a side hug and said, "She is right, ya know?"

I just looked at him and laughed. He was being cheesy, which I hate when he does that. But I nodded and he helped me put the necklace on. I got up from the table and gave mamma Simp a huge hug. I love this woman. She is so supportive, kind and generous. Like she lets her son pursue his dreams at such a young age, and never for a second held him back.

When dinner was finished I said bye to my parents and mamma Simp. The boys and I headed out to a pub to grab a few more drinks before calling it a night. We grabbed our drinks and sat down. It is always interesting going around town with them because at some point they are usually noticed. Yes, they are famous but it's kind of weird when you don't see them like that. They are my friends who happen to perform for fans every night.

We chatted mostly about how we were so excited for tour. We were headed to America for the summer. I was so excited to watch the boys perform but I think I was even more excited to see my mum's side of the family.

Connor asked me, "So Kels what did you ask for your birthday?"

"Nothing actually, I went shopping with my mum today but I did not ask for anything in particular."

"Well you are going to be shocked by the present we got you!" Connor pepped up.

"What?!"

"It's nothing like tangible," Connor started to say when Bradley cut him off.

"Shhh, Con it's supposed to be a surprise." He said hitting him in the arm.

"You're kidding!" I looked at Brad. I mean who likes surprises?

"Too late, it's already in place." Brad said shrugging his shoulders and Connor was laughing.

"Is this why you are demanding me to come to your concert?!"

"No more clues Miss Bates," Connor said. "We have got to get going and you have a big day ahead of you."

"Fine," I said with loads of sass. We left the bar and hopped in a cab. The boys dropped me off at my hotel.

"Bye Con!" I said waving through the window.

"Night Kels, see you tomorrow!"

Bradley and I walked into the lobby.

"Hey thanks for making sure I got in safe, dad." I said laughing.

"Well you are welcome. Hey, do you want to grab breakfast for old times sake?" He asked.

"Yeah why not! What time?"

"How about 9? I'll meet you here."

"Sounds perfect. I will see you then." I said giving him a hug.

I walked towards the elevator. While waiting all I could think was that tomorrow is my birthday, tomorrow is my day and I get to start it off in my favorite city with my best friend. 

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Authors Note:

Hi I never do author's notes, but I thought I would mention something. I made Polyvore sets for a majority of Kelsey's outfits so it is easier to picture what she is wearing. 

Hope you enjoy! xx