Last First Kiss (One Direction Fan Fiction) (Charlotte's Directions Book Two)

Chapter 18

Chapter 18         Charlotte POV                    Day 20 of Tour: Lincoln

“Good morning Nebraska! I’m here live in the studio with British/Irish boy band sensation One Direction! You’re almost halfway through with your American publicity tour; is that right?”

“Yes mam. We have one more day in Lincoln then we’re on our way to Kansas.” Liam sat with his legs spread out, hands clasped in his lap. He flashed the camera a handsome grin before turning back to the newscaster.

“That’s exciting! What other cities are on your agenda?”

The boys didn’t even need to look at each other to know it was Niall’s turn to answer. “We started out in Salem and from there we went to Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Then after Kansas we’re headed to Austin Texas, Atlanta Georgia, Washington DC, and we end with the one and only New York City.”

I settled into my chair backstage. The bright stage lights were all directed to the boy band on set. Four or five cameras were all angled to their popular faces. I could only imagine how many teenaged girls were drooling over their TV’s at home.

“Salem Oregon?” The boys nodded at the lady’s question. “Correct me if I’m wrong; but isn’t that where one of your girlfriends lives?”

Wow. This chick got straight to the point.

Niall smiled sweetly. “Yes my girlfriend lives in Oregon.”

“That means you’re the only available one left, doesn’t it Harry?”

Harry grinned into the camera. “Yes it does.” That boy was always working the charm.

Someone tapped on my shoulder. I turned my head to see a pretty young lady wearing a headset. “Would you like a snack, dear?” She asked me.

Snack? OF COURSE!

“Yes please.”

She pointed to a long table at the back of the room. “Help yourself.”

“Thanks!” I called after her as she walked away.

I looked back to the interview, deciding it would be a good time to take a break…

I ran over to the table.

The buffet was filled with tasty tidbits and sweets. Dozens of donuts and hundreds of cookies decorated tray after tray. Bright yellow bananas and deep red apples filled big plastic bowls.  I picked up a napkin and used it as a plate. I took a powdered sugar donut, peanut butter cookie, and something that resembled a tart.

“So the winner of the song writing contest; she’s your girlfriend now?” The lady prodded. I rolled my eyes as I sat down, starting to stuff my mouth with junk to occupy my brain from the spotlight. I tried to fight the blush that ran up my neck.

“Yeah, she’s really great.” I heard Niall answer. His voice was blared throughout the entire studio. I smiled to myself secretly, starting to eat my donut. “Her name’s Charlotte Hemming. Actually, she-”

He suddenly stopped.

I looked up to the stage. He was staring at me with a giant grin.

I was a hot mess covered in powdered sugar and bits of tart.

“Niall keep talking.” The telecaster backstage prompted.

“She came with us,” He finished, trying to keep his eyes off of my messy face. I blushed and wiped my face with the paper napkin. I caught him holding back a chuckle.