Darling Harbor (Niall Horan)

Chapter 11: Conflict of Interest

Sorry, it took a while before I could update another chapter. I experienced writer’s block, side effect of anaesthesia. Just in case you didn’t know, I just underwent a major surgery. It kind of affected my memory. Tsk L

Anyway, this chapter is dedicated to NerdyMe_101 J

Thanks for the good feedback in this story. I love yah! Xx

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Bree’s POV

As the lift dinged open, I immediately took the first step outside, Niall followed, and so did the rest of the boys who joined us inside the elevator. How I wish I could recover quickly from the awkwardness I feel between me and Niall as of the moment. I am not always like this. I’ve always been regarded by my friends as this girl who always knows what to do in desperate situations. I think and act fast, impulsive but rational. I am emotionally-intelligent, so they say. But this time, I am very much feeling dumb towards him.

I let out a deep sigh and tell myself, Okay Bree, act cool. It was nothing. Those currents you felt was nothing. There’s no such thing as sparks!

It was nothing for Niall. Look at him. He’s acting normal, stroking his bag strap up and down. He even removed his snapback and waves it to his neck and gasping for air. Yeah, completely normal.

“Bree!” A call from the lobby caught my attention. It was Harry, waving at me. I could only reciprocate one timid smile at him. No need to act comfortable with him. After all, I just met him last night. Surprisingly, they’ve been nothing but nice to me already. So, I guess I should loosen up.

“What took you so long?” Harry questioned.

“Ask Calum.” Zayn chuckles and points his finger at Calum playfully.

“Hey! Why me? It was Michael who overslept.” Calum murmured and everyone at the lobby laughs at him.

Before heading outside, the boys first took the time to introduce me to the rest of the crew who are joining us for the afternoon. They’re all courteous and warm, including Josh, their drummer, and Ashton, the stray member of the 5SOS. Paul Higgins, my favourite fellow, is with us as well with few other securities. Wait? Am I the only female joining them on this trip? Now, I am having second thoughts on ever stepping into that yacht with them.

“I got a feeling that tonight’s gonna be a good night. That tonight’s gonna be a good, good night.” Louis sings childishly as he approaches the lobby with a little blonde girl he carries on his arms, and babbling at each other.

A blonde lady, probably in her early thirties, wearing hippy skinny jeans and thin grey shirt, follows them while carrying a sexy duffel bag with her. Finally, a company.

“Hello there, Bree. Glad you decided to join us.” Louis titters. As if he didn’t help in convincing me to come with them.

“Yeah.” I answer timidly and sigh.

“Meet Lux, by the way. She’s the sixth member of One Direction.” He stares down to the little girl. “Lux, this beautiful lady is Bree.” He introduces me. “Say Hi!” He requested to Lux, all bubbly and waves her hand for her.

“Hi!” She babbles. Oh gosh, she’s so cute. I can’t help but want to cuddle and kiss her.

“Hey there, Lux!” I greeted mildly. I move in closer to her and Louis, I peck her cheek and asked, “Can I kiss her? She’s so cute.” I giggle.