Bullied By Dan Howell

Part 32

*Ride home!*      (DAN'S POV)

I'm so happy Emma's finally coming home! What she doesn't know is that I bought her a puppy. She's a black lab and she's called Abby. I know Emma will love her. She's the most adorable dog I've ever seen. I was also going to break the news that Phil, Alison, and I all have jobs so we're going to try to help support her since her parents ditched her. That's just something no teenager should ever go through. I was so deep in thought. "Dan" Emma laughed shaking my shoulder. "What? Sorry" I said coming out of my daze. "What were you thinking about?" she asked. "Life" I sighed. "Don't go all sad on me here, we need you" she cooed leaning up to kiss me. I lowered my head and connected our lips together. "You guys are adorable" Phil squealed. "Thanks Philly" Emma laughed. I missed her laugh so much, she was finally happy. We arrived at her house. "I'll grab your bag" I offered. "Nope I will!" she cheerfully screeched racing to the back of the car. "Not if I have a say in this!" I replied picking her up by her hips. "Daniel James Howell" she laughed, she was very ticklish on her hips and sides. She ran her fingers up and down my neck to make me put her down. "Okay okay okay" I repeated setting her down. "I love you, but you have issues" I chuckled grabbing one of her bags. She had her handbag and laptop case, but I insisted I'd take the rest. We walked up to the door, Phil was already inside upstairs in Emma's room with Abby. "Let's talk in the kitchen for a few minutes" I suggested avoiding her going to her room, so we could surprise her. 

(Emma's POV) 

 "Let's talk in the kitchen for a few minutes" Dan suggested with a smile. "Okay" I replied happier than ever. I couldn't be happier if I tried. "So what do you want to talk about?" I asked taking a can of Ribena and poring it into a glass. "Just how you are. How was it?" he asked quietly. "Not as horrible as I expected. At least I knew someone there" I replied honestly. "I'm glad you had someone there for you. I have something to tell you" I said. "Continue?" I replied getting excited. "Alison, Phil, and I all got jobs so we can help support you. We start next Wednesday. Also, when do you go to your first day? I knew it was supposed to be last Monday." he said. I was so happy. I knew they cared. "Awesome! Thanks Dan, I can't explain how thankful I am. I start next Monday" I explained. I Dan was about to say something when Alison rushed down the stairs into the kitchen. "Emma!!" she shouted. "Alison!" I hugged her tightly. I missed her so much. She looked over at Dan and nodded. I was so confused. I gave her a confused look. "Follow me" she smiled. I nodded. Dan took my hand and we all walked up to my room. Dan let go of my hand and covered my eyes. "Dan you know I hate surprises" I laughed. "You'll love this one" he chuckled. He uncovered my eyes. I opened my eyes to see a beautiful Black Lab puppy on my bed. She was sleeping in the middle of a heart made of rose petals. "Thank you guys so much I love her!" I exclaimed. "I'm glad you like her. She's called Abby" Dan warmly said. "I love her" I whispered. I sat down on the bed and she started to wake up. Once her eyes fully opened she went ecstatic. She wagged her tail and came over to me. She licked my nose and played around with my hair. She was adorable. "I'm going to let you Dan, and Abby have some time" Phil said walking out with Alison.  I looked up at Dan. "She's like our daughter" I smiled. "Yes she is" Dan said smiling as well. I was happier then ever.

(TRIGGER WARNING: Eating disorders)

I looked over at Dan. I could tell he was  depressed about something. "Babe, what's wrong?" I asked. "How'd you know?" he sighed. "You're my boyfriend, I know when you're sad" I replied. "I don't even know why I'm sad. I guess it was because I felt like it was my fault you were depressed in the first place" he whispered. I could tell her was holding back tears. I shut the door and let Abby run around as she liked. I sat down next to Dan. "Dan, I was depressed since I was thirteen. It wasn't your fault at all. I promise. I already had scars since before I even met you. I love you so much and nothing can change that" I cooed stroking his hair. "I love you to" he sniffled and kissed me. I kissed him back. "Do you just want to talk for a bit?" I asked resting my head on his shoulder. He nodded. "Please tell me you never had an eating disorder" Dan said looking at my wrists. "I wish I could say no" I sighed. "Which one? Please know you're beautiful, don't change for anyone please" he begged. I nodded, "Anorexia and Bulimia. I chose not to eat, but when I was forced to I would just, well you know" I explained. "Same here.." he admitted quietly. "I love you so much" I choked through tears that were now streaming down my cheeks. "I love you more" he said lifting my chin and wiping my tears. "You truly eat now right?" he asked. "Well, most of the time. What about you?" I confessed. "I don't have an eating disorder anymore. I want to help you realize you're beautiful no matter what anyone says" he smiled. "Thanks Dan" I smiled back. I just want him to be happy. "How many days clean are you from cutting?" I asked. "3 and a half months. You?" I stated. "1 week. I was worried about you" he quietly said. "Don't worry about me love, I'll be okay" I said with a half smile. 

*Time skip; that night 12:00*

Dan and I were cuddled together watching an anime. I started falling asleep and Dan put his arm around my waist and pulled me closer to him. "Goodnight" he cooed kissing my cheek. "Night" I yawned.

(Dan's Pov)

She was adorable sleeping. I love her so much. I was just glad she was home. All I want is for her to know she's beautiful and shouldn't change. I can't explain how much I loved having her around. She was the first person I really trusted that wasn't in my family. Tomorrow I think I'll tell her about my childhood. I've told her loads but there's one thing she doesn't know. Only Adrian and I know about it. It was probably the worst thing in my life.

A/n: Hey guys. Thanks so much for 5K reads! I can't explain in words how grateful I am. I love you guys to the moon and back. I hope you enjoyed this chapter it was so short though. 1,200 words. I'll try to do 3,000 next chapter. Once again I love you guys and I'll talk to you soon. :3)

-L