A Lovely Betrayal

Chapter Two

Harry has been hovering around me like a vulture since the day Ashton had almost plowed me down with the trolley. He was so anxious and it worried me. It’s sweet knowing he cared, but annoying because the only alone time I got was when I went to the toilet or showered.

                Harry’s large hand rested gently on my lower back leading me through the back halls of the latest arena they were performing in.

                “Harry are you all right? You’ve been acting weird lately.” I say lightly looking up at him. He glances down at me his eyebrows knitted together in confusion.

                “How?”

                “The only time I’m ever alone is when I go to the toilet or shower. You’re hovering love. Nothings going to happen to me. I promise. I love you, but you need to focus. You’re worrying about me all the time and aren’t paying attention in your shows. You almost walked into the pyrotechnics the other night. You’re lucky Zayn pulled you out of the way.” I say worry pouring from every fiber of my being. He sighs and nods.

                “I know I’ve just been distracted. I’ve been so worried about you. Ashton needs to pay more attention.” He says.                

                “Harry it wasn’t just Ashton, it was Luke, Calum, and Michael too.” I say defiantly. “Now, will you please apologize to them so they will quit avoiding me? They won’t even look at me, because you scared the crap out of them!”

                “Fine.” He mumbles and I smile pecking him on the lips. He smiles lightly and I drag him towards 5SOS’s dressing room. I push open the door and push Harry into the room. He rubs the back of his neck as the boys stare at us with wide eyes. I narrow my eyes and point at them tapping my foot. He stares at me keeping his mouth shut.

                “So help me God, Harry Edward Styles if you do not apologize I will not kiss you for two weeks!” I snap and he groans turning to the boys.

                “Guys I’m sorry for being such a dick these last couple days. I’ve just been really worried about Tatum.”

                “Dude its okay. I would have been pissed off too. You had every right to give us the cold shoulder. We almost ran over your fiancé with a trolley.” Ashton says his eyes flickering to me quickly then back to Harry. Harry simply nods and I step towards him.

                “Anything else Harry?” I whisper glancing at the boys hoping we could be friends.

                “Oh uh. Don’t ignore Tatum anymore. It upset her than you were shady because I was mad at you.” He says wrapping an arm around my waist.

                “Shit, we’re sorry Tatum. We were worried about pissing Harry off. We had no intention of making you feel like we didn’t want to be your friend! Because we totally do, you seem like fun.” Michael says smiling.

                “It’s okay. Do you guys mind if I hang out with you guys while they practice?” I say and Harry looks at me nervously.

                “Yeah of course! It’ll give us a chance to get to know you better.” Luke says hopping up from his place on the couch next to a silent Ashton. His eyes flit up to meet mine before flashing back to his phone. What’s up with him?

                “Um Yeah all right. I’ll see you after sound check babe. I love you.” Harry says pulling me closer and kissing my temple. I smile and kiss his cheek.