Love Story

4: Honesty & Ellie

Then a weird thing happens.
Justin and Ellie stand up.
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Calvin's POV
Taylor looks at me, looking at me for reassurance. I thread my fingers through hers, and she holds on tightly.
Taylor is like a princess. No one needs her until they know her, and once they do, they stay with her.
They meaning me, of course.
"As I was saying, I made matches for us. Taylor, I remember how much you liked Justin before you dated Harry. He likes you too. He told me!"
Says Ellie happily.
Selena glares at the ground.
So does Justin.
Thanks a bunch Ellie.
Justin looks at his phone.
I let go of Taylor's hand, and clench my own into a fist. Taylor looks away, sad. I know she doesn't like Zac.
Not in that way.
Then I realize the two people left.
Me.
And Ellie.

Ellie's POV
I smile at Calvin. He is so cute, 24/7. He gives me a mixed look, a little sad, confused, mad, and cute! All at the same time.

If the media finds out about this..... Ugh. Taylor will never speak to me again, Calvin won't write songs with me, and I'll be lonely, because I'll be kicked out of Tay's squad.
Why did I do this?
Oh right.
I love him.
I say something I have wanted to say for two years.
"Calvin...... all those times you would hold me in those videos, or kiss me, made me love you even more. Writing all day, writing all night. It was the best time of my life. It took me a while, but I ......... love you." I look down.

Everyone stares. Taylor and Calvin's faces fall.

What if he doesn't like me back?
"Ellie, can I talk to you for a sec? Privately?" Calvin asks, finally looking at me.
I nod and follow him to the closet.
" Ellie...... I don't want to say this. I still want to be friends, but I need to follow my heart. I always thought those scenes were fake, but I guess they weren't to you." Calvin starts.

My heart is breaking. Now he is going to say something about Tayl-

" I am finding myself loving Taylor, please don't cry. I want to make her laugh, go on dates, get married, and maybe even have kids. I love her, and I'm not gonna mess this thing up. I'm not gonna push to far. I'm sorry Ellie, but I don't like you in that way."
Tears are rolling down my face.
I don't want him here, but I need one more thing.
I cup his face, and I hear someone gasp.
I kiss Calvin passionately, and realize something.
What if I break Tay and Cal apart?
I let go.
" I think you need to leave," I whisper.
He nods, and leaves the closet.
I break down, crying.
No one will ever love me.
Taylor's POV
Suddenly, Calvin bursts out of the closet.
He looks sad.
Can I trust him anymore?
He grabs my hand and I wave to everyone. Then we run out the door.
Brrrrr. It is really cold outside.
He runs a hand through my hair.
" Want to come to my house?" I ask.
He smiles, and nods.
I don't know what happened, but anytime I have asked questions pointed at my past boyfriends, they eventually break up with me.
I really hope Adam is different.
" What are you thinking about?" He says, smashing the silence.
I go for it, but I don't have too.
"I didn't do anything with Ellie, I promise. I thought we were friends, but she thought we were closer than that. I like her, but I love you." He says.
He loves me.
I love him.
He said the 3 words in the back of my limo. He leans in, and holds up my chin.
" Addy, I'm not ready for this," I stutter.
He puts his hands in his pocket, but laughs.
" You are good with nicknames Tay," he says, making me smile.
We arrive at my London house, and we step out of the limo.
" Thanks for driving Keith!" I wave, and Calvin and I shuffle into my house.
He is totally speechless.
He utters a single word.
" Wow."
My house is decorated with antiques, and comfy furniture. Family photos line the table. The kitchen is stocked with ingredients, and is homey and warm. At least in my opinion.
" Do you want a tour?" I ask.
" Of course," he says, " But only from you."
That grin always melts me.

I show him the kitchen, the living room. I lead him into the dining room.
I remember how long it took me to design this. The level of elegance, the table, dishes, utensils, chairs.
His hands fall on one of the chairs.
His eyes yell what he wants to admit. I can read him like a magazine. Ain't it funny?

Calvin's POV
I can see us living here together.
That is all I think about as she gives me the tour.
I'm so in love.
And I think/hope she is too.
She takes my hand and pulls me to her bedroom. A king size with delicate blue and red flowers on the bedspread. It's so Taylor.
"I bought this house when I dated Harry," she mentions. "But past is past." Sadness fills her eyes.
"What did he do to you?" I ask, almost scared to hear the answer.

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Cliffhanger!