Beat Still

Chapter 14: Beat Still

*Louis' Pov*

"Yes Lou. Yes I will." And once again the crowd goes wild as I pumped my fist in the air and ran off the stage. I couldn't help but smile widely as I ran to him. I was knocking people down, stepping on shoes, tripping over feet but I still ran. I could see him giggling at me as I approached.

As soon as I got to him I engulfed him in a tight hug and smashed my lips onto his. This time he wasn't afraid to deepen the kiss.

"So where are we going?" He asked hesitantly.

"In due time love, in due time." I began pulling him towards the door as the audience cheered. It was surreal...like some kind of movie. I was the hero fighting for love and Marcel was my bashful soul mate.

Woah, soulmate? Lou I think you just took it too far. I mean... I definitely love Marcel and could see myself with him for the rest of my life and only want to make him happy...okay yeah my soulmate.

I let go of his cold hand to fish my car keys out of my pocket. I walked to the passenger side and held the door open.

"For you ma-lady." I bowed to Marcel and watched as his lips curved into a small grin.

"Why thank you kind fellow, but please address me as sir." He curtsied and slid into the seat.

I chuckled at his ability to play along with me so easily. He always managed to crack me up, I swear. I ran to the drivers side and quickly started the engine, turning on the heat quickly. It was a little chilly outside and I could see Marc shiver slightly. An unfamiliar song started playing as I backed out of my parking spot and Marcel squealed (like literally I need to have my ears checked), and sang every word.

"Touch my neck, and I'll touch yours. You and those little highwaisted shorts oh!" He did a sexy hair flip when he sang that part and I swear my heart lept out of my chest,"It's too cold for you here, now. So let me hold both your hands in the holes of my sweater."

We stopped at a red light and I took the opportunity to stare in amazement. He looked so happy, like this was his favorite song. He started rapping/singing and I could feel myself drool.

He doesn't have the best voice, but the way he sang the sexual song with passion was so...well sexy. His voice didn't sound nasally, but instead deeper like Harry's.

"And if I may just take your breath away, I don't mind if it's not much to say. Sometimes the silence guides our minds to move to a place so far away. The goose bumps start to raise the minute that my left hand meets your waist, and then I watch your face put my finger on your tongue 'cause you love the taste yeah..."

I was shocked that Marcel would know, let alone sing, a song with language like this. I mean I'm pretty sure this guy is talking about oral sex right now...

When the song finally ended, he adjusted his glasses and straightened his white sweater as if to compose himself.

"So, that must've been your favorite song..." I state while still watching the road. I could tell he was blushing.

"Uhm..Ye-yeah. Sweater Weather by the Neighbourhood. They are my favorite band!" He beamed. He looked so cute when he was passionate.

"I would love to hear more of them." I glanced at Marcel as I parked safely by the dock.

"Ohmygawd really? Well I have all of the albums, and some singles, the live shows, and even some covers...I tell you what, let me just get out my phone and I-"

"Marcy." I put my hand on his cheek, which was now red from his long rant. I'm sure he didn't breath at all as he said all of that... "We're here." He looked confused as his eyes inspected the area around him. He looked at me still obviously confused.

I giggled and unbuckled my seatbelt," Come on you dummy!" I got out and ran to the passenger side to open the door for Marcel. He hesistantly got out and watched as I locked the doors," And they say you're the smart one!" I giggled even more as he stood staring at me.

He was obviously waiting for an explanation. I sighed and took his hand as I started walking. He was surprised by the action, but didn't take his hand away. We stepped onto the vacant dock and looked out over the lake.

"The sky looks so beautiful tonight." He admired the bright stars with wide eyes.

"Not as beautiful as you..." I whispered.

He quickly glanced at me, then looked towards the ground. He was blushing hard, and so was I.

"No-no, I'm not." He stuttered still staring at the ground. I placed a finger under his chin and lifted up his head.

"Don't ever talk bad about yourself Marcel. You are beautiful. You are so damn beautiful. And extremely smart...so talented, and you aren't afraid to be who you are. You're perfect."

He looked at me with watery eyes and squeezed my hand tightly. We didn't have to speak. He knew exactly how I felt and I could tell he felt the same.

We stood for five more minutes just admiring the night sky when a big boat covered in sparkly lights began to float towards us.

"Finally!" I leaped into the air and pulled Marcel towards the boat," Let's go!"

"Wait Lou, what is going on? I don't think we're allowed to-"

"Well..." I interrupted,"I rented this boat for us to have dinner on..." I scratched the back of my neck and looked at him nervously.

He gave me an unreadable expression that soon turned into a bright smile, then back to a quizzical expression.

"How did you know?" He asked while walking towards me slowly.

"What?" I played dumb. I knew exactly what he was asking about.

"Lou...How. Did. You. Know?" He said every word like it was a sentence. I sighed deeply because I knew I was about to give in.

"If you are referring to how I knew you always wanted to have a first date on a boat then the answer is I just knew..."

Marcel looked at me like I had two heads. He knew I was lying. He crossed his arms and shifted his weight onto his right foot. His eyebrows were knitted together and he had the cutest pout on his face.

"Marc..."

No answer. Ah I see...this is the silent treatment.

"Marcyyy, I know you want to talk to me..."

Still no answer. Okay. Time to play hardball.

"Fine Marcy, don't talk to me. I'm going on the boat for some delicious dinner." I turned on my heels and started to walk towards the boat when I felt a hand grab my wrist. He spun me around quickly.

"You win..."