Our Little Secret {n.h}

chapter 39

"Your turn." I heard Niall mumble and I slowly pulled myself up from the bed, rubbing my eyes.

I got up and padded across the hardwood floor, heading towards the stairs. I made my way up and to Lucas's room, picking him up from the crib. I rocked him back and forth, trying to get him to stop crying. I started back to work today and to say I was exhausted was an understatement. Lucas finally stopped crying and began to fall back asleep. I yawned and looked at my watch to see that it was two in the morning. Lucas eventually went back to sleep so I sat him in his crib, making my way back down the steps.

I used the restroom before going back to bed and took a look at myself in the mirror, seeing huge dark circles under my eyes. I sighed and ran a hand through my hair, shutting the light off. I got into bed and Niall scooted closer, wrapping an arm around my waist. I closed my eyes and tried to make myself fall asleep before I had to get up at seven. I sighed and curled up is in the covers, feeling Niall press a kiss to the back of my head.

"You tired?" He whispered and I nodded, not replying. "I'll get him ready in the morning so you can get some extra sleep."

"Thanks." I mumbled, drifting off. "G'night."

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I heard my alarm go off, making me groan into my pillow. I turned my head to shut my alarm off and I got up from the bed, knowing that I had to get ready. I got to sleep an extra forty five minutes, but it didn't really help. I was still tired. I went to the bathroom and used the toilet before starting to get ready. I clipped back my shorted layers and started on my makeup, trying to look not so tired. I added a bit of eyeliner and mascara, knowing I had to try and look half decent. I went back to the bedroom to put clothes on and decided on some leggings since my stomach was still a bit pudgy. I tugged on a large sweater that I may or may not have stolen from Niall before stepping into my combat boots.

I took a look in the mirror before sighing to myself. I looked like a hot mess. I grabbed my bag and headed to the kitchen, noticing Niall standing at the stove, stirring something while Lucas was in his high chair. I walked over and stood on my tip toes to press a kiss to his cheek, making him smile and turn his head to actually kiss me. I noticed that he was making eggs and bacon, making me smile. I sat down at the table and gave Lucas his bottle, helping him to hold it while he drank.

"Sleep good?" Niall snickered and I cocked an eyebrow at him. "You snored so loud."

"What? No I didn't." I said and he laughed, shaking his head.

"I videoed it." He said and my mouth fell open, making him laugh harder.

"Niall," I laughed and he smirked, putting some eggs on two plates along with the bacon.

I immediately dug in, knowing I had to leave soon and made faces at Lucas, making him giggle. Niall laughed at me and I shrugged, taking my empty plate to the sink to wash off. I did the other dishes and went to grab my bag. I walked over to Niall and he messed with Lucas, making me smile a little.

"You can take him to daycare?" I asked and Niall nodded, looking over at me.

"I get off at two so I can pick him up." I nodded and leaned down to kiss him.

"See you later." I mumbled and he smiled, kissing me again. "I love you."

"Love you, too. Have fun at work."

"I'll try."

I laughed and left the house, heading out to my car. I pulled out of the driveway and began making my way to the gallery, ready to just paint for a while. It always calmed me down. I stopped and got some coffee before getting there and heading inside. I went into my studio and sat my stuff down, taking a sip of coffee. I began finishing a piece that I had started yesterday and put some music on to make time go by faster.