My Sister is Harry Styles's 'Girlfriend'

Chapter 30

(Louis's POV)

"Wait." Her voice croaks.

I wipe my tears and take a breath before turning around. She comes up to me and cups my left cheek, caressing it lightly with her thumb. I'm instantly filled with warmth. She wipes my tears before hugging me tightly. I feel her vibrate as she starts to cry. I hug her back as tightly as I can, treasuring our proximity. As she pulls away, I place a kiss on the top of her head.

"Today is that day." She smiles.

I furrow my eyebrows, confused. She then pushes herself up, pecking my lips. Just that tiny peck causes memories to flood through my mind. I feel my breath stop in my throat. She then kisses me again. Again. Again. Each kiss grows more passionate and each one brings me back to the places we've been and the nights we had.

"I love you so damn much." She hugs me tightly.

I feel my tears start to roll down my cheeks again as I hug her back as tight as ever. I can't believe it. A feeling of relief and calmness washes over me.

"I love you." I breathe out.

We're just standing there, the door still open behind me, each of us holding the other tightly. I feel like is she lets go, I'll fall apart. I place a kiss on the top of her head and just keep my lips there. With each breath, her scent enters into me, calming me even more.

"Please stay." She speaks, her voice weak and vulnerable.

"I wasn't planning on leaving." I say, kissing the top of her head once again.

She then pulls away slowly, keeping her hands on my chest. Then, she laces her long, tender fingers in mine.

"Do you mind if we go upstairs?" She asks.

"Anything you want." I smile.

After closing the door, she leads the way upstairs to a hallway with four doors. She continues on to the last one. When we enter, she closes the door behind us.

"I'll just use the bathroom and be right back." She says.

I nod as she lets go of my hand and goes into the connected bathroom. A strange feeling fills me. How does she have that effect on me? With her, I'm confident, strong, and happy. Without her, I feel like the world is empty. I'm all alone. It's overwhelming.

She then comes out and smiles at me. As if she's relieved I'm still here. Her smile is so contagious, I find myself smiling. She then climbs into the bed and settled by the pillows before patting the space next to her. I take off my shoes and get in next to her. She then wraps my hand in hers.

"Before anything, I need you to know something." She says.

"Is something wrong?" I ask.

"No... Uhm... Once Brianna gives birth, we can't be together anymore."

I feel my heart drop into my stomach.

"Why?"

"I won't be able to do it. I wouldn't be able to separate a family."

"But-"

"Louis, the woman is carrying your child. Soon, there's going to be a little you in the world. That child will need a father. I won't be able to take away that from it."

I sigh as I comprehend what she's saying. She's right.

"So, because I don't want you to do anything against your will, if you want to just walk away now, it's ok. Your life. Your choices."