The Life of Jade Popper

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@gravytrain: oh my god. does makeup hide hickeys?? XxJadexX

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                              I pulled on the ovresized sweater and tugged up my jeans while flipping the scarf around my neck loosely. It wasn't tight at all, but it still hid the dark bruises around my neck. "Jade!" my mum called once more, her tone a bit stern. I laced up my combat boots and jogged out of my room and down the stairs in a hurry. My phone buzzed in my pocket many times, but I never gave in to check it. I was too scared to talk to the girls. What if they don't want to meet up this summer anymore? Of course they do, Leigh got tickets to see One D! 

"Sorry, mum," I said, kissing her cheek and heading out of the door. But once Jesy's ringtone rang through the room, I immediately answered. "Hello?" "Jade! Harry and Liam are following you on twitter! And Harry mentioned you in an interview! Get on YouTube!" she rushed out, causing my jaw to drop to the floor. "Are you s-serious?" I didn't really believe her. That would never happen to me. "I'm serious! Hurry up!" I scrambled back to the computer area in a hurry, my head spinning like crazy. Harry Styles mentioned me in an interview? She has to be pulling my leg. I typed in my name and a million videos pulled up. 

'Harry Styles brings up @gravytrain (Jade Popper) of South Shields'

'Jade Popper mentioned by Harry Styles of 1D'

'@GRAVYTRAIN WAS MENTIONED BY HAZZA!'

'Jade Popper from Twitter was mentioned by Harry Styles in interview'

There were so many, so I clicked the first one. It was a normal interview. All of the boys were dressed nicely and looking cute. Harry even had his curls wild like the old times. I smiled, knowing that Harry looked so cute on purpose to please the old fans. I giggled at what Louis had said and then it happened. 

"Do any of you have a favorite twitter you look at?" the interviewer asked, shoving the microphone in Niall's face. He gulped and nodded shyly, ruffling his beautiful dyed blonde hair. "Uh, well mine is halleypayne. She's cute and funny. But Liam called dibs," he mumbled the last part and I felt myself squeal. A small blush formed on his cheeks and it was so visible on his Irish skin. The interviewer then asked Louis. "Mine is paynomumbo. She's hilarious and mighty fine. But not as fine as my Ellie," he said with a grin. I could just see El's face when he said that. I may be a HUGE Larry shipper, but I still love her to death. She's gorgeous. 

"What about you Zayn?" He pursed his lips, taking the mic from the blonde lady. "My favorite is oopshazzy. I like the quality of their pictures and it is mainly me anyway." He was joking, I could tell, but we all know Zayn loves himself. Why wouldn't he? He's hot! I bit my lip to keep myself from fangirling. "Liam?" "Hallepayne, by far." I felt a bit jealous that Jesy had two of the boys love her account when she's never even on it, but I just shrugged it off. "Harry?" Harry smirked, ruffling his hair so cutely. I could feel my knees go weak by his actions. 

"It's definitely gravytrain. Jade is just funny, she's always on, cute, and not to mention, she's a die hard fan. I find that extremely attractive." And that's when everything went black. 

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"Jadey? Are you alright?" I rubbed my forehead, pushing myself up off the floor. "You fainted, lovely." I laughed at myself and sat down in the computer chair. "Can I ask why you had fainted?" mum asked with a concerned look. "Mum, Harry Styles mentioned me in an interview. He called me cute!" She smiled and patted my shoulder. "That's great, love." My heart was fluttering and my stomach was filled with butterflies. I'm so ready for our trip to London in a week. It's getting so close! Tomorrow's Monday and that just makes me want to squeal. "Let's get going so we can shop." 

I nodded my head, leaping from the seat and running outside. I need some new clothes as well. All of my clothes are nerdy, even though I wouldn't change my style for the world. I love it. It's so cute, to me at least. And Harry Styles! Mum hopped in the drivers side, starting the car almost immediately. We always have fun times together. Besides, she's literally my best friend. I couldn't live without her. But I still believe that she's a bit dumb for taking my dad back. He shouldn't even live with us. I know he's my dad and all, but he doesn't act like it. He's never home and when he is, he's either drunk or angry and abuses us both. 

 We turned on the radio and listened to a few songs before Best Song Ever began playing. And of course, being me, I turned it up and sang along to it. Mum did too. We're both huge Directioners, she's just not as die hard as I am. If someone shot a bullet at any of them, I would gladly take it for them. Wow, mainstream, Jade. Chill out. I shook my head at myself, looking out of the window as I sang along with Harry. My mum always thought I had a good voice, but I just don't see it. Sure I can hit  notes that seem impossible, but I'm nothing compared to Perrie. All of us have even started writing songs together. 

We finally arrived at the mall, excited expressions written on both of our faces. I jumped out, as did mum, and started walking toward the entrance. A million people had entered before us, it was surely crowded. I entered the building with mum following. A couple of boys from my class were here, staring at me. I just looked at my feet as I walked until an arm connected with mine. I looked up to see a brunette with bright blue eyes smiling at me. "Hey, Jade! Did you hear what Harry said about?" she asked. I just nodded, looking at her strangely. I remember her from school, but I have no idea what her name is or could be. "You don't remember me? Amber Sully? Your old best friend from like kindergarten." My lips formed an 'o' and I nodded. "I remember you."

She clapped her hands together, continuing to pull me wherever she wanted to go. A couple of her friends, the snobs, surrounded us and just talked about Harry and Zayn. Yes, I love Harry, but it does get annoying when he's talked about twenty-four seven. You know? I just kept my mouth shut and looked at the high waisted pants. I picked out a pair of black ones and a white button up, sleeveless shirt. Also, a light blue bow tie. Perfect outfit for London, dontcha think? I smiled to myself, but Amber took the outfit out of my hands with a disgusted look. "This? This is pathetic." She tossed the clothing to the floor, causing my lips to fall into a frown. And, of course, I picked them up and snuck off to the dressing room. 

I had to try it all on. I thought it was perfect and Harry thinks I'm cute as myself, right? Of course, I'm just overthinking everything like usual. I tugged down my pants and replaced them with the store's pants that I fell in love with. I did the same with my shirt, tugging the new fabric over my head. And last but not least, I clipped the bow tie to the collar of the shirt and smiled at myself in the mirror. It really was too cute. I twirled around a bit, figuring out what shoes I should wear along with it. How about a pair of black heels? Yes! 

I stripped myself back down and put on my clothes, folding the clothes over my arm. A big smile was stuck on my face until I saw Sam. He was with Amber, his lips working hers. I just felt tears well up in my eyes and ran off. Not even caring if he saw me. I'm glad I wore my boots, now I won't fall. I sniffled, covering my face once I got to the shoe department. I couldn't breathe. My heart wasn't hurting, I was just hurt that he would just leave me for her. I pulled out my phone and logged onto twitter. 

@gravytrain: sad, depressed, boy band obsessed. horrible day today. :( XxJadexX

I wiped my eyes, thanking myself for not wearing makeup today. I know that I looked horrible, but I didn't care. Everything was happening too fast for me. And then he mentioned me....

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Hey, guys! Sorry for the late update. I haven't really gotten into this chapter until the end. Sorry that it's boring. :-(( but hey! Who mentioned her? Do you think you know? Aha, it's not always who you think. ;-)

Anyway, I'll try and update the other stories soon. I like the idea of Mum, Meet Mr. Horan; but I might delete it. Should I or should I not? Comment her on what you think of this story and your guess of who mentioned her and tell me if I should delete or keep MMMH. Thanks, babas. Love you. 

~Anna