The Bully and his Prey (Larry Stylinson AU)

Chapter Four

(A/N) Hey guys. So I literally had no idea that people were waiting for updates. I am so sorry. I thought nobody was reading so it didn't matter... I just recently got out of the hospital, and I'm full of inspiration now so let's hope I actually stick to regular updates this time. My laptop was broken for awhile so i couldn't write and I'm sorry. I'm so sorry for keeping you all waiting. I hope it's good enough. I love you all <3

Liam sits down on the ground next to Harry, his mind going into overdrive. He tries his best to keep his thoughts from showing on his face, instead plasturing a care free smile there. Does Harry really not trust me? He thinks. Of course he trusts me. I'm his boyfriend. We tell each other everything. He reasures himself, though he can't help but hear the little voice in the back of his mind that whispers obviously not.

Harry stares at Liam. He was obviously deep in thought, as the smile had slipped from his lips and had been replaced but a stare leading to nowhere in particular, also known as 'Li-Li's thinky face' as Harry teasingly had named it one day. He feels Zayn place a hand on his shoulder, and turns to face him, only to be met with the raven haired boy's look of confusion. Harry shrugs in a silent response, before turning to Liam again and leaning forward. "Liam?" He asks, only to be met with silence. "Li?" He tries again, his deep voice failing to break Laim from his thoughts. He hesitantly raises his hand, waving it in front of Liam's face. "Hellooooo?"

Zayn watches the exchange with a creased brow. Was this a normal Liam thing? Zayn didn't know him, though he was sure HArry would have told him if it was. It was strange, really. What was going on in the handsom head of his? Zayn couldn't help but wonder. He jumps slightly in surprise as Liam gasps, coming back down to Earth due to Harry's hand waving persistantly in front of his spacey gaze.

Liam jumps, blinking rapidly before turning to look at his curly headed boyfriend. He stares open mouthed at him, trying to get his barings back. The younger boy smiles hesitantly at him, as if unsure if it was the right thing to do. Then again, Liam had noticed, Harry was never really sure of himself or his actions. He was constantly second guessing himself, or giving Liam a questioning glance before doing something, as if asking 'Is this what I should be doing?', to which Liam would always reply with a warm smile and a quick nod. Harry would then nod as well, before continuing whatever he was about to do. It was a silent exchange they shared more times a day than Liam could count, whether it be before Harry took his shoes off or before he even took a bite of his food. Basically before Harry did anything ever he needed Liam's conformation that it was okay, which it strange but Liam never brought it up.

Harry watches as Laim stares at him, before speaking hesitantly. "You alright Li? We lost you for quite awhile there..." He asks, waiting for the answer. He was certain now that something was definitely bothering the other boy, though he was to nervous to prod for answers. Unlike Liam, who was always persitant with Harry until he spilled what was wrong, Harry was to afraid of making Liam angry with him to do so. Though he'd never seen Liam propperly aangry with him, it still made him nervous. Everyone got angry with Harry at some point, and so far the only thing it had ever caused Harry was pain. He didn't want to imagine Liam angry with him. Yes, he'd seen Liam get a bit snippy, but not once had Liam yelled in front of him, let alone at him.

Zayn continues to watch the exchange, deciding to add a joking "How was your trip to the moon mate? You really were gone awfully long. Hope your rocket ship was comfortable." to try to lighten the mood. He could feel the air getting tense, although he wasn't really sure why. He'd never seen these two together, not propperly anyway, and although he could read Harry like a book he definitely had no idea how Liam's actions related to his emotions. He had no clue why Liam was acting the way he was, but from the tense air it seemed bad.

Liam huffs out a laugh. "It was lovely. The space food was a bit bland though." He replies jokingly. He then turns his attention to Harry, placing a quick kiss onto the younger boy's cheek. "I'm fine love, just a bit tired is all." He lies smoothly, though his left eye twitches once. He could never lie well without giving it away, especially not to Harry. He only hoped his boyfriend wouldn't pick up on the subtle movement.

Harry's eyes narrow slightly. Should he prod a bit more or just let it go? He opens his mouth, before closing it again. He repeats this a few times before sighing defeatedly. Harry the coward, can't even speak to your own boyfriend. His mind whispers harshly at him, and he squeezes his eyes shut for a moment, willing it to stop before opening them again quickly, as to not give himself away. "Okay... If you're sure."

Zayn's about to say something, when he hears a car door slam. He looks up, watching as a man gets out of a silver car that had pulled into Liam's driveway. He assumes this is Liam's father, though he turns to his best friend's boyfriend with a questioning gaze, silently asking for conformation of his thoughts.

Liam catches Zayn's gaze, and smiles. Instead of answering Zayn directly, he turns to his father and yells out. "Dad!" He waits for the man to look at him, which soon happens. "Locked out again?" The man laughs, to which Liam nods shyly. The man then turns his attention to the other two boys. "Hello Harry, nice to see you." Harry smiles gently. Liam's dad was so nice, as was his mom. he basically considered them another set of parents, and he'd been told countless times that he was a part of their family now. "Hello Mr. Payne." He hears Liam's dad sigh dramatically. "Please Harry, call me dad. You're basically my son in law by now, seeing as you two are practically inseparable..." He decides to poke some fun at his son. "Hey Liam, remember that time Harry was supposed to sleep over but we told you he couldn't because you had to much homework and then you cried for three hours until we finally gave in and said yes?"

Liam blushes, and Harry smirks. It wasn't normal for him to join in on teasing, but for some reason the urge hit him. "And then you called me sobbing out apologies even though I told you about a hundred times it was okay." Zayn can't help but chuckle out a laugh that he attempts to muffle. "I wanted to see you..." Liam mumbles in defense. Though Zayn's chuckle had brought Liam's father's attention to him. "I don't think I've seen you before." Zayn shakes his head. "No, you haven't. Hello, I'm Zayn."

Liam's father nods. "How do you know my son? Do you go to his school?" Zayn shakes his head. "No, I go to Harry's school. He's my best friend." Liam's dad nods, a quiet "Ahh." Of understanding escaping his lips. "Well boys, let's not stand around. Come on in then, luckily I have my key since a certain teenager doesn't." Zayn shakes his head. "Sorry guys, but I should be going... I'll let you two have your cute couple time or whatever you do after school each day." He lets a small chuckle escape his lips, before standing and opening his arms. Harry quickly rises from the ground, pressing his chest against Zayn's and wrapping his arms around him. Zayn's quickly wrap around Harry as well. "Bye Harry, I'll see you later."

"Bye Zayn." Harry says, before pulling away and walking to Liam, offering him a hand up. It's quickly taken, and he uses what little strenghth he possesses to pull his slender yet muscular boyfriend up. Zayn gives him a nod, deciding their friendship hasn't really developed enough for hugs yet, before beginning to walk away. Liam and Harry begin to walk towards the house (Liam's father had already gone inside), before Liam stops, staring at Zayn's retreating form. "I'm gonna go talk to Zayn real quick, get his email or something so we can stay in contact. I'll be right in okay Haz?" Harry nods hesitantly, walking into the house and slowly closing the door behind him.

Liam jogs over to catch up with Zayn, who stops when Liam reaches his side. His brow creases in confusion, waiting for Liam to explain his actions. "I need you to tell me about Harry."

(A/N) Is this as bad as I feel like it is? No editing cause I'm lazy. Sorry.