Niall Horan Imagines

Merry Christmas Daddy AU Pt 3...

Can we just take a moment to admire this beautiful human being. I swear I have a problem. There isn't a day he doesn't cross my mind. I love him!

"Please don't leave Daddy..." Aileen begged her father as he was headed out for the night.

Niall looked up at me, his crystal blue eyes asking for permission to stay over.

I nodded.

"Oh alright!" Niall laughed as he pretended to give in to his daughters pleads, bringing her into a huge bear hug.

Thank You, Niall mouthed just before letting go of the five year old.

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"Aileen time for bed, honey!" I called for my daughter

"But mom...I'm having fun with daddy!" She wined.

"Now, now Aileen. Your mom is right, its really late plus you have to go to sleep or else Santa won't come!" My litte girl gasped as she dragged her little feet down the hallway and towards her room.

Niall and I both chuckled at how adorable she was.

The fun soon ended as an awkward silence took over.

"Well, ill show you towards our guest bedroom so you can settle in." Niall nodded as he was quick to follow.  "if you need anything you know my room is right next door." I spoke as I handed him an extra blanket.

A spark flew through my system as our fingers brushed against each others. I pulled my hand away as I rushed out of the bedroom.

"(YN) wait!" Niall took a grip on my wrist as he turned me to face him. His eyes poured into mine as a grin appeared on his lips. "Thank you. For everything!"

Without saying another word, I nodded and sped towards my room, slamming the door shut.

My back was resting against the cold door as I struggled to catch my breath.

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N I A L L

I stood by the window, the feeling of her skin in contact with mine was still present. No matter how much I fought, the smile on my face was as well.

As I stared outside I realized how bright the moon seemed tonight as it laid against the  dark sky.

It might sound ridiculous. But today seemed like a sign. I just hope I am not the only one who felt the spark.

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( Y N )

"Mommy, mommy! Its Christmas..." I was awoken by the excited voice of my five year old

I open my eyes only to be met by a little girl jumping on my bed.

"Alright, alright, lets go downstairs." I rubbed my eyes, hoping to relieve some of my sleep deprivation.

As I sat up I remembered the events of the previous day, I noticed that the door to his room was still shut, meaning he was still asleep.

One knock, two knocks.

No answer.

I slowly and quietly opened the door as my eyes took in the figure in front of me.

I watched as his chest rose and fell. Light snores being the only sound in the room. A small smiled hovered his lips, and I could not help the one that formed on mine.

"Why are you staring at me?" His thick Irish accent broke my slight trance

An awkward cough was let out on my part as crimson covered my cheeks. I was quick to sit up straight and cross my arms over my chest as I aimed to compose myself.

"I wasn't staring." I tried my best not to stutter, "I knocked. Since you didn't answer, i let myself in, it is my house after all!" I watched as a smirk replaced his grin. "I just came to say that we will be down stairs, if you want to join us for some gift unwrapping." I rushed out of the room, not wanting to embarrass myself anymore.

"Whos ready to open presents?" I questioned as I stepped into the living room.

"I am!" I took a hold of my wonderful daughter, squeezing the life out of her.

"Mommy, stop! It tickles..." her laugh brought joy to my heart. I loved nothing more than the sound of her laugh.

"Aileen, you ready?" Nialls voice bounced off the walls

"Yes daddy!" Aileen squealed.

Daddy. One word, who knew one word could bring back so many memories.

"Alright then. Lets do this!" and so they began. Gift after gift, Aileens smile only grew.

All until only one gift was left under the tree.

"I believe Santa brought this for you." Niall spoke as he handed me a small package. A sly grin taking over.

"Santa huh?!" I played along as I slowly unwrapped the gift.

I ran my fingers over the blue velvet box, slowly opening it.

A feeling of shock took over as I stared at the heart shaped necklace.

The same necklace I told him I lost five years ago. My grandma had given it to me a day before her death, it meant the world to me. I remember crying to him and I can't believe he did as well.

"I had an exact replica made after you told me you lost it. I found it in my drawer the other day, better late than never, right?" Niall chuckled as scratched the nape of his neck , nervousness hovering over his features.

"I can't thank you enough, I love it!" I stood up as I instinctively pulled Niall into a hug.

Chills ran down my spine as he placed a light peck to my forehead, something he would always do. (Some things never change.)

"No need to thank me. It broke my heart to see you so upset when you lost it, I just can't believe it took me five years!" Niall chuckled before he realized the double meaning behind what he had just said.

"I'm sorry." He continued

"I know you are. " I nodded. His electric blue eyes stared right into my own, and for a moment it felt like no time had passed, "Aileen is happy, because of you, and that's all I could ever ask for, so thank you." I spoke as I looked over at my beautiful daughter as she played with her toys.

"No. I should be the one thanking you, even after all I put you through, you still manage to show me so much kindness. You're wonderful you know that?" Niall took a hold of my hand.

"Stop..." I playfully pushed him away, only causing him to laugh boisterously. "Come on, lets get ready, we always head back over to my parents house for some Christmas breakfast. I think its time you start joining us in our holiday traditions." A slight smirk played on my lips as we ran over to Aileen picking her up and taking her to get ready.

I don't know if I will ever forgive him to the full extent of the word, but I do know that I want to make this work, for Aileen. (At least that's what I would keep telling myself)

This part was kind of all over the place but hey, I updated! Sorry for any mistakes... Not sure if there will be a part 4, make sure to let me know if you guys would be interested in that.

By the way, I'm sorry! I know this is like super late, since Christmas was last week but I just didn't have anytime to just sit and write.

Anyways I hope you enjoyed and if you did make sure to vote + comment.

Love y'all!
~AusllyDirectioner