Claire POV -
It was weird walking around Ben's empty apartment. It was lavish like Danny's. I guess having a steady job and good money was able to give you the fine things in life. I was never use to seeing lamps that cost hundreds of euro's in people's houses. I was so use to seeing them on the shelves of Ikea. Sitting on the Tweed couch, I looked around his sitting room. A plasma fire place, ridiculously sized tv, pictures from parties with celebrities, one being Ben and Danny. I instantly shot up and knocked the picture flat on it's stomach,avoiding having to look at it. I had called Ben and informed him I would be staying at his . "Everything ok?. Why did you leave Danny's?" was all he seemed to ask me. "Um..was just a little crowded and I didn't want to be stuck around him 24/7!" I lied. He seemed to accept my answer and told me he would be back in the apartment late that evening. Looking at the clock it was now 2am. Ben wasn't answering his phone and I was growing tired of waiting for him.
Looking at my phone I sighed, the only person who was contacting me was Danny. He was constantly texting me, calling me. He begged repeatedly for me to come back,that he would leave me alone and never kiss me again if I didn't want it. The problem was..I wanted it, a little too much than I should. Ignoring the calls and texts, I decided on going to bed. I wasn't in the mood to wait up for Ben..he obviously was busy and would be come later. Getting in to the cold,large bed I looked around the room. It was silver and black and I wondered why he would pick such cold colours. The room was very masculine, no signs of any female ever having an influence and the bed attire. The thought was slightly comforting,knowing some woman didn't a hold on him,but then again it was uncomfortable as well. Would this mean that I would never have a place in his life? never have a chance to put my influence in this room. Shaking my head, I discarded the stupid thought. We hadn't even been together a month and I was planning the rest of our lives. And the main problem was that I didn't have strong feelings for Ben. So, why couldn't I just end it with him?, why was I pushing myself in to a relationship I wasn't committed to?. Cuddling up to the blankets, I closed my eyes and tried to sleep. Danny and Ben lingered in my head as if my head was teasing me. Making me suffer even more because I cheated.
Waking up the next morning, I turned to my left expecting to see a sleeping Ben beside me. To my surprise the space beside me was empty. Frowning, I turned my back and closed my eyes. Ben didn't come home at all. I sighed and accepted the matter and decided to keep on going . Rolling out of bed, I showered and dressed,my head empty which was a welcomed relief. I had to meet the boys later on for some photo shoots. I found it odd that when they went to magazine shoots etc they chose me as their artist. Most companies have a make up artist there,but the boys always said they wanted me to do their make up. Izzy had this theory that Danny objected to any one else doing his make up,as it would force me to be around him a lot more than I needed to be. It did bother me,that I might have to spend more time around him than actually needed. Their make up was very simple. Moisturizer,primer,foundation,powder,clear mascara and lip balm. It was all so simple and their was no need for me to be the only one who did their make up. Grabbing my bag, I called a taxi and waited on the hall stairs. Checking my phone I had a message from Ben.
Ben
Hi babe, sorry I decided to stay at a friends last night. I might see you later x
Might what the hell does that mean. Does it mean he probably will leave me alone in a new flat,not knowing where anything is. I didn't really care If I had no press to put my clothes. The thing that bothered me was the fact that I was left sitting alone. The tv was far to glamorous for me to operate. Two remotes for a tv was absolutely crazy to me. So, my first night in the apartment was spent staring at four walls instead of trying to figure out the tv and end up breaking it. I arrived at the studio's and Danny sat in the lounge drinking coffee. His eyes were glued to the door when I walked in. He was waiting for me. Once I entered he stood up and put hos coffee down."Can I talk to you" he asked,hoping I would say yes. I ignored him and set up my kit on the bench. Mark and Glen were in the room,chatting about some gig they had seen last night. "Lads,can you leave for like five minutes?..just wanna talk to Claire" Danny asked. "There is no need" I explained but the lads left us alone. Shaking my head, I cleaned my make up brushes as Danny sat down on the chair in front of me. "Please come back to the apartment" Danny begged. Biting my tongue, I failed to answer. "How can you be like this! Ben didn't even go back to you last night did he?" Danny snarled. My eye's widened, how the fuck did he know that? "How did you know that?" I asked him amazed,sitting on the bench to face him now. Danny smirked. "He spent the night with Sarah. He is in Dublin..not in London. I called Sarah this morning and she was in bed. I heard his phone going off and I questioned her. She admitted that Ben and her spent the night together. He was working in Dublin and they had drinks. So..Sarah and I are over, not because she cheated..obviously because so did I. But because she has feelings for Ben" Danny confessed. I sat as still as possible,not sure how to speak. Finally,after the new's sinking in, I spoke."He told me he was in London..I waited up til 2am for him" was all I could say to him. Danny shook his head in annoyance. "He doesn't deserve you" Danny said,seriously. I shook my head. "Either do you" . Danny nodded "True..but I can earn it. Come back to the flat with me. Give me the chance to earn it because I wanna be with you. I am sick of fighting my feelings for you Claire" .
I dropped my bags back in the familiar room. Danny stood in the door way with a smile on his face. "This is where you belong"he smiled . Being back didn't feel bad or uncomfortable. He was right in a way, I was meant to be here and Danny and I were meant to be together,but I just didn't think it was right now. Danny walked in and helped me unpack. "I can do it " I insisted but I wasn't the only one who was insistent. "No..I wanna help" he smirked as he picked up a thong of mine. Blushing, I grabbed it off him."Out" I ordered but Danny didn't move. "Has Ben texted back..?" he asked . I shook my head. I knew Ben wouldn't reply to the break up. He was too focused on fucking my sister behind my back,but then again..I didn't have the right to be mad or upset. I cheated first. Danny wrapped his arms around my waist . "I promise..I will make you see I am the right guy for you...even if it means writing a whole album about you" he laughed lightly. I couldn't resist or object his touch.Turning I looked in to his dark brown eyes. "I want a million albums written about me" I joked. Danny smirked,showing off his crows feet around his eyes. "Not pushy much?" he teased. Danny leaned in slowly. "Can I?" he asked. This was the first time he ever asked permission to kiss me. But I knew it was because he wasn't sure I wanted it. I nodded, I could never give in to him. Danny planted a small chaste kiss on my lips. We pulled away slowly smiling. "Just give me a chance" he said again. I nodded,memorized by him. It was time that I gave in and stopped fighting with my feelings and urges. Danny lifted me up and kissed me again,this time it was more passionate. I could feel my body buckle with urge. Danny pulled away once again. Hungry?" he asked. I nodded and Danny carried me in to the kitchen,his eyes glued to mine. Giggling, I was placed on the counter and was ordered to stay put.
Danny fluttered around the kitchen, throwing rashers in the frying pan and watching them fry. "Why are you giving me a chance?" he randomly asked me. Biting my lip, I thought hard about my answer. "Cause..I just can't keep lying to myself about how I feel about you. I have felt this way for years and then you come in to my life and it's like a dream. And we grew closer and I never believed you would like me. Then,all the shit happened and I was so mad at you, I told myself I never wanted you..but all a long I did" I explained,looking at my hands. Danny cupped my chin and forced me to look in to his dark eyes. "You will always be good enough,probably too good" he smiled as he planted a sweet kiss on my lips. I still couldn't get use to how casually he was kissing me. Each peck or make out session,taking my breath away each time. I smiled widely back at Danny as he buttered bread and threw the rashers on them. "It's the best I can do right now" he apologized as he handed me the plate. I smirked "I will cook as well you know" . Danny laughed and took a bite out of his sand which. Hopping off the couch, I sauntered down towards my room, Danny following me. I had grown comfortable around him and I could begin to get cheeky when I trusted him enough. Danny looked at me as I sat down on my bed, he followed me and sat down beside me. Neither of us talking,just chewing. Danny finished first and placed his plate on the floor. He sat patiently watching me,I knew he was dying to kiss me. Teasing him, I spent a lot longer than needed to eat my sand which,just making Danny squirm a little longer. Once I chewed my last bite,Danny leaped on me and sucked and kissed my neck. "Danny..is this you proving yourself to me?" I laughed,trying to tease him. Danny pulled away slightly "No..I will start that tomorrow" he laughed lightly as he returned to kissing my neck.
I slowly unbuttoned Danny's shirt,reveling his chest. I scanned my hands over his skin and closed my eyes. His skin was warm and soft. Danny slowly undressed me until I lay in my bra and panties. "God Claire" he gasped as he kissed his way down my body. It was very soon to even think about sleeping with Danny,let alone be doing it. "We can't have sex Danny" I stated,nerves kicking in. "Mmhmm" Danny replied,not taking me seriously. I pushed him away lightly "no really" I said finally looking at him. Danny exhaled,trying to cool down. "Yeah..I know. I just want you" he admitted. We lay down beside each other,half naked. "I just..need you to prove that this will be for the long run" I explained to him. Danny nodded "I will, I promise".
