Treacherous (Niall Horan)

I Promise

"Gregg!" I hear Niall yell from outside.

The boys are playing soccer, Bobby is at work, Maura and I are cleaning up after lunch.

"How long have you and Niall known each other?" Maura asks.

"About 2 months."

"Really? That's it?"

"Yeah. I mean, we feel like we really know each other and we really get along well."

"That's good to hear. I remember the first day Niall told me about you. He sounded so happy. And I know when my little boy is happy. He told me how you were so cute and so caring. He says nothing but good things about you. Every night he calls and he says every day is better."

My cheeks flush.

"Oh?"

"Yes. I am glad my son has found someone like you to share his love with. Promise me one thing sweetheart?"

"Sure."

"Never hurt him. He may seem unbreakable, but he isn't."

"I promise I will never ever hurt him."

"Good. Oh, here they come."

I turn to see Niall and Gregg walking into the kitchen, covered in sweat.

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"I am so tired." Niall says as he climbs into bed.

"Me too. Today was fun, thank you."

"No, thank you for coming."

"Welcome."

Niall pulls me close and wraps an arm around me. He uses his free hand and takes my hand in his.

"My parents really like you."

"They do?"

"Yeah."

"That's good."

"Mhm."

There's a little silence. Nice silence, not awkward silence.

"I love you." Niall says, just above a whisper.

"I love you too Niall."

He lets out a deep sigh and gently squeezes me.

This. Is. Perfect.