Serendipity [Harry Styles fanfic]

Chapter 7

The next morning I woke up making a mental list of all the things I had to get done. First off, I had to get out of this house. It was beautiful and I didn’t get to explore it like I wanted to, but I just had too much responsibilities to take care of. I began to wonder just where Harry slept last night being that I took over his glorious bed when I kicked him out of the room. I felt bad being that I had a conscience, I was truly beginning to like him. This emotionally hurt but I wouldn’t allow myself to be depressed over a one-day fling. There were more important things to worry about. I opened his bedroom door and peeked my head out, looking back and forth. I heard the sound of utensils clank against a dish. At least he’s awake and saves me the effort of going to find him in this monstrous house.

I quickly used the bathroom and made my way back down the hall to the bedroom. I hummed along to myself and wasn’t really paying attention when I stumbled into someone. I looked up and was surprised to have come face to face with Zayn again. He’s even beautiful in the morning even though you could tell he had just woken up. He makes me feel like a sorry excuse for a girl.

“Ahh, sorry love. Wasn’t really paying attention to where I was going, too busy yawning.” His raspy morning voice hummed. “It’s okay, I was doing the same. But humming rather than yawning.” I let out a slight giggled and began to walk around him when he gently took hold of my forearm.

“I heard you, it sounded adorable, I bet you sing huh? You look so amazing in the morning by the way. I know you’re going back to school today, so maybe we could hang out some other time?” My heart fluttered and I could only feel the goofy smile radiating off of my face. I really have to work on keeping a cool demeanor when startled by questions. But the fact that Zayn of all people took an interest in me of all people was enough for me to pass out right then and there.

“Oh yeah, definitely! And no, I don’t. I mean I do, but not seriously like you guys..” I squeaked out. He nodded and fortunately, he already had his phone on him so I saved my number to his contacts and he promised to text me soon. We said our goodbyes and I went to go collect the rest of my things. What a lovely start to a Monday.

-Harry POV-

I groaned as I stretched out my aching back muscles. I slept on the floor last night after we finished watching the movie, without Camilla. I expected it to be more comfortable but what happened between her and I caused me to toss and turn all night in discomfort. Truthfully, I did have a short fling with Edith at one point. Turns out she was too clingy and kind of psycho, but not in a cute way. I stopped seeing her romantically about three months ago, but here and there she still sends me things to attempt to catch my attention again. Even when she asked if we were "still on for tonight" was baffling. I have no idea how her crazy mind thought i'd ever go hang out with her again. I wish Camilla gave me a chance to explain the situation, but you know girls, once they've made up their minds, it was almost impossible to change. But I was willing to attempt the impossible. I mean, i've come out successful before by taking my chances on an international singing show, riiiiiight? *winks*

I placed my cereal bowl in the sink and turned to see Zayn walk through the doorway and make his way to the fridge. What caught me off guard was the fact that he was smiling. He’s not a morning person so something must be up.

“Why do you look like a ball of sunshine today?” I questioned him.

“No reason mate, just in a good mood is all.” He smiled and returned his attention to the cereal he was trying to pick. Whatever you say man.

Not going to lie, but I was little scared to face Camilla today. I knew she wasn’t pleased with me, but I had to drive her home so I would have to endure the torturous silence that would take over in the car. I should be more excited than nervous. I knocked on my bedroom door. I thought about barging in but I didn’t want her to scream at me just in case she wasn’t dressed. Not that I would mind…but I don’t wanna dig myself in a deeper hole with her.

She peered up at me just as I said, “Ready?” It was really hard not to stare. She kept on my shirt, but put back on her jeans that hugged her legs perfectly. She wore no make up and had her hair down, which made her look so angelic in a way. She nodded at me indifferently, showing no emotion on her face as she walked past me to make her way downstairs. Ouch. I followed behind as we made our way to her small Honda. She didn’t know her way back home from here so I had to drive while my driver followed behind us to take me back afterwards.

I backed out of the driveway and made my way towards the highway. The silence between us was deafening. “So am I ever going to see you again?” I had a small sliver of hope that she calmed down after last night and still wanted me in her life.

“I don’t think it’s a good idea, Harry. You seem to keep proving to me why we shouldn’t give this a try. You have to understand that I do this to protect my heart. I’ve been to naïve with it before which only left me alone and sad. I could never hate you though, and am willing to remain friends. I love hanging out with you, and even with the boys.” The first part of her small speech stung, but when she said we could stay friends, hope was restored. If that’s what she’ll give me, I’ll take it for the time being.

We pulled up to her small apartment building and I turned to her to say my goodbyes. She fiddled with her fingers in her lap and slowly turned her gaze up to me. She caught me off guard when she left a peck on my cheek, got out of her car and ran up the steps into the lobby. I guess she realized she forgot to take her keys when she walked back out the door and blushed. I got out of her small vehicle and locked it behind me. I took my time walking up to her, handed her the keys while brushing my fingers along her hand. I gave her a soft smile that reached eyes and showed off a dimple. I knew she was beginning to get flustered and shy so I turned away and walked over to my driver’s car. Goodbye love, I’ll make sure to see you soon.