Destiny | H.S.

Chapter 7

Harry's POV

I wake up to the sun peaking through the curtains, and realize I'm on a couch. Shit. We fell asleep last night. I was planning on leaving after the movie, but I guess we both just drifted off without noticing.

Avery's sound asleep in my arms, cuddled up to my chest. Looking at her like this makes my heart flutter. She's an angel. She's such a smart, witty, sweet girl. It's so sad that she had to go through such a terrible break up, and that it still affects her today. I would never do that to her. I would protect her as my own.

God, I'm falling. I'm falling and it's been one date. One amazing date. I mean we've technically hung out twice before, once at the bar, and once at the coffee shop. I feel like it was fate that we kept running into each other, honestly. I need to ask her out again. She's so perfect. In all my 23 years, no one has ever been this wonderful. I glance at my watch, and it's 6:00. I should probably leave before she wakes up. I don't want her to think I'm rushing things, because I honestly do want to take things slow. The last thing I want is for her to think I'm taking advantage of her.

I can't stop thinking about our kiss. Well, both of them. It's just a kiss, Harry. Why am I being like this?

Her light brown hair covers her face, so I part it and kiss her gently on the forehead. I cautiously stand up, and pull the blanket on top of her. I lift her head and lay a pillow beneath her. She makes a soft noise but thankfully doesn't wake up. I'd carry her to her bedroom, but I don't want to wake her up. She looks too peaceful to disturb.

I stretch and walk to her kitchen, finding a piece of paper, and a pen. I write a note for her, letting her know what happened and to text me if she'd like. I really hope she likes me as much as I like her. I grab my phone and my keys, and walk out as quietly as possible.

I get to my car and start driving, Avery never leaving my mind.

Avery's POV

I wake up to the sound of my phone buzzing. It's probably my group chat with Jess and Liv, wondering how my date went. I open my eyes and realize I'm on the couch, and suddenly remember cuddling here with Harry last night. Did I fall asleep on him? Fuck, I hope not. I feel so bad.

I quickly stand up, and check my phone. It's 8:33.  Harry's gone, he must have left when I fell asleep. Last night was so much fun, and God, our kiss. It was amazing. Beyond amazing, even. He's so gentle with me, and it makes me so happy. He in general makes me so happy.

I get up to go to my kitchen to start some coffee, and see a note on the kitchen table.

Hey lovely,
I hope you had as nice of a time last night as I did. I really would like to do it again. We both fell asleep last night, but I didn't want to disturb you and wake you up this morning. Have a lovely day.
-H

I read the note, and my heart swells. He's absolutely perfect. So caring, not wanting to wake me up. I honestly wouldn't have cared, but he's too sweet. I pull out my phone to text him.

Me: Hey, I got your note.

I wait a little bit, grabbing my coffee and sitting back down on the couch. My phone buzzes not even two minutes later.

Harry: I'm glad. Did you sleep well?

Me: Yes. You're very cuddly.

Harry: I'll take that as a compliment.

Me: You should.

Harry: :) Do you have plans for tomorrow? I have a conference in a couple hours, so I can't take you out today, but tomorrow would work.

Me: Tomorrow sounds great. I don't normally have plans on Sundays.

Harry: Well maybe you'll start to.

That text does something to me. It's like a confirmation that he likes me, like actually likes me. No one ever actually likes me.

Harry: I'll pick you up at 6, and we can come to my place. I'll have to clean up a bit though, especially after seeing yours.

Me: Oh please. Don't bother, my place is never clean

Harry: It's wonderful. I love it.

Me: It's nothing, but thank you.

Harry: Why you're welcome, dear Avery. I'll see you tomorrow. I'm quite excited.

I like his message and throw my phone on the couch, smiling like an idiot. He's such a dork. I'm so excited to keep going out with him.

I go in my room and call Olivia, filling her in on everything that has happened.

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