Define love

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You and Harry were just chilling on the sofa backstage with the boys and some of the crew members, watching Insidious. The boys and everyone had a laugh about it, thinking the movie as petty while you took it really seriously, jumping and burying your head against Harry's chest at every scary part (which to you, is practically all the time), much to Harry's pleasure.

Harry loves that feeling, knowing that you need him and go to him when you feel scared or need support. He takes that responsibility really seriously and murmurs near your ear every time you yelp and shudder in horror.

"It's alright, baby girl... I got your back." Harry would whisper and rub on your back soothingly. He couldn't stand to see you like this, so sometimes he would warn you beforehand by gently covering your eyes with that big hand of his.

"Shh... I think this is going to be scary." He would whisper by telling from the sudden change of music, comforting you with a peck on the forehead.

Harry had asked you if you want to go outside and just cuddle but you kinda like it though, being near Harry and cuddling him for a good reason. You also secretly liked the way Harry pampers you and how you get to squeal and act girly once in a while with your man by your side.

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Lou's POV

I was having a good laugh with the lads watching Insidious, even though it is a tad bit scary. I don't actually get what's so funny about it, to be honest. I'll never ever get what's so funny about a haunted house and possessed kid. 

I was half watching it, half observing Lux, who's by my side. Some parents might be wondering why would I allow my kid to be in a room playing horror movie but I wasn't too concerned as Lux is focused on dressing up her favourite dolly. 

I was just glancing back at Lux when she tapped me on my shoulder. 

"Mama, what is love?" She cocked her head to one side adorably. I asked her where she got that idea from.

"It says here..." Lux pointed to the box from where the doll came from and sure enough, there was a caption that said: "You'll love her!"

I thought hard about how I should answer her, as love has no definite meaning and it's really an abstract thing.

I looked around the room, as if the answer is right there. Turns out, I was right.

My eyes brightened as I spotted Harry and Y/N on the side of the big couch, cuddling up next to each other sweetly, a huge contrast to the rest of the boys and crew member who were fooling around, not even paying attention to the movie.

Harry was murmuring something in her ears, too soft for me to hear but he finished his sentence with a smile and gazed at Y/N lovingly.

I propped Lux up on my lap and motioned inconspicuously at the two of them. "Here Lux, see Uncle Harry and Y/N? See the way Harry looks at Y/N? That fond gaze? That intimacy?" I smiled and used some deeper words unconsiously.

Lux observed them quietly and I continued: "That's love right there..."

Y/N has now leaned further into Harry's chest, closing up all the gaps within them while Harry secured his arms tighter around her waist. She motioned for Harry to lean in closer and whispered something back in his ears. His grin got wider and wider, dimple prominent. 

It goes any wider, his face will split into half, I mused.

They laughed silently and shared a sweet kiss. Me and Lux continued to watch them silently. Harry ruffled her hair gently after the kiss, causing Y/N to pout and pinch Harry's cheek playfully.

"Yup, that's love all right. They are the perfect definition of love. Love is.... Harry and Y/N. Love is when you complete each other perfectly." I explained to Lux again, happy that she had such a great example in front of her. I wouldn't have it any other way.

Lux thought for a while and asked: "Is love boy and girl?" 

I immediately contradict: "Oh no no, not at all, baby! Love can be how mummy loves you, it can be how you love your friend. Love isn't always boy and girl, you can love a girl or a boy, mummy don't mind. Mummy won't ever stop loving you." I gave her a wistful smile, knowing that she doesn't fully grasp the depth of what I just said.

Lux smiled up at me from my lap and I continued: "Love is everywhere, baby. Love is what keep life going. So promise me baby, never lose your wonder of love, it brings you places."

Lux nodded obediently and asked again: "Is Uncle Niall and Uncle Liam love?"  She pointed at the two of them faffing about, doing pretend fist fights.

I stifled a laugh and answered her: "Yes, honey."

She continued questioning me about the rest of the people in this room, asking me if they are counted as love, which I all responded with a definite yes. She made me realize how I took it for granted. How it's all around me but I never realized. 

I silently hoped in my heart that one day, someone will love Lux as much as I do and take care of her for me, just like Harry taking care of Y/N.

It really is amazing, love. 💓

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