Beat Still

Chapter 58: Beat Still

FINAL CHAPTER (part 4/4)

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*Marcel's Pov*

"Mum, it's okay. We're going to call whenever we can, and you can come visit!"

Harry nodded in agreement,"You can come to every performance! We're going to make you so proud Mum."

She nodded quickly as she let the tears fall. She motioned us in for a hug and we both held her tightly.

"Let's finish packing these bags, yeah?" She blew her nose, and grabbed another shirt to fold.

"So, how does it feel to never graduate?" Gem placed a hand on both of our shoulders, laughing uncontrollably at her stupid joke.

We just both rolled our eyes at her simultaneously as Mum slapped her arm.

"I just know you two will be great. I always knew how talented my boys were..." She gushed,"And don't worry. I'll take care of Mum." She wrapped a long arm around our mother and squeezed her into a hug.

"We know." Harry answered before turning to me,"When will the boys be here?" At that moment the doorbell rang causing my smile to grow even wider.

"Now." I sprinted downstairs, and unlocked the door.

"Come in! We're going to have a quick band meeting before heading out." The boys shuffled in quickly, eyes still red from crying with their families. Even Niall was quiet despite promising to lift everyone's spirits on the plane.

That only made me even sadder. Especially now looking at my beautiful boyfriend. I had almost forgotten what I have to do.

It's for the best, Marcel. It's the best thing for the band.

But what about the best for me? I guess that does not matter. Not right now at least.

Right now, the only thing everyone should be focusing on is the band. There is a huge possibility that we can take care of our families, and live wonderful lives. I don't want to be the reason that is messed up.

Especially with all of the ridiculous things we have been through in the past year, I cannot give anyone one more distraction. I just hope Louis does not hate me...

I stood in the middle of the room and waited for everyone to sit down. When they were all finally settled, I took in a deep breath, trying to calm myself down.

"In light of all the recent drama and what not," I chose to look down at my loafers rather than face anyone,"I think it would be best if I did not go with you guys."

I refused to look at their faces, I simply listened to what they had to say.

"Marc, you're our songwriter." Niall's accent seemed a bit harsher when you do not look at him directly. "Our manager!"

"My best friend." Oh Li...We're still best friends.

"My brother..." I looked up when I heard Harry speak.

I honestly thought he would be okay with this, but by the look in his eyes he most certainly was not. I suppose I should have talked to him first- alone.

Zayn ducked his head down, not speaking. But then again, he never did. Now Louis...He had me worried. He was staring blankly at his hands. He was never at a lost for words.

"You guys will be singing whatever Simon picks out now. And if he allows an original song, I'm sure you could figure it out. You don't need me."

I shrugged, trying to play off the fact that I do actually want to go. Really bad. But it was true that they do not need me.

"I need you." Lou stood up from the couch,"I need you."

I felt the tears well up,"I refuse to come between anyone in this band. Okay? I am a non factor in this situation. Everyone needs to know that."

Who was I trying to convince? Them? Or myself?

"Mar-mar, we're all cool. There are no hard feelings!" Zayn raises his voice from his seat, looking at me with a confused expression.

"If I come with you..." I looked a still standing Louis in the eyes,"then that means we have to break up."

He gasped, scrunching up his cute face. Oh golly, I've done it now. He hates me.

"I just cannot be in a relationship with either of you during this competition!" I gestured towards the obvious other person,"You have to stay focused."

I wiped my face furiously and sniffled,"Does everyone agree?"

They all nodded understandingly...

except one.

The blue eyed boy walked over to me slowly. He stopped in front of me, looking anywhere but my face.

"Lou?"

He wrapped his arms around me tightly as he began sobbing. I held his tiny body, gently rubbing his back. I whispered "I love you's." and "This is for the best."

Between gasps for air he finally agreed. Then I hugged him tightly, picking him up slightly and placed a kiss on the top of his head.

Before I could unwrap myself from around him, all of the boys got up and joined in. I was feeling a little claustrophobic with so many bodies around me, but I decided to ignore it.

I can tell that this will be one of many group hugs that we share. So I may as well get used to it.

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Uhm... I am sobbing like Louis.

Too soon?

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