Our Love (1D Fanfic)

Prologue

Prologue

I witnessed my boyfriend cheating on me. And I have to say, it sucks like hell.

The feeling is like getting betrayed by that one person you trusted so much. It feels like a storm is breaking into your world. It feels like no one will love you. Ever again. 

  I felt being replaced by someone I didn't expect. 

Although I had all these crazy rants going through my head, there was this little part of me, that felt calm.

My best friend's house was the only place I could think of at a time like this. My house was just gonna make the problem bigger. Plus, my single mom would retell the stories of my father's death. She'd tell me how she could relate. How much pain she had to go through, and how many times she had to be patient and strong.

At my best friend's house, it was a lot more different. Niall, my best lad, wasn't the "lecturing" type. He was more of the type that just did silly stuff until you were A+++ okay. Sometimes, he'd allow me to go to his rooftop to rant all I want without any interruptions. That place was like my second home. That was where I could be me without anyone judging.

This was where I had my best friend be an idiot, at the same time, be there for me.

I rang the doorbell. No answer. I rang it continuously. I finally heard someone who came rushing down the stairs. Once he opened the door, I knew he hadn't slept yet. He rubbed his eyes and faked a yawn, "What are you doing here Tee? It's like 12am." "Oh, I just thought you wanted to come with me to buy some take-out Nandos, but you can go on fake sleeping. Bye." I was about to leave until he pulled my arm and said, "Wait for about 30 seconds." 

Soon, we had take-out Peri-peri chicken and some burgers with fries. Niall couldn't help buying a lot. It was a habit of his. We ate at his rooftop. The stars were shining so brightly that it felt like we were in heaven.  

"Perfect view, perfect food and yet, what an imperfect night it's been." I said, loud enough for Niall to hear. "Are you trying to write a song? Cause I'm warning you, it's not going well." He teased me. "No, dummy. I just feel like I needed to say that." I say quietly.

"Haha, well like they say, 'YOLO'." I looked at him puzzled. "Niall!" I shouted to him, trying to control my laughter. We both giggled crazily. He let out a breath and asked, "But seriously, why did you say that?" I looked down.

I didn't know how to explain it to him. He might just continue asking. He might just tell me to leave cause he's tired of my problems.

And, I'm actually afraid he won't understand me.

"Tee, if you don't tell me why, I will sing 'Like A Virgin' in my best Shakira voice." He told me. Damn. This guy knows me to well.

"Okay! Fine, I'll tell you. But please don't get mad. Promise?" I indicated. "Go." "Okay... Remember, those rumors about Trevor seeing Mylene? Well, after weeks of trusting my instincts, I... Saw him-" Niall's arms suddenly wrapped me. Good timing. I was about to breakdown and cry all over again.

"Charlotte Philipps, what is 1+1?" He whispered. "Um, what?" "Answer it." "2..." I was completely puzzled. "Exactly. We all have 2 hands, eyes, and 2 legs." "Don't forget nostrils." "Yes, we do..." "I still don't get how this relates with me."

The next thing I know, Niall scoots nearer to me.

"Trev has held his hand with yours, looked at your brown eyes, and walked with you in romantic places. But there's something he forgot. He forgot something special." "What is that?" "To love you with his only heart." "Oh my god, you aren't gonna start a speech or something are you?" I asked, getting anxious.

"I'll try my best not to sound deep, but here it goes. Charlotte... I've always loved you."

I. Was. Speechless.

"Ever since you and I were friends, I've always felt something more. Every time we would sing our favorite songs together, all the time we would be playing around acting like crazy people and every second I saw you smile, I would smile back." He confessed.

"Niall..." I said his name, not knowing what to say. Niall likes me. Or should I say, he loves me? My reaction was already read. But my feelings, were afraid.

"Charlotte, I know you don't like me back. It's okay, but I just wanted you to know that, I really do." He added. "Niall. I, uh... I...um," I stammered. Ugh, no wonder all those girls in cheesy flicks were having a hard time. I actually understand them.

Suddenly. Niall said, "Just go. Go home and forget this happened. Sorry. I was wrong for doing this."

"No... Niall, it's not your fault. I'm just a bit... Shocked." "Tee, go home!" He shouted.

I left, terrified. Before leaving I saw him, hiding his face with his hands. I wanted to comfort him, but I remembered his cold goodbye.

I felt guilt. Horror.

And deep regret.

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