step brother ≫ styles

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HARRY'S POV

My eyes scanned the menu for what must have been the 100th time, but still, anything was better than having to engage in conversation with Julia. We'd been here 10 minutes and already I wanted to rip the girl's head off.

"Harry!" I heard her whine, and then my menu, which I'd been using as a divider between the two of us, was gone.

I sighed resting my elbows on the table. No sense in making her mad, she was holding the cards in the situation.

She began to drone about something -to be honest, I had no idea what- and I took this as an opportunity to look around the restaurant.

I'd done a nice job, considering the circumstances, if I may say so myself.

It was a simple Italian restaurant where it was small enough it was unlikely I'd be recognized, but not so small that we were the only people in here. Plus, it was cheaper. Meaning I didn't have to spend a ton of money on this... Devil.

The door opened and a couple walked in that looked strangely familiar followed by a head of blonde hair I'd grown to hate, and another of one I'd grown to love.

I groaned.

Of all things, of all people, of all places, of all times. Tonight had to be the night Madison and I both went to the same restaurant on dates.

The hard part was, we weren't together.

I know I told her I'd be okay about Luke and knowing that our relationship was a secret, but it's so god damn hard seeing the girl you're in love with all lovey-dovey with another guy.

Luke's arm wrapped around her waist as the group of four walked to their table and it took all my willpower not to jump up and push him to the ground.

I know I can't blame him really, I mean he doesn't know I love her, but the pain of jealousy is still evident in me.

I forced myself to turn back to Julia, as she was my only option to avoid staring at Luke and Mads.

Julia had her arms crossed, a glare clearly showing she was mad.

"You know Styles," she fakely smiled, "It would be a shame if this date were to be horrid. Because then, I'd be sure to tell everyone about you and little miss skateboard."

"I know," I mumbled.

Her hand reached across the table and I reluctantly let her take my own.

"I'm gonna run to the bathroom, mkay babe?" She said standing up from her chair.

I nodded and as soon as she was out of sight I took the opportunity to get Madison's attention.

I pulled out my phone sending her a quick message before ripping open a roll and taking a piece of the bread out. I rolled it into a ball before taking a shot at the back of Madison's head.

She turned around and I laughed softly at the annoyed look on her face before catching her eye and mouthing 'check your phone' to her.

I felt a reply a minute later.

From- Madison <3

I have to go to Luke's after, I'm sorry Harry. I didn't know this was happening! I'll see you tomorrow xx

Shoving my phone in my pocket I decided it would be best I didn't answer - she didn't need to know I was boiling with jealousy inside.

Luke would be taking her home tonight, not me. No doubt they'd kiss.

But god if they have..

Shut up, my mind told me.

Julia came sauntering back to our table a minute later.

Here we go.

****

That was one of the most painful meals of my life. That girl may have just killed my love for any Italian food.

I pulled into Julia's driveway, unbelievably relieved I was getting rid of the girl. Let me tell you, makeup and boy bands are not interesting conversation. And she wouldn't even listen to what I had to say.

Not to mention the fact she wouldn't shut up about Zayn. He's one of my best friends, yes, but she knew more about him than I did I swear.

Her hand rested on top of mine, "Harry," she whispered, "Kiss me."

"Excuse me?" I asked hoping I heard wrong.

"You heard me," she replied leaning in.

"No... I can't." I told her.

"Yes, yes you can." She growled.

"I have a girlfriend!" I blurted before clamping a hand over my mouth. Shit. Shit. Shit.

She shrugged, "I don't care."

My eyes widened, "I do."

Her eyes narrowed.

"Well then listen here, Styles. I don't care who you are. But Monday morning. Madison will be ruined, and there's nothing that's going to stop me."

She jumped out and slammed the door shut before I could say anything.

I slammed my fists on the dashboard before letting out a scream, "Fucking shit, Harry. Look what you've done."