Behind the Curls (Harry Styles, One Direction fanfic)

Chapter Ten - The first date.

I stood in front of the floor length mirror. My navy lace dress framed my warm blue eyes and my hair was in loose curls. I decided to wear some cream pumps, not risking falling over in heels.

It was mine and Josh' date in an hour and we were going to Nando's - of course!

We arrived in England yesterday and it's the boys first live performance of What Makes You Beautiful on a TV show called 'Red or Black', so I'm not sure if I should still go on the date.

Someone knocked on my hotel room door. I stood up off my bed to answer it. There waiting intently was Zayn. I smiled at him as he walked into my room.

"You look...amazing!"

I beamed happily.

"Thanks babe." I patted the bed indicating him to sit beside me. He jumped onto my mattress and landed next to me.

"So, are you looking forward to tonight?" He asked.

"I am, I mean Josh is...great but-"

"The performance?"

I nodded. "I mean, I'm here to support Harry yet I'm leaving him for a date."

"Well you did promise Josh and a promise is a promise babe."

I nodded slowly. "I know, I guess I'll stick with the date."

He began to walk out of the room. "Zayn."

He turned around. "Mmm."

"Who's Harry's girlfriend?" He looked shocked.

"He doesn't have one."

"Or he hasn't told you yet." I corrected him.

I rolled my eyes, that girl on the phone certainly seemed close to him. I'm surprised he hasn't told me. It kind of hurts...

He bit his lip and laughed.

"God, you two are so blind!"

"Why?"

"You'll realise it one day."

He walked out of the room leaving me even more confused! I glanced into the mirror one last time, confirming my insecurities about myself. I hate how I look, that's why I know me and Harry will never work out because I'm not good enough for him! Anyway, I guess I have Josh now...sort of.

I just can't make up my mind. I have feelings for Josh; but Harry too! I don't know what to do right now.

I entered the living room. Harry and Louis were in a corner whispering and Zayn was perfecting his hair. Liam was on twitter and Niall was eating what looked like a chocolate and crisp sandwich...

They all turned to face me, acknowledging my presence.

I noticed Josh out of the corner of my eye, sitting alone and staring into space. I sat beside him and smiled.

"Hiya." He stood up immediately.

"You look beautiful."

I glanced at his white shirt and trousers. He had made an effort and he looked impressive.

"You look very dapper." He smiled and handed me a red rose.

"Aw thanks."

He took my hand as we headed towards the door.

"Wait!" Harry shouted. We turned as he ran towards us.

"Josh can I have a word with you...in private."

He nodded and walked over to a secluded corner of the hotel room.

Harry's POV

"Josh, look after her okay!"