Their Future What?!

Chapter 10

"L-Liam," I said standing up to go over to him. The look on his face stopped me though.

"Why would you lie about that? Was it that terrible? Or are you just that set against not being in a relationship with me?" I gave Fiona a look and she left the room closing the door behind her so Andy and Maz would leave us alone as well.

"No! That's not it at all."

"Then why?" He looked genuinely hurt and I absolutely hated that I was hurting him again.

"At first it was because I needed to work out my feelings. I wasn't sure if I actually had feelings for you or if it was in the heat of the moment. I knew it was wrong to lie about it. But if I told you the truth you'd want to talk about where that left us right away. And I know you. You'd keep bringing it up until we talked about it. I needed time. And space."

"So you were avoiding me after the party. You kept telling me it was just because you were busy."

"I mean I was busy. But I also needed some time away from you. But then once I figured out how I felt I didn't know how to tell you the truth. I knew I would need to but I was dreading us having this conversation. Also I really did not want you finding out like this."

"So how do you feel?" He looked doubtful of everything I was saying and I couldn't blame him. I took a deep breath before speaking.

"I really like you Liam. I have strong feelings for you. I've run from what I feel for too long. I understand if I've waited too long. You were right. I was scared before. Not just of being hurt again. I was scared of hurting you. I wasn't in a place for a relationship before. I am now." I stopped talking and looked at him. This wasn't how I wanted to tell him everything but it's how I had to. I just hoped I hadn't screwed things up too much with him. He just stared at me, not speaking. I couldn't tell what he was thinking even though I was trying. "Please say something Liam. Anything," I pleaded. He opened his mouth to speak but instead turned and left the room. I followed him and saw him walk out the door. I sighed softly and looked at the ground. Fiona walked over and rubbed my back.

"I'm sorry Krist," she said softly.

"It's not your fault. This is all on me. I should have listened to you guys right after the club. Then I wouldn't be in this mess."

"Do you want to stay for dinner?" I shook my head.

"No. Thanks anyway Fi. I should head home. I've caused enough trouble for today." Then I looked over at Andy and Maz. "Make sure he's okay please?" Andy nodded and I grabbed my bag and went home. On my way I stopped and grabbed some ice cream from M&S. Once home I sat on the couch and ate my ice cream while I watched Friends. A few hours later I was nearly asleep when I heard someone knocking on my door. I got up and slowly made my way to the door. The last person I expected to see was there. "Liam?" I asked softly.

"I'm sorry I walked out on you earlier. I wanted you to feel like I did. I wanted you to know what it felt like to pour your heart out and the person just walk away. I didn't plan on coming here so soon. But I realized I was being petty and stupid. I still have feelings for you. I want to be with you Kristen."

"Get in here you idiot," I replied, stepping aside to let him in. "You're a dumbass you know that?"

"Are you gonna keep insulting me or...?" He asked, smiling at me.

"Are you gonna kiss me? Or are we just gonna stand here?" He smirked and pulled me close before kissing me deeply. I wrapped my arms around his neck as we kissed. I felt truly happy for the first time in a long time in this moment. I pulled away gently and smiled up at Liam. Liam smiled back and kissed my head. I lead him over to the couch and we sat down. I smiled as he pulled me closer, keeping his arm wrapped around my waist. It reminded me of sitting at his parents' house the first time I met his family. I cuddled into him happily. "This feels so perfect," I said softly.

"Yes it does baby," he replied. As we sat on the couch I grabbed my phone and took a picture of us. I wanted to remember this moment. I also sent the picture to the girls in our group chat. I wanted them to know what was going on. My phone quickly lit up with happy replies from my friends but I didn't reply at the moment. I was enjoying cuddling with Liam too much.

Congratulations! -Gigi

Finally!! -Lidia

So happy for you both! -Celine

Took you guys long enough! -Adrienne

Glad everything worked out babe. So happy for you! ❤️ -Fiona

You're one to talk Ade! And yay!! Congrats! -Eleanor

I ended up falling asleep on the couch with my head on Liam's shoulder. I woke up slightly when he picked me up. I felt him carry me to my room and lay me down.

"Stay tonight?" I mumbled hoping he'd understand.

"Sure baby whatever you want," I heard him say softly. As soon as I felt the bed dip with him getting in I fell back asleep.

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Sorry for the long hiatus on this guys! I hit some writers block. What do you all think of this chapter??