Are You Still There?

Farewell

Briana's POV

This was it. Today is the day, the day that's been haunting me in the back of my mind....

I slowly got out of bed, without waking up Ashton. I got up a bit earlier because I had neglected to pack. Packing away so many of my things was so depressing because it reminded me that I had to leave, but I couldn't hold it off any longer. I like to think that by waiting to pack 'til the last minute it will somehow delay my flight, but it won't. I have to be an adult and just do it. After I finished packing my clothing items into my suitcase, I grabbed a smaller bag and packed in all my necessities and carry on items. I double checked my bags to make sure I had anything I would need before zipping everything shut and bringing it down stairs.

I went back upstairs and got back into bed. I slept a bit more and about an hour later it was time to get up, once again.

"Morning, babe..." Ash yawned, sitting up against the headboard.

" Morning." I forced a smile.

" I know this going to be hard, but just think about all the shows you'll be doing!"

" Oh my god! I'm performing in front of all my fans!" I forgot that I would doing so many fun things that not many people get to do.

" There's the spirit! " He laughed.

" And, don't forget about last night." He added, winking.

" Of course." I giggled.

" We should probably get ready." He pulled off the sheets, sitting on the edge of the bed.

" Hold on...," I said pulling him back, giving him a kiss, " Thank you." Then I gestured him to go on.

He left the bedroom, closing the door behind him.

"So this is what it feels like to be alone..." I sighed pushing myself to get up and get some breakfast, while the others get ready.

I made my way down the stairs with my feet dragging along every step I took. When I made it to the kitchen doorway, all the guys were standing around the island. On top of the island was a small cake, that read 'Thank you.' You could tell that they were the ones who made it, which was even more special.

"Surprise!" They all yelled and ran up to me, giving me a group hug.

" Thank you!" I said hugging all of them.

" But what is this all for?" I added, looking confused.

"You've helped us so much since you've been with us. Without you're help this house would have burned down!" Calum exclaimed

"You were an amazing friend, Briana. You can always make us laugh and you are so much fun to hang out with." Michael explained.

" Anything we ask of you, you do and you exceed our expectations. We're lucky met you." Luke smiled.

" You are also an incredible girlfriend." Ash grabbed both of hands. "Even though you eat all the oreos, I love you. We love you!" He hugged me.

"Yeahh!!!" Everybody clapped and raising their hands.

" I love you guys so much. I'm the luckiest girl in the world." I chuckled. " Now lets have some cake quickly. I have to get ready!"

I cut a slice for everybody and we all gathered in the dining room to eat and shared a few memories of being in the house.

About ten minutes later, I got showered and dressed, while the guys loaded the van that would take us to the airport.

Once I was ready, everyone was in the van waiting for me to lock the door. I took one last tour around the house before I would be gone. I took a deep breath and walked out the door, locking the door behind me. I got in the van and we drove off.