They say opposites attract.

Chapter 6

Harry didn't answer for a few seconds and Zayn raised his eyebrows, indicating he's still there, waiting for an answer. 

"It's not that- It's not that I-" Harry paused. Not finding the right words. Then he just sighed and said it in the best way he could. "He hates me- he's a douche, so I hat- dislike him. I guess." That was like the summarised version of the summarised version but Harry just didn't know how to say it properly.

"I don't understand..." Zayn replied, eyebrows scrunching up as if Harry had just told him a riddle. "Could you explain it in a bit more detail? Cause I'm not following at all." 

Harry sighed. He really didn't know what to say or where to start. Should he start from when they were friends? Or just explain how Louis acts like a total douche? But then again, Louis and Zayn were best friends so Harry couldn't really diss Louis.

"Well, uh, I guess we were friends and then I ca- I uh, I said something when he was over for dinner and then he just started being a douche ever since. It's been what? A year now? I don't care if he hates me I just understand why he persists on being an absolute dick. It's fucking annoying having to wake up early for school, you don't wanna be pestered for no reason when you get there too." Harry didn't wanna say he came out because he was scared Zayn would react in the same way as Louis and he didn't need someone else up his ass for the rest of the school year. He didn't wanna have to deal with that yet.

"What did you say?" Fuck. He should tell Zayn he didn't wanna say but at the same time, he didn't want to be ashamed of who he was. Fuck it.

"I-I came out." Harry's eyes locked with Zayn's. Zayn stayed quiet for a moment and in that split second, Harry was sure he was about to get kicked out. That was the end of their 5 minute long friendship. He fucked it up already. Why did things like that have to happen to him-

Before he knew it Zayn's arms were around him engulfing him in a big hug. "I'm really sorry you had to go through that Harry, at such a hard time as well. Must've sucked." Zayn pulled away and smiled genuinely at Harry. 

Harry smiled so wide. He was so fucking happy that Zayn didn't care for his sexuality. It was relieving. "But Louis? A homophobe? I doubt that.... I mean, we never really talked about it but I wouldn't imagine Louis being a homophobe, or hating on you because you're gay either. It just, doesn't sound like him at all." 

Harry didn't know what to say. He didn't know Louis at all. All he had were his stories to tell and that's what he had to judge Louis by.

"Uh- yeah but please don't mention anything to Louis. I don't want it to seem like I'm telling on him or anything. I don't really care anymore." Harry spoke, scratching his neck.

"A year you said? A year he's been torturing you? How come I've never noticed?" Zayn questioned. Getting more confused by the second. "Oh and yeah don't worry, I won't mention anything to him." Zayn reassured and Harry was so glad Zayn was so understanding.

"Actually Zayn, I was wondering that myself." Harry chuckled. 

Zayn looked confused but then shrugged it off. He leaned back on the couch, taking it all in. But the more time that passed, the more confused he looked. 

Harry didn't wanna talk about it anymore though so he hoped Zayn would drop the subject. He was just happy that Zayn didn't react badly, he didn't need another Louis around. One was more than enough.

The doorbell rang loudly, startling both Zayn and Harry. Zayn excused himself to go open the door. 

When Zayn opened the door, an uncomfortable looking Louis stood before him. "Hey man, I'd hate to interrupt your little date but I forgot my wallet upstairs can I go grab it?" When Louis said date he gave a disgusted expression and Zayn was shocked. Was Louis really homophobic? Is that really the reason Louis hated Harry? Zayn couldn't believe it. When Louis gave Zayn an impatient look, Zayn realised he hadn't answered. Zayn nodded and moved out of the way.