Only In His Dreams

Is there something we can do?

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Liam's POV:

" are you sure, Danielle? He seems like a nice kid...".

" I'm positive, liam. It would take a lot of work to get him into the system, there's not even any evidence that what he is saying is true. You may be putting Niall, Louis and zayn in danger and that's against what you signed up for as foster parent ".

I sighed to myself as I continued pacing my bedroom. There must be something I can do.

" I don't think the kid would hurt a fly. He has too many injuries and can barely speak if at all, he mostly just mumbles and whines. He needs a home, There has to be something I can do....".

" I'm sorry, liam. I really am. The kid has a mother and there is no evidence leading up on abuse. Anybody could of done that to him. If I don't have names, I don't have answers ".

I ran a hand through my hair frustrated. I needed help on what to do with harry and I'm not really getting it. I legally can't keep Harry under my care without permission, his mom could be looking for him and if he's in my care...I can't even imagine the charges she can give me. I called up Danielle who happens to be Niall's social worker and a very close friend of mine. She knows a lot about the system and the people in it, I wanted to know if harry was eligible to be put in it. But if he's not being taken out of a neglectful or abusive situation then there's nothing I can do. I don't think harry is lying to me, I honestly believe the abused boy and I'd much rather be his guardian at this point.

" what if he's labeled as a orphan? ".

I heard Daniele sigh into the phone.

" but he's not liam! He has a mother out there somewhere and she's probably looking for him".

" I can't let her find him. Tell me what I can do for now? Am I able to keep him here with me till further notice? ".

The line went silent, making me think she hung up.

" Danielle? ".

" schedule a doctors appointment for him in the morning to get his wounds checked. Then head to the police station and I'll meet you over there to work some things out. I think my brother can help you. Till then, keep a close eye on him and get as much information as you can from him ".

I smiled as I grabbed a notepad and scribbled down the things I needed to remember to do. I knew there was a way, Danielle always made a way.

" thank you so much! I swear you are the best!".

" yeah uh huh, the things I do for you. See ya then Payne...in my ass ".

" whatever, thanks Danielle ".

I hung up and quickly called in a doctors appointment for harry. I'm a bit fearful of this whole situation but I know I'm making the right decisions. I really think he could use a family and not a fake one.

Once I was done, I exited my room and peeked into the living room. It probably wasn't a good idea to leave the boys all alone with a stranger but I needed to get that handled in private. We have a gossiper in this family that likes to spread the wrong information. I think you can guess who that might be.

I expected the boys to be watching tv on the couch, but instead they were all crowded around harry. He looked a tad bit scared, he was balled up into the corner of the couch, knees to his chest, as they surrounded him. I don't think they know the meaning of personal space. I was about to break it up when I heard Louis ask a question, then I watched as Harry shook his head. It took me a minute to figure out that they were playing twenty questions.

For some reason, it's a tradition for them to play that game when a new family members enters the family. I guess that's there way of getting to know them. Harry didn't seem to terrified but he was definitely tensed up.

" alright boys, give him some space ".

Everyone backed up, except for Louis who stayed out right next to harry. He's taken a liking to harry, I'm not sure why though. He's never liked changes or new people. Hell! He didn't even like zayn for a year because he didn't like having a little brother, it was too much of a change for him.

" how about you boys go get washed up for bed, yeah? It's almost your bedtime ". I said, rolling my eyes as they let out a string of whines.

" you do know we're almost adults, right? ". Niall asked, rolling his eyes just like I did mine.

" you do know you still live under my roof right? My house, my rules ". I challenged, crossing my arms as I looked at him expectingly.

I know they are almost adults but as long as they are my kids and living under my roof, what I say will go.

Niall sighed dramatically before standing up with a pout.

" fine! I'm getting tired anyways ". He grumbled, walking past and I tot he hallway.

I turned around and looked at zayn with a pointed look.

" you go with him and get cleaned up ". He quickly nodded and followed in his older brothers footsteps.

After a few seconds I turned back to Louis about to say something when I heard Niall grumble from the bathroom.

" really?! No privacy in this house! ". He shouted.

I just laughed and shook my head.

" just be quiet and help him get cleaned up ".

After I didn't hear a response and only heard the shower turn on I continued.

" Louis hun, why don't you go get cleaned up in my bathroom while I help Harry get ready for bed, okay? ".

I could tell Louis wasn't okay with that idea as he hesitated to get up, he walked slowly out of the room looking back at harry one last time before leaving.

" now harry... ". I began, making my way to the couch and sitting beside him. Watching as he balled up in the corner.

" tomorrow you have a doctors appointment to check out your wounds but tonight you're going to stay here and get some rest so you're already to go ". I smiled, watching as he nodded at every word I said.

" you don't have to be scared, hun. You are perfectly safe here ". I assured, reaching out a hand to pat his knee. Of course he flinched but I didn't make a big deal out of it.

There's obviously a reason why he flinches at any hand raised towards him.

" alright well, let's go get ready for bed shall we? ". I smiled, holding my hand out for him to take.

He was hesitant but eventually did take my hand. I got him all dressed up in some of Louis's clothing again since he happened to be the smallest.

Harry looked so small and feeble as Louis's clothing kinda hung off his shoulders a bit. I feel so bad for the kid. He seems really skinny and weak, he's desperately in need of some TLC. He looks sad, you can see the pain behind his eyes. There is a whole story but no one willing to listen. Hopefully there's something I can do, before it's to late for him.