Megan POV
"What? What do you mean by that?" He looked away. "Harry". He wheeled himself back into his room. "Harry, I have legs. All I have to do is walk in there". He didn't respond, so I walked in there. "Harry, what is wrong? Are you suicidal? Is that why you ju-?"
"STOP TALKING". I was taken aback.
"Look, I will explain. But, shut up, first".
I paused. He laid on the bed and motioned for me to sit in the chair beside it. It took him a while, but he finally began speaking. "I am not suicidal, and I, in no way, want to kill myself. I like my life. I'm blessed to be where I am today. But, I did jump in front of the bullet for a reason". I waited. "I wanted to get shot, not to kill me, but just to wound me. I know what you're wondering. 'Why?' Please don't make a face or roll your eyes when I say this. Okay? Please?" I nodded. "When Ashley died, I'm sure that she was probably in a lot of pain. I don't know...I guess I felt like if I got shot, I would feel some of the pain that she went through. Maybe then, I could understand why she died".
"You feel responsible for Ashley's....death, don't you?"
He nodded. I could tell that he was crying, and he still avoided eye contact. "I should've driven her home that night. I knew that she was tired, exhausted actually. But, I still trusted her when she said that she could drive home. I was so stupid". His voice broke on that last word.
"Look Harry, while I still don't believe that Ashley is dead, I am positive that if she were, she would not want to see you like this. I mean, come on. You're Harry Styles. It takes a lot to get you down". He smirked, but it didn't seem sincere. "And, for Heaven's sake, look me in the eye".
"I...can't".
"I look like Ashley, and you still see her". He nodded, again avoiding eye contact. "Harry, I'm not Ashley. I'm sure you can tell the difference between us".
"Right now, not really". I stood up.
"What is this?", I asked, pointing to the birthmark on my cheek. He rolled his eyes. "It's the famous birthmark that got me out of prison".
"That means nothing. Ashley had a birthmark right on her a-".
"Harry, I'd really appreciate it if you didn't tell me the things that you've seen on my sister". That got a real laugh out of him.
"Sorry, Megan".
"It's fine. Are there any other differences that you've noticed between us?"
"Yes, she's much nicer than you".
"Uh, yeah, that's true".
"She does things for other people. I can't remember the last time that you did something that wasn't for yourself".
"Okay, I think that's enough".
"And, she doesn't lie as much as you do. That's good. I don't know how Niall deals with your lies. It would be too much for me".
"Yeah", I said, that's good and all, but I think that I'm getting tired. I'll see you in the morning".
I hurried and got out of there before he figured out another difference between us. Yay. So, the only thing that made Harry feel better was picking on me?
Great. Just...great.
Niall POV
The boys and I had a good day, but I was absolutely exhasuted. I quickly showered and got into bed. I chatted on Twitter with the fans for a little bit, then decided to give Megan a call on Skype. When she answered she looked annoyed.
"Hey, love. How are you?"
"Hi", she said, "I know I probably look like crap right now".
"Not at all". She was wearing sweatpants, a sports bra, and her hair was in a bun on top of her head. "You look beautiful". She blushed.
"Thanks, babe".
"How was your day with Harry?"
"Ummm, it was okay".
"What was that hesistation?"
"Nothing, Niall. It's fine. We haven't fought today, so be thankful for that". I laughed.
"I knew you would go through with it. It's hard to resist this". I motioned to my chest and down. She laughed.
"Harry's well-endowed in that area too".
"In what area?", I asked, eyeing her. She laughed again and rolled her eyes.
"Chill, babe. I was talking about from the waist up. I haven't seen him from the waist down...yet". I eyed her again. "I'M KIDDING". I chuckled along with her.
"I know you are. But, just think. The sooner Harry gets better, you can see me from the waist down again".
"Oooh, I can't wait", she said sarcastically.
"I know that you actually meant that". She stopped laughing.
"I did. I really do miss you, Niall".
"I know you do".
"So, can I ask you a question?"
"Go for it".
"Am I a bad girlfriend? You can be honest. I won't be mad".
"No, of course not".
"I know I'm a lot to deal with. I lie, I'm not a nice person, I don't do things for others".
"Babe, where is this coming from?"
"Nowhere", she said, avoiding eye contact, "I was just thinking about it earlier. I just wanted to make sure that you are as happy as you say you are".
Why was she saying this?
"Megan Clark, I love you. Yes, you're not perfect. No one is, but you're as close as anyone can get. I'm not sure what brought this on, but yes I am happy. And, I don't think I could love someone more than I love you".
"I really needed that. Thanks, Niall".
"Anytime. Are you sure you're okay?"
"I'm fine", she said, "but, I should be getting to bed. I'll talk to you tomorrow, okay?"
"Sure. Night, babe. I love you".
"I love you too". She hung up, and I turned my computer off.
What was that about?
Megan POV
Over the next few days, I let Harry do the same thing everyday. He would find differences between me and Ashley. After every one, I would feel like crap. But, it would make him happy, so I let him do it. He didn't realize that he was doing it, and I wasn't going to tell him. He was getting better.
If I had to suffer a few hits to the self-esteem, that was fine.
Niall POV
Every time that I talked to Megan on Skype, she always seem depressed. Then, she wanted me to reassure her that I still loved her.
What was going on in that house?
Megan POV
I had been at Harry's house for a week, and I hated every minute of it. We actually got along fine. But, I just couldn't take everything he was saying to me. I was in my room, and he was in the bathroom.
"Megan, can you come here for a second?", I heard him call out.
"Why?"
"I need you". I sighed.
"Why?", I asked.
"I need you to help me take a bath".
Ooooh, okay! Well, I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter. I did! I'm sure we would all love to help Harry "take a bath". I'll update sometime once during this week, then again on Friday and Saturday. It just gets better and better from here! Trust me. (:
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Plot 22
Short Story#2 Megan and Niall are back again in "Plot 22", the sequel to "Cell 14". Ashley has died, and now they all have to find a way to cope with it. Harry doesn't seem to be taking it well, and Megan appears to be in denial. Can they get through this ter...
