Uncontrollable Desires: A 1D Fanfic (Completed)

Chapter Nine: At the Dinner Table

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Chapter Nine: At The Dinner Table

*Zayn's POV*

We were all seated around the dining room table with plates full of food set before us. Niall was looking at everything with wide eyes and I playfully patted him on the back. This Irish boy just loved food.

"Go ahead and eat whatever you'd like," Ashlyn said from across the table. I looked at her when I thought she wouldn't notice. I couldn't help it.

Niall grabbed the tray of chicken and put a couple pieces on his plate. Already he had filled his plate with a huge variety of food. "Oy Niall! I'm sure there's plenty!" Liam pointed his fork at Niall before spearing a couple pieces of green beans.

"Liam, don't make me mad," Niall warned and picked up the spoon he hadn't used yet. I watched Liam's eyes drift from Niall to the spoon and back again.

Ashlyn cleared her throat. "Boys, not at the table please," she said, shooting a quick glare to both Niall and Liam. "Zayn, you're quiet." She turned to me and I felt my stomach flutter. I mentally scolded myself for feeling like a girl.

"He isn't much of a talker," Harry said. Ashlyn leaned forward to look past Louis at Harry. He smiled at her widely, exposing his dimples. "He's the mysterious one."

I rolled my eyes. "I'm not mysterious. I'm quiet. I just don't have much to say," I explained and bit into some chicken. Mmm, it was delicious. I made a mental note to thank Linda later.

Dinner went by as we all laughed and talked about our weirdest fan encounters. We avoided the topic of her parents' death and never stepped even close to the topic of her twin brother Alexander. I could tell she was really upset from the loss and I understood it was a difficult time. When I lost an important family member to me, I had to leave our tour. I would always be thankful for how supportive the other boys were.

"And then out of no where, this tampon comes flying on to the stage and smacks into Harry's head! It was amazing," Niall practically yelled, leaning on to the table, as he brought back one of the memories from our tour.

"Was it..," Ashlyn trailed off but we all knew what she was trying to say.

"No!" Harry yelled and shook his head. "No, thank god."

"But it was definitely funny," I added and sipped some of my water.

Ashlyn's phone vibrated on the table and she swiped at the screen. For a few moments everyone was quiet.

**ASHLYN'S POV**

I had just received a text and the boys got quiet. It was weird having them not make a noise, they were the loudest group of boys I knew. Especially the Irish one, Niall.

I read the text:

Miss Ashlyn, One Direction's week schedule starting tomorrow has been sent to you via email. Please review it and discuss it all with the boys. - Gordon.

Gordon was one of the guys who worked in my building. He handled the incoming events and sent them to Stephanie, who then sent them to me.

I quickly opened up my email and read aloud," Thursday September 7th- radio interview. Friday September 8th- Channel 4 News. Saturday and Sunday- off. Monday- Small performance for orphans. Tuesday- Radio live interview and performance. Wednesday- opening act on America's X Factor. Thursday- free day. Friday- Interview on Jenny Live," I finished reading and put my phone down. I heard a couple groans from the boys.

"More interviews?"

"How much more can we say that they don't already know?"

"Whyyyyyy?"

"At least there's always food." Complaints, groans, and other noises ceased as everyone turned to stare at the blonde boy. "What," he shrugged," I like food."

"Of course you like food! You eat more than anyone!" I found myself saying and immediately threw my hand over my mouth. Please tell me I didn't say that.

The boys looked at me and Louis raised his eyebrows at me. "So you can make jokes but I can't auntieee?!" He moaned out and pretended to pout. Liam smacked the back of his head and Harry grabbed a spoon, ready to lunge at Liam.

"Liam. I swear. Hit boo again," Harry threatened and Liam shrugged. I hoped they wouldn't actually get into a brawl. I was terrible with fights.

Zayn cleared his throat loudly and stood up. "Well boys, we have a couple days before the interview. We should get started on our new album."

New album? When were they going to mention this to me? I was their manager. Wasn't it my job to basically know everything? I mean, I definitely didn't want to fail at being their manager.

"Hey, boys. When were you going to mention your upcoming album?" I asked.

Louis looked at me in shock. "Uhm, it's kind of mentioned everywhere. I thought you knew?"

I shook my head. Nope. I definitely did not know. And now that they mentioned it I'd have to make sure we got it done. I couldn't imagine what kind of disappointment there'd be if they didn't release their next album. Their fans were some crazy die-hard people.

"Tomorrow, I want to hit the shops. I need new clothes. I didn't pack much," Niall said and stood up from the table. Linda appeared and started clearing the plates. Harry jumped to his feet to help.

"We can all go shopping tomorrow. Including Ashlyn," Liam smiled at me and slung an arm around me.

I shook my head. "No way. I don't need new clothes," I said. I had plenty of clothes. I had a whole walk in closet full of clothes that I had hardly even touched. Shopping wasn't on my to-do list.

"But you must come along with us! You're our manager. So manage us!" Harry walked back into the room, wiping his hands on his jeans. He smiled at me and I felt a slight blush appear on my cheeks.

A soft hand brushed against mine and I jumped slightly. I looked over at Zayn who walked past me. I felt my stomach flutter. God, what were these boys doing to me?

"Alright. I'll come with you guys. But, we're doing it early. Is ten good for you boys?" I asked. I didn't want to shop later in the day. Stores were more crowded and if there were too many girls, we'd never get shopping done.

"If Zayn gets up," Niall said under his breath but he was close enough for me to hear. I suddenly became very aware of his proximity.

Damn you hormones!

"What?" Liam looked at me weird and I gasped. Had I said that outloud? My cheeks burned.

"Nothing!" I squeaked out and they looked at me weirdly. "Umm... goodnight boys! I'll see you all tomorrow. Please be ready on time." I shuffled from foot to foot before awkwardly waving and running up the stairs.

I could hear their booming laughter travel around me. Even my closed bedroom door couldn't keep Niall's infectious laughter away from me. I found myself smiling and giggling as I fell on to my bed face first.

Those boys were going to be the death of me.

**A/N**

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