You & Me - A Niall Horan story

Part 17

November 8th 2017

Nialls POV

The positive reaction from the fans for the album was beyond your wildest dreams. They had already started to sing along, clearly having been on youtube and seen fans recordings of previous shows. It had been great getting back on the road again, tour bus life was something you had been use to and actually enjoyed. Even the living out of a suitcase and backpack part.

Being separated from Callie however was something you weren't enjoying. Since you'd got together just over two months ago you'd spent some of your nights together and some apart. You obviously preferred to be together, but had been fine for the week when you'd gone to Scotland for the golf event you had attended. However knowing that her being on the other tour bus was the reason you were apart was driving you crazy. Callie had been adamant that she would travel as contracted with the crew. The agreement being that when you were in a city for more than just the show night and not travelling to the next city inbetween, then she would stay with you in your room of the hotel.

However the last time that had happened was 8 days ago, and you were missing her.

The crew often headed off before you, as you had interviews and things to do. And when you had been at the venues it had been hectic and you'd had hardly any time alone.

The night of the CMA's was the same. You'd spent time with her and the band when you were rehearsing with Maren Morris. Introducing Callie as your guitar tech and girlfriend to Maren had felt amazing. You felt proud when she spent time chatting with her and her team, getting on well. Which was handy since Maren was due to tour with you next year.

With so many acts appearing at the Country Music Awards, you had a small dressing room and the crew and band had stayed mainly out on the tour buses. You would all be leaving straight after anyway, as you had a show the next night to travel to.

Tonight was a big night for you, performing with Maren at the awards show was going to be a highlight of your career. Sound check went without a hitch and you then headed off for food and to get changed. Ellie had got you a custom made navy blue tux with some silver floral details on the lapels. Sienree spent some time doing your your hair and face, trying to keep your nerves at bay with some banter.

While she was finishing your hair you opened up your IG and noticed that John had put on a story. It was video of Gerry your drummer, Conor your violinist and Callie, having a laugh backstage. Conor was playing his violin, a familiar Irish folk song and Callie and Gerry were attempted some sort of Irish jig. You laughed at their attempt, both of them looking ridiculous.

It was so stupid to think that you missed her. The lack of quality time alone with her was beginning to take its toll. You only had tonight and two more shows before you could have a couple of days off in Nashville together. There was an amazing guitar store there that you were desperate to show her. Plus you had a couple of nights in a hotel to look forward to. You were not going to lie, the lack of intimacy left you yearning for her. Having to make do with the odd kiss here and there was rubbish. You wanted to cuddle her to sleep, stroke her hair as you lazed about and watched a film.

Just 3 more days.

As you were walking the red carpet that evening you spotted Maren up ahead with her fiance Ryan Hurd. You posed for photos with them and were soon guided towards the reporters. You spent a few minutes with each one, letting Maren take the lead as this was her home ground. Everyone was asking about your performance and tour plans for next year.

One particular reporter, a guy you'd met a couple of times at events asked Maren about her upcoming nuptials. She and Ryan were getting married in a few months and she launched into a chat about you singing as she walked down the aisle. Everyone laughed as you joked about it.