More Than Expected-A One Direction Fan Fiction {Completed}

Chapter Seventeen xCate

I felt the bed shift slightly and the blanket slipped off my shoulder. I heard the bedsprings squeak a little as Niall shifted. He had been sleeping next to me, his arms around my torso, my head on his chest. Now he was trying to slip out without waking me.

"Niall?"I asked quietly, my voice not warm.

"It's just me. I have to get ready. Go back to sleep."He whispered and kissed my forehead lightly, like the brush of a butterflies' wings. It hit me. It had been one week from teh day he told me that they were going on tour. Today was the day of the flight.

"No, Niall let me come with."I whispered, grabbing the back of his thin t-shirt. It was warm from the heat of his body.

"It's two in the morning and you have school Princess. You should get some more rest."he told be taking my hand away from his shirt, but holding it in his. I frowned and sat up.

"That's only four hours of rest more. And besides, I want to be there. I don't want to say goodbye just yet." I heard him sigh, sounding defeated. I smiled a little.

"Okay. But what about school?"he asked me. I turned on the lamp by my bed, illuminating my room with a soft glow.

"When has that stopped me? I can be late for a day." Niall rolled his eyes. I studied his face wanting to memorize every detail. I couldn't believe how fast the week had gone bye. My heart began to ache ever so slightly, and I knew it would just get worse and worse. He suddenly pulled me into his arms, our bodies pressed together. I wrapped my arms around his neck, never wanting to let go. I didn't want this moment to pass. I wanted to pause it and live in it forever, wrapped in Niall's strong, comforting arms. My body fit perfectly against his, like they were made to be together, pressed against eachother for the rest of time. I burried my face in the little spot between his shoulder and neck. I breathed in the smell of him, wanting to remember.

"Okay Liah, I have to get ready."Niall whispered.

"Do you have to?"I asked quietly.

"Sadly."he told me, squeezing me a little tighter. Then he let go and stood up to go gather his bags. I watched him, studying the way he moved. The way he ran his hands through his hair as he moved things around. I smiled to myself, watching him. I then stood up also and went into my closet and pulled on a pair of jeans, a t-shirt, and a sweatshirt. Then I walked back into my room and brushed out my hair, letting it fall in soft waves over my shoulders. I turned to Niall, leaning back against my breau.

"Okay.....let's go."

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We all sat at the airport, waiting for Alex and Louis. The ache in my chest had grown. Why had the day come so quickly? I sat on Niall's lap. He was playing with my hair with one hand and the other was on my thigh. I put my hand ontop of his and weaved my fingers through his. The terminal was vacant and the air was cool. You better not cry. Stay strong for him. Don't make him feel like he's upsetting you.

"You sure you aren't mad?"Niall asked me.

Trying desprately to sound happy I replied,"Why would I be mad? This is what you do. I'm happy for you. I promise." And I was happy for him, just sad that he had to go. I finally felt whole. For the first time in my life. I felt like I was an entire person, with a whole heart, happy and loved.

"God, I'm going to miss you." he wrapped his arm around me, pulling me against his chest. I felt the tears gathering in my eyes. I was NOT going to let them escape. I closed my eyes and bit my bottom lip.

"Morning."I heard Louis say. I opened my eyes and sat up a little bit to see Alex and Louis walking in. Alex looked shaken up but I could tell she was trying to hide it. I offered a small, sad smile to her which she returned. We all talked for a few minutes before my heart skipped a beat. They called for boarding on the lads' flight. I stood up and hugged Louis, then Liam, Harry and Zayn. Danielle and Perrie weren't there. Everyone looked tired. They called for the boarding again. I balled the cuffs of my sweatshirt in my hands, a habit I had picked up. Niall pulled me close to him and despite everything I wanted to do, I began to cry. He cupped my face in his hands and I saw tears roll down his cheeks. His beautiful blue eyes, full of sadness. I stood on my tiptoes and crushed my lips to his as I wrapped my arms around his neck. Our lips fit together like puzzle pieces, made for eachother. I seem to be saying that alot don't I?

He put his hands on my hips and pulled me as close to him as possible. Both of our tears mixed together as they fell onto our jackets. I could taste them on my lips. I twisted my fingers through his soft downy hair as I kissed him with everything I had. He finally pulled away and looked over my face.

"I'm going to miss you."he said.

"I'll miss you too."I said wiping the tears from his face with the cuff of my sweatshirt. As I touched his face, he closed his eyes, his eyelashes darkened with tears. When he opened his eyes again he held my gaze.

"I love you."he told me, making my heart break.

"I love you too Nialler. Have fun. Smash it for me okay?"I put a brave smile on my face, despite the seemingly ever-present tears. I straightened the collar of his polo and then ajusted his jacket, resting my hands on his chest. I could feel the beat of his heart. It soothed me.

"I'll see you soon okay?" I nodded and he kissed my forehead quickly. I hugged him, not wanting to let go but knowing I had to. When I let go he smiled at me sadly and then followed the rest of the lads towards the ramp. I sat down in a chair, and balled the cuffs of my sweatshirt again. Alex sat down next to me. She laid her head on my shoulder and cried. I let her. Silent tears rolled down my cheeks as I watched my world leave. Even if it was only for two months. Niall looked back at me and waved. I waved back, forcing a smile. He smiled back and turned and ran down the ramp after the other lads. My heart shattered and I began to sob. I put my face in my hands, using the sweatshirt to catch the tears. Why did I have to fall for Niall Horan?

It was going to be a fun two months.

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I hate author's notes as much as you do but I wanted to say....Sorry it's so short you guys! Don't forget to comment and vote and tell your friends! If you like it, add it to your reading list! You have no idea how much one vote can change a person's mood. Okay I'm done. Thanks! Love Cate xx