The Day That Changed It All

Chapter Twenty-Three

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Harry's POV

The next few days were horrible. I couldn't concentrate on recording. I'd forget lyrics and everyone would get annoyed with me. They wouldn't tell me they were because they knew what was going on. They knew how I was feeling. But I could see it in them. Everyone was counting on me to get my act together so we could get the album out in time.

But to me. The album didn't matter. Only Elizabeth did.

I took a deep breath and began the take again. I put as much effort into it as I could.

When I finished everyone looked shocked.

"What is it?" I asked everyone outside the recording booth.

Liam pressed the button and said into the microphone "That was the last take. We're done"

I stood completely still for 5 seconds then jumped around the booth screaming "Yay" I couldn't believe it! We were finished! I could go see Lizzy!

I ran out to where the boys were and almost screamed at Liam to pack his bags to get going as soon as we could.

I raced out to my car and drove home literally bouncing with excitement. I opened up the door to mine and Louis' flat and packed really quickly.

I was so happy that I could see Elizabeth again.

Elizabeth's POV

I was still so weak. I could barely lift my arm to get my drink from the beside table.

"Do you want me to get you a bottle with a straw?"

"No it's fine Ashlyn. It's better this way. I should building back my strength"

"Yeah well, I don't like seeing you this way. I'm making Celia bring you a bottle whether you like it or not"

I laughed at my friend. She was so mean sometimes, but I loved her.

I felt so bad for putting her through this. For putting everyone through this. I can't even look at my mother without feeling guilty.

I don't why I did it. I was completely consumed with self hate and jealousy that I didn't think about what I was doing. I guess I couldn't handle being associated with the boys.

The boys... Harry. Oh god. He was coming today. No. I didn't want to see him. I didn't want him to see me like this. All pale and worn out. I was probably hideous. Ugh!

Maybe I could just sleep the whole time he was here. Yeah that could work! I mean, I'm totally exhausted anyway... Oh, who am I kidding! I want to see Harry, no matter how much he hurt me.. I loved him. I had only just become aware of that the day I attempted to kill myself.. I love the curly haired, cheeky, 18 year old and I didn't care who knew it.

But, it didn't matter anyway. He didn't love me. Or like me for that matter of fact. He had only ever liked Charlotte.

Why wouldn't he? She was prettier, skinnier, probably more funnier and less awkward than me anyway.. So of course he'd like her over me.

I was stupid for ever thinking otherwise.

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I heard a knock on the front door. I started freaking out. He was here. He was actually here.

"Calm down Lizzy, I'm right here. It's gonna be fine"

"Thanks CeCe. Now, do I look fine?" I fidgeted with my hair and makeup.

"Yes, you look beautiful. Ashlyn did a good job. You look healthier" Celia replied calmly.

"Good. I don't want Harry seeing me all pale and shit"

Celia grabbed my hand and looked me straight in the eyes.

"Hunny, you're a beautiful young girl. You're absolutely perfect. You shouldn't need to worry to much about everything"

"But... I'm so fat and ugly" I complained.

"Listen to me. You're gorgeous. Stunning even. Way more than that chick. Harry's stupid for not realising that. And you're not fat. You are only 17, you still have baby fat. When that drops, you'll be smaller than you think. I hope you realise that, you're perfect."

I stared at my best friend. I tried to move from my sitting position to hug her but I couldn't move too far.

She came closer and hugged me gently.

"Thank you" I whispered in her ear "Thank you for everything. For looking after me from the very beginning. Thank you for giving me hope"

"You're welcome love"

I heard a knock on my door now. I fell back onto my pillow and looked horrified at Celia. I couldn't do this. No. I couldn't see him. Not now..

But before I could do or say anything, he walked through my bedroom door.

"Hello Elizabeth....."

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