Haven't Met You Yet

Chapter 29- The Little Things

Chapter 29:

We stood there for a while, living in the moment. Her sobs would make me embrace her closer if that was even possible. I heard a few snapshots get closer and louder. I forgot all about the paparrazzi.

"El, we have to go." I whisper into her hair.

I felt her nod as in agreement. We extracted from the hug and held hands, walking towards our flat. She quickly put on her shades as we heard a bunch of questions follow after us.

Harry, what's going on between the two of you?

That was a long hug back there, is Hazel over?

Sweetheart, is everything ok?

Harry, is it true you're seeing Caroline Flack again?

-Ella's POV-

I froze as I heard that question. I look up at Harry, who is guiding me behind him. Is he seeing Caroline again? I remember that day in the hotel, that dreadful day. The day that brought me and Zayn closer together. That day he cheated on me. That awful day she walked into my life.

Ella, how bout a picture of you lovely two?

El, dear, is everything alright?

Yeah, you look a bit shooken up?

I just shake my head and look down. A million and one things were running through my mind, but the paparrazzi weren't one of them. I tuned out their questions and continue walking. That Caroline question really sparked something in me, something I haven't felt in a long time. Hatred? Against an actual being? Not myself?

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We made it to our flat, the paparrazzi following us every step of the way. The walk was pretty silent, and I was awfully tired from the walking and crying. I just wanted to go upstairs and fall asleep.

"Don't listen to them." Harry spoke up, out of the blue.

"Listen to who?" I ask, yawning.

"The paparrazzi's. They're just trying to cause controversy between us, and seperate us."

"Oh. I know." I yawn once again.

He looks at me funny. "Are you tired?" I nod my head. "You can go to bed if you'd like."

I sheepily smiled at him and walked up the stairs and into his bedroom. I removed my clothing and changed into one of Harry's loose t-shirt and boxers. It was extremely comfortable, and the boxers really flattered my legs. I hopped into bed, pulling the sheets over my head. Shutting my eyes gently. Erasing the memory of today, in hope to just wake with a fresh start in the morning.

-Harry's POV-

That Caroline question was so sudden, like, where did that come from? She's the last thing I wanted to think about. But no, the press won't let me forget that mistake. I was young, I was foolish, I was into cougars. It was my past, but Ella is my present and hopefully future.

I turn on the tv, maybe something can get my mind off today. I scanned the channels, but nothing showed up except old re-runs of Married Young. I switched off the tv and decided to check up on El. She's been asleep for almost an hour and a half.

I quietly walk up the stairs and into our bedroom, only to see her tucked into the blankets. She looks so peaceful, and so young. I kneel down beside her bedside. I brush back a strand of hair infront of her face. I ran my thumb over her bottom lip and across her cheek. She sighed. I smiled and gently kissed her forehead. She is my present, future, and everything I've ever wanted. I won't give up on us, no matter how many childish fights we get into. She's worth the fight. She's worth fighting for.

I decide to lay beside her, as there's nothing else for me to do. Except meet up with the rest, but, those weren't my intentions. I pull her close to my chest, wrap my arm around her hip, and tuck my legs behind hers. I felt her hand be moved on top of mine, she knew we were spooning. For girls, spooning is comforting and warm, so it helps them sleep faster. But for guys, spooning is not as comfortable. Face full of hair, a dead arm, and an awkward boner-

"You wanna know something?" She asks, with her eyes closed.

"Hm?" I hum.

"Everything, either the littlest things or even possibly the biggest things, you do make me fall in love with you this much more." I smile. "But, it's the little things that make my heart flutter with happiness that I have the privilege to call you mine."

I look at her in awe, and pull her in closer. And like that, we were out like a light.