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"Harry, you were drugged. You didn't get drunk, that who- girl drugged you. She did this on purpose!" I find myself yelling by the end of the sentence. Frustration boils inside me, anger that I was foolish enough to believe everyone. Stupid enough to not trust him. So helpless that I couldn't support him.

After a few moments, he's had time to process. His mouth spreads into a huge grin. Not what I was expecting...

"Oh my gosh," he sighs, pulling me into a tight hug. "You just gave me the best news ever."

"Did you just not hear what I said?" I mumble against his chest. He pulls me away and flashes another grin, but then frowns. His thumb reaches up and wipes the tears I didn't know had fallen.

"Don't cry baby, we can put this all behind us now." He smiles, trying to cheer me up.

Instead, I push myself into his chest again. His arms instinctively wrap around me and I sob. "I'm so sorry Harry. I didn't trust you, and this horrible thing happened to you. I was so selfish and stupid. You don't deserve this."

"Hey, you couldn't have known. You just saw what was in front of you. It's okay, I would have reacted in the same way." A frown is etched into his face and I want nothing more than to smooth it out.

"I'm sorry," I plead again. He shakes his head dismissively. "Do you want to talk about it?"

He runs his hand through his hair, releasing his grip on me. "I don't know. It's weird that it happened, but I can't really process it, ya know? I think I just need some time."

"Yeah," I sniffle. "Of course. I'm always here to talk."

He pulls me into one last hug. "I was so scared. I thought you were going to leave me."

I pull away and cup his face. "I'm so sick of playing these dumb games, Harry. I want to be with you. As long as you want that too, I don't care who knows."

His lips crash into mine and it takes me by surprise. I immediately respond, kissing him with everything I've got. He licks my bottom lip, making me open my mouth. Our tongues dance for what seems like an eternity until there's a soft knock at the door.

"Hey, the boys are getting ready to leave," Audrey's small voice fills the room. We move apart and Harry gives me a lazy smile. Once he's out of the room, presumably to help them pack, Audrey stalks toward me. At first, I fear her judgment. After all, she was the one who told me to take control.

This is different though. For once, I actually feel like Harry and I could work. We are soulmates after all.

She surprises me by pulling me into a tight hug. "I'm so sorry," she whispers in my ear. I tense up, wondering if she's heard the conversation between Harry and I. "I was such an ass. That kiss was...wow. I can tell he really missed you and it's my fault."

I chuckle. "Silly girl, not even the great fates could keep Harry and me apart. But I'm done playing these dumb games, so you better stop interrupting me," I send her a fake glare which she sees right through.

"Okay, I would have felt so bad. Now come, they all want to say their goodbyes to you." She takes my hand and we walk out into the living room. Bags are scattered around the room, and I'm surprised they actually managed to pack in such a short amount of time.

"Ellie," Niall smiles. He doesn't seem to remember our earlier conversation, which I'm very glad about. It saves us both the embarrassment. Well, I don't mind, but I'm sure he wouldn't want to remember his dramatic confession to me. I think it's cute. "Take care, okay? And come visit us soon. We really miss you." He ruffles my hair as I pull him into a hug.