Moments

Chapter 9

9

Brooke's POV

That night we went to the local bar, the boys celebrated wild style. Besides Liam. I don't drink so I sat next to him and helped him drink up our apple juice and Pepsi. I ended up taking both Harry and Louis home. Which was very eventful because I could hear them flirting and Louis tickling Harry, and also Louis seductively speaking to Harry. I, of course, was laughing like crazy. It was hilarious! I'm not a homophobe and seeing two straight guys talk to one another like that...

made it so funny I just couldn't stop laughing all night and I'm still giggling this morning. I'm sure they were just drunk though. I thought and zipped up my suitcase. It was five in the morning and still dark outside but the ship was leaving at nine so we needed to be ready. And it was a LONG car ride to the pier. We're going to America, and thanks to Clive, on the most amazing ship in America! The ship of dreams. I love calling it that in honour of its sister.

I got my bags and did my hair quickly, make up and I wore a white sundress, with stripes across the torso, and a cruise looking hat. I promised Louis I'd match with him. I put on red TOMS and I used red lipstick so it did stick out a bit but it looked good in my opinion. The outfit was cute! BANG BANG. "BROOKE ARE YOU READY???!?!?" Shouted Louis. I rolled my eyes pulling my bags behind me and I head out the door. Like a boss, Louis grabbed my bags and carried them for me.

I thanked him for being so generous and I got my phone out. I called Clive and he said to go to the lobby. So we did as told and there was a long limo waiting outside for us. We got in and I sat down quickly. I looked to my left and realised I sat next to Harry. I smiled sweetly and he smirked back, turning to the window. Everyone put in their earphones so I did as well. I played My Heart Will Go On/What Makes You Beautiful and I shut my eyes, loving the melody. It soothed me into a peaceful nap...

"WE'RE HERE! WE'RE HERE BROOKE! LOOK OUTSIDE!" I heard Louis shout shaking my shoulder and I groan taking out my earphones and sitting up. He points out the window and I move my head to see the largest ship I'd ever seen in my life. People were crowded around behind the ropes and a long line of Third class passengers were waiting to be put aboard the ship. The limo stopped and the ship was such a huge deal that no one even cared that One Direction was here.

I squealed and grabbed my bags, just in time as the cart came up and I laid my bags on the floor and I hop it. The boys followed but Clive stopped from the side of the cart. "I'll see you all in America. I have to go early on my flight to set up everything for you." He said and opened his arms out. Niall hugged him first and then the other boys shook his hand. I gave him a quick hug and waved goodbye. The cart began to head through the crowd that was shoving to get a good look at the Emerald.

The ship was absolutely magnificent. It looked like I was staring at the titanic but it had lines all over it that we're emerald green. I was sitting beside Harry in the cart and had to lean over him to get a good look. Harry turned his head away from staring at the large ship and looked to me. My eyes flickered from the ship to his eyes and back and forth and I realised something. I reach my hand up to his face and he squints his eyes. "Open your eyes, Harry." I commanded my hand still resting on his temple and moving soothingly.

He opened his eyes and stared back into mine confused. I smile just a bit, "Your eyes are emerald green... They're beautiful really." I say and his cheeks turn a light shade of pink and he turns to look at the floor, letting his curls fall over his face. I giggle and look up to see Louis glaring at Harry. What was his problem? He caught me staring and smiled. Oh what a show. I thought sarcastically and forced a smile in his direction. Haha. Direction. Get it? I was snapped out of my thoughts when the cart stopped in front of a cross walk.

We all got out of the cart and grabbed our bags. We headed inside quickly and excitedly. "Hey!" Zayn greeted beside me as we walked up the steep steps. "Hi!" I said smiling. "I just wanted to say I'm sorry for maybe being a bit... Cocky before. I'm just assuming and it's wrong of me. I just honestly... I'm not ready for marriage. I'm not ready for love at all."

He said sadly and looked at me apologetically. I smiled warmly, "Zayn, I understand. I'm not sure if I'm ready either. And don't worry, you're my friend. Not my lover." I said grinning.

He looked very relieved. He gave me and quick hug. "Thank you so much! Lets hang out sometime as friends, yea?" He asked. I nodded chuckling and he jumped ahead with Louis and Niall. I smiled to myself. Okay well now I'm getting somewhere. Check list:

Zayn is a no. Rest of the boys: maybe.

I felt relieved as well. I need to somehow make a decision in a month and already one is off my list. I know it sounds heartless but I do need to pick one. And Zayn and I had no chemistry at all so that works out great!

"Hey, Clive said your room is connected with mine. So I guess we'll be hanging out a lot! Come on, I'll show you where it is!" Liam said suddenly and made me jump a bit cause he came out of nowhere. He chuckled and I smiled gratefully as he pulled my arm to go faster. We finally reached the top and handed the men our tickets. "Welcome to the Emerald Grand!" They greeted and flashed grins. We all gave them kind greetings and ran onto the room docks. Liam pulled me to our room and put his key in, and pulled the door open for me.

I grinned walking inside. Oh lord... If you thought the outside was beautiful. You would be speechless now. It was perfect! I squeaked excitedly and Liam laughed grabbing his bags and going towards the door that separated our rooms. He unlocked it and headed into his room and I followed him. The rooms were similar and very large. Fancy red comforters and pure white designs on the walls and sheets. It was beyond high expectations.

Liam and I shared an excited look. And apparently we shared the same idea.

We both screamed and ran into our shared bathroom and I shouted, "YES!!!" There was indeed a large hot tub. Sadly it was on Liam's side of the room. I turn to Liam with puppy eyes. "Pwease Liam... Pwease let us share?" I beg. He laughed ruffling my hair. "Sure. Just knock before you enter my side of the bathroom. Kay?" He requested. I nodded eagerly and went to my side again. I unpacked everything and laid down for a bit waiting for when the ship would begin to move. This was so awesome!!