Through the Dark // Liam Payne fanfic

Chapter 1

*this book is going through major editing as of today, (September 4, 2015) so some of the following chapters may be written a lot worse than others*

The annoying sound of the alarm clock shook my from my dreams. Groaning, I slipped my hand out from under the covers and attempted to shut it off without having to open my eyes. Once this failed, I muttered a curse and sat up and unplugged it from the wall.

Standing to my feet, I groggily rubbed my eyes and trudged into the bathroom. I lazily flipped the nozzle on for the shower and then peeled my pajamas off my body. The hot water was a nice contrast to the cool tiles that sent shivers up my spine. As I rinsed the shampoo from my hair, I hummed along quietly to a song that had been stuck in my head, but I couldn't remember the name.

It's so hard to sleep
I got the sheets on the floor
Nothing on me
I can't take it no more
It's a hundred degrees
I got one foot out the door
Where are my keys?
Cuz I gotta leave, yeah

Once I stepped out of the shower, I wrapped the towel around my body and immediately began blow drying my hair. I left it down so it was naturally straight. Then I went on to apply foundation and waterproof mascara. I didn't bother with any other makeup since I knew there was a strong chance I'd be in tears later.

Today was the day he was leaving for tour, which meant I had to spend five months in this large house, alone. Don't get me wrong, I was beyond happy for him, but anytime he left I felt alone.

Sighing, I walked back into the bedroom and opened my closet. I threw on a pair of leggings with a black bralette. I paired it with a pair of tall boots and one of Liam's flannels- I tended to get a little overwhelmed in the crowds and for some reason his shirts always calmed me down.

Plus they smelled like him.

I grabbed my phone from the nightstand and walked downstairs to be greeted by a smiling Liam. I gave him a weak smile as he pulled me in for a hug.

"Please don't be sad baby" he cooed as he rubbed circles on my back and played with the ends of my hair. I didn't respond, instead I snuggled further into his chest, never wanting to let go. "Oh, and you look a lot better in my shirt than I do" he said and I could hear the smirk in his voice.

I smiled to myself and pulled away when I heard the doorbell. The boys flight was tonight but for some reason they were coming to spend the day with us. I begged Liam to schedule it for another day, but he was being persistent. Honestly, I was being selfish and I just wanted to spend the day alone with him before he left.

"They boys are here" He mumbled. I nodded and went to get the door.

"Hey love" Lou said spinning me into a hug. Despite my mood, I couldn't help but laugh at how cheerful he was at 10 am.

"Hey babe" I mumbled into his chest and wrapped my arms loosely around his waist.

Louis was always like my older brother and he had been my best friend for as long as I could remember. We had literally grown up together, so he was always there for me. It was equally as hard being away from him as Liam because I couldn't see him everyday like I used to.

The other thee boys hugged me and Harry kissed my forehead as they entered Liam and I's flat.

"Ready to go?" Niall asked excitedly as he motioned towards the door.

"Your flight is tonight I thought" I said nervously, turning to look at Liam.

"It is!" He interrupted before I panicked further. "But we're taking you shopping and then lunch before" Niall stated as if it was the most obvious thing in the world.

"What?" I asked confused. "Why?" From my understanding, they were coming over to spend the day, not drag me to a mall.

"Why not?" Louis shot back at me sarcastically.

"Can't we just watch a movie?" I pleaded desperately. Any other day, I would've jumped at the opportunity to shop, but today I wasn't feeling it.

"Nope" Louis said grabbing my arm and pulling me out the door.

"Have fun" Liam called from the door. He was standing there with one hand in his pocket as he leaned against the door frame.

"You're not coming?" I felt my eyes grow wide in shock and confusion. If he could stay home then why couldn't I?

"I haven't packed yet" he replied casually as if this shoddy bother me.

"I helped you pack last night" I replied, folding my arms across my chest. His cheeks flushed slightly and he looked a little taken back by my response.

"Liam has a conference call before we leave" Zayn spoke up. I glanced at him and if I didn't know better I would've believed him, but I knew it was just a cover for something.

I looked back towards Liam who nodded persuasively. My eyes were pleading, but his were unforgiving which made me slightly mad.

"Fine" I mumbled and allowed Louis to escort me to the car.

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We ended up eating lunch at ihop because we all wanted pancakes. Then they took me to the mall and we visited just a few stores. In the end, I walked out with an expensive dresses, shoes and makeup. The boys insisted that I only buy one nice dress and one pair of heels. When I questioned them on it, they refused to answer directly.

"Why are you guys so persistent?" I asked stepping out of the dressing room.

"Because it's us" Harry scoffed and waved his hands in front of them. I playfully rolled
My eyes and peered at myself in the mirror-
I really liked this dress. It was a short navy one sleeve dress that hugged my curves. It matched with a pair of silver pumps and silver bangles.

( http://www.rprom.com/short-blue-one-shoulder-split-sleeve-dress-p-1307/ )

"Woah" Niall gasped as he took in my appearance.

"You look..." Harry began as his eyes widened "Wow" was all he could say as his eyes scanned up and down my body.

"You think Liam will like it?" I asked, biting my lip.

"Oh I know he will" Niall said winking at Louis who was smirking. I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion and turned back to the dressing room. I had no energy to question their odd behavior.

I changed back into my regular clothes and headed to the cash register where I bought the dress along with a pair of silver heels. After peering at his phone, Louis then gave us consent to go home.

"Go put that dress on again" Niall commanded as soon as we entered my front door.

"Umm why?" I asked confused as I raised an eyebrow in his direction.

"Just go" Louis said, shoving me up the stairs.

Groaning, I closed my door and quickly changed. I put on some of my new makeup because if I was gonna wear a pretty dress for
no reason then I may as well go all out. Then I slipped on my new heels and walked back downstairs, careful not to trip on anything.

Once I reached the bottom of the stairs, I lifted my head up and gasped as I took in the sight before me.

"What's all this?"

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I know it starts a little slow but I promise it picks up!

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