safe haven │ larry stylinson

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Louis' POV
The first song they sang along to was Zayn's 'Pillowtalk'. Zayn was asked about his solo career and answered calmly.
As 'Strip That Down' was playing and they sang along, Louis turned around looking Liam dead serious in the eyes "You're still in 1D. You bitch" and hit him playfully on the thigh. James and Niall started laughing, been followed by the other boys.
"So Liam, are you planning on teaching them boys how to do the 'Strip That Down' dance?"
"Oh James, I think I won't be able to do this alone they're so... untalented.. Would you mind helping me out?"

As scripted, they got out of the car in a parking lot and started learning the dance. Louis couldn't stop himself from laughing as he saw the other boys trying to do the dance. Niall just bouncing his hips while jumping around, Harry looked at Liam just overwhelmed, Zayn tried his best but failed due to no talent and Louis himself broke down from laughing without even trying to dance. The fans would love this.

As they got back in the car, James turned around and looked at Harry. "So Harold, last time you took over my show. How is it being a SIDE CHARACTER again, hm?"
Harry laughed at James' comment. He couldn't see his face but Louis expected him to grin at James as he said "Well, jealous, Corden? Because your audience preferred me?"
"Exactly Harold. MY audience" He put his imaginary hair over his shoulder and they smiled.
"But I wanna give you a chance and let your music be played here anyways. Let's listen to  'Adore you'"
"Or as some people say" - there was a playful tone but also reproach in Harry's voice - " just 'A door'"
Louis turned around and saw Harry looking at Liam who raised his hands.
"It just sounds like 'A door', man!"
"Not it doesn't. I'm just disappointed-" He interrupted himself and shook his head in playful disappointment.
"It really does sound like a door, Harry" Niall agreed. He couldn't stop laughing and Zayn shook his head in amusement.
"I can't believe I ate a fucking water scorpion for you idiots!"
They laughed and Harry pouted.

"Liam, shame on you. Poor Harry-Baby" Louis shook his head and looked at Liam in a angry but playful way. "James. Turn it on!"
What Louis and none of the cameras saw was Harry swallowing over Louis calling him Harry-Baby.

They smiled as the music began and sang along. Louis knew the song - it was played on the radio all the time. That was one of the reasons he had stopped listening to the radio. He sang along but couldn't stop from listening to Harry's voice.

"You don't have to say you love me
I just wanna tell you something
Lately you've been on my mind
Honey

Niall literally screamed "Honey" and Louis shook his head again in amusement over the Irish lad.

I'd walk through fire for you
Just let me adore you"

He didn't want to admit it but he loved the song. Not only because of Harry's voice but because it reminded him of the relationship they had before he had destroyed everything. It reminded him of Harry showing him unconditional love when he couldn't love himself.

Flashback 19th February 2013
Louis' POV

"No, Harry. I cannot wear this- I look ridiculous. It makes me look fat- Doesn't it?"
"For god's sake Lou! You are fucking hot! This makes you look even more gorgeous. Stop saying that bullshit!"
Louis looked at his boyfriend who looked back at him amazed by his outfit. Harry opened the button of his jacket, kissed his cheek and smiled.
"You really look stunning, Lou. If you don't wear this, I'll have to kill you"
"Really? Haz, it's the BRIT Awards not some show that only idiots watch.."
"You will look better than anyone else, I promise. They will adore you nearly as much as I do"

Louis grinned. "You adore me?"
Harry blushed. "How couldn't I? I'll always will.."
He pulled him closer, stroked through his curls and kissed him.

End of Flashback

After they'd sung Niall's 'Black And White', it was Louis' turn. They would sing 'Miss You' as his song and he wasn't comfortable with singing it with them. He wasn't comfortable with singing it in front of Harry. It was a song about him. He didn't think that it was appropriate but he didn't say anything.

The music started with the second verse and they sang along.

"Just like that and I'm sober
I'm asking myself, is it over?
Maybe I was lying when I told you
"Everything is great
Everything is fucking great"
And all of these thoughts and the feeling
Doesn't matter if you don't need them
I've been checking my phone all evening
Such a good time
I believe it this time
Tuesday night
Glazed over eyes
Just one more pint or five
Does it even matter anyway?
We're dancing on tables
'Til I'm off my face
With all of my people
And it couldn't get better they say
We're singing 'til last call
And it's all out of tune
Should be laughing, but there's something wrong
And it hits you when the lights go on
Shit, maybe I miss you

Louis had written the song after a party. He had tried to celebrate without thinking about Harry but even though he had ended up being drunk as hell, still all he wanted was Harry to call or text him. He had realized that he really missed him but  couldn't change it. Alcohol and cigarettes were his way to compensate his mistakes.

Now I'm asking my friends how I should say I'm sorry
They say "Lad, give it time, there's no need to worry"
And we can't even be on the phone now
And I can't even be with you alone now
Oh how, shit changes
We were in love
Now, we're strangers
When I feel it coming up I just throw it all away
Get another two shots 'cause it doesn't matter anyway"

They sang the chorus another time and Liam pointed at the other boys and sang "MISS YOU". They smiled and James turned off the radio.
"Any time I hear this song I think how strong your accent is. I love it but I can't imitate it. You guys have so many different accents, it's incredible. Who's the best at understanding and imitating?"
"To be quite honest, I think we all understand each other perfectly. But when it comes to imitation, I think Harry wins. Even though Louis never wants to admit that" Liam laughed and Zayn agreed. "Yeah I think it's like that. Louis is horrible at imitating accents"
"Oii, don't be mean boys!" Louis looked at them angrily and pouted.
"It's just the truth, Lou" Niall laughed.
"K, let's give it a try. Louis?"
He tried his best to imitate Zayn's accent but he knew he was horrible at it even though the boys tried to hide their laughter.
"God, that's horrible, Louis!" James looked at him apologising. "Harold?"
Louis could hear the curlyhead chuckle. "Who's accent?"
"Do Louis'! It sounds the best" Liam grinned and Harry imitated his accent perfectly.
"C'mon men, that doesn't sound like me at all! Fuck off!"
Harry imitated "Fook offff" and they all had to laugh. Louis gave Harry an angry but playful look and turned around facing the road again.

They sang 'What Makes You Beautiful' as James' all-time-favourite next.
"So boys that was fun but no let's talk about some serious matters... Who's single?" James grinned at them, raising his eyebrows.
"Liam?" "Taken, James"
"Zayn?" "Taken as well, mate"
"Louis?"
He knew what he was supposed to say. What the management wanted him to say. It wasn't even unsure but he didn't want to say it.
"C'mon mate, you know that. Taken, lad"
He smiled it off and didn't see the pain in Harry's eyes. No one but Liam saw it.
"And Harry?" "Styles"
Niall bursted into laughter and James laughed too.
"Good one, man"
Harry smiled and Louis forced himself to look on the road - with a fake smile.
James started the next song and they sang along to '18'. Louis decided in case he would get to know who chose the songs, he would kill them. It was their song.

"What's the plan for the reunion, boys?"
Of course Liam answered. He was the one who had the best information about literally everything.
"So, we'll have some rehearsals the next weeks and in June, there will be our 10 years anniversary world tour"
They all grinned and James looked at them in suprise.
"Really? Are you kidding?"
"Nope, man. It's amazing isn't it?!"
Niall grinned even more proud. He was really looking forward to the tour but so were the others.
"It's incredible! Do you guys have an opening act already? Or can I do that?!"
Zayn chuckled "James, I think that job is already taken, I'm sorry.."
James looked at him in playful disappointment.
"Well now we see how much I mean to you guys. Thanks a lot"
"James. We love you- We really do. That's why you're invited to attend every show you want"
Louis smiled at him in amusement as James was excited again. He started the next and last song - 'Midnight Memories'.