Doing it Alone: Sequeal to Giving Her Away

Doing it Alone: Chapter 13

Harry

“Dang dude.... well I guess you need to really make an effort to let her know you love her... but I know she loves you man..... she would never betray you!” Louis insisted.

‘Oh I know my love won’t... it’s just the fact he’s trying.. ya know.. he acted like my friend.... and here he is the second im away he’s trying to get with my wife.. it infuriates me...” I said.

“I know man.... but forget him.. you have to think about your dedicated wife at home....” he said. I just nodded and stood up to go to Rehearsal... I only had 4 more weeks till we were in London... 1 month... just one more.... then I would not have to worry about Devon and his short blond hair and big muscles and his foot massages.... One month I could do this, no big. I knew I could trust her for that long and if that Devon character did try something it would be all him to blame.

　

　

Shane

I nodded my head,” You have to do what you have to do sweetie. I love you,” I said.

She hugged me,” I love you too Shane,” she said softly.

I kissed her head,” Alright come on down for dinner,” I said. “ Least give us one last dinner with you and Nat,” I said smiling. She nodded as she stood up and together we walked downstairs to the kitchen where Minnie was getting the kids situated. Nattie was playing with Devon now that she was awake.

“You hungry Nattie?!” Jen asked, pulling her away from Devon.

“Yes..... hungries....” she said.

“Okay, let’s eat....” I said.

“Eats...” Nattie said. I smiled and put on a little One Direction in the background for Nat.

“Dada...” Natalie grinned brightly.

“Yes... your daddy...” I said. Devon just kept his eyes lowered all thru dinner, poking at his food. I knew it was cruel, but I was PISSED that his bullshit was driving my sister away from ME and our family...

“Da da?” Nattie asked pointing to an empty spot beside her.

“Daddy will get to see us in four weeks!” Jen said putting on a happy face for Nattie. Nattie held up two fingers.

I chuckled and reached over fixing her hand to show four fingers instead,” More like that.” We kept the talking to a minimum at the table mostly because I was annoyed at my best friend. Jennifer was hurt. The most sound came from the kids chattering and making noise as we ate dinner. After dinner that evening Minnie and I were at the kitchen sink doing the dishes together. Devon was turning in early for the night. Jennifer was getting Natalie settled, then Minnie and I would be putting the kids down.

“I can't believe that Jen's leaving tomorrow,” I sighed.

“I know,” Minnie said softly,” But I think its for the best.”

“Me too...I just hate it.” I said. I kissed her cheek and headed out the kids’ bedroom door.

“Shane... what are you doing?!” she asked.

“Going to talk to Devon...” i said.

“Baby, don’t do anything stupid!!!” Min protested.

“I’m not.. just a friendly conversation,” I grumbled.

“Shannon Bruce....” she warned.

“Minnie,” I mocked, walking out to find the homewrecker....

“Get Up,” I said not a friendly trace in my voice.

“Dude what the hell?” Devon asked.

“Wanna lie to my face again? “

“What are you talking about?”

“Just coming for a visit bro. This whole trip was to try and come between Harry and Jen wasn't it?” I hated being lied to especially to my face by friends. “ I'm just helping her out huh?” Devon didn't say anything but I could read his face pretty clearly and I was more than annoyed now. “She's leaving tommorrow because of you! I hardly get to see her as it is. I would have loved to have my sister with me until she went to join Harry on the latter part of his tour but no you had to be selfish!”

“Boys,” Minnie said unhappily from the doorway.” Kids are sleeping and Jennifer isn't far.”

“Then let her here all of his lies maybe it'll be good for him!” I said pissed now.

“Dude.. I didn’t want her to leave.. I was gonna tell her tomorrow to stay and I would go....” he siad, nodding toward his bags packed.

“Do it NOW!” I snapped. He just nodded and got out of bed.

　

Jennifer

I was listening to everyone argue, and I jsut felt horrible. i blocked out most of it and went downstairs to get tea....

“Jen.... I am sorry I drove you away.. please stay and I’ll go tomorrow....” Devon said, coming in.

“Was it all true? What Shane’s saying?! Are you trying to get between Harry and I?!” I asked him.

“I jsut.. not really.. I guess.. I dunno...” he mumbled.

“It’s either true or it’s not! Pick one Devon Edward!!!” I snapped.

“Yes it’s true...” he said, softly.

“WHY!?!?!??!??!” I shouted.

“Because I’ve been in love with you for four years.... I’m jealous!!!” he argued back.

“You're lying,” I whispered shaking my head.

“No. I'm not. Ask Steph or Brandon if you don't believe me....You went away to college and I thought I missed my chance...then when I heard that you were coming home I told myself that I had to say something. Then you were back and engaged and well...I still tried to drop a hint...but I guess it didn't come off clear.”

Shane

“Shane was that necessary?” Minnie asked quietly.

“Yes!” I said annoyed.” He should know well enough by now to know that shit like that doesn't fly with me. Coming between people!”

“Shannon Bruce you are such a liar. You stole me from Chris and you know it.”

“Hey! No no that was different! Chris was treating you like crap and you weren't married to him!” I said defensively. “ And...you said you hated Chris.”

“I do hate him,” she said simply.