Holiday

Chapter Twenty-Two: London Baby

Emily

I can't believe we're on a private jet right now, only a few hours after finding out that they're flying me out to London. 

Yes. A few hours. 

Apparently, they packed for me while Ryan was out distracting me in the cafe. Why so soon? I don't bloody know. They're excited I guess. 

Don't get me wrong, I'm ecstatic as well, but I'm just a little nervous, you know. I literally just graduated and now I'm already on my way to another country, another continent? It's terrifying. Because now, there's a huge possibility that someone might catch us and I'll be forced to show my face to the whole world. And that's not what the boys and I want. At least not right now.

They wanted the let the world know about me but we can't at the moment because we're not ready yet. It may not sound like a big deal for some people because there are probably not a lot of people who are going to care about who I am, but to us, it is. We care about each other and we want to scream that out. But we're scared at what and how the fans might react. I mean, technically I'm not really that new to fans and people looking up to me since I've already accumulated a small fanbase through youtube, but this is next level. They're megastars and internationally well-known. 

They could be... tough at times. 

"Ly, we're almost there," Zayn tapped me on the shoulder. I gave him a small smile. "It's gonna be alright, I promise. And a lot of fun," he added, placing a hand on my shoulder. "Thanks, Z," I said to him. He nodded, going back to his seat. 

Ryan opted to stay behind mainly because of his work. The guys told me that we might go back and forth between London and L.A. since their schedules could be a little hectic. Apparently, I'll be either staying in one of the lads' houses or a place where all of the guys share which I find so adorable. Them sharing a house and all. 

I soon felt the plane descent causing a twisted feeling in my stomach. I gripped the handle of the seat I was sitting on and closed my eyes in order to calm myself down. I was already nervous and feeling a lot of butterflies in my stomach, the landing of the plane is definitely not helping. Once we stopped, I opened my eyes and saw beautiful scenery just outside the window. 

"Welcome to London, kiddo," Niall said, grabbing a bag from above, grinning at me. I smiled back and exhaled a breath that I didn't know I was holding. 

Standing up, I grabbed my bag and slung it over my shoulders. I, along with the One Direction boys, went out of the jet with sunglasses on our faces. It was about 8 AM and so the breeze was just cool as soon as it hit my skin. 

"I'll bring that for you, Em," Liam said as he took the heavy baggage from my hands and carried it while placing a hand over my back. "Thanks" I briefly said. 

We arrived inside the airport where we were lead to a small room so people wouldn't see us as we walk out. I sat down on one of the chairs, took my phone out, and turned it on to change the time and date while we wait for their car to pick us up to bring us to their secret house just outside of London. 

Ryan was probably sleeping back at home, it would be around midnight or one in the morning there. I admit I'm gonna miss his constant visits, his cooking, our banter. I'm gonna miss, him. He promised that he would visit me here once or twice. I haven't even been here for an hour and I already can't wait for that day to come. I haven't told the guys about my feelings for him. Why? Because I don't think I want to deal with their teasing and questions. Plus, I'm still unsure of whether I really like Ryan or just emotional over him being there for me after the guys left. 

"Alright, so there are about ten people with cameras there and a few fans, so boys, you know the drill. I don't know how they found out so I am so sorry about that. Emily, keep those sunglasses on so you wouldn't get noticed, okay? Louis, Liam, you guys would go out first so we have a distraction from the others. Once you get in the car, I'll radio the guards to bring out Harry and the rest. Boys, keep Emily close to you, and if ever a pap sees you, make sure she stays hidden in between, alright?" a guy from their management instructed us.  

We nodded and did what we were asked to do. Louis and Liam got out of the room, causing a few fans to scream in excitement. "You nervous?" Harry whispered to me. I shrugged. "Kinda. I mean, I am already kind of used to fangirls screaming at you but the paps? They seem scary," I said in a not so quiet manner, making the people in their chuckle. 

"You'll be fine, Ly. The paps can get scary sometimes but there are a few who are actually quite nice and are just doing their jobs," Zayn said from across the room. "Besides, I doubt people would be out there, waiting for us. Everything's going to be under control," Niall added, leaning on his knees, giving me a comforting smile. I slightly nodded and looked down on my fidgeting fingers. 

Soon enough, we were good to go. Niall was right, there weren't many people there. I didn't see anyone with a camera with them or an excited fan freaking out over the fact that they saw Louis and Liam together at the airport. I stayed in the middle of the three boys when we walked towards the car parks just outside of the exit where the other two lads were waiting. Just in case someone notices us. 

Unfortunately, a fan shouted and saw Niall getting in the car since he was the last one to get in. We quickly closed the car door and got away from the few fans trying to catch us. "That was close," Niall stated, leaning his back on the car seat. "Under control, eh?" Harry teased him about what he said earlier. "Shut up," he shot back. I chuckled, shaking my head. 

I noticed that Louis, Harry, and Liam were at the back while Zayn, Niall, and I were in the middle seats. I was between them so my position wasn't that comfortable. I didn't really like the middle seat but stayed quiet because I just really wanted to go on a bed and just rest. The way to the airport was long, the flight was even longer and now I have a feeling the drive to their secluded house is long as well. 

Right now, the boys were just playing on their phones and chatting with each other. They seem fine. Guess they're used to jet lag. Good thing this drive would take a while so I had the chance to get a short but deep nap. I closed my eyes and was engulfed in the darkness as a soft song played in the car. I don't know how long the trip was but I was too tired to even care at this point.

"Shhh, you're gonna wake her up," I heard Zayn whisper. 

I tried to open my eyes but they were too heavy and remained closed so I'm not sure if we arrived or not. I was that sleepy and exhausted. I felt something, making me hum signaling that I was slightly awake. Was I on Zayn's shoulder? I was then suddenly lifted by someone in their arms, bridal style. He carried me all the way inside. Their quiet conversations were such a blur, I couldn't even understand.  

"Careful Liam, you're gonna hit her head on something," Louis scolded him. "I know what I'm doing, Tommo," he replied. I'm assuming Liam was the one carrying me. He placed me on a bed and tucked me in the lavender-scented bed sheets. 

Hmm, so fluffy. 

"She's so cute," Harry gushed. If I wasn't tired, I would have replied a thank you but I was so out of it, I wasn't even sure if it was actually Harry or not. "She looks so peaceful," Louis (I think) said. Someone tucked a few hair strands while I slowly fall back to sleep. "We should probably rest as well, boys. We've got a lot of stuff to do now that we're back here," I'm pretty sure it was Niall who said that to the guys. One by one, they kissed my forehead as I snuggled into the warm and soft bed. I heard the door close and I can't help but smile in my sleep. 

They really are such sweethearts.