rose; a symbol of balance. the beauty expresses hope, promise, and new beginnings. contrasted by thorns symbolizing defense, and loss.

the one where niall has too much sunlight in him, and zayn is of the moon. (more in prologue) [based in greek myths] ©2015 by Lexi (cptnrogers). lowercase intended. *COMPLETE* PREQUEL TO "ALWAYS." READ THIS FIRST.

"zayn...we'll find each other, right? you won't forget me?" "niall, baby, i'll find you. i'll always find you, okay? always." SEQUEL TO GIFT OF THE GODS. READ THAT FIRST. MORE INFO IN DESCRIPTION. *COMPLETE* © 2015 by cptnrogers (Lexi).

Finding a friend feels like a profound step beyond becoming lovers.

It'll be fun, he thought. Playing in the woods behind his house at night, an adventure all on his own. Nothing will happen, he thought. Years later, Niall doesn't know whether he regrets that decision. It may be the toxic in his veins. It may just be his own feelings, but, it doesn't matter. He's been caught. And once caught, there's no escape.