This is the sequel (continuation) of After. Hardin and Tessa's relationship will be tested in ways she never expected, but he knew of all along.

Jess has always been insecure and never let anyone know. Jess has problems with her parents and pretends that she doesn't care when really it kills her inside. She has had bad relationship experiences in the past and finds it hard to trust people. She isn't the prettiest girl.. or so she thinks. She has always been one of those nerdy unpopular girls. Branded as "fat" and "Ugly" by everyone at school. It hurts and she believes every word they say. She just doesn't show that it hurts her. Will one boy change her perspective of herself. Jess Smith is forced to go to a One Direction concert at the O2 arena by her best friend Brandon. When they meet them backstage they immediately hit it off exchanging numbers. But when Louis and Jess meet up at starbucks something goes wrong and Jess realizes that she is only just another fan to them. A year later her room mate Tara takes her to a signing. She goes undetected by all the boys. All except Harry. Harry would recognize that face anywhere. It was pretty unforgettable. He hadn't stopped thinking about it since she left. She never returned his calls or answered his texts. When they finally meet again will Harry take the opportunity to bring her back into their lives. Harry is yet to find that perfect girl and Jess is yet to find that perfect guy. But hang on what about Louis. Didn't Louis and Jess have a thing... well until Eleanor interfered. Does Louis still have feelings for Jess when she returns. Does Jess still fancy Louis, will a certain other band member catch her eye and will her trust issues ruin things with the boys?...

Tessa Young is an 18 year old college student with a simple life, excellent grades, and a sweet boyfriend. She always has things planned out ahead of time, until she meets a rude boy named Hardin, with too many tattoos and piercings who shatters her plans.