Losing his mind in the middle of first year was not how Louis intended to make his mark in the performing arts programme. Rather, he intended to break out of his shell, to get lost in his art and never want out, to fulfill the life he once thought was out of reach-but, intentions are easily forgotten when running from a past that seems all too present. As second year begins, Louis is determined to make it through the year unscathed. On the first of October, Louis meets a boy who might change that. Harry believes in all things Louis doesn't. Maybe Louis begins to believe him. "I've tried everything to help rebuild you, and as much as I wanted to be the one to do it--it's him." Or, the university AU in which Louis directs the Christmas musical, Zayn works at a record store, Niall makes a great classmate, and Harry makes a great soulmate. (Liam tags along for the ride, too).