Fading Illusion (N.H. AU)
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Last published Sat, Jan 3, 2015
To the outsider, he has it all.
A place in the university of his dreams, a spot on one of the best soccer teams in its league, a position in one of the most prestigious fraternities in the country, and the good looks and swoon-worthy foreign accent to top it off...
Until he rolls up his ever-present long sleeves, revealing intricately designed tattoos that only he knows the meaning of. And if you happen to mention the faded scars beneath them, you can look forward to a hospital trip in the near future.
Niall Horan has it all. But what happens when the new life he's worked so hard for is put in jeopardy by the past he tries desperately to forget? Will the illusion everyone else sees become as faded as the scars on his wrists?
Read on for a punk/fratboy Niall Horan AU like no other... filled with mystery, strange relatives, and maybe a little mad science action, join Niall and his celebrity friends as they become normal people in a completely (albeit slightly unrealistic) abnormal situation.
*A NOTE* - There are some scenes that may be triggering. This fan fiction contains swearing, substance abuse, mental abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse, gang mentality, depression, and mentions of other mental issues. Please use your discretion when reading this work.
Also, this may seem quite confusing at first, but stick with the story! More is revealed each chapter.
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