Loved You First (Sequel to Simon's Daughter)
Chapter 8
Julia’s POV:
“How long has she been sleeping?”
“A little over an hour.”
“Should we wake her up?”
“I don’t know…”
I heard all these whispers, but I was too tired to actually figure out who was talking.
“I can hear you, you know.” I said, with my eyes still closed. So much for sleeping. I was in the most uncomfortable position, so I finally sat up and opened my eyes. They fluttered open, and I saw six people sitting in front of me.
“Sorry for waking you…” Liam said, shrugging his shoulders. I looked over at Niall and he looked probably as worried as ever.
“So she’s going to be okay, right?” Niall asked, tapping his foot looking at Christa and I. I nodded my head. The doctor said it was just a bad fever, but they gave her some medicine, so she’ll feel a little better.
“Yes.” Christa said, hoping Niall wouldn’t worry so much. If only he knew that was his daughter that he’s worrying about. I couldn’t take this anymore…he needed to know. I couldn’t bear to see him like this. Even though he’ll worry even more once I tell him. I looked down, and I could tell Harry knew what I was thinking about.
“Hey, we should go grab some food.” Harry said standing up. Liam caught on to what he was saying and nodded his head. Christa and the boys got up, but she told Niall to stay.
“Make sure they’re okay.” Christa whispered in Niall’s ear, but I could still hear. He nodded his head, sitting back down. The others left the room, and it there was silence between Niall and I. I sighed, and finally decided to break the awkward tension and silence.
“Niall, we need to talk.” I looked up at him, gulping. He looked confused as he turned his head to look at me.
“Talk about what?” He asked, knitting his eyebrows together.
“Lexi…” I said, my voice cracking at the end.
“I thought she was going to be okay?” Niall asked a bit nervously.
“No, no, she is. But um…you—“ I was cut off mid sentence before the nurse came in.
“Excuse me, Ms. Cowell, we need you to sign a few things at the front desk.” I sighed, standing up and left the room. Again, so close.
Niall’s POV:
I honestly had no idea what Jules was trying to tell me. She’s been acting very weird lately. I don’t know what’s up with her, but she’s probably just worried about Lexi. As am I.
“Excuse me, sir. Do you know where Julia Cowell is?” The doctor came in, and I turned to face him.
“She just went to go sign stuff I think. “ I shrugged my shoulders.
“Ah, well do you mind giving her these papers?” He handed me the folder with the papers, and I nodded my head with a polite smile.
“Of course.” I set the folder in the chair next to the one I was sitting in.
“Thank you.” He smiled back and left the room. I got up to go sit by Lexi, when I tripped a little on the chair next to me.
“Shit.” I muttered, collecting myself. In the whole process of tripping, I knocked the folder over along with the papers spread out on the floor. I sighed and started picking them up. But one paper caught my eye. I slowly read it over and stood up. I read one two lines specifically over and over again. They read:
Father’s Name:
Niall James Horan
It was Lexi’s birth certificate. No, no, no. This couldn’t be correct. Jules specifically said that I wasn’t her father. Unless…she lied to me. It wouldn’t be the first time…
“Hey, is she—“ Jules came in and stopped in her tracks when she saw me. I knew that I was crying. I didn’t even realize the little girl who has already grown so close to me was my daughter. My daughter. And I didn’t even know.
“You lied to me…again…” I saw that she finally realized what I was holding in my hands.
“Niall you don’t understand…” She said, quietly.
“What don’t I understand? That you lied to me about me being Lexi’s father!? It seems like I understand that very well.” I let the paper go from my hands and it slowly drifted to the ground. I walked past Jules and out of the door, where I saw the others coming back. They all looked at me worriedly.
“She told you didn’t she…” Christa said, looking down. Wait…was I the only one who didn’t know about this?
“What? How long have the rest of you known!?” I asked, my voice rising a little with anger.
“Look mate, we didn’t want to be the ones to tell you…” Harry put his hand on my shoulder but I shrugged it off.
“I can’t believe you guys…” I walked away, and out of the hospital. The feeling that was inside of me has only occurred one other time. Three years ago, when I was lied to.
Julia’s POV:
After Niall left the room, I dropped to my knees, and my cheeks began to feel wet. I heard the door open again in hopes that it was Niall. I turned around but was disappointed when I saw everyone but Niall. I turned back around and covered my face with my hands.
“Babe, don’t worry…it will be okay, soon.” I heard Liam say, as he rubbed my back, sighing. This is the second worst day in my entire life…
“He just needs time to think everything through.” Harry said, trying to keep everything positive.
“Wait…we’re still clueless. What exactly happened…” Louis pointed at himself, along with Zayn. Christa rolled her eyes and dragged the two out of the room. Liam and Harry helped me to my feet, and sat me down in the chair, by Lexi’s bed. I took a deep breath and wiped away some of my tears.
“Mommy…” I heard a little voice say. I turned my head to see Lexi’s eyes flutter open.
“Hey, baby.” I said, placing my hand on top of hers. She yawned and sat up, stretching. She looked around the room and saw Harry and Liam.
“Where is everybody? Where’s Niall?” She asked, raising her eyebrows. How do I even tell Lexi that Niall is her father? I don’t think now is the time though. Definitely not.
“Niall went home. He had some stuff to take care of,” I lied, “but Aunt Christa, and Louis and Zayn are in the hallway.” I pointed towards the door.
“Mommy, can we go home now?” She whined, and I shrugged.
“I don’t know. We have to wait for the doctor to come back in.” I replied, trying to flatten out her hair which was sticking up all over.
“You’re awake!” I heard Zayn say. I turned my head to see the three walk back in. I guess she told them. Christa nodded her head at me, as if reading my mind.
“Zayn!” Lexi smiled, reaching her arms out to him. He chuckled and picked her up. She wrapped her arms around his neck, and rested her head on his shoulder. I loved how close she was with them already. Especially Niall…
“Did you sleep well?” The doctor said coming into the room. He smiled politely as Lexi nodded her head. “Good! We’ve prescribed a few medications for her to take, so the fever reduces. But besides that, you’re free to go!” He said, looking at me. I nodded my head, and he left the room.
“Yay!” Lexi cheered and we all let out a small laugh. She turned to look at me and tilted her head. “Mommy, why were you crying?”
“U-Um…I was just happy you were okay.” I lied. She smiled at me, and rested her head back on Zayn’s shoulder.
**
(2 days later)
Lexi was already feeling better, thank god, and back to her old, loud, hyper self. Today was finally Saturday, which meant it was Liam’s birthday today. He was having a celebration at one of the most popular clubs in Los Angeles. It was almost time to go, and I just finished doing my hair and makeup (http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=89946566).
“Oh, look at you!” Christa teased. She looked gorgeous (http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=90488773).
“You look way better than I do.” I rolled my eyes, laughing a bit. She shook her head in disbelief. Suddenly, the doorbell rang, and I went to go get it.
“Well don’t you look, gorgeous?” My dad smiled as I hugged him.
“Thanks for watching Lex while we’re out. We really appreciate it.” He nodded his head as he stepped inside.
“It’s no trouble. I love spending time with my granddaughter anyways.” Just then, the pitter-patter of Lexi’s feet were heard as she ran down the hall to my dad.
“Grandpa!” She yelled as he chuckled, picking her up.
“Hello, sweetheart.” He kissed the top of her head, as she wrapped her arms around him.
“Okay, we should get going. Her bedtime is eight, and you have to make sure she’s actually asleep, sometimes she just fakes it.” I rambled on.
“Jules, I think I know how to babysit. Afterall I had to do the same things with you.” I rolled my eyes at his words.
“Okay, dad. Bye!” I kissed his cheek as Christa and I left the house. The cab we called earlier was already here, so we hopped in, and the driver took off.
“So are you going to talk to Niall tonight?” Christa turned to ask me. It completely slipped my mind that he would be there tonight. What do I even say to him? Should I even say anything.
“Doubt it. Liam and the others said they’re basically forcing him to go. He hasn’t been acting like himself lately.” I shrugged my shoulders. They boys have kept me ‘updated’ on Niall’s behavior and actions. Apparently, he hasn’t really talked to any of them lately. This was my entire fault…
**
“Hey, Liam!” Christa said over the music as we finally spotted him. He was sitting in the VIP section with the rest of the boys along with Eleanor, Danielle, and Perrie. I saw Niall, looking down not looking at anybody. I hurt him really bad.
“Yay! You made it!” He exclaimed standing up to hug us both. We hugged him back and he sat back down, sliding over so we could sit. I fidgeted with my fingers awkwardly as everyone else was in a conversation.
“We’ll be right back. We’re going to go grab a drink.” Christa said as she stood up, dragging me along with her.
“Christa, you didn’t have to do that.” I said as we sat down at the bar. She ordered us both drinks, then turned to look at me.
“The hell I did! You know things are tense between you and Niall. Besides I don’t think I could handle another make-out session between Zayn and Perrie any longer…” She trailed off. I raised my eyebrows as my jaw dropped.
“Oh my gosh…” I said, laughing.
“What?” She asked a bit confused.
“You’re jealous!” I said as the bartender brought us our drinks.
“What? Am not!” She argued back. I nodded my head, sticking my tongue out at her.
“Yes you are! You still have feelings for Zayn!” I teased, poking her sides. She squirmed and sighed.
“Okay, maybe a little…but you still have feelings for Niall!” She said, turning the tables around at me. I suddenly got quiet.
“No I don’t. Just because we have a daughter together doesn’t mean I automatically still have feelings for him. We’re just friends.” I shrugged but she shook her head.
“Yeah, okay. Just like I admitted that I still had feelings for Zayn even though we’re just…friends.” She scoffed, then gulped down her drink.
“Whatever…” I sighed. “Hey, no getting drunk tonight. We can’t go home like that or my dad will kill us.” I said rolling my eyes.
“Oh come on. We’re twenty-one! He’ll just have to face the facts one day.” She shrugged her shoulders.
“Plus, we have to take care of Lexi in the morning, and I do not want to have a hangover if she’s always to loud.” I joked around, but it was true. She was loud at times, but I still loved her of course.
“I guess you’re right.” Christa sighed. She hated it when I was right.
“C’mon, let’s go dance!” I said excitedly after finishing my drink.
After a while of dancing, I was already tired out and decided to head back over to the bar to get another drink. After I ordered, I heard someone crying next to me. I looked over and saw Niall, face down on the counter.
“How long has she been sleeping?”
“A little over an hour.”
“Should we wake her up?”
“I don’t know…”
I heard all these whispers, but I was too tired to actually figure out who was talking.
“I can hear you, you know.” I said, with my eyes still closed. So much for sleeping. I was in the most uncomfortable position, so I finally sat up and opened my eyes. They fluttered open, and I saw six people sitting in front of me.
“Sorry for waking you…” Liam said, shrugging his shoulders. I looked over at Niall and he looked probably as worried as ever.
“So she’s going to be okay, right?” Niall asked, tapping his foot looking at Christa and I. I nodded my head. The doctor said it was just a bad fever, but they gave her some medicine, so she’ll feel a little better.
“Yes.” Christa said, hoping Niall wouldn’t worry so much. If only he knew that was his daughter that he’s worrying about. I couldn’t take this anymore…he needed to know. I couldn’t bear to see him like this. Even though he’ll worry even more once I tell him. I looked down, and I could tell Harry knew what I was thinking about.
“Hey, we should go grab some food.” Harry said standing up. Liam caught on to what he was saying and nodded his head. Christa and the boys got up, but she told Niall to stay.
“Make sure they’re okay.” Christa whispered in Niall’s ear, but I could still hear. He nodded his head, sitting back down. The others left the room, and it there was silence between Niall and I. I sighed, and finally decided to break the awkward tension and silence.
“Niall, we need to talk.” I looked up at him, gulping. He looked confused as he turned his head to look at me.
“Talk about what?” He asked, knitting his eyebrows together.
“Lexi…” I said, my voice cracking at the end.
“I thought she was going to be okay?” Niall asked a bit nervously.
“No, no, she is. But um…you—“ I was cut off mid sentence before the nurse came in.
“Excuse me, Ms. Cowell, we need you to sign a few things at the front desk.” I sighed, standing up and left the room. Again, so close.
Niall’s POV:
I honestly had no idea what Jules was trying to tell me. She’s been acting very weird lately. I don’t know what’s up with her, but she’s probably just worried about Lexi. As am I.
“Excuse me, sir. Do you know where Julia Cowell is?” The doctor came in, and I turned to face him.
“She just went to go sign stuff I think. “ I shrugged my shoulders.
“Ah, well do you mind giving her these papers?” He handed me the folder with the papers, and I nodded my head with a polite smile.
“Of course.” I set the folder in the chair next to the one I was sitting in.
“Thank you.” He smiled back and left the room. I got up to go sit by Lexi, when I tripped a little on the chair next to me.
“Shit.” I muttered, collecting myself. In the whole process of tripping, I knocked the folder over along with the papers spread out on the floor. I sighed and started picking them up. But one paper caught my eye. I slowly read it over and stood up. I read one two lines specifically over and over again. They read:
Father’s Name:
Niall James Horan
It was Lexi’s birth certificate. No, no, no. This couldn’t be correct. Jules specifically said that I wasn’t her father. Unless…she lied to me. It wouldn’t be the first time…
“Hey, is she—“ Jules came in and stopped in her tracks when she saw me. I knew that I was crying. I didn’t even realize the little girl who has already grown so close to me was my daughter. My daughter. And I didn’t even know.
“You lied to me…again…” I saw that she finally realized what I was holding in my hands.
“Niall you don’t understand…” She said, quietly.
“What don’t I understand? That you lied to me about me being Lexi’s father!? It seems like I understand that very well.” I let the paper go from my hands and it slowly drifted to the ground. I walked past Jules and out of the door, where I saw the others coming back. They all looked at me worriedly.
“She told you didn’t she…” Christa said, looking down. Wait…was I the only one who didn’t know about this?
“What? How long have the rest of you known!?” I asked, my voice rising a little with anger.
“Look mate, we didn’t want to be the ones to tell you…” Harry put his hand on my shoulder but I shrugged it off.
“I can’t believe you guys…” I walked away, and out of the hospital. The feeling that was inside of me has only occurred one other time. Three years ago, when I was lied to.
Julia’s POV:
After Niall left the room, I dropped to my knees, and my cheeks began to feel wet. I heard the door open again in hopes that it was Niall. I turned around but was disappointed when I saw everyone but Niall. I turned back around and covered my face with my hands.
“Babe, don’t worry…it will be okay, soon.” I heard Liam say, as he rubbed my back, sighing. This is the second worst day in my entire life…
“He just needs time to think everything through.” Harry said, trying to keep everything positive.
“Wait…we’re still clueless. What exactly happened…” Louis pointed at himself, along with Zayn. Christa rolled her eyes and dragged the two out of the room. Liam and Harry helped me to my feet, and sat me down in the chair, by Lexi’s bed. I took a deep breath and wiped away some of my tears.
“Mommy…” I heard a little voice say. I turned my head to see Lexi’s eyes flutter open.
“Hey, baby.” I said, placing my hand on top of hers. She yawned and sat up, stretching. She looked around the room and saw Harry and Liam.
“Where is everybody? Where’s Niall?” She asked, raising her eyebrows. How do I even tell Lexi that Niall is her father? I don’t think now is the time though. Definitely not.
“Niall went home. He had some stuff to take care of,” I lied, “but Aunt Christa, and Louis and Zayn are in the hallway.” I pointed towards the door.
“Mommy, can we go home now?” She whined, and I shrugged.
“I don’t know. We have to wait for the doctor to come back in.” I replied, trying to flatten out her hair which was sticking up all over.
“You’re awake!” I heard Zayn say. I turned my head to see the three walk back in. I guess she told them. Christa nodded her head at me, as if reading my mind.
“Zayn!” Lexi smiled, reaching her arms out to him. He chuckled and picked her up. She wrapped her arms around his neck, and rested her head on his shoulder. I loved how close she was with them already. Especially Niall…
“Did you sleep well?” The doctor said coming into the room. He smiled politely as Lexi nodded her head. “Good! We’ve prescribed a few medications for her to take, so the fever reduces. But besides that, you’re free to go!” He said, looking at me. I nodded my head, and he left the room.
“Yay!” Lexi cheered and we all let out a small laugh. She turned to look at me and tilted her head. “Mommy, why were you crying?”
“U-Um…I was just happy you were okay.” I lied. She smiled at me, and rested her head back on Zayn’s shoulder.
**
(2 days later)
Lexi was already feeling better, thank god, and back to her old, loud, hyper self. Today was finally Saturday, which meant it was Liam’s birthday today. He was having a celebration at one of the most popular clubs in Los Angeles. It was almost time to go, and I just finished doing my hair and makeup (http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=89946566).
“Oh, look at you!” Christa teased. She looked gorgeous (http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=90488773).
“You look way better than I do.” I rolled my eyes, laughing a bit. She shook her head in disbelief. Suddenly, the doorbell rang, and I went to go get it.
“Well don’t you look, gorgeous?” My dad smiled as I hugged him.
“Thanks for watching Lex while we’re out. We really appreciate it.” He nodded his head as he stepped inside.
“It’s no trouble. I love spending time with my granddaughter anyways.” Just then, the pitter-patter of Lexi’s feet were heard as she ran down the hall to my dad.
“Grandpa!” She yelled as he chuckled, picking her up.
“Hello, sweetheart.” He kissed the top of her head, as she wrapped her arms around him.
“Okay, we should get going. Her bedtime is eight, and you have to make sure she’s actually asleep, sometimes she just fakes it.” I rambled on.
“Jules, I think I know how to babysit. Afterall I had to do the same things with you.” I rolled my eyes at his words.
“Okay, dad. Bye!” I kissed his cheek as Christa and I left the house. The cab we called earlier was already here, so we hopped in, and the driver took off.
“So are you going to talk to Niall tonight?” Christa turned to ask me. It completely slipped my mind that he would be there tonight. What do I even say to him? Should I even say anything.
“Doubt it. Liam and the others said they’re basically forcing him to go. He hasn’t been acting like himself lately.” I shrugged my shoulders. They boys have kept me ‘updated’ on Niall’s behavior and actions. Apparently, he hasn’t really talked to any of them lately. This was my entire fault…
**
“Hey, Liam!” Christa said over the music as we finally spotted him. He was sitting in the VIP section with the rest of the boys along with Eleanor, Danielle, and Perrie. I saw Niall, looking down not looking at anybody. I hurt him really bad.
“Yay! You made it!” He exclaimed standing up to hug us both. We hugged him back and he sat back down, sliding over so we could sit. I fidgeted with my fingers awkwardly as everyone else was in a conversation.
“We’ll be right back. We’re going to go grab a drink.” Christa said as she stood up, dragging me along with her.
“Christa, you didn’t have to do that.” I said as we sat down at the bar. She ordered us both drinks, then turned to look at me.
“The hell I did! You know things are tense between you and Niall. Besides I don’t think I could handle another make-out session between Zayn and Perrie any longer…” She trailed off. I raised my eyebrows as my jaw dropped.
“Oh my gosh…” I said, laughing.
“What?” She asked a bit confused.
“You’re jealous!” I said as the bartender brought us our drinks.
“What? Am not!” She argued back. I nodded my head, sticking my tongue out at her.
“Yes you are! You still have feelings for Zayn!” I teased, poking her sides. She squirmed and sighed.
“Okay, maybe a little…but you still have feelings for Niall!” She said, turning the tables around at me. I suddenly got quiet.
“No I don’t. Just because we have a daughter together doesn’t mean I automatically still have feelings for him. We’re just friends.” I shrugged but she shook her head.
“Yeah, okay. Just like I admitted that I still had feelings for Zayn even though we’re just…friends.” She scoffed, then gulped down her drink.
“Whatever…” I sighed. “Hey, no getting drunk tonight. We can’t go home like that or my dad will kill us.” I said rolling my eyes.
“Oh come on. We’re twenty-one! He’ll just have to face the facts one day.” She shrugged her shoulders.
“Plus, we have to take care of Lexi in the morning, and I do not want to have a hangover if she’s always to loud.” I joked around, but it was true. She was loud at times, but I still loved her of course.
“I guess you’re right.” Christa sighed. She hated it when I was right.
“C’mon, let’s go dance!” I said excitedly after finishing my drink.
After a while of dancing, I was already tired out and decided to head back over to the bar to get another drink. After I ordered, I heard someone crying next to me. I looked over and saw Niall, face down on the counter.
Notes
Okay so this will be the last update for a while because I'm going away on vacation on Wednesday and won't have time do it :(Please enjoy!
~Camryn
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