*Aubrey’s P.O.V*

“You almost what!?” Allison squealed happily, stopping to stare at me from behind the counter. I had gotten home 15 minutes after leaving Zayn’s house. Now, Allison and I are putting the groceries away while I explain everything that happened. “Do you like him Aub?” She tilted her head to the side Fuck, she’s being serious. “I… I don’t know” I bit my lip. “Well, he probably likes you” she shuffled some things out of a bag. “Really? Why do you say that?” I put some items in the fridge. “Well, he was going to kiss you. Wasn’t he?” She raised an eyebrow, and handed me the milk. “I said I think he was. I’m not positive” I reassured her. “Aubrey, you sat on his lap. He caressed your cheek, caressed your lips, then leans in. I would pretty much call it an almost kiss” She put her hands on her hips. “Alright fine, he ‘almost’ kissed me” I rolled my eyes. Allison snickered and continued unloading groceries.

After we finished putting the groceries away we watched a movie, said our goodnights and went to our rooms. Of course during the night my thoughts always came back to haunt me. I’m so glad Allison is back, I missed her so much. She hasn’t really told me much about her being away, I’m sure she will sooner or later. Zayn. Oh those eyes and lips and… ass. His ass was a perfect sight earlier today. His house was actually quite homey, I wonder what he’s really like when he isn’t around his sisters. Katie and Alexis are so sweet, I love them already! Do I actually like Zayn? No, no you don’t. You can’t like him because he won’t like you back. Don’t you dare get attached to him Aubrey! He’ll want nothing from you. He’s just a kid who loves his sisters but has multiple girls, and I’ll be another one of them. What if he does like me though? What if him and I become something? You won’t! You won’t Aubrey, you’re only considered a friend. Nothing more, nothing less. I rolled on my side. That’s the truth Aubrey, he won’t ever love you.

The next morning I woke up bright and early, I decided I would put a dress on today because it was incredibly nice out. It was a nice light blue floral summer dress, a bit higher than the knees, but not to slutty either. I slipped on my white flats that had little bows in the front, did my makeup and fluffed my hair a bit. “Allison I’m headed to work” I called walking by her room. “Alright, see you later” she called behind her door. Then I left, heading for the Library.

*Zayn’s P.O.V*

I fluttered my eyes open, glancing over at the clock on my bed stand. 2:00!! Oh shit! I slept all day. I couldn’t fall asleep last night because all I could think about was Aubrey. I actually wanted to get up early today because I wanted to talk to her about something; it was something I took into serious thought last night. But what if she says no? Think positive Zayn! I went to get up out of bed but slipped, falling face first on the rug. What the hell? I glanced around to see what I undoubtedly slipped on. A wallet? It was light pink with many zippers. Whose is it? I sat crisscross applesauce on the floor now, only in my boxers, I must be a sight. I shook my head timidly and reached for it, opening it and looking through the pockets. I pulled up the driver’s license, Aubrey E. Jackson. There she was, smiling like she was excited to get her first picture taken for the license. Aubrey must have dropped it and forgotten it when she was hiding under my bed. I smiled to the thought that she was in my room and recalling how she straddled me. I searched through it a bit more finding a couple credit cards, a couple hundreds and other bills, and then some random stuff. Here’s my excuse, I’ll bring this to her and then ask her what I need to ask her. Perfect.

I put everything back in there proper spots and zipped it up, setting it on my bed. I quickly got myself dressed, putting sneakers on and adjusting myself in the mirror. “Where ya goin?” I turned on my heel to see a sleepy looking Alexis. “Is mom here?” I ignored her question. “Yeah, she’s here” She rubbed her eyes. “Okay, I’ll be back later. Alright?” I ruffled my hair a bit. “Where are you going?” She asked again. I sighed lightly, playing a small smile on my lips. “I’m going to see Aubrey” I said as calmly as I could manage. Her face instantly lit up “Is she your girlfriend yet?” She ran into my room, flopping onto my unmade bed, watching me in the mirror. I cleared my throat “No, but hopefully” I shrugged. She jumped around a bit more “Have you two gone on a date yet?” Alexis, enough with the questions already. I’m working on it. “No”

I answered plainly. She smiled widely; resting her hands on her knees “Ask her” She wiggled on my bed a bit. “I don’t think she’ll say yes” I sighed sadly, pouting a bit. She stopped moving and gave me an are-you-serious-right-now? Look “She’ll say yes” She said obviously. “You think so?” I sighed again. She smiled widely again, nodding her head up and down like a maniac. I grabbed the wallet that hid under the blankets that Alexis ruffled, I chuckled and headed towards my bedroom door “Wish me luck” And I headed down the hall to the living room and into the kitchen. I heard a pitter patter of footsteps, I opened the door and before I closed it I heard “Good luck!”

~~~

I parked my motorcycle in the usual parking space next to Harry’s. They’re all already here. I glanced over to see Aubrey’s little black car and she’s here too. I smiled to myself and headed into the alleyway where I heard faint chuckles and random chit chat. I entered and examined all of them, there they were. All sitting around and Louis dealing cards. “Ahh Zayn, sleep in?” Louis asked as I walked towards the table. The others looked over their shoulders and smiled, Niall greeting me with a wave. “You look fancy today” Harry pointed out. “Uh.. Yeah” I shrugged. “I bet he’s going to see Aubrey again” Harry smirked raising an eyebrow towards me. “I saw her last night” I smirked. wasn’t expecting that, were you? They all stared at me, shock spread across their faces. “Did you two have sex?” Harry broke the silence, his jaw still on the floor. “No! You twat” I shook my head, pursing my lips. The boys picked up their mouths, paying attention back to the game. “Did you kiss her yet?” Niall asked whilst his brows were furrowed down to his cards. “No” I answered lamely. “Zayn, Are you alright? You always make a move on the girl. You never hold back”

Louis leant up on the table. Once he asked the question the others stopped what they were doing, leaning up on the table as well, glancing at me. Their faces distraught I replied “I.. I don’t know” I bounced my knee up and down nervously. “Aww Zayn has a crush” Harry poked my cheek and I swatted it away quickly. “I think it’s more than a crush” Liam replied seriously. He put his arm up on the table leaning in again, raising an eyebrow “Zayn, if you like her then go ask her on a date. Do something before someone catches her eye, sweeps her off her feet and you won’t be able to have her” See, this is why I love Liam sometimes. He gets all serious when you need him to be. He coaxes you into doing something that needs to be done. Thank you Liam. That’s my queue, I got up quickly and walked out of the alleyway.

~~~

Just do it Zayn! I stood outside the Library doors, pacing back and forth. Debating if I should walk in and ask her or just turn around now while I have the chance so I can’t make myself look like a dumbass. She makes me so nervous. Walk in, hand her the wallet and pop the question. It’s that simple. But you can’t! What if she says no? What if she laughs in my face because I’m a big fool. Ughh.. But she won’t laugh, because she already likes you! No she doesn’t you wanker! She won’t ever like you, you’re just the guy who won’t be good enough for her. She deserves someone way better then you. Zayn! Just. Do. It. My phone buzzed in my pocket. Who could it be? I don’t have time for this, still debating here! It’s Harry *Bzz* Liam *Bzz* It’s going off like crazy. *Bzz* Louis, Niall.

Niall: Do it you twat.

Harry: Stop being a pussy and do it.

Louis: Just walk in and ask.

I sighed and rolled my eyes. I read Liam’s last.

Liam: Dumbass?..

I looked back towards the alley to see them all standing there, watching me. I replied back: What!?

*Bzz* Liam: Just take a deep breath. Walk in and ask her. That simple.

I replied: If it’s so easy, then you do it.

Liam: Stop being a God damn pussy. Or we’ll come up there and drag you in ourselves.

I glanced back at them, Niall and Louis leaning on the wall with their arms across their chests with Liam and Harry standing by, all of them watching me intently. Liam nudging his head towards the door. Oh, that’ll be even more embarrassing. If they bring me in themselves they’ll be very obnoxious and annoying and.. it just won’t be good.

I started typing my reply : I’m not doing it. But I didn’t hit the send button. Fuck it! Just do it you pussy! Grow a pair.

And I pushed through the doors of the air conditioned Library. Shit, did I really just walk in? Okay turn around, no! There’s no time now. My mouth dropped open There she is. She’s wearing a dress. My heart beat quickened, my palms got sweaty. She looks so beautiful. She noticed me walking in and waved, a huge smile plastered on her face. Okay, give her the wallet then ask her. I cleared my throat, I now stood in front of her, looking like an idiot. “Hi Zayn” She spoke first. I cleared my throat again Okay, hand it to her. Do I need to make it into steps for you? Step 1: Hand her the fucking wallet! I shakily rose my hand and set the wallet down in front of her “You left this at my house” I said nonchalantly. A tiny bit of shock played on her face “Oh my goodness! I must have left it, Thank you so much. I drove without my license, oops” I chuckled lightly. Good, now Step 2: Ask her the fucking question. “So how are you today?” That wasn’t the question dumb fuck. “I’m well, how about you?” She flipped her hand towards me.

“I’m pretty good” I answered lamely. Okay fuck face, Step 2: Ask her the fucking question before I bang your head on the desk. “When do you have your lunch break? Or did you already have it?” I bit my lip nervously. Yes good! Now wait for her reply. She glanced up at the clock “In a half an hour” She smiled coolly. “Can I take you out for lunch?” Okay, that wasn’t the question. But it’s a good start to the BIG question. Please say yes. Please say yes. If you say no I think I’ll die. She broadened her shoulders, fluttering eyes a few times watching me for a few beats. “Ya, I get out in a half an hour” She smiled.

SHE SAID YES. SHE SAID YES. SHE SAID MOTHERFUCKING YES. Okay, keep from jumping around and scaring the hell out of her. I smiled, I think a little to brightly because she gave me a weird look then giggled. Her laugh, Music to my ears. “Okay, awesome. I um… I have to run someplace real quick. I’ll be right back” I took a few steps backwards, pointing my thumb over my shoulder. “Okay, see you in a bit” She fluttered her eye lashes and I pretty much ran out the door.

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“She said yes! She said yes!” I screamed like a little kid once I was in the alleyway. They all looked in my direction, and Harry practically fell out of his chair from being scared. “See, I told you she would say yes” Liam pointed out. “Okay, so I need help with something” I bit my lip. “What will that be Zayn?” Louis asked, handing out a card not making eye contact with me. “Where should I take her out to lunch?” I clapped my hands together. They all groaned, leaning back in their chairs, Liam face palming himself. “Dude, you didn’t ask the question. Did you?” He rubbed his temples. I looked at the ground, kicking it with my foot. “I’m.. I’m getting to it” I replied quietly. Louis sighed “Where do you plan on taking her?” He dealt the cards again, making no eye contact. “That’s what I need your help with..” I scratched my nose. “Well, Why don’t you take her too..”

~~~

*Aubrey’s P.O.V*

I can’t believe he just asked me on a date! No wait, it isn’t a date. It’s just a friend taking a friend out for lunch. Yeah that’s it, just a friendly lunch. I didn’t expect him to ask me to take me out to lunch, that’s why I stiffened. I think I might faint this is too much to handle. I took a seat, trying to collect everything that happened. It’s just a friendly lunch. I glanced up to the clock Ten minutes. What if he doesn’t come back, oh God. He isn’t going to come back. He just asked me that to be nice and then he’s gonna make up an excuse then he won’t take me. I took a few deep breaths this is no big deal, he’ll be back. It’s just a friendly lunch. I bounced my knee nervously, then grabbed my bag heading towards the bathroom. I quickly touched up my makeup and headed back, with five minutes to spare. I took a few more breaths.

Why the fuck am I so shaky and nervous? It’s just a friendly lunch God Damnit! “Aubrey?” I snapped my head up quickly “Zayn?” Yup, it’s him oh my God. I can’t do this. That smile, those lips, those eyes.. “Hi” He croaked, giving me a little wave. I gulped “Miss. Connor?” I called in the office. She was bent over probably picking up some books. She stood up, smiling “Yes?” I replied with a light smile “I’m going out for lunch” I pointed over my shoulder. She smiled brighter, swooping her hand towards us “You two have fun. And take all the time you want!” I smiled once again, and Zayn and I headed towards the door.

“After you” Zayn opened the door for me. I stepped out into the warm sunlight. “Thank you” I nodded my head, smiling. So sweet of him. We walked silently down the steps, heading towards the parking lot. Zayn cleared his throat “So.. have you ever rode a motorcycle?” I stopped dead in my tracks Wait, he said motorcycle. Right? I gulped “Um.. No. Why?” He walked nonchalantly over to a bike with flames on it, sitting on it, and resting his hands on the handle bars. Zayn drives a motorcycle. Oh my god, this is news. But he looks so incredibly sexy in the process. I stopped in front of it “This is yours?” Well obviously Aubrey. You dumb fuck! “Yeah, isn’t she pretty?” He pat the gas tank lightly. “Don’t you think it’s.. dangerous?”

I asked Ignoring his question. He smiled, tilting his head to the side “Only if you drive stupidly. I’m a very good driver” He smirked seductively, making my body tingle and shiver. Can you not? Thanks. I chuckled and shook my head “I’m not gonna lie, I’m scared to ride it” I shrugged. “I promise, you’ll be perfectly fine. Here” He pulled out a little helmet. “You can wear this if you’d like” Holding it out towards me. I took a few strides, now standing right next to him. “What about you?” Asking a bit concerned. “Oh don’t worry, I have one too” He grabbed another helmet, one a bit bigger then the smaller one. I glanced up through my eyelashes Motorcycles are so scary though. What if I fly off? How would I hang on? Wait does this mean I have to be close to him. Yes you fucking dumbass! “I’ll fall of though” I bit my lip. He chuckled shaking his head “You won’t fly off, just gotta hang on to me” He did a side smirk.

I stood, not sure of what to do before Zayn held out his hand lightly “I promise you’ll be okay” He reassured me quietly. I smirked then bit my lip, slipping my small fingers into his large palm. There it is, that tingling sensation that I have started to get used to. Loving the feeling of hand in hand, skin to skin. My hand going numb from the contact. He tugged on my hand lightly, persuading me to sit behind him. I stepped closer, but before I sat he stood up. He brought his arms up, and placing the helmet lightly on the top of my head. Making sure it was nice and snug, fastening it under my chin. Okay, stop smiling like an idiot Aubrey! He bit his lip admiring the helmet he settled on the top of my head, his forefinger tickling under my chin lightly. Making me giggle loudly, I covered my mouth quickly embarrassment rushing through my body.

With my cheeks turning a bright pink, seriousness ran over his face as he pulled my hand away quickly. Is he mad? Is he upset? Did I do something wrong? He cupped my chin once again turning my face swiftly to the side and giving me a quick peck to my cheek. He just kissed my cheek! He turned around quickly, plopping onto his bike. I set my hand on the spot he touched, my cheek burned with sensation tingling from my cheek through my body, igniting under my belly. What an odd and interesting feeling I have never felt before. I feel I may faint.

“You’ll be perfectly fine. I promise” I looked up to him from my still awestruck face, he had his hand held out once again. I reluctantly took it and sat down behind him. Energy is now rushing through my body, this is my first time riding on a motorcycle! “But Zayn.. My dress” I whimpered lightly. He looked over his shoulder placing his hand on my knee “Just make sure you sit on it the right way” He smirked patting it lightly. I smirked to because Hell yeah, he’s touching my knee. Touch me more please? “So there are a few precautions I must explain before we go” He squeezed my knee lightly. Ahh stop it; if you’re going to touch me like that, go deeper. Aubrey! Stop it! I blushed at my inappropriate thoughts and decided to start listening to Zayn. “So this pipe is the exhaust pipe, if you rest your leg on it I guarantee you’ll burn yourself.

So I advise not to put it there, instead rest them on these pegs” He pointed to two little metal bars sticking out on each side of his bike. “Second, this can go pretty fast and the inertia will pull you back. So you have to hang on pretty tight. Alright?” He fastened his helmet on his head. “I’ll have to put on a back bar for you. Even though I’ll want you to hang on to me” Patting my knee once more. Wait, he wants ME to hang on to him? He wants to put a back bar on for ME? Does that mean he wants ME to go riding with him more?

He started his bike. Wow, it’s really loud. Revving it a few times “Don’t forget to keep your legs on the pegs” He reminded me over the loud noise he was causing. He’s right, I don’t want to be burned! I did as he said resting them on the little metal bars and wrapping my arms securely around his waist. Oh my goodness, what a rush. I’m going for my first motorcycle ride and I get to hang onto Zayn in the process. Such a plus! I laid my head on his back as he backed out of the parking spot. Smelling his sweet axe/cinnamon smell Mmm, he’s smells so.. good. I opened my eyes as we started riding along the rode Zayn revving his bike up, he waved inside the alleyway where the others were I’m not to fond of them yet, they’re still pretty scary looking. It’s still polite to smile though Aubrey! Before they went out of view, Zayn waving and I smiling I seen them all wave and smile back. Maybe they aren’t bad guys after all?

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