Hanging By A Moment

Harry's POV:

We've finally crossed path again....

Sammie had JUST arrived on the red carpet and already she's managed to cause a turmoil. The reason being was due to her LONG ABSENCE from the vicinity of the UK. She didn't arrive alone; behind her was her family, Anna and a large security team.....and surprisingly the TWINS! Sammie wore a white dress with a touch of red at the bottom. Taleiah wore a red and white dress, while Jacob wore a tux with a red bow tie, they were all matching. They looked like a happy, perfect family.

The twins looked so cute when they walked. They've probably just started to develop the gross movement of walking as they still staggered slightly. Sammie held each child by her side as she stopped mid way at the carpet to let the papz take her photos. She bent down to their level and said something to them. Then she waved her hands at the twins probably motioning them to replicate her movement. Sammie stood back up and the twins waved at the camera. 'Awwww, they're adorable' the man who was interviewing us spoke and we were reminded of his presence.

'Alright boys we have to go inside' Jack gestured his hands towards the arena. 'Can we go say hi to Sammie first' Niall asked. 'Sorry Niall, we're already running behind schedule. Our time out here is already up' Jack explained. Both our management probably arranged a deal so that Sammie and I wouldn't cross path, but it was too late.

This meeting was inevitable.

Samantha's POV:
'You ready?' Anna asked as the limo pulled over at the red carpet. I look at the Taleiah and Jacob who were both dressed nicely in their outfits. I gave them a kiss each on their tiny forehead and took a deep breath. This wasn't only the first time, I was about to make an appearance with my two children, it was also their first time outside of LA....and nevertheless, their first time in the UK.

It was time.

Time for the world to meet my children, time for them to see how beautiful they were and how blessed I am to have them. They were not a mistake, they are not a burden, they are not my kryptonite, they are not my regret.

They are my children. They are my strength, my hope, my most valued possessions.

The chauffeur opened the limo door and screams began to increase in volume. Anna got out of the car first and helped Jacob down the vehicle. I got out and lifted Taleiah off the car. My parents and Allanah who rode in another limo, were quickly by my side. I felt at ease and confident with my family and children with me. 'Samantha' I heard numerous voices call out.

I held on to Taleiah and Jacob's tiny hands at either of my side and began the walk. Immediately, we were greeted by a crowd of reporters. 'Sammie, sammie' they all hovered around me with microphones. 'Aww hello' a man leaned down to the twins. Taleiah and Jacob both hid behind my legs frightened by the man's approach. 'Alright, please move back, move back' my securities protected us from the boisterous crowd. 'Your frightening the children, move back' Tom my head of security motioned the reporters to back away and finally they did.

I continued to walk down the aisle with my two twins at my side and my family behind me. I stopped mid way to let the papz get some shots. I bended down to my children's, 'Remember what Mummy showed you' I waved my hand at them and they replicated my actions with their free hand. I stood back up and smiled at the cameras while my children waved with their tiny hands.

After a couple of minutes I continued the walk down the carpet. From a distance 5 boys walking in One Direction (lol see what I did there ;D) who were suited up nicely caught my attention. They were already headed in for the arena. His famous curls, stood out among the group. It felt like nothing has changed.... or maybe everything has.

Harry's POV:
We gathered around our designated table which was near the runaway part of the stage. El and Dani were on our table seating next to their boyfriend. Luckily for Zayn, Little Mix's table were just a table away from ours.'I like this bread' Niall declared as he munched through it. Of course he had already set his digestive system into motion. Perrie ran towards us as she held her long dress. 'Babe, come on lets go see Taleiah' she pulled Zayn to get up. 'Oh can we come?' Liam asked. 'Yeah, come on' she gestured for everyone to get up. Liam, Louis, El and Dani all got up. 'Why don't you go ahead, I'll follow later' Zayn told her. 'Okay then' Perrie replied and they all began to walk off. 'Wait for me' Niall called out before grabbing another bread.

'Zayn, you can go if you like' I told him. I knew he only offered to stayed because he didn't want to leave me by myself. 'Nah, it's cool. I'll stay here with you' he flashed an understanding smile as he leant forward on the table. 'Thanks' I gave him a small nod. I honestly didn't know how I was supposed to feel or react by Sammie AND the children's presence here. Happy? Ashamed? Concerned? Apathetic? Excited? Guilty?

Mixed emotions?

Samantha's POV:
When we got inside the Arena, we went to our designated table and was quickly approached by celebs. 'Oh, they look adorable!' Robbie Williams bended down to the twins who were still by my side. 'Thanks' I let out a small laugh. 'Well, good luck for tonight' Robbie smiled before taking off. 'Mummy' Taleiah extended her arms up motioning for a lift. I took her up while Jacob played with his bouncy ball at my side. Mum, Dad and Allanah were all seating on the table while Anna was talking to my securities. 'Hey' I heard a female voice from behind. I turned around as I carried Taleiah. 'Oh..hi' I replied, surprised by whom the person was.

'So are they you're children with Ha-?' Taylor asked. 'Yeah' I replied before she could say his name. 'Their gorgeous' she smiled as she stroked Jacob's hair. Her sweet demeanour took me by surprise....especially after the turmoil she has contributed to Harry and I's relationship. 'Look, I know it's taken me a while to say this.... but I just wanna say sorry for all the things that I've caused you and Harry' she spoke sincerely. 'It's okay' I flash her a smile. 'Harry and I aren't together so you don't have to apologise anymore' I shook my head.

'You're very strong to be taking this responsibility on your own' she reached over to Taleiah and rubbed her back. 'Thank you' I smiled. 'Well, I better prep up for my performance' she said. 'I'll see you around Sammie' she flashed me a smile and left.

I felt so relief by the reconciliation.

'Sammie!' I heard voices yell. I turned to my right and a crowd approached me. 'Hey guys!' I replied in an ecstatic voice.'I've missed you all' I smiled. 'Naww, we miss you too' Louis spoke for the group. 'Oh wow, their so big already' Liam looked down to Jacob then to Taleiah who I was still carrying. 'This is my daughter Taleiah and my son Jacob' I introduced the twins. 'Can I carry her?' El asked. 'Oh sure' I passed Taleiah to her. 'This one's mine' Niall lifted Jacob of the ground.

'Okay, my turn' Louis attempted to get Talieah from El. 'No, I'm next. I'm her Godmother' Perrie interjected. 'Niall, give me a go' Liam asked Niall for Jacob. 'No way I just got him' Niall argued. 'I don't even know which twin to carry first' Dani whined like it was a hard decision. It was so cute how they all fought over the twins. 'Where's Zayn?' I asked Perrie. 'His over there with Harry' she pointed to the right. I turned towards the direction and saw the boys engaged in a conversation.

He had his back to me, leaving me with the sight of only his curls. Zayn looked up and met my gaze. He flashed me a smile and I smiled back.

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