Drama Queen

~Three Months Earlier~

Harry POV

I sit at the edge of my seat fingers drumming nervously on the wooden table.
"Are you sure this is what you boys want?"
I look at Simon sitting at the head of the table. I just stare not trusting my voice to answer his question.
"Yes sir, we've had a good run of it. I know we will all remain good friends. We just feel things pulling us different ways." Liam answers.
Liam has always been the sure one. The one to keep us all in line for the most part. I glance across at Louis. He sees me looking and stares at his lap. We used to be inseparable sometimes I wonder what happened.
"Well if it's what you want then we should go make the announcement." Simon states.
The rest of the boys look up. We glance around the table relishing the last moments and asking ourselves are we really going to do this? Almost in sync we push back from the table and get up.
"It's such a shame you boys are doing this but I guess it's not for everyone." Simon says almost bitterly.
We make our way out of the conference room and down the hallway. We walk side by side sharing the common bond for the last time. Reaching the front doors Zayn pushes them open. The yelling, screaming and flashes hit us. I relish in what I've hated knowing that soon the flashes will be no more. The world will have moved on I will be forgotten. We file into our seats along the long table. I pull the script out of my pocket knowing if I try to say anything else I will break down.
Liam raises his hand for silence and everyone quiets down.
"Now I know many of you are wondering why we called this conference. Many of you are hoping we are up here to announce our next tour, our next album, our next single. This announcement however, has a bittersweet note." Liam starts.
"For the past few years we have been with you touring, playing gigs, living our dreams. We have had a taste of what it means to be important and to make a difference. We woke up every morning hoping to make the life of at least one person better because of our music." Zayn continues.
Louis looks directly into the crowd before continuing.
"We have had a lot of support over the years. Our parents and families have stood by us and supported us through everything. Syco records and Simon Cowell have helped us get this far so thank you."
Niall looks uncertainly around before smiling.
"And finally the fans. No artist can ever forget the fans. They have really been our support since the beginning. They are what we were singing for. Hoping to give them a bit of hope, a bit of life, a bit of light. We love you guys." Niall finishes and looks deflated beside me.
It was finally my turn and all eyes are on me.
"Many years ago we started this journey. Unfortunately it is time to turn the page and start the next chapter in our lives." I hear my voice break. Niall squeezes my shoulder in support.
"That is why this is the end of one direction. At least our part. We hope we have fulfilled our goal to save at least one life. I know that the boys and I will be friends for a great many more years. Thank you for all your support but we believe it is our time to step down and leave the road open for the next person with big dreams to fill in our shoes."
When I'd finished speaking there was about 15 seconds of silence before reporters started throwing questions at us. We all filed through the doors having beforehand agreed that we weren't taking questions. I turn before closing the door and raise my arm in one final goodbye before the door closes.
Once the door closed silence echoed through the hallway. We all realized what we had just done. All our work, all our time, all our dedication was over. It was finished. The bond that had held us together for the past 5 years was dissolved. We all look at each other awkwardly not sure what to do next. Louis is the first to speak.
"Well it had to be done. I have to go but keep in touch yeah?" He waves before exiting the building through a side door.
"If you're ever in Bradford look me up. The wife is at home waiting and you know how she gets." Zayn chuckles nervously before following Louis out the door.
Liam shifts awkwardly from foot to foot.
"I will miss you guys. I wish you both the best." Liam states before smiling and using a duck and run maneuver to leave the building.
That left Niall and I.
"We're still on for Wednesday right?" Niall asks. I nod my head. Niall hugs me before leaving. I look at the door wondering. How could 4 boys who I call brothers leave so easily. For the first time in a long time I feel alone.

Notes

Hey guys so this is my first fanfic so be kind :)
So sorry for the sad feels but I felt the need to show partially why in this story the band broke up. More will be revealed later as to why.
Let me know what you think or any questions you have.
Any comments or feedback will be much appreciated.
-Christina.
PS. I was writing Simon says and my mind flashed to the childhood game so random question. How many of you guys played Simon says when you were little? (I stunk at that game)