Harry's POV
I wake up to feel an empty space next to me. Did I dream everything last night? Did I really meet Louise?
I feel a little dumbfounded as if I made it all up. I didn't drink that much though, did I?
I slowly get up and I start to make my bed. I notice a bit of paper on my pillow, I must have rolled on to it. I pick it up and I read it's from Louise. She is real.

Sorry I just got up and left, I have work. Thanks for last night. Louise x

Underneath is an eleven digit number, I smile as I grab my phone from the bedside table and I start to add her number into my contacts. I text her, trying to make sure I sound cool and not needy.

Hi, it's Harry. Thanks for your company and number. Maybe we can meet soon? X

I put my phone on my bed. I'm not going to keep checking whether she's replied of not. I'll leave that temptation here. I make my way out my room and to the kitchen. Whilst yawning, I stumble in to see Liam sat eating his breakfast. He looks up and smiles with his tell me now face.

"Good morning, where's your guest?" Liam asks as he takes a bite out of his toast. I quickly pour my cereals and add milk before sitting down opposite him.

"She left.." I say as I take a spoonful of weetabix. Liam looks at me puzzled. "She had work." I say as I look at him with a smile.

"Oh.." Liam smirks, "So, are you seeing her again? As I gathered you like each other. I came back from the bathroom and you two disappeared.." Liam laughs as he sits back in his chair.

I look away unable to control my smile. I nod without looking at him as I take another spoonful.
It doesn't matter how hard I try to allow myself to move on from Stephanie. I never seem to be able to switch off from her, she always seems to be there in my head, whether I like it or not.

"I like her, but I'm not sure what I'd want from her." I say as I look at Liam who smiles sympathetically.

"Because you're still in love with Stephanie?" He asks and I look away. "It's okay to admit it Harry. The way you explained your history with her, it carries lots of emotions along the way." Liam states and I let his words sink in.

I know what he said is true, what I feel for Stephanie is something I fear I'll never feel towards anyone else. But Louise makes such an impression and I believe we could become something at some point. Obviously I don't want to rush into anything yet, we'd have to take things slow.

"I do like Louise and I believe I could like her alot. I pretty much told myself last night I could happily be with her. Once I get to know her better of course, but I just don't know if I'm ready to start getting involoved with anyone yet." I sigh as I sit back in my seat and frustratingly close my eyes.

"Take everyday as it comes mate, just see where it takes you. Don't think too much." Liam says as he reaches up and squeezes my shoulder reassuringly. I nod as I open my eyes and I look at him, I thank him for his wise words.

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Stephanie's POV

I'm the last to wake up as I hear several voices in the kitchen. I stretch as I try to wake up properly as I feel so tired from last night. Last night. I can't help but smile to myself as my memory takes me back to Niall and I, it was so perfect. The way he held me most of the night and our kiss, my god his kiss, I can't even describe how that made me feel. I just feel glad I'm finally feeling love again. I know it's far too early to say I'm falling for Niall, but I know I could one day.

"Good morning." Niall smiles as he walks into the living room gaining my attention. I smile at him as he sits next to me. I don't feel nervous with Niall, not like I used to with Harry.

Bloody Harry, why can't my inner thoughts just forget about him. Just stop. I sigh as I look to Niall.

"Morning.." I say through a yawn. Great timing to yawn. "Chloe and Lucy in the kitchen still?" I ask as they've gone quiet.

"Yeah. Uhm, Chloe knows about us. I sort of told her we kissed." Niall says as he bites his lip and looks at me. Why did he tell her that? And what does he mean she knows about us?

"Is there an us?" I ask as I think out loud. Niall smirks and shrugs. It feels too early in the morning to be talking about this.

"Do you want there to be an us?" He asks as he has such a playful look on his face. I shrug as I try to play it cool.

What about Harry? I know I'm angry at him and I never want to see him again, but can I let him go for good? I look away from Niall as I try to think with a clear head but Harry just keeps clouding it.
One minute I'm over him, the next minute I'm thinking of him again. I can't keep going round in circles. I'm letting go of Harry for good. Now, it's all about Niall. I look at him at him and smile.

"I do if that's what you want too?" I ask and Niall smiles.

"Yeah, I do. But we won't rush into anything, let's just start seeing each other and see how it goes?" He asks and I nod happily.

"I couldn't agree more." I smile as I look away from him. Lucy walks in and she has her mischievous grin. "She knows doesn't she?" I ask as I look to Niall.

"Yeah she was there when I was talking to Chloe." Niall says and I look back at Lucy.

"I think it's great.." Lucy smiles. "I just had no idea you two were into each other." She adds and Niall looks away.

"Oh your up!" Chloe says as she walks in. "Shall we head to town and try find some costumes for London?" She asks as she sits down.

"Yeah!" Lucy smiles and I laugh at her enthusiasm.

"I'm up for that, what time?" I ask and Chloe starts to discuss a time with everyone. Niall doesn't seem too bothered but Lucy is trying to explain how long she takes to get ready. We all know she takes the longest.

"I reckon about eleven. That gives everyone two hours to get ready." Niall says and I nod in agreement. Lucy looks at him and bites his lip.

"Two hours should be okay." Lucy says and I stand up. I excuse myself as I head to the bathroom, I start to text my Dad asking if he'd pick me up as Chloe's house is the otherwise of town than mine.
Once the message is sent I put it back in my pocket and I open the bathroom door. The first thing I do is check my reflection, my hair a mess and make up has smudged from last night.

I grab a tissue and damp it underneath the tap, I wipe under my eyes, removing any smudged mascara. I really don't look good in the morning. Once I made myself look a little better I try to flatten my hair. My text vibrates and I stop what I'm doing, I reach for my phone and I quickly read that my Dad is on his way now. I put my phone on the side and quickly use the toilet.

I can't wait to have a shower and freshen up, I hate sleeping in day clothes as it makes me get so hot during the night. Especially with Niall's body heat combining with my own, it was too hot.
I wash my hands and dry them in the hand towel, I take my phone and I leave the bathroom.

"Hey, my Dad's on the way to get me. I'll meet you guys In town?" I ask as I see Chloe at the bottom for the stairs, she turns and looks at me.

"I'll pick you up, I may as well drive in." Chloe says and I nod thanking her. I walk into the living room and I start to gather all of my stuff. I grab my coat and put it on and I take my bag making sure I have everything inside.

"Steph, can we talk?" Niall asks as he stands up and walks towards me. I nod feeling a little anxious, what's their to talk about. Oh no, maybe he's regretting everything already.

"I don't have much time, my Dad is on his way." I say as we both sit down. Luckily Lucy isn't in here anymore, I don't know where she's gone.

"All I want to say is, I'm happy for us to be more than friends. I really like you." I smile as he looks at me but his face turns a little serious. My smile drops. "But I'm just a bit worried about Harry. I'm still in contact with him and we get on really well. I don't want to upset him. So, if we just keep this between us for now? I mean Chloe and Lucy know obviously.." He adds and I can't believe he's worried about Harry.

"Niall this has nothing to do with Harry! I get your friends with him, but he was the one that left. He has no right to get upset as he doesn't care. So please, don't think about Harry." I snap as I can't believe that guy is getting in the way again.

"I know you're angry at him, but please.." Niall stops as I shake my head.

"Just don't say anymore. I'll keep things quiet but for you, not for Harry." I stand up and he reaches for my hand. I look down at him.

"Thank you." He says as he stands up and gently kisses me. I kiss him back and pull away.

"I need to check the kitchen.." I say as I excuse myself from him, I walk into the kitchen knowing full well I have nothing in here. Why did Niall care so much about Harry? It's nothing to do with him.

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Harry's POV

"Man, my head, it hurts." Louis moans as he slowly walks into the living room. I look at him as I take my shoes and put them on. He slowly sits down and closes his eyes.

"Feeling a bit rough?" I ask and I laugh at him.

"Shhh. I'm delicate today." Louis groans as he keeps his eyes shut. I shake my head and put my coat on. Louis slowly opens his eyes and frowns. "Where are you going?" He asks.

"I've got work. So have you.." I say as I leave the room and head to my bedroom, I quickly walk in and take my phone from my bed. I leave again and grab my wallet from the kitchen.

"I can't go in today, my head hurts too much." Louis says as I walk back into the living room. "Where's Liam?" He asks.

"He's at work too." I answer and Louis rolls his eyes. He really doesn't get on well with drinking, he just doesn't seem to able to function.

"I can't go to work and I can't go to football practice later." Louis says as he closes his eyes again. He only works at a sports centre. I shake my head as I have to leave otherwise I will be late. I say bye to him and he mumbles something back. I shrug it off as I open the front door and I unlock my car.

I quickly check my phone before starting the car, I have one message from Louise. I unlock the screen and read:

Hi Harry, thank you as well, it was a good night. Yes, I'd love to see you again. I'm free tomorrow night if you fancy doing something? Louise xx

I smile at her reply. I quickly text her back:

Yeah tomorrow night is good. Maybe go for dinner? I can pick you up at 8pm if you like? X

I put my phone back in my pocket and I quickly start the car engine. I have twenty minutes to get to work, I better hurry.
I start to think of places where I can take Louise, that's if she does want to go for dinner. Maybe the Italian in town, or maybe Nandos? No, Nandos isn't exactly somewhere to go on a date. Maybe just a nice restaurant that does several different foods, I think that could be the best option.

I feel my phone vibrate in my pocket but I ignore it for now, I'm nearly at work thankfully the traffic isn't so bad. I look at the people passing by as they head to work too, or shopping, I take in all the different faces. My heart starts to race as I look twice at a blonde girl who looks so similar to Stephanie. At first I thought it was her, but luckily it was just a look alike. I shake my head to myself as I concentrate on the road again.

It doesn't take me long to get to work, I enter the car park and I park in he space right next to the door. I have a few minute spare, so I take my phone again and I read the text which is from Louise:

Dinner sounds lovely, I'll see you at 8pm :) xx

I smile as I take my seatbelt off and I open the car door, stepping outside I put my phone back into my pocket. I close the door and I lock my car.

"Harry!" Mark smiles as he walks towards the front doors, I smile as I walk in and I greet him politely. "Two of your songs want to be used! Apparently the artist is quite big but we aren't allowed to know who it is yet, until the decision is made!" He beams as he pats me on the back.

"Really?" I ask as I can't believe what he's just told me. I wonder who it is who wants to use my songs. I feel proud of myself, I'm actually doing this and I'm doing alright. I follow Mark into the studio as I continue to think of artists who would fit my songs.

"You're a brilliant writer Harry. I like your passion, you write from the heart. And that my friend is what sells." Mark grins proudly. I sit down next to him and he points to the deck. I look and instantly widen my eyes in shock.

"You've upgraded?" I ask as I look at him. There's more voice control, bass, special effects, echo, repeat and so many more buttons. You could do loads with this deck.

"Not just upgraded Harry, I've got new things. I have a DJ mixing deck over here." Mark says as he points to his left. I look over and I smile, that looks awesome. "We are really doing good Harry." He adds and I nod.

"This is incredible." I say as I start to press a few buttons, the lights used to be red but they are now a luminous pink. They're pretty cool.

"Glad you like it Harry. Now back to work, I've got a young girl with a demo coming in today, her name is Maisie Jade. She plays her own music and writes her own songs, so we will see if we can help her with producing professionally." Mark adds and I nod in agreement. The best thing about this job is we meet such talented people, then we sign them off to other record deals to see if they will sign them up to a bigger label. Apparently Mark knew Jessie J. Jessie fucking J!

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Stephanie's POV

"I really think I should be Super girl, as it's my birthday I have to the most powerful woman in heroes!" Lucy says excitedly as we glance through the fancy dress shop. I laugh at her as I quickly scan through the outfits.

"I reckon batman for me." Niall says as he holds up a batman outfit. I look over to him and Chloe agrees with Niall's choice. I agree too.

"I'm going to try this on." Lucy says as she wanders off to the changing room. Niall looks at us.

"What have you two picked?" He asks as Chloe and I are still rummaging through the clothes. I sigh as I just don't know who to be.

"I may be Wonder Woman." Chloe says as she holds the outfit up. I smile as I can imagine Chloe being a Wonder Woman.

"And Steph, why not be Cat Woman?" Niall asks as he holds the outfit. I take it from him and study whether I'd look right in it. I can try it on I guess.

"Ta da!" Lucy says as she walks out in her Super girl costume. "What do you think?" She asks as she does a twirl.

"Looking good Lucy!" Niall laughs and Chloe and I agree with him. She does look great.

"Why thank you. Now come on, try yours on!" Lucy says as we all make our way into the changing room. I can't believe I am trying this costume on, if anything it's quite a sexy version of cat woman,but then I suppose she is supposed to look sexy. I just hope I can pull this off without looking stupid. I squeeze into the tight suit, it only just fits. I put the mask on over my eyes and I turn to see my tail attached. I quite like it.

"Ready?" Chloe asks as I walk out and I meet everyone by the mirror. Niall looks amazing as batman. And Chloe looks so good in her Wonder Woman costume. They look to me and smile. Niall's eyes widen.

"You look really hot.." Niall says and I smile in response. I feel my cheeks go a little pink, but I'm more relieved they think I look okay than to be embarrassed.

"How about for your birthday present, we buy your costume?" Chloe asks as she looks at Niall and I then Lucy.

"Yeah I'm up for doing that." I add and Niall nods. Lucy smiles and looks at us with a grateful look. We know she could easily afford this, but it's the thought that counts isn't it. Her family are quite wealthy, Lucy's always had a good child hood having nearly anything she wants.

"Thank you guys!" Lucy smiles and she looks down at her outfit. "I don't want to get out of this." She adds and Chloe laughs.

"You'll be in it again in two days!" Chloe answers and Lucy looks up and smiles.

"London here we come!!" Lucy smiles as she walks back into her changing room. I smile as I know how much everyone is looking forward to London, I'm a little nervous but I know it's going to be good. This time it's going to be so different.

Notes

So the next Chapter Stephanie comes to London.
I hope you've liked it so far :)

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