Just say yes!

We all felt out of place, rejected. We all wanted to disappear from this world, we wanted a new life. One event was spinning in my mind constantly, a voice was screaming in my ears. I touched my cheek and remembered his punch. Even the lightest touch hurt. My tears began to burn again, I couldn't keep them. Not after last night.
'Emma, open the door, please.' - Jace knocked lightly.
I jumped when I heard his voice. I couldn't forget how was yelling last night, he wasn't himself. I stood up and walked back and forth before opening the door.
'I ... forgive me.' - He was sincere, he was my brother. Jace took a step toward me, but I stepped back. - 'Don't be afraid, I won't hurt you. I promise! '

I looked him in the eyes, they were bloody red.
Where was the beast from last night, did he disappear so quickly? What really happened, did I do something wrong?
'Emma, ​​I didn't want to...' - He looked me in the eyes and then stopped his gaze on the bruise. Jace reached out and stroked my cheek, I moved back because I saw ... I saw the tears in his eyes, I saw his remorse.
'What happened?' - I asked directly without subterfuge.
'I don't know. I just didn't want it to be true, I read horrible things and...'
'And you believed them and not me?'
'I was wrong, forgive me! I will never hurt you.'- His eyes had tears. Jace stopped them because a man shouldn't cry. That was his opinion.
'First listen the truth, my truth.'- He nodded and we went into the living room.
It was all the same- the alcohol bottle on the table and the broken mirror. The last night scene invaded back into my head. After we sat down on the couch, Jace looked into my eyes, waiting for my explanation.
'All happened a month ago when I was working. Harry asked me to hide him in the bookstore because fans were chasing him. We spent about an hour together and then he left. As we went out of the bookstore, he hugged and thanked me. That's it, nothing happened.'
'The pictures are from last month?'- He asked, confused.
'The managers tried to slow the things, came up with a story, but apparently the media didn't believe them.'
'The important thing is that everything is over now and you won't see him again.'- He said, reaching for his phone.
'Actually, we have to see each other some more.'
'What do you mean?'- I felt how his whole body tensed, his hands gripped the phone tightly.
'From the university gave us a secret task, they chose five people and sent us to shoot in a studio. Our models are the guys from "One Direction".'- I looked down, waiting for his reaction.
'Look, I know what guys like him want. They confuse your thoughts, leave you to the media, ruin your life . I don't want to see you crying, sis, I don't want to read these things about you.'- He put his hand on my back and kissed my forehead.
'I'm not like these girls, Jace. I don't think he'll do that to me. It is true that I met him last month and it's too early to know it, but I won't let anyone break my heart.'- I hugged and forgave him, but I couldn't forget.
'I love you, Emma!'- He hugged me too and we stayed like that for several seconds. - 'Forgive me.'
'Forget about it and let's not talk about last night.'- He nodded at my suggestion again and kissed me on the forehead.
'I have to go, I don't want to be late for work.'
When he left the apartment, I leaned back, covering my face with hands. I heard my phone ringing and ran into my room.
'Do you want to tell me something?' - It was Bella, who apparently saw the articles and photos.
'It was an accident, I had to hide him from crazy fans. Don't ask more questions, just trust me.'
'Awesome, I'm very happy.'- Bella screamed and I heard how she was jumping on her bed.
'There is no reason to be happy. Our story will end in few days when we stop shooting.'
'But?'
'Just don't ask, please.'
'Well, I'll be waiting for you in an hour.'
I left the phone on my bed and stood in front of the mirror in my room. The bruise under my eye wasn't large, but people could see it. I put powder but it didn't cover it.

When I left the building, I received message.

'Put a hat and sunglasses. It will help.' - Harry

I smiled because I knew no one could recognize me.
Bella was already waiting for me and when she saw I was coming,she ran to me and hugged me.
'What happened?' - She asked, horrified.
Damn, she saw it. I looked down, trying to think of a logical explanation, but I started laughing.
'The window hit me when I opened it.' - My awkward laughter continued few seconds to make sure that Bella would believe my story.
'Stupid, that's why I love you. Let's go.'
The guards checked our bags at the entrance, but this time they were more careful. We entered the studio, the boys were ready and waiting for us. Harry saw me and approached with a smile, but suddenly he froze.
'Who did this to you?' - He asked, touching my shoulder.
'Relax, it's just my window.'- I had to laugh again.
'Are you sure?'- Harry didn't believe me.
'Yes, I am constantly falling or tripping.'- This time I made ​​him smile. -'Let's go.'
'I need to ask you something.'
I nodded while taking the camera out of my bag.
'Do you want to go for a walk on Saturday?'
His question made ​​me smile because he was so cute.
'With pleasure, but ...'- I remembered again what happened last night. I didn't want it to repeat.
His eyes waited for my answer. I didn't want be forever afraid of the unknown, I couldn't refuse him bevause the important thing was how I felt.
'Yes, I accept!'- Without even thinking I leaned toward him and hugged Harry. He was extremely surprised, but when he realized what I'd done, put his hands on my back.
'Emma, ​​start working!' - Teacher interrupted our moment and we laughed at each other.
The photo session was relaxing and fun. For a moment, I forgot all the problems. Time spent with Harry had its advantages and disadvantages.
Harry and I were alone in the studio, because we were slower than others.
'I have to go, it's late.'- It was almost ten and I wanted to go home before Jace.
'Come on, I'll drive you home.'- He offered and held out his hand.
I took my bag and jacket, and went forward.
'I am glad that the paparazzi haven't found this place.'
'Yeah, me too.'- I was really happy.- 'My address is different. I live with my brother now.'
I told him where to drive, there was an awkward silence. He stared straight ahead, without moving his eyes from the road.
We were in front of my building. So fast.
'Well, today was great. Thanks for the ride.'- I smiled and took the bag from the back seat.
'I had a great time too. I'll be here tomorrow at two p.m.'
I forgot about our little "date" thing, but where he would take me to avoid the paparazzi. I just nodded and turned to open the car door. I stopped for a second, I turned back to him and kissed his cheek. A slight smile on his face and then he blushed.
'Good night, Harry Styles.'- I said and got out of the car.