All I Ever Wanted

(Harry’s POV)

I pulled into Louis’ drive after dropping Leah off at the studio. My palms were sweaty from just being around her. I was so impressed that she'd handled Gemma so well, hell I was just impressed with Leah Sadler as a whole. I guess I just wasn’t used to having real feelings for someone. I’d never felt this way about anyone. Ever. She made me dizzy – a good dizzy. I just needed to breathe her in and then I was on the best high anyone had ever experienced. I shut off the Range Rover and made my way up the steps of Louis’ flat. I could tell by the cars in the lot that everyone was here. Girlfriends included. I swung the door open.

“I’m here!” I bellowed through the apartment.

“Haz, is that you?” Eleanor came running down the hallway. She and I were like brother and sister. I knew I could depend on her for anything.

“I haven’t seen you in ages! Come here, mate!” She grabbed my arm and pulled me in for a hug.

“Louis, Haz is here!” She yelled as she led me into the living area.

“Harry! It’s good to see ya!” Perrie exclaimed as she and Danielle both made their way from their seats to hug me.

Eleanor hurried off into the kitchen, and I heard her yelling for Louis to help her.

“Hello, everyone!” I took a seat next to Liam on the couch.

An excited hum of “Hey’s!” followed. We considered our group a family. We did a lot together. I loved every one of these people and we all shared many secrets and memories. We were always there for each other when problems arose.

“Where’s Leah? You were supposed to bring her today!” Eleanor pouted as she came out of the kitchen, setting appetizers down in front of Liam and I.

We were all getting together today to watch the football match. We all liked to cheer our team on together, although it didn’t get to happen as much as we all wanted, with everyone’s busy schedules.

“She had rehearsals today. You’ll get to meet her soon enough!” I said, as I munched on the chips and dip that El had placed on the table.

“Here mate. Glad ya made it!” Louis said as he emerged from the kitchen with beer. I took one and turned my attention towards the game on the TV.

“Are you glad that she’s touring with you guys? I mean, do you think it’ll be a little much?” Danielle asked, interrupting my focus on the match.

“No, not really. We’ll both be busy with rehearsals, sound checks, and then the actual shows so I don’t think we’ll be seeing each other as much as we think. Not that I'd mind it, though.” I shot back.

I wasn't sure if Danielle meant to sound like she was criticizing my relationship with Leah or not, but that’s the way it came across. It surprised me, too. Danielle had never acted that way.

“They’re really good together. I think this tour will only help them.” Niall defended me. I smiled at him, appreciatively.

“I didn’t mean anything by it, Haz. I just want you to be careful. You have a knack for finding girls who end up breaking your heart and I don’t like to see you hurting. That’s all.” Danielle smiled and I was happy she’d explained herself. But Leah wouldn’t hurt me.

“No worries.” I smiled back at her and turned my attention back towards the match. I could feel an awkward tension forming between our group and I wanted it to go away.

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“El, can I talk to you for a minute?” I asked, motioning for her to follow me into the kitchen. The match was over and everyone was beginning to say their goodbyes. Our team had won so everyone was excited.

“What’s up, Haz?” Eleanor looked worried.

“It’s just, you’re the only one who acts like you’re going to welcome Leah. I care about her a hell of a lot. Danielle came across like she didn’t care to meet her today. And then the whole thing with Zayn and Leah, I can’t imagine what Perrie’s thinking. Could you talk to them for me? I want her to meet you three so badly, but I don’t want her to feel unwelcome.”

“Harry, do you honestly think Perrie and Danielle would be mean to her? You know them better than that. Come on, Haz.” Eleanor tutted.

“I know, I know. I just want her to fit in with you three. It’s important to me, because our family means the world to me, and so does Leah. If those two don’t mix well, I don’t know what I’d do.” I ran my fingers through my hair, realizing how badly I wanted the two worlds to become one.

“So the feelings are getting serious, huh?" She grinned. "Trust me, it will all be fine. I’m sure Leah will fit right in! And I’ll do my best to be sure that happens!” Eleanor patted my arm in reassurance.

“Knock, knock!” It was Perrie. “Can I interrupt for a sec?”

“Sure! I was just going to go grab the leftovers from the table.” Eleanor said as she hurried off out of the kitchen.

“Haz, I can tell something has been bothering you all afternoon and I just wanted to clear things up. I know crazy things happened in LA with Zayn and your new bird. I’m fine with everything. Everyone gets a little too drunk now and again, eh?” Perrie giggled. “I am ecstatic to meet Leah. Don’t worry about a thing!”

“Perrie, thank you!” I tackled her with a hug and she giggled again.

I admired her carefree personality. She didn’t let things bother her. I needed to take note and be more like that. She turned and bounded off into the living room to find Zayn. I felt my phone vibrate in my pocket.

Hi hi! I’m done with rehearsals. Care to pick me up? xx –Leah

I smiled. I couldn’t wait to be around her again. I said goodbye to Louis, Niall, and El. They were the only ones still here. Then I jogged down the stairs and headed for my car. I had a lovely lady to spend my evening with and I couldn’t wait to get it started.

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I pulled up to the back of the studio, just in time to see Leah walking out with a few of her backup dancers. I unfastened my seat belt, and practically floated over to greet her.

“Hello, love.” I hummed as I crashed my lips onto hers. Her kiss was tired and I could tell she’d had a rough rehearsal. “What’s wrong? Tell me everything.” I said as I helped her into the passenger seat.

“Ronnie is a demanding little shit.” She sighed as I got back into the driver’s seat. I couldn’t help but laugh, causing her to shoot me a nasty look.

“He gets better, I promise. He’s just testing you to see if you’ve got what it takes.” I reassured her as I tangled my fingers with hers and pressed the gas. I wanted to get her home as fast as I could and make her feel better.

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(Leah’s POV)

Harry was being so sweet. As soon as he got me home from rehearsals, he hurried me in from the car and made me lay on the bed. “Strip down.” He commanded.

“Woah, moving really fast, are we?” I grinned, cheekily.

“Do you want a massage or not?” He looked hurt. I knew he was trying to make my day better but I just wanted him to lie next to me and play with my hair. I sat up on the bed and reached for him. I pulled his head into my chest.

“Harry, just lie here with me and play with my hair. That’s all I want from you. We can give massages later.” I looked into his eyes.

He crawled up onto the bed and pulled my back into his chest so that we were spooning. He ran his fingers through my hair and I listened to him softly hum. I just needed to feel him hold me and that’s exactly what he did.

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“Leeeeah. Wake up sleepy baby.” Harry’s thick, sleepy accent sent a shiver down my spine as he spoke. I rolled over to face him and took his face into my hands.

“You’re so cute, Haz.” I winked at him and then kissed his forehead.

“Cute?” He poked out his pouty lip. “Why don’t you ever call me sexy? A man likes to be reassured, ya know?”

“Baby, you know I think you’re the most attractive man out there with your big muscled arms and your fluffy curls.” I bit my lip.

Why are you so damn irresistible?

Harry had grown into quite a man since his X Factor days. His arms were huge, as were his thighs. Muscles bulged from his body when he wasn’t even flexing. It was unbelievably hot.

I’m sweating just thinking about doing him. Oh my God.

“Show me later?” Harry growled. He pushed himself up onto his forearms and hovered over me.

He pressed his lips into mine, his kiss full of desire. Harry and I hadn’t had sex yet. Part of me wanted to wait a while. I didn’t want to rush something that was so perfect. But the other part of me wanted to jump on him like a wild beast. Right now, that was the part that was winning. My back arched and I looped my hands around his neck and dug them into his curls, enjoying every hot second that ticked by. But suddenly, Harry pulled away.

“There’s a little preview – if you decide to take advantage of me later.” He slid off of the bed and grabbed me by my waist, placing me on my feet on the hardwood floor. He slapped me on the bum. “Now go get dressed. We have rehearsals in an hour.” He turned and headed for the kitchen.

What the hell? You kiss me like that and then walk away? Fuck you Styles. No – I mean don’t fuck you, Styles. That doesn’t make sense. Shit. Whatever.

I shook off the kiss as best I could and headed to the shower.

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The boys and I all had rehearsals today. Ronnie wanted to run through the whole show. Ronnie was getting the stage set up so the boys and I sat around in a room backstage talking. The boys were discussing football and I decided to ring Emma, seeing as I hadn’t spoken to her in several days.

“WHO ARE YOU CALLING? THE ONLY PEOPLE YOU NEED ARE RIGHT HERE IN THIS ROOM!” Louis screamed, even though we were five feet away from one another. He’d come around since Harry and I’d made up. He was now constantly pestering me and looking for ways to make me laugh.

“My best friend, Emma.” I rolled my eyes at him.

“Well at least put her on speaker. You’re being rude, keeping the phone call all to yourself.”

“Louis, you are a real pain.” I smirked as I switched the phone to speaker.

“Um, who are you? I don’t even feel like I know you.” Emma answered.

“Well, hello to you too!” I laughed.

“How’s life? And hunky Harry? Oh and good God, how’s Niall? I get all hot and bothered just thinking about him.”

“Em, you’re on speaker.” I said as Harry and the other boys burst into laughter.

Silence came from the other end.

“Emma, say hi to Harry, Niall, Louis, Zayn, and Liam!” I coaxed.

“Hi” Emma was the quietest I’d ever witnessed.

“Hello, love! It’s Nialler. I’d love to meet ya sometime! Leah will have to fly you out soon!” Niall took the phone from me.

“I would love that!” I heard Emma exclaim. I flashed Niall a “thank you for making her feel better” look and he took the phone off of speaker and walked out of the room.

So much for getting to catch up with my best friend.

“Leah, boys! Get out here!” Ronnie called out. We all got up and trudged out to the stage to meet him and hear his game plan for the day.

“Leah, here’s your phone. Emma is flying out in three weeks. That’s when her exams are over.” Niall whispered, handing me my phone. “Oh and she said to call her later.”

“Thanks, Niall.” I shot him an accusing glance and he looked away, blushing.

“She’s a nice girl.” He mumbled, then turned his attention to Ronnie.

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